A Letter to Mothers: Take Care of YOURSELF <3

Many mothers—especially in Indian homes—put themselves last to care and first to blame. 

Sitting down for chai for 10 minutes? MOM GUILT!

Kids woke up a little late that one day for school? MOM GUILT!

     Unfair, unreasonable, but nonetheless, absolutely real! Those feelings you feel, dear mum, those are real, and equally hard to let go. However, this mothers’ day, try, once more, to let go off this feeling and to care for yourself a little more?

Why Your Mental Health Matters for Your Child’s:

• Your child(ren) absorbs your energy and moods. Upset, tired, burnout mother is not likely to lead to an emotionally healthy child. Do it for them! 
• You are their role model: Taking care of yourself, your mental health, is going to teach your child(ren) that they need to take care of themselves, especially their mental health as well.
• You are more than just a mother!: You need to do this for yourself first, every person deserves care and love. Give yourself that care! Taking care of yourself can help you be more present for yourself and for your life experiences, of a parent, wife and many other roles. Remember, you cannot pour from an empty cup.
  

11 ways for you to relax on this 11th May , MOTHERS’ DAY

1. Call a friend who doesn’t judge, a friend who may have similar experiences, or a friend who can simply give you company.

2. Go to the salon: It doesn’t have to be anything fancy, maybe a haircut, a visit to the salon can press on the ‘feel good buttons’ in your brain.

3. Take a long shower/bath to relax. Put in the salts if you need to, go all the way!

4. Guided meditation: The internet can be your guide here! YouTube has several guided meditations for as short as 5 minutes, that can really help change the tone of your day. Give it a try!

5. Spend some time with nature, it could be sitting by the open window with a good chai/ walk in the park or spending some time outdoors.

6. Retail therapy! Need I say more?

7. Prioritize 15–30 minutes of movement daily:Choose realistic, home-based options like a yoga flow, walk or a YouTube workout. Even 15 minutes a day helps with energy, mood, and reducing body aches.

8. Eat one nourishing meal just for yourself:  Plan at least one meal a day that’s not just leftovers or cold chapatis. Sit down and eat slowly. Include protein — your body needs it to stay energetic through long days.

9. Step away from housework for 30–60 minutes: Every woman needs time that is not about care duties. Make this non-negotiable. Use it for a nap, a walk, a cup of chai, music, or just lying down — guilt-free.

10. Learn to delegate without apologizing: You don’t need to do everything. Whether it’s asking your husband to watch the kids, or having your house help prep dinner veggies — allow others to help. It protects your mental health.

11. Protect your sleep like it’s sacred: Start winding down 30–60 minutes before bedtime. Reduce screen time, keep the phone out of reach, and create a calm environment. 

Treat these practices as essentials, and not as negotiables or add ons. Prioritize yourself and
this Mother’s Day, give yourself what you often give others—patience, love, and rest. Because you deserve it.