Breathe, Mommy, Breathe!

We all know how stressful life can be from juggling work, meeting deadlines and everything else in between.

With the rush of life, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and forget to take a few moments for ourselves. But remember, taking just a few minutes to breathe deeply can ground you, do wonders for your stress levels and overall well being. It helps clear your head, calm your nerves, and boost your energy levels leaving you bright, better and more positive. This is great because it is something you can do anytime, anywhere to ground yourself. No matter where you are taking a few slow, deep breaths can make a world of difference.

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Grounding Exercises

1. Take a few minutes to think about, somewhere nice that you might want to be, and stay in that moment, let it help you release any frustrations that you might have or the tensions that are in your body.
2. Another great way to ground yourself when you have time is take a walk, or take an extra moment in your car before you go into the house or, sit a little longer in the bathroom before you come out. That is if your child/ren doesn’t follow you there, like mine used to do when she was younger. The important thing is to be intentional about taking the time to make a little extra time for yourself.

As a reminder, I just want you to know that you are doing an amazing job. Do not let the chaos get you down. Embrace the mess, and the noise, and the laughter, and the love. You are strong, you are capable, and loved by God beyond measure.

What resonated most with you from today’s post? Remember, reframe your thinking and watch yourself become remarkable!

You Do Not Need To Be A Super Mom!

As a mom the feeling of being overwhelmed by the mess, the noise and the constant demands can be a lot.

It’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of life and feel like you’re losing control. But here’s the thing, chaos is a natural part of motherhood. You cannot run away from it. It’s a sign that you’re living a full life, that your household is buzzing, especially if your children are still young. Embracing the unexpected twists and turns that come along with it is just one part of it.

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When it happens, do not fight it. I think we are quick to fight against chaos and think everything needs to be orderly and it needs to be a certain way. But by doing that, you’re only over- exerting yourself. And making it hard. So today, instead of fighting against the chaos, I encourage you to learn to embrace it. And below are a few ways we can do that.

You Are Not Super Woman

You can start by lowering expectations. So, nobody has a clean house. I know going into it, I thought I could but once you have children, obviously, when the child is still young, you’re healing from birth and that hinders the perfect house. And as the children grow older, they’re more energetic, they’re moving things, jumping on things. And you, as a person, your instinct is to keep everything neat and tidy.It’s not going to be like that when you have kids in the house.

Focus On The Positive

Number two, I would say focus on the positive, so enjoy your child’s energy instead of trying to keep them boxed and in a corner, enjoy their hugs, enjoy the love that surrounds you in this full place, full household, rather doing the opposite.

Embrace The Unexpected

Number three, I’d say embrace the unexpected as well. Don’t get too attached to a schedule. Yes, have one because it helps, but when things don’t go according to that, or when you tick off less things than what has actually been done, it’s still okay.

Do Not Pour From An Empty Cup

And lastly, take care of yourself. Oh my gosh, this I think is one of the most important things you can do as a mother. You cannot pour from an empty cup. And I’m sure you’ve heard this time and time again. You need to take care of yourself so that you can be present in your family from a place of love, not a place of frustration or negative energy.

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As a reminder, I just want you to remember that you are doing an amazing job. Do not let the chaos get you down. Embrace the mess, and the noise, and the laughter, and the love. You are strong, you are capable, and loved by God beyond measure.

What resonated most with you from today’s post? Remember, reframe your thinking and watch yourself become remarkable!

About Grocery Shopping On A Budget

Grocery shopping is one of the biggest events on my monthly calendar. Food inflation has been at its worst these past couple of months and sadly more things have been dropping off my grocery list than have been added.

In a bid to save as much as I can I started stockpiling. I am not a massive stockpiler like some ladies I know but this has been a great help to me.

What Is Stockpiling?

Stockpiling is the accumulation of goods or resources, especially in anticipation of a shortage. In our case it is an anticipation of a price hike.

How To Stockpile?

1. Identify the items that you use regularly. Make a list of the foods and household items that you and your family use on a daily or weekly basis. This will help you to prioritize your purchases and avoid buying unnecessary items.
2. Set a budget. Decide how much money you can afford to spend on stockpiling each month. Keep in mind that prices may go up over time, so it is important to be realistic with your budget. Please note in the beginning, a stockpile budget should be separate to your normal grocery budget.
3. Shop around for the best deals. Compare prices at different stores and online to find the best deals on the items that you need. Depending on where you can also use coupons and loyalty programs to save money.
4. Buy in bulk. Buying in bulk can save you money, but it is important to only buy items that you will use before they expire and goods that have a long shelf life.
5. Store your groceries properly. Store your groceries in a cool, dry place and freeze what you can to prevent them from spoiling.

What Are The Best Items to Stockpile?

1. Food: Non-perishable foods, such as canned goods, dried goods, and pasta, are good items to stockpile. You may also want to stockpile frozen foods, such as fruits, vegetables, and meat.
2. Household items: Toilet paper, paper towels, toothpaste, and other household items are also good items to stockpile. You may also want to stockpile batteries, candles, and other items that you may need in an emergency.

Tips For Every Stockpiler

• Rotate your stock. Make a habit of using the oldest items in your stockpile first. This will help to prevent food from spoiling.
• Check expiration dates regularly. Make sure to check the expiration dates on your food and household items regularly. Discard any items that have expired.
• Store your food in a safe place. Keep your food stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. You may also want to consider storing your food in airtight containers to keep it fresh.