Self-Care Minus the Mom Guilt

When everyone from your kids to your spouse to your own conscience tells you it’s wrong to focus on yourself, how do manage self-care without feeling guilty?

Wendy Miller
Nov 2 · 7 min read

As moms, we’re expected to do everything with grace and patience. We’re supposed to change diapers, potty train, plan play dates, help with homework, do laundry, clean, cook, run errands, and pay bills. Sometimes we do all that and more while also working full-time, running a business, going to school, or a combo of all…

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Wendy Miller

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I’m a meditation teacher, self-care coach & writer for moms. I believe self-love and self-care are the keys to happiness & health. Find me @ wendy-miller.com

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