3 Things To Prioritize To Be A Better Wife + Mom

I’m going to let you in on a little secret–that picture perfect, Instagramable mom + wife that you are striving to be like is not real.

Mic. Drop.

Just kidding.

But really though, as someone who has spent years sharing my life on social media, there are things that I want people to know and there are definitely things that I want to keep more private, and that’s okay. In fact, it’s been really good to have some things that I don’t feel like I have to document in our lives.

Anyways, that’s not what this post is entirely about.

I want to share with you a couple of things that I have recently changed up in my routine that I’ve noticed has made me a better wife, mom, and overall human!

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1. I Get Ready For The Day

I know I know, you were expecting this one. But truthfully, the past few weeks I’ve made a point to get ready everyday. Nothing extravagant, more like doing a quick 5-minute makeup routine, changing into clean leggings and a t-shirt everyday, and at least run a brush through my hair. It has been a mental game changer for me.

I feel better about myself, which makes me weirdly feel more confident when interacting with Kyle. He has always told me that I don’t need the makeup and he doesn’t mind the sweatpants look which has always been so sweet. But, this just makes me feel good, which obviously is very helpful in our marriage!

I also am put together for the day, so P and I are a lot more likely to go out for a walk, to the park, or run some errands which is definitely really helpful to break up our days and makes us both a lot happier.

Here’s a quick round up of some of my favorite everyday products!

I currently have my social media disabled, but when I do hop back on I plan on taking more social media breaks. At least weekends off of social media, and probably taking a week off here and there when big things are happening.

The reason that this has been so beneficial is that I have been able to focus on what’s in front of me and not be influenced by other influencers. While I know they (and myself) mean well when sharing bits and pieces of their lives, when you’re not in the right headspace it can lead to comparison, which in my own opinion takes the joy out of marriage and motherhood.

The third trimester and the end of pregnancy is just kind of hard for me emotionally, so I figured some time off of social media would be good.

3. I Find Time To Fill My Cup + Spend Time By Myself Everyday

Even if it’s just 5 minutes, taking some quiet moments for myself have been so good. Whether it’s getting out of bed a couple minutes early or doing a 10 minute prenatal yoga session while P is napping, those couple of minutes are so beneficial.

As far as filling my cup, the most beneficial way I have found for myself is to do is pray + dig into the word. I notice on days I choose to do this, things run smoother, I have more motivation to steward our home well, and my mindset is one that is Christ and others-focused instead of self-focused.

Doing these three things have truly benefited me in the best way, and I’m thankful that I took the steps to do this not only for myself, but for my family.

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