Motherhood // 5 Favorite Ways to Relax & Unwind

Happy Monday! Hope you all had a wonderful weekend!!
Since Mother's Day is over, and we are back to the reality that is stress, exhaustion & complete chaos, I wanted to share a few of my favorite ways to relax & unwind. I'll be honest, most of the time I forget to do these things, I get so wrapped up in my endless to-do list that I completely wear myself out. I try to make it a priority to do have a little mom time out for at least 30 minutes each day to recharge my battery.

Clarice Chair // Floor Lamp // Round Tray // Fur Pillow // Dot Pillow

1. Coffee & silence. I think all moms can agree on this one, right? Our bedroom gets the best morning light, I love curling up over here with my coffee before the kids wake up. This oversized Clarice chair by Jonathan Louis Furniture in soft charcoal linen is just as comfortable as it looks! And look, there isn't even a kid jumping on it! ;)

2. Putting it on paper. Whether it's a to-do list that is clearing my mind, some doodles or a full blown art project, I love having pen & paper as my creative outlet. Chalkboards used to happen daily at our house, but with six small hands that love to contribute, it's not always easy to do anymore. Even a box of colored pencils & one of my kids coloring books can be an amazing way to relax, especially if it is with them!

3. Cooking. And not the kind of cooking where there's a toddler on your leg & a hangry baby in her high chair shouting at you for more finger food. But the kind that involves wine, after the babes are in bed & is most likely a new recipe. Add a side of chips + guac, maybe even a little music & file this under one of the best (and most rewarding) ways to relieve stress.

4. Barre Class. I am usually not a fan of workout classes, but I absolutely love barre class. It's one of those things that you can jump right into without a whole lot of fitness background, I even did it while I was pregnant & probably the most out of shape of my entire life. It's a workout that will make you sweat, without making you want to die, which I also appreciate. ;) I always look forward to sneaking out on a weekend morning for a class, I feel great afterwards both physically & mentally.

5. HGTV in bed. A new episode of Fixer Upper, an exfoliating face mask & probably a big pour of my favorite prosecco, and I think I'll call it a night. Does anyone else want to be Joanna Gaines when they grow up? :)

I would love to know your favorite ways to relax, cheers to finding a moment of peace & quiet in the circus that is motherhood. XO