This week has felt like a month. Between the debate, Chrissy Teigen’s heartbreaking news and now with President Trump tweeting that he and Melania have tested positive for COVID-19 it’s hard to not feel overwhelmed. On top of that, we are still in a never ending historical pandemic, people are still losing their jobs and moms, well, we are at the end of our rope.
Yes, motherhood is political, and no, self care is not enough to fix burn out, but if all you need right now is to turn off your phone and cozy up to a soft blanket because you’ve had enough, I hear you. Hard same. So we picked some stuff for you to buy and pamper yourself. No regrets, we all deserve some self-love right now.
A plant
Before you think “another living thing for me to take care of?” this plant is safe for both human babies and also furry babies and needs very low maintenance as long as you have it in medium to bright light. It will filter the air in your house and just brighten any space.
A weighed blanket
“Weighted blankets put gentle pressure on your body to make you feel safe, comforted and relaxed,” according to this product’s description and, honestly, I’m sold. I sleep with one every single night and it’s helped me with postpartum insomnia. 10/10 recommend.
A restorative oil
This oil repairs and restores skin that’s suffered from daily wear and tear and environmental stressors. And boy, have there been stressors, huh?
A robe
It’s perfect for rolling out of bed and onto the front porch with a good book or slinging pancakes for your hungry crew, or you know, hiding from reality under the covers… Whichever you might prefer.
A sound machine
A sound machine can help both kids and adults fall asleep. Go ahead and get one for your room right now so you can drown out middle of the night thoughts like When will this all end? or How is it October already? or just general existential dread.
A silk pillow case
Laying your head on this luxury at the end of another year-long day is nice mini dose of pampering. And the benefits carry over into the waking hours too—a silk pillowcase will keep your hair and your skin looking fabulous. Who cares if you’re not actually leaving the house?
CBD + melatonin supplements
Maybe you could use a little help quieting your brain when you put your head on that pillow. I’ve been taking these CBD + melatonin softgels for the past few weeks and while it’s asking a lot of any supplement to even make a dent in my psyche some evenings, I can say they do help me turn it off for a little while.
$65
A face mask
Lately I don’t even have the energy to keep up my skin care routine, and these masks from Bliss have been the savior I need right now. Easy to put on, funny to look at when wearing and most importantly, leaves your skin glowing.
$4
MAMA necklace
Bling is always on the treat-yo-self menu. And this one celebrates the title that truly matters.
Raising kind humans bracelet
You can’t control everything, mama—and that’s okay. Focus on what you can control and the future looks brighter already.
Nube Ribbed Long Cardigan
Wearing a robe all day would feel a bit like giving up. But call it a cardigan and BAM! totally acceptable. This one is so soft and delicious you’re not going to want to, anyway.
Ice cream
It’s ice cream. Delivered to your doorstep. Grab a spoon, a fork or a shovel and make a night of it.
$68
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