I am the mother of two perfect children. They are completely insane — but also perfect.

Before becoming a mom, I had a very involved self-care routine: a multi-step skincare regimen, regular hair and nail appointments, and a scheduled part of my day that was just for me.

Most moms (and dads — although I don’t remember asking for their opinion) told me that once I had kids, all of that would fade away. And for a little while, it did. (Sleep training is not for the weak.)

But eventually, it came back full force — and I don’t feel even a little bit guilty about prioritizing myself.

Your version of self-care may look completely different from mine, and that is wonderful. Maybe it’s camping. Maybe it’s reading alone in silence. Maybe it’s watching your glutes while you squat at the gym. Whatever it is, do it unapologetically, because the truth is: the only person consistently responsible for taking care of you is you.

The best way I can show up for my children is by being the best version of myself. For me, that version includes a fresh set, a bubble bath every Friday, and full-body laser hair removal.

I’m just here to remind you that mothers are the leaders of our households, and when we take care of ourselves, everyone around us benefits too. Every week, I’ll be sharing different self-care habits, rituals, products, and discoveries — quick and to the point, because I have negative amounts of free time, and I’m assuming you probably do too.

I love a quick and cute little read that feels tangible without endless scrolling, and I’m hoping to create that here while also reminding you that before we were moms, we were girls — and those girls still deserve to feel confident, cared for, and like themselves again.

I want my children to look at me and learn to prioritize themselves, and to understand that this habit is not selfish, but essential to becoming a confident and compassionate human being.

I want them to grow up knowing that the way we treat ourselves teaches others how to treat us, too.

I know how I deserve to be treated — and I treat myself accordingly. I hope you will do the same.

XO,
Kaulin