Ever wish you could mark off a self-care checklist to make sure you’re on the right track for mind, body and spirit well-being? Now you can. This self-care checklist for moms inspired by Ayurveda can help you monitor the quality of life you seek through sleep, exercise, eating healthy and more.
After the kids went to bed one evening, I sat down to write a list of all of my daily must-have self-care practices that I need to do EVERY DAY to feel well and be present in my life. Here's what I came up with:
A full night of quality sleep (that's at least 7 hours of sleep)
Some movement throughout the day (with an emphasis on my morning exercise routine so that I can prioritize exercise before I get too busy doing other things)
Eating a nourishing breakfast, lunch and dinner
Drinking enough water to stay hydrated
I call these my self-care must-haves because they are the backbone of a healthy lifestyle.
I added other things to my list that I typically do for self-care every day. Like bonus ingredients to an already well-rounded dish, these extras can enhance and enrich whatever I'm trying to amplify in my life.
This self-care checklist for moms was inspired by Ayurveda, yoga’s sister science and one of the oldest medical traditions in the world. You can’t talk about radiant well-being without referencing Ayurveda.
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Practice It: Print This Self-Care Checklist for Moms
Use the self-care checklist below, and at the end of every night, check-in with yourself to see how you dedicated time and thought to your self-care. The more you practice self-care, the more it becomes part of your routine.
The Basics
Got 7 to 9 hours of quality sleep last night
Exercised today
Ate a moderate breakfast between 7 and 9 a.m.
Ate my biggest meal of the day (lunch) between noon and 2 p.m.
Ate a small, nourishing dinner between 5 and 7 p.m.
Ate mostly veggies and fruits, and healthy fats and proteins
Drank enough water to stay hydrated
The Add-Ons
Meditated today
Journaled today
Began the day by drinking warm water with lemon or lime
Engaged with high-vibe content—a book or magazine, an inspirational podcast or video
Turned off all electronics at least one hour before bed
Did something I truly enjoy and felt more fulfilled as a result
Connected with at least one person in a meaningful way
Of course, there are other self-care practices that can be included as optional add-ons, but this list can help you get started. Infuse this list with your own self-care must-haves based on your lifestyle and schedule.
Note that this website is for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Speak with your doctor before beginning any new exercise routine or wellness plan.
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