Naturally Lefty

Let’s be honest — May isn’t just another month on the calendar. For moms, it’s a full-blown mental triathlon. I call it “Maycember”!

Between teacher appreciation, field trips, finals, recitals, banquets, graduation prep, spirit weeks, and forgotten permission slips found at the bottom of backpacks, this season can feel like one long sprint to the finish line. If you’ve ever worn mismatched shoes or pajamas to drop-off or sent a lunchbox without actual lunch, you’re in good company.

But here’s the thing: You’re doing great!

Even when it doesn’t feel like it or we may not look put together.

Grace Over Perfection

Being a mom often comes with invisible pressure to “do it all” — especially when social media is filled with highlight reels of color-coded snack trays, handcrafted teacher gifts, and Pinterest-perfect graduation parties. But the truth? Our worth isn’t measured by themed cupcakes or DIY gifts.

You’re allowed to forget picture day.

You’re allowed to say “no” to the fifth group chat request.

You’re allowed to grab takeout three nights in a row.

This doesn’t mean you’re failing — it means you’re human.

We have to take care of ourselves in whatever way possible. If we don’t, the family cannot run itself. We MATTER. 

Celebrate the Small Wins

Some days, the win is just getting everyone out the door (with shoes on, of course! 😅). Other days, it’s remembering to RSVP to that end-of-year party before the deadline. Let’s start celebrating those little victories instead of discounting them. 🤗

Did you hug your kid today?

Did you show up, even if your energy tank was low?

Did you remember to breathe between it all?

That’s grace. That’s strength. That’s love in motion. 😍

Permission to Pause

It’s okay to pause. To let the laundry sit an extra day. To cancel plans. To take five minutes alone in the car. Give yourself permission to not be productive every moment. Because rest is productive too — especially when you’re the glue holding everyone together.

Remember What Really Matters

Your child won’t remember if their end-of-year poster had glitter or not.

They’ll remember that you showed up. That you listened. That you cheered. That you loved.

You’re more than enough, even in the messy, magical chaos of May.

So here’s your reminder, mama: Give yourself grace. You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be present.

You’ve GOT this! 🤗🙌🏼🫶🏼