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Self Care & Mental Health

Articles and guides from the self care & mental health desk, written and edited by women who've been there. 43 pieces published, more on the way.

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8 types of self care for moms: Physical, emotional, mental, and more
Self Care & Mental Health

8 Types of Self Care for Moms & Simple Ways to Practice

Confused by 5, 6, or 7 types? There are 8 types of self-care, and 48% of parents feel overwhelmed. Use our self-care wheel to find your emptiest one.

September 19, 20258 min read, SubhaRead more
A relaxed mom with her feet up on the sofa and a few books beside her, taking quiet time to do something just for herself.
Self Care & Mental Health

Things to Do for Yourself: Ideas by How Much Time You Have

Adults ages 35 to 44 get just 3.9 hours of leisure a day (BLS). Here are things to do for yourself sorted by time: 5 minutes, 30 minutes, or a free afternoon.

September 16, 20257 min read, SubhaRead more
A cozy reading nook with a steaming mug of tea, lit candle, and an open book in warm evening light. Self-care night for single moms.
Self Care & Mental Health

15 Quick Self Care Night Ideas for Single Moms at Home

30.5% of US adults sleep under 7 hours (CDC 2024). 15 free self-care night ideas for busy single moms, ranked by time-cost, that actually fit a single-mom evening.

September 10, 202511 min read, SubhaRead more
A smiling new mother sits on the sofa cradling her sleeping newborn.
Self Care & Mental Health

Self Care Basket for New Mom: Thoughtful Gift Ideas

New moms average just 4.4 hours of sleep in week one. Here is what to put in a self-care basket for new mom, what it costs, and whether to DIY or buy.

September 6, 20257 min read, SubhaRead more
A woman in conversation with her therapist in a calm, light-filled session room. Therapy for single mothers in 2026.
Self Care & Mental Health

Therapy for Single Mothers (2026): Free Options That Actually Work

Single moms experience depression 3× more than married moms (33% vs 8%, PMC 2024). 8 free or near-free therapy paths in 2026, ranked by access speed and cost.

September 1, 202510 min read, SubhaRead more
A single mom sitting on a windowsill in soft morning light with a cup of coffee and a book, taking a quiet self-care moment.
Self Care & Mental Health

Self-Care for Single Moms: A Real 2026 Guide

Single moms are 3× more likely to face depression (33% vs 8%, PMC 2024). 16+ free, sustainable self-care habits sized for an actual single-mom day.

August 29, 202511 min read, SubhaRead more
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