Being a new mom is a full-time job—actually, it’s all the jobs rolled into one. And while doing laundry might not be the most glamorous part of motherhood, it can offer a rare pocket of time just for you.
This Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the quiet victories. Like finding 30 uninterrupted minutes while the machines spin away. Here are six things you can do during a wash cycle that honour both your motherhood journey and your womanhood.
1. Enjoy a Proper Cup of Coffee (While It’s Still Hot)
Let’s be honest—most cups of coffee these days end up cold before you’ve had three sips. Treat yourself to a proper cuppa from the local café or vending machine. Bring a book or just sit in peace. You’ve earned it.
2. Make a Quick Call to a Friend Who Gets It
Motherhood can be isolating. Use the time to catch up with a fellow mom, have a laugh, vent, or swap survival tips. Even a five-minute chat can lift your spirits.
3. Journal or Brain-Dump in a Notes App
Your brain is probably juggling baby schedules, grocery lists, work emails, and three forgotten to-do’s. Use the time to jot things down, get ideas out of your head, or write a short note to your future self. It’s therapeutic—and you’ll feel lighter for it.
4. Stretch it Out
You don’t need a yoga mat or fancy moves. A few simple stretches can ease that “mom back” and help you breathe a little deeper. Even walking around the laundromat or doing a few squats while you wait is a win.
5. Do Absolutely Nothing
Yes, really. Women’s Day is also a reminder that rest is productive. Let the machines do their thing, close your eyes, and just be. Sometimes the best way to honour yourself is to stop trying to multitask and just exist.
To All the New Mamas this Women’s Day, we salute your strength, your softness, your hustle, and your heart. Whether you’re folding tiny socks or finding quiet in a laundromat corner, you’re doing more than enough.
And if you ever need 30 minutes of peace, you know where to find us.