Last Updated on January 19, 2026 by alli
From the regular posts I see by mums on social media, one thing is clear – many are carrying a heavy load. They’re exhausted, stretched thin, and often feel like every day is a battle.
Why So Many Mums Feel Overwhelmed
Financial stress, relationship struggles, and the constant pressure of keeping everything afloat leave a lot of mums feeling overwhelmed. On top of that, concerns about their children — whether it’s bullying, challenging behaviours, or potential developmental issues add another layer of worry.
Whatever the source of the worry, the emotional toll mums carry is heavy and often invisible.
This matters, because a mum is often the backbone of her family. She is the one who holds everything together, and shows up day after day for the people she loves.
And for mums raising daughters, there’s something even more powerful to remember. A little girl learns how to care for herself by watching her mother do the same. She learns to value her own well-being by seeing her mum value hers.
This post is dedicated to you, the mum who gives so much. It’s here to offer support, encouragement, and a reminder that you matter too!
Keep reading to discover printable planners and trackers designed to help you prioritise your health, nurture your happiness, and take care of your overall well-being.
Health Focus: Download the Free Medical Appointment Tracker
Mums are very good at prioritising the needs of others. Sometimes so good, in fact, that their own needs slip to the bottom of the list. Routine health checks are often one of the first things to be put off or forgotten.
Are you up to date with yours?
One of the most powerful forms of self-care you can practise as a mum is staying on top of your health.
No matter your age, family history, or how well you feel right now, keeping up with regular health checks is important.
Every woman is different, with her own medical history and risk factors. But regardless of our differences, there are a few key screenings and check-ups that all mums should aim to keep up to date with.
7 important tests all women should keep up to date with:
- General GP Check-up (may include blood pressure, weight, heart rate, temparture checks and blook tests).
- Dental Clean and Check-up
- Eye Check
- Skin Check
- Cervical Screening Test
- Mammogram
- Bowel Cancer Screening Test
Here is a simple but super helpful Medical Appointment Tracker to help you stay on top of your appointments, procedures, medications, and supplements. It also includes space to note when your next appointment is due — so nothing slips through the cracks.
Self-Care Focus: Download the Free Self-Care Planner Pack
The first thing to disappear when you become a mother, is the free time you once took for granted. That’s why finding even a little time each day to prioritise YOU is so important.
For me, making time for myself didn’t come naturally. At first, it felt selfish—like I was putting myself ahead of my family. I felt guilty and uncomfortable doing anything just for me.
But then, I asked myself: If I stay exhausted and unhappy, how does that help anyone? The truth is, it doesn’t.
I realised that looking after myself was actually one of the best things I could do for my family. The more I did things that filled me up, the more patient, present, and joyful I became.
I’ve created an awesome little Self-Care Planner Pack to help you start prioritising your well-being.
Inside you’ll find a weekly and monthly planner, a list of self-care ideas to inspire you, and uplifting quotes to keep you motivated. I encourage you to give yourself the gift of time and care. You’ll be amazed at the difference it makes.
Wellness Focus: Download the Free Wellness Tracker and Gratitude Pages
There are two reasons why I’m passionate about mums finding time for their own health and wellbeing. One is because when mum is healthy (physically, mentally and emotionally), she functions better and is a better mum.
The other reason is, when you’re a mum of a little girl, your daughter is learning from you. When you prioritise your own health, you’re teaching her how to take care of herself. Afterall, children learn by copying, they are always watching, listening, and learning from us.
When mum is happy and healthy, there’s a ripple effect through the whole family. Just like when you throw a pebble into a pond and you see ripples spread through the water.
If your looking for ways to improve on your overall wellness, a great place to start is by using simple handy tools like my Health and Wellness printable trackers and gratitude pages. They were designed to make it easy for you to set and achieve personal goals relating to your health and lifestyle habits, and to help you practice gratitude.
Happiness Focus: Free Sign Up! An Email Series to Rediscover your Happiness.
My blog, Little Girl Shining, is dedicated to mums of little girls. It’s the place to get everything you need to nurture your daughter’s confidence and happiness. But, here’s the thing – for a little girl to shine, mum needs to shine first!
If you’re a mum in need of a pick-me-up, and you’d like to rediscover your joy and spark for motherhood, I’ve created something special for you.
A Free 8 Day Email Series!
Introducing The Happy Mum Reset – an 8 day motivational email series designed to help you reconnect with your happiness and embrace motherhood with renewed purpose.
The Happy Mum Reset is for you if ⬇️
➡️You feel like you’ve lost a piece of yourself since becoming a mum.
➡️You’re drowning in responsibilities and feeling overwhelmed.
➡️You’re exhausted from physical and emotional fatigue due to taking care of others.
➡️You experience self-doubt, and regularly question if you’re doing a good job as a mum, partner, or just as a person in general.
➡️You feel disconnected from your partner due to the demands of motherhood.
➡️You have feelings of resentment because you feel like your own needs and desires are overlooked in the chaos of everyday life.
➡️You’re frustrated from feeling unsupported because of the overwhelming and unfair amount of responsibility on your shoulders.
➡️You simply just want to be a happier mum!
After signing up, you’ll receive a daily email for 8 consecutive days. Each email is filled with thought provoking messages designed to inspire reflection and positive change.
Throughout the series, I cover common challenges that mothers face, and each email is written to remind you of what truly matters in life. I also share my own personal stories and the changes I made to help me find my own happiness again.
Uplifting Quotes for Mums that are having a bad day
Let’s end with some powerful quotes to remind you how important and valued you are!
For more ‘girl mum’ topics, tips, and free resources, don’t forget to subscribe to Little Girl Shining. You’ll be joining a group of mums with one special thing in common… we all have little girls! x