We talk a lot about self-care as moms, but most of the time, the examples we’re given (bubble baths, massages, solo Target runs) only scratch the surface.

The truth is, there’s not one kind of self-care. There are actually several distinct forms of care we need, and they each serve a different purpose in our lives and in our motherhood. When we only reach for one type, it makes sense that we still feel burned out, even after “taking a break.”

This week on the podcast, I’m joined by self-care coach Mia Hemstad, who shares her simple, powerful framework: The 4B’s of Self-Care© to help us better identify what we need (and when!).

You'll hear:

💜 The four distinct types of self-care (and why each one matters)

💜 How to identify which kind you’re craving (and which one you’ve been avoiding)

💜 The surprising connection between mental clutter and unfinished tasks

💜 How to release guilt and give yourself permission to meet your needs with intention

This conversation beautifully supports the fourth principle of the Self-Assured Motherhood Framework: Sanctify Your Soul-Care—and it's the perfect time, whether you're still in the thick of summer or easing into back-to-school rhythms, to pause, check in, and reflect on what kind of care you need most right now.

For full show notes, including takeaways, click here.

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You can get Mia’s free printable guide to the Four B’s here.

Related Episodes:

438: How Soul-Care Can Help You Enjoy Motherhood More: Real Stories from Moms Like You // SAM Sisters

380: Principle #5 // Sanctify Your Soul-Care [The SAM Framework]

320: Making Space for Self-Care: It Might Not Be As Hard As You Think // Dr. Nicole Sparks

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