Leaving the house with a 9-year-old and a 9-month-old feels like my brain is being trampled by elephants. Breakfast? Forget it. Most mornings, I grab my coffee, bang down some vitamins chased with an electrolyte, and pray for survival. One coffee? Barely a warm-up for the chaos that hits before 8 a.m.
To keep myself going, I rely on a few non-negotiable morning lifesavers:
1. Collagen-loaded coffee – a little morning magic that wakes me up and sneaks in some skincare.
2. A solid multivitamin – the tiny capsule that convinces my body it’s ready to adult.
3. Electrolytes – a quick hydration boost that keeps me steady and alert when chaos hits.
It’s amazing how these little things — simple rituals I can actually fit in — make such a big difference in how I feel for the rest of the day. You don’t have to over-complicate your morning routine; a few small steps are enough to help you feel centered, energized, and ready to face the chaos.
Once I’m armed with these essentials, it’s time to move. Walking — whether through a forest or a slow neighbourhood stroll — isn’t just exercise; it’s a full reset. Fresh air clears my mind, birdsong soothes my nerves, and just seeing trees or clouds lowers stress and boosts mood.
The walk isn’t just for me. My baby gets fresh air, gentle movement, and new sights to stimulate their senses and encourage calm. Seeing Ivy’s little face light up at the sight of the trees makes the morning mayhem worth it. Those moments outdoors work a quiet kind of magic, letting both of us recharge before stepping back into the day.
By the time we return, something shifts. I feel calmer, clearer, and more capable — like the chaos has been put on pause for just a moment. I can make better choices, tackle small tasks, and approach my kids with a little more patience. Tiny wins pile up, and suddenly, the messy, caffeine-fueled mornings don’t feel quite so impossible. Plus, it gives the mental space for the odd kitchen dance party with Ivy which she loves!
Some mornings are messy and far from perfect. But carving out small moments for myself — a bit of quiet, a little movement, a few rituals that center me — helps me feel grounded, capable, and ready to face the day. These tiny pockets of calm make the chaos bearable, the small victories noticeable, and even the busiest mornings feel unexpectedly magical. Because, let’s face it, one day the school run and these mornings will be a thing of the past and most surely missed!
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