Parenting is a wild, wonderful adventure. Some days are sprinkled with laughter, messy kisses, spontaneous dance parties in the kitchen, and stories that get sillier with every retelling. Some days feel like trying to wrangle a tornado of tiny humans, snacks, and runaway socks — but still full of joy, in the best possible way.
Amidst all this delightful chaos, every parent deserves a little pause — a tiny, warm escape where you can take a breath, reconnect with yourself, and just be. Enter the sauna: your hot and blissful hideaway.
Why Parents Deserve Saunas
Whether you’re a mum, dad, grandparent, or the lucky adult in charge of bedtime, caring for children is full of moments that make your heart soar. But even the most joyful adventures can leave you a little tired, a little achy, or a little frazzled.
Saunas are a place to slow down, let the day melt away, and reconnect with yourself — a gentle reminder that you CAN put yourself first, it’s not a crime. Self care is vital.
What a Sauna Does (and Why Families Love It)
Step into the warmth, and instantly… ahhhh. Your muscles sigh, your circulation perks up, and those happy little endorphins start doing a tiny dance.
You’ll sweat, yes — but the good kind of sweat. The kind that makes you feel like you’re melting away the little stresses and carrying the lightness of the day ahead with you.
Here’s what that heat brings to busy parents:
Stress relief: Press pause on the endless planning and enjoy a rare moment of stillness.
Better sleep: Even if little humans wake you at 2 a.m., the sleep you do get is deeper and more restorative.
Muscle and joint relief: From carrying children to squatting up and down all day, picking toys and clothes up off the floor — the warmth eases and restores tired muscles.
Energy boost: Circulation improves, your body feels lighter, and you step back into life with renewed sparkle.
Skin glow: Sweating flushes out impurities, leaving you with that fresh, radiant glow that says, “I’ve got this — mostly.”
Immune boost: The heat gently strengthens your immune system — perfect for parents constantly surrounded by coughs, colds, and the dreaded ‘back to school germs’.
Family time
If your children are older – why not visit a sauna together? It could be incredibly beneficial for you all. Taking that time to unwind together and create space for conversation all while improving your health and well-being, sounds like a great example to set for future generations.
Quick Reality Check
Pregnant? Skip the sauna for now — high heat isn’t safe during pregnancy.
Health conditions? Check with your GP before using a sauna.
Hydration: Keep sipping that water! Nobody wants to be dehydrated!
My Favourite Saunas
Now, full honesty: saunas themselves aren’t for everyone — but views? They’re irresistible.
I’ve visited saunas across the country, and the scenery always adds something extra to the experience. Some of my favourites include Croyde Bay, where the coastal air meets the heat perfectly, and The Lime Wood Hotel, where you can unwind while looking out over serene forest views.
Closer to home – Solace Sauna on Lepe Beach is my happy place. With wood-fired heat, Bailey’s warm welcome, and the forest and sea stretching out around you, it’s a place where you can laugh, exhale, and remember who you are!
What really sets Solace Sauna apart is the attention to detail. The little sauna hats keep your head cool in the heat, and the traditional whisking practice is a rejuvenating ritual that boosts circulation and enhances the experience. (Follow Solace Sauna on Instagram!)
Beyond the sauna itself, Solace Sauna feels like part of a wonderful local community focused on wellness and connection — a place where people come together, recharge, and share the experience.
Bailey says it best:
“Many families visit Solace Sauna to spend quality time together. In today’s socioeconomic climate and technology driven culture, sauna offers an accessible way for families to connect with each-other and nature year-round while experiencing the physical, mental, and social benefits of contrast therapy.
In just an hour, you can feel completely reset and help regulate your nervous system. Be that with your family, or having a mindful break from the kids”
“I have regular families who come to celebrate birthdays, spend time together, and activity to do away from screens and an outdoor activity all year round – winter dosent mean you have to stay in with the kids.”
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The Simple Hack That Makes It Happen
Here’s what works for me: I book ahead and pay upfront. That way, there’s no backing out — and I’m guaranteed my little window of peace.
Even half an hour or an hour of sauna time can feel like a mini-vacation — a pause filled with calming heat and lightness — the perfect antidote to a busy family life.
So…
Next time life is filled with tiny hands, big imaginations, and spontaneous dance-offs in the living room that leave you slightly jaded, remember: a sauna isn’t just heat.
It’s your pause button. Your secret hiding spot. Your little bubble of calm and wonder.
Because even parents who can do it all deserve a moment to sparkle — and maybe a little warm indulgence too. ✨️🔥🍃
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