(How I Stay Grounded, Balanced, and Present—One Day at a Time)
As a mom of two, a thyroid cancer survivor, and someone committed to holistic healing, my days are often full—but I’ve learned that having a rhythm helps everything feel more intentional.
This is what my current daily routine looks like. It’s not perfect (and some days definitely go sideways), but it’s a framework that helps me feel more like me. Balanced. Clear. In my body. Nourished.
6:00–6:30 AM: Gentle Start
- Wake up
- Take my thyroid medication + drink a full glass of water
- Meditate for 5 minutes
- Skincare with lymphatic drainage + face yoga
- Stretch or move gently for 10–15 minutes
I’ve learned that these early moments matter. I used to hit the ground running with stress. Now, I try to wake up before the kids so I can tend to me first—physically, mentally, emotionally.
7:30 AM: Kids Are Up — Time to Shift Gears
- Make breakfast (I avoid gluten + soy near my thyroid meds)
- Go for a walk with the girls if the weather permits
- Light house reset (dishes, laundry, floors)
This part of the day is a dance between caregiving and staying present. I’ve found that walking first thing with the girls helps shake off stress and bring fresh energy into the day.
11:30 AM: Nap Time Reset
- My baby naps
- Quick workout (at home or outside)
- Make lunch + prep anything for dinner
- Work time: blog, emails, digital planning
This midday window is when I refuel and get focused. I keep workouts short and energizing, and I use this time to check in with myself: Am I nourished? Hydrated? Grounded?
5:30 PM: Evening Rhythm
- Dinner together
- Evening walk
- Bath time for the girls
- Bedtime routine (books, snuggles, lights out)
Evenings are sacred family time, but I’ve also learned to protect my own energy here. Gentle walks after dinner help with digestion and calm everyone down (me included).
8:00 PM: My Own Wind-Down
- Girls are asleep
- I read in bed (no screens)
- 5 minutes of breathwork or meditation
- Sleep by 9:30–10 PM
This is non-negotiable. Sleep is healing—especially when you don’t have a thyroid. I’ve stopped chasing productivity at night and started choosing rest. It changes everything.
The Bigger Picture
This routine isn’t rigid—it’s a rhythm. I built it based on what my body needs, how my hormones respond, and what actually works with two little kids at home.
If you’re navigating postpartum depletion, thyroid imbalance, or just trying to feel better in your own body, I hope this gives you some grounding inspiration.
You don’t have to do it all. Start with literally one thing that supports you. One shift. One pause. One breath.
Because healing happens in the small, quiet, daily things.
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