A gentle invitation to step out of the chaos and into calm, one small rhythm at a time.
Spring is such a hopeful time of year. The snow starts to melt, the birds return, and the sunlight stretches just a little longer each day. And along with all that change outside, I almost always feel a stirring inside, too—a quiet invitation to reset. I invite you to learn my simple spring reset for moms routines.
I’ve never been someone who does a huge “spring cleaning weekend.” Honestly, that just overwhelms me. But once the days start warming up, I do start to notice little things: the cluttered corners, the stale air, the laundry I’ve been ignoring. And slowly, without forcing it, I start to move back into rhythms that bring peace into our home again.
If you’re feeling a little out of sync right now—if your routines have slipped or your house feels heavier than you’d like—I want you to know this: you don’t need a full overhaul. You just need a few peaceful rhythms to start this week.
Here are three that have helped me recently, and I hope they’ll help you too.
This post is all about a gentle spring reset for moms.
1. Start the Day with a Breath of Fresh Air
One of the first things I crave when the seasons shift is open air. I love starting the day with a walk outside—just me, the fresh air, and the quiet stillness before the house is fully awake. It clears my mind and resets my heart in a way nothing else can.
When I get home, I sit with my scriptures and study the lesson for the day before the kids wake up. That rhythm—movement, then Scripture—anchors me for the day ahead. It doesn’t always happen perfectly, but when it does, I notice a real difference in my attitude, my patience, and my ability to handle the chaos of life with five kids.
If a walk isn’t doable for you right now, even just opening a window or the sliding door and letting in fresh air while you sip your coffee can be enough. I love having the door open with the screen closed so I can hear the kids playing in the yard and let the breeze flow through the kitchen. It’s such a simple joy, but it shifts the whole mood of our home.
2. Make Your Bed—It Matters More Than You Think
Making my bed might seem like a small thing, but it’s been a game changer for me. It’s the very first “win” of the day—a task completed, a space tidied, a message to myself that I can take care of my home, even in a busy season.
When I walk past that room throughout the day, it feels like a small sigh of relief. It doesn’t have to be magazine-perfect. I just smooth the blankets and fluff the pillows, and it makes me feel like I’ve started the day with intention.
If you’re feeling scattered or behind, try this one small thing. It’s not about perfection—it’s about momentum. And it can be the first step back toward rhythms that help you feel more grounded in your day.
3. One Small Staple at a Time (And Habit Stack the Rest)
After a rough March—two trips and two rounds of sickness being passed around our house—I felt completely out of rhythm. The laundry was overflowing, we were out of all our staples, and I honestly felt defeated. I didn’t know where to start.
But instead of trying to do everything at once (which is my old habit), I chose one thing: laundry. I didn’t try to catch up all in one day. I just restarted my normal routine—one load a day. I made sure it got washed, dried, folded, and put away before I moved on to anything else.
And it worked. That one habit gave me a sense of order again.
Then I applied the same mindset in the kitchen. Instead of doing a big “restock day” where I made all the snacks, breads, and everything else at once (which can honestly be exhausting), I committed to making one staple a day, or every other day. Granola one day. A loaf of bread the next. Just that. It’s manageable, sustainable, and still keeps our home running in a way that feels peaceful.
To make things easier, I’ve started “habit stacking.” For example, I fold and put away laundry while watching a YouTube video during my afternoon break. Pairing a task I need to do with something I enjoy makes it feel less like a chore and more like a rhythm I can actually stick to.
A Gentle Word for the Overwhelmed Mom
If you’re in a season where everything feels messy or behind, you’re not alone. I’ve been there—recently. And I know how tempting it is to want to fix it all at once. But can I encourage you with something simple?
You don’t need to catch up on everything. You just need to start with one thing.
Maybe that’s making your bed. Maybe it’s starting the laundry. Maybe it’s opening the window and breathing in some fresh spring air. Just choose one peaceful rhythm to begin again, and let it lead you gently forward.
If you’re craving a little more structure to help you find your way, I’d love to share something I made just for moms like you:
✨ The Overwhelmed Mom’s Survival Guide ✨
It’s a free printable guide filled with calming checklists, routines, and space to reflect—designed to help you reset your home and heart, one small step at a time.
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This post was all about a spring reset for moms.
You don’t have to do it all. Just one thing. You’ve got this, mama.
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