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Prioritizing Your Needs as a Mom of a Sensitive Child
Victoria Walsh & Jill Gilbert
May 08, 2025
Raising Highly Sensitive Kids. No Filter.
Hey there, Mama!
You are the heartbeat of your home—not in some sweet metaphorical way, but in the literal, day-in, day-out way. You keep things running. You hold the emotional glue. And most days, you do it while barely squeezing in time to pee alone.
So this Mother’s Day, we want to remind you of something important: you deserve more than just the bare minimum to survive.
Yes, you’ve learned how to function in survival mode—but that’s not where you’re meant to live. Even tiny moments that prioritize your joy, calm, or curiosity can change the tone of your whole day... and ripple out to your whole family.
This week’s newsletter is packed with things that support you. Not in an "add more to your list" way—but in a “hey, this felt good and I want more of it” kind of way.
Because you matter. Not just as their mom. But as you.
In this issue:
💫 Seven rituals that make prioritizing yourself actually doable (and even fun)
🧴 The daily sunscreen mist that feels like a vacation in a bottle
🧠 The brain-boosting app that helped me break my scroll habit
Jill
HSC MAMA, FOUNDER & CEO
🔮 WHAT YOU NEED MOST RIGHT NOW
Permission to Not Be Everything to Everyone
Why Prioritizing Yourself Is Actually GREAT Parenting
Somewhere along the way, “good mom” got twisted into “never take a break” and “always put yourself last.” But when you’re raising a highly sensitive child—whose emotions come in like tsunamis—it can feel downright impossible to carve out space for yourself without guilt.
But here’s the truth: prioritizing your needs isn’t selfish. It’s essential.
Your emotional health is your child’s foundation.
This week’s blog post is your official permission slip to drop the pressure, reframe what self-care really means, and start claiming small but powerful “you first” moments.
Not spa days. Not unattainable routines. Just real-life rituals that refuel you.
💖 TRIED IT, LOVED IT
A Mother’s Day Gift That Future You Will Be Thankful For
I know I've mentioned this before but I’m a total skincare junkie. And with all my skincare knowledge, if I had to shout one thing from the rooftops? Wear your sunscreen! Every. Single. Day.
Lately I’ve been obsessed with this one: Sun Bum Skin Care SPF 30 Daily Sunscreen Mist. It’s super lightweight, smells like a beach vacation in the best way, and the real kicker? It doubles as a makeup setting spray. So I can mist it on in the morning, then reapply later without ruining my face.
This Mother’s Day, let this be your reminder: prioritizing yourself doesn’t have to mean a full spa day. Sometimes it’s just saying yes to one simple thing that helps you feel good in your own skin—literally. And this mist? It’s just that.
☕ Sip & Support: While "A Cuppa Momsense" is our gift to you, some product links may be affiliates. If you treat yourself, we might get a little something too – at no extra cost to you. It's how we keep the coffee flowing! 💖
💫 CURRENTLY LOVING
Hexa Sort: My Go-To Escape On My Phone
Confession: I don’t usually do games on my phone. But lately, I’ve been on a serious mission to cut back on mindless social media scrolling—and this app has been my go-to substitute. It’s called Hexa Sort, and it’s all about stacking colorful little hexagon tiles.
While that might sound simple, trust me—it pulls you in and it's challenging enough to keep your brain occupied.
I’ve found myself reaching for it during the exact moments I’d normally zone out on Instagram—waiting in the school pickup line, decompressing after bedtime routines, or when I just need a few minutes to reset without going down a doomscroll rabbit hole.
P.S. No, this isn’t sponsored. I’ve just shared it with a bunch of mom friends already and figured you might want to know too. (and it’s free!)
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Until next week, sip slowly & savor the calm ☕️