18 Positive Motherhood Affirmations for Every Stage

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Lauren Hays

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP

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18 Powerful & Positive Affirmations for Moms at Every Stage to Reduce Stress and Foster a Positive Mindset

New Moms Can Use Affirmations in Their Daily Routine to Reduce Stress and Promote a Positive Mindset 

Practicing positive affirmations as part of a daily routine is a great way to help moms take time for themselves, recognize their worth, and build resilience for the demands of motherhood. 

At The MatrescenceÂŽ, we believe in a whole-person approach to health and mental wellness. All too often we hear about mamas who are not slowing down enough to listen to their own needs and positive affirmations are a great way to reinforce the importance of self-love and care, which is so important for moms! If you have been feeling stressed or are looking for simple self-help tips to improve your mental health in motherhood, you’ll be glad you landed here! 

As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I understand the value in mindfulness and meditation and how small shifts in habit and mindset can make a huge difference in a mother’s journey to feeling like herself again and fostering a growth mindset. The benefits of meditation and mindfulness cannot be understated.

I have curated this list of positive statements for mamas in every stage of motherhood. Whether you are trying to conceive your first child, newly postpartum, or a mama preparing to return to work after maternity leave, use these affirmations to incorporate in your mental health toolkit.

How affirmations work

Affirmations can help by serving as an important tool for new mothers, encouraging the development of a positive mindset throughout the joyful (and sometimes tumultuous) journey of motherhood. Engaging in affirmations works by leveraging the brain’s neuroplasticity, effectively rewiring thought patterns towards positivity. This conscious shift towards uplifting thoughts and beliefs enables new moms to enhance their confidence, overcome anxiety, and strengthen their connection with their baby. The practice of repeating a phrase or affirmation counteracts self-doubt and effectively decreases stress levels. Furthermore, affirmations promote essential self-care, averting burnout and fostering mental resilience. Through the mechanism of positive self-talk and its influence on the brain, new mothers can more smoothly navigate the challenges of this distinct phase, fully enjoying the joys and rewards of motherhood and fostering optimal well-being. Looking for affirmations to incorporate into your motherhood journey? Look no further! Here is a list of positive affirmations for mothers in various seasons of motherhood. 

Daily Affirmations for the Postpartum Mama

  • It’s okay to take time for myself and recharge my batteries.
  • I will hear advice from others and trust my maternal instincts.
  • When I become stressed, I will step away. I will take a break, take a nap, or find a creative outlet.

Positive Affirmations for the C-Section Mother

  • I do not need to justify my birth plan to others. 
  • I am confident in the choices of my healthcare team. 
  • I am preparing for the birth my baby needs.

Positive Affirmations for Fertility Encouragement and Self-Love

  • My body totally and completely supports this pregnancy. 
  • This wait and journey are temporary.
  • I am worthy of this pregnancy.
  • My body is finding its perfect balance for health and fertility.
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Positive Affirmations for Mom's Who are Feeling Anxious

  • I can’t be everything for everyone and that’s okay. 
  • I release my expectations of perfection. 
  • Peace comes when I let go of worry and trying to control every detail.
  • I know and accept that some days will be harder than others. 

Positive Affirmations for Managing Sickness in Your Home

  • I will not give way to fear or worst case scenarios.
  • No matter what happens today, I will find joy and positivity. 
  • I can choose to be grateful no matter my circumstances.

Positive Affirmations for Co-Parenting Strength

  • I am hopeful for the future even if I can’t see how everything will work out.
  • I can communicate clearly and easily.
  • I trust myself, my judgment, and my instincts.
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How to Practice Your Affirmations

As busy and often overwhelmed mamas, it can be really hard to find time for ourselves! Affirmations are short and effective and can be a powerful way to increase your mental resilience and build mental power within. They can be seamlessly integrated into your daily routine to help manage stress, foster a positive mindset, and enhance self-esteem as a mama. Start by setting aside a few quiet moments each day, perhaps early in the morning before the household wakes up, during a midday break, or as part of your routine before going to bed. Use this time to focus on your breathing and recite your chosen affirmations aloud or in your mind. You can also incorporate affirmations into everyday activities, such as while feeding your baby, brushing your teeth, or even doing household chores, by mentally repeating positive statements about your strength and capability as a mother. Writing affirmations on sticky notes and placing them in visible spots around your home or setting reminders on your phone to take a brief affirmation break can also serve as effective reminders. The key is consistency and allowing yourself to genuinely feel the positive emotions associated with the affirmations, transforming overwhelming moments into opportunities for empowerment and resilience.

How to Create Your Own Meaningful Affirmations

Creating your own powerful motherhood affirmations begins with identifying the unique challenges and joys you experience as a mother. Reflect on the aspects of motherhood that you find most rewarding and those that test your strength. From this reflection, craft positive, present tense statements that resonate with your personal journey. For example, if patience is a challenge, an affirmation could be, “I am calm and patient with my child, even on tough days” or one of our favorites at The MatrescenceÂŽ, “Peace Begins with ME”. Make your affirmations specific, affirmative, and rooted in truth, focusing on the qualities you wish to embody and the positive outcomes you desire. Repeat these affirmations daily, especially during moments you feel stressed-out or experiencing self-doubt, to anchor your mindset in positivity and strength and to leave you feeling confident and resilient to the inevitable stressors of parenthood. Remember, the most powerful affirmations are those that speak deeply to your own experiences and aspirations as a mother and help you break negative self-talk. Once you get the hang of using daily affirmations, your subconscious mind will be better able to leverage these tools in times of stress, challenge negative internal dialogue, and build confidence in your unique matrescence, or monumental transformation you go through when becoming a mother.

Positive Affirmations for Moms are Just Part of Our Supportive Community Offerings: Learn about Our Motherhood Community to Support Self-Care

These are just a few of the inspirational mantras we have compiled specifically for moms in all stages of motherhood. Positive affirmations can be a great tool to help you find balance and cultivate optimal mental wellbeing and an optimistic mindset in your motherhood journey.  We love to have these short affirmations as little reminders, so we created a strong-mama sticker pack so you can do just that throughout the day!  Put them on your water bottle, computer, or favorite notebook for the perfect little reminder to use affirmations to help integrate positivity and to help make them part of your daily wellness routine. 

To get more of these positive affirmations and other tools for your mental health toolkit including guided meditations, coping strategies,  daily quotes, and mental health resources from experts join our motherhood community to receive daily reminders via our app.

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Lauren Hays, PMHNP

Lauren was a licensed and trained registered nurse in the NICU and has since made a career shift to focus on mental health. Lauren is now a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, focusing on women’s health and wellness. She is a mom of three precious little men who has turned her pain into passion.