Letting go of that hyper-vigilance is the deepest form of self-care. It is an admission that you are a human being with biological limits, not a machine designed for 24/7 surveillance. 3. Reclaiming the Night

For the average mom—whether you have a newborn, toddlers, or teenagers—the phrase "sleeping better" can feel like a cruel joke. You might average 5 to 6 hours of fragmented rest, running on caffeine and cortisol.