5 Things Moms Are Carrying Into December (According to What You Read Most!)
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Welcome to December - the month where the calendar magically goes from manageable, to I’m sorry… how many parties, holiday shows, and Secret Santa things are we doing?!
Before we get swept up in a tangle of twinkle lights and long to-do lists, I wanted to share five things worth carrying into this month - all inspired by the blog posts you have loved most. Think of them as your December survival kit… but with fewer batteries and sheer simplicity.
1. A Little Family Dreaming Goes a Long Way
There’s something magical about December. It makes us want to cozy up, reflect, and dream about what’s next (preferably while hiding from our kids with a peppermint white mocha).
So, why not lean into it?
If there’s one thing you loved this year, it was crafting your dreams into something visual, fun, and totally doable. That’s why Turning Family Dreaming into a Crafty Reality with Vision Boards was such a reader favorite.
➡️ Read it here: Vision Boards Post
This month, grab a stack of magazines, some glue, and the least-dried-out markers you can find and let your family imagine what 2026 might look like. Warning: You may end up with requests for a home trampoline park or “more pizza.” Still counts.
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2. Signs You Need a Break… Before You Break
December is peak burnout season. The holiday pressure is real, and sometimes your body is whispering please stop, while your to-do list is screaming go go go.
Your second most-read post this year was 11 Signs You Need a Break (And How to Take One Without Guilt), so clearly… we’re all feeling it.
➡️ Read it here: Need a Break Post
This month, practice micro-breaks, guilt-free naps, sitting down to read (yes, sitting down), or even doing a craft. They count. They matter. And they keep you from turning into a December zombie.
3. Life Hacks Are Not Optional in December
Look, December requires strategy. Systems. Survival skills. Maybe even a tactical snack pouch.
That’s why ADHD Life Hacks for Moms Who Are Juggling All the Things landed in the top 5. It’s relatable whether you’re officially ADHD or just unofficially overwhelmed most of the time.
➡️ Read it here: ADHD Life Hacks Post
Take those hacks and sprinkle them over everything this month. Timers, 10 minute resets, or making games out of tasks.
December doesn’t need perfection. It needs cleverness.
4. Let Your “Home Port” Ground You This Month
Your love for A Plug for My Home Port told me something important this year: moms crave ease. They crave the smooth, predictable feeling of starting a trip from the port that just works. No flights, no fuss, no running through terminals like a stressed-out holiday movie character.
➡️ Read it here: Home Port Post
So for December, borrow that same energy.
Your home port is anything that keeps things simple and steady.
Maybe that’s a routine that helps you reset, a place that calms your brain, or a plan that keeps you from overcommitting.
Even if you aren’t sailing this month, tap into that “stress-free departure” vibe. Start everything from the easiest place possible.
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5. Seek Out the Cozy Vibes (On Purpose)
Your final top post of the year says everything about what moms want right now: comfort, warmth, simplicity, and vibes we don’t have to overthink.
Enter: Gemütlichkeit: The Mom-Friendly Vibe We Didn’t Know We Needed.
➡️ Read it here: Gemuetlichkeit Post
December is ripe for gemütlichkeit—soft blankets, warm drinks, calm lighting, small joys, intentional slow moments, tiny sparks of delight.
Spoiler: You don’t need to have a perfectly decorated home or a candle budget equivalent to a car payment. Just choose comfort where you can find it.
Before December Sweeps Us Away…
These five themes were your favorites for a reason:
You want connection. You want rest. You want simple wins. You want cozy joy. And you want easy adventures.
So as we step into the final month of the year, keep these ideas close. They’re simple, powerful, and exactly what this season needs.
And if you missed any of these posts, treat yourself to a quiet 10 minutes and enjoy them now.
(Yes. Ten minutes. You deserve ten minutes.)
Until next time, enjoy the journey!
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