Best Hobbies for Stay at Home Moms That Will Make Your Life Fun

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You may feel that motherhood is draining your energy and time, but I can tell you: Motherhood doesn’t make it easy!

As a child, I felt like I had many interests. This was true even through my twenties. When I became a mother, all of those interests disappeared.

It’s a joy to spend time with my kids. However, I’ve also learned how important it is to do what I love.

Hobbies for stay-at-home moms increase your happiness levels and allows you to reorganize, reenergize and be your best self as a mother, a wife, or as a person.

 Take a break from motherhood and have fun doing something!

 

It’s important to have hobbies as a stay-at-home mom.

There have been times when I felt like a robot mom instead of a human being with needs and interests. Does anyone else feel like this?

You will find that doing things you love can help you rediscover yourself after motherhood. You can do things because you enjoy them! Even if there are a million things you want to do, it’s okay to just do them! Make it a priority and find out how much time you have to do these hobbies you love every now and again.

Here are my 20 favorite hobbies for stay-at-home moms.

Best Hobbies For Stay At Home Mom

 

Yoga

Yoga is good for your mental and bodily health. It’s also great for relaxation.

Moms need to relax more than anyone. Yoga is the best solution for your physical and mental health.

You can either plan a class at your local gym or at home. There are many videos and books available online to help you get started.

 

Scrapbooking

Start a scrapbook with all the photos you have been taking! You can make an album with family photos, or you could start a scrapbook.

Scrapbooking is fun, creative and something you can cherish for a lifetime with your children.

Reading

You don’t need to have complicated hobbies for a stay-at-home mom. Enjoy some time reading, whether you’re reading a favorite book or a brand new one.

Start reading again if you used to love to read. Try a different genre, or ask your friends for recommendations if you haven’t been reading much. 

Bullet Journaling

Bullet journaling is a great hobby for moms to do at their home. It can be very therapeutic and extremely helpful if you need to keep track of everything! To help you keep organized, make a planner journal, a memory journal, or just a doodle notebook. Pinterest is a great place to find inspiration and help you get started.

Listening To Podcasts

Podcasts are taking over, and I am a big fan. It can be difficult to find time for hobbies as a stay-at-home mom. But you could listen to podcasts while you run errands or make dinner. Or just relax at home with your children!

There are many fun options. You can listen or read helpful posts about motherhood. Or, you can search for one that relates to your interests.

Running

Let’s not forget about this! Running can not only be good for your health, but it can also be a lot of fun!

Running is a great hobby for moms because it can be measured and you can set goals. You can sign up to run a race, keep track of your speed, or aim for a new distance.

Running is a great place to achieve accomplishments, no matter how small or large.

DIY projects or home renovations

You can do something for your home, or simply to have fun. You can build, refinish, or create something entirely new.

It’s so satisfying to make something. Learning how to make things yourself  instead of purchasing them can save you a lot of money.

Calligraphy & Handwriting

Do you want to improve your writing skills? Have you ever seen the hypnotizing videos of people hand-lettering beautifully?

Handwriting, if you’re interested in this hobby, is something you can do while you take care of your children! You can also find tons of books and resources to help you get started.

Sewing

Learn how to sew by taking up sewing. If you are already a skilled sewer, learn how to make a new pattern.

You can ask a friend for help or register for a class at your local fabric store.

You could learn how to make pillows even if you have never sewn before. You can ask a friend for help or register for a class at your local fabric store.

Baking

Baking is a great family activity enjoyed by all ages. Try new Recipes and make something delicious! You will find baking becomes a hobby if you get creative and push yourself beyond your comfort zone.

You can make beautiful treats or something messy, but still delicious. 

Journaling

Finding something that you enjoy is the key to journaling becoming a fun hobby. You should be realistic about how much you can do, and what you would like to record.

A gratitude journal is a great way to express gratitude, write letters to my children in a journal or record ticket stubs, flower petals and other memories. A journal could also be used to keep track of your family’s news and updates.

It’s an easy way to keep memories alive and it’s great to do while the kids are playing.

Embroidery

If you are interested in embroidery, you can create some amazing things! It’s always amazing to see what people create and how they display them.

It’s great when hobbies can be turned into gifts or other simple items. To get you started, grab a basic kit and a stencil.

Coloring

Coloring isn’t just for children, let me tell you! Have fun with coloring books for adults and pencils.

It is so relaxing to color. I also love the fact that my children can color with me, while I enjoy a special time together.

Gardening

There are many ways to garden, but it is possible that you will find gardening interesting.

It’s possible to get a few indoor plants, beautify your garden, or start your own produce garden. I would love to have my very own garden that produces delicious fresh food for my family.

You can find local courses or a book to help you get started if you are unsure.

Playing an Instrument

Start practicing and improving your instrument playing skills if you are already a musician. You might even be able to arrange a time for you and your audience to perform!

Learn if you don’t know how to play an instrument. You can learn to play an instrument by yourself or hire someone who can teach you. You will be so proud of your kids and they will love hearing you practice!

Couponing

Couponing may be something that interests you initially, but it can become addictive.

Clipping coupons and searching for great deals can help you save so much! Couponing is a great way to save money if you enjoy it.

Canning

Food preservation can not only be great for emergency preparedness, saving money, and it can also be so much fun!

You can preserve and can many different things, which can result in some delicious treats. Start with some simple Strawberry Freezer Jam and then move on to pickling foods or doing other more intricate recipes!

Thrifting

Visit your local thrift shop to see what cool things you can find. It’s a great hobby for moms with kids, as you can always find something at the thrift shop.

To keep them interested, you could give them a small allowance to buy something.

Get involved in a sports team

A team of people to help you with your new hobby is a great way for you to stay engaged and to prioritize your self-care.

It’s fine to spend some time away from home doing something you enjoy. Sports is one great option. What fun would it be to have your spouse and children come to your games? It’s possible!

Puzzles

If you have small children, this may not be the best hobby. But if you are able to find a safe place then puzzle-solving is the way to go.

Even if you don’t have the time to solve all of the puzzles at once, you can still do a few each day to help you decompress from all your mother-duties. You could invite your children to join you if they are old enough!

Make yourself a priority and take the time to find a new hobby! What one of these hobbies are you going to try? Please comment!

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