May Intentions for Moms: How to Create More Joy This Spring

As the trees bloom and the days grow longer, May invites us to shake off the heaviness of winter and step into a season of renewal. For busy moms juggling work, family, and homeownership, spring can feel more like a sprint than a season of joy. But what if we used this month to be intentional – not just about to-do lists, but about how we want to feel?

Let’s talk about how to set May intentions to create more joy, more peace, and more presence in your life.

1. Start with One Simple Intention

Instead of overwhelming yourself with a massive spring overhaul, set one intention for the month of May. Ask yourself:
“What would bring me more joy this month?”

Maybe it’s slowing down, laughing more with your kids, getting outside daily, or saying no to unnecessary commitments. Choose something that feels like a breath of fresh air – not another obligation.

Try writing it down where you’ll see it often: on your bathroom mirror, fridge, or planner. Let it be your north star for the next few weeks.

2. Reconnect with Nature (and Yourself)

Spending time outdoors isn’t just good for your kids—it’s good for you, too. Take advantage of Colorado’s beautiful spring days by walking around the block after dinner, sipping your morning coffee on the porch, or planting something in the yard with your little ones.

Even ten minutes outside can reset your mood and calm your nervous system. Use this time to reflect, breathe deeply, and reconnect with yourself – not just the mom version of you, but you.

3. Say Yes to Small Joys

Joy doesn’t have to be big or expensive. It might look like:

• Buying yourself fresh flowers at the grocery store

• Saying yes to a spontaneous ice cream run

• Turning up your favorite music while cleaning the house

• Lighting your favorite candle after bedtime routines

These small acts remind us that joy can live in the everyday moments. This May, give yourself permission to say yes to those tiny things that make your heart lighter.

4. Let Go of “Perfect”

Spring can bring pressure – picture-perfect Mother’s Day posts, spotless homes for sale, Pinterest-worthy gardens. But perfection steals joy. This month, let go of trying to do it all or have it all look a certain way.

Your kids won’t remember how clean the house was – they’ll remember how it felt to be with you. Prioritize presence over perfection. Joy often lives in the messy, real, in-between moments.

5. Celebrate Yourself

Mother’s Day is a great reminder: You’re doing an incredible job. Take time to celebrate not just your role as a mom, but the human behind it. Write a love note to yourself, plan a solo outing, or gather your mom friends for a no-guilt brunch.

You deserve celebration simply for being you.

May is the perfect month to slow down, look around, and breathe in the beauty of the season—and your life. By setting an intention to invite in more joy, you create space for connection, laughter, and lightness to return. You’re not just raising a family or managing a home – you’re building a life that’s meant to be enjoyed.

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