September is a stressful time for moms. We are adjusting to school routines, packing lunches, driving to soccer practice, and trying to tackle a million other things on our to-do list. But while we’re out here trying to hold it all together, Reese Witherspoon has an important reminder for us. The mom of three took to Instagram to share a sweet message for moms, and we’re crying into our afternoon coffee cups.
“This one is for all the moms navigating back-to-school season 💖,” The Morning Show star captioned a new video on Instagram. She sits on a couch, pointing to different “public service announcements” that she wants moms to keep in mind this year.
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For starters, Witherspoon wants moms to know: “You are doing an AMAZING job.” Let that sink in for a minute. Sometimes we get so caught up in all the things we did wrong (and all the mom guilt!) that we forget we really are doing our best. And our best is amazing. Thanks, Reese!
Mantras From the Mom of Three
She shared some other beautiful encouragements in the video, including “things don’t have to look Pinterest perfect” and “the little, simple moments will be their biggest memories.” We don’t have to create all these magical, over-the-top experiences for our kids to give them a happy, fulfilled life. We just have to show up every day and make an effort to spend time with them. That is what they’ll cherish and remember.
Finally, the Hello Sunshine founder pointed to one last mantra: “Your kids will be absolutely fine, just breathe mama.” And she would know! She’s been through a few back to school seasons as a mom to daughter Ava Phillipe, 24, and son Deacon Phillippe, 19, with ex-husband Ryan Phillippe, and Tennessee Toth, 10, with ex-husband Jim Toth.
People Loved The Video
One person commented, “Dang … thank you. I literally feel wiped after making lunches, breakfast, dishes, and getting them to the bus. All before coffee and I have a full day of work after 🥵.”
“Thank you for these important reminders!!❤️❤️❤️” another chimed in.
Psychologist and relationship expert Dr. Tracy Dalgleish commented, “Love these! I like to remind myself that I am doing enough and I am enough. It’s the simplest mantras to come back to that can help us in those hard moments when everyone is having big feelings!!! Parents, you’re doing amazing!!”
Reese Witherspoon Celebrated Her Eldest Daughter
Earlier this week, the Your Place or Mine star shared a sweet photo of her lookalike daughter Ava (who is taller than her mama now!) for her 24th birthday.
“Happy Birthday to my glorious girl @avaphillippe ! 💞🎂🥳” she wrote. “It’s the joy of my life to watch you grow and become the most inspiring, thoughtful, creative, dynamic, funny woman. I have learned so much from being your mom. How lucky is that ??!! I love you to the stars and back! 💫💗”
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