From Mum Mode to Boss Mode: The Energy Shift
Before kids, I thought a lunch break was sacred — an hour to breathe, recharge, maybe scroll Instagram without guilt.
Now? Lunch breaks are a myth. My workday is a patchwork of:
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School drop-offs and pickups
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Zoom calls in between snack prep
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“Mum taxi” runs to sports and activities
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Micro-moments of business building
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Caffeine breaks (because obviously)
It’s not a neat 9-to-5 — but it works.
Why I Don’t Miss Lunch Breaks (And You Might Not Either)
When you run your own show, especially as a mum, a traditional 1-hour lunch often feels less helpful than a dozen focused 5-minute bursts.
Short, sharp, and productive beats long and distracted.
And those quick wins? They add up.
My Mum-Boss Energy Hacks
Here’s what keeps me productive (and mostly sane) without a “real” lunch break:
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Block Power Hours — Shut the door, put on headphones, and get stuff done.
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Stack Small Tasks — Emails, social media replies, quick planning — all slotted between kid wrangling.
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Energy Boosters — Coffee, fresh air, a quick stretch — reset and go again.
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Say No — If a meeting doesn’t fit my flow, it’s a “no” day.
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Embrace Imperfection — Because some days, survival is the achievement.
The Upside? Flexibility, Freedom — and a Cheeky Mug or Two
Being your own boss as a mum means juggling is part of the game — but so is freedom.
I work:
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During school hours
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While the kids nap
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With the footy on in the background (multi-tasking gold)
And I get to blend creativity and business — designing cheeky mugs like the Swear Jar Mama range through Printful. No stock to store, no post office runs, just designing and letting them handle the rest.
If you’re curious about starting your own print-on-demand side hustle, this post on where I get my fonts, mockups, and design tools will give you the inside scoop on how I make it all happen without spending a fortune.
Your Turn
How have you shifted your energy or work habits since becoming a mum (or juggling family and business)?
Drop your hacks, struggles, or funny fails in the comments — because this community gets it.
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