The Mantra Every Mum Knows
“Just one minute!”
I’ve said it so many times I could probably open a café called One Minute and make a fortune.
Between snack requests, school notes, lost shoes, and “MUMMM LOOK AT THIS” moments, those three words have become the unofficial soundtrack of motherhood — part plea, part battle cry.
But here’s the truth:
Saying “just one minute” doesn’t mean we’re stalling, ignoring, or failing.
It means we’re surviving. And we’re doing a damn good job of it.
Why “Just One Minute” Is Actually a Genius Mum Move
Let’s be real: modern motherhood is a constant mental ping-pong match. You’re halfway through packing lunchboxes when someone needs help unblocking the toilet. You’re trying to reply to an email while signing a school permission slip with your other hand.
In that chaos, just one minute becomes your emergency breathing room.
Here’s why it matters:
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It gives you space to finish a thought.
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It teaches your kids that boundaries are okay.
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It helps you respond, not react — because yelling “WHAT NOW?!” isn’t exactly peaceful parenting.
You’re not putting them off. You’re protecting your sanity. And that’s something to be proud of.
Mums Don’t Need Permission to Breathe — But Here It Is Anyway
If you’ve ever felt guilty for saying “just one minute,” I’m here to tell you: please don’t.
That small phrase is often the difference between holding it together and falling apart. It’s not a failure — it’s a tiny act of self-preservation in a day filled with everyone else’s needs.
You’re allowed to pause.
You’re allowed to finish your tea, take that breath, or scroll for a minute without narrating every movement to your child.
Sanity-Savers for Your “Just One Minute” Moments
Sometimes, that pause is when I sneak in something just for me — jotting down a design idea, browsing inspiration, or ordering something that’ll make mum life easier.
Here are my go-tos:
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My Amazon Wishlist — snack hacks, family games, and genius time-savers.
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Creative Fabrica — a treasure trove of fonts, graphics, and digital designs if you want to start a little creative side hustle.
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Printful — my chaos-friendly partner for turning designs into products without dealing with stock or shipping.
Real Talk: The Pause Is the Power
Those “just one minute” moments aren’t weakness.
They’re strength, disguised as a pause.
They’re how we:
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Avoid snapping
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Finish something important
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Teach our kids that we matter too
It’s not about putting ourselves first.
It’s about not always putting ourselves last.
Your Turn — Let’s Normalise It
How often do you find yourself saying “just one minute”?
What’s something you do during those tiny moments that fills your cup?
Drop it in the comments or DM me — let’s build a no-judgement zone for mums just doing their best.
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