The Comforting Mum

Life as a Single Mum

This past week I’ve found myself falling off schedule again—something I’ve been trying so hard to stay on top of. I haven’t been posting as consistently as I would like, but not because I’ve been idle. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. Every spare moment I’ve had has been poured into finding ways to generate income.

I’ve been crafting more. Baking a lot more too. It’s become my little escape from the weight of everything around me. Even though I can never really escape too far—because, well, the kids always have a way of pulling me right back into the chaos of motherhood. Summer break has come with its own set of challenges, but I’m genuinely proud of how I’ve been handling things. The kids seem happy, and that means everything.

We even managed to squeeze in three day trips. I had to save bit by bit to make them happen, but it was worth every penny just to see their excitement. The memories we made? Priceless.

This week, I’ve set myself a personal goal: to make £100 by the end of the week. It might not seem like much to some, but to an unemployed, determined, and slightly exhausted mum—it’s everything. I’ve started selling on Vinted, advertising cake toppers on Instagram, and pushing past the fear of putting myself out there.

Truthfully, every day is still a battle—mentally and emotionally. The depression creeps in quietly, and some days, it tries to win. But I’m trying just as hard to keep going. To show up. To create. To provide.

So, if you’re reading this and you’re in a season of survival like I am—I hope you know that even your smallest steps matter. We don’t have to have it all figured out. We just have to keep moving.

✨ Reflection

Not every week will be a breakthrough, but every effort still counts. The way I’ve been showing up for my kids—and for myself—may not always be perfect, but it is enough. And I’m learning that being proud of the little wins is what keeps me grounded. There’s no shame in rebuilding, in trying again, or in taking the slower path. This journey is mine, and I get to define what progress looks like.

🌸 Affirmation

“I am doing my best with what I have, and that is more than enough. Each day I rise is proof that I’m still fighting—and still growing.”

Signed, 

The Comforting Mum 🤎