Why we are here…
Mindful Mama Mondays on thegoodjuju.blog is a soft landing for the tender, tired heart of motherhood. It’s a weekly exhale—a moment carved out just for you, to check in gently, without judgment.
Written by a mama of two, this series offers reflections soaked in self-compassion, honesty, and warmth. Whether you’re navigating body changes, wrestling with guilt, or simply trying to stay afloat in the everyday chaos, each post is a loving nudge to slow down and treat yourself with the same tenderness you give your little ones.
It’s not about doing more—it’s about being with yourself, just as you are.
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The Quiet Joy of Ordinary Days
Discover the quiet beauty hidden in daily routines — from morning kolams and purring cats to evening diyas. A heartfelt reflection on finding peace and mindfulness in the ordinary moments of life.
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Mindful Mama Mondays #8: The Sunday Night Reset Ritual
Because “Sunday scaries” hit different when you’re a mom. This week on Mindful Mama Mondays, we’re embracing a soft, soulful Sunday night ritual to gently close the tabs in your brain, reset your space (and spirit), and head into Monday with more calm than chaos.
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Let Them Get Dirty—Indian Style
“Let Them Get Dirty—Why a Little Mud Is Good for Growing Strong” In our Dettol-drenched homes and auntie-audited balconies, the idea of letting kids play in dirt might sound scandalous. But science (and my 7-month-old trying to eat our cat’s tail) says otherwise. This week on The Good Juju, we’re talking sand, mud, immunity—and why chasing spotless perfection might be doing more harm than good. Read the full post to find out how I’m balancing germs, giggles, and one very clean 10-year-old cat named Bobi.
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Mindful Mama Mondays #7: Declutter Your Headspace
Ever feel like your brain has 37 tabs open and one’s definitely playing Cocomelon? Same, mama. This week’s post is your gentle permission slip to Marie Kondo your mental load. We’re talking decision fatigue, invisible to-do lists, and how to create just a little white space in that beautiful, overworked brain of yours. From brain dumps to bathroom meditations (no judgment), come find calm in the chaos — one mindful pause at a time.
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Mindful Mama Mondays #6: The Mom Body Check-In
Ten months postpartum, and I finally paused long enough to actually look at myself in the mirror—not with judgment, but with curiosity and kindness. This week’s blog is a love letter to our healing, heroic mom-bodies. From post-baby aches to the emotional whiplash of stretch marks and skinny jeans, it’s a reminder that “bouncing back” is outdated. What we need is to check in—with grace, not guilt. Whether your pelvic floor is still sending distress signals or your reflection feels like a stranger, you are not alone in this messy middle. Read the full post for a warm hug of…
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Mindful Mama Mondays #5: Screens, Screams & Sanity
This Week on Mindful Mama Mondays: Screens, Screams & Sanity — a tale as old as touchscreen. From Peppa marathons to stealth Instagram scrolls in the loo, we’re diving into mindful screen time for both kiddos and moms (yes, your midnight reel binge counts). No shame, just honest laughs, gentle awareness, and a reminder: this too shall pass—probably with WiFi.
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Mindful Mama Mondays #4: Mindfulness in the Mundane
This week on The Good Juju, we’re slowing down to soak up the beauty of… folding laundry? Yep, you read that right. In “Mindfulness in the Mundane,” I’m talking about how the everyday chaos of motherhood—think nursing at 3 a.m., matching tiny socks, or surviving your toddler’s Peppa Pig obsession—can actually become your calm. Because mindfulness doesn’t need candles or quiet. Sometimes, it just needs you, your breath, and maybe a baby chewing on your phone charger. ✨ Read the full post to find peace in the pile (and maybe even enjoy folding a towel or two)…
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Modern Moms, Ancient Wisdom: How to Blend Sanskaar with Science in Daily Life
This Sanskari Saturday, I’m dishing out how I mix turmeric with Tylenol, lullabies with white noise, and totkas with thermometers. Because raising kids in 2025 shouldn’t mean choosing between daadi’s wisdom and Dr. Google.✨ Join me as I blend tradition + science into one gloriously chaotic parenting cocktail. Shubham Karoti, but make it modern.
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Mindful Mama Mondays #3: Mom Guilt is Not a Virtue
Ever feel like you’re failing at motherhood because dinner wasn’t organic, screen time was too long, or you lost your temper? Welcome to the Mom Guilt Olympics—except there are no medals, just burnout. In this heartfelt (and slightly hilarious) Mindful Mama Mondays post, we unpack why guilt isn’t a virtue, how comparison is stealing our joy, and what it really means to just do your best. Bonus: real-life breakdowns, mindful mantras, and the gentle reminder that this too shall pass.
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Mindful Mama Mondays #2: The Myth of the “Chill” Mom
This week on Mindful Mama Mondays: I’m talking about the myth of the “chill” mom. (Spoiler: she’s fictional.) I lose my temper too—but mindfulness isn’t about staying calm, it’s about staying present. Even in the chaos.
