52 Practical Mom Hobbies to Do During Nap Time
On November 10, 2020 by Megan FolsomSome days, sitting on the couch and turning on a mindless show is all I have the energy for. Other days, I feel antsy to do something productive, something to grow personally or feel accomplished.
When I first had Trussler, these days were few and far between, because I was so tired and had totally lost my self-identity. As he gets older, I feel myself wanting to be well-rounded and productive.
Even though I’m a busy mom, I still want to try new things and find new hobbies and interests. My main problem is having TIME to do this, so I went on the hunt for hobbies that could be worked on and learned while he was sleeping.
These mom hobbies can be learned and enjoyed at home on my own time, whether he has a short or long nap.
*Related Post: How to Make the Most Out of Nap Time and Fill Up Your Own Cup (Besides Netflix or Cleaning)
Hobbies That are Perfect for Nap Time:
- Bullet journal
- Bake
- Cake decorating
- Paint
- Write
- Blog
- Read
- Learn new hairstyles
- Photography
- Picture editing
- Video editing
- Sewing
- Drawing
- Wood carving
- A new language
- Traditional scrapbooking
- Digital scrapbooking or making photo books
- Yoga
- Home workouts
- Physical self-care
- Learn how to play a new instrument
- Indoor gardening (herbs, flowers, food)
- Outdoor gardening
- Digital art prints
- Calligraphy/hand lettering
- Journal
- Make greeting cards
- Meditate
- Knit or Crochet
- Arrange flowers
- Decorate/Redecorate your home room by room
- Make soap or candles
- Refinish or restore furniture
- Quilt
- Sing
- Coupon
- Dance
- Make and sell something on Etsy
- Canning
- Learn new make-up skills
- Sudoku
- Puzzles
- Genealogy
- Coloring
- Make wreaths
- Make decor
- Dog training
- Nail art
- Learn a new computer skill: coding, website building, etc.
- Listen to educational or inspirational podcasts
- Speed walk (if baby naps in stroller)
Need a little pick-me-up, but don’t have a lot of time to spend on yourself?! Be sure to try one of these Quick At-Home Ideas to boost your confidence and feel more put-together!
What are your favorite hobbies? Have you tried any of these ones yet? Let me know in the comments below and I’ll add them to my list!
Receive a FREE copy of my Girls’ Night ideas: