How to Tune Into Your Intuition: A Beginner’s Guide for Moms

WellnessMotherhood

Aug 8

Do you find yourself second-guessing *every* decision—googling, asking for advice, and overanalyzing instead of trusting your gut? As moms, we’re constantly bombarded with opinions, but deep down, you already know the answers—you just need to tune back into your intuition. The good news? Your inner wisdom has always been there, waiting for you to listen. Let’s unlock the simple, powerful ways to strengthen your intuition so you can navigate motherhood with confidence and clarity.

The One Shift That Changed the Way I Trust Myself as a Mom

Ever second-guess yourself as a mom? Wonder if you're making the right decision—about your child's health, your family's schedule, or even how you're balancing it all?

Here's the thing: Your intuition already knows the answer.

The problem? We’re so used to overthinking, Googling, and seeking external validation that we forget how to listen to our own inner wisdom.

Tuning into your intuition isn’t about getting some mystical download or always having the perfect answer. It’s about learning to trust yourself deeply—so that motherhood feels less like a constant guessing game and more like a natural flow.

This guide will show you:

✧ What intuition actually is (Hint: It’s not just a “gut feeling”)

✧ How to recognize intuitive nudges vs. anxiety-driven thoughts

✧ Simple ways to strengthen your intuition—without overthinking it

Let’s get into it. Because the more you trust yourself, the easier everything else becomes.

Step 1: Understanding Your Intuition (It’s Not Just a Feeling!)

What Intuition Actually Is (and Why Moms Have It Naturally)

Ever just known something about your child before anyone else did?

Maybe you felt a pull to leave a playdate early and later found out your little one was about to come down with a fever.

Or you hesitated before saying yes to something, only to realize later it wasn’t the right fit.

That’s intuition, baby!.. And as moms, it’s one of our most powerful tools.

Science backs this up: Research shows that a mother’s brain is wired for heightened awareness, instinctive decision-making, and subconscious pattern recognition. You’re literally built to sense things before they happen.

But in a world that constantly tells us to second-guess ourselves? We get disconnected from that inner knowing.

How to Tell the Difference: Intuition vs. Anxiety

So how do you know if it’s your intuition speaking… or just worry?

↠ Intuition feels clear, calm, and “neutral.” It’s like a gentle nudge or deep knowing, without frantic energy.

↠ Anxiety feels urgent, loud, and spiraling. It often comes with “what if” thoughts and feels chaotic in your body.

Example:

Intuition: “Something feels off about this situation.” → You take action calmly.
Anxiety: “What if this happens? What if I’m making the wrong choice?” → You feel stuck in overthinking.

The key? Intuition guides, anxiety pressures.

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Step 2: Simple Practices to Strengthen Your Intuition

1. The One-Minute Body Check-In

Your body knows before your mind does. Before making a decision, pause and ask yourself:

Does this feel expansive or constrictive?
↠ Expansive = Your body relaxes, breath deepens. (A Yes!)
↠ Constrictive = Tight chest, stomach knots. (A No!)

Your body will always signal the answer first—your mind just needs to listen.

2. The Sway Test (My favorite intuitive tester!)

Your body has an intuitive “yes” and “no” response—you just have to tune into it.

How to Do It:

Stand with your feet hip-width apart, arms relaxed at your sides.
Take a deep breath and close your eyes.
↠ Say out loud: “Show me a YES.”
Your body may naturally sway forward as a yes response.
↠ Next, Say: “Show me a NO.”
Your body may naturally sway backward as a no response.
Now, ask a simple yes/no question and observe your body’s reaction.

Why It Works: The Sway Test taps into your body’s energy field and subconscious wisdom, helping you receive answers in a physical, undeniable way.

3. The Yes/No Journaling Exercise

Not sure how to hear your intuition? Start small.

How to Do It:

Grab a journal and write: “What is a YES for me right now?”
Notice what naturally comes up. It could be simple—like needing more rest or feeling drawn to a new routine.
Then, write: “What is a NO for me right now?”

This builds trust with your intuition in low-pressure situations and helps you recognize patterns over time.

4. The 3-Second Rule for Decision-Making

If you find yourself overthinking a decision, try this:

↠ Take 3 seconds. Notice what your gut says first.
↠ If you start explaining or justifying why you should or shouldn’t do something… that’s your brain taking over.
Trust the first answer. It’s usually the right one.