I love the holidays, but I think we can all agree that they can be exhausting. Between decorating, shopping, wrapping presents, and keeping up with everyday family life, there’s always something that needs attention.
And somehow, moms seem to end up with the longest to-do lists.
That’s one reason we’ve been enjoying these holiday self care shirts for moms from Self Care Shirts. They’re comfortable, soft, and full of funny sayings that make us smile.
Sometimes, that’s exactly what we need.
There’s something about reading a funny saying on a shirt that can instantly lighten the mood. Even when the day feels stressful, a little humor can help release some of that tension.
We’ve all worn pieces from this collection, and we love the comfort and fit. But the sayings are what really make them special to us.
I also appreciate that the messages aren’t about having a perfect holiday. Instead, they’re about taking care of ourselves, laughing at life’s chaos, and remembering that it’s okay to need a break.
Why We Love Self Care Shirts
One of the things I appreciate about Self Care Shirts is that there’s a real person behind every design.
Alyssa Ostroff started the company in May 2025 in South Florida. She’s a graphic designer and trauma survivor who creates every design herself.
Her designs come from messages she needed to hear during her own healing journey. I think that gives the sayings an extra layer of meaning.
And I love that she can take something serious, like mental health and self-care, and sometimes add a little humor.
That’s something our family appreciates.
The shirts aren’t just comfortable clothing with cute graphics. The messages make us smile, and sometimes they help us shake off a little stress.
I also like knowing that every order supports the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and The Trevor Project.
Plus, Alyssa offers free mental health resources on her website. I think that’s a thoughtful way to share the message of self-care beyond her clothing.
Our Favorite Holiday Self Care Shirts for Moms
We’ve been enjoying several pieces from the Winter Collection, and each one has a saying that makes it memorable.
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like I Need a Break Shirt
If there’s one saying that sums up the holiday season for moms, this might be it.
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like I Need a Break.
Seriously, how many times have we all thought that?
Between the holiday preparations and everything else that comes with family life, sometimes we just need a minute to ourselves.
That’s why we love the humor in this shirt.
It’s funny because it’s so relatable. And when stress starts building, seeing that saying can bring a much-needed smile.
The shirt features hand-drawn retro holiday lettering, which gives it a fun Christmas look.
It’s a Bella + Canvas 3001 made from 100% ring-spun cotton, with a soft unisex fit. It’s also printed in the USA.
We love how soft and comfortable these shirts are, and the fit is another thing we appreciate.
But honestly, the saying is what makes this one a favorite.
Sometimes, we need a reminder that it’s perfectly fine to take a break from all the holiday chaos.
And if that reminder makes us laugh along the way, even better.
In My Elf-Care Era Shirt
This one makes me smile every time I think about the saying.
In My Elf-Care Era.
I love a good play on words, especially when it involves Christmas and self-care.
And really, couldn’t we all use a little more elf-care during the holidays?
Moms spend so much time making sure everyone else has what they need. It’s easy to forget that we need a little attention, too.
That’s what makes this shirt so fun.
The message is lighthearted, but there’s also a good reminder behind it.
The hand-drawn holiday design adds to the festive feel. Plus, it’s another Bella + Canvas 3001 tee made from 100% ring-spun cotton, with a soft unisex fit and printing in the USA.
We’ve enjoyed the softness, comfort, and fit of these shirts. They’re the kind of qualities we appreciate in clothing we actually wear.
And the funny sayings are such a bonus.
I especially like that this one puts a cheerful spin on something moms often overlook.
Taking care of ourselves shouldn’t be the last thing on our list.
So yes, I’m all for an elf-care era, especially during the busiest time of year.
You Don’t Have To Be Merry Sweatshirt
This sweatshirt has one of my favorite messages from the collection.
You Don’t Have To Be Merry.
I think that’s something more people need to hear during the holidays.
We see so many reminders to be cheerful, grateful, and excited about the season. But sometimes, life is stressful. And sometimes, we’re just tired.
That’s okay.
What I love about this sweatshirt is that it acknowledges those feelings without making a big production out of them. And of course your tween will also love it. Allie called dibs as soon as the package arrived!
The design features hand-drawn candy-striped lettering with festive sparkles on a black crewneck.
It’s a Gildan 18000 sweatshirt made from a 50% cotton and 50% polyester blend. It has a soft, cozy unisex fit and is printed in the USA.
We’ve enjoyed the comfort and fit of the pieces from this collection, and this sweatshirt is no exception.
I also appreciate having a holiday sweatshirt with a message that’s a little different from the usual festive sayings.
It reminds me that we don’t have to force ourselves to feel a certain way just because it’s December.
And sometimes, that simple reminder can make a stressful day feel a little lighter.
Naughty Nice and In Therapy Shirt
Okay, this one is just funny.
Naughty Nice and In Therapy.
I love how it takes the traditional Christmas naughty-or-nice list and gives it a completely different twist.
It’s one of those sayings that makes you smile because it’s clever and a little unexpected.
And that’s something we’ve really enjoyed about these shirts.
The humor can help break up a stressful day. Sometimes, a funny saying is all it takes to get everyone smiling again.
This shirt features a hand-drawn holiday design on a Bella + Canvas 3001 tee. It’s made from 100% ring-spun cotton, with a soft unisex fit, and is printed in the USA.
Like the other tees we’ve worn, we appreciate the softness, comfort, and fit.
But I especially like the message behind this one.
Mental health is important, and I think it’s wonderful when we can talk about it openly.
Of course, therapy itself is serious and personal. But that doesn’t mean we can’t appreciate a little humor about taking care of ourselves.
For our family, the funny sayings are a big part of why we love these shirts.
They make us smile, and sometimes that’s just what we need.
A Little Holiday Humor Goes a Long Way
One thing I’ve learned is that sometimes the smallest things can help make a stressful day feel a little better.
And for our family, these shirts have been one of those little things.
We love their softness, comfort, and fit. But we especially enjoy the funny sayings and the smiles they bring.
That’s what makes these holiday self care shirts for moms so appealing to me.
They don’t magically make the holiday to-do list disappear. But a little laughter can help release some of that building stress.
I also appreciate the meaningful messages behind Alyssa’s designs.
If you’re looking for funny Christmas shirts for moms or thoughtful self care Christmas gifts, you might enjoy browsing the Self Care Shirts Winter Collection.
And while you’re there, take a look at Alyssa’s free mental health resources. She offers calming videos, printables, coloring pages, wallpapers, and other resources without requiring a purchase or email signup.
Because the holidays should include a little care for ourselves, too.
And sometimes, a comfortable shirt and a good laugh are a nice place to start.
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