Oops, Yay, Thanks: Daily Gratitude Journal For Moms to Laugh, Learn & Love the Everyday Moments

Motherhood is messy, magical, and sometimes… a little hilarious.

Between the “oops” moments (spilled milk, missed naps, forgotten snacks) and the “yay” victories (five minutes of quiet, bedtime snuggles, coffee that’s still warm), there’s so much to be grateful for — if you pause to notice it.

Oops, Yay, Thanks is a daily gratitude journal designed especially for busy, overwhelmed, and big-hearted moms. With a mix of lighthearted prompts, mindful reflections, and laugh-out-loud moments, you’ll discover how small joys can transform even the most chaotic days.

Inside, you’ll find:

🖊 Daily gratitude prompts that are quick, fun, and meaningful

😂 Humorous journaling cues to help you laugh at the chaos

🌸 Mindfulness moments that fit into a mom’s real schedule

🎁 Perfect as a thoughtful self-care gift for moms, new mothers, or yourself

Whether you’re a new mom learning the ropes or a seasoned parent with a car full of snack crumbs, this journal is your safe space to laugh, breathe, and remember that gratitude can change everything — even on the toughest days.

Take five minutes. Grab your pen. Notice the magic.
Oops, yay… and thanks.

From the Publisher

From the Publisher

A Daily Practice Made Simple

Each page of Oops, Yay, Thanks is designed with playful, guided prompts like “Today I Decided to” and “Today I waited for.” With just a few minutes a day, moms can pause, reflect, and capture the small wins, and find the good in the mess that makes motherhood (and life) so meaningful.

From one mom to another

Created by Tracey McGrath—artist, pharmacist, and mom—this journal brings together creativity, mindfulness, and real-life mom wisdom with a touch of humor. With years of gratitude practice, Tracey knows the power of pausing, laughing, and giving thanks. Now she’s sharing that with you. With clear directions on how to use this journal, you’ll feel ready to get started with this quick, simple and effective practice today!

Mom-Designed and Tested

Hand-illustrated by Tracey McGrath, artist and mom—every page is crafted with warmth, whimsy, and care.Created with busy moms in mind—quick prompts that fit into real life, not add to your to-do list.Part meditation, part giggle—this journal blends mindfulness with lighthearted reflection.Just a few minutes a day can help you shift perspective, ease stress, and capture the joy in everyday moments.Written by a pharmacist, artist & mom, this journal is grounded in both science and soul.

Quick & Doable

Prompts that fit into busy mom life.

Mindful & Fun

A practice that feels like self-care, not another chore.

Mom/Artist Designed

Created with warmth, whimsy, and love.

Celebrate the Oops. Cherish the Yay. Give Thanks Every Day.

Your daily gratitude practice doesn’t have to be perfect—just honest. Oops, Yay, Thanks can help you discover how a few minutes of reflection can shift your whole day.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0FPM1KFYR
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published
Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 29, 2025
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 103 pages
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.5 ounces
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 – 18 years
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.24 x 9 inches
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