☕ National Coffee Week: A Little Love Letter to Busy Parents & Carers Everywhere ☕

Written by: Jess Henley

Owner & Director of Boom Magazine, and Iced Coffee Loving Mum

Date: October 14th - 20th

Let’s face it—if parenthood came with a mascot, it might just be a cup of coffee/tea. This week on National Coffee Week, we’re raising our mugs (and travel mugs) to the powerhouse that keeps so many parents & carers going: coffee.

Between school runs, packed lunches, laundry mountains, and work meetings, most mums don’t get to sit and sip their coffee slowly (or hot). More often, it’s reheated three times, left forgotten on a windowsill, or consumed standing up while wiping down the kitchen counter. Sound familiar?

But today, let’s take a moment—however brief—to really savour that brew. Whether you’re a flat white kind of person, a loyal instant drinker, a devotee of the iced coffee or maybe just a cuppa, this day is for you.

☕ 5 Ways Busy Parents & Carers Can Celebrate National Coffee Week:

1. Treat Yourself to the Good Coffee

Today’s not the day for the emergency instant sachet (unless that’s your jam—no judgment here). Grab your favourite beans or swing by your go-to café and order your favourite drink. Bonus points if you drink it hot.

2. Create a 10-Minute “Coffee Break”

Block off ten minutes. Yes, just ten. Put your feet up, ignore the dishes, and enjoy your coffee with no interruptions (or noise-cancelling headphones if needed). It’s your moment. Bonus points if you can get someone to watch the kiddies for 10 minutes too.

3. Coffee & Connection

Text another parent and invite them for a spontaneous coffee catch-up, even if it’s just a voice note shared over a shared caffeine break. You’re not alone in the whirlwind of parenthood—and coffee is often the common thread that holds us together.

4. Try Something New

Haven’t tried cold brew? Curious about mushroom coffee or a Iced lattes? Today’s the perfect excuse to explore something new in the world of coffee—because sometimes, a little variety makes all the difference.

5. Make It Cozy

If you’ve got a few quiet minutes before the chaos starts, light a candle, grab a throw blanket, and make your coffee moment a little sanctuary. It’s not indulgence—it’s self-preservation.

💬 Real Talk:

Coffee doesn’t just give us energy—it gives us a rhythm. It’s often the first quiet moment before the day roars to life. It’s the anchor between school drop-offs and spreadsheets. And sometimes, it’s just the thing that helps us keep our cool when the toddler is finger-painting the dog.

So today, on National Coffee Day, let’s not just celebrate coffee. Let’s celebrate you, the parent making it all happen—one sip at a time.

Here’s to warm mugs, strong brews, and even stronger parents & carers. ☕❤️