22 Photos of Moms Celebrating Their "First Day of Freedom" After Their Kids Go to School

The first day of a new school year is an exciting time for kids — it's a fresh start with a new teacher in a new grade, and they get to go back to seeing their friends every day. But saying goodbye to Summer is always a tough one . . . unless you're the mom of a school-age child, then it's the most wonderful time of the year (take that, holiday season). From getting your ability to finish a cup of coffee or pee in peace back to being able to finish one coherent thought without being interrupted by a "Moooooooom!," there are so many reasons to celebrate the first day of school — or as the below mamas like to brand it: "Mom's First Day of Freedom."

All of these moms are jumping for joy and sipping their beverages of choice in honor of the first day of the school year, and just seeing their happiness will make you want to scream, "Cheers!" Happy new school year, mamas.

01
Malibu Dreamin'
Meghan Oeser

Malibu Dreamin'

This mom celebrated her first day of freedom with a straw inside a bottle of Malibu.

02
Yes Way, Rosé
Ashley

Yes Way, Rosé

Yes Way, Rosé was this mama's first day drink of choice. Cheers!

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Mom's First Day Back to Sanity
Modern Mom Life
Mallory Kee Photography

Mom's First Day Back to Sanity

Thank god it's the first day of Kindergarten!

04
Confetti Poppers
Jessica Lovelady

Confetti Poppers

This mom wants to be an "adult" when she grows up, and same.

05
Wine Down
Allison Loesch

Wine Down

This mom can't wait to catch up on her DVR while her kids are in school.

06
Poppin' Champagne
Robin Meyers

Poppin' Champagne

Pop, fizz, sip!

08
Mom's First Day ALONE!
Robin Myers

Mom's First Day ALONE!

Silence is a glorious thing.

09
Camp Mom
Jena Willingham

Camp Mom

Once the kids go back to school, Camp Mom begins.

10
Raise the Champagne!
Emily | Red Barn Dreams

Raise the Champagne!

Woot, woot!

11
Backyard Lounging
Stephanie Ann

Backyard Lounging

For the first time in month's mom can sit back and actually relax.

12
Floating Away
Kelly

Floating Away

From the hours of 9 to 3, this mom is letting her worries float away.

13
Dream Big
Nikki B

Dream Big

This mom can't wait to watch adult TV shows and use the bathroom alone.

14
Mom's First Day Of . . .
Chris Belin

Mom's First Day Of . . .

"Peeing alone, sitting down for lunch, listening to rap with curse words, and finishing a complete thought." Sounds like heaven!

15
Bye, Felicia!
Happy Acres Photography

Bye, Felicia!

We're digging this mama's relaxation outfit.

16
Sip, Sip, Nap
Etsy | ChalkingItUpBoards

Sip, Sip, Nap

This mom can't wait to enjoy the peace and quiet during school hours.

17
Sayonara, Kids!
Kelly

Sayonara, Kids!

The looks on these boys' faces say it all!

18
Bye, Kiddo!
Modern Mom Life
Mallory Kee Photography

Bye, Kiddo!

Wave that bus goodbye, mama.

19
Cheers!
Julie Countryman

Cheers!

To the first day of school and a looooong year ahead.

20
Mom's School Year
Instagram | thetotsandme

Mom's School Year

This mom is going to spend her freedom learning "to adult" and "pooping alone."

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9 More Years . . .
Focused on You Photography

9 More Years . . .

This mom isn't going to let up with the photos as long as her son's in school!