The Baby and Toddler Guide

Mommy Time

A mother’s busy schedule does not always allow enough time for herself. Just as we schedule time to take the kids to daycare, school, children’s activities, and Doctors appointments it’s important to schedule time for ourselves. Not only is this necessary for our health and wellbeing, it is also important for the quality care that you are providing your children.

If we are not looking after ourselves then it will reflect on our mood and temperament. In other words our children pay for it, with our lack of patience, attention, frustration and short tempers.

If practiced regularly, it doesn’t take much time to benefit from these simple pleasures. Indulge in yourself.

Tips:

Wake up 30 minutes to an hour earlier then you usually do. Use this Mommy time to do some morning stretching, exercises & read an inspirational book.
Take two 10 - 15 minute breaks in the day to enjoy a nice calming cup of tea.
Siesta time is key to rejuvenation. Take the opportunity to nap when your child naps. A 15 minute nap can make a big difference, your chores can wait.
After the children have gone to bed, take a nice soothing bath. Don’t forget to use your favourite bath salts, light the candles, and play some nice relaxing music.
Schedule some “Me time”, when you can do the things that you love to do or always wanted to try. How about a massage, reflexology treatment, facial, or a day at the spa. Find a place where you will have no interruptions and read a book, go for a walk, take a course that interests you, or get together with some friends.

The meaning of Pamper is “to treat with extreme or excessive care and attention”. Remember it’s just as important to care for ourselves as we do our loved ones. To love oneself is important in achieving true happiness & harmony with others.

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