Or should I say "Well Balanced
Moms Are More Fun"? Let me ask
you... When was the last time
you had lunch with some girl
friends, or went on a girl's
night out? When was the last
time you went on a romantic
weekend getaway with your
spouse? If you can't remember,
we definitely have to talk.
It's so easy to fall into the
mommy guilt trap. We feel guilty
if
we take time for ourselves, so
we end up taking care of
everyone in the family but us.
It's easy to lose ourselves in
the quest to become Super Mom.
Along the way we get stressed
out and aggravated. It's
important to do something just
for us to stay balanced moms.
Here are some ways for you to
get started on your journey to
rediscover YOU.
1. Get together with some
girlfriends. One of the best
ways to rediscover yourself is
to spend some time with your
girlfriends each week. Have
lunch together, go to the movies
to watch the latest chick flick,
or plan a girl's night out every
once in a while.
If you are having a bad day,
call one of your girlfriends to
vent, or just chat. You'll be
surprised how much better you
feel and how it puts things back
in perspective that seemed like
the end of the world a few
minutes ago.
2. Spend a romantic weekend
with your spouse - anywhere but
at home. Go away for a romantic
weekend with your spouse a few
times a year. Rekindle your
passion for each other and feel
in love again, instead just
partners in dealing with the
everyday "stuff' involved in
raising kids.
3. Go on a date every week.
Get a sitter once a week and go
on a date with your significant
other. Spend some time
reconnecting with each other. If
you have an activity that you
both enjoy, take a class
together.
4. Pamper Yourself. Do
something every week to pamper
yourself. Go get a new haircut.
Visit your favorite nail salon
for a manicure, pedicure or to
get your nails done. Call your
favorite day spa and schedule a
facial. Get a massage.
If you are on a budget, pamper
yourself at home. Send Dad and
the kids to the park. Take a hot
bubble bath and paint you
toenails. Honey makes a quick
facial. Place a cloth in warm
water and apply to your face to
open the pores. Smear on honey,
and leave on for 15 to 30
minutes. Rinse off with warm
water.
Don't feel guilty about taking
time for yourself a few times a
week. Your kids will appreciate
it when they get a balanced and
fun mom in return. You will be
more relaxed, happier and
actually be able to enjoy your
family. After all, that's why
you had kids in the first place,
didn't you?
