If you’re a loving mum, it is safe to assume that you cherish your kids and will do anything to make them happy. However, no matter how much you adore your little ones, every mother deserves and needs to take some moments of breaks from their kids.
You probably juggle so many responsibilities every day and go to bed worn out, only to be woken up in the middle of the night. So there’s no need to take yourself on a guilt trip for desiring some time alone away from your kids. Do you feel stressed from mommy duties? Do you feel like you’re beginning to lose yourself?
Follow these quick tips to give yourself a break you deserve…
Try watching a show together
One of the most innovative ways to relax is to try watching your favourite shows, but even that can be difficult if you have kids around. So, instead of looking for ways to steal time away from your little ones, you can try watching your shows together.
If your choice of programs is too X-rated for your little one, try distracting them with the shows they love while watching yours. Thankfully, you don’t always need your TV set to watch your favourite programs as long as they’re available online. You can install a VPN to help increase your connection speeds so you don’t waste too much time with buffering issues. If you’re new to VPNs, Troypoint have a handy step-by-step installation guide.
Take a quick nap
If you’re raising a child, then you already know that getting 8 hours of sleep is close to impossible. The next best thing you can have are quick naps – as and when your little one wants you to.
Most parents think naps are supposed to last an hour or longer to be effective. However, 15 to 20 minutes of daytime napping is more than enough to give what your body and mind need. You can ask a trusted person for an extra pair of hands while you snooze away. Otherwise, you’ll need to time your nap time in sync with your little one.
Find the fun in it
Raising a child is more stressful than a full-time job. Only if you decide to see it as a ‘job’, though! In other words, your mindset counts a lot. Instead of waking up each morning dreading the possibility of having to serve, find ways to make the process fun.
Laughing is effective in alleviating stress. Therefore, why not play with your child and have fun times together. Kids respond to the fun stuff, after all. If you then give them the opportunity, they’ll entertain you in their adorable way. If you’re feeling stressed, find ways to make your kids entertain you – you’ve earned it!
Don’t forget your health
There is a thin line between stress and poor health. While it’s easy to forget yourself when taking care of your kids, you need to prioritise your health.
Start by making your diet as healthy as possible. If you’re very busy during the day, find more nutritious food options to snack on and rethink your drinking choices. For example, instead of reaching for that chilled bottle of sugary beverage, hydrate your body with water instead.
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