5 Great Things Moms Can Do to Get Some Me Time

Being a mom is the most wonderful thing. But no one ever said it was easy. It’s difficult, hectic, stressful, and sometimes you just want a bit of an escape. Yet you probably feel awful for even thinking like this. The truth is, taking a bit of time out for yourself is one of the best things you can do. You are, after all, still you. So much more than just mom. Whether you want to take some time to relax, or have some fun, you deserve it.

Find a New Hobby

Having a hobby is a great way to relax and unwind. Some great hobbies to try are:

· Drawing or painting

· Photography

· Blogging

· Baking or cooking

· Web design

· Coloring

· Jewelry making

· Knitting

· Crafting

A hobby can be a big investment of your time, like blogging, or something simple. Coloring in is rather popular at the moment, people claim it’s incredibly relaxing and even therapeutic. Adult coloring in books are readily available in many different styles.

Learn Something New

There are many online courses available if you fancy furthering your education, from skills based courses, to online masters degrees such as an online MBA from the University of Maryland. Some courses may just satisfy a desire to learn, whereas others, like the online masters in business administration could potentially lead to an exciting new career or even give you the skills you need to open your own business one day.

Exercise

Exercise is a great way to keep fit and healthy, take some time to think and process, and to ensure you feel great. There’s no confidence or mood booster quite like it. Going for a run or a swim is a brilliant way of taking some time out and doing something for yourself. If you could make it a regular thing, even better. Set yourself small goals and celebrate when you meet them. If you don’t get much chance to get out of the house without the kids, YouTube offers a magnitude of different fitness videos you could try.

Catch Up with Friends

It’s easy to lose touch with friends once you have a family. Spending some time with friends, away from the kids, is one of the best ways to feel like your old self again. If you can get away for a night, go for a proper girl’s night out. If not, invite them round for a takeaway and a bottle of wine. A good catch up might be just what you need. 

Treat Yourself

As a mother, you deserve a nice treat. How often, now you are a parent, do you buy yourself something nice? A new outfit, a book or DVD you fancy, or some supplies to give yourself a pamper night? Anything that’s just for you can make you feel special again.



A bit of me time, and a chance to do something for yourself, will make you a better, more relaxed mom. A bit of time out often makes us truly appreciate what we’ve got. So, don’t feel guilty!

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Logging Off from Facebook

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Ever since I have been a member of Facebook, I got hooked to it. Initially, I used as a gaming platform because it was entertaining and it relieved my stress. I seldom sign off from Facebook since I joined and only on rare occasions that I temporarily went on hiatus because I was on vacation or probably there was no connection. So you can say, I live, breathe and have Facebook for breakfast, lunch and supper.

It is strange that I don't feel as enthusiastic as I was with this social platform. Oh, don't get me wrong. That is the common ground for me to catch up with family and friends. It is just that, these days, my time and energy spent in Facebook is getting lesser and lesser which I think and feel is a positive thing.

Today, I decided not to check my FB account. I want to enjoy my weekend like I did pre-Facebook time. Although it is just a few, short days, I think this is the right opportunity for me to do other things aside from checking my FB.

I can do my crafts, read a new book, exercise and just have a fulfilling rest and relaxation with my family here. It is not often that I stay away from the social media but I guess, as you get older, other things seem to matter most now like that actual time that you have to use it for something you have been pending to do, or actually go out and smell the flowers, run at the park, walk my dog, learn a new language and so much more.

This weekend, I am completely off Facebook and I am starting to like that idea. I may just do this every weekend then. So, don't be surprised if I didn't read your status nor liked it nor even shared a wonderful picture you have posted. I am just taking this off from FB to focus on ME.

It's Flu Season Again

The season is changing and we are bracing ourselves health wise because it is flu season once again. Just the other day, I was sneezing my lungs out. Today in the office, my colleagues are sneezing and coughing, one is even experiencing the progression of flu. And when I came home, my daughter is sneezing like crazy.

I definitely know what to do when the weather change. Here are tips my family follow to keep the flu at bay and be fit enough to get through the seasonal transition:

1. Drink plenty of water and fruit juices
2. Eat fresh fruits especially those high in Vit. C and vegetables
3. Take daily supplements of multi-vitamins
4. Regular exercise
5. Wear warm clothing
6. Sip green tea
7. Have plenty of sleep
8. Have inoculation for flu/influenza

Keep yourself and family healthy and build your immune system especially this time of the year when the cold season is approaching.