Every mom deserves a break, and if your like me – you don't have the time to go anywhere special! Sometimes even these things are asking for to much, at least until the kids are in break! However, as mom's we need to realize that “us” time is NOT selfish – we NEED to re-build our “charge” much like you do a reusable battery! Pampering replenishes us to “fight another day!”
Here are a couple of idea's you CAN do right in your own home to “pamper yourself!” You deserve it and they can help give any mom a recharge – they have worked for me – they can work for you!
Listen to your favorite music - When was the last time you bought yourself a new CD? Whether it be one of your favorite artist's or maybe something “calming”? The cool thing about music is that you can listen to it in the car, house or anywhere these days – and I have found that when I am “singing” along it makes me calm down and relax no matter what else is going on, sometimes I have to make myself do it but – it's worth it! So why not give it a try – throw the baby in a baby carrier, or grab the kids by the hand and - turn up the volume and dance, sing, and smile!
Light some candles - Gather a few scented candles and light them for a nice soothing effect. (However, with candles – be sure to place them up high, and away from little fingers!) It's nice to keep a few of the scents you like best on hand so no matter when you need a little “pick me up” you have your favorites. Not only does it help you relax but it also makes the house smell great!
Bubble or salt bath - Fill that bath tub all the way up with some HOT water, squirt in some nice-smelling bubble bath (or add in some bath salts) and bury yourself. (You can also
make your own!) Maybe even add some candles and turn off the lights, grab your favorite book, and shut out the world or turn on the radio and get singing! Scents like lavender, mint and vanilla contribute a calming aroma, and can be bought so you can just add the scent to the water and not some kind of bubble bath, if your allergic or get yeast infections.
Rose petal soak - Instead of using bubble bath or bath salts, drop some rose petals in your water just before you get ready to soak. Rose petals are a fun, different way to feel “pretty” everyone thinks of roses as such a “special” flower that when your laying in a tub full of hot water and pretty flowers, you just feel pretty – and smell it too!
Rose petal foot soak - Soak your feet for ten to twenty minutes (depending on time) in warm water with rose petals. The smell from the rose petals will have a nice calming effect on you and the foot soak is sure to be a treat for mom’s tired feet. Add a tiny bit of foot lotion, and you got yourself a great smelling foot replenishing treat!
Manicure and pedicure - What mom doesn’t deserve a nice pampering manicure and pedicure? Ask a girl friend to go with you and make a day of it, grab lunch or even coffee and get your nails (and toes – if you have time) done! What a fun way to reconnect. (Bonus: what a great way for daddy to feel like you “trust” him to be alone with the baby, and to create daddy/baby time!) However, if you are unable to afford to go out, why not stay in? Invite a girlfriend (or two) and take turns pampering each other. While leaving the kids to the daddies – or letting the daddies hang out with the kids in one of your houses and you taking the other house to do your “alone” thing.
Save face – Your face deserves it! Go buy an inexpensive tube of facial mask and soothing cream (or you can
make your own). Then give yourself a facial while relaxing in the tub or soaking your feet in a rose petal foot soak. It will make your face look great, while being very relaxing!
Mother-daughter pampering - All moms need special pampering, but don’t forget to include your daughters from time to time. If you have a younger daughter, use some of these pampering tips we’ve provided for a fun mother-daughter night. Take turns giving each other facials and manicures, rubbing lotion on your feet or combing your hair. If you have an older daughter, save and plan for a special mother-daughter pampering day at the spa.
Often times us mom's do not remember that we need time to replenish our batteries – we go and go and go like the energizer bunny, never realizing that we are draining ourselves! Only to end up sick, tired and drained! We need to replenish ourselves. So don't feel guilty, indulge a little bit, and actually enjoy it – you deserve it!
Posted by: Jenn of All Natural Mommies