I'm talking to you, Super Mom

Yes, I consider myself a super mom. I don't mean to be vain when I say that. My "power" comes from God, because without Him, I would not be able to handle all the responsibilities of a stay at home mom and wife. Between taking care of three kids, a traveling husband, the photography business and keeping up with the housework, there is rarely time for fun or let alone, going to the bathroom by myself.

A few years ago when the twins weren't as independent, life was tough. It was frustrating trying to go anywhere with all three of them, plus I was still new at the whole "stay at home mom" gig. Anytime I had time to do something or if my husband gave me a "day off", I was so exhausted, I didn't want to do anything for myself. Now that I have some experience under my belt and a tighter routine, it's easier to plan "me time".


As women and the primary caregivers of our families, we need to find time for ourselves every once in a while. I love to workout, so I try to make it to a yoga or Zumba class a couple times a week. With only one income, it's a low cost way to get my zen on or shake my groove thang. Quite frankly, it's not just something fun, it's survival. If I didn't get that time to myself, I would be a grumpy mess. My husband truly lives by the adage "Happy wife; happy life".

It doesn't matter if you are a working mom, single mom or stay at home mom, you should be celebrated! You grew a person inside of you. Some of us grew two or three (or more) at the same time. Find time for yourself and make it count! Here are a couple things you should schedule for yourself this month:

• Mani or Pedi (or both. I do mine at home)
• Get a massage
• Get a haircut 
• Take a 30 minute walk.... alone
• Take a bubble bath
• Download or buy a new book. Too expensive? Check one out from your local library

Get out there Super Mom, and work it, girl!

Have a good idea? Share it! I'd love to hear how you make time for yourself. Perhaps you will inspire someone today :)

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always,

astreia