Natural Parenting: Motherhood and Balance
by Lauren Nastasi
Motherhood and balance seem like two opposite ideas. As a mother of a toddler, I know how hard it is to take time for yourself. I’ve found some balance by letting myself indulge in “me” once in awhile. This means once a month, I leave my daughter with my husband and I either get a massage, a manicure, pedicure, hair cut, facial or I will take a yoga class.
We all need our cup filled, whatever way that may be. Sometimes taking a few minutes to read a chapter of a non children’s book helps, or when (if) my daughter naps, I will journal or meditate. Even enjoying a simple cup of tea fills my soul.
I use to feel guilty doing these things but now I know how important it is and taking time for myself makes me a better mother/wife/sister/daughter/friend.
When you have children, it’s easy to forget ourselves, but when we allow ourselves to relax, we shine!
Happy Mother’s Day!
About Lauren Nastasi
Lauren Nastasi lives and loves in NJ with her husband, two year old daughter and two pugs. She blogs about her healing journey at GingerIsTheNewPink.blogspot.com.