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"Self-Care for Moms - 100 Things"

by YoungMommies.com

You may have heard the expression "If momma ain't happy, ain't nobody happy", but you may not have realized how true this funny little saying can be. As the heads of many households, mothers hold the family together by their care and organizational skills. Often, we play a key role in the lives of all other members of the household. And before we give to others, we need to make sure we are recharging our own batteries and giving to ourselves. Sometimes, when mothers miss out on this important part of their job, they can experience stress or even burn-out. It's crucial to take some "you time" if you are a mom of a busy young family. Here are some suggestions of self-care activities to pursue. Think about whether or not you find these activities enjoyable and/or rewarding, and make your own list of activities that refresh your mind, body, and spirit.

1. Eating something sweet.
2. Deep breathing.
3. Scrapbooking.
4. Sex.
5. Making cute things.
6. Reading fiction.
7. Playing with my kids.
8. Writing.
9. Writing in my journal.
10. Singing.
11. Yoga.
12. Spinning.
13. Laughing.
14. Hangin' with Friends.
15. Watching a Movie
16. Listening to music.
17. Playing a computer game.
18. Playing a board game.
19. Getting a helpful massage.
20. Getting a relaxing massage.
21. Doing the laundry.
22. Driving.
23. Web design.
24. E-mail discussion groups.
25. Posting online.
26. Talking on the phone.
27. Sleeping in.
28. Smelling flowers.
29. Taking a nice long shower.
30. Cooking.
31. Baking.
32. Organizing things.
33. Cross-stitching.
34. Sitting with heat packs.
35. Stretching.
36. Drinking a glass of water.
37. Eating a fruit.
38. Eating something delicious.
39. Smelling a nice scent.
40. Taking care of someone.
41. Helping someone.
42. A fast-moving amusement park ride.
43. Swimming.
44. Walking.
45. Jogging.
46. Shopping.
47. Planning.
48. Hugging and being hugged.
49. Looking forward to something.
50. Going on a date.
51. Daydreaming.
52. Meditating.
53. Listening to music.
54. Sitting in a hot tub.
55. Flipping through a magazine.
56. Composing.
57. Having neat ideas.
58. Sipping hot chocolate and whipped cream.
59. Getting something nice in the mail.
60. Watching TV.
61. Doing my job.
62. Reading non-fiction.
63. Making lists.
64. Playing Bingo.
65. Drinking good coffee.
66. Seeing something beautiful.
67. Kissing and being kissed.
68. Making blinkies.
69. Walking outside.
70. Warming up by the fireside.
71. Knitting.
72. Watching rain fall.
73. Thinking of a happy place.
74. Dancing.
75. Doing my nails.
76. Finding a solution to a problem.
77. Playing with modelling clay.
78. Finger-painting.
79. Making funny faces.
80. Listening to a comedian.
81. Reading a comic.
82. Playing a video game.
83. Seeing the ocean.
84. Eating a home-cooked meal.
85. Decorating.
86. Playing a musical instrument.
87. Being part of a team.
88. Flying in an airplane.
89. Playing pool.
90. Praying.
91. Looking at home videos.
92. Taking pictures.
93. Walking a pet.
94. Cuddling up with someone.
95. Having a cup of tea.
96. Looking at artwork.
97. Star-gazing.
98. A stimulating discussion.
99. Winning at something.
100. Doing absolutely nothing.

Bio of Author: * This article is © YoungMommies.com 2007 and may be printed without the author's permission for personal use only. It may not be distributed, modified, or sold. * The author is Kris Cormier, webmaster/founder/owner of www.YoungMommies.com. * Kris is a young mom of 2 who resides in Ottawa, ON. She has her B.A.honours Psychology, B.A. Women's Studies, and works in the field of counselling. She has been running YM since 1999.

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