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13 Self-Care Ideas for the Busy Mom
“To the world, you are a mother, but to your family, you are the world.”
Rise and shine, Mommys! Sunday's rolled in faster than a toddler on a sugar rush. Forget the past pandemonium - today, we're all about you!
Today’s Mommy scoop:
Relaxation Revelations: Your Self-Care Sunday
Work-From-Home Wonders: Jobs with Equipment
Entrepreneur Insights: Avoiding Small Business Blunders
Yoga Mats and Bubble Baths
Empowering Self-Care Ideas for the Busy Mom
Ever worn your exhaustion like a hard-earned medal, juggling feedings, diapers, baths, and the endless laundry?
Let's be real, this marathon called motherhood can sometimes leave us feeling wiped out.
And oh, don't get me started on 'mom guilt,' that pesky voice saying we're not allowed to take a breather.
But remember, we aren't just superheroes in aprons, we're humans too!
So let's take that superhero cape off for a bit and pamper ourselves, because, darling, self-care isn't selfish - it's survival!
Here's a handy list of 13 self-care ideas just for you:
Enjoy a coffee shop morning: Swapping your home-brewed black coffee for an oat milk cappuccino at a local cafe can work wonders for your spirit.
Relaxing baths: Post-kiddo bedtime, draw yourself a warm bath. It's a date with tranquility!
Yoga: Get your zen on with an online yoga class. It's good for the body and mind.
Girl time: Nothing beats the therapeutic joy of a good chat with your girlfriends over dinner.
Pamper your hair and nails: A new hairstyle or a fresh pedicure can be a huge mood booster.
Hobbies: Find something that lights you up, from baking to photography.
Partner Massage: A massage from your partner can do wonders for relaxation.
Outdoor time: Clear your mind with a rejuvenating walk or run, absorbing the beauty of nature.
Read: Books are a great escape. Grab one and immerse yourself in a different world.
Dressing up: Even a small grooming routine can enhance your mood and productivity.
Sleeping in: Take turns with your partner to get some extra sleep on weekends.
At-home spa night: A home spa can be just as refreshing as a professional one!
Independent play for kids: Encourage your little ones to enjoy some independent play, giving you a well-deserved break.
Remember, Super Moms, it's perfectly okay, even necessary, to put your oxygen mask on first sometimes.
So, kick back and indulge in some well-deserved self-care - you're worth it!
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Passion, Profit & Pajamas
WFH: Your Job, Their Gear
What if I told you that you could add a work-from-home gig to that super-mom repertoire?
Many of us have discovered the appeal of working from home (WFH), where our office attire may or may not involve yesterday's yoga pants (no judgment here).
The thought of adding a WFH job might seem as daunting as assembling that 1000-piece Lego set your kiddo got for their birthday.
But what if companies made it easy by providing the equipment?
Sounds like a fairy tale? Well, buckle up.
Here are nine WFH roles that don't just offer flexibility but also the necessary gear:
Bookkeeping: You could channel your inner accountant, working with spreadsheets and financial documents.
A bit like managing the household budget, but with less bargaining for toys and more actual math. Companies often provide needed accounting software and even computer equipment.
Virtual Assistant: Think of it as being a pro-organizer, managing schedules, emails, and files, minus the playdate chaos.
Bonus: equipment like computers and software typically come included.
Tutoring: You're already a pro at teaching your kiddos, why not expand your audience?
Certain companies even offer lesson plans, software subscriptions, and more to get you started.
Website Testing: Like exploring digital domains and pinpointing issues? Consider this your treasure hunt!
Product Testing: Who doesn't love freebies? Get free gadgets, try them, and get paid. Feels like Christmas all year round!
Customer Service Agent: Combine your mom-level patience and communication skills to help clients.
Plus, a complete home-office setup might come with it.
Travel Agent: Design dream vacations from your living room, all while donning comfy slippers.
Search Engine Evaluator: Assist the likes of Google in refining search results. Already have a computer? You're halfway there!
Interpreters: Help clients communicate through calls and video conferencing. Most interpretation companies provide the needed gear, too.
Bonus: Start a newsletter on your cu talking about your passion. I’m currently using the Beehiiv platform and love it!
So, there you have it - jobs you can do from your living room, decked out in yoga pants, while the little one naps.
Work-life balance? Sounds like we're nailing it, ladies!
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Redefining Success: Journey of Sam Levinson
In the glittery world of entrepreneurship, we often hear about the monumental successes, rarely the bumps along the way, or the unique life lessons learned.
Enter Sam Levinson, the co-founder of Dom, an organic hand sanitizer brand that became a mid-pandemic sensation.
At its peak, Dom’s products graced the shelves of 150 stores across Canada, including Whole Foods. But, the demand for sanitizer eventually slowed, and Levinson made the bold decision to close her business.
Levinson, also a soon-to-be mommy, had her plate full. Balancing her entrepreneurial role and impending motherhood made her reflect on her family's financial future.
Juggling business finances, considering investors, and ensuring that her husband, Adam, didn't shoulder the financial burden alone became pressing concerns.
Parenthood, mortgage, life costs – it all added up, and she soon realized the importance of a stable job.
"There's a lot of shame that we had to overcome. You feel like you failed... but it's okay to be done.”
But money issues aside, Levinson's most profound realization was about herself. The relentless entrepreneur life wasn't her cup of tea.
She relished clocking in and out, not dreaming about business every night, and having the ability to shut off - a luxury seldom afforded to business owners.
While Levinson's business didn't follow the textbook definition of success, she emerged with invaluable insights.
She encourages aspiring entrepreneurs to truly envision their future lifestyle, to assess who will help grow and sustain the business, and most importantly, to understand what success really looks like to them.
Mom’s Meme 🤣
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