Let me ask you…when was the last time you had lunch with some girl friends? How about a girl’s night out? Or when was the last time you went on a romantic weekend getaway with your spouse? If you can’t remember, we definitely have to talk!
The Department of Labor released 12 stats about working women and it shared some very noteworthy statistics about women in the workforce.
For example, there are 74.6 million in the civilian workforce. And, almost 47 percent of U.S. workers are women.
It’s no wonder we’re tired!
How To Be A Well-Balanced Working Mom
It’s so easy to fall into the mom guilt trap. We feel guilty if we take time for ourselves, so we end up taking care of everyone in the family but us. It’s easy to lose ourselves in the quest to become SuperMom. Along the way we get stressed out and aggravated. So it’s important to do something just for us to stay a well-balanced working mom.
Here are some ways for you to get started on your journey to rediscover YOU.
#1 Get Together With Some Girlfriends.
One of the best ways to rediscover yourself is to spend some time with your girlfriends each week. Have lunch together, go to the movies to watch the latest chick flick, or plan a girl’s night out every once in a while.
You just might have a great time and a good laugh – like the time I took 2 purses when I had a date with my girlfriends. That night went down in the “mom stories” book for sure!
If you are having a bad day, call one of your girlfriends to vent, or just chat. You’ll be surprised how much better you feel and how it puts things back in perspective that seemed like the end of the world a few minutes ago. You might also realize that you are not alone!
#2 Spend a Romantic Weekend With Your Spouse – Anywhere But at Home.
Make arrangements for the kids and go away for a romantic weekend with your spouse a few times a year. Rekindle your passion for each other and feel in love again, instead of just partners in dealing with the everyday “stuff’ involved in raising kids.
Go on a date every week. Get a sitter once a week and go on a date with your significant other. Spend some time reconnecting with each other. If you have an activity that you both enjoy, take a class together.
#3 Pamper Yourself.
Do something every week to pamper yourself. Go get a new haircut. Visit your favorite nail saloon for a manicure, pedicure or to get your nails done. Call your favorite day spa and schedule a facial. Or get a massage.
If you’re on a budget, pamper yourself at home. Send Dad and the kids to the park. Take a hot bubble bath and paint your toenails. Honey makes a quick facial. Place a cloth in warm water and apply to your face to open the pores. Smear on honey, and leave on for 15 to 30 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
#4 Challenge Yourself.
Challenge yourself to intentionally care for yourself. I recently published a 12-day wellness challenge to help working moms put their self-care needs first (for a change).
You can read all about it – even do the challenge – in my post 12-Day Wellness Challenge For Working Moms.
Wrapping Up The 4 Well-Balanced Working Mom Tips
Don’t feel guilty about taking time for yourself a few times a week. Your kids will appreciate it when they get a balanced and fun working mom in return. And you will be more relaxed, happier and actually be able to enjoy your family.
I love all of these tips! Especially number 3. Who doesn’t love to be pampered!
I love this! It’s so hard to do it all but have a good balance as a mom.
I agree, it’s so important for moms to remember to take time out for themselves. I’ve been both a working mom and a stay at home mom, and either way it’s easy to forget to plan a date night or time with friends to get that life balance that renews you.