Taking Care Of Your Mental Health As a Mom

Mothers take on so many roles in the house. From being the chef, the house cleaner, the driver, sometimes the ultimate judge. All these things can be draining and might affect your mental health.

You can take care of yourself and still be a great parent. Below are ways you can achieve that. 

1) Take some time to unwind.

In our bid to become good mothers, it is important to remember that we are humans, and we also need to take care of ourselves. Just because you are taking care of a family doesn't mean you have to carry the weight of the family on your shoulders 24/7. Take time to rest. Apart from your nightly rest, it is advisable that you nap during the day. Find a time that doesn't clash with any of your other responsibilities. You should also dedicate at least one day when you go out with friends and unplug. Do the things you love, watch your favorite shows. Just because you have a family doesn't mean you neglect your well-being. 

2) Talk about your feelings

We often keep things bottled up till they are unbearable. You should have someone you talk about your feelings to. It might be your husband or your therapist. Someone to whom you can express your emotions without fear of being judged. Keeping them in will lead to a negative outcome. You will unconsciously start lashing out at those around you.

3) Look after yourself.

Self-care might be a day at the spa or a day watching your favorite TV show. Or it might simply just be avoiding things that cause you stress. Make sure you also take care of yourself. The truth is that you can't be a good mother if you are falling apart. 

4) Limit your screen time.

Too much time in the digital world can be draining. Allow yourself to disconnect from your phone and focus on your surroundings. Turning off your devices is a great way to help refresh your mind and reconnect with yourself.

5) exercise

As a parent, it is important to exercise for your physical and mental well-being. The simplest way to fit in physical activity is to sneak light exercise into your daily activities. If you have the time, you can go to the gym two to three times a week.

But if you can't, here are a few easy exercises you can do. 

• Go for a walk in the park or around the neighborhood.
• Have a game of tag with your kids.
• Throw a dance party with your children.

Instead of taking the elevator, take the stairs. 

By establishing this wellness tips every day, you’ll naturally create more time for rest and relaxation and also take care of yourself. From taking time to rest to exercising, they are all important for your well-being.