Mothers are essential in their children’s lives, especially at an early age. Do you remember making dozens of cupcakes late at night for a school party early in the morning? How about that time when you had to do over an entire math session with your 5th grader? We’re sure you didn’t forget all those occasions when kiddos stuffed their toys in the toilet.
The point is-moms are incredibly hard-working, and they sometimes forget about themselves. Well, the truth is that no mommy should do that. If mom’s not happy, no one’s happy, so put yourself on your to-do list as soon as possible. We have an idea. Start with a divine massage, and below are the reasons scientists agreed with.
Prevent burning out. It would help if you spoiled yourself from time to time.
According to a 2018 research on parental burnout crisis in the United States, 60% out of 2000 parents experienced burnout at some point. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a stay-at-home mom or a working mom; stress levels are the same.
Another study showed that most parents who feel exhausted also go through a rough phase of feeling distant from their kids and ineffective as parents. You don’t want that. If a couple of hours per week can prevent all the trouble, then better hit the spa right away.
Why are massages beneficial?
First of all, let’s make this clear. You don’t even have to go to the spa. That was just an example. Today, massage is offered in clinics, salons, hospitals, even airports. Pick one place that is the closest to you, and lose yourself in a massage therapy session.
Massage will reduce stress, increase relaxation, reduce muscle soreness and tension, improve circulation and energy, lower heart rate, and improve immune function. In the end, you are going to be a happy, healthy, energetic mom ready to spend some quality time with her kids.
Don’t forget hormones.
Did you know that the stress hormone is called cortisol? Well, massage decreases it and increases serotonin and dopamine instead. The last two are happy hormones.
That basically means that your body will feel a lot better on its own. Your mind will follow. Enjoy!
It’s not that expensive.
We get it, going once a week to a luxury beauty salon might be too pricey. That’s fine. How about calling a local massage therapy school? Maybe you can get an appointment with a trainee.
After all, maybe your husband could take up massage classes. Suggest it, make a hint, remember that massaging is also a great way of bonding. Don’t forget that self-care is essential if you want to take proper care of someone else. A sweet bonus is that there are plenty of massages to choose from Shiatsu, Swedish, Hot Stone, Aromatherapy massage, and even a couple’s massage.
Begin with some other self-care practices as well
Have you ever thought of taking yoga classes or meditating? Make sure to get a manicure and pedicure. It gives magical results when it comes to feeling better. We have to point out to the significant other once again.
Just because you have kids doesn’t mean that you can’t date anymore. Shower each other with love and affection, and it will bring you immense joy. Another piece of advice: don’t forget your friends. How about you catch up with your friend after that massage appointment? Go, grab some coffee, enjoy the sunlight, share your thought. Every mom needs that. Keep in mind that mothers deserve breaks more than anyone else. Give yourself one!
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