The Mommymoon

Sometimes, we just need a break. A long, long, break. Life can be overwhelming at times, with dance practice, gymnastics, the daycare shuffle, work, the gym, dinner, laundry, and oh yeah, sleep. Sometimes, I wish that I could put a pause button on everything, and take a time out. I've written about this before (Mommies At Play: Mommy Needs A Moment), and life has recently shown me that we Mommies deserve to take some time for ourselves. I've always felt that I've been a better mother when I take even a 5 minute break out for myself, in order to be able to give my whole self to my family. So my new plan? A Mommymoon! This may not be a new concept, but it's new to me. As much as I hate leaving my baby girl, a small, one night break is needed. Massage: mandatory. Dinner for 1? Yes please! This will be a rare outing, but one that will allow me to relax and recharge.

Have you ever taken a Mommymoon? Even if just for an afternoon, what do you do with your free time? Hope to hear your ideas!

Tags: motherhood, relax, timeout

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Comment by Nicole Aikins on February 6, 2012 at 11:56am: Tria, I hope you had a great time! Every Mommy deserves a break!!!

Comment by Tria Karamanos Deibert on January 31, 2012 at 9:58am: Love This!!! I am going to use my gift certificate for a hot stone massage this weekend and enjoy my MommyMoon!

Comment by Nicole Aikins on October 24, 2011 at 4:01pm: Ladies - thank you for the great feedback and ideas! It was really hard the first 'break' I took, but I realized that I came back such a better Mommy. It's so important for us moms to take a break for ourselves, as we work so hard to make sure that our family and households are running smoothly.

Comment by Alix Hayes on October 20, 2011 at 2:24pm: i just booked a nite @ mohegan sun w/a friend who's also pregnant -- we're going in 3 weeks! can't wait for a mani/pedi, massage, a little gambling, and SLEEPING in!! great idea! i'm leaving the baby with the husband for the first time ever for more than 24-hrs. much overdue. :)

Comment by Sheila Hill on October 19, 2011 at 3:28pm: My favorite Mommymoon is one where I schedule a haircut, mani/pedi, and a massage. Somewhere in between I stop for a white chocolate mocha at Starbucks. When I arrive home after my day of indulgence, I am so refreshed and ready to take on any parenting challenge! Enjoy your Mommymoon...you deserve it!!

Comment by Chrissy MacCarrick on October 18, 2011 at 9:39am: Making time for yourself is so important. I always say, "If Mommy's not happy, nobody's happy." It's so true! Whether it's a quick mid-day manicure, or a whole day of shopping alone....you need to find time for yourself! Great for you for recognizing the importance of this and talking about it!