How as moms do you get any "me" time?

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Permalink Reply by Lesley P on August 12, 2009 at 6:38am

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Permalink Reply by SaVonni Yestanti on August 18, 2009 at 4:19pm

I have that challenge every now and again. But what really works best for me is scheduling that "me" time. I put my son down at least an hour before I go to bed, so I can relax my thoughts and go over how my day went and I usually get up several hours ahead of him to have "quiet time", workout time and general self care time.

Another act I've taken is by enrolling him into My Gym and oooohhhhhh lady! All I can say is, "Thank You Jesus!" LOL... My son gets to have REALLY good learning and play time and they have "Parent's Night Out" to boot. That's where you and your lucky other half can actually go out and have "we" time, while your kid gets to rip and run with other energetic children....or you can always get a lil self time there too! I'd check into it!

Savvy

P.S.... I should mention that I've had to learn to master the art of not having "guilt trips" because I want time to myself...LOL. The way I figure it is my son plays by himself at times and he ain't in there crying when he's checking out different "car" options, so why should I be whining when I have different "spa" options? LOL. My better half isn't whining with his "boys" when he gets to be free, so neither should I be.

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Permalink Reply by Victoria Vallejos on August 18, 2009 at 7:21pm

I find in my crazy household the most consistent way for me to get time to myself is to stay up after everyone else is in bed. I am a night owl anyway and it is my chance to read, do some writing, watch a tv show... that kind of stuff. Otherwise if it is in the middle of a weekend day I occasionally say I have some errands to run and then I may treat myself to a coffee, or salad, or walk around a mall (not shopping, I am not a shopper) I don't know what your hobbies are but that could work. As far as finding time to myself with friends?... thats another story I have yet to have a friend whos schedule matches with mine when we are in deep need of alone time together.

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Permalink Reply by Patrice Blakemore on August 20, 2009 at 8:11am

That is too funny. I love your suggestions and everyone else who has replied. You all put a smile on my face. Thanks for the input.
Patrice

SaVonni Yestanti said:

I have that challenge every now and again. But what really works best for me is scheduling that "me" time. I put my son down at least an hour before I go to bed, so I can relax my thoughts and go over how my day went and I usually get up several hours ahead of him to have "quiet time", workout time and general self care time.

Another act I've taken is by enrolling him into My Gym and oooohhhhhh lady! All I can say is, "Thank You Jesus!" LOL... My son gets to have REALLY good learning and play time and they have "Parent's Night Out" to boot. That's where you and your lucky other half can actually go out and have "we" time, while your kid gets to rip and run with other energetic children....or you can always get a lil self time there too! I'd check into it!

Savvy

P.S.... I should mention that I've had to learn to master the art of not having "guilt trips" because I want time to myself...LOL. The way I figure it is my son plays by himself at times and he ain't in there crying when he's checking out different "car" options, so why should I be whining when I have different "spa" options? LOL. My better half isn't whining with his "boys" when he gets to be free, so neither should I be.

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Permalink Reply by Martha Scully on August 20, 2009 at 10:18am

Some people willl hire an occasional babysitter to help with the 'me-time' or 'couple-time' issues. We have lots of parents on CanadianSitter.ca that are registered just to find a few unviersity-age girls that they can call upon when they need a break, or a night out. A sitter can come over for a few hours while you go out to the gym, run some errands, etc, or every 2nd Saturday for a 'date-night'.

Good luck girls! Me-time is great when you can grab it, but be sure to appreciate the time with your family!

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Permalink Reply by Kristie on August 20, 2009 at 10:27am

I belonged to a wine group before I met my husband. Our group has now been together for 13 years! That is an easy way to get "me" time because it is a set event. I also usually make plans with girlfriends once a month for a dinner. So I guess my suggestion would be to make a plan on put it on the calendar! Find something you are interested in .... books, knitting, movies, dining, wine....

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Permalink Reply by claudia on August 20, 2009 at 12:29pm

hahaha ... how funny i just blogged about this ... i am struggling with this at this very moment. and even though i am on the computer right now that seems to be the only thing i can do .. My children know that mommy does the compture thing every day for 10 mins at a time a few times a day .. but that is how i keep in contact witha few people and business. i am hoping to get to a point were i can find time for my "personal to do list"

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Permalink Reply by Ashley Dawn Gaede on August 21, 2009 at 7:36am

Ugh I would kill for some me time. I would be happy with a shower to myself or even running to the store without the little one. I would be in and out so much quicker!!! But it's always some kind of excuse lol. "You are better at it than me, he is gonna cry if you leave him here, My feet hurt, I'm sore, I have been working< I have other things to do" the excuses go on and on lol. Then he wonders why Im not going back to work ha ha!!

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Permalink Reply by Patrice Blakemore on August 28, 2009 at 10:02am

That does sound challenging. I have gotten better, but I remember when my children were younger and clinging to my hips. Then I had a friend to say, it's not "I can't," its "How can I?" Little by little, it changed the way I did things. I still have to remind myself of that when roadblocks come my way.

Ashley Dawn Gaede said:

Ugh I would kill for some me time. I would be happy with a shower to myself or even running to the store without the little one. I would be in and out so much quicker!!! But it's always some kind of excuse lol. "You are better at it than me, he is gonna cry if you leave him here, My feet hurt, I'm sore, I have been working< I have other things to do" the excuses go on and on lol. Then he wonders why Im not going back to work ha ha!!

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Permalink Reply by Patty Reiser on August 28, 2009 at 2:41pm

Several years ago I learned the importance of taking care of me first. I know some may think I am being selfish, but I know that if I don't take care of me, than I won't be able to take care of myself. I must admit that it is easier now to find me time now that my youngest is in 1st grade. Just yesterday I had my haircut appt and was treated to a mini-facial as well. It is small things like this that keep me going.

Wishing you a scent-sational day!
Patty

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Permalink Reply by Jessica Misak on August 28, 2009 at 2:47pm

I don't! I guess I feel guilty for even wanting it! (What is wrong w/me?) hmmm...

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Permalink Reply by Patrice Blakemore on August 28, 2009 at 4:43pm

No one can do guilt better than mothers. As much as we do for everyone else. And we still feel guilty. We should coin a "guilt-free" day!

Patrice

Jessica Misak said:

I don't! I guess I feel guilty for even wanting it! (What is wrong w/me?) hmmm...

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