NCT warns that some parents might feel guilty about relaxing and “sitting around and doing nothing.”
There is nothing wrong with taking a breather and not multitasking. You can simply… exist for a little while.
“Now is a crucial and irreplaceable time to bond with your baby. So enjoy gazing at them, feeling them grab your finger and lay there stroking their face. Don’t feel guilty.”
#23 Life Before Kids Was Wild. Life After Kids Is Wilder - Just In A Completely Different Way
After kids: life is more challenging (especially when trying to take nice pictures). We’ve changed. The people around us have changed. We still travel (with military-level logistics), we still party (just with two little plus-ones and the need to always think about them first), and yes — we even took them to Burning Man. The vibe is different, but the magic? Still there, just felt much deeper somehow.
Meanwhile, try to rest while your baby sleeps. This can be something as simple as taking a nap yourself. Or you can take a bath, read a good book, or watch an episode of your favorite TV show. This will keep your spirits up.
Moreover, find simple things to remind you of what you love in life. Maybe you meet up with a good friend for lunch while your partner looks after the baby. Or you could go to the hair salon or for a swim if you enjoy these things.
Even something as simple as a quick walk in your local park can help you clear your head and remind you that you're a human being, too, not just a parent. Get some fresh air. Feed the ducks. Look at some trees.
#27 That’s Some Solid Multitasking! But Things Were Definitely More Fun When She Was The One Hitching A Ride
Again, your physical well-being is extremely important as well. When you take care of your body, your physical and emotional health improve, too.
“Take extra care of yourself in the daytime with nourishing, healthy food and gentle exercise like walking or yoga. Try to rest as much as possible. Taking extra care of yourself isn’t an indulgence. In fact, it will benefit your mental health at a time when it can be easy to not think about yourself at all. That’s also hugely important for your baby,” NCT urges.
#29 I Know They Say Mother Flamingoes Loose Their Pink, But This Is Not Ok. Some Self-Care Needs To Be Done Because Of The State I'm In...
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