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“Back To Me” Self-Care Challenge For Moms: Day 2

  I did this exercise last year and you wouldn't believe the stress I eliminated with this one simple step. See how easy it is:  A little explanation, courtesy of Merriam-Webster: Worry: to subject to persistent or nagging attention or effort to afflict with mental distress or agitation; make anxious to feel or experience concern or anxiety Eww, none of that sounds good, … [Continue reading...]

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Introducing The 2013 “Back To Me” Challenge: Day 1

  Welcome to the NEW Young Mommy Life? Like it? I do. HUGE thanks to Mignon from LoveMignon Designs for hooking me up! Her work is incredible! Every year around this time, I roll out a self-care challenge to help all the moms who stop by find time to "reset" their lives and get back on top of the list! In 2012, we had more moms than ever participate and I'm thrilled to have the 2013 … [Continue reading...]

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What I Learned Doing The Self-Care Challenge (And What I Hope You Did Too)

Motherhood is a real job. Of course, in this country, we don't treat it like that. But it is nothing short of a "real job." It took me a long time to realize this. I wanted to be a great mom. An impeccable mom. That meant being available for my children's needs, putting them first, bending over backward to make sure they had what they needed. Seems like a job to me. So why did I feel … [Continue reading...]

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{Self-Care Challenge} Day #11 – Get Thee A New Bra

Note: I included this in my 2010 stress challenge, but it's worth including here.  Ladies, let’s talk. Your boobs have been through a lot. Pregnancy, engorgement, breastfeeding, biting (was it just my kids…?), sore nipples, etc. Let’s treat ‘em right. Here are some tips and stores to check out. They’ll help you get fitted and buy some new bras that won’t cost an arm and a leg (and thigh): My … [Continue reading...]

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{Self-Care Challenge} Day #10 – Schedule A Day To “Treat Yo Self”

If you do not watch Parks & Recreation, allow me to introduce you to a snippet from one of my favorite episodes. Pay attention, because it's today's challenge: Day #10 - Plan a "Treat Yo Self" day.  Now. There's three rules. 1) You must save up for this. It is no fun and really counter-productive if you feel guilty about spending the money that you legitimately need for paying … [Continue reading...]

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{Self-Care Challenge} Day #9 – Write A Life Narrative

I realize that a lot of these challenges are about writing something. And I truly believe this is a good thing. Writing forces us to let our minds be clear, something I know I have trouble with, especially as my two little ones clamor for my attention. Writing allows us to get in touch with our inner desires and wants. You can do it anywhere, it doesn't cost much and it's quick. What could be … [Continue reading...]

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{Self-Care Challenge} Day #8 – Write A Worry List

                  Okay, I know I've confused a bunch of you with today's post. A little explanation, courtesy of Merriam-Webster: Worry: to subject to persistent or nagging attention or effort to afflict with mental distress or agitation; make anxious to feel or experience concern or anxiety Eww, none of that sounds … [Continue reading...]

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{Self-Care Challenge} Day #7 – Get A Hobby

Read all the challenges here.  Until this point, I've been sailing along with this challenge. I bought myself an accessory, I cleaned up my bedroom, I'm doing well. But today's challenge is stumping me and I'm not even sure why. Day #7 - Get a hobby The trick with this hobby is that it is supposed to be something fun for you. Not something that benefits the kids or makes you money, … [Continue reading...]

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