As mothers and mothers to be, we need to fill ourselves up so that we can give to others. Here are some ideas to get you started.
* put on a cd of your favourite music
* dance around the house
* try belly dancing
* make a start on writing your very own book
* recite poetry
* meditate
* potter in the garden
* plant your favourite herbs and flowers
* have a bubble bath with scented candels and a glass of bubbly
* burn some aromatherapy oils
* relax with a magazine
* phone your Mum or a friend
* paint your fingernails and toenails
* soak your feet in a foot spa
* make yourself lunch and set yourself a place at the table
* invite some friends/relatives to your house for morning or afternoon tea
* enjoy an afternoon nap to revitalise
* walk in nature
* give yourself a home facial or enjoy one by a professional in a salon
* make gift cards
* tell someone you love that you love them, it’s too late once they’re gone
* clean your jewellery