Don’t ever forget to take care of YOURSELF.  Ever since having my little one |I’ve learned| you can’t pour from an empty cup. I felt pretty down about myself after birth (7 months ago) and I didn’t know what to do. 

I had a very difficult post-partum recovery.  I didn’t realize it would be so rough physically AND emotionally. Thank God I am blessed with such an easy-going baby (he takes after his dad) and loving family. 

My anxiety increased after the baby, so I started doing small things for myself each day to relax. It seems to get easier as time goes on, but here are a few things I do to take care of myself. 

| Take a bath |

I make it a priority to take a nightly bath because it makes me feel relaxed before bed. It makes me rest well. I did this before the baby, too. I do this after the baby goes to bed for the night so I can truly relax (and Pinterest my heart out!)

|Exercise|

Yep! THIS is a challenging task to complete, but I try to do it each day. I rarely make it to the gym ( I feel blessed when I do – shoutout to my mom and mother-in-law for making it possible!) When I do make it to the gym, I go with my husband because it’s like a “date” AND the gym is where we met. If I can’t make it to the gym, I work out at home- even if it is for 20 minutes! My child will literally sit and watch. I must look pretty funny because he giggles the entire time. 

|Primp|

I set aside 15 minutes to get ready for the day. When I’m ready for the day, I am in a better mood. I have a quick hair and makeup routine that I do before the baby wakes. If there is extra time, I park it on the couch and drink a warm coffee.

|Treat myself|

I do one thing a month to treat myself. Lately, it has been lash extensions. They make me feel glam and make my morning routine so fast. Contact me if you want to know where I go! My lash girl is pretty awesome! 

I know these things may sound vain, but they truly make me feel better. When I feel better, it is beneficial for my family. I must add that some of these things wouldn’t be possible without my family. I am blessed to have my family right in town! 

As an added bonus, I indulge. If I want the doughnut in the break room …. I have it! No guilt. Eat the dang doughnut. You deserve it. 

I hope you’re keeping up! 

Sarah