Hi! Partner and I have just found out we are expecting our first baby, we are beyond excited and can't get ready for his/her arrival quick enough! Now I'm an expectant mummy my hubby has relieved me of all domestic duties, unfortunately work haven't done the same, but I love my job. I'm a support worker, caring for young adults with learning disabilities. I treat myself to a wine glass of lime and soda, don't feel like I'm missing out on anything. Living on mushrooms and asparagus 😍
I have two indoor Persian cats and a little dog and when I have a day off I love sitting in my local park while Holly dog runs around and I sip on a decaf cappuccino.
Working in care is amazing but certainly doesn't pay well, £200 voucher would be lovely to spoil my miracle with!
Good luck and congratulations to all new expectant mummy's and mummy's already hard at work with their little ones ♥️♥️
Running around after a toddler and a baby leaves me feeling frazzled and exhausted much of the time; but I treat myself whenever I get the opportunity, as it's important to look after ourselves. This gives us extra reserves to dig deep and keep going when the tiredness reaches epic proportions! I will try and have an early night once a week to catch up on sleep; a movie night at home with my husband once a fortnight; a catch-up on the phone with friends when the children are napping. I enter holiday competitions to try and win a dream trip for my family! l have the odd glass of wine every couple of weeks after the children go to bed. When I can get away for an hour, I treat myself to an occasional Thai massage. It is an indulgence on maternity pay, but round-the-clock breastfeeding is tough on the back, so I feel it is well-deserved. Last but not least, I treat myself with life-affirming chocolate!
Now I'm a new Mum, I sometimes forget to treat myself. The only thing I like to do is relax in a hot bath, couple of candles and a (small) glass of wine, when husband comes home and he's able to keep his eye on our son.
Currently pregnant with number three I delegard a lot more to the other half than I did before, particularly to get some quiet time through the day. Sometimes I watch two shows on my streaming site!
I loved putting some body oil or body butter on after a shower when I was pregnant. I still enjoy it now although showers after my little girl are limited to 2 minute ones! I still try and find some quiet time when my daughter is asleep to listen to my book (love audible!) and have a cup of tea. I used to go to a lot of mummy fitness classes with baby to get myself back into shape. However now I have a few months of ML left, I try and see friends more often in the week.
Now that I’m pregnant with our third and final baby Im really enjoying soaking my feet in a foot bath and using an exfoliating scrub to massage my feet and ankles, it really helps me to relax especially if I’ve had a tough day at work!
I make sure that I make time for myself, just me. We live in the country side so for me that's a relaxing walk along the river every morning. It relaxes my mind and I get the added bonus of being active.
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I try to get some me time whenever I can, lots of willing babysitters
making sure i take time out to not forget i can still socialsee with friends!! my dad will usually happily babysit whilst i meet my friendd for coffee
I book a regular hot stone massage or have a mooch around the shops on my own
A little pamper night here and there, candles, processco, a big bubble bath and a shave! 😂
Hi! Partner and I have just found out we are expecting our first baby, we are beyond excited and can't get ready for his/her arrival quick enough! Now I'm an expectant mummy my hubby has relieved me of all domestic duties, unfortunately work haven't done the same, but I love my job. I'm a support worker, caring for young adults with learning disabilities. I treat myself to a wine glass of lime and soda, don't feel like I'm missing out on anything. Living on mushrooms and asparagus 😍
I have two indoor Persian cats and a little dog and when I have a day off I love sitting in my local park while Holly dog runs around and I sip on a decaf cappuccino.
Working in care is amazing but certainly doesn't pay well, £200 voucher would be lovely to spoil my miracle with!
Good luck and congratulations to all new expectant mummy's and mummy's already hard at work with their little ones ♥️♥️
Running around after a toddler and a baby leaves me feeling frazzled and exhausted much of the time; but I treat myself whenever I get the opportunity, as it's important to look after ourselves. This gives us extra reserves to dig deep and keep going when the tiredness reaches epic proportions! I will try and have an early night once a week to catch up on sleep; a movie night at home with my husband once a fortnight; a catch-up on the phone with friends when the children are napping. I enter holiday competitions to try and win a dream trip for my family! l have the odd glass of wine every couple of weeks after the children go to bed. When I can get away for an hour, I treat myself to an occasional Thai massage. It is an indulgence on maternity pay, but round-the-clock breastfeeding is tough on the back, so I feel it is well-deserved. Last but not least, I treat myself with life-affirming chocolate!
Make sure I sit down and have a cup of tea before I rush about trying to do other chores
I love getting a bubble bath in peace! I take a magazine and relax for an hour in the bath!
Now I'm a new Mum, I sometimes forget to treat myself. The only thing I like to do is relax in a hot bath, couple of candles and a (small) glass of wine, when husband comes home and he's able to keep his eye on our son.
My one luxury is some extra time in bed to catch up on beauty sleep, followed by a quiet and relaxing bath with music playing- no interruptions.
Its great just to be able to have the time to become half human again with no need to think about anything else for a while.
Currently pregnant with number three I delegard a lot more to the other half than I did before, particularly to get some quiet time through the day. Sometimes I watch two shows on my streaming site!
I treat myself to a new garment once a month, since the baby I have changed shape and my old clothes do not fit as well or suit my new mum lifestyle.
I loved putting some body oil or body butter on after a shower when I was pregnant. I still enjoy it now although showers after my little girl are limited to 2 minute ones! I still try and find some quiet time when my daughter is asleep to listen to my book (love audible!) and have a cup of tea. I used to go to a lot of mummy fitness classes with baby to get myself back into shape. However now I have a few months of ML left, I try and see friends more often in the week.
Now I'm pregnant I like to give myself some chill out time and treat myself to some nice candles
MMeet a friend for cake or lunch. Have a shower..... sometimes it really is the little things that count!
I always treat myself to a glass of wine on a Friday night now I'm a new mum, and treat myself to cashmere socks!
Now that I’m pregnant with our third and final baby Im really enjoying soaking my feet in a foot bath and using an exfoliating scrub to massage my feet and ankles, it really helps me to relax especially if I’ve had a tough day at work!
have coffee with other mums
having time to have a lovely soak in a hot bub bath and reading some of my book
I make sure that I make time for myself, just me. We live in the country side so for me that's a relaxing walk along the river every morning. It relaxes my mind and I get the added bonus of being active.