I had a wonderful summer, AND…I’m tired. Going into the fall I’m trying to muster up enough energy for the new rhythm of life required for my busy family. I came across this article and it really hit home for me, because I do have a toddler. While he does tire me out, this is some pretty sound advice!
1. Slow down.
You can’t go anywhere fast with toddlers. The walk to your car, which should take two minutes, suddenly stretches to 10.
2. Take a nap.
During the toddler stage, you learn firsthand that toddlers handle the afternoon much better after a nap.
3. Snuggle with a blankie.
When you feel zapped at the end of the day, wrap up in a cozy blankie to recover. It’s scientifically proven to help.
4. Wear comfy clothes.
Toddlers just wear what makes them feel good. When you’re feeling the impact of mom burnout, opt to do the same.
5. Dance and sing.
Toddlers love a good dance party with a side of karaoke. Singing out loud and dancing releases endorphins, which decrease stress and anxiety
You can’t go anywhere fast with toddlers. The walk to your car, which should take two minutes, suddenly stretches to 10.
2. Take a nap.
During the toddler stage, you learn firsthand that toddlers handle the afternoon much better after a nap.
3. Snuggle with a blankie.
When you feel zapped at the end of the day, wrap up in a cozy blankie to recover. It’s scientifically proven to help.
4. Wear comfy clothes.
Toddlers just wear what makes them feel good. When you’re feeling the impact of mom burnout, opt to do the same.
5. Dance and sing.
Toddlers love a good dance party with a side of karaoke. Singing out loud and dancing releases endorphins, which decrease stress and anxiety
6. Never say no to Play-Doh.
Somewhere between toddlerhood and adulthood, we’ve forgotten how much joy we can receive by doing something artsy
7. Let yourself cry.
Crying is a coping mechanism that flushes out stress hormones and releases chemicals to ease physical and emotional pain. So, while there’s no cryin’ in baseball, no one said there’s no cryin’ in mommyhood.
8. Go for the hug.
When a toddler gets a boo-boo, a hug from Mom soothes the pain. If that hug lasts for at least 20 seconds, the body releases the “cuddle hormone,” also known as oxytocin, which calms and relaxes the central nervous system.
9. Play with your friends.
It’s just fun to be around other people who like to be around you, too.
10. Take a break from playing with friends.
Sharing, taking turns, and being kind takes a lot out of a toddler—and out of adults. That’s a good time to step away for some downtime to recharge.
11. Notice the little things.
If it’s small and within a toddler’s line of sight, he’ll point it out—the ladybug on the blade of grass or the single LEGO brick under the couch. This mindfulness practice helps with mom burnout.
12. Get outside.
Being outside leads you to think about something bigger than yourself and your problems. It’s good for the soul.
Somewhere between toddlerhood and adulthood, we’ve forgotten how much joy we can receive by doing something artsy
7. Let yourself cry.
Crying is a coping mechanism that flushes out stress hormones and releases chemicals to ease physical and emotional pain. So, while there’s no cryin’ in baseball, no one said there’s no cryin’ in mommyhood.
8. Go for the hug.
When a toddler gets a boo-boo, a hug from Mom soothes the pain. If that hug lasts for at least 20 seconds, the body releases the “cuddle hormone,” also known as oxytocin, which calms and relaxes the central nervous system.
9. Play with your friends.
It’s just fun to be around other people who like to be around you, too.
10. Take a break from playing with friends.
Sharing, taking turns, and being kind takes a lot out of a toddler—and out of adults. That’s a good time to step away for some downtime to recharge.
11. Notice the little things.
If it’s small and within a toddler’s line of sight, he’ll point it out—the ladybug on the blade of grass or the single LEGO brick under the couch. This mindfulness practice helps with mom burnout.
12. Get outside.
Being outside leads you to think about something bigger than yourself and your problems. It’s good for the soul.