It’s not easy being a mother. Everyone has an opinion or an idea that you can use so that you can be a better one, even though all you really want to do sometimes is take the car keys and flee for some solitude and sanity. A well-meaning person can think too highly of their suggestions, but some tips for moms can actually help.
For expectant mothers, tips regularly involve the nutrition they get. It’s important for an expectant mom to consume nutrient-rich foods that contain vital elements like folic acid, vitamins A, D, C, B6 and B12, as well as calcium and iron. Regular exercise should also be a priority before and after the baby is born as it helps moms stay in shape and recover from the exhausting effects of childbirth more quickly.
Becoming a mother is one of the most exciting and frightening things a woman can experience. Well-meaning baby care advice comes thick and fast in the first few post-natal months, but all new moms would do well to carve out some me-time! The simple acts of dressing up or going out for lunch with friends help break the feed-burp-change monotony. Chances are, your baby would take to the break in routine as well!
If you’re a mother of two kids or more, it’s likely you have no need for tips, especially if they’re boys. In fact, you’ve probably come up with a few of your own to save time on housekeeping! Efficient moms know that no one checks under the bed for dust-bunnies, therefore, you can put off vacuuming there for a little while longer. Savvy mothers also pick their battles. If the child doesn’t want to eat his Brussels sprouts, sneak them into the meatloaf the next night.
In a perfect world, all loving mothers would receive awards for honor, valor, diligence and perseverance, but they don’t. They have to settle for the next best thing, so always be nice your mom and give her a hug today!