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Written by Angel Rodrigues

Friday, 18 July 2008

Now we all know that going to a spa for a day and being doted upon is every woman’s idea of the perfect day. Yet, unless we are the kind of woman that can afford such a luxury, it happens so infrequently, or not at all. Some of us have to just live with the occasional foot rub from our loved ones. I however, have found ways to create luxury in my daily life as a SAHM. Things that I can do that not only give me some relaxation and joy, but eases the discomfort that comes from baby vomit being splattered all over my fourth shirt of the day. Things that will even make you giggle while you do them, as you might feel like your sneaking around and being a kid again. Sounds like fun, right?

A little fun that can brighten up your day and make you and your baby or toddler smile is to grab your child and sit in a chair or couch and either read or play games with them, while you put a baby bouncy seat at your feet (make sure the batteries are fresh) and vibrate your tired calves, ankles and feet for as long as your kids will be entertained. They think your playing, but you know the truth. If you can, rub your feet with lavender lotion or oil first and it will alleviate swelling and heat from your feet too. Oh the ecstacy.

Another soothing foot relaxer is to put your feet in the tub when you bathe your toddler. They get to play, sing and do whatever other bath time activities with you and you get to soak your tired, aching tootsies. Before you take them out, dry off and apply some nice scented lotions and comfy socks. If you can, after the little one’s are in bed, go ahead and paint your toes and fingers with some crazy, vibrant color that will make you smile when you see them and your kids want to giggle too.

Herbs and aromatherapy’s can play an important role in your mood, as well as the mood of your kids. Providing allergies have already been taken into account, an activity that can be fun and relaxing for both you and your kids is to paint plant pots and plant herbs. When your done and as they grow its an on going enjoyable tasty and scented treat. Grow mint and have an ice cream party with your kids. Chop the fresh mint and put it in a refreshing lemonade. You both will be glad you did.

While your baking some cookies or some baked goods you can set aside some oatmeal, honey and applesauce. Give them all a good mix, until they form a thick paste. Then put it on as a facial and wear it while you bake. Your kids may want one too and its safe and easy to wash off (allergy check here too). The oatmeal will rub off dead skin cells when you wash it off. The honey is a good binder and natural thickener and the applesauce has acidity to deep clean and exfoliate. Your skin will look great when your eating that double chocolate walnut cookie.

Before you know it you will look like you spent the day at the spa, instead of wiping baby food off your face and not noticing that spot on your ear before your loved one kisses you. You can appear well rested, with a cucumber and yogurt facial while you eat breakfast. No one will know that you got up four times from 3-4 am, because your baby lost his/her pacifier - again. No one has to know that your life isn’t one big Herbal Essence commercial, because you can make it look like you just appeared in one. Have fun, I know I do.

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