All too frequently, mothers get so caught up in caring for their kids that they subsequently forget to take care of themselves, too. However, it is vitally important that moms practice self care or else they risk burning out or falling into poor health. Some ways that moms can embrace this necessary self care include floating therapy, taking time out for socializing, downloading apps that focus on mindfulness and meditation, and exercising regularly, among others.

Key Takeaways:

• It’s very common for parents to ignore their own self-care needs when caring for their children, especially when their kids are young.
• According to therapist Megan Costello, float therapy is a new water-based treatment that is great for practicing mindfulness and releasing overall muscle tension and stress.
• Costello recommends forming and maintaining relationships with friends experiencing similar challenges as you, for support, camaraderie, and empathy.

“Too often, parents let their own care fall by the wayside in favor of their kids’. The cliché of the frazzled, over-giving, selfless mom exists because it’s often true.”

Read more: http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/1138236/self-care-for-moms