5 Reasons Moms Really Need Breaks From Their Kids

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Motherhood is tough and sometimes we just need a little alone time to refresh.

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5 Reasons Moms Really Need Breaks From Their Kids

Alone time isn’t something you get too often whenever you’re a mom. We all joke about never getting to pee alone, but it’s true. I’ve even started calling Blake my little hemorrhoid because she’s always up my butt. However, I do feel the need to say that I love my kids dearly, but being a parent is tough stuff before I move any further. I’m not writing this to complain, I’m writing this because I know we all feel it, and I’m here to say that you are most definitely not alone. Kids can really quickly wear us down, even whenever we start the days feeling like super mom. Every day is different, and it’s totally okay to need a break from the chaos.

For me, the only break that I get during the day is nap time – if Blake will take one. I rely on those quiet moments to get things done that require a little bit more thinking than when she’s awake. But those moments where I’m doing things for work and cleaning or meal prepping just aren’t enough. We need moments that are for ourselves, by ourselves or with friends or our partners to really give our minds a break.

Why you need a break from the kids, mama:

If you needed any convincing, here’s why it’s totally cool to step away every now and again.

1. Because we are people outside of just being moms.

Before you had children, you were a whole person that had real likes and dislikes, hobbies, routines that revolved around you, and the list goes on and on. I know that all of that pretty much goes out the window when you become a mom, but I challenge you not to forget that person. That person is just as important as your kids and stepping away from worrying about homework and diaper changes and making sure your toddler gets her milk from the right cup can be that silver lining that reconnects you with that person for an hour, do it!

2. Because it’s healthy.

Seriously, stepping away and doing something good for your physical and mental health can something be more important than hitting the gym. There are parts of motherhood that can really quickly cause stress and anxiety and when those things are consuming you, your health can quickly spiral into a dark place. One thing that I do so that I can always take time to make sure I’m thinking about my health is to have my favorite Health Warrior Chia Bars handy. You guys, these will fuel you in ways that you probably never thought possible. Better than coffee. At only 100 calories per bar and 3 grams of sugar, they will help you to get through moments where overwhelm might be setting in and help you stay focused.

3. Hello…self care.

We’ve talked about self-care strategies for moms in the past and knowing when to take a break from being with your kids 24/7 is totally a part of that. Self care means letting go from things you know are causing you stress and kids can undoubtedly bring lots of that from time to time.

4. It will improve your relationship with your kids.

The other day, I was working out in the basement and ran into the garage really quick to grab a bottle of water. Before I could prevent it, Blake ran behind me and closed and locked the door, leaving me in the garage. Yes, I could have opened the garage door and walked to the front door, but the front door was locked. You can imagine my rage. I pounded on the door for what seemed forever and she finally opened it. Moral of the story: our kids make us mad sometimes and we need to cool off. Once we come back to them, we’re back to our normal selves again.

5. Because it’s something that you actually truly need to be the best version of you.

Um…mom burnout is an actual thing. And we don’t really have any time in our busy schedules to let mom burnout take over us. Mom burnout happens when we’re so laser-focused with getting through the day to day, dealing with the unexpected in between that something will finally set us off and leave everyone calling us the mean mom. Taking a break will keep you ahead of losing it.

Looking for more mom life tips? I’ve got you covered, mama!

To all my mamas on the midst of feeling mom burnout, please never, ever feel guilty about taking a step away. Ask for help if you need it. Call a mama pal. Your sanity depends on taking steps to put your physical and mental health into the forefront of your life. Your family will thank you, I promise.

XOXO,

Allison