Time is of the essence. As busy mums, we never seem to have enough of it and when we get some to ourselves, we need to make the most of it. Can you remember that last time you did a pastime you really enjoyed, such as reading a book, going for a walk, or perhaps having an uninterrupted bath? If you can’t remember, then it’s likely that you’re not getting enough time to yourself.

A Little Structure
Identifying your ideals can help bring structure to your schedule and reinforce your life balance. As a mum it’s worth considering your goals for your family and yourself, and seeing how the two can be combined.  You might not want to find yourself living by a timetable, but a little structure can go a long way.

Prioritise Sensibly
Prioritise what really needs to get done and some lesser things will inevitably fall by the wayside. If your day gets so cluttered that you can’t focus then you’ll end up not achieving anything. Prioritise sensibly according to the importance of the outcome. Your childcare arrangements will almost certainly take the top priority spot, but after this the other things in your ‘must do’ list will have different levels of importance.

Looking After You
Whatever is on your ‘must do’ list, it is important that you try and schedule in time to recharge your batteries. This can be incorporated into the time you set aside for yourself. Do something you love and that makes you happy.  It could be as straightforward as finding half an hour to spend in the garden or doing something just for fun with your children.  You could look to join a club, go and take part in a sport or spend some time with your partner. If you can’t see a way of cramming this into you day, then something’s got to give.

With A Little Help
Your own wellbeing is important too, so even if you feel what you want to do is last on the list, it’s important others around you recognise you need time too. Is everyone else pulling their weight or are you doing everything with little support? If that’s the case, make those around you aware that you want them to do their fair share. Pointing this out to friends and family can achieve surprising results! If you want more time to yourself then it’s okay to ask for a little help. It’s definitely worth it if it helps you to achieve the life you truly want!

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