4 Activities For Moms To Enjoy When Baby is Napping
Any new parent will be able to relate to the sheer relief that is felt when your baby finally settles down to sleep in their DockATot. That is why the last thing you want to do is make enough noise to wake your little one up. But what options does that leave you with? Surely it is important to make the most of the precious moments you get to yourself. Make sure that you don’t limit yourself to creeping around the house or sitting there in silence. Below are four quiet activities for you to enjoy whilst your baby is sleeping.
Below are four quiet activities for you to enjoy whilst your baby is sleeping.
Baking
Baking is a fun filled and relaxing way for you to fill your time. Try to find quick and easy recipes that can easily be put to the side if your baby wakes up. Also, remember to clean up as you go. This will help you to avoid the stress of a messy kitchen and a fussy child at the same time. Why not opt for a recipe that doesn’t need to be cooked? This way you are dealing with cool ingredients that don’t need to be monitored in the oven. Whatever you do, try to have fun! Don’t worry about what the finished product looks like. So long as you’ve had an enjoyable time in the kitchen, your baking was a success.
Reading
If you are looking to drift off to another world, but are worried that an electronic device might drown out the sound of your baby, why not try reading? Reading is a fantastic way for you to relax. Not only this, but it can help to stimulate brain activity. It is also a great pastime to pass down to your children. Make a list of all the books that you are looking forward to reading with your little one. You could also start a small vocabulary book that you can pass onto them. Your children will be touched by the thoughtful gift of a personalized reading list, especially if you take the time to write down the reasons why you loved a book so much.
Exercising
It can be hard to even think about exercise when you are taking care of a young family. However, there are lots of ways for you to incorporate fitness into your busy schedule. You could find the fun side of exercising with the Gala Bingo: Bingo Wings Challenge. This challenge will help you to push yourself (and even your friends) whilst having a good time. Make sure to opt for physical activities that don’t involve a lot of preparation. Instead, find something that you can jump straight in and out of. This will stop you from feeling frustrated if your baby’s sleep is disturbed half way through.
Yoga and meditation
As a new parent, it is vital that you take care of yourself; body and mind. Yoga and meditation will help you on your journey. They will help you to control your breathing, clear your thoughts, and regulate your heartbeat. Yoga can also help to strengthen your muscles and add tone to your figure. You can download an app, put on relaxing music, or simply sit in silence. Whatever you choose, you can be sure that it won’t be enough to wake your baby up.
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