The preparations for Christmas coupled with additional social events and late nights can leave mums feeling worn out. Early planning can help reduce the stress levels during the festive period, but mums also need to be sure they make time for themselves and their wellbeing to avoid feeling run down over Christmas.

Remembering to take care of yourself in the colder months – and especially through the festive period when Christmas preparations and socialising take priority – is of vital importance. Failing to take good care of yourself could result in feeling exhausted, run down and you could even become ill.

Planning is Key
Planning ahead for the festive season prevents last minute panics, minimises New Year financial woes and saves time. Make a list of all the things you need to do for Christmas. Starting your preparations early will give you more time for yourself later.

Eat Well And Keep Moving
They say prevention is better than cure and following a healthy diet and lifestyle will stand you in good stead for fighting festive fatigue and winter bugs. Try not to let your fitness fall by the wayside in the build up to Christmas. If you don’t have time to go to the gym, try going for a short walk, which will leave you feeling revitalised and full of energy.

Learn To Say No
With the invitations flooding in, it can be easy to fall into the trap of saying yes to every festive event. Be realistic about your social commitments and consider which ones you can go to and which you can’t. Learning to say no will prevent you from overstretching yourself and leaving you vulnerable to fatigue and sickness. It can be hard refusing an invitation, but the reality is most people will understand why. If you feel guilty for turning down an invitation try to arrange a post Christmas catch up instead.

Make Time For You
Never underestimate the importance of making time for you. As a mum, it can be hard to remember that you too are a person with needs and wants. Take the time to indulge yourself from time to time; to keep your batteries charged and your wellbeing and sanity intact. Ask your partner, friends or family to take care of the kids for a couple of hours to give you uninterrupted time for you. Whether it’s a nice long soak in the tub, an early night or a trip to the hairdressers or spa, make time and enjoy it.

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