I used to tire myself out trying to spend quality time with my children, only to find myself burntout, frustrated and irritable. I've since come to realise that the best gift a mother can give her child is a happy mother.
"Me Time" for me is not a 'good to have' thing, it is essential, and given top priority! I find that by guarding my recharging time, it greatly increases my patience and calmness, and helps me enjoy my children more.
There are no hard and fast rules about what Me Time should look like, but here are a few guidelines that I have found useful:
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