According to child psychologist Dr Nava Silton, taking a break from domestic and family responsibilities can be beneficial for both the mothers and the children. For mums, a short healthy break can allow time to recharge batteries and deal with any fundamental pressures or anxiety. Whether it’s a girly trip away or a solo adventure, these gateways allow you to rediscover the ‘real you’, the one who existed before the restless nights and dirty nappies.
A study reveals that an average mum roughly gets about 17 minutes for herself every day. This doesn’t come as a surprise because motherhood, as a source of enjoyment and fulfilment, is a full-on 24/7 job, so every mom deserves a healthy retreat. ‘Mumcation’ is typically a two-day to a week’s worth holidays without the kids, spend with friends or even better, other mums who understand the need for me time. This is best explained by Dr. Emmanuella Murray, a clinical psychologist, who says, “In a nutshell, happy mum means a happy family. Mums who are going on a vacation, come back to their family and kids not just happier but also energised as they would have missed their babies and would be ready to handle their challenging life in a better way. Time away from family not just makes them energised but also makes them miss their family more.”
Even the shortest of breaks can make the biggest of transformations. From a spa weekend with your girlfriends, to island hopping or a luxury cruise, all these can offer a sense of peace and quiet that you were missing and looking forward to. So, what are you waiting for Mums?! – let the kids know it’s in their best interest for mum to take a break and get packing!
