I received compensation from Bayer Consumer Health, makers of MiraLAX® to write this post. MiraLAX® is a laxative used to treat occasional constipation. All opinions are entirely my own. #EaseTheDay #CollectiveBias
New moms have their work cut out for themselves which is why we have to learn to stick together. For any of you, I hope you are learning to take care of yourself as a new mom and want to share some tips I’ve found and hopefully they help you or a new mom you know too.
Everyone has seen that mom in the store trying to wrestle that “threenager” without pulling out her hair and still getting groceries bought for dinner that night. We just want to go up to her and take her shopping cart to the checkout lane and buy her groceries because she deserves it and so much more. As a new mom of a 3 month old baby boy, I have found already that time for yourself is definitely not the priority and hard to come by at times. I can’t wait to share with y’all how I’m learning to take care of myself as a new mom. Below are several tips and ideas to hopefully give you some inspiration for taking care of yourself too so you can be there for your little babies.
I am a bookworm. I love cuddling up with a warm blanket and my favorite book, but who can even concentrate on a story when you have a baby crying in the background and needing your love and comfort? It is important for new moms to still have time to enjoy their own hobbies to keep their sanity. I have committed to enjoying a good book and taking that time for myself when my little guy is napping. Even if it’s for at least 3o minutes, I will sit and read a good book. That 30 minutes is one of the best therapy sessions money can buy.
Now let’s get a little more personal. I’m sure we have all dealt with occasional constipation especially new moms. Our diet isn’t always the best when we are just trying to find anything to eat to keep us going throughout the day. Well now I have a solution. Drumroll please…MiraLAX Mix-In Pax®.
MiraLAX works with your body’s natural process to provide effective relief from occasional constipation. Because it works with the water in your body, MiraLAX provides a gentle experience, and doesn’t cause harsh side effects. None of us have time for that anyways. If you have ever used stimulant laxative pills, then you know that they make your body go by forcefully stimulating the nerves in your colon. MiraLAX is different and works with the water in your body to hydrate, soften, and ease, unblocking your system naturally. Make sure to use it as directed.
My favorite though is the MiraLAX Mix-In Pax because they come in single serve packets. I can just keep a few packets in my purse or the diaper bag to have on hand when I feel like I’m needing one. I don’t have to measure anything which makes it even faster. I just pour it and go and then drink up. Make sure to grab yours at Walmart just like I did the next time you are there and print THIS coupon to save money while you are at it.
Hydration is essential. I make sure I have a favorite cup of mine that I can refill throughout the day and continue to sip on it. If I’m dehydrated and not getting the energy I need, then I am not feeling my best to take care of my family.
Now that we are feeling healthy and strong cuddled up with a good book, don’t forget a little pampering goes a long ways too. My husband will send me to the bathtub to enjoy a bath bomb and bubble bath with some music and candles all for myself. He then takes care of baby boy and doesn’t interrupt me. Having that time to myself knowing I can just relax and not worry about anything is huge. Plus having a husband that is so supportive isn’t so bad either. 😉
Make sure you are always taking time for yourself too because it’s so important. Don’t forget to grab your MiraLAX at Walmart and coupon as well. Us Moms have to stick together. Enjoy and God bless!
