To be the best mom, have some me-time

MANILA, Philippines - Being a mother is not easy. Often, moms have to multitask and juggle a multitude of roles. This is why it is important for mothers to have some me-time. According to relationship and parenting expert Maribel Dionisio, moms also need to spend some time off their responsibilities. “Mothers will do everything they can to give their families only the best. But what most moms don’t realize is that they also need to slow down, relax, and reenergize so that they can be the best moms they can be,” she said.

Dionisio, herself a mother of three, said there are a lot of ways for moms to spend their me-time. They can sleep or take naps, exercise, read a good book, listen to relaxing music, take a vacation, chat with friends, or pamper themselves with a spa or a mani-pedi.

She also advised moms to avoid drainers. “These are things, activities, or people that consume their energy. It would be best if moms plan and schedule their me-time well to prevent conflict between their activities and family duties. It is also important that moms explain to their children and spouses why they need to take a break so that they will respect their personal time,” she added.

But moms don’t really have to go far to enjoy their well-deserved me-time as a new form of relaxation is available right within the comforts of their own home. With the new Surf Aromatherapy Fabric Conditioner, moms can feel relaxed and recharged even while doing their laundry.

Surf Aromatherapy Fabric Conditioner is available in three variants: Relaxing, Energizing, and Purifying. It also has 100-percent essential oils that not only give moms soft and great-smelling clothes, but also make them experience the rejuvenating effects of aromatherapy.

Dionisio stressed, “At the end of the day, our ultimate source of joy is still our family. Naturally, we want our children to enjoy being with us. But we have to realize that it all starts with mothers who feel good about themselves and take care of themselves.”