Treat yourself, mama

Do what makes you feel good.

By Motherly April 12, 2018

Hey mama, when you forget to take care of yourself and don’t practice some *true* self-care, the smallest things can take you from fine to overwhelmed in two seconds. It happens to the best of us. Schedule something just for you this week to really rest and recharge.? A happy mama can give so much more to her family.

XO,

#TeamMotherly

PS: Motherhood helped me understand who my *real* friends are. Plus, new moms are suffering heart conditions at alarming rates. Here’s what needs to be done.

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