Guest Post ~ Kylie Ofiu ~ Mummy Me Time Saves Money

As mothers we often feel guilty about asking time out and doing things for ourselves. Did you know that you actually save money by taking care of yourself and indulging a little?

As crazy as it might sound, think about it. You know the old saying “When mummaain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy”. If you are taking care of yourself, making time for you and ensuring your needs are met as well you will feel happier and more relaxed. This has a flow on effect with the rest of your life.

1.)   You make better decisions

When you have had a little time out your mind is clearer and you can make better decisions. This results in you being able to look for the best bargains at the shops, not impulse buy as much since many impulse buys happen because we feel we deserve a treat since we never get any time out.

2.)   You can focus

With a clear mind after some ‘me time’ you are better able to do things like menu plans, sort your budget, make sure all bills are paid on time etc.

3.)   You do not feel neglected

It is easy to feel run down and neglected when all you seem to do is pick up after everyone else, run them around, do all the cleaning, cooking and often work as well.

By taking some time out for yourself you are ensuring you do not get run down as easily and can take better care of everyone.

4.)   Regular ‘me time’ or treatments is cheaper

Doing little things to indulge yourself on a regular basis is cheaper than blowing the budget on a new piece of clothing/trip to the day spa or whatever because you feel neglected and feel you deserve it.

By taking time out to look after and treat yourself you won’t feel the need to splurge and will not end up feeling guilty.

5.)   Less stress

When we are stressed we are more likely to get sick which results in time off work, medical bills/medication and the house can quickly get run down. It also often results in more take away until mum is better. Taking care of yourself won’t completely stop you getting sick or stressed out but it will help.

So what are some ways you can treat yourself for cheap?

How about a nice bath with candles and things, a walk along the beach or swim(without kids), DIY facial, manicure/pedicure or other beauty treatment, an hour to yourself to do whatever you like, yoga, sleep in (arrange with your husband or someone to look after the kids), make a special dessert just for you and enjoy it in peace and quiet, anything simple thing you enjoy doing aim to have some time each week to do it.

What are you favourite ways to pamper yourself or take time out for you?

Kylie Ofiu is the author of 365 Ways To Make Money. She blogs about real ways to make and save money at http://kylieofiu.com”>KylieOfiu.Com.