5 Easy Ways to Carve Out More Mommy Me Time

spending so much time taking care of our family, as moms, we can sometimes forget about ourselves. try these ways to carve out some mommy me time!

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take a walk

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watch your favorite show or movie

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pamper yourself

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read a good magazine

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connect with your girls

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