What to do While Your Baby is Napping

as moms of littles, it can be hard to find a moment for yourself, so you have to take what you can get! baby's naptime is a prime time to fit it in. here are four ways to make the most of it...

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nap when they nap

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take a shower

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eat something

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indulge in some TV

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