Why It’s More than Okay for Mom to Take a Time Out
Dear Stressed Out Mom, I see you. In fact, there are numerous times during the day that I am you. This business of raising children is tough. And sometimes, our days start out bad and end up worse. Or they might start out great and end up terrible. I get it. I understand that you may be tempted to throw yourself on the floor and participate in your child’s tantrum. I understand that you may want to lock yourself in the closet with a bottle of wine or container of ice cream. I have been there. Maybe you think that you don’t deserve to take a time out. Or that you simply cannot take a time out. Maybe you feel guilty over the very thought….
