Pamper yourself
"I wanted to look my best when I met my son. So right before he was due I got my hair done and had a waxing, manicure, and pedicure. Of course, after fifteen hours of labor I was a sweaty mess, but I still felt beautiful."
 -- Gabriela, mom of Juan Cruz, 2 (shown)

"Once a week during my first pregnancy, I'd lock the bathroom door, light candles, and take a long bath while listening to classical music and reading a juicy novel. I knew once my son arrived I wouldn't have time for a quick shower, let alone a bath. So I really savored that alone time.
 -- Kimberly, mom of Sean, 6, and Tara, 1

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