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Don’t get me wrong, I love y’all… but for Mo Don’t get me wrong, I love y’all… but for Mother’s Day, I just wanna be a daughter. 🤣 #mothersday #momlife #girlmom #boymom #toddlermom #momof5
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Snaps from last week 📸 We kicked things off wi Snaps from last week 📸

We kicked things off with dentist visits and several store runs for Easter basket goodies for five kids 😩 I knew the week would stretch me, so I kept dinners simple and stress-free. With baseball and track in full swing, our evenings have been wild lately.

RJ got injured and started physical therapy—I’m praying he’ll be back on the track soon 🙏🏾

Midweek, I hit my limit and knew I needed to do something for myself. I booked a last-minute hair appointment with my sis-in-love @mylamarie99, and she got me together real quick! 🙌🏽

Treated myself to an Iced Caramel Craze Latte from Dunkin’—10/10 recommend ✨

Ended the week testing lash styles for my brand @leisurelash (this one’s my fave!), and now that Savannah’s hair is finally growing, I’m trying fun new styles on her too 🥰

But the real highlight? Easter weekend! The boys were so egg-cited to see their baskets—but the biggest win? Making it to church on time with five kids. Whew! 😮‍💨

I hope you had a beautiful Easter! Grateful to have you here following along this wild and wonderful ride. Wishing you a blessed week ahead! ❤️ #easterweekend #momlife #familylife #momprenuer #momof5
He is RISEN!! And we made it to church as a party He is RISEN!! And we made it to church as a party of 7 ✝️🙌🏽✨ #HappyEaster #EasterSunday #BoyMom #GirlMom #FamilyLife #ChristianMom #ChristianLiving
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By: Danielle Skeaton

10 Things to Do For Yourself Before Baby Arrives

This past weekend I decided to treat myself to a pre-baby spa day! At 37 weeks pregnant, the discomfort is getting real, so I was definitely looking forward to this. 

I had the most amazing time unwinding at the Panacea Luxury Spa with one of my girlfriends! We booked a mani & pedi and were pampered with plush robes, slippers, non-alcoholic cocktails, and truly felt fancy for a day. 

This place has been on my radar for a while and it was honestly just what I needed before giving birth! 

I haven’t always been intentional about taking time for myself. In fact, I used to feel really guilty about spending any money for things outside of the needs of my house or children. 

But I’m much better now at making myself a priority so that I can be the wife and mom I want to be. 

Related: My Favorite Self-Care Essentials As A Busy Mom

It’s been three days since my spa day and I still feel so refreshed and ready to embrace this next chapter as a mom of five!

I highly recommend every mama-to-be do something for yourselves before your baby arrives! Life is about to get so busy with endless diaper changes, back-to-back feedings, and you’ll be running on absolutely no sleep. 

So while you’re busy trying to finish the nursery, pack your hospital bag, and make sure that your newborn has everything it needs, remember to take some time for you — because you deserve it, mama! 

10 Pre-Baby Self-Care Ideas
  1. Treat yourself to a mani/pedi
  2. Get your hair done 
  3. Catch some live music 
  4. Go out to eat with a friend 
  5. Run yourself a warm bath
  6. Take an art, cooking, or pottery class
  7. Book a prenatal massage
  8. Plan a romantic getaway with your partner — also known as a Babymoon!
  9. See a good movie 
  10. Go shopping for new skincare, makeup, or postpartum clothes.

How do you like to treat yourself?

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To the mama struggling to love her body after havi To the mama struggling to love her body after having her babies. To the mama who carried a baby she never got to hold. To the mama who puts everyone else first. To the mama fighting silent battles only she and God know about. To the mama staring at her cluttered home. To the mama who wonders if she’s doing enough. You are amazing. You are beautiful. You are deeply loved. Happy Mother’s Day 💕💐
Don’t get me wrong, I love y’all… but for Mo Don’t get me wrong, I love y’all… but for Mother’s Day, I just wanna be a daughter. 🤣 #mothersday #momlife #girlmom #boymom #toddlermom #momof5
I said what I said 🤣🦷💁🏾‍♀️ #wisd I said what I said 🤣🦷💁🏾‍♀️ #wisdomteethremoval #wisdomteeth #dayinthelife #marriedlife #lashesonfleek
Can’t forget dessert 🍪🌮😋 @marketdistric Can’t forget dessert 🍪🌮😋 @marketdistrict #GiantEaglePartner #tacotuesday #momlife
Spring Break Shenanigans PT 2 🤣 #girlmom #boymo Spring Break Shenanigans PT 2 🤣 #girlmom #boymom #toddlermom #momlife #springbreak #familylife
Spring Break Shenanigans 😂 #boymom #siblings #s Spring Break Shenanigans 😂 #boymom #siblings #springbreak #familymovienight #momlife
I am convinced @marketdistrict has the BEST fried I am convinced @marketdistrict has the BEST fried chicken 🍗😋 #GiantEaglePartner #dinnerisserved #momlife #kidfriendly #momof5
Snaps from last week 📸 We kicked things off wi Snaps from last week 📸

We kicked things off with dentist visits and several store runs for Easter basket goodies for five kids 😩 I knew the week would stretch me, so I kept dinners simple and stress-free. With baseball and track in full swing, our evenings have been wild lately.

RJ got injured and started physical therapy—I’m praying he’ll be back on the track soon 🙏🏾

Midweek, I hit my limit and knew I needed to do something for myself. I booked a last-minute hair appointment with my sis-in-love @mylamarie99, and she got me together real quick! 🙌🏽

Treated myself to an Iced Caramel Craze Latte from Dunkin’—10/10 recommend ✨

Ended the week testing lash styles for my brand @leisurelash (this one’s my fave!), and now that Savannah’s hair is finally growing, I’m trying fun new styles on her too 🥰

But the real highlight? Easter weekend! The boys were so egg-cited to see their baskets—but the biggest win? Making it to church on time with five kids. Whew! 😮‍💨

I hope you had a beautiful Easter! Grateful to have you here following along this wild and wonderful ride. Wishing you a blessed week ahead! ❤️ #easterweekend #momlife #familylife #momprenuer #momof5
He is RISEN!! And we made it to church as a party He is RISEN!! And we made it to church as a party of 7 ✝️🙌🏽✨ #HappyEaster #EasterSunday #BoyMom #GirlMom #FamilyLife #ChristianMom #ChristianLiving
Got my lashes together quick! A full set in just 1 Got my lashes together quick! A full set in just 10 minutes without the hassle of salon appointments 🙌🏽✨

I used lash map 12, 14, 14, 16, 16, 14 for a soft glam doll eye look, and I’m obsessed. Can’t wait for you to try these soon!

➡️ Follow @leisurelash for tutorials, tips, and launch updates! #LashAtYourLeisure #selfcare #lashes #lashlife #mompreneur

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