The Balanced Mom: Raising Your Kids Without Losing Your Self

by Bria Simpson MA

Taking Care of You Is Not Just Okay-It's Essential Does being a mother mean that you have to give up your self? Of course it doesn't. You can be a great mom and still have a life of your own. In fact, your kids will only benefit from seeing you as a whole person and will develop greater independence and a stronger sense of who they are as people. If you're ready to rediscover your self, The Balanced Mom offers dozens of simple tips to help you create the time and space you need to reconnect with an amazing person-you! This is the best gift you can give yourself. Discover simple ways •Feel good about encouraging independence in your kids
•Balance the demands of motherhood with your own needs and goals
•Maintain strong relationships with your kids
•Rediscover your true passions and interests
•Live your life in ways that reflect your true values

Genres: Parenting

192 pages, Paperback

First published May 14, 2006

Reviews

[Jen (bookscoffeedogs) · Rating 3 out of 5]

While it was a bit on the light side, I enjoyed it a lot in conjunction with a Fit Challenge I was doing. It allowed me to really take note of what my true values/goals were and how that was lining up with how I was spending my time. I found my life isn't reflecting what I value all that much. SO now I can make a few changes to my daily schedule that do reflect the life I want to have instead of the life I was plugging along through! I would recommend it to anyone who needs to take stock of themselves and their goals...we all need to do that every year or so anyway if we are to live authentically to our true selves!!

[Maeve · Rating 2 out of 5]

Started off with some reflections that help put things in perspective. When comes to the "suggestions" chapters, it was the usual formula - make time for yourself, your husband, your kids, your friends, your job.... Never quite gets past the classic problem that there's one of you and 24 hours in a day!

[Sarah Strickler · Rating 3 out of 5]

I had this one on my list for awhile. And while I can't say I loved it, I have to say that I'm glad I own it. I find it's one of those books that's good to pick up once in a while and read a chapter or two.

[Samantha · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5/5. A helpful and quick read with good tips on how to balance and make space for time for yourself and fulfilling relationships with your family.

[Danielle Swanson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Simple, honest advice that frankly might help anyone, not just mothers. Good reminders of how to make and keep boundaries.

[Beth & Luna · Rating 3 out of 5]

I wanted to like this book but it was bougie as hell.

[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked the simple message of this book. It gave me some new insight into leading a more balanced life, getting priorities straight, living by what our family values the most. I can raise my kids without loosing myself in the shuffle! A quick read with many great tips for any type of mother....working, stay at home, new mom, old mom.....

[Jen · Rating 2 out of 5]

Easy to get through... practical suggestions, a bit repetitive.

[Amy · Rating 2 out of 5]

I didn't think this book contained anything "new" nor did it inspire me to do those things I know I need to do.

[Lori · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good.

[Allison · Rating 3 out of 5]

Practical and affirming thoughts on how to seek balance in life as a mom.

[Candice · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. It is a quick read with a lot of really good tips from parenting to getting the time you need for yourself.

[Kristie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great ideas for creating balance in your life! Easy read, lots of content to put into practice, or at least think about.

[Melissa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some good tips