A small word but filled with special meaning. Being a mom means many things, especially in times of social isolation. It means to be a teacher, an educator, a friend ready to hear, to welcome, to love and to comfort all the time. Being a mom also means to remember how to be a child… Innocence, fun and relaxing way of living life. Lightouch believes that every mom gives their unconditional love and devotion to be the best version of themselves.
So for you, what does it mean to be a Mom in times like this?
How can parents take care of themselves, benefiting the whole family?
The Coronavirus pandemic has totally changed the way we relate. With social isolation, our home has become our workplace, our children’s classroom and remains the place where we relax and have fun with our family. When you are a parent, self-care is usually not the number one priority on your list, but your children.
If you’ve ever traveled by plane, remember the famous instructions that flight attendants demonstrate before takeoff. One of these main instructions is the parable of the oxygen masks. “In the case of depressurization of the cabin, the oxygen masks fall off automatically. Pull one of the masks, place it over the nose and mouth, adjusting the elastic around the head and breathe normally, only then help the child at your side ”. This orientation, in the first instance, goes against the maternal and paternal instinct for protection. But if the adult is saved first, there is still more hope of saving the child than the other way around.
If we think in a more logical way, we will understand that we can only give what we have. It’s that simple.
In the next post we will come back with practical tips on how to self-care now and always.
