Alison Sweeny, host of the Biggest Loser, just recently appeared on The Today Show to promote her new book The Mommy Diet. She is the mother of two kids. Obviously living a very busy life, but making the point that mothers need to take care of their health to become a better parent. She admits that she needed help as well, and was fortunate to be around experts who could share their advice with her.
A mother does need to put herself first regarding her own self care. And in self care I mean eating right, exercising, getting enough sleep and participating in activities that reduce stress. This cannot be more true during the time of a separation or divorce. During separation it is so easy to stop caring for yourself, eating right, finding time to exercise. Women or men facing divorce can become overwhelmed with new responsibilities, worries about finances, their children and the future. It becomes easy to forget what you did to take care of yourself and your family pre-divorce. I know for myself I stopped making home made meals. I know longer had the time to exercise because I was the primary care giver for my children. Sleeping was difficult because I worried many nights. Fortunately, I was conscious of the negative changes, and did my best to continue eating healthy.
What I like about The Mommy Diet , I find it addressing all areas of taking are of yourself, not just eating. Separation and Divorce can affect all areas of one's wellness and health. Although, the book is not geared to single parents. (I have not found one that is.) it certainly looks to be a valuable addition to the cookbook collection.
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