Yummie Mummie

by Tina Shaw
http://www.singleparentbible.com.au/

· Go for a walk, it's one of the easiest ways to lose weight and helps to clear your head.

· Be flexible. Before parenthood (AND work or business) you had daily goals that were achieved; now try to have weekly goals and don't stress if you don't get there. There's always tomorrow.

· Stretch out your muscles. It relieves tension and gets your blood flowing.

· Try to be positive and pat yourself on the back when you succeed. You will be happier for it.

· Establish a pre-sleep routine to wind down from your day. Remove your make-up, have a herbal tea, listen to some relaxing music, enjoy the children being asleep and concentrate on you.

· Accept offers of help (you are only human).

© Tina Louise Industries Pty Ltd 2008

Tina Shaw is the Publisher of the online magazine for solo parents, The Single Parent Bible (http://www.singleparentbible.com.au/) and the Director of the Single Parents in Business network (http://www.singleparentsinbusiness.com/). Tina was also the recipient of the 2006 Australian Home Based Business of the Year in the personal services category and is the author of the book; How to Start a Business for Less Than $100 ' (http://www.biznessbasics.com/). For parenting information, support, business know how, or just a good belly laugh, log on to the above websites.

Tina Shaw is also available for speaking engagements for conferences or small groups ' contact via the web.

• 2 September 08
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