I agree, you need to make that time for yourself, no one else is going to do it for you.

I've been much better about it this time around because (a) life is more hectic with 2 little ones and (b) I learnt last time that if you don't, you start to lose yourself.

You'll be amazed at how much difference even an hour can make. I am very lucky that my DH works long hours during the week but he's home on weekends, so I make the best of that time. I am breastfeeding so I can't be away for a long ime, but if I plan it right, I can be away from one feed till he's due for the next, so about 2.5-3 hours. Today I'm going to get my hair done and I can't wait!!

If I didn't have DH around I would put them in a creche or care of some sort, just to get a break. And like Bec said, it doesn't have to be all day.

You're a mum first and foremost but you're still a person and deserve some time to yourself to do something you enjoy! It's cliche but it's true - healthy, happy mum = healthy, happy baby!