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A spa treatment is often a mystery to us moms...kind of like the state of our private area when we're pregnant. Who has time for that kind of stuff, right? And who wants to spend money on a rub-down your husband can give to you. OK...don't answer that last one. We all know how hard it is to get your man to whip out some oil for a proper massage. (Sorry, honey!)
I had a chat with Dorothy Kim, Massage Therapist and Aesthetician at Body by Brooklyn Spa & Lounge in NYC and she told me how a spa visit can not only make us happier, but healthier and more sane, too. And all that will certainly make us better mommies!
Top 3 Reasons Moms Should Book a Spa Appointment
- It will keep you sane. You'll have some time alone without the kids to de-stress. The spa is a great escape because it allows moms to safely release all of the burdens they have been bottling up from their families and jobs and let go in a safe and non-judgmental environment.
- It will keep you healthy. Massage therapy is not just for pampering, but it is a great way to maintain the body and alleviate chronic pain. Spa treatments have also been proven to lower blood pressure, improve circulation, and remove toxins.
- It will make you happy. A visit to the spa is not only a retreat for the body, it's essential for the mind as well. Spa goers have permission to let go and leave recharged and ready to face the world. It boosts endorphins and makes people feel happy and calm.
And...
Top 3 Reasons We Don't Spa & Why We Should Re-Consider
- We feel guilty for time away for ourselves. Everyone benefits from a nurtured mother. Well watered roots always give birth to a great tree. As a mother, your role is the most important. And caring for yourself will pave the way for your family to do the same for themselves.
- We think it's always too expensive. It's nice to get away without taking days off work or booking a flight. A spa visit is like taking a mini-vacation without having to break the bank. Spas offer discount packages and seasonal deals. Moms can benefit by subscribing to their local spas mailing list to ensure they receive the best of what the spa has to offer.
- We have no time. By visiting the spa, you're providing yourself with better balance, patience, and control, which will make you more organized and competent in your every day tasks. So the time you take out for pampering will create more efficiency in your everyday lifestyle.
Thanks, Dorothy!
I'm making an appointment, what about you?
Body by Brooklyn is in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, New York. They offer yoga, massage, facials, and more. Check out their website for more information.
Also check out A Bath Can Save the Day for a stress reducer at home.
Comments (14)
Well as much as I would love to go to a spa not all of us can. Yes it is to expensive to those of us that are on a fix income. My husband has to be on disability due to uncontrolled seizures and may have to have brain surgery. I am a stay at home mom for the moment due to my husband cannot drive and we still have 3 children to think about and I have no one to help them get where they need to be. I also keep my niece's to help with the income. At this point Christmas is not going to be very good. So how can I even think about going to a spa.
Christy c
Okay, while I think that this whole spa thing would apply well to those families who happen not to have been effected by the current economy (is there even one?), it just isn't realistic for the majority of us. It may not be as expensive as a vacation, but while many families are having to choose between paying their bills or giving Christmas presents, this just doesn't seem realistic or even fiscally responsible. I'd much rather read about do-it-yourself alternatives instead of reading about something like a day at the spa that I know I cannot afford any time in the near future.
Does beauty and style have to be inaccessible to those of us who are financially struggling to keep the family fed and the bills paid? How about some practical, realistic beauty advice for those of us in the majority?
You're kidding me, right? Want to know how many of my friends or their significant others are currently unemployed? More than I'd care to count.
A spa day sounds great. Paying the rent and eating sounds better.
Wow, I think I just laughed my butt off.
How about some suggestions for the AVERAGE American who can't afford things of the like? Such as, I don't know... doing a homespa with things you make from your kitchen?
Yes, you address that we often say it's too expensive. Guess what? That's because IT IS.
Ouch to previous comments! Well, I for one, think people spend their money where they want to... I would rather have a massage once in a while than have cable. We wonder why we're sick, overweight, and depressed, well, we don't take care of ourselves.
Say you get a massage every 6 months-- taking advantage of a special discount $50 for an hour massage or reiki session or whatever. That's $100 a year, add $20 for tip, ($10.00 each time-- just an approximate tip here before anyone jumps my case) that is $10.00 a month.
Cable, internet, McDonald's, candy bars, sodas, that's all fine if you want to spend your money on that, but how much do you spend on that?
KnoxvilleDoula You presume to know what people are spending their money on. Yes, we do pay for cable--because the package deal makes our internet and phone cheaper overall, and we have to have the internet for my husband's job. (Same goes for the cell phones.)
And I can't tell you the last time I had fast food, it's been so long. Think before you speak, please.
I know it's so expensive...but I have this jar that I put dollars in. It's my "mad money" jar. Sometimes it's just singles, maybe a five dollar bill...every few months, I count it to see what I have. When I have enough, I treat myself to something nice...a massage, a cut and color...and it's always a great stress reducer. And I get stressed out! So it's good for me. A spa gift certificate also makes a great gift because it's something people don't often buy for themselves.
Wow, KnoxvilleDoula , presume much?
As to the post in question, dude, seriously? I mean... you're serious? Are you aware of just how badly off people are right now? With the way our economy is, there are SO MANY people who are currently entering the realm of unemployment and uncertainty and are scrambling just to make ends meet because their jobs are laying people off left and right... and you post about... going to the friggin' SPA?
I mean... wow. Spas are cool and all, I'm sure all of my friends who are trying to keep the wolf from the door would love some down time to de-stress and relax and could surely use it, but damn... they're too busy trying to keep a roof over their heads and food on the table and gas in the car (hell, trying to KEEP the car), so they aren't going to be running off any time soon for a jaunt at the spa.
Maybe post about something they can do at home? Maybe wanna try something a little more economy friendly first? You know, just sayin'...
It is expensive and me and my friends often give gift certs as gifts, usually they don't cover the entire massage or pedi but it still helps me get there. There are also a lot of cheaper places than going to a "Bliss" type spa, I have a place in my neighborhood that does massages on a 15/30/60 minute schedule for $15/$30/$60. I try and stop in when I save my mad money so I can get a 15 minuter, it reall does help me, my back and my attiude.
Many people are in a financial pinch right now, but there is different spa type lotions, solutions, and creams out there that are affordable. If you have a significant other why not get those cheaper items and have hubby give you a massage and visa versa. You kill two birds with one stone, you get a relaxing massage and in the end you both can get a "happy ending...."
Our family is in a financial pinch right know and I definitely can not afford to go out to a spa, but I do have some spa products that I have purchased and that is what my husband and I do on a night that we put the kids down to sleep most of the time it has to be a weekend evening, it relaxes us and gives us time together.