9 Things A Mom Could Catch Up With While Baby Sleeps

Well, commonsense and indeed popular belief would suggest that you should take a nap when the baby sleeps. But after a month of being a parent, you begin to realize that the person who said this probably never tried it. Because it’s probably one of the most uncommon things that moms do. We can’t help it. Maternal instinct won’t let us sleep, even if our eyes are burning with the sheer effort of being open.

In case you’re wondering what moms get up to while the baby is sleeping, here are some activities:

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1. Connect with friends

Baby duties hardly leave you time to relax, let alone enjoy the simple pleasure of meeting friends. It comes as no surprise really that many moms talk to their friends over the phone while the baby sleeps.

2. Take a shower

Raising a baby is not all smiles and cuddles. There are the million diaper changes and those runny noses to care for. And, many women choose to shower while the baby is on the train to dozeyland.

3. Enjoy quiet time with the hubby

Having a baby in your life does bring you closer to your husband. But, you hardly get to enjoy any quality time together. So, the next time you can put your baby to bed, romance your partner for a bit.

4. Read books

Well, it depends on how often your little one wakes up, and how long he tends to sleep for at one time. But reading that book that you bought but never had time to begin, is a good idea when your baby is sleeping.

5. Silent cleaning

We know that you’re dying to sort out the mess that has become your living room. But among the feeding sessions, and the pacifications, you can’t find time to clean. So, take the opportunity to further your OCD when your angel is tucked away in bed.

6. Watch my favorite show

Being a mom is a full-time job. And watching your favorite TV show is something that you have to forgo. But you can still enjoy your favorite TV show. Just make sure you have your headphones with you. But, wear only one of them, lest you can’t hear the baby crying.

7. Pursue a hobby

Remember how you always wanted to take up painting, or writing, but never seemed to have the time. Well…erm, we don’t mean to suggest that your baby won’t keep you busy, but you can use his nap time to do the things you’ve wanted to do.

8. Cook and wash

We know it seems like a rather boring thing to do, but some moms simply can’t do without cooking or washing clothes. And, what better time to do that than when the baby is sleeping.

9. Read the newspaper, even the advertisements

Most moms spend so much time looking after their little ones, they hardly have time to keep abreast with what’s happening all around them. And, many moms make time to read the newspaper when their baby is sleeping.

So, there you have it. Some of the things that moms do when the baby is sleeping. Do you do any of the above? Tell us here.

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