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Meaningful Activities for Naptime
by Lisa Thompson
Updated: Sep. 5, 2015
Originally Published: Sep. 4, 2015
If you find yourself fortunate enough to have all your children napping simultaneously, take a moment to appreciate this rare window of time. Instead of diving straight into chores like cleaning the floor or tackling the remnants of lunch from your toddler’s highchair, consider alternative, more fulfilling uses for this peaceful period. You know that scrubbing the highchair might just increase the likelihood of future messes—like an unexpected bout of vomiting.
- Review Photos from Your Child’s Infancy
Feeling overwhelmed by your active toddler? Looking back at adorable videos from when they were four months old can ease your frustrations—though be cautious, as it may reignite the desire for another child. - Organize Your Cosmetics
Sort your makeup into categories: items you never wear, those you will never wear, and the essentials like mascara. Discard everything in the first two categories because by the time you reach for them again, they could be harboring mold. - Plan Dinner Ahead
After careful thought, you might just decide that it’s more exciting to whip something up in 5 minutes when the kids inevitably complain about hunger. - Send a Sweet Text to Your Partner
Consider a simple, loving message such as, “Could you please grab some cereal on your way home?” This is a kinder approach than your usual frantic texts about the cereal situation. - Watch Movie Trailers
Who has the budget to watch full movies on demand at $16.99 each? You can glean the plot from just a few minutes of trailers: boy meets girl, they fall in love, get married, and then face the chaos of parenthood. - Social Media Investigate Potential Mom Friends
If you want to connect with a fellow mom from the park, do a little research on her background. Knowing her college and music interests can help you gauge compatibility—just remember to keep this information to yourself during initial conversations. - Research Your Ailments
That strange bump on your foot could mean something serious. It’s better to be informed about potential issues rather than waiting for a doctor’s diagnosis. Just don’t let your imagination run wild with worst-case scenarios. - Revisit Old Emails with Your Partner
Nostalgic messages filled with flirtation can remind you of the intimacy you once shared. This could inspire you to rekindle some of that romance—if only you can get the kids to sleep through the night. - Indulge in a Healthy Snack
Perhaps a handful of nuts and some dark chocolate will suffice. You might convince yourself that five handfuls count as a portion—after all, what if you’re small-boned? And remember, dark chocolate is practically health food!
As you enjoy this brief interlude of tranquility, don’t forget to check on the little ones. You might find that their cribs hold unexpected surprises, perhaps even a creative masterpiece on the wall.
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Summary
Naptime can be utilized for a variety of productive activities, from organizing cosmetics to planning meals or reconnecting with your partner through old emails. It’s a time to reflect, snack, and even research, all while leveraging the calmness that comes with children being asleep.