Mommy's Time Out: Moms Stop Acting your Age!

Many women feel the minute they become a mother they have to change everything from the way they speak to the way they dress. In doing this, women often lose themselves in and stop being true to themselves. Moms, reclaim yourselves and hold onto that youthful attitude!

Here are 10 things every mom should do to stay youthful:

1.  Pick up a magazine other than Martha Stuart or Parents. Keeping up on fashion trends and celebrity gossip can help you understand our youth and take your mind off of and carpooling.

2. Go and take a risk. Buy a piece of clothing in a bright color you usually wouldn't wear, add accessories to liven up any outfit, update your shoe collection with a pair of leopard ballet flats or jeweled sandals. Skinny jeans are a must!

3.  Indulge in some trashy . Go ahead! It won't kill you and it may actually amuse you.

4.  Go to the. The most difficult thing about exercising is actually getting there. You will leave feeling accomplished and energetic. If you make exercise a priority you will find time to do it.

5.  Update your look. Nothing feels better than a new . Add bangs or try a new style or color. The good thing about hair is it grows back.

6.  Clean out your closet and donate your old clothes. What to keep and what to get rid of? Rid yourself of anything you haven't worn in a year, anything that doesn't flatter your body type, and anything you wouldn't be seen in public wearing.

7.  Curse! (Not in front of the children of course.) Whatever words you stop yourself from saying- say them. Maybe in private, but yell, scream, stomp. Let it out! Stop being so composed.

8.  Say no and mean it to someone other than your children. You do not have to do everything and please everyone. Put your wants first, even for just an hour.

9.  Throw on some bronzer. Give your face a . It will instantly make you look brighter and not so sleep deprived.

10. Girls Night Out! Every mother need some girl time. Make sure its somewhere children are not allowed. Drinks, , whatever you and your closest friends enjoy doing. Be greedy and make it once a month, you deserve it.

We would love to hear from you.  Let me know what you do to keep true to yourself!