Taking time to pamper yourself is just what the doctor ordered!


Springtime is here, and the stores are filled with new fashions in cheerful colors. Even if you don?t want to load up on maternity clothes that you?ll only be wearing for a few months, you can still brighten your wardrobe with a bright tee or handbag. And nothing makes you feel pretty faster than a new lipstick or a pair of earrings. So grab a friend, and indulge yourself in a day of shopping!

Step-by-Step:

1. Choose a friend that will be fun to spend the day with, and pick a date.

    

2. Be sure you have taken care of all your obligations from childcare to your job, so that you can relax and enjoy your day interrupted.

    

3. Head to a shopping center that includes a maternity store with great fashions and/or a department store with a maternity department.

    

4. First stop: your favorite make-up counter. If you really need a lift, ask the make-up artist to give you a new look. Don?t feel obligated to buy every product used.

    

5. If you live in a warm climate, or will be vacationing before the baby?s due, consider a tankini bathing suit. You can buy the tops and bottoms separately, and they are incredibly flattering.

    

6. Enjoy a leisurely lunch!

Materials:
A friend
A checkbook or credit card
Or...a friend with a checkbook or credit card
Cash also works