Plan the vacation that's right for you
Pick a vacation that will be a change of pace. If you're uninspired by your everyday life, then pick something exciting, like an exotic locale or camping or rock climbing; if you're overstressed, go to an all-inclusive resort or take a cruise.
And if you do need a week of relaxation, plan out your downtime during it. "Don't do all the side trips and see all the sites," says Beuermann-King, explaining that when she recently took her two young children to Florida, they spent every other day sightseeing and the rest of the vacation relaxing by the pool. Follow her example and plan a few days to just enjoy your family's company. Lower your stress while there by booking as much of your trip in advance as possible, and try to get package deals or all-inclusive offers to simplify the process.
Go back to work stress-free
Ease your transition back into your daily routine by adding a day off to the end of your vacation, so you can unpack, buy groceries and get organized when you return. Give yourself the same cushion at work by having your e-mail and voice-mail messages say you'll be returning calls and e-mail a day later than your actual return date.
Most importantly, says Beuermann-King, don't treat this vacation as your last, and be realistic about what can be accomplished. A well-planned vacation makes you a better mother, lover -- and even a more productive worker. "It gives you a chance for your body to return to a normal, relaxed state," she says. So take all your days, and use them well. See you at the beach!
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