You may have heard the term around, but what exactly is a mom cave? It's that space we reserve for ourselves and use as a calming centre. We asked a few moms what they consider as their mom cave. For Sandra, it's her kitchen; for Lynn it's her office; and for most of the moms asked, it's their bathroom because it's the only room in the house with a lock on it.
"We're very familiar with the man cave - the big screen TV, pool table, beer fridge, office area, etc. But moms - particularly stay at home moms - have traditionally thought of the kitchen as their space. Problem is, mom's space is a working hub where there never is a moment's rest," says celebrity designer and CityLine guest expert Kimberley Seldon.
In a time where women are struggling on a daily basis to achieve balance between work and family, the prospect of burning out is very real. Moms have a tendency to take care of everyone else before they even think of themselves – a main reason why the Mom Cave is becoming so important.
Kimberley confirms the growth of this trend: "Now, we're seeing more women ask for dedicated home offices, project rooms and exercise rooms for yoga or weights. It has to be a place where she can recharge her battery, because no one's happy when mom is depleted."
Top tips for a good mom cave
The goal is to have a place where you can have a few minutes of "me time" in peace and quiet.
• Keep calming colours in mind. Numerous studies have shown that blue is the most calming colour, while shades of green are said to be the most relaxing. It helps to keep your space monochromatic to maintain an even flow.
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