Mom to be knows that it is not easy to nurture her children while taking care of her own physical and emotional needs. Thankfully, there are many ways on how to be a great mom. If you are a mom-to-be, then you might find the useful in helping you become the greatest mother in the world.

• Avoid playing the martyr role. Your children will not ask you to be a martyr. Hence, if you need some time alone, go read a book while your kids are watching TV. Or leave them with your husband and go  out with your friends. Keep in mind that getting exhausted from taking care of your kids is not good for your kids and for yourself. 
• Keep your interests and passions. Mom to be does not have to give up her own interests. If you love to read or write, you must make it a priority and incorporate your hobbies into your routine. Although it is not easy to do, you must know how to keep doing what you love to do. You will be happier if you can also take care of your own needs. Plus, you can portray your role better as a mom. 
• Be patient. Raising kids is not a joke. You may lose your temper once in a while but you must do your best to avoid that temper to go awry. Most moms know that motherhood teaches mothers to become more patient. 
• Teach them the value of living a simple life. You must teach your kids not to associate happiness with material possessions. Teach your kids to borrow books at the library, rather than buying new books. Let them reuse items, instead of purchasing new ones. 
• Train them to enhance their self-esteem. Keep in mind that people with high self-esteem are happier than those with lose self-confidence. You can teach them self-esteem by always talking and listening to them. 

There are plenty more ways that a mom to be can practice to help them become a great mother.What is important here is to be good to yourself so you can impart it to your kids.

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