A recent study revealed that the average mom works 98 hours every week, the equivalent to not one, but two full-time jobs and working overtime.

Therefore, health and wellness experts are saying that self-care for moms is not an option but a requirement for being a good mother.

Alone time even in the form of a mini vacation alone is needed to feel refreshed, and it can make a big difference in a mom’s ability to cope, focus and do her mom duties.

They also say momcations can improve a woman’s relationship with her partner and can relay an important lesson about the value of balance to her children.

So there you go!

Science says take that vacation or go on that Girls’ Trip and quit feeling guilty about it!