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Parents
As a parent your role in any given day is endless, from protector, to nurturer, to provider. Our lives have become more complicated and so too has
the parenting we must provide. You are constantly thinking of your child and their needs that often your own come last or not at all.
Self-care is of utmost importance in order to maintain all of the above. Read some tips we have compiled for you to give yourself the time you
need and deserve. This in turn will instil healthy habits in your children allowing them to grow up and become independent well rounded adults,
more able to deal with the growing pressures of life.
Do you push yourself hard? Slow down and let it go..
Find a half hour to walk/run/exercise makes the rest
of the day more manageable.
Say No as when you say ‘Yes’ to someone; you say
‘No’ to yourself and put yourself under pressure.
When you are ‘losing it; step back and deep breathe
to calmness
Ask for help and accept the help or support that is
offered.
Get 7/8 hours sleep at night
Be moderate in food and alcohol
Take time for a hobby, an interest or simply time to relax.
Everyone has something they enjoy; but do you take time for
yourself? It may be Cooking, gardening, music, art, sport, etc.
Maybe with young children a hobby has been forgotten; so taking
an hour in the week that is just for you can be a start. Perhaps a
class you join with a friend so you enjoy the class, the company
and getting out of the house!
You will be a better mom if you take a little time and space for
yourself.
Reduce your expectations
Ease up on yourself! So many of us are hard on ourselves
and our inner critic works overtime! Stop criticising
yourself, and instead say “I handled that well” or “I did
my best”.
Accept yourself exactly as you are – when you do; you will
ease up on everyone else as well!
Be Kinder to yourself
Simply this means throughout the day; be aware of your needs and
find a way to meet them.
Set a date night with your partner
Arrange to meet a friend or someone who is a ‘spark’ person
in your life
Every day; take a few minutes of time and space for you to
do something you enjoy whether it is listening to music, a
short relaxation/meditation or a soak in a candlelit bath.
Often, the time can be got through less screen time, so
disconnect
Click to read more on this topic
https://www.alustforlife.com/mental-health/children-and-adolescents/why-parental-self-care-is-essential-for-childrens-emotional-wellbeing
To find out some information about wellbeing courses in your local community follow the link.
Physical Self-Care
Relaxation
Ease Up on Yourself
Treat Yourself Better
Practice Kindness, Patience and Compassion
Parents
As a parent your role in any given day is endless, from protector, to nurturer, to provider. Our lives have become more complicated and so too has
the parenting we must provide. You are constantly thinking of your child and their needs that often your own come last or not at all.
Self-care is of utmost importance in order to maintain all of the above. Read some tips we have compiled for you to give yourself the time you
need and deserve. This in turn will instil healthy habits in your children allowing them to grow up and become independent well rounded adults,
more able to deal with the growing pressures of life.
Do you push yourself hard? Slow down and let it go..
Find a half hour to walk/run/exercise makes the rest
of the day more manageable.
Say No as when you say ‘Yes’ to someone; you say
‘No’ to yourself and put yourself under pressure.
When you are ‘losing it; step back and deep breathe
to calmness
Ask for help and accept the help or support that is
offered.
Get 7/8 hours sleep at night
Be moderate in food and alcohol
Reduce your expectations
Ease up on yourself! So many of us are hard on ourselves
and our inner critic works overtime! Stop criticising
yourself, and instead say “I handled that well” or “I did
my best”.
Accept yourself exactly as you are – when you do; you will
ease up on everyone else as well!
Click to read more on this topic
https://www.alustforlife.com/mental-health/children-and-adolescents/why-parental-self-care-is-essential-for-childrens-emotional-wellbeing
To find out some information about wellbeing courses in your local community follow the link.
Physical Self-Care
Ease Up on Yourself
