Parent Self Care 12/16/22 Parent Self Care 12/16/22

Winter Wellness For Parents: 13 Self-Care Tips For The Holiday Season

Enjoy 13 self-care tips, broken out by category, to help parents cope with the unique stressors of the winter season. Download the FREE Winter Wellness Guide to help you nourish yourself all year round.

Parent Self Care 11/7/22 Parent Self Care 11/7/22

15 Self-Care Books for Younger Kids

These are my favorite books to introduce kids to the concept of self-care and emotional wellbeing as a school-based mental health clinician. This list is focused on elementary school kids that are ages five to ten.

Parent Self Care 10/19/22 Parent Self Care 10/19/22

6 Ways to Navigate the No Kids to Kids Transition with Your Self-Care Routine

Having kids flips your self-care routine upside down. Here are six things you can do to help with the transition if you are a new parent.

Parent Self Care 5/3/22 Parent Self Care 5/3/22

4 Ways to Practice Self-Care During Mother’s Day

Tips to make the most of your Mother’s Day this year and going forward. Mama, your role and work deserves to be celebrated!

Parent Self Care 4/29/22 Parent Self Care 4/29/22

Grow Your Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Skills through Journaling

Get a sneak peek inside the new guided journal that accompanies the book, “Good Morning, I Love You: Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Practices to Rewire Your Brain for Calm, Clarity, and Joy” by Shauna Shapiro, PhD. The post highlights journaling research and five benefits of mindfulness and self-care for parents. You’ll also read the story behind my mindfulness practice that started over a decade ago in my first graduate school class with none other than Shauna Shapiro, PhD!

Parent Self Care 4/22/22 Parent Self Care 4/22/22

23 Self-Care Quotes for Parents

Stay inspired with these self-care quotes that speak to our experience as parents!

Parent Self Care 2/28/22 Parent Self Care 2/28/22

6 Ways to Embrace Imperfect Help for Parents

Gatekeeping is when a parent prevents other caregivers (including their partner!) from getting involved in certain aspects of child rearing by telling them how to clean the bottles the “right” way or stepping in to do bedtime when the other parent is available because it is “easier.” If you struggle with gatekeeping, read for six ways to help you accept imperfect help. FREE worksheet for partners included.

Parent Self Care 2/23/22 Parent Self Care 2/23/22

Making Your Self-Care Non-Negotiable

Grab your FREE self-care worksheet to help you make self-care not just a priority, but non-negotiable. Post features G. Michelle Goodloe’s self-care journals and a Black History Month Giveaway!

Parent Self Care 2/10/22 Parent Self Care 2/10/22

Using The 5 Love Languages for Valentine’s Day: 15 Gift Ideas that Will Speak to Your Partner’s Heart

The wonderful thing about the Love Languages is that there is no wrong answer! This goal is to help people better understand themselves and their partner. Once partners learn the love languages, they are less likely to miss the attempts of their significant other to show their appreciation. When you learn to speak one another’s love languages, it boosts connection and overall relationship satisfaction.

Parent Self Care 1/27/22 Parent Self Care 1/27/22

Updated Self-Care Freebie: Fillable Worksheet + Quotes to Keep You Inspired

I’ve put together a couple of my favorite worksheets and made them a fillable PDF. This download features a self-care goal sheet and a self-care menu that you can customize based on your unique preferences. Get your FREE copy today!

Parent Self Care 12/27/21 Parent Self Care 12/27/21

8 Self-Care Products to Make Your Winter Brighter

My favorite self-care products for parents as we face another winter amidst a pandemic. Cozy vibes coming your way with books, cozy socks, tea mugs and more.

Parent Self Care 6/1/21 Parent Self Care 6/1/21

11 Ways to Create Community as a Parent

11 Ways to Build Community as a Parent

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The Parent Self-Care Guide to Couples: 9 Ways to Boost Relationship Satisfaction

As parents we can get lost in putting our kids so high on the priority list that we neglect ourselves, our friends, and our romantic partner. Also, adding kids into the mix is a game-changer for the romantic relationship. If you are looking for a relationship recharge after a year of pandemic parenting (who isn’t?), here are my top nine recommendations for investing in your partnership.