Parent Self Care 8/10/23 Parent Self Care 8/10/23

S.U.R.F.F.ing the Wave of Parental Wellness: Self-Advocacy, Unconditional Love, Rest, Friends, and Fun

Surfing the wave of parental wellness involves not only tending to the needs of our children but also taking care of ourselves through self-advocacy, unconditional love, ample rest, the support of friends, and embracing the fun side of life. Keep reading to explore how these five pillars of self-care contribute to a more joyful and rich parenting experience.

Parent Self Care 8/2/23 Parent Self Care 8/2/23

10 Reasons Why Reading is a Kick-Ass Self-Care Practice for Parents

Reading hits many self-care categories, such as physical self-care (improves sleep), emotional self-care (stress management and builds empathy), intellectual self-care (personal growth and learning), and social self-care (book clubs). Keep reading for 10 benefits of adding reading to your self-care routine.

Parent Self Care 7/25/23 Parent Self Care 7/25/23

Seasonal Self-Care: 5 Summer Self-Care Tips for Parents

Summer signals a time of rest, play, and fun–for kids. However, for parents, the change in season also means piecing together affordable childcare and camps while parents that work outside of the home also juggle regular work responsibilities. Keep reading for 5 ways to nourish yourself, a new YouTube conversation with a fellow therapist and mother, and free worksheets to boost your fun this season.

Parent Self Care 7/24/23 Parent Self Care 7/24/23

The 5 Ss of Self-Care: Self-Compassion, Snuggles, Sunlight, Snoozing, and Self-Advocacy

Among the myriad of self-care practices available–and steering away from companies marketing expensive products that promise improved wellness–the 5 Ss of self-care can help ground parents and help them prioritize their well-being. Keep reading to learn more about the significance of self-compassion, snuggles, sunlight, snoozing, and self-advocacy.

Parent Self Care 4/30/23 Parent Self Care 4/30/23

Adding More Nourishment to Your Life as a Tired Parent

Grab your FREE Self-Care worksheet that helps you identify the difference between draining and nourishing activities in addition to 50+ self-care ideas + 6 inspirational quotes.

Parent Self Care 1/8/23 Parent Self Care 1/8/23

4 Parental Wellness Tips for the New Year

The New Year is a natural time for people to reflect on the past year and think about what they want from the year ahead. I hope these four wellness ideas will leave you feeling supported and empowered for 2023. Click to access FREE self-care planners and resources.

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 8/23/22 Parent Self Care 8/23/22

The Difference Between Self-Care and Self-Indulgence

Self-care is a mix of things that you look forward to doing (such as spending time with a dear friend), and things that are hard to do (such as setting limits in a challenging relationship). However, when it comes to fun self-care there is a difference between nourishing self-care and self-indulgence or “unhealthy” behaviors.

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

Free Mindful Self-Compassion Webinar

Learn 3 ways to disempower your inner critic and 3 ways to grow your self-compassionate voice. We are often our own worst critic, but there is a different way. Modeling self-compassion is the most effective way to teach your children how to be kind to themselves.

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!

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23 Self-Care Quotes for Parents

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

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Self-Care for Parents Is Giving the World the Best of You

Enjoy this guest post by wellness consultant Kabrena Williams. This blog differentiates self-care from selfishness and helps you figure out how to stick to a realistic self-care routine. Williams also shares 10 of her favorite self-care practices that are simple for parents.

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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 2/7/22 Parent Self Care 2/7/22

7 Benefits of Self-Compassion for Children and Parents

Most people think self-compassion is only tender, but it can also be fierce. Find out the surprising benefits of self-compassion and download your FREE self-compassion poster.

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 1/11/22 Parent Self Care 1/11/22

Be Kind to Your Mind Poster for Kids: 9 Growth Mindset, Self-Care + Mindfulness Affirmations

Help your kids build new neural pathways that are compassionate, kind and encouraging by using positive affirmations. This poster is Pop It themed because of how much the students I work with enjoy these fidget toys.

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Growing Your Self-Care in 2022: Get Your Free Self-Care Worksheet

As we head into a new year, let’s take what worked from last year and create an even more nourishing 2022. Use these four questions to reflect on the past year, and grow your self-care.

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 12/22/21 Parent Self Care 12/22/21

Self-Care for a Broken Heart: 7 Ways to Care for Yourself when Your Heart Hurts

The holidays can be a particularly difficult time to have a broken heart. But, even in the most painful times, you can treat yourself with tenderness and compassion. You can surround yourself with loved ones, or build the community you need to cope. Healing is always possible.