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Sign Up for Emails- Self-care is important for parents and caregivers to avoid exhaustion, anger, impatience and depression, which can make it harder to care for kids.
- Small changes can make a big difference, and you can prioritize what matters most to you.
- Set goals to reduce stress and come up with some ideas to support your goal. Just trying one idea for a few days may help you get into a pattern of self care.
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To best take care of others, start by taking care of yourself.
Having ways to process your thoughts and feelings can help you recharge. By practicing self-care, you're helping you and your family stay mentally healthy.
Self-care is anything you do to care for yourself so you can stay physically, mentally and emotionally well. It can include things like meditation, exercise, journaling and spending time outside. Self-care can help you boost your well-being and reduce stress.
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- Nearly half of all parents feel overwhelmed by stress due to financial concerns, time constraints and worries about their children's needs and development.
- Learning to manage stress benefits both you and your children. And there are steps you can take to reduce stress.
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