To all the busy and tired parents out there, this is for you—and your children. Practicing regular self-care is an effective way to model self-love and healthy coping skills for your children. This guide is meant to support you as you kick off your self-care journey, or inspire you if you are in a rut.
Self-Care 101 covers the nine different wellness categories, highlights the cycle of parental burnout, and gives you the tools to overcome the four most common barriers to self-care. There are also multiple mindfulness, self-compassion, and gratitude practices to help you cultivate calmness, compassion, and flexibility. Have fun with self-care DIY projects, worksheets, and games as well. You will also get access to a curated self-care resource guide featuring nourishing books, podcasts, websites, and apps.
Warning: If you try some of these self-care exercises you may experience joy, calm, and gratitude.
About the Author: Kristi Yeh is a parent of two, and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been practicing in California for over ten years. She currently works in school-based mental health as a Wellness Coordinator at a public elementary school. Kristi has been passionate about self-care personally and professionally for years, which led her to start a blog (www.ParentSelfCare.com) and Instagram account (@ParentSelfCare) focused on helping parents invest in their wellness. She is also the co-host of The Mental Mile Podcast (@TheMentalMile) that focuses on parenthood, wellness, and career.