In today’s blog, I hope to give you the permission slip you need to accept that self-care isn’t selfish. Self-care is taking care of yourself, so you can take care of your family. Let me show you how everyone can win, not just when back-to-school hits, but all year long. Kids are sneaky observers of adults’ behavior, so model healthy behaviors like drinking water, eating real food, prioritizing rest, and make it fun and interactive. Choosing yourself and health is an everyday job; make it the best job you have!
Self-Care Tips for Parents:
- Prioritize self-care by focusing on sleep, healthy food, and mindfulness
- Create routines around bedtime, screen time, and communicating about the day-to-day activities
- Seek support and educate the family on mental health
- Practice deep breathing, gratitude, and self-compassion
- Reduce your expectations; no one is judging you harder than you are judging yourself
My 30-second morning routine that has changed everything is using Juice Plus + whole food products before I even pour a cup of coffee. This blend of 30+ fruits, veggies, and berries supports my brain health, immune system, heart health, and energy levels. I take the capsules with a quick glass of water, or add the convenient SuperFood powder to the water and drink the deliciousness down! Before the chaos of the school/work day begins, grab something that says “I’m investing in my family’s health today.”
Meal Prep Tips to Keep Parents Energized:
- Pack lunches during dinner clean up
- Batch meals so you’re only prepping a few times, not daily
- Freeze it all (eggs, leftovers, soups, smoothie bags, pizza)
- Salad in a jar (Join me at a workshop)
- Pack lunches versus take out
- Load up on protein, for satiety and to balance carbs
- Meal subscription services
