Self Care For Parents

In this compassionate guide you'll find tips and tools to help you set boundaries with others, honor and validate your emotions, and thrive in the face of life's challenges. You'll discover how to protect yourself from hurtful behavior, stop making excuses for others' limitations, forge healthier relationships, and feel more confident in your life. Most importantly, you'll learn how to stop putting others' needs before your own and manage daily stressors.

Parenting is hard. That's why self-compassion is so important. In this empathetic resource, mindfulness expert and psychologist Susan M. Pollak helps you let go of constant self-judgment and treat yourself with the same kindness and caring you strive to offer your kids. Simple, yet powerful, guided meditation techniques (most under three minutes long) are easy to practice while doing the dishes, driving to work, or soothing a fussy baby. Learn to respond to your own imperfections like a supportive friend, not a harsh critic.

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This comprehensive guide will provide you with the essential knowledge and practical tools you need to become an effective caregiver. We'll cover everything from understanding the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's disease to learning how family members can actually get paid for providing care. Most importantly, this book will help you understand that caregiving is a legitimate profession that deserves recognition, compensation, and proper training. You're not just "helping out"—you're providing essential healthcare services that make a real difference in someone's life.

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GOLD MEDAL WINNER 2024 GLOBAL PUBLISHING AWARDS for Teen & Young Adult Literature & Fiction Written by an ex-Vogue and Elle Beauty Editor and AWARD WINNING AUTHOR who knows the media inside and out, "Girl Unplugged" lifts the lid on social media, body love and girl group dynamics to show you how to UNPLUG from the pressure - on your own terms! Are you ready to discover unbreakable self-esteem and total body love? Do you want to "unplug" from the comparison culture of social media and peer pressure? You’ve come to the right place! In "Girl Unplugged: Survival Guide for Teens," you’ll ...

Dr. Jamie Wood and Dr. Anne Peters, two of the most respected and sought-after endocrinologists, provide an easy-to-follow narrative on all aspects of the disease. Offering practical, evidence-based, and common sense help, The Type 1 Diabetes Self-Care Manual will be the go-to reference for everyone touched by type 1 diabetes.

Feeling squeezed between aging parents and not-so-independent adult kids? You’re not alone—and you’re not crazy. Welcome to the Sandwich Generation: where you’re the glue holding three generations together, the family tech support, emotional therapist, financial planner, and emergency contact on speed dial—and no one’s refilling your cup. In this refreshingly honest, laugh-out-loud, and emotionally affirming guide, Genevieve Ford shares the survival tools every woman in her 40s to 60s needs to reclaim her life without abandoning the people she loves. 📌 Inside, you'll discover...

Revised and updated, Take Charge of Bipolar Disorder is a groundbreaking, comprehensive program to help those with bipolar disorder—and those who care about them—gain permanent control over their lives. Most people diagnosed with bipolar disorder are sent home with the name of a doctor and...

Are you an anxious parent juggling your own worries with the demands of raising a family? Do you long for a calmer home but feel overwhelmed by the thought of adding more to your plate? This book is for you. 'Calm Parent, Calm Home' offers practical, 5-minute mindset shift strategies specifically designed for new parents, single parents, parents of children with special needs, and expectant parents. .. Discover how to quickly manage your personal anxiety, foster a more serene environment, and empower your children with healthy coping mechanisms – all without sacrificing precious time. ...

This self-care guidebook offers compassionate coping strategies for grandparents and parents navigating the profound pain of family estrangement. Designed to help heal broken hearts, this resource provides tips for managing difficult moments, setting boundaries, and regaining a sense of peace and resolve amid family alienation. It is an invaluable guide for those seeking to move forward and find happiness despite the challenge of an adult child's estrangement that severs your relationship. Are you a newcomer to ESTRANGEMENT? Or, struggling with children who alienate you? This social ...

Family therapist Nicole Zasowski challenges you to let go of dwelling in your anxieties and fears and instead ask yourself the question: What if it’s wonderful? These questions haunt many of us, leaving us sick with anxiety and frozen into inaction: what if my hope only leads to disappointment?...

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the financial, legal, and technological complexities of dementia caregiving? You're not alone. Millions of families struggle to balance the emotional and practical demands of caring for a loved one with dementia. "Compassionate Care: A Practical Handbook for Dementia Caregiving" is your essential guide to navigating this challenging journey with confidence and peace of mind. This comprehensive resource provides expert advice, practical strategies, and compassionate support to help you: Secure your loved one's financial future: Discover key resources, ...

Being a caregiver can be a difficult role. It requires patience, sensitivity, selflessness, and hard work. Providing care for someone, whether it’s a child, a parent, a loved one, or as a professional requires a high level of self-love and self-care. Caregiving can feel rewarding and hard at the same time. But while it may be a rewarding experience to care for a loved one, the emotional and physical stress of caregiving far too often leads to burnout and exhaustion, causing caregivers to put themselves and their own well-being in the background. Caregivers often feel stressed, neglected, ...

Updated September, 2025! You never imagined you'd be the one making life-and-death decisions for your mom or dad. Now what? When Alzheimer’s or dementia strikes someone you love, it can feel like you're suddenly in charge of everything—without a roadmap. This real-world dementia survival guide answers with detailed and practical advice the exact questions every caregiver ends up facing: What if Mom refuses to leave her home, even when it’s no longer safe? When do I take away Dad's car keys—or checkbook? Should I correct her when she says things that are just plain false? What do I ...

When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, the world can feel like it's tilting on its axis. Fear, confusion, and heartache become constant companions as you grapple with the challenges of caregiving and the profound changes in your relationship. But amidst the storm, there is hope, resilience, and a path toward acceptance that can lead to a more meaningful and fulfilling journey. In this deeply personal and empowering book, a caregiver shares their experience of navigating the complexities of dementia. With warmth, compassion, and practical wisdom, they guide you through the emotional ...

Are you looking for; an excellent resource for teenagers seeking guidance, as well as parents, educators, and mentors looking to support the next generation? This book is; A transformative guide specially crafted for teenagers seeking to navigate the complexities of adolescence with confidence and purpose. Packed with invaluable life lessons, this book empowers teenagers to unlock their full potential and thrive in every aspect of their lives. Engaging and relatable stories and examples make these lessons easy to understand and apply in real-life situations. Covers essential topics like ...

Are you constantly juggling the demands of work, home, and family life? Do you find yourself running on empty, always putting your children's needs first and forgetting to care for yourself? Mindfulness and Self-Care for Busy Parents is here to help you break free from the cycle of exhaustion and overwhelm.

We've discovered the incredible benefits of having a stay-at-home parent, and it's a game-changer! Imagine a lifestyle where you can fully embrace your role as a wife and mother without the stress of a full-time job. This book is your ultimate guide to making the transition from working woman to full-time mother. You and your children deserve the best, and this book will show you how!You'll learn How your family benefits if you stay home Budgeting to live on one income How to earn money while staying home Self-care for stay-at-home moms Misconceptions about stay-at-home moms Questions to ...

Discover simple and powerful self-care techniques that will help new moms conquer postpartum - find joy and fulfillment in motherhood without feeling guilty!