Parenting Through Pain

Parenting can be exhausting. We always expect ourselves to be perfect. The truth is, we're human. We are going to have rough days. We just have to find a way to get through it. Whether you're dealing with emotional pain or physical pain, here are my top tips for getting through it.

Wake Up Early

When you're dealing with depression or chronic pain the thing you want to do the most is sleep. I get it. But I am telling you, waking up a little early so you have some peace and quiet to sip on your coffee before the chaos starts can be a game changer.

Be Honest

Be honest with your family. Tell your partner and your kids how you're feeling. Let them love you. Sometimes we have to be honest with ourselves and talking things out with the people we trust the most can be exactly what we need.

Use Your Village

Don't be afraid to ask for help. There's people in your life who love you and they don't expect you to carry everything alone. We aren't invincible and need a break once in a while.

Schedule Self Care Days

Make self care a priority. Get that baby sitter. Even if it's just to sit in a cafe or go to a movie by yourself. You deserve to feel like a human being and get some time to yourself.

You Don't Have to Push Through

When you're feeling any sort of pain, your body and mind are so preoccupied with that it's almost impossible to be the best parent you can be. You don't always have to put your family first. I know, I know, that may sound terrible. But how are you going to be the best version of yourself for them if you aren't ever thinking about yourself? We aren't machines that just keep running no matter what. Your fuse will short, your energy will be low and you'll eventually snap. Put yourself first for once. It's ok.

Hope this helps,

<3 Bri