What Is self-care for parents?

Self-care isn’t just a luxury for parents—it's a must-have for handling the daily challenges of raising a family.

Taking care of yourself goes beyond eating and sleeping. It’s about tending to your emotional wellbeing, nurturing social connections, and making space for personal growth. Each part of you deserves attention.

What does this look like in everyday life? Small but meaningful actions, like:

• Catching up with a friend over coffee
• Taking a walk on a nature trail with your kids
• Coordinating childcare with your partner so you can enjoy a favorite hobby
• Setting boundaries at work when your schedule is full
• Pausing to breathe and reset during a hectic day

These small investments in yourself create ripples of positivity in your family life. When you care for yourself, you not only show up better equipped to care for others, but you also model self-worth—teaching your children that you, and they, are valuable and deserving of care.