Coping Skills for Parents and Caregivers

As parents, our initial instinct is to prioritize the needs of our children over our own, often at the expense of our own mental health and well-being. But it is important for us to remember what flight attendants remind us on airplanes, that we must secure our own oxygen masks before assisting our child with theirs. Taking care of ourselves enables us to be better equipped to care for our children.

In the following video, you will find practical self-care techniques for parents and caregivers. By caring for yourself, you will then be able to care for your family.

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