Holiday Self-Care

With the busy holiday season, parents often forget to take care of themselves. Self-care is important to keep you healthy, so you can continue to care for others. Here are some  ways to care for yourself:

• This downloadable PDF activity sheet can help you prepare self-care ideas to fit your needs and lifestyle – Caregiver Matrix

• At times, caring for yourself might be a family activity. You can use these videos to practice mindfulness and meditation with your kids:

• • • Mindfulness for Kids:What does being present mean?

• • • Bring It Down – Flow | GoNoodle

• • • Kids explain mindfulness   

• Look for ways to help reduce stress during the holidays. Are there some activities that you like to do, yet cause stress for your loved one with disabilities? Is there a way to adapt the activity? For example, do the activity earlier or with a smaller group? Consider what the most important activities are to your family.
• Writing in a journal may help you consider new ideas and help clarify what could benefit you right now. These prompts can get you started.