Parenting Stress: Saving Super-Mom or Super-Dad

This is a section on parenting stress. Are you a super-mom or super-dad? Do you work, clean, cook, transport children to activities, treat sick children and go to work anyway? Are you juggling dishes, laundry, meal preparation, commuting to and from work, and maybe a little community service too?

You would think that with push-button appliances, life would be simpler. Instead, we push ourselves harder and harder, always striving to fit 48 hours into 24. And if you’re reading this website, chances are you’re trying to fit in learning to work from home on top of everything else you’re doing. Whew! No wonder you’re tired and stressed.

What are some ways of coping with parenting stress? Here are a dozen tips for stress relief.

Not all ways of reducing stress take a lot of time. For some thoughts on quick ways of reducing stress, read Control Your Mind and Reduce Stress.

Above all, remember to take care of you. For more thoughts on this, read The Stress of Parenting - Have You Lost Yourself?

One great way to cope with stress is through the ancient practice of yoga, This is an overview of this practice, which is mental, physical and spiritual.

Another ancient practice to consider is meditation. Learning to relax and focus your mind has many benefits for stress relief.

If the stress you're under is causing you not to get enough sleep, explore some of the effects of sleep deprivation. Sleep deprivation can be hazardous to your health.

If your lack of sleep is caused by a new baby, you may be suffering from the baby blues. Having a baby can be very stressful, as can parenting in general. You're not alone if you find it hard to keep your sense of humor. Sometimes we need to hang on with both hands.

We as parents sometimes blame ourselves for our children's behavior. Best-selling author Margaret Paul explores this in her article Parents: Have You Forgiven Yourself?

Are you experiencing burnout? Learn to recognize the signs of burnout, and make a plan to Recharge Your Batteries.

Speaking of recharging your batteries, do you ever feel you don't have the energy to keep up with your kids? Learn how to increase your energy level.

Another great way to relieve stress is massage therapy. The benefits of this form of stress relief are worth exploring.

The holidays often bring their own stressors. Here's Help with Holiday Stress

While you're doing your best to do the proverbial juggling act, do you ever wonder What Kind of Lessons Do Supermoms Teach Their Kids?

Parenting is not an easy job. It is full of continually changing challenges. Stress can be managed, but you have to make a conscious effort to do so.

Stress quote

“The time to relax is when you don’t have time for it.” - Attributed to both Jim Goodwin and Sydney J. Harris

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