AT HOME WITH HOMER: Parent Burnout — with Stephanie Dua

Kanika: Parents are juggling more than ever these days. You have so much on your plate as a mom of three and the president and co-founder of HOMER, how do you avoid burnout? Stephanie: We often put so much energy into our children that by the end of the day, we have nothing left to give ourselves. Burnout can make us feel exhausted, moody, and just not like ourselves Stephanie Tips:

It’s about special things, not the everything

Stop thinking doing everything is critical, its not

Access clear expert-based guidance on what matters for your parenting goals

See diverse points of view combined into ranked results from developmental experts, educators and experienced parents (our experts on the front line).

Discover ways to get the ‘jobs’ off your plate

Self - care is child care

No matter how busy your kids keep you, it’s important to take time alone so that you can recharge

Self care is child care -- Reference recent conversation with Dr. Harold Koplewicz

Arrange a baby-sitting swap with a fellow mom, giving you both every other Saturday AM off

It’s about the connection, not perfection

Not everything needs fixing

Reject parenting fomo, you’re the best person to decide what’s right for you

Screen time - fubbing. Connected or disconnected.

When used correctly, screen time can give you those quick breaks throughout the day

HOMER can increase early learning scores by 74% in just 15 minutes a day. That’s screentime you can feel good about, while also allowing you to enjoy a cup of coffee in peace :)

Don’t compare yourself to others

Everyone may look like they have perfect lives on social media, but the truth is that we’re ALL growing and facing different challenges.

Audit your social network

Unfollow those that make you feel less than

Find some new accounts that make you feel seen, heard and that embrace

Create memories, not perfection

Remind yourself that no one has the perfect life

Create a weekly tradition, ex. Dua Family UNO

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