By Jennifer McDougall When caring for someone else, you need to make sure that you are taking care of yourself. So it’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day activities of your loved one that you forget about yourself. However, if you don’t take care of yourself, then how can you be expected to…
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The Best Ways to Cut Costs and Still Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle
By Virginia Cooper Many people think healthy living in Reseda is expensive. But it doesn’t have to be. Here are some great tips to save money while still living a healthy lifestyle. Cut Out Processed Foods Processed foods play a significant role in the American diet. They’re cheap, easy to find, and often more delicious…
Caring for Yourself as a Caregiver Does Not Make You Selfish
By Jennifer McDougall If you’re a caregiver, you know all too well that there’s never enough time in the day. You’ve likely found yourself skipping meals, losing sleep, and feeling like your mind and body are ready to give up. And if you’re guilty about taking care of yourself—even though it’s necessary for your physical…
Parental Fatigue and Kids with Special Needs: How to Create a Self-Care Treatment Plan
By Janice Russell For parents of kids with special needs, fatigue can be a severe problem that threatens to derail your family life and put your health at risk. So it’s vital to take stock of your fatigue levels, create a self-care treatment plan, and monitor your progress to make sure you’re improving. Today, POCWASN…
3 Areas for Caregivers to Focus on Self-Care
By Virginia Cooper Caring for a loved one is a special calling that requires time, understanding, and patience. While giving your time and attention to the special seniors in your life is vital for their overall health, it’s also important to take time to care for yourself. By regularly engaging in self-care activities, you can…
Best Self-Care Tips for Caregivers
By Daniel Sherwin SelfCare4Caregivers is an online community that knows what you’re going through and is there to support and guide you. They offer these tips for you on how to best care for yourself while caring for others. The importance of taking proper care of oneself no matter what phase of life you’re in…
11 Ways to Be a Better Parent for Your Child With Special Needs
What makes a great parent? This is the million-dollar question parents have been asking since the beginning of time. It’s a basic instinct to want what’s best for our kids, especially children with special needs. As parents of children with disabilities, we all hope our children can relish their younger years and thrive when they…
How to Regain Control of Your Life Following a Chronic Condition Diagnosis
Chronic conditions refer to a range of illnesses defined by the fact that they last for one year or more, impact daily living, and require consistent healthcare management. If you’ve been diagnosed with a chronic illness, you may be wondering what your life will look like in the future. Fortunately, you have more power over…
Self-Care: Replacing the Old With the New
Going through significant transitions in life is always challenging, and people often forget to take care of themselves during these times. For example, an important life transition could be a new job, a new house, having a baby, or becoming a caregiver for a loved one. Along with the stress of these situations, you might…
Importance of a Self-Care Routine for New Caregivers
By Daniel Sherwin Caregiving is an activity that demands constant physical and mental effort from the caregiver. While most caregivers disclose that caring for a loved one provides them with a sense of purpose and fulfillment, it also brings its own set of challenges. According to a study, the number of caregivers in the United…
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