When you are a caregiver, self-care and self-love are vitally important. When mentally, emotionally, and physically unhealthy and unhappy, life becomes unmanageable. Being depleted, we run on empty and have little, if not nothing, to give to those relying on…
49. How to holiday-pack for a food allergies toddler with eczema
Packing for a family holiday changed to a sport when we had our Son several years ago. Ever since his diagnosis at 6 months old for multiple food allergies, eczema, and asthma (he’s now 3 years and 3 months), things…
48. How to make plans that work as a caregiver & working professional
To answer this question and make plans that work as a caregiver and working professional, I advocate discipline and a framework. I am pedantic about and never compromise on 6 things. My framework 1. Problem-solving Problem-solving is vital in a…
47. Why we overthink & how to stop
Many things contribute to us overthinking in adulthood. Usually, it’s things we experience and learn in our childhood and adolescent life. As Caregivers, we are susceptible to overthinking because it is a part of our survival response. It helps us…
46. The Good, the Bad & the Ugly of Mother’s Day
Since becoming a Mum 3-years ago, Mother’s Day has taken on a whole new meaning. Before having my Son, Mother’s Day was reserved for celebrating my Mum, mother-in-law, my sister, and my Mum friends. I used to shower my nearest…
45. Best foods & drink to recover from caregiver burnout
If you are always tired, drained, overwhelmed, anxious, and unable to complete your to-do list, you could be suffering from caregiver burnout. This is natural considering our responsibilities – and caregivers across the globe will identify with these emotions. It…