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Building Rhythms of Self-Care Into Our Parenting with Nicole Barlow

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How do you define self-care? Are you establishing a routine of self-care that supports you to meet your kid's needs? Nicole Barlow joins the podcast to discuss how we think about self-care, why it's crucial, and how to create rhythms of self-care in our homes. She is a certified wellness coach, TBRI® Practitioner, and parent trainer for foster and adoptive parents.

In this episode, we discuss:

Re-define self-care
Why is self-care crucial for parents and caregivers?
Why do so many of us resist or neglect self-care?
What are some of the benefits of a well-rounded approach to self-care that might move the needle for someone who says, “I’m too busy…” or “Self-care is selfish, etc.”
What are some of the indicators we might identify in our lives that say we should focus on our wellbeing more intently?
Framing a holistic approach to self-care:
- Physical wellness
  - Emotional & Mental wellness
Spiritual wellness
Where does one start if we’ve never established regular self-care routines?
How can we build from that starting place into overall rhythms of self-care?
Where do practices like meal planning, budgeting, and home management fit into the picture?
What about socialization, building a support network, engaging in respite, etc.?
What do you recommend to parents and caregivers who look up one day and find themselves isolated or without a solid support network?
Where do they start building or re-building that for themselves?
Practical advice to start and maintain a self-care routine
- Walk every day
  - Boost the benefit by walking with a friend
  - Boost the benefit by engaging in quiet time, self-reflection, prayer, etc.
- Engage in strength training
  - Building muscle aids the body in processing stress
- Eat whole foods
  - Nourishing your body aids in regulating and processing stress

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