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Self-Care Ideas & Resources for Parents
Discover self-care strategies to stay grounded, present, and model healthy habits for your kids.
Related Resources
Evidence-based self-care ideas, tips, and articles.
8 Self-Care Tips for Parents: Practical Advice
Focusing on self-care for parents shows kids how crucial this habit is.
Why Self-Care Is Essential to Parenting
Caring for children with intense needs can take an emotional (and physical) toll on parents.
Preventing Parent Burnout
Learn more about how to meet the emotional challenges of caring for children with mental health issues.
How Parent Support Groups Can Help
By finding other parents who are facing, or have faced, the same issues, many parents feel better able to navigate a path they never envisioned.
Mindful Parenting
Learn about mindfulness techniques that can help take some of the stress and anxiety out of raising kids.
Anxiety and Being Kind to Yourself
How self-compassion can help parents (and anyone else) manage anxiety.
Video Resources
Watch helpful videos with self-care ideas on how to take care of yourself and your relationship with your child.
How can I take care of myself so I can be the best parent I can be?
Parenting can be incredibly demanding, and taking care of yourself allows you to be there for your child.
How can I build and maintain a warm and positive relationship with my child or teen?
Learn how simple actions like creating positive family routines and maintaining open communication can help foster a supportive relationship with your child or teen.
Treatment for Both Kids & Caregivers
The Child Mind Institute offers evidence-based programs and services for kids and their families.
Parent Training
Our expert clinicians work to empower both children and their families.
Group Treatments
In addition to individual treatment, we offer group programs with parental sessions.
Medication Management
We work with our board-certified psychiatrists or with your physician.
