Shaun Harvey
Liz Lange
Self-Care for Parents
Self-Care for Parents
Self-Care for Parents
Thursday 14th August 2025
Explore self-care for parents with Liz Lange. Learn how balancing love, limits, and self can prevent burnout and strengthen family bonds.
32 minutes
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Shaun Harvey
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Mindful Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Mindfulness & Technology in Health
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Self-care is essential for effective parenting.
- Maintaining a strong marital relationship benefits children.
- Setting boundaries helps prevent parental burnout.
- Self-care isn't selfish; it's necessary for well-being.
- Model healthy behaviour for children by prioritising personal needs.
"You can't pour from an empty cup. Your teens, your kids, your whole family benefits when you fill your own cup."
Parenting is a journey filled with ups, downs, and the occasional sideways detour. In this episode of Mental Health Matters, Liz Lange joins forces with Jeremiah and Selina Woodruff to tackle the topic of self-care for parents. They unravel the common misconception that being a good parent means sacrificing everything for your children, and instead champion the importance of maintaining a balance between caring for your kids and caring for yourself.
The conversation is sprinkled with personal anecdotes, including Liz's experience of sharing her pregnancy journey with her older children, highlighting the joy and challenges of parenting at different stages. Jeremiah and Selina share their wisdom on how burnout is inevitable in parenting but can be managed through setting boundaries and prioritising self-care. They emphasise that self-care isn't about extravagant spa days but rather simple acts like enjoying a quiet meal or taking a long shower without interruption.
The trio also discuss the importance of modelling healthy behaviour for children by showing them that it's okay to say no and prioritise one's own needs occasionally. With humour and honesty, they explore how maintaining a strong marital relationship can actually benefit your children, offering them security and modelling healthy relationships.
As they delve into the nuances of self-care versus self-maintenance, they remind parents that taking time for oneself is not selfish but essential for being a better parent, partner, and individual. So, if you're a parent feeling overwhelmed by the demands of family life, this episode is a gentle reminder that you matter too. Tune in to discover practical tips for balancing love, limits, and self-care while keeping your cup full.