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ZebracornV

Updated 1y ago

Struggling to Parent: Tips for Surviving

What are some tips for parenting when you are in a season where the majority of your days feel like you are struggling to just survive? My kids are 17, 15, 12. My health decline was pretty dramatic and abrupt about 3 yrs ago. They are super helpful and sensitive to my struggles, but I often feel like I don’t have the energy I would like to have (read “use to have”) for the fun stuff or to even stick to a consequence when they do break a rule. Any of you strong and resilient people (parent or not) have any suggestions?! #TheParentGuiltIsReal

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Some suggestions for parenting when struggling with energy and health issues include: 1) Communicate openly with your children about your situation, so they understand your limitations and can empathi...See More

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I can definitely relate. My grandkids are that age. They do still think of me as the physically abled, fun, playground grandma. Honesty is best. They enjoy you, not your physical stamina or athleticism. Some substitues that we do is -reminiscing and rewat hing some of our favorite Disney kid movies -playing board games -driving practice -taking them to the bouncing parks so they can show off and i can sit. Find a new activity, stationary for you and fun.

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