So That Home Conditions Remain Conducive, Here Are Tips For Managing Stress For Parents

JAKARTA - The stress experienced by parents can have a big impact on children. Sometimes parents do not realize that they are under stress. If left continuously, the stress that parents initially felt would only last longer on their children. So that it will affect the formation of children's traits and attitudes to adulthood, ranging from abuse, negligence, to violence.

In this article, you will find out tips in the form of solutions to prevent stress as a parent. So you can avoid behavior that can have a negative impact on both yourself and your child.

"It's not easy, but separating work life and personal life is important," said pediatrician J. Michael Wertman, MD, as reported by Cleveland Clinic, Monday, August 14. Have a brief conversation with friends, partners, or co-workers to help relieve work stress before you return home. This can help emit negative energy.

If the traffic jams return home causes stress, try relaxing, take a deep breath, while listening to music. Remember, there is no better taste than going home and getting a warm welcome from the kids.

Choose to do activities with children that make you happy.

"You will feel better and treat your child well too," said Dr. Wertman.

Like sports? Train your child or support him when there is a sports match. If you like to read, read your little one a book and invite your child to have a light discussion. This is a activity that produces positive results and encourages you to create closeness with your child.

No matter how busy you are, don't forget to spend time for yourself every day.

"Even if it's only an hour at night after children sleep, it's very important to have reset time as parents," said child nurse practitioner Crista Zufan, CNP.

"Doing things you like at night is a great way to relieve stress and relieve stress," said dr. Wertman.

Sometimes feel overwhelmed? Don't be afraid to ask your family or partner for help. There's no need to try hard to be a superhero father or mother if in the end it can all have a negative impact on your mental and physical health.

Stable mental and physical conditions make it easier for you to make better decisions, be a good listener, and enjoy more interactions with your child. You will not be tempted to scream and tend to be the right model of behavior for your little one.

Avoid making excessive schedules of activities every day and on weekends. Balance working time and time with family. A balanced life can minimize stress. Managed stress makes you feel happy to be a parent. The more moments and fun interactions with children, the easier it is to deal with parenting challenges wisely.