It's Not Easy To Be A Single Parent, Here Are 7 Tips To Overcome Stress When Raising Your Own Children

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JAKARTA - Parenting can be difficult under any circumstances. Without a partner, the challenges are certainly higher. As a single parent, you may have sole responsibility for the day-to-day care of your child.

Being a single parent can result in stress, stress, and physical and mental exhaustion. If you're too emotionally exhausted to raise a child, your little one's growth may be disrupted too.

To reduce the stress of being a single parent, here are seven things you can do, launch the Mayo Clinic, Monday, March 4.

Show love to children

Even though the mind is filled with many burdens, you can't escape showing love to your children. Give him unconditional love and support. Set aside time each day to play, read, or just sit with your little one.

Create a routine

Create structured routines such as regular mealtimes and bedtimes. This can help your child know what you expect of him.

Find a quality daycare or babysitter

If you need someone to babysit, find a qualified nanny or daycare in a safe environment. Be careful when asking friends or new people to supervise your child.

Do not feel guilty

Don't beat yourself up or pamper your kids to make up for your mistakes for choosing the path of being a single parent.

Pay attention to yourself

Include physical activity in your daily routine, eat a healthy diet and get plenty of rest. Set time to do activities you enjoy alone or with friends. Give yourself some time alone by babysitting at least a few hours a week at daycare.

Get in touch

Join a support group for single parents or seek out social services. Contact loved ones such as friends, best friends, parents, or neighbors for help. Participating in religious activities can also be a good source of strength.

Stay positive

It's okay to be honest with your child if you're going through a tough time. But remind him that things will get better. Give your child an age-appropriate level of responsibility rather than expecting him to behave like an adult. Try not to scold your little one when your emotions are unstable.