Love Yourself First!

Self-care and self-love in parenting are like a life jacket; you need to prioritise yourself before looking after your children.

- Kayal Arivalan

Parenting is undoubtedly one of life’s most rewarding journeys, but it is also a demanding and exhausting everyday task. There are joys, emotional highs and rewarding experiences, but the responsibilities that parenting entails can often be overwhelming. In the hustle of nurturing and caring for others, parents often forget the fundamental aspect of their own well-being. This is where the importance of self-care emerges – parents must love themselves first before showering love on the family.

SELF-CARE IS A NECESSITY, NOT A LUXURY

Self-care is the need of the hour for sustainable and fulfilling parenting. Taking the time for self-care contributes to improved physical and mental health. Engaging in activities that bring joy and relaxation enhances emotional resilience. Whether it’s pursuing a hobby, spending time with friends, or simply enjoying a quiet moment, we all need activities that recharge our emotional batteries. “For me, these moments are often found in the quiet pre-dawn hours,” shares