How to Keep a Level Head When You’re Raising Multiple Children

When it comes to raising kids, it can be hard. One child might be enough, and sometimes you think it’ll be easier with the second. But, that’s not always the case. Having a stress-free pregnancy is usually the first step, but after the child is delivered, you now have another hurdle: how to deal with two children. How do you do it? Read on to find out the secrets to keeping your sanity when dealing with multiple kids.

Don’t Neglect Self-Care

Self-care is very important. Whether physical or mental self-care, both are incredibly important. For physical self-care, don’t be afraid to take breaks. Even thirty minutes a day will help immensely. Take a walk sometimes, and don’t be afraid to do something that you enjoy every once in a while. 

As for mental self-care, consider an online therapy service such as BetterHelp since they offer online counseling on your schedule. That way, even if you don’t have time to sit in a therapy appointment in between little Susie’s dance recital and your newborn child’s doctor appointments, you can still get the care that you deserve. 

Schedules Will Save You

Seriously, whenever possible, schedule your life out. Even just a daily planner on what you have to do today will make life so much easier for you. 

When it comes to being a new parent, dealing with two people’s lives gets quite hard. But, by having a good plan for what it is that you want, you’ll be able to keep your sanity while also taking care of your family. 

Plus, you can schedule out important things for you and your partner, like that date night you’ve been trying to get to but haven’t been able to.  It’s also a good way to make sure that everything you need to get done gets completed. 

Build a Routine

Routines will help keep you on schedule. Plus, kids work well with routines. If you already have one for your older child, try to put one in place for your younger child. Having a bedtime routine for your older child and your younger child will make this much easier on you. 

Consider packing their lunches too the night before and set up a schedule for the types of food that you’re planning to make for dinner. That way, you won’t be so encumbered by all that you must get done, and instead, handling all of this with a level head.

Don’t be Afraid to Ask for Help

Finally, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Whether it be your partner, friends, or even family, asking for help is good to do. You’re not in this alone.  

Being a parent is quite an experience, and having another kid is both a blessing, and sometimes a very stressful situation for you. If you feel like you’re in over your head as a parent, then take a moment, catch your breath, and try some of these tips to help you face these new challenges.

Marie Miguel has been a writing and research expert for nearly a decade, covering a variety of health- related topics. Currently, she is contributing to the expansion and growth of a free online mental health resource with BetterHelp.com. With an interest and dedication to addressing stigmas associated with mental health, she continues to specifically target subjects related to anxiety and depression.

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