Parenting &Fatigue – maybe that’s why I needed a day off?
I have a few medical problems that sometimes cause me to need extra rest. Extra rest in terms of the people who are similar in age and such. So, when I ran upon an article entitled “Parenting and Fatigue – Tips to Overcome Parental Exhaustion” I was immediately drawn in. You see, I look around and more often than not, I see people my age, with kids my age and they are doing so much more than I do. They are constantly in and out of the house, running errands, cleaning, doing their own laundry, taking their kids to great places and simply enjoying themselves. All of it seems to be a lot more than I ever mange in a week.
Now, I know, I have some medical issues but they aren’t that severe, I certainly should be able to handle my life at this age. And, once I read the article, lack of sleep, too many chores, unruly kids, and unsupportive spouses are listed as the main reasons for parental fatigue. Well, let me just tell you, I get plenty of sleep, I do very few chores, my children are a bit on the wild side but husband is extremely supportive and handles a majority of the childcare duty once he arrives home at night.
So, some of the suggestions come in ideas that I think we are all aware of, we just push to the side in the name of trying to get more accomplished. Nutritionally balanced diets, regular exercise, ample sleep, relaxation and socializing are listed as some of the biggest culprits. Well, I will say that I meet the standard in most cases other than relaxation and socialization and even lately I’ve been high on the socialization train.
Go read the article, see what you think and come back and let me know.
March 5th, 2009 at 1:29 pm
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