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Yes, you read that right. You can’t fill your child’s cup if yours is empty. Remember the last time you were on an airplane? The flight attendant gave you some good advice: Put your oxygen mask on first before helping others. Please don’t stop reading this book. It’s important. Your child needs you.

Remember the section about routines? That applies to you as well. You probably don’t need a reminder to brush your teeth, but having a morning routine and an evening routine, and a routine to signal that work is done for the day, are protective actions you can take to ward off stress. The same is true for sleeping. It’s protective, even though it feels like some days you don’t have time to sleep. And a place to work? Yep. If you work in the home, you need a dedicated space as well. Taking breaks? Absolutely.

In addition, it’s important to note that exercise and nutrition are important factors that can reduce stress. And teachers need you healthy so that we can collaborate with you and ensure your child learns. Take time for yourself each day. And make sure you have at least one meaningful conversation each day with someone outside of your home.

These are the key messages:

 ➔ Develop a life-work balance plan.

 ➔ Keep a dedicated workspace.

 ➔ Set ground rules with the people in your space.

 ➔ Create a morning routine.

 ➔ Maintain regular hours, including sleep hours.

 ➔ Schedule breaks.

 ➔ End your day with a routine.

 ➔ Socialize with colleagues.

 ➔ Have a meaningful conversation each day with someone outside of your home.

 ➔ Develop a healthy self-plan that includes nutrition and exercise.

This is so important, and we really hope you’ll give it a try. In fact, it’s so important that we recommend you have a commitment or accountability partner. Here’s a tool you can use to hold yourself accountable (a downloadable copy is also available on the companion website):

Available for download at resources.corwin.com/DLparents

If, despite your efforts, you continue to struggle, seek the help of professionals who can support you in your personal well-being. Again, your child needs you and we want you to be healthy and happy.