Return of the Routine: Stress and a Quick Mindfulness Check for Parents

Return of the Routine: Stress and a Quick Mindfulness Check for Parents

The holidays can be demanding; everyone is off their routine, traveling to see family, or having family staying with you. It can all be exciting, fun, and magical, but it can also bring another layer of stress. Never mind the sugar highs and crashes, or the challenge getting children to stick to a bedtime routine. In these moments it’s difficult to stay in the moment and keep yourself from getting sucked into everything you need to get done. »