Newly Crunchy Mama Of 3
  • Home
  • About Me
  • Current Giveaways
  • Recipes
  • Cleveland ROCKS!
  • Giveaway Linkys
  • Disney/MARVEL
  • Blog Policies
  • Disclosure Policy

Guest Post: Dual Parenting- How to Balance Children and Older Parents By: Health Writer, Mary Albert

7/9/2011

1 Comment

 
Being a mother is always an amazing experience, even though it can be stressful at times. For some of us, our parents are getting to the age where they need a little more help and assistance in their daily lives. This can put anyone in a compromising position where they need to play a dual role as a caregiver, and can be very stressful if you're not really prepared or ready for what you are getting involved with. To help find the balance between maintaining your own family and helping your own parent(s), here are some tips:

-Don't move your parent into your house if you do not get along well. While it might seem like the most efficient solution, it will create unbearable tension in the home and make things even more stressful. Some people don't have great relationships, and there are still ways that you can help your parents without having them under your roof if it doesn't work for you.

-Make sure that your children don't feel the brunt of your stress. It can be difficult taking care of two different situations at once, but you need to stay focused as a mom and give your kids the support and love that they need. If mom is always tired from helping grandma, the kids are going to get discouraged and miss out on the attention that they need to thrive.

-Consider things like medical alert systems. These devices can offer your parent the chance to maintain their independence and you will both have the peace of mind that you deserve in knowing that they are protected in their own home. There are plenty of other aids and supportive tools that are available to older adults that can assist with independence so that they don't need as much help from people.

-Talk to your parents and kids before making any changes. With your parent, you need to figure out what is best for their specific needs. Sometimes, they will have a strong opinion and other times they will seem apathetic about what happens. Either way, you need to work together to find a solution. With your children, you need to make sure that they know what is going on and that your helping a parent isn't going to cause them to miss anything. They cherish their time and attention from you. You need to make sure that you show them that it isn't going anywhere.

Taking on the dual role as a caregiver can be stressful for anyone. If, however, you take the time to prepare yourself and make sure that everyone is on the same page, it can be a lot easier. Your parents need you, almost as much as your children do, and it is going to be up to you to help them enjoy the rest of their life without feeling like a burden. With these tips, you should find it a little easier to do.

Mary Albert is a health advocate and blogger for Lifestyle Health Guide. She writes regularly on topics like health and wellness, elderly safety, and medical alert systems.
1 Comment
Samantha Cooper link
1/15/2012 03:06:09 am

I agree, a <a href="http://seniorsafety.com">medical alert system</a> can be a huge asset to you and your parents who are aging yet still living independently. Knowing that help is constantly available offers piece of mind and opportunity.

Reply

Your comment will be posted after it is approved.


Leave a Reply.

    Picture
    Page Ranking Tool
    Future Google PR for www.newlycrunchymamaof3.com - 5.53
    The Web Newly Crunchy Mama Of 3

    Be My Friend!

    Enter your email address:

    Delivered by FeedBurner

    RSS Feed

    PR Friendly Mama!

    I'm Brandy, a happily married, proud mama of two munchkins and a teen.  You can read more about me HERE. If you're interested in building a working relationship, please feel free to e-mail me at: NewlyCrunchyMamaOf3@gmail.com

    Picture
    Picture
    Picture
    Superior Source Brand Ambassador
    Follow this blog
    I am an Ordained Dudeist Priest
    Picture
    GhostBed
    Picture
    Picture

    Links We Love :

    Brandy Nelson (@BrandyNelson) - influencer profile on Dealspotr
    dealspotr.com
    Picture
    Picture
    SheSpeaks Blogger Society
    Mom Buzz Media
    Picture

    Archives

    December 2020
    November 2020
    October 2020
    September 2020
    August 2020
    July 2020
    June 2020
    May 2020
    April 2020
    March 2020
    February 2020
    January 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    March 2019
    February 2019
    January 2019
    December 2018
    November 2018
    October 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    December 2017
    November 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    September 2015
    August 2015
    July 2015
    June 2015
    May 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015
    December 2014
    November 2014
    October 2014
    September 2014
    August 2014
    July 2014
    June 2014
    May 2014
    April 2014
    March 2014
    February 2014
    January 2014
    December 2013
    November 2013
    October 2013
    September 2013
    August 2013
    July 2013
    June 2013
    May 2013
    April 2013
    March 2013
    February 2013
    January 2013
    December 2012
    November 2012
    October 2012
    September 2012
    August 2012
    July 2012
    June 2012
    May 2012
    April 2012
    March 2012
    February 2012
    January 2012
    December 2011
    November 2011
    October 2011
    September 2011
    August 2011
    July 2011
    June 2011
    May 2011
    April 2011
    March 2011
    February 2011

    MyFreeCopyright.com Registered & Protected

Media Contact Info:

Please contact me at newlycrunchymamaof3@gmail.com with all inquiries.
Proudly powered by Weebly
  • Home
  • About Me
  • Current Giveaways
  • Recipes
  • Cleveland ROCKS!
  • Giveaway Linkys
  • Disney/MARVEL
  • Blog Policies
  • Disclosure Policy