Special Needs Supermom podcast - 39. Taking care of yourself - easier said than done as Supermom

39. Taking care of yourself - easier said than done as Supermom

07/14/21 • 29 min

39. Taking care of yourself - easier said done as Supermom

This episode of the Special Needs Supermom podcast is all about shutting off a supermom brain and why it is important our kids don’t dial or have access to the 24/7 supermom-to-the-rescue-hotline all the time.

I’m a firm believer of quality-me time. But to be honest that’s not the easiest thing for me as a special needs Supermom belonging to the house of Hufflepuff.

Let me explain why.

Taking care of others is who I am. I’ve always took care. First, I had to take care of my parents making them smile again after my young brother died unexpectedly after a medical procedure at the age of 1.5. I was 2.5 years old. Not my responsibility you might say, but seriously how could I not try to make them happy again?

And ever since.

I’ve always been highly sensitive and big believer of fighting injustice and standing up and fight for those that can. Am now 45. And as a special needs Supermom my heart only got bigger.

And I am proud of it. But it is always what can get us supermoms in trouble. Because the sight effect is that it’s hard to tune out. When my kids are in stress, I am in stress. When my kids are in pain, I’m in pain. When they are unhappy.... See the trap?

The funny thing is. I do have quality me-time. Went to a Bob Ross exhibit last week out of the blue. Had a 3-hour long bath. The problem? It doesn’t shut off my brain. Doesn’t numb my 24/7 availability mom radar.

The good thing is I do recognize the symptoms nowadays. I’ve listed a few red flags in this podcast episode. Recognize some of them? Then, maybe like me it is time you find something to switch off your brain. So you can truly recharge and stay that Special Needs Supermom.

We not only need to find something that shuts off our brain, we also must learn how to say no. Realize it is ok to say no. Even to your kids. Especially to your kids.

Hope this podcast helps you say it is ok to say no and realize what you need to recharge. Enjoy via your favorite platform like YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Google, Amazon and more.

Could use a listening ear? Looking for support of women that get it? Join our private Facebook Group to find like-minded women you can share your story with, get support and tips from women who get you, cry, love and recharge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialneedssupermoms

Stay sane 🧘 Stay happy 💃

Nadine

39. Taking care of yourself - easier said done as Supermom

I’m a firm believer of quality-me time. But to be honest that’s not the easiest thing for me as a special needs Supermom belonging to the house of Hufflepuff.

Let me explain why.

And ever since.

I’ve always been highly sensitive and big believer of fighting injustice and standing up and fight for those that can. Am now 45. And as a special needs Supermom my heart only got bigger.

We not only need to find something that shuts off our brain, we also must learn how to say no. Realize it is ok to say no. Even to your kids. Especially to your kids.

Hope this podcast helps you say it is ok to say no and realize what you need to recharge. Enjoy via your favorite platform like YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Google, Amazon and more.

Stay sane 🧘 Stay happy 💃

Nadine

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38. How to homeschool and run a biz - Interview with Jennifer Peyton

Two kids under 6. Homeschooling. Entrepreneur. Jennifer Peyton does it all. I was (and am) in awe! During Covid she pivoted her business from coaching mompreneurs to specifically help homeschooling mompreneurs. Was homeschooling on her wish list? Not at all. But when she got her eldest diagnosed and found out he wasn’t entitled to extra support, she decided homeschooling was the best thing she could do for her kid. It was a search for sure, and still can be challenging (as you might here later on), yet she makes it work.

How? By figuring out the natural cycle of her kid, having systems in place and relax. Time batching, knowing her limits (yay for not being on all.the.platforms) and snack baskets make life so much easier. Her advice to mompreneurs: don’t try to do.it.all, have boundaries and set a time to work on your biz every day.

Jennifer Peyton lives in Ohio with her husband and two kids. She homeschools her son who has ADHD and SPD while running two businesses. She helps other homeschooling entrepreneurs simplify their business so they can create a consistent income and spend guilt free time with their family. Follow her on: Www.Instagram.com/homeschoolbusinesscreative, Facebook.com/homeschoolbusinesscreative, Www.homeschoolbusinesscreative.com

Is your biggest challenge lack of time? Have endless to-do lists and no time for yourself? Would love to conquer time and go from those endless never finished to-do lists to tadaaa lists? While keeping track of your kid’s health, get ideas for and implement mini-breaks, set goals and reward yourself? Check out the Special Needs Supermom Planner at: www.theorangetypewriter.nl/special-needs-supermom-planner/

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40. Summer 2021 - Staycation 2.0 tips from toddlers to teens

Summer 2021. Who would have thought we would still live in a world full of traveling restrictions? Some of you might be able to travel around and/or have no problem doing so, others might have to - or prefer to - stick close to home again this summer. Pandemic or not, summer can be a challenge. Whether you have special needs kids or not, whether you’re staying at home or are able to go on a trip. Therefore episode 40 of the Special Needs Supermom Podcast is packed with fun ideas to do with your kid. From toddler to teen.

Have a Viking Day - Make a ginger bread house, summer edition - Freestyle Lego party (ever played Lego Creationary - it’s like Pictionary but with Legos) - Wii party - (tree) houses - old fashioned bord games and more.

Have a cool staycation tip yourself? Join the Special Needs Supermoms Facebook group and share: https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialneedssupermoms

I hope you have a lovely (remaining) summer.