HEY OTHER PARENTS - S02E009: Parenting Burnout: Strategies for Self-Care, Stress Relief, and Embracing Imperfection

🎙️ In This Episode:

Parenting is hard—there’s no sugarcoating it. Between sleepless nights, endless to-do lists, and the pressure to “get it all right,” burnout is real. In this episode of Hey Other Parents, we’re talking about parenting burnout: what it looks like, how to acknowledge it, and—most importantly—how to recharge.

What We Cover:

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How to recognize burnout and admit, “Hey, I’m stressed,” to yourself and your family.

Practical strategies to hit reset, whether you’ve got 1 minute, 5 minutes, or 30 minutes.

Why it’s okay to ask for help—and why it’s not a sign of weakness.

How laughter, real talk, and community can lighten the load on tough days.

The power of modeling stress management for your kids so they can learn to handle emotions, too.

We’re normalizing the imperfect side of parenting because nobody’s life looks like a Pinterest board—and that’s okay. So take a breath, grab your favorite snack, and join us for a conversation full of tips, humor, and the reminder that you’re not in this alone.

✨ Key Takeaways:

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Simple self-care tips for parents during overwhelming moments.

Scripts to help clarify your feelings with your kids and spouse (“I’m not upset with you, I’m just stressed about X”).

How to build a support system and find humor in the chaos.

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Couplehood (Paul Riser)

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📞 Join the Conversation: Got a funny story about teaching gratitude or tips to share? Call us at 559-LES-KIDS (559-537-5437) or email us at heyotherparents@gmail.com. We might feature your story in a future episode!

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Let’s Keep It Real:

Parenting is tough, but teaching gratitude doesn’t have to be. Tune in for laughs, relatable stories, and tips you can actually use. Parenting is hard, but you’re not alone!

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❓Question of The Week

What ways have you recognized parenting burnout and how have you dealt with it?

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⏰ Time to Unplug

Michael: A.P. Bio (Netflix)

Sara: David’s Melt In Your Mouth Cookies (Butter Pecan Meltaways)

Mike: Skeleton Crew (Disney+)

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S02E09 | Series Episode 39

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HEY OTHER PARENTS - S02E008: Teaching Kids Gratitude: Thank-You Notes and Politeness When Receiving Gifts

🎙️ In This Episode:

We’re diving into the art of teaching kids one of life’s most important skills: gratitude. Join Michael, Sara, and Mike as we discuss practical ways to encourage thankfulness in kids, from writing heartfelt thank-you notes to gracefully accepting gifts (even the weird ones!).

Whether your kids are struggling to say “thank you” without a nudge or you’re looking for fun ways to make thank-you notes a family tradition, we’ve got you covered.

What We Cover:

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📝 The Power of Thank-You Notes: Why they matter and how to make them fun for kids of all ages.

🎁 Handling Awkward Gifts: Tips for teaching kids to react politely (even when the gift is…unexpected).

🌎 Cultural Perspectives on Gratitude: Exploring how different cultures express appreciation.

💡 Creative Ideas for Parents: Alternatives to traditional notes, like video thank-yous or DIY crafts.

🛠️ Practical Tips: Role-playing scenarios to help kids build confidence in expressing gratitude.

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Resources Mentioned:

Printable thank-you note templates for kids

Fun gratitude activities for families

Our favorite books about thankfulness

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📞 Join the Conversation: Got a funny story about teaching gratitude or tips to share? Call us at 559-LES-KIDS (559-537-5437) or email us at heyotherparents@gmail.com. We might feature your story in a future episode!

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Parenting is tough, but teaching gratitude doesn’t have to be. Tune in for laughs, relatable stories, and tips you can actually use. Parenting is hard, but you’re not alone!

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❓Question of The Week

How do you instill or teach gratitude to your kids?

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⏰ Time to Unplug

Michael: Kobo Libra Color

Sara: Before (AppleTV+)

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S02E08 | Series Episode 38

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🎙️HEY OTHER PARENTS - S02E007: One-On-One Time With Your Kids

Is it time well spent or is it compensating to make your kid feel special for some one-on-one time? We say it's well worth your time! We even have a possible solution for spouses feeling guilt about time away from their kids.

What We Cover:

⏱️ Making Time Count: Why one-on-one time matters and how to fit it into your schedule.

🌟 Activity Ideas: Fun, simple ways to connect with your kids individually.

❤️ Strengthening Bonds: How personal time can build confidence and trust.

😂 Our One-on-One Moments: Stories of the highs, lows, and laughs along the way.

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❓Question of The Week

What kind of guilt do you feel about spending time with your kids and how do you make these times special ?

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⏰ Time to Unplug

Michael: Cobra Kai Season 6 (Netflix) Part 2 of 3

Sara: Interview With The Vampire (Netflix)

Mike: Star Wars Themed Owala Bottle

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S02E07 | Series Episode 37

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