3 Ways to Teach Your Child Self-Care

The world is moving at a fast pace. Children are living in a completely different world than many of us grew up in and this has led to an increased mental health problem among our youth. According to SAMHSA, one in six children has experienced a major depressive episode. It’s important to teach your child self-care and ensure your child has routine child wellness checks with their pediatrician. Read on to find out more about the various ways you can educate your child on this topic.

1. Explain What It Is

Before you can teach self-care techniques, you must first explain to your child what this term means and its importance. Kids are routinely taught to care for others, but are not taught to care for themselves. You need to contextualize things for your child and help them see the value in putting themselves first sometimes and why they should make time for self-care. You should also always make yourself available to discuss this topic with your child.

2. Practice What You Preach

As a parent, your life can be busy. Setting a great example for kids is vital, especially when it comes to self-care. Make time for yourself and allow your children to see that. If they ask questions about why you’re going to yoga or why you’re getting your nails done alone, reinforce the idea that you are caring for yourself and reiterate why that is important.

3. Give Your Child the Necessary Tools

Teaching about self-care only goes so far. You need to ensure your kid has the necessary tools to practice this. Encourage your children to develop healthy habits, help them with their dreams and their passions, and ensure you get them the necessary health care they need, such as routine child wellness checks.

Self-care is important for people of all ages. Unfortunately, children are not learning what self-care is and why it’s so crucial. As a result of that, many kids are experiencing mental health issues, including depression. As a parent, you can only do so much to instill self-care techniques and guidance into your child. Having a medical professional talk to them and perform child wellness checks is important as well. If you’re looking to schedule an appointment for a child wellness check, we’re accepting appointments. Call us today to get started.

Posted: 8/15/2023