What Is ‘Parental Burnout’ And What Can You Do About It?


It can be difficult for time-poor parents to practise self-care. But when they do, it has a positive impact on their health and on their family. For many parents, the reality of juggling the demands of caring responsibilities on their time, energy and resources leaves them with little time to take care of their own wellbeing. This can result in “parental burnout”. Although the exploration of parental burnout is relatively new, research has identified it as a prevalent issue across global communities and cultures. It’s reported in countries around the world, with the highest prevalence rates rising to 8% of parents in Poland, the United States and Belgium. What are your thoughts LiveTribers? What is ‘Parental Burnout’ and what can you do about it?

Posted by on 27 Jun 2023

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    yelsha42

    Don't have kids

    Posted by yelsha42 on 16 Dec 2023

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    kendallx3

    Probable cause trying to do too much.

    Posted by kendallx3 on 16 Dec 2023

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    MS

    Not my issue. Learn to modify their time better I guess.

    Posted by MS on 14 Aug 2023

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    vlee

    When my partner and I had kids I made the decision to stay home and look after the children and the house. I felt that was the best way for me to be able to cope with parenthood and not feel too much pressure on me. I was lucky my partner had a decent job where he earned good money and he was happy with how we worked it all out. I really didn't miss working and we still managed to pay all our bills and eventually paid off our house so we have no rent or mortgage now. I can't imagine both of us working back then and paying high fees for childcare. It would have put so much pressure on us. So many couples these days both work.

    Posted by vlee on 17 Jul 2023

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    Jay

    It is a common problem for parents who has work on the side. if they have financial pressure, they can share the load with other relatives of friends who can help out a little bit. If they have no financial pressure, they should hire someone to share the load.

    Posted by Jay on 17 Jul 2023

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    Eug

    Most people go through the process of parenting. We just have to find time and strength to fulfill our obligations and do what our parents have done before us.

    Posted by Eug on 17 Jul 2023

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    Farrukh

    Parental burnout is real and the parents should make a realistic approach and keep themselves aware of how practical things can be done and should also take time for themselves as well.

    Posted by Farrukh on 10 Jul 2023

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    coaster

    I think this is only occurring due to selfish parents wanting it all. Once you are a parent this is your destiny. Perhaps one partner can give the other partner a break i.e. a few hours by themselves but basically you are responsible for your children. My ex was away most of the time and I was the full time Mum of 3 children under 5 with 2 being 12 months apart. He is out of the picture and the kids are still in my life even though they are all nearing 50. They are beginning to help me now although I do not ask them. I worked part time or full time, ran the house, did the school work with them, went to sports days and weekend sports etc. shopped, did the garden and lawns you name it. I organised myself as best I could depending on circumstances i.e. sickness etc. I never thought about how hard it was, I just did it as did my mother and my sisters. I think nowadays we have a generation of selfish people - not all but generalising.

    Posted by coaster on 29 Jun 2023

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    Allan

    Thanks for these words coaster as this is exactly how it should be looking after the kids as a top priority because the benefits far outway dollars.

    Posted by Allan on 23 Aug 2023

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    Paula

    I don't think I have ever heard such a load of rubbish. My husband was in the RAN for 22 years, many of which were spent away. We had 3 children and I worked, so it was all up to me. I didn't have time for burnout and I ruled my family with an iron rod, I had to otherwise my life wouldn't have been worth living. When my husband retired from the Navy he got another job where he was away all the time, as a result my children are quite close to me and we have a very good relationship. I'm only sorry that as I was so busy the years passed by far too quickly.

    Posted by Paula on 28 Jun 2023

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    tassiegirl

    Make sure you take time to look after yourself. Get plenty of sleep when you can, eat well, give yourself time out for a massage, to read, get a haircut, go out for a coffee etc. Parental burnout is real and is caused by lack of sleep and lack of support. Ask for professional help if you need it eg go to the doctor and get a mental health plan drawn up so you can get free sessions from a psychologist.

    Posted by tassiegirl on 28 Jun 2023

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