Your mental health
Parenting and mental health
It can be tough to be a parent if you struggle with your mental health, but it is so important to take care of yourself. There is lots of information and support available to parents if you do find that things are getting on top of you.
Bucks Mind
Bucks Mind has a variety of information available including:
- The challenges of parenting with a mental health problem
- Taking care if yourself
- Support available
Anna Freud - Self-care
Anna Freud has a lot of information and support available to help you take care of yourself whilst taking care of your children. They talk about putting yourself first, looking after yourself, staying connected and much more.
Gingerbread - Single parents
Being a single parent comes with its own challenges and can make it harder to take care of yourself. Gingerbread has advice and where to get help if you are struggling with your mental health.