Caregiving is challenging! Caregiving takes countless forms — parenting babies, being a foster parent of teens, acting as a caregiver for an aging family member, co-parenting alongside someone else- the list goes on! No matter the setting, no matter who you’re caring for, burnout is normal. But self-care can help. When you care for yourself, you’re better equipped to help those in your care. Let’s explore how parents and caregivers can bolster mental health.

Parents and caregivers can set children up for success by planning ahead, communicating proactively and prioritizing mental health both now and throughout the year. Check out this back-to-school mental health checklist to get started!

It’s essential parents learn to recognize child mental health warning signs and know when and where to ask for help. Learn those signs here.