Caregiving

Self-Care (Player 2)

Definition

Each of you gets a self-care card regardless of how many children and other responsibilities you have. For some, a daily multivitamin, a good book, and a hot bath fit the bill. Others may have weekly therapy or wellness appointments, and also set aside regular time to exercise. No guilt or shame allowed. Take this important time for you and allow your partner to do the same.

Conception

You need to take care of yourself

Planning

• Determining self-care plan, possibly including the following:
  • Nutrition/supplements
  • Exercise routine
  • Doctor and dental appointments (annual physical and mammogram, bloodwork, dental exam/cleaning, ophthalmology, GI, other specialists)
  • Medications
  • Massage/acupuncture
  • Meditation/quiet time/relaxing (TV)/reading
  • Baths

Execution

• Showing up for and fulfilling your commitments

Minimum Standard of Care

Do each of you feel reasonably well?