How to support your mental wellbeing as a busy working parent

With more energy or better mental focus, 53% of parents said they would prioritize being more available to have fun with their family. 49% said they would use that energy and focus to live a healthier life and 46% said they’d participate in hobbies/activities more regularly. Well, we’ve looked at the statistics and we’re keen to offer you some solutions – so that you and your family can get the most out of life.

26% of working parents forget to exercise

Our top 3 solutions

• Go easy on yourself! Running around after kids can be a workout in itself
• Focus on workouts that you can do with your kids (read 20 Fun Workouts To Try With Your Kids)
• Talk to your partner/family about a daily allocation of “you time” where you can workout and recharge

33% of working parents forget to eat regularly

Our top 3 solutions:

• Eat when your kids do
• Carry a superfood smoothie with you and sip on it throughout the morning/afternoon
• Carry healthy snacks with you throughout the day e.g. nuts, seeds, fruit and raw vegetables

35% of parents who work from home/an office get the “Monday blues”

Our top 3 solutions

• Create a morning routine that helps you begin the day in a positive mindset, even if it’s just listing three things that you’re grateful for
• Start a Monday tradition of treating yourself to a tasty lunch with a friend/family member
• Reward yourself at the end of the day: find something achievable that you’ll enjoy. It might be taking your kids to the beach after school or booking in a nanny for the afternoon so that you can have some “you time”

44% of working parents forget to stay hydrated

Our top 3 solutions:

• Put a big glass/bottle of water on your bedside table at night. Gulp it down with MitoQ first thing in the morning
• Running around after preschoolers? Every time you remind them to drink water, remember to have a sip yourself
• Set water break alarms on your phone

6/10 parents said they don’t get enough sleep

Our top 3 solutions

• Create a sleeping schedule/routine that supports YOU and your kids
• Create a relaxing sleep environment in your children’s bedroom/s and your own
• Stay away from coffee later in the day

64% of parents feel they would be better at balancing work and parenting if they had more energy

Our top 3 solutions:

• Our customers frequently report experiencing a lift in energy and mental focus after taking MitoQ. Begin your 3-month trial and start supporting your energy and focus on a foundational level
• Ask for support: you might not realize it, but your loved ones are likely more than happy to spend a few hours with the kids so that you can rest and restore your energy
• Read How To Have More Energy Without Using Caffeine

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