Holiday Parenting Tips + The Magnesium Cheat Sheet You need
Navigating the Holidays With Young Adult Children
The holidays can look very different when your kids are young adults. Whether they’re home from college, spending time with in-laws, or you’re navigating an empty nest, here are some tips to make this season meaningful:
1️⃣ Manage Expectations
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Be flexible about when and how you celebrate. Different days, new traditions—it all counts!
2️⃣ Let Them Be
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College kids might want to hang out with friends, sleep, or just crash in their room. Give them space to recharge.
3️⃣ Focus on Who Is With You
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If some kids can’t be with you, make the most of time with those who are. It’s okay to miss the ones who aren’t there while fully enjoying the company of those who are.
4️⃣ Start a New Tradition
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Life changes, and you can too! If you are alone, reach out to a neighbor or look for a place to volunteer. If you’re sharing your kids with their in-laws, start a new tradition like a Christmas morning walk or a drive to see lights. It might just become your new favorite tradition. Speaking of in -laws…..be positive and encourage your kid to embrace that family.
5️⃣ Avoid the Guilt Trip
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There’s nothing worse than making your kids feel pressured or guilty. Instead, focus on making the time you do have together special.
6️⃣ Self-Care Matters
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Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish—it’s essential. Remember, you can’t pour from an empty cup.
While the holidays may look different than they once did, they can still be a time of connection and joy.
To read about the Christmas I drove everyone crazy, check out my blog post: 👉 Read the full article here.
Dr. Mark Hyman’s Magnesium Cheat Sheet
Magnesium is a game-changer for midlife women! From improving sleep to reducing stress, this mineral supports your body in so many ways but it's important to make sure you're taking the right type of magnesium for your needs. The very best place to start is to have a simple blood test that will let you know your levels.
If you hang around me long enough, you'll learn that Dr. Mark Hyman is my go to for anything health related. He recently shared a cheat sheet on the 6 types of magnesium and how to use them, and it’s a must-read.
✨ Here’s a quick breakdown:
- Magnesium Glycinate: Great for sleep and stress.
- Magnesium Citrate: Helps with digestion.
- Magnesium Threonate: Supports brain health.
- Magnesium Malate: Boosts energy.
- Magnesium Taurate: Heart health superstar.
- Magnesium Sulfate: For muscle relaxation (think Epsom salts).
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Those are my "two things" for the week! I hope that wherever you are and whoever you are with this week, you know that you are loved and appreciated!
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