 Twenty-One Ways to Avoid Single Mother (Parent) Burnout On weekends, give to yourself and your child. Try not to think of work. You will be more productive when Monday morning comes around. Use a small, inexpensive tape recorder to plan events, schedule appointments, or list important to-dos. When you're driving to the day care and work in the morning, attach it to your visor, and you and your child can record whatever comes to mind during busy traffic. Drive and at the same time "read" that novel you've been craving, or let your child listen to her favorite adventures. Delegate everything you possibly can to others. Ask for help. And get the kids to pitch in (yes, a five-year-old can help set the table and fold laundry) whenever possible. |
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