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Feeling Overwhelmed As A Sudden Teacher-Parent?

If you are feeling overwhelmed as a parent right now, it may be because you became a teachers overnight. What did you do in March 2020? “Oh nothing much, just became a home school teacher. You?” You are a parent, a teacher, a cleaner, and a cook… You manage your own schedule, your partner’s schedule and your kids’ schedules too. The flipping of this world on it’s head has left you overwhelmed and irritable. So I’m here to share some possible insights for you.

Helen Farmer otherwise known as @themothershipdxb and I were chatting on the weekend about struggling to sleep. One thing led to another, and the next thing I knew, we were on Dubai Eye 103.8 talking about all things corona, anxiety and how the heck we can cope. We also talked a bit about unexpected grief which is my personal belief of what makes the #stayhome movement hard for so many. Have a listen for yourself:

Carla Buck

Carla Buck

Hiya, I'm Carla. I created this site to be a place that helps you feel calm and empowered as parents, professionals and students. Thanks for visiting my site. I hope you have found it valuable.