Julia Porter’s Post

As parents, especially of young children, we navigate a delicate dance between the chaos of family life and the demands of our professional lives. Lately, I've been reflecting on a significant, yet universally shared challenge of parenting—lack of sleep—and how it influences our daily lives. The impact of sleep deprivation on cognitive functions is well-documented, yet as parents, we often find ourselves in a constant state of red-eye, dragging ourselves through fatigue to meet work demands and the 24 hour-a-day needs of our children. It's a juggling act that tests my limits, but I've had to develop resilience and ways of prioritising. Navigating work and life on limited sleep has made me more empathetic towards others in similar situations and has pushed me to find coping strategies that work for me. I now live by the adage, 'If it's not written down, it's not getting done,' to help combat tiredness induced forgetfulness. I take longer to reflect on decisions, and bounce ideas off trusted colleagues to make sure I haven't missed anything. Whilst my life is now an endless cycle of sleepless nights and coffee fuelled days, the joy that having children has brought me far outweighs this, and I am learning lessons in patience and endurance that I wouldn't have learned any other way. For my fellow parents navigating this journey, how do you manage the impacts of sleep deprivation on your professional and personal lives? How do you maintain your decision-making abilities and overall well-being? #Parenting #WorkLifeBalance #Resilience #NapTime

Hello, dear network - we are looking for 100 parents and need your help! I am happy to share that Petra Cubretovic and I, both certified Gentle Sleep Coaches®, have joined forces. We would like to find out how working parents are impacted by sleepless nights, caused by their babies/toddlers/children not sleeping well for a prolonged time. 👶🏼 Are you a working parent who has a baby, toddler or child 0-6 years old?  ⏰ Can you spare 9 min of your time?  🙏🏼 Fill out our survey (see the link in the comment section below) 🤸♀️ Win a 90 minute sleep consultation (worth 245 EUR) 🌏 online & across time-zones 🌏 ❤ You will help us tremendously and we will be extremely grateful ❤ We all know that the arrival of a baby can cause interrupted nights during the first few months. However, if you are experiencing interrupted nights for more than 2-3 times a week and if this continues for a prolonged time, it may start impacting your personal and professional life in a negative way. Did you know that 1 in 4 children under the age of 5 doesn’t sleep well? Unfortunately, we don’t talk about it so much at work, especially if our child is older than 1 year old. Is this a taboo? Can we break it? Are we feeling guilty or failing as a parent? How many parents seek out help? 👉🏼You can help us by investing 9 minutes of your time to answer our survey → Find the link in the comment section below or here: https://lnkd.in/e-pBTBW6 🎯 Our goal is to receive at least 100 responses. Can you help us achieve this? Help us reach as many parents as possible to find out what's happening and how we can help. Please comment, repost and share the message! We will happily share our findings once we have gathered sufficient responses. Thanks a million! Xoxo Petra & Vanessa #marketresearch #workingparents #parentwellness #sleeplessnights #gentlesleepcoaching #worklifebalance #newparenting #collaboration #ambition

As a sleep consultant, I often remind parents that you can't pour from an empty cup. Prioritising your well-being is essential for providing the best possible care for your little ones. When you're tired and running on empty, it's challenging to be the patient, present, and loving parent your child needs. Here are a few tips to ensure you're taking care of yourself too: Ask for Help: Don't hesitate to reach out to family and friends for support. You don't have to do it all alone. Take Breaks: Even short moments of relaxation can make a big difference. Enjoy a walk, a good book, or a quiet cup of tea to recharge. Prioritise Sleep: A well-rested parent is more capable of handling the challenges of parenting. Make sure you're getting enough rest. Stay Connected: Maintain social connections with friends and loved ones. These relationships can be a great source of support and rejuvenation. Remember, taking care of yourself isn't selfish; it's a vital part of being the best parent you can be. So, take the time to refill your cup. Your children will thank you for it. Ready to learn more about creating better sleep habits for you and your child? Follow me for tips and guidance, and feel free to DM me with any questions! #SelfCare #Parenting #MentalHealth #ParentingTips #ChildSleepConsultant #TakeCareOfYourself #YouGotThis

Supporting Parents: Sleep is Vital! We know the struggle is real when it comes to getting those precious zzz's while taking care of your little ones. Remember, you're not alone in this journey. Sleep is not just a luxury; it's essential for your well-being and ability to parent effectively. If you're finding it challenging to get enough rest, reach out for support. Whether it's family, friends, or seeking professional help, don't hesitate to ask for assistance. You deserve to feel rested and rejuvenated. Remember, it's okay to prioritise your sleep and well-being. If you're a parent in need of support with sleep for your little one. Reach out today DM the word SLEEP: You don't have to struggle alone. Let's support each other on this parenting journey! #ParentingJourney #SupportForParents #SleepMatters #YouAreNotAlone #ParentingTips #SleepTips #SleepSupport #SleepConsutlant #SleepNanny #NorlandNanny

Putting Your Own Oxygen Mask On First: The Essential Guide to Self-Care for Parents, What does this mean?? As parents, we often forget that we can't pour from an empty cup! ☕️ Neglecting our own well-being can lead to burnout, impacting our parenting effectiveness and our children's well-being. 🤕 Let's explore the importance of self-care for parents and practical tips to prioritize your own well-being: 1️⃣ Set boundaries: Learn to say "no" without guilt 🚫 2️⃣ Prioritize sleep: Aim for 7-8 hours of restful sleep each night 🛋️ 3️⃣ Find time for hobbies or relaxation: Schedule self-care into your daily routine 🎨 4️⃣ Practice mindfulness and self-compassion: Treat yourself with kindness and understanding 🙏 5️⃣ Seek support: Build a network of fellow parents and caregivers for connection and encouragement 🤝 By prioritizing your own self-care, you'll become a better, more patient, and more engaged parent! 🌈 Share your own self-care tips and experiences in the comments below! 💬 #ParentalSelfCare #Wellbeing #ParentingEffectiveness #Boundaries #Sleep #Hobbies #Relaxation #Mindfulness #SelfCompassion #SupportNetwork

Things you dont ever get to see within a neurodiverse house! Sleep: Honestly you dont get to see the bedtimes, the waking up all night, midnight panics because something doesn't feel right or there is a bug! You dont get to see the lack of sleep on a parent and the absolute exhaustion of needing to have awareness and be ready to wake up to a meltdown at 4am! Space: No space is just yours, It is always an open invite for someone to have company or to come to you for support, your space is always shared and open as you know the second you relax and close the door someone will want you. Going outside: ok so yes, we do go outside but you dont see the routines, the considerations and the meltdowns behind going out that door, you dont see people coming home early from holidays in the middle of the night because you are once again getting no sleep in an unusual place. You also dont see the absolute joy, humour and connection that comes with understanding and openness. You also dont see the way one occasional hug can make a whole year You also dont see the way that you lean on each other when the world feels to big! So much goes on behind closed doors that you cannot see! This was why I created my parenting support services, starting at £25 pcm drop a 😍 below and I will message you the details! What is hidden in your world that you wish others understood? #lifecoaching #parentsupport #mumssupportingmums

Struggled with sleep since your baby was born? There will be times you wonder if you made the right decision to have a child, why it is only you having to get up in the night as your partner sleeps on, and somehow manage to put on a brave face in front of friends and colleagues. I've worked with so many parents who feel the same as you, simply wanting their child to sleep through the night. Over the decades I have learnt from the amazing children and families I've worked with and know what it really takes to have a child sleep and do this consistently. It does require patience. It's taken a lot of sleepless nights to get there and just to say that if it works with twins and triplets it can work for anyone. I've cracked it! I have a webinar Chaos to Calm next week and I will be sharing what it takes to have a child sleep well and give you the confidence to see a way through that gets you back to your former self without overwhelm and umpteen wake-ups. If you dream of more ease, less stress and a full night's sleep, request the link by commenting 'me' and we can get you feeling normal again. #babylifecoach #sleepconsultant #familywellbeing #parentingrelationships

We are looking for 100 parents and need your help! I am happy to share that Vanessa De Malmazet and I, both certified Gentle Sleep Coaches®, have joined forces. We would like to find out how working parents are impacted by sleepless nights, caused by their babies/toddlers/children not sleeping well for a prolonged time. 👶🏼 Are you a working parent who has a baby, toddler or child 0-6 years old?  ⏰ Can you spare 9 min of your time?  🙏🏼 Fill out our survey (see the link in the comment section below) 🤸♀️ Win a 90 minute sleep consultation (worth 245e) 🌏 online & across time-zones 🌏 You will help us tremendously and we will be extremely grateful ❤ We all know that the arrival of a baby can cause interrupted nights during the first few months. However, if you are experiencing interrupted nights for more than 2-3 times a week and if this continues for a prolonged time, it may start impacting your personal and professional life in a negative way. Did you know that 1 in 4 children under the age of 5 doesn’t sleep well? Unfortunately, we don’t talk about it so much at work, especially if our child is older than 1 year old. Is this a taboo? Can we break it? Are we feeling guilty or failing as a parent? How many parents seek out help? 👉🏼You can help us by investing 9 minutes of your time to answer our survey → Find the link in the comment section below.  🎯 Our goal is to receive at least 100 responses. Can you help us to achieve this? ⭐Please comment, repost and share the message to reach as many parents as possible to fill out the survey. We will happily share our results once we have gathered sufficient responses. Thanks a million! Petra & Vanessa #marketresearch #workingparents #parentwellness #sleeplessnights #gentlesleepcoaching #worklifebalance #newparenting #collaboration #ambition 

Are you tired of waking up at 3am in a panic? It seems like an epidemic in working mom life. You're exhausted. You finally lay down to sleep. You bolt awake at 3am, as if some internal alarm went off. What is it that’s got so many of us waking up in a sweat in the middle of the night?? In the early days of parenting, it might be from a crying baby. But as time goes on, it’s often the weight of the mental load. 🔥 ↳ all the to-dos that our brain won't let you forget. ↳ even when you're sleeping. The mental load isn’t the only thing that can steal your sleep. But, in my experience, it's a massive issue amongst working mothers. Yet, sleep experts rarely acknowledge it as a cause of sleep issues. ↳ So, probably no surprise that no one's talking about solutions. This opens up a crucial gap in our ability to do the work and caregiving that we want to do in the world. 🔥 Because the 3am wakeups wreck your sleep. Night after night. And without adequate sleep, you can't do your best work. That's why I'm tackling solutions to the 3am Wakeups in this week's episode of The Mental Offload Podcast. You'll learn: ✅ How the mental load becomes a "sleep stealer" ✅ A pre-bedtime routine to prevent middle-of-the-night wakeups ✅ How to get back to sleep quickly if you wake up at 3am The 3am wakeups aren't just some part of working motherhood that you need to suffer through. Tackling the 3am wakeups = more restful nights and more productive days. 🔥 --- Hi, 👋 I'm Shawna, founder of The Mental Offload. I help powerhouse women OFFLOAD the things that sap bandwidth, so that they can RISE at work and in life. 💡Want to see more content like this? Follow me, Shawna Samuel.

I need help. With my morning routine. As a father, I'm finding it challenging to establish a consistent routine when wake-ups are unpredictable and sleep deprivation is real. Question for the dad community: How do you maintain a structured morning routine while juggling the demands of parenthood? What strategies have you found effective for: - Dealing with unexpected early wake-ups? - Managing your own energy levels when you're running on little sleep? - Balancing your personal morning rituals with family responsibilities? Trust me, I'm all for waking up, drinking a gallon of water, running a marathon, and receiving an honorary PhD. However, some mornings that just isn't possible when you have children. Do you have some non-negotiables that you have to get done in the morning? What order do you do them in? I'd love to hear your experiences, tips, and tricks. #DadLife #MorningRoutine #ParentingChallenges #WorkLifeBalance