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Special needs life can be hard to get a break from, because of a lot of things...  like your child needs medical assistance and that makes people uncomfortable, or a ton of other things.  It’s crazy, but you can’t force people to watch your child so you can get a break. In this episode, we’ll discuss some tips to help you get creative about getting a break without really leaving your children.  Resources Mentioned: Free 5-Minute Self-Care Journal: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/SelfCare Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/20 Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected

Independence is so important for children. In this episode, we're talking about how to figure out what independence looks like for your children and how to help them become more independent.  Resources Mentioned: Free No-Rush Morning Checklist: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/norush Printable Kid's Chore Cards: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/product/chore-cards-for-kids-chore-ideas-by-age/ Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/19 Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected

Practicing gratitude has many benefits like feeling more positive emotions, improve your relationships & self-esteem, and even reduces materialism. It is an emotion that you can learn to cultivate naturally in your life every single day.  Resources Mentioned: Free 5-Minute Self-Care Journal: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/SelfCare Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/18 Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected

How to get your kids to help out around the house. It's totally okay for kids to have chores and help around the house - it doesn't make you a bad mom. Resources Mentioned: Free Busy Mom's Best Cleaning Schedule: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/clean Kid's Chore Cards: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/product/chore-cards-for-kids-chore-ideas-by-age/ Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/17 Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/

As a busy special needs mom, you're no stranger to never having time for anything. Self-care doesn't have to take a lot of time. In this episode, we're discussing how to fit into your schedule even if you're super busy.  Resources Mentioned: Free 5-Minute Self-Care Journal: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/SelfCare Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/16 Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected

Grocery delivery could really help you save hours every single week. If you're kind of reluctant to do grocery delivery service because you know you’re picky whenever you go to pick out your things, listen to this episode. I'm discussing how it works and the top 3 apps to try. Resources Mentioned: Headache-Free Family Meal Planning: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/mealplanning Walmart Grocery App: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/walmart Instacart Grocery App: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/instacart Shipt Grocery App: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/shipt Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/15 Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/ 

Keeping up with your child’s complex medical records can be a challenge and today, we’re here to make it a lot easier for you.  Resources Mentioned: Free Dr. Appointment Master: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/doctor Special Needs Medical Binder: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/binder Free Cozi App to Manage Your Schedule: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/cozi Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/14 Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/

As special needs moms, we have a lot on our plates. A lot more than other moms. We have a gazillion things to worry about and stress over.  Our minds can get bogged down and full of stress or anxiety on a daily basis… sometimes multiple times in a day. It’s really important to learn how to clear your mind. Resources Mentioned: Free 5-Minute Self-Care Journal: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/SelfCare Headspace App: https://www.headspace.com/   Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/13 Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/

What is simplifying your life and how it can help you live a better and more fulfilled life.  Resources Mentioned: Free Create a Smarter Schedule: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/smartschedule Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/12 Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/

In this episode, we're answering all of your questions about bedtime routines including:  Why they matterWhat time should they go to bedHow to start a bedtime routine if you don't have one  Resources Mentioned: Free Dr. Appointment Master: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/doctor Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/11 Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/

Tired of feeling embarrassed about your dirty house? I've gotcha! Listen for 10 quick tips to help keep your home company ready 24/7. Resources Mentioned: Free Busy Mom's Best Cleaning Schedule: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/clean Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/10 Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/

A lot of people want to know why you should invest in yourself? I say why not?  You have to take care of yourself before you can take care of others.  Listen for more tips on how to invest in yourself today. Resources Mentioned: Free 5-Minute Self-Care Journal: http://joyfullyunexpected.com/SelfCare Show Notes: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/9 Website: https://joyfullyunexpected.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfullyunexpected/