
Don't Let Your Kids Drive You Nuts, Do This Instead
101 Fun and Fast Self-Care Tips for Parents to Keep Your Sanity While Raising Tiny Humans
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Discover how to prioritize your well-being while raising children with these practical self-care tips for parents—without sacrificing your sanity!
Feeling overwhelmed by tantrums, messes, and endless to-do lists? Need "me time" without the guilt?
You’re not alone. Parenthood is chaotic, but you don't have to navigate it solo!
That’s where "Don't Let Your Kids Drive You Nuts, Do This Instead" steps in—a lighthearted, supportive guide for surviving parenthood with humor, balance, and deep breaths.
Here's a sneak peek of the practical self-care strategies packed into this book:
- 101 fast self-care tips for even the busiest parent
- 5-minute sanity savers to refresh your mind anytime
- Bathroom escapes and kitchen tactics for peace!
- Humor-infused strategies to help you laugh through the chaos
- Creative chore-as-"me time" hacks
...and so much more!
"Don't Let Your Kids Drive You Nuts, Do This Instead" won’t promise all the answers or a Zen household, but will help you find pockets of peace and more laughs along the way.
Self-care doesn’t have to be a distant dream while raising kids. This guide shows you how to fit it into any schedule.
Forget unrealistic self-care regimens. These quick, actionable tips are easy to incorporate, even if it’s just during naptime or a bathroom break.
By prioritizing your needs, you’ll find renewed joy in parenting, one moment at a time.
Reclaim some peace in the chaos of parenting.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
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- Rush Hemphill
- 12-19-24
Perfect for busy parents!
This audiobook is a refreshing and humorous guide for parents who are juggling the chaos of parenthood with their own well-being. Filled with practical and quick self-care strategies, this book offers solutions for even the busiest parents—from 5-minute refreshers to creative ways to turn everyday chores into moments of peace. With humor and relatability, it encourages parents to prioritize themselves without guilt, making self-care doable during nap times, bathroom breaks, or even amidst the mess. Reclaim joy in parenting and embrace balance with this delightful and actionable guide.
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- 12-13-24
helpful
This guide is a refreshing take on self-care for busy parents, offering quick, actionable tips that fit seamlessly into any schedule—even during naptime or a quick bathroom break. It helps you prioritize your needs without the pressure of unrealistic regimens, showing how small moments can bring renewed joy to parenting. With its practical advice, this book helps you reclaim pockets of peace and laughter amidst the chaos of raising kids.
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- SleepingBeauty
- 01-04-25
Interesting
I never read a book on this topic! The idea of the book is brilliant...and funny :D
The author did a good job in helping me turning daily chores into more "relaxing" without having the mom's guilt. This is because many of the tips are actually involving the kinds in a way way for the whole family.
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- Mercedes Pan
- 01-12-25
Don't be perfect! Try to let it be.
I used to feel like I was drowning in the chaos of parenting.. endless tantrums, and no time for myself. Because I wanted to be able to do everything! This audiobook felt like a friend reminding me to breathe. The tips, like quick self-care ideas and finding humor in the mess, helped me create small, peaceful moments. If you often feel overwhelmed like I was, this audiobook is a must!
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- Jason Witt
- 12-14-24
very concise, informative
I felt the information in this book was relevant and pertinent. It flowed smoothly between topics and was relatable.
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- Ben Clardy
- 12-14-24
A relatable survival guide for parents
This book is like a reassuring friend who gets it—parenting is messy, loud, and exhausting. The tips are refreshingly doable, even on your busiest days. I loved how it focuses on finding small, realistic moments for self-care, like bathroom escapes or turning chores into mini breaks. The humor sprinkled throughout makes it a fun read, not just another parenting manual. If you’re feeling stretched thin and need a bit of sanity, this guide offers simple, actionable ways to carve out peace without the guilt. Perfect for anyone navigating the beautiful chaos of parenthood!
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- Tayia
- 01-20-25
A must read!
If you are a parent of minor children, this is a must read! It provides very creative yet reasonable ideas how to handle stressful situations in a very lighthearted way.. very informative. I suggest a self help book for young adult children as well.
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- Bruce Graham
- 12-16-24
Well written and narrated truths for parenting
There is no such thing as perfect parenting, (as mentioned in one of the bonus chapters!)
Kids will drive you nuts, no matter how hard you try to be serene, and this audiobook can help you navigate this quagmire of self-doubt, occasional failure, and an undercurrent of chaos.
15 chapters, and a few bonus chapters cover topics such as "Quick Fixes When You Are About to Snap", Playtime (For Them), ‘We' Time (For You), Car Cool Downs For Kid Chaos, and Outdoor Escapes For A Mental Reset.
There is something here for everyone, and HIGHLY recommended if you want some seriously powerful techniques to retain your sanity while doing the hardest job on the planet! Highly recommended.
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- HSNPUBLISHING
- 12-26-24
Don't Let Your Kids Drive You Nuts!
“Don’t Let Your Kids Drive You Nuts, Do This Instead” is a practical and relatable audiobook designed for parents managing the challenges of raising children. It combines humor with simple self-care tips, offering realistic strategies to help parents stay calm in the chaos. With its light and approachable tone, this audiobook is both entertaining and empowering. Real-life anecdotes remind parents they’re not alone!
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- ScreenMagic Films
- 01-08-25
Quick Sanity Savers For Busy Parents!
Parenting can feel like chaos on repeat, but this guide came through with simple, practical ideas that actually fit into my day. The tips are creative and easy to try, even when you’re running on empty. I loved how it encourages guilt free self-care, something I didn’t realize I needed so badly. It’s written with a sense of humor and total understanding of what parents go through. Definitely worth it if you’re juggling little ones and your sanity!
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