Taking care of aging family members can be challenging, especially if you have a family of your own to look after. If you don’t have any support or assistance, it can become incredibly overwhelming. Taking care of yourself is essential for ensuring that you can give your parents (and your family) the best care possible. Don’t Feel Guilty First things first, never feel guilting for wanting to take care of yourself. You’re not selfish for needing to get rest, eat, sleep, and do the things that you enjoy. You’re not a machine, and no one should expect you to act like one. Just like everyone else, you need care and support, too. Reduce Stress Trying to juggle aging parents and your children can be stressful. Too much stress can have significant consequences on your mental and physical well-being . It can also lead to burnout, which affects how well you’re able to care for everyone around you. Make time to do something you enjoy to reduce stress, whether that’s a l