The Overscheduled Parent Trap

Jul 03, 2025

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Are you the default cruise director?

A gentle reminder for the parent doing all the things this summer.

Quick question:
Are you accidentally taking on everyone’s summer feelings and needs?

A mum in our group recently shared:

“I feel like the emotional orchastra director. Planning everything. Mediating meltdowns. Keeping the peace. And I’m so tired.”

It’s common. Especially for parents of kids with ADHD, autism, or high sensitivity. You feel responsible for their regulation… and lose your own in the process.

So this week’s invitation is simple:

✨ You get a say, too.
What do you need this week? Time outside? Quiet coffee? A slower start? Add one of your needs to the family plan. Your regulation is foundational.

✨ Drop the guilt, keep the connection.
You’re allowed to say: “I’m taking a break for 10 minutes. I’ll be back after my tea.” Boundaries are love.

✨ Model imperfection.
When plans don’t work, say: “This didn’t go how I hoped. Let’s figure it out together.” Realistic summer Versus perfect summer.

What would it look like to take you into account this week? Let's talk about SELF-CARE this week in the LIVE membership.

You’re allowed to matter.
And you're doing better than you think.

Remember... you got this. You are doing a good job.

Kindest regards,

Your Child and Adolescent Psychologist,

Lorraine Xx

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