Parenting while sick is a full-body experience. Your energy drops, your tolerance shrinks, and your brain works overtime to keep up. That’s not a personal flaw it’s your nervous system doing its best with limited resources. The goal isn’t to push through with perfection. It’s to recognize what your body needs and respond with care, the same way you would for your child. That’s what regulation looks like in real life. Take the time to rest where you can. Simplify the day, soften expectations, and remember that repair matters more than getting it all right. Comment REGULATE to learn how your nervous system recharges and what helps it recover. #BigKidsBiggerFeelings #SeedAndSew #ParentingWhileSick #EmotionalRegulation #ParentingTips #GentleParenting #ParentingSupport #NervousSystem #ParentingThroughBurnout