Mombie…..Mum’s, Dad’s, Aunts and grandparents that are suffering with stress, anxiety, disconnection, chronic fatigue and low mood. Constantly ignoring them selves and self care because they’re so caught up with doing everything for everyone else. Does this sound familiar??
My reason for choosing this topic is that I have been Mombie to, going through the motions of work, parent, sleep… repeat, until I was in a zombie like sate living on caffeine to just have enough energy to just get through the day.
Hopefully you find within this guide some helpful strategies, hint and tips to help to re discover your beautiful self.
Symptoms of Mum burn out:
- Chronic tiredness
- Craving sugary or salty foods
- Dizziness
- Poor disturbed sleep or over sleeping
- Skin breakouts, forehead, cheeks and chin
- Puffiness or dark circles around the eyes
- Poor memory, forgetfulness
- Lack of concentration
- Distracted, disconnected
- Weight gain
What is Mum burn out??
Mum burn out stems from the lack of self, ignoring your body and minds own wants and needs which results is depression, low mood and adrenal fatigue.
The affects of stress on the body
WEST- The adrenal fatigue theory suggests that prolonged exposure to stress can drain the adrenals leading to a low cortisol state. The adrenal depletion would cause brain fog, low energy, depressive mood, salt and sweet cravings, light-headedness, and other vague symptoms.
EAST- According to traditional Chinese medicine, the health of the immune system is governed primarily by the condition of the kidneys, liver, lungs, and spleen.
Treatment for mum burn out:
Herbs and Supplements
Adaptogens for the nervous system
Schisandra, Schisandra Chinensis
Actions – Adaptogen, bitter, liver tonic, nerve tonic, antioxidant.
Indication – Insomnia, chronic fatigue, poor memory, low mood, liver cleanser.
Schisandra is an energising adaptogen, increasing energy levels without being over stimulating. It improves concentration and memory, especially for those who have scattered thoughts
Ashwagandha, Indian Ginseng
Action – Adaptogen, sedative, tonic, nervine, heart tonic, hypotensive, nourishing
Indication – Convalescence, weakness and debility, nervous exhaustion, low libido
Medicinal mushrooms
Reshi, cordy ceps,
Mindfullness
Meditation techniques
Mindful walking in nature
Aromatherpay & Flower essences
Aromatherapy oils and their uses
Destress, wind down – Lavender, clary sage,
Uplift and lighten – neroli, bergamot
Flower essences and their uses
Adrenal fatigue – Comfrey, the root chakra
Stress – Hawthorn, Bog Asphodel
Anxiety – Chamomile
Touch Therapies
Reflexology points and routine
Accupressure and Self massage – points & routines
EFT -routines for anxiety, stress, energy boost
Complimentary Therapies
Nutrition and Recipes for mum burn out:
Breakfast recipes
Soaked oats – goji, ginger,
Lunch & Dinner time recipes
Umami Miso Soup with soba noodle
Bone broth lentil soup
Snacks
Nerve restoring energy balls
Teas
Mood lifting tea