Parental Stress

Do the stresses of parenting feel overwhelming?

Parenting brings love, purpose, and moments that take your breath away—but it can also bring a level of stress no one prepares you for. Between school demands, emotional ups and downs, work responsibilities, and the constant pressure to “hold it all together,” it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or stretched far beyond your limits.

And if you’re raising a child with special needs, that stress can carry an extra layer of fear, grief, and quiet disappointment you don’t always feel permission to say out loud. I’ve spent over twenty years supporting parents in this exact space, and I understand the unique mix of hope, worry, and responsibility that comes with navigating services, advocacy, and daily life.

At Woodlands Haven, you get a place to slow down and unpack what you’ve been carrying alone. We’ll look at what’s weighing on you, what boundaries might help, and how to build a more sustainable rhythm at home. You’ll learn tools for emotional regulation, communication, and finding steadier ground—even in the chaos.

Parenting is demanding, but you don’t have to shoulder the hard parts without support.