As parents we often put pressure on ourselves to be perfect. Perhaps it’s because we see ‘perfect’ families on social media all the time.  But is it possible to be perfect? Or is it even healthy for us to strive to be perfect parents? This week Dr Malie Coyne, clinical psychologist, author and lecturer, helps us understand: The idea of a ‘good enough parent' Why it’s so important to practice self-care How do we get the balance right between looking after our children’s needs and our own.  To find out more about the work that Dr Coyne does visit her website at http://drmaliecoyne.ie and be on the look out for her book, Love in Love Out: A compassionate approach to parenting your anxious child