Does being a parent stress you out? You are not alone! 

On this week's episode, Kari Hawker-Diaz speaks to author Florence Ann Romano about tackling the pressing issue of parental stress, which was recently flagged by the U.S. Surgeon General. 

They dive into what’s causing all this stress and how it trickles down to impact kids’ mental health. Florence shares insights about the importance of community support and offers practical tips on how to build your own "village." They discuss the six types of villagers every parent needs, how to shake off guilt when asking for help, and the importance of setting realistic expectations. 

Kari, Brooke, David, Kaime and Elora host Fresh Living on KUTV, which airs on CBS Channel 2 every weekday at 1 pm in Utah. You can follow Fresh Living on all social media platforms @kutvfreshliving and watch our show on YouTube.