self-care
noun
: care for oneself
stroke victims capable of daily self-care
the necessity of busy working parents to take time for self-care
specifically
: health care provided by oneself often without the consultation of a medical professional
Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs are a common route for self-care, and consumers are eagerly using them … —
Alison Stein Wellner
—sometimes used before another noun Alison Stein Wellner At-home screening is one side of the burgeoning self-care movement … —Stephen Rae
Stephen Rae 
Examples of self-care in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
That's why Jasmine Khadija, who has been a flight attendant for two years, always prioritizes self-care.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2024
Here is where self-awareness and self-care are so important.
—Katia Hetter, CNN, 4 Apr. 2024
Cooper-Jones spoke with ESSENCE about prioritizing her self-care, the inspiration and mission for the Ahmaud Arbery Foundation, and having the support of adidas in keeping her son's memory alive.
—Essence, 4 Apr. 2024
Add a little sweetness to your self-care routine with R&R CBD gummies today!
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—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 2 Apr. 2024
Kylie Kelce prioritizes self-care as part of her morning routine.
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 2 Apr. 2024
Cognitive impairment may lead older adults to neglect self-care, including diet, exercise, and blood sugar monitoring.
—Barbie Cervoni, Health, 2 Apr. 2024
One of the first steps is to prioritize self-care, and find a good work-life balance.
—Jia Rizvi, Forbes, 30 Mar. 2024
Enter the foam roller: an affordable and accessible self-care solution that’s backed by science for its muscle-soothing benefits.
—Dana Santas, CNN, 25 Mar. 2024
Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2024
Here is where self-awareness and self-care are so important.
—Katia Hetter, CNN, 4 Apr. 2024
Cooper-Jones spoke with ESSENCE about prioritizing her self-care, the inspiration and mission for the Ahmaud Arbery Foundation, and having the support of adidas in keeping her son's memory alive.
—Essence, 4 Apr. 2024
Add a little sweetness to your self-care routine with R&R CBD gummies today!
5.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 2 Apr. 2024
Kylie Kelce prioritizes self-care as part of her morning routine.
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 2 Apr. 2024
Cognitive impairment may lead older adults to neglect self-care, including diet, exercise, and blood sugar monitoring.
—Barbie Cervoni, Health, 2 Apr. 2024
One of the first steps is to prioritize self-care, and find a good work-life balance.
—Jia Rizvi, Forbes, 30 Mar. 2024
Enter the foam roller: an affordable and accessible self-care solution that’s backed by science for its muscle-soothing benefits.
—Dana Santas, CNN, 25 Mar. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1841, in the meaning defined above
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“Self-care.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-care. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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Medical Definition
self-care
noun
: care for oneself : self-treatment
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