Reflections and thoughts

Peaceful Parenting: The Power of Nonviolent Communication

10 July 2024 As parents, we strive to raise our children to be empathetic, responsible, and emotionally intelligent individuals. One powerful approach to achieving this is through Nonviolent Communication (NVC), a method developed by Marshall Rosenberg. NVC emphasizes empathy, understanding, and mutual respect, providing a framework for creating a nurturing and supportive environment for children. Understanding Nonviolent Communication Nonviolent Communication, also known as Compassionate Communication, is a communication process that helps people exchange information and resolve conflicts peacefully. Rosenberg developed ...

Parenting a Neurodiverse Child

06 July 2024 When you’re parenting a neurodiverse child, this journey can feel even more unique and unpredictable. Your experience as a parent of a neurodiverse child can be transformative, teaching you lessons you never anticipated and deepening your understanding of love, patience, and resilience. Understanding and Acceptance The first step on this journey is understanding and acceptance. When you first notice that your child isn’t hitting the typical developmental milestones, you might be filled with questions and concerns. Receiving ...

Understanding Echoism and how it impacts your life

How does one go from extreme people-pleaser to becoming a mental health advocate?

Time Management Tips for Busy Moms

25 June 2024 Balancing the demands of motherhood with personal goals and responsibilities can feel overwhelming. Time management is a crucial skill that can help busy moms navigate their daily tasks efficiently and find some much-needed moments for themselves. Here are some practical time management tips to help you stay organized and reduce stress. 1. Prioritize Tasks Identify What’s Important: Start by making a list of all your tasks and categorizing them based on urgency and importance. Focus on high-priority ...

Parenting with Complex-PTSD

12 June 2024 For parents living with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (Complex-PTSD), parenting challenges can be significantly amplified. Complex-PTSD, a condition resulting from prolonged or repeated trauma, can impact every aspect of an individual’s life, including their ability to parent. Understanding these challenges and finding strategies to cope is crucial for both the well-being of the parent and the child, both for young and adult children. Understanding Complex-PTSD Complex-PTSD is a severe psychological condition that arises from prolonged exposure to ...

Solutions to mom rage and anger

Understanding and Overcoming Mom Rage: A Conscious Parenting Perspective 9 June 2024 Parenting is a journey filled with countless joys and challenges. For many, staying calm amidst the daily chaos of raising children is a significant hurdle. This difficulty is magnified for parents who carry the burden of unresolved childhood trauma. Past experiences of hurt and distress can resurface during the demands and unpredictability of parenting, making it incredibly tough to maintain composure. The tantrums, incessant questions, and constant needs ...

Embracing Conscious Parenting: A Path to Staying Calm and Regulated with Your Children

29 May 2024 Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging roles one can undertake. The emotional highs and lows can be intense, and maintaining a calm and regulated demeanor often feels like an elusive goal. Enter conscious parenting, a mindful approach that emphasizes awareness, connection, and intentionality. By adopting conscious parenting practices, moms can foster a nurturing environment for their children while also staying grounded and composed. Here’s how conscious parenting can help you achieve a more serene ...

Teach your kids executive function skills

22 May 2024 In today’s fast-paced world, the ability to manage time, stay organized, and make thoughtful decisions is more critical than ever. These abilities are part of what psychologists call “executive function” skills. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or a parent, understanding and enhancing these skills can significantly impact your success and well-being. What Are Executive Function Skills? Executive function skills are a set of cognitive processes that enable individuals to plan, focus attention, remember instructions, and manage ...

Mompreneur: raising kids & growing a business

16 May 2024 Motherhood and entrepreneurship are both immensely rewarding but demanding roles. While being a mother requires nurturing, patience, and selflessness, being a business owner demands ambition, dedication, and strategic thinking. Balancing these two roles can be challenging, but with the right mindset and approach, it’s entirely achievable. In this article, we’ll explore some practical tips on how to strike a balance between motherhood and entrepreneurship, allowing you to thrive in both areas of your life. Here are some ...

Dating in Captivity – Having fun as a couple while raising kids

Embarking on the journey of parenthood is a monumental shift that brings joy, challenges, and a profound transformation to a couple’s life. As the pitter-patter of little feet fills your home, it’s easy to get swept away by the demands of parenting and lose sight of the connection that brought you together in the first place. In this blog post, we’ll explore the delicate dance of dating when you have small kids and the importance of maintaining intimacy as a ...