Empathy pt.3
When we teach our children to empathize, we are inculcating the values of authenticity and acceptance - acceptance of our vulnerability and that of others.
To the mama...
Mental health is so important during this time, that's why today I banded together with a group of my favorite ladies to let you know that it's okay to not be okay right now.
Empathy pt.2
It may sound counterintuitive but in order to empathize, we need to first listen to ourselves and ensure we feel safe, happy and secure.
#MomWin
My not so little chubs š©Heās like alright mom enough pictures time for food š the many faces of Luke! ā¤ļøā¤ļøš Luke upgraded from his small chair to his brand new high chair from @be_mindful_kids. We absolutely love it.
Source of Heartache
This balloon was the source of heartache for my little girl yesterday evening.Ā It was a gift and I held it for her on our way home without knowing she had planned to do a victory march with it. She was reminded of the plan as we stepped home and brawled instantly.
Staying Home
We are all stuck in our homes and there seems to be this unspoken pressure on us mamas to make sure that we have tons of activities planned.Ā That we have our days perfectly scheduled, and planned out by the hour.Ā I know I feel the pressure!
Self Isolation Does Not Have to Be Isolating
Although youāre told it stay home, you donāt have to be alone. We have this amazing technology at our fingertips that we can call, video, text and have voice conversations within an instant! ā£
Children Absorbing Anger
One of them has been that we often arenāt aware of our own tone of voice/facial expressions until itās pointed out to us.. Why is this important? Because children model us. A child senses their parents anger and distraction. And they absorb it.
My Daily Routine with a Toddler
When I made the decision to stay home when my daughter was born almost 2 years ago, I had this vision of myself sitting at my desk working on a blog post, while my daughter played on the floor with a few toys quietly. Boy, was I wrong!
Tips for Staying Productive When Working At Home
Working from home has so many benefits, but you need to realize that it is not as easy as you may think. With all this disruption from the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are now faced with āworking from homeā in some capacity. The past two years I have been working from home, while taking care of my toddler, Caroline.
Time of anxiety
Letās talk Coronavirus and anxiety. Your kids are probably home from school for a while. Talk to your kids in a calm way.Ā
Home Activities with Your Kids
The way you think will effect the way you feel. If you think, āThis is awful!ā You will feel awful. Choose healthier thoughts like, āThis is unexpected. And it we can spend some family time. I get to create what this time looks like!ā