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Prepare for the Overwhelm, Post-Pandemic
In my work with parents and in my conversations with friends, we have discussed preparing for post-pandemic social overwhelm. We acknowledge the importance of being gentle with ourselves, of going slowly as we re-emerge from our sequestered lives at home. I know I...
Nourishing Ourselves
In the spirit of Mother’s Day, I want to write about nourishing ourselves as mothers. I want to give you permission to LOVE ON YOURSELF, Momma! Here are three small steps to nurturing yourself this week (and beyond): Affirm, Assess, Choose one small step. Affirm If...
Transitions: Global, Seasonal, and Day-to-Day
We're in a big transition time right now, with more schools shifting from virtual to in-person learning, spring starting, and summer on the horizon. Many of us have been pretty hunkered down these past several months with the pandemic and some intense winter storms....
Supporting Our Children with Self-Calming
When we, as adults, get flooded with emotions, whether anger, sadness, fear, worry, annoyance, or some other distressing feeling, what do we do? What do we need? Likely, we nurture ourselves in some way, right? If we feel sad, we might call a friend, ask for a hug,...
Power Solutions
During this pandemic, while sheltering in place, have you experienced more power struggles with your child than usual? I know I have! First of all, since the kids are at home more of the time, there is just more time for interactions, both joyful and challenging....
The Surprising Benefits of My Fluid New Year’s Resolution
I have been simmering on the idea of self-care during this time of COVID. Often, it seems as if self-care has certain expectations associated with it. It is either pampering yourself, like having a spa day experience or a massage, or etching out time to do something...