Harvesting Mindfulness: Embracing Autumn’s Rhythm
As autumn unfolds its golden palette and daylight saving ends, families often find themselves navigating new routines. The earlier sunsets bring cooler evenings and invite us to slow down—a stark contrast to the busyness of summer. For young families especially, this seasonal shift can feel both grounding and challenging. This blog includes: mindfulness practices for families, ways to adjust to time changes mindfully, and embracing autumns rhythms.
Wisdom & Community Knowledge: A Compass for Parenting
Parenthood is a deeply transformative journey, filled with decisions that shape both our lives and the lives of our children. In a world overflowing with advice from books, social media, and experts, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But true clarity often lies within—rooted in our own instincts, values, and inner wisdom. By pausing to reflect on what feels right for us as parents, we can make decisions that align with our unique family needs.
Equally vital is the power of community. Sharing stories and insights with like-minded parents creates a supportive space where we can learn, grow, and feel less alone in our challenges. Parenting thrives on connection—to ourselves, our children, and those who uplift us. By embracing both inner wisdom and community knowledge, we can navigate parenthood with intention and ease, creating a life that reflects our dreams for our families’ future. Read more »
Finding Centre Amidst the Chaos: The Benefits of Sama Vritti for Parents During the Holiday Season
The holiday season can be one of the most joyous times of the year, filled with celebrations, laughter, and the warmth of loved ones. However, it can also become overwhelming, especially for parents juggling the demands of family, work, and social commitments. In the midst of the chaos, it’s essential to carve out moments for ourselves to reconnect and ground our energy. One powerful tool that can help in this endeavour is Sama Vritti, or “equal fluctuation” breathing. Learn more about this pranayama practice and its benefits.
Embracing Holiday Self-Care for Parents
As we approach the festive season, the concept of self-care often comes to the forefront of our minds. But what does self-care really mean, especially for new parents? The term has become ubiquitous, frequently appearing in articles and social media; however, it’s easy to overlook its importance as we get swept up in the hustle and bustle of holidays.
Self-care is not just about bubble baths and pampering; it's about carving out sacred time to nurture your needs—emotionally, mentally, and physically. New parents carry the immense responsibility of caring for their newborn while navigating their own fluctuating emotions, sleep deprivation, and changing family dynamics. It’s vital to recognise that taking care of oneself is not selfish; it’s essential. This blog explores self care practices for parents.
How a Postpartum Doula Can Support New Parents: Beyond the Basics
Bringing a new baby into the world is one of life’s most rewarding experiences, but it can also be incredibly challenging. New parents often find themselves navigating sleepless nights, emotional highs and lows, and the complexities of caring for a newborn. This is where a postpartum doula can provide essential support. While many people are familiar with the general role of a postpartum doula, this blog will delve into some unique and often overlooked ways a postpartum doula can support new parents during this transformative time. This blog provides insight into the unspoken aspects of the postpartum doula role.