Intensive Parenting, also known as helicopter parenting, is widely accepted in the US but is causing burnout among primary caregivers, particularly moms. We must lighten the load by embracing Imperfect Parenting and avoiding gender stereotypes. We can raise healthy, happy, and well-adjusted children by supporting each other without sacrificing our well-being.
Read MoreThe cultural expectations of parenting and the impact of Intensive Parenting on Parents' Mental Health — plus a practice to help you get through!
Read MoreI rewrote the lyrics to “That I would be good” by Alanis Morisette for you, Mama. I won’t sing it for you because that would not be good…
Read MoreMeditation is not mandatory but it can be a simple form of self-reflection that can lead to customized self-care. Notice your emotions and moods, allowing you to attend to your needs before burnout or stress hits. By cultivating mindfulness, you can discover the choices available to you and find insights.
Read MoreSince I wanted to add more gratitude into my life once it started to kick in, I devised fun ways to practice it on the go - because sometimes I can't get to my morning list. The Pick-a-Color practice is a favorite in my house because my kids just like to watch me suffer. Lol jk — but really, I think it’s because they dont believe I can do it - but I can! And you can too.
Mom Tantrums: How I deal with parenting mistakes.
Read MoreWhat if I told you that your toddler’s crusty nose could be a great source of happiness and well-being? You would probably say gross, Stef.
Read MoreLearn how to parent with gratitude by following the simple equation of Intention + Attention + Action + Repetition = Results. Start with setting a GoodAF Mom Intention, such as being a happier and kinder person.
Read MoreYou'll want to read this if you're looking to improve your mindfulness practice. After 20 years of supporting parents, I share why "practical" mindfulness is the only way to approach it. Learn how to shift your awareness and become more present in your life by noticing what you tend to put on cruise control.
Read MoreLooking to establish a nightly gratitude routine? Discover how to pair gratitude with your existing bedtime routine to make it an enjoyable habit that you look forward to. Plus, learn how to reward yourself for sticking to your new routine and make it easy to adapt, just like James Clear suggests in his book Atomic Habits.
Read MoreA fresh take on motherhood can follow these steps reflecting, remembering, and reorientating, which will lead to new growth.
Read MoreI love it. It’s such a simple formula — but of course, instead of a Hot Girl Walk, I go on Hot Mom Walks. My Hot Mom Walks are filled with gratitude, and also self-confidence boosting hip swings, but also I like to reflect on my goals for my self-growth…
Read MoreStart where you are with what you have. What are your mindset goals for 2023? And what are the obstacles that get in the way of well-being and embracing the “same you” as you have always been? We will talk about all these things while hopefully discovering new things about ourselves that don’t come from “fixing” a thing about our motherhood or who we really are at our cores.
Read MoreGratitude does not function in a vacuum, so when we are ready to look at our mistakes, we must cultivate a gentle voice to allow these growth opportunities to teach us what we need to learn without shame. Read more about your Loving Anchor here.
Read MoreAccording to psychologists, burnout is a physiological and psychological state we can reach when the following things go off the rails: Sleep, Healthy Choices (whatever that means to you), Resources, and Support. A state means it’s temporary - which is a good thing, right? That’s our first step out of the tunnel. Perspective to see that even though everything is a mess and so heavy and demanding, it is temporary can help.
Read MoreLaundry, dishes, playroom messes — reframing the things that suck in our lives.
Read MoreI do know from experience that noticing our body states, acknowledging when things are difficult, and labeling our emotions all contribute to becoming O.K. with making mistakes and skipping the Mom Guild on our way to a more grounded and healthy life. Use Stop Signs to make sure this happens on a daily basis!
Read MoreFood is a big issue for parents, from toddlers to teenagers. And that’s why my conversation with Alison Mountford in Episode 20 is so important. We talk about picky eaters vs. opinionated ones. Hobbies and habits help us pause and combat entitlement by teaching children the valuable skill of waiting, whether tending a garden or cooking a simple meal.
Read MorePlan a day just for you - once a year. The Parents’ Day of Rest is every December 21st!
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