Tag: Wellbeing
-
My go to pose to help children calm down – FAST!
One thing that always makes me laugh as a parent of very energetic children is seeing posts like do this pose to help your child calm down! And it’s like… that’s just not going to happen. They’ll often share how to do the pose and best ways to practice but what you rarely see is…
-
Fight, Flight, Freeze: The Impact of Stress on Children and How You Can Help Them
Stress. Ugh. It can creep up on you slowly or throw you right into the deep end. Life is full of ups and downs. Looking on the bright side of things isn’t as easy as Monty Python (Life of Brian) would have you believe. Stress is a part of life. As much a part of…
-
Beginner’s Guide to Family Yoga
What is Family Yoga? Family yoga is a practice that goes beyond individual practice, it’s all about practicing together. This could be one to one time between an adult and a child, it could be siblings practicing together, or the whole family. Family yoga isn’t limited to just parents either, it’s a chance for grandparents,…
-
Navigating Meltdowns: Beyond Calm Parenting—Unpacking the Realities and Banishing Guilt
Toddler tantrums are one thing but have you ever experienced your older child have a complete meltdown? It can be intense! And sometimes it catches you off guard and you can feel totally unequipped to support them, especially if you’re doing everything you can in your power to stay calm yourself! In this post I…
-
Creating Daily Rituals: A Mindful Approach to Self-Care for Parents and Kids
In the whirlwind of daily life, carving out moments for intentional rituals might seem like a luxury, but for children and families, these rituals are essential building blocks for a harmonious and balanced life. In this blog post I will share with you my own experience with adding in daily rituals as well as five…
-
5 Must Know Practices when your child is HYPER and you haven’t even had your coffee yet!!
Do you know those mornings? Have you had those mornings where you didn’t sleep great (definitely nothing to do with staying up to late watching Netflix or scrolling on your phone) and your child bounces into the room full of energy? You reach for your phone, thinking it couldn’t possibly be that time already….. but…
-
Stressed Out Kids? Here’s How to Calm Their Nervous System
As parents and caregivers, we want the best for our children. We want them to be happy, healthy and well-adjusted. However, in today’s fast-paced world, children are exposed to stressors that can leave them feeling overwhelmed and anxious. The good news is that there are many ways to help calm their nervous system and bring…
Family Yoga with Natasha 