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One Mama Realizes: My Child's Feelings Are About Her, Not Me

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One Mama Realizes: My Child's Feelings Are About Her, Not Me

by Ashley Patek on Mar 03 2021
I had done everything right, and yet my nine-year-old daughter was having her version of a tantrum. And then I realized her emotion wasn't about me ... it was about her. Here is how I helped her process her emotions. 
Why Sibling Rivalry is Good For Kids, And How Parents Can Make It Through

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Why Sibling Rivalry is Good For Kids, And How Parents Can Make It Through

by Ashley Patek on Mar 02 2021
Experts say that sibling rivalry can nurture emotional intelligence, boost social skills, and that children can learn complex lessons about communication, problem-solving, impulse control, and conflict resolution. Here is why siblings argue and what parents can do to help.
Mom And Son

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The Most Precious Gift We Have Is The Accumulation Of Seconds With Our Children

by Ashley Patek on Mar 01 2021
“Mommy, will you lay with me?” The back of my son’s jammie shirt lay slightly spotted as it caught my silent tears. The most precious gift we have is the accumulation of seconds with our children. And this is what they need us to know. 
Who is part of your parenting village?

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Who Is Part Of Your Parenting Village?

by Suzanne Tucker on Feb 26 2021
Join Selina as she leads a mindful moment to send gratitude to those who are part of our parenting village and those who allow us to be part of theirs. 
Time-In ToolKit Helps Mom Realize: My Sons' Behavior Is Normal And Healthy

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Time-In ToolKit Helps Mom Realize: My Son's Behavior Is Normal And Healthy

by Guest Author on Feb 24 2021
This mom feared something was wrong with her three-year-old child. And then she realized that his behavior was a sign of healthy brain development. 
Parenting Still Takes a Village, Here’s 5 Fresh Reasons Why

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Parenting Still Takes a Village, Here’s 5 Fresh Reasons Why

by Ashley Patek on Feb 23 2021
When we realize one truth - that we don’t have to do it all, all of the time, we buttress our child’s social and emotional development right alongside our own. 
Triggers: I Am Close To The Edge

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Triggers: I Am Close To The Edge

by Suzanne Tucker on Feb 19 2021
The emotions that arise in the face of our triggers can actually be a gift, because they give us the opportunity to become aware of the parts of us asking to be. Join Selina as she leads a mindful moment to allow us to meet our triggers with awareness, curiosity, and compassion.
A Parent's Guide: Meditate With Toddlers And Teens To Improve Emotional Intelligence And Resilience

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A Parent's Guide: Meditate With Toddlers And Teens To Improve Emotional Intelligence And Resilience

by Ashley Patek on Feb 18 2021
Even though today’s kids exhibit elevated levels of restlessness, stress, and anxiety, only 1.6% of children in the U.S. meditate. Here are the benefits of meditation on the developing brain and how parents can practice meditation with kids at every age. 
Transform Conflict Into Connection

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Transform Conflict Into Connection

by Suzanne Tucker on Feb 16 2021
Ready to transform conflict into connection? Join social emotional learning experts Elizabeth Sautter, Dr. Rebecca Branstetter, and the founder of Generation Mindful, Suzanne Tucker, for this FREE parent training, live on Facebook. Replacing punishment and shame with positive discipline doesn't happen overnight, but with tools and support, we can offer something altogether different for the next generation. Together we are raising an emotionally healthy world. Thank you for being a part of this movement!
Staying Mindful During Teen Tantrums

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Staying Mindful During Teen Tantrums

by Guest Author on Feb 16 2021
Like young children, teens thrive off feeling safe and connected. Here is how you can navigate a teen tantrum.
Learning To Love Myself Through Motherhood

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Learning To Love Myself Through Motherhood

by Ashley Patek on Feb 15 2021
"I have never called my enoughness into question more than becoming a mother." This mama shares how she learned to love herself through the messiness of Motherhood.
Stop In The Name Of Love

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Stop In The Name Of Love

by Suzanne Tucker on Feb 12 2021
Loving the world starts with loving with world within. Join Selina as she leads a mindful moment to spread love to ourselves and others. 
Is attachment parenting a feminist crutch?

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Is Attachment Parenting a Feminist Crutch?

by Suzanne Tucker on Feb 09 2021
How we parent ... It’s a hot topic, full of judgment as evident in the recent TIME Magazine cover article “Are You Mom Enough.” It would seem the media likes this thing called the mommy wars. The controversy sells magazines and books, I suppose. But what does it do for us moms?
Celebrating Small Victories In Parenting

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Celebrating Small Victories In Parenting

by Guest Author on Feb 08 2021
A bad moment doesn't mean we are a bad parent. And when we can embrace this, it transforms our relationships with ourselves and our children.
Affirming Ourselves

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Affirming Ourselves

by Suzanne Tucker on Feb 05 2021
Selina helps us slip into a positive mindset through affirmations. 
Three Ways To Stop Misbehavior

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Three Ways To Stop Misbehavior

by Guest Author on Feb 04 2021
When time-outs didn't work, this mom turned to three things, and it stopped her child's misbehavior.
Transforming Toddler Table Tantrums

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Transforming Toddler Table Tantrums

by Ashley Patek on Feb 03 2021
If you find yourself feeling the dinnertime blues when it comes to getting your child to eat, you are not alone. Here are 10 ways to transform toddler table tantrums. 
Friday Feeling

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Celebrating Life And Having Fun

by Suzanne Tucker on Jan 29 2021
Celebrate this messy, beautiful life as Selina leads a playful game followed by a mindful moment to celebrate the joy and beauty of this life. 
Fidget and Fries

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Autistic Mama and Sons Request: See Us for Us, Not our Labels

by Ashley Patek on Jan 29 2021
Tiffany Hammond is an autistic mama to two autistic sons. She shares that their diagnosis is not a one-size-fits-all expression. Rather, Tiffany sees this as part of her family’s unique human experience.
Time-Ins Are Not A Punishment Nor A Reward

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Time-Ins Are Not A Punishment Nor A Reward

by Ashley Patek on Jan 27 2021
Do time-in's "reward" children for being bad? We wanted to strip this question down to the bare bones and address every facet of this misconception. Read more.