Whether you are a parent or not, there is healing in loving presence, with ourselves and with each other. Our feelings are sacred. The process of un-hurting is healthy.
Read MoreSo, I did a thing…introducing the Raising Orion podcast dedicated to parenting and well-being for a more beautiful world.
Read MoreI wrote this in triumph after Ori started sleeping through the night. I had struggled with finding a truly holistic, trauma-informed approach to sleep until I came across the philosophy of Aware Parenting.
Read MoreI used to think it was because something was wrong, that babies cried exclusively because they weren’t getting need met. Crying, in fact, has two important functions.
Read MoreParenting for a new paradigm is something I’m deeply committed to learning, practicing and sharing. These are the messages I’ll be communicating in support of that.
Read MoreLet’s change the culture around tears. Instead of responding with “don’t cry” in the face of tears (from both children and adults alike) try these alternatives.
Read MoreWe feel better after we cry. Science supports this and also tells us that all tears are not created equal: Tears shed while cutting an onion are not the same to those accompanying an emotional response.
Read MoreIt’s official: As of last week, I became a certified Aware Parenting instructor! As part of my application, I was asked to explain why I am inspired by Aware Parenting. To celebrate my certification, I’m sharing what I wrote.
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