Parents Feel Separation Anxiety, Too!
By Elizabeth Pantley It’s one of the secrets of parenthood: Not just children get separation anxiety! Many parents are unprepared for the feelings of…
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As My Child Moves to Adulthood, Am I Treasuring the Moments?
By Larissa Dann I trail my daughter at the beach and dip a cautious toe into the receding water. I look ahead and, suddenly,…
As Simple As Breathing
By Dr. Laura Markham “Make a habit of bringing your awareness to your breathing frequently throughout your day. Our breath connects us to feelings…
Tips for Staying Calm & Centred When Your Baby is Crying
By Mandy Rees Becoming a parent is a precious experience, but it can also be incredibly challenging. What feels like the most challenging time…
10 Habits to Strengthen Your Relationship with Your Child
By Dr. Laura Markham “I can’t believe how things with my daughter have turned around, since I started focusing on connection.” – Zoe We…
The Value of the Grandparent Relationship
By Elizabeth Pantley If your baby is lucky enough to have a grandmother or grandfather (or several!) in her life, the benefits she’ll enjoy…
Through the Messy & the Magical: Supporting Women to Bloom Through Motherhood
She Blooms founder Chanel Hall knows firsthand that motherhood can be as messy as it is magical. Born from her own journey of navigating motherhood,…
Nurtured Roots: Connection & Healing for Your Whole Family
Sarah Vermiere is the founder of Nurtured Roots, a therapeutic practice rooted in attachment theory, relational healing and the belief that connection is a family’s…
Supporting & Healing Mothers Through Life’s Biggest Transitions
Ashley Hommersom is an Accredited Social Worker, Counsellor, and certified Motherhood Studies Practitioner with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals and families through…
What Your Child’s Moon Phase at Birth Can Show You
The moment a baby is born is unique – not just for parents, but in the sky too. Alongside their Sun Sign, the Moon’s…
A first Christmas
By Emma Pickett It’s your baby’s first Christmas. It may be hard at the moment to picture exactly how that might go. Usually, it…
TIPS FOR CHRISTMAS WITH A BABY
By Hils Robson BABY’S AT CHRISTMAS…Magical 💕 It isn’t always easy though so here are a few tips I hope may help. WATCH YOUR…
Winter Prep for New Parents: Keeping a Warm & Healthy Home for Your Newborn
By Kylee Harris There’s something idyllic about caring for a newborn in winter since it evokes cosy images of bonding at home. Imagine sitting…
Changing the Conversation Around Head Lice – With Gentle, Effective Care
As the founder of Nit Happens, Ewelina Szulc-Barnsley is on a mission to take the panic (and shame) out of head lice with gentle…
A Boundless Love
By Hayley Zemontas My only hope for youis that you always know how loved you are. Know that, for me, you were the best…
Breaking Cycles, Creating Change: A Journey of Motherhood, Healing and Growth
By Vanessa Auditore I grew up in a family that carried its share of trauma and struggle, and from an early age I knew…
Navigating The Festive Season
By Lucy Ruddle (IBCLC) I sometimes wonder if Mary had to field the opinions of family and friends when it came to her feeding…
Supporting Migrant Mums-To-Be through Art Therapy
Attuned Space Art Therapy is a heart-centred practice in Christchurch dedicated to supporting the emotional wellbeing of first-time migrant mums-to-be. Founded by art therapist…
Creating a Fun and Safe Home for Your Child Learning to Walk
By Jane Marsh You’re enjoying playtime with your little one. Their small hand reaches for the coffee table and they slowly pull themself up….
The Case for Cuddles: Empowering New Parents Through Evidence, Intuition and Connection
Kirsty Bennett is a Maternity Nurse and Postpartum Night Nanny with a deep passion for supporting families in the early days of parenthood. She…