Come bathe yourself in the sounds of your own breath, and the feelings of your body as it moves and stretches. Bathe yourself in the deep relaxation that comes with being absorbed in this present moment surrounded by a loving and supportive group of other parents. The Yoga of Parenting Workshop, led by Alison, is Read More
self-compassion
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It doesn’t make you feel more confident, more competent, and more compassionate about yourself and your beautiful unique child. “time is a tree (this life one leaf) but love is the sky and i am for you just so long and long enough” E.E. Cummings Do you ever feel confused by all the conflicting advice Read More
Self-Compassion for parents; Take Child’s Pose
“”If you don’t believe in God, it may help to remember this great line of Geneen Roth’s: ‘that awareness is learning to keep yourself company.’ And then learn to be more compassionate company, as if you were somebody you are fond of and wish to encourage. I doubt that you would read a close friend’s Read More
Sex or a Nap? Connecting Time
“Having a baby is like suddenly getting the world’s worst roommate.” Anne Lamott I had a friend who once said, “I have a baby on my boob, a partner who wants sex, and all I really want is to be left alone.” Dr. Sara Gottfried asked a large group of women if they would choose Read More