So often, self-care suggestions for moms are things like bubble baths and manicures, which are perfectly nice, but don’t really do more than offer a few minutes of solitude before re-entering the hectic world of parenting. Real self-care for moms involves more than an hour of relaxation; it’s learning behaviors and tools that support good mental and physical health and allow us to calm our stress.
Read MoreIf you’ve spent much time around kids, you know there’s no reasoning with a toddler who’s mid-tantrum or an older child who’s in the throes of overwhelm or worry. The same is true for adults! It’s hard to resolve a problem in the middle of an emotional storm. So what can you do to help calm someone who’s angry, anxious, or overwhelmed? Share the power of your stable nervous system.
It’s not as complicated as it sounds.
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