Oct 8, 2021 | Aware Parenting & Crying
One evening I was working with a family whose baby wasn’t sleeping well. Dad declared, “It’s like crying is actually a solution!” Like many families, they had tried several things—bouncing, shushing, nursing to sleep, etc. Really, baby had needed to let off some steam...
Aug 6, 2021 | Baby Sleep, Birth Story
I find that many babies who aren’t sleeping well are still trying to process their birth experience. A baby’s quest for resolution and his/her ability to relax can be very interconnected! Sleep is a state—so we need to look at what’s “on their mind” and...
Aug 3, 2021 | Parenting Topics
Recently, a friend and I were discussing how an ability to play is required on our list of friend qualities. In Aware Parenting, we talk about “attachment play.” It’s super-duper, and every parent should know about it! But it’s not what this post is about. Moms...
Jul 28, 2021 | Aware Parenting & Crying
You’ll notice I talk about “crying in arms” (CIA) a lot. It’s important information for all parents! But it can also have a huge impact on sleep, behaviors, and demeanor. This comes from the Aware Parenting approach, the work of Aletha Solter, Ph.D Isn’t all crying...
Jul 21, 2021 | Parenting Topics
Today I’m thinking about equanimity in relation to parenting. Honestly, I had a reality check on what that word even means, ha! So let’s start there. e·qua·nim·i·ty mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation: she accepted...
