Blogs by Nina

When you’re already overwhelmed, it’s easy to believe you’re ruining Christmas. This episode reminds you that your children need you present, not perfect – and that a messy, real day can still be deeply good. This episode helps you release that weight and find a softer, more spacious way to move through summer - one rooted in presence, connection and realistic expectations. If you want the holidays to feel calmer, this is your invitation.

Tess’s story reminds us that calm boundaries do work - even when kids push hard. This isn’t a polished expert take - it’s one mum showing up with love, courage, and the skills she’s learned along the way. It’s a raw and real example of parenting under pressure - and a beautiful reminder that connection often comes after a boundary is held kindly but firmly.

So many mums feel like self-care is out of reach. There’s no time, no headspace, and no childcare to “escape” for an hour. But this episode flips that idea on its head. Melissa gently reminds us that self-care isn’t about adding more - it’s about doing what we already do… slower, softer, and with more presence. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, touched out, or like you never get a single moment to yourself, this episode will feel like a deep exhale.

School holidays can bring pressure to entertain, perform, and keep everything tidy. This conversation offers a softer, more sustainable path: embracing creativity over perfection, focusing on the process rather than the product, and setting up craft in a way that feels realistic and contained for the whole family.

School holidays often stir up guilt, exhaustion, overstimulation and the pressure to “do it all”. This episode helps you release that weight and find a softer, more spacious way to move through summer - one rooted in presence, connection and realistic expectations. If you want the holidays to feel calmer, this is your invitation.

As the school holidays approach, many parents find themselves stretched thin - trying to be a present, patient parent and keep up with work or business demands. This episode is your gentle reminder that balance doesn’t mean doing everything at once.   This conversation shines a light on those unseen struggles and offers hope through mindfulness - not as another task to master, but as a way of being kinder to yourself. It’s a reminder that your worth isn’t measured by prod

Parenting through exhaustion can leave you feeling like you’re failing. But often, the issue isn’t your mindset - it’s your capacity. This episode helps shift the lens from self-blame to self-compassion and reminds you that you are not alone. You don’t need to be superhuman. You need softness, support, and space to breathe.

Sibling rivalry isn’t a parenting failure - it’s a natural part of growing up and learning how to share space, love, and attention. When you stop being the referee and start being a calm coach, you model empathy and problem-solving. These small, mindful shifts build long-term skills for your children: managing big feelings, resolving conflict, and repairing relationships with compassion. Instead of aiming for perfect harmony, you’ll learn how to create a family rhythm b

The invisible weights of motherhood can be exhausting - especially when they include emotional labour, sensory overload, and the pressure to “get it right.” Too often, parents carry this weight in silence, believing exhaustion is just part of the job.   This conversation shines a light on those unseen struggles and offers hope through mindfulness - not as another task to master, but as a way of being kinder to yourself. It’s a reminder that your worth isn’t measured by prod

So often, we react to behaviour without understanding the need underneath. This conversation offers a gentler, more effective approach - one that’s rooted in connection, development, and real-world parenting. If you’ve ever wondered why your child is acting out - or how to support them differently - this episode is a must-listen.

So often, mindful parenting advice focuses on what to do when your kids lose it. But what about when you do? This episode focuses on the inner experience of parenting - those hidden emotional build-ups that lead to snapping, shutting down, or self-blame. It’s not about being a perfect parent. It’s about understanding yourself more deeply so you can respond, not react. If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in your own big feelings, this one’s for you.

Lunchboxes are part of everyday family life, yet they’re often a source of stress - and a surprising contributor to household waste. This episode shows you how reducing waste doesn’t mean adding pressure. Instead, by adopting easy swaps and u But most of the guilt mums carry isn’t about mistakes at all; it’s about trying to live up to impossible standards. This episode helps you see the difference and gives you tools to step away from shame and into a more grounded, joyf

It’s easy to be hard on yourself as a parent. But when your inner voice is full of shame and blame, change becomes even harder. Self-compassion gives you another way forward - it allows you to parent yourself with the same kindness you want to give your kids. This episode will help you replace that inner critic with a more caring voice - and show you how to turn everyday parenting moments into chances for growth and healing.

Parenting isn’t meant to be a solo journey. When we try to carry it all ourselves, we risk burnout, guilt, and disconnection. But when we create a parenting village - whether through circles, book clubs, or shared learning - we discover we’r But most of the guilt mums carry isn’t about mistakes at all; it’s about trying to live up to impossible standards. This episode helps you see the difference and gives you tools to step away from shame and into a more grounded, joyf

The hours after school can make or break the whole day. When we enter them stressed or reactive, kids pick up on it - and tensions rise. But with mindful pauses, compassionate communication, and some flexible routines, the afternoon transition can become a chance to reconnect instead of clash. This episode offers a realistic, heart-centred look at what families really need between pickup and dinner - and how small shifts can create big calm.

Guilt can sometimes be helpful - it prompts repair when we’ve done something wrong. But most of the guilt mums carry isn’t about mistakes at all; it’s about trying to live up to impossible standards. This episode helps you see the difference and gives you tools to step away from shame and into a more grounded, joyful way of parenting.

We hear a lot about how to parent better, but not enough about why it’s so hard in the first place. This episode speaks directly to that truth. If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I just get it together?” - this conversation will help you understand that you’re not the problem. The parenting juggle is real, and you deserve support, not self-blame.

Understanding what’s happening in your teen’s brain is like finding the instruction manual you never got. When a child has learning differences, it’s easy for both parent and child to feel defeated. But with the right tools and mindset, you can support a struggling learner in a way that’s empowering and sustainable - that becomes part of family life - not a daily battle. This episode gives you practical strategies you can start using today, grounded in evidence-based practi

Messy rooms aren’t just an eyesore - they can be a source of stress for both parents and kids.   The way we handle these moments teaches children not only how to care for their space, but also how to manage responsibility, follow through on tasks, and work together as a family.   This episode gives you the tools to make tidy-up time calmer, more collaborative, and far less stressful.

Understanding what’s happening in your teen’s brain is like finding the instruction manual you never got. These years are not just challenging - they’re full of growth, potential, and emotional intensity. Knowing how to respond with curiosity instead of control can shift your entire relationship. This episode will help you stay grounded, supportive, and ready to connect - even in the chaos.