Blogs by Nina

Sibling rivalry is one of the most exhausting challenges in family life. And while it can feel like your kids are constantly trying to drive

Which part of your day makes you lose patience the most? .... "dinner, shower, and bedtime." If you’re nodding along, you’re not alone.

Many children, particularly those with generalised anxiety, struggle with situations where they feel out of control or uncertain about what’s going to happen. As a parent, it’s natural to want to comfort and calm them, but when their reaction is extreme—like screaming, resisting, or expressing anger - it can be hard to know what to do.

But if you're new to mindfulness, getting started can feel overwhelming. Where do you begin? How do you make time for it when life already feels so full? Let’s break it down into simple, actionable steps to help you start your mindfulness journey with ease.

Have you ever noticed how, when your child is upset, they don’t actually want a solution right away? They want to be heard. It’s one of those things that seems so obvious when you think about it, yet in the heat of the moment, it’s so easy to forget.

Parent guilt can surface in many forms. It frequently arises from societal expectations to be the 'perfect parent' or the elusiveness of ideal parenting showcased by others. Even those with the best intentions can feel like they are falling short.

By bringing mindfulness into our daily lives, we can establish a harmonious space where everyone feels safe, connected and supported. In this blog post I will share five practical tips and strategies to help you create a peaceful home environment that promotes mindfulness, enhances family relationships, and fosters a sense of well-being for the whole family.

This is my first summer holidays since becoming a Mindful Parenting Coach. Even though I know that the aim of mindful parenting is to be ‘imperfect,’ I sometimes feel the pressure that, because I teach this stuff, I have to be perfect at it all the time.