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.

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 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.

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, 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.

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

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.

We’re going to explore two powerful aspects of play: the magic that happens when we join our children in their imaginative worlds, and the incredible growth that takes place when we step back and allow them to play independently. Let’s start with why play is so essential.

Parenting is hard, especially when you’re feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and like nothing you try is working.   Emily’s story is proof that you don’t have to do it perfectly - you just need small, consistent shifts.   This episode is a reminder that change is possible, even when life feels chaotic.   If you’ve been wondering if mindful parenting is worth it, Emily’s journey will give you hope, encouragement, and practical ideas you can try today.

Parenting a child with ADHD can feel relentless - like no matter what you try, it’s never enough.   But understanding your own emotional patterns is the key to breaking out of reactive cycles and creating a calmer home.   This episode offers hope, understanding, and practical strategies for any parent feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to support their child.

But let’s be real, when you’re running on little sleep, juggling a million things, and your child is melting down over something that seems so small, it’s incredibly hard to stay calm. This episode is all about the one mindful habit that changes everything: pausing. But this isn’t just about stopping before you yell—this is about changing how you see parenting altogether.

Because pausing isn’t just about stopping ourselves from yelling—it’s about shifting our entire perspective on parenting. And to do that, we’re going to explore three key mindfulness concepts....

Ever found yourself yelling even though you promised you wouldn’t? You’re not alone - and this episode might just be the shift you need.

In this first episode of Your Calm Parenting Path, I’m sharing my personal story of parenting burnout, the breaking point that changed everything, and how a simple mindfulness practice helped me start showing up with more patience, presence, and connection.

Welcome to Your Calm Parenting Path—guiding you toward a more peaceful, connected, and confident approach to parenting.

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