Blogs by Nina

When they feel disconnected, their instinct isn’t to cooperate - it’s to push back. And that’s not because they’re being difficult. It’s because their little brains are wired to seek connection before anything else.

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.

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.

If you’ve ever found yourself feeling frustrated because your little ones are ignoring you, taking forever, or just plain refusing to stay on task, you’re not alone. Here are some top tips to help you keep your mornings on track—without losing your cool.

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.

Sundays are my sleep-in day…. I time I cherish each week. I don’t always sleep-in, sometimes I wake at the same time as the boys and...

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.

I'm not going to lie; I struggled this week. All of my kiddies were sick at one time or another, they decided tag team, so as soon as...

We have been struggling big time with the older two boys waking up early (4.30am – 5.30am). One will wake up, and sneak into our room...

I have not always liked the beach. I grew up in the middle of nowhere, a 5-hour drive from the closest beach. We lived near a river, but...

I began my mindful parenting journey two and half years ago. I had a 3.5 year old, a 1.5 year old and a new born baby. I wasn’t sleeping...