How are holidays with your children? Relaxing, wonderful and Instagramable? Or stressful and exhausting?! Sometimes it can feel like it would be easier to just stay at home because then the kids wouldn't have as many tantrums, you wouldn't feel so frazzled and frustrated, and it would be cheaper too.But holidays can be fun! So listen to this week's episode to have the best time with your children. Whether it's a weekend away, camping, flying, or a regular holiday, discover why your child might have more meltdowns, how to manage those overwhelming moments, and what you can proactively do to make the whole experience as fun as possible - for everyone!Save this episode for when you next go on holiday to remind you of what you can do to have the best time.___________________________________________________________About Helena Mooney💞 I provide practical, respectful and down-to-earth support to help you you shout less, set limits lovingly, get more sleep AND have more fun!**DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE BOOKLET:** Shout Less, Connect More with 5 Simple GamesBook: 1:1 Mentoring SessionFollow on InstagramFollow on Facebookwww.helenamooney.com
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Trusting Yourself As A Mum
Do you trust yourself? Are you gentle with yourself? Can you calm that urgent voice in your head, and bring a strong sense of peace into your mind and your body?Because that is what I want for you.To deeply trust yourself as a Mum, to release trauma, and to feel confident in who you are.Vicki Plomer is an Aware Parenting Instructor, a Somatic Therapist and a Trauma-Informed Energy Practitioner.In this episode we talk about about how to tune out the “shoulds”, connect more deeply with your own intuition in order to lead a more joyful, authentic life of freedom.Vicki also shares a practice to re-centre yourself and come back to your body the next time you feel overwhelmed.This episode is a mix of Aware Parenting and practical body-based practices that will strengthen your self compassion and, ultimately, your trust in yourself. ___________________________________________________________About Vicki PlomerEva is a UK Aware Parenting Instructor, a Somatic Therapist, a Trauma-Informed Energy Practitioner, Mother of 4 & Step mother of 1. She offers a compassionate and authentic space where you feel deeply valued, seen, and heard. And she guides women and parents to reconnect with themselves, honour their needs, and cultivate self-worth. Website: www.vickiplomer.comFollow on Instagram___________________________________________________________About Helena Mooney💞 I provide practical, respectful and down-to-earth support to help you you shout less, set limits lovingly, get more sleep AND have more fun!**DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE BOOKLET:** Shout Less, Connect More with 5 Simple GamesBook: 1:1 Mentoring SessionFollow on InstagramFollow on Facebookwww.helenamooney.com
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Toilet Training Play to Help with #2's - with Yasmine Bowen
If toilet training has become a battle and your child is refusing to do wees or poos in the potty or toilet, then this episode is going to help.Especially if you're feeling pressure from those around you and you've tried all the things - bribes, threats and listening to lots of upset feelings. Yasmine's lovely, strong-willed son was refusing to do a poo on the potty or toilet. It had turned into a battle of wills that Yasmine was 'losing' and her son's anxiety was increasing.Hear how she turned the situation around by using play - specifically with play doh......Silliness is often the key!So enjoy and try this with your child at home - I'd love to hear how you go!Special thanks to @StephanieHeartfield for suggesting this game inside our Connection & Play Membership___________________________________________________________About Helena Mooney💞 Practical, respectful and down-to-earth support to help you you shout less, set limits lovingly, get more sleep AND have more fun!DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE BOOKLET: Shout Less, Connect More with 3 Simple GamesBook: 1:1 Mentoring SessionFollow on InstagramFollow on Facebook
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Understanding Tantrums - with Eva Szorad
One of parenting’s most misunderstood topics—Tantrums! in this episode I chat with Eva Szorad, a Hungarian Aware Parenting instructor, about what tantrums really are, and more importantly, what they are not.I wish I knew this when I first became a mum because I used to think I had failed when my daughter had tantrums. I had been led to believe that if I was calm and gentle, she would be calm and gentle too.So I couldn't understand why she was like that. And I had NO idea what to do in the moment.This is such an insightful conversation that will give you a deeper understanding your child, and you'll learn what to do in the heat of the moment. Enjoy! And let me know if you have any questions.Topics include:1. Tantrums Demystified2. The Real Cause3. How Long Is ‘Normal’ for a Tantrum?4. The “Perfect” Child Myth5. What Can You Actually Do When Your Child is Having a Tantrum?6. Real-Life Experiences___________________________________________________________About Eva SzoradEva is a Hungarian Aware Parenting Instructor and mother of a 3 year old. Her goal is to bring Aware Parenting into every little moment of parenting — that’s why she has written playful Attachment Play songs for everyday life and adventurous stories for young children. Website: https://subscribepage.io/awp-english-landing-kisari-kidsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kisari.kids/Songs: https://open.spotify.com/album/5U7SWYu1gMO5sAS5UtGS4o?si=Pg6f1nugSpekSl_K2vk2IAChildren’s books: https://open.spotify.com/show/3YCr5oaLDaQkC3DdQsemeW?si=fkztgAiDQbOtYFkik7YvEw___________________________________________________________About Helena Mooney💞 I will give you practical, respectful and down-to-earth support to help you you shout less, set limits lovingly, get more sleep AND have more fun!**DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE BOOKLET:** Shout Less, Connect More with 5 Simple GamesBook: 1:1 Mentoring SessionFollow on InstagramFollow on Facebook
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When your child shouts "Go Away" and slams their door - with Michelle Puster
Do you ever struggle to know what to do when your child runs to their room, slams the door and shouts at you to “Go Away!”?If you're like many of my clients, you might feel confused about what to do.On the one hand, you want to respect your child's boundaries and not force yourself in when they've told you go away.But on the other hand, your child is clearly upset and you don't want to leave them alone with their upset feelings. So what do you do?!In this episode, my fabulous client Michelle shares a really cool thing she does with her kids in those moments that I think you're going to love.This is perfect for those times when you're not in the mood to go into your chid's room and actively listen to their upset feelings, but you're still wanting to connect and help them.___________________________________________________________About Michelle PusterMichelle is a therapist and mum of 3 (including twins) who has experienced burnout, depression and anxiety. She is grounded, authentic and has beautifully strong relationships with her children who are thriving. You can find out more about her at www.compassionateheartmindfullife.com where you can download her FREE 4 Step Guided Pause & Regroup Meditation.___________________________________________________________About Helena Mooney💞 Helping you shout less, set limits, get more sleep AND have more fun!**DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE BOOKLET:** Shout Less, Connect More with 5 Simple GamesBook: 1:1 Mentoring SessionFollow on InstagramFollow on Facebook
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