A Nurtured Child

 "Let's relax and pay attention to the sensation of breathing."

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For today's Mindful Monday experience I will read the book I Am Peace by Susan Verde. This book is perfect for children and adults to read when when stressed or anxious and need a way to still their mind and to connect with their inner peace.  

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Let's practice Mindful Breathing.

"Mindfulness is a type of meditation in which you focus on being intensely aware of what you're sensing and feeling in the moment, without interpretation or judgment. Practicing mindfulness involves breathing methods, guided imagery, and other practices to relax the body and mind and help reduce stress."

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Do you practice Active Listening with your child?  If you don't you should.  Come and find out how and why Active Listening is important to the parent-child relationship.

 music courtesy of https://www.bensound.com  

Olivyah Bowens, a young mom and wife, is working hard to eliminate the disparities that exist for black women in child birth.  I was pleased to sit down with her to discuss how she manages to balance a busy life with young children.

Breastfeeding rates are significantly lower in Black American communities, but Black Lactation Consultants are leading the fight to normalize the practice within the community.  Listen as Courtney Lomax Polk, Dominique Gallo and I discuss their role in the movement to make breastfeeding a common practice among Black American mothers.