Join us in this engaging podcast episode as two parenting experts delve into the world of mindfulness for kids. Discover practical techniques to help children cultivate calm, focus, and emotional well-being. Through an insightful conversation, also they explore how mindfulness can reduce stress, improve attention, and create stronger connections within families. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or caregiver, this episode offers valuable tips to integrate mindful practices into your daily routine. Perfect for those looking to nurture a peaceful and focused environment for children. So, tune in now and transform the way you approach parenting!

In the second part we talk about how to choose age appropriate mindfulness techniques that suit your child’s personality and interests. We also discuss how mindful parenting can be helpful in this process. We also explain how it can be added into your parenting journey.

Read our full article on mindfulness techniques here.

Listen to the first part of this episode here.

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Join us in this engaging podcast episode as two parenting experts delve into the world of mindfulness for kids. Discover practical techniques to help children cultivate calm, focus, and emotional well-being. Through an insightful conversation, also they explore how mindfulness can reduce stress, improve attention, and create stronger connections within families. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or caregiver, this episode offers valuable tips to integrate mindful practices into your daily routine. Perfect for those looking to nurture a peaceful and focused environment for children. So, tune in now and transform the way you approach parenting!

Read our full article on mindfulness techniques here.

Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more parenting tips and fun ideas to help your little one grow.

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Did you know play dough is more than just a squishy, colorful mess? It’s a super tool for child development, engaging little ones in fun ways that build both physical and mental skills!

Here’s how play dough works its magic:

Fine Motor Skills: Squeezing, rolling, and molding strengthen those tiny hand muscles.

Creativity & Problem-Solving: Kids explore colors, textures, and shapes while solving challenges like balancing or creating stable structures.

Math & Science Concepts: Through play, they also unconsciously measure, estimate, and balance – essential early STEM skills.

Emotional & Social Growth: Play dough helps kids express emotions, develop language skills, and engage in imaginative pretend play while fostering empathy and collaboration.

For parents: Next time your child dives into play dough, join them! You’ll be amazed at their creativity and problem-solving abilities. And who knows, you might rediscover the joy of play yourself also!

Pro tip: If you’re out of store-bought play dough, mix bread dough with food colors for a fun, homemade alternative.

Perfect for Parents & Educators looking to turn playtime into a learning experience.

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Read our post on play dough to know more about mindful play with play dough.

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Let us explore what might be the most effective parenting style that has been defined, well-understood and researched.

Parenting is a journey that comes with its own set of challenges and rewards. The style of parenting you choose can significantly impact your child’s development, shape their personality, behavior, and overall well-being. While there is no one-size-fits-all approach to parenting, understanding the various styles can help you identify which methods may lead to healthier outcomes for your children. 

Take this quiz to understand more about your parenting style today! The style of parenting you choose can significantly impact your child’s development, shape their personality, behavior, and overall well-being. While there is no one-size-fits-all approach to parenting, understanding the various styles can help you identify which methods may lead to healthier outcomes for your children.

Read our post on parenting styles here.

Baumrind, D. (1991). The influence of parenting style on adolescent competence and substance use. Journal of Early Adolescence, 11(1), 56-95.

Psychology Today | What Parenting Styles Set Kids Up for Emotional Abuse?

Baumrind, D. (1966). Effects of authoritative parental control on child behavior, Child Development, 37(4), 887-907.

Psychology Today | What Kind of Parent Are You? Take the Parental Analytical Style Scale!

Maccoby, E.E., & Martin, J.A. (1983). Socialization in the context of the family: Parent-child interaction. In P.H. Mussen (Series Ed.) & E.M. Hetherington (Vol. Ed.), Handbook of Child Psychology: Vol. 4. Socialization, personality, and social development (4th ed., pp. 1-101). Wiley.

Psychology Today | Parenting Styles

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Looking for affordable and healthy eating tips for your family? Look no further! In this podcast, we share the top 5 tips that UNICEF shared for parents to promote healthy eating habits in their children. These tips are easy to implement and can also make a big impact on your family’s well-being. Learn these 5 best tips to give your family a nutritious and budget-friendly diet! These will further help you provide balanced meals for your children while also saving money.

Stay tuned for more parenting tips and advice!

Read this article on the best affordable healthy eating habits at our website.

Reference

UNICEF Parenting | Easy, affordable and healthy eating tips

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What do you think might be the biggest parenting mistake? Listen to this podcast to know.

Is perfect parenting a myth or possibility? It would be difficult to even define a perfect parent. Every child is different, so is every parent and so are the various parenting styles. Still there is one thing we can all do for our kids. It is to be there for them whenever they need us, to be able to repair our mistakes, and to take responsibility for our actions and words. This will help them grow up to be responsible, caring, confident and wonderful human beings.

Are you finding it harder and harder to turn your parenting strategies on when things go wrong? Then listen to this podcast to explore the concept of “The Power of Repair” and how to use it too. Now that we know the biggest possible mistake we might be making as parents, it is time to start making efforts to fix them. Like always, it is better late than never.

Read our post on how to fix the biggest parenting mistake.

References:

‘The Power of Showing Up’ – book by Daniel J. Siegel TED

Talk by Becky Kennedy on YouTube titled ‘The Single Most Important Parenting Strategy’

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder that can happen in children and adults. It is characterized by obsessions which increase anxiety; and by compulsions which decrease anxiety temporarily.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a serious mental illness that can be disabling in the long term. If you’re concerned that you or your child, or anyone you know might have OCD, then please watch this podcast. This podcast will help you learn about the other conditions that are related to OCD. We have also shared a couple of self-help resources which will help you understand more about OCD and also help yourself to an extent. Nevertheless, remember that getting professional help is very important since this disorder can be disabling if left untreated for a long period of time. In addition, with effective treatment, obsessive compulsive disorder can be treated and managed successfully.

Thank you for listening to this podcast!

Read more about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder. It can happen in children and adults. It is characterized by obsessions which increase anxiety; and also by compulsions which decrease anxiety temporarily.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a serious mental illness that can be disabling in the long term. If you’re concerned that you, your child, or anyone you know might have OCD, then please watch this podcast. This podcast will help you learn about the treatment options and support available for OCD. Further, it will also help you to take help at the earliest. Please remember that with effective treatment, obsessive compulsive disorder can be treated and managed successfully.

Thank you for taking the time to listen to this podcast!

Read more about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a serious mental illness that can be disabling in the long term. If you are concerned that you or your child, or anyone you know might have OCD, then please listen to this podcast. This podcast will help you know more about the causes and possible risk factors for OCD, which will further help you to take help at the earliest. With effective treatment, obsessive-compulsive disorder can be treated and managed successfully.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder that can happen in children and adults. It is characterized by obsessions which increase anxiety; and by compulsions which decrease anxiety temporarily.

Obsessions are intrusive thoughts (ideas, images, or impulses) that repeatedly enter a person’s mind against their will. These further generate anxiety and are difficult to dismiss. On the other hand, compulsions or rituals are repetitive acts that are performed to reduce this anxiety, but the relief is only temporary. Engaging in these compulsions brings no pleasure. They are excessive and not realistically related to the problem they intend to fix. Later the rituals may become more automatic and increase anxiety. Moreover, psychological theories of OCD suggest that ritualizing maintains the problem by preventing habituation to the anxiety and by not letting the child face their fears.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder usually includes both obsessions and compulsions. But it is also possible to have only either of these symptoms. The child may or may not realize that their obsessions and compulsions are excessive or unreasonable, but they take up a great deal of time. They gradually start to interfere with their daily routine and thereby, functioning in social or school settings.

Thank you for taking the time to listen to this podcast!

Read more about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). 

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a serious mental illness that can be disabling in the long term. If you are concerned that you or your child, or anyone you know might have OCD, then please listen to this podcast. This podcast will help you know more about the signs and symptoms of OCD, which will further help you get help at the earliest. With effective treatment, obsessive-compulsive disorder can be treated and managed successfully.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder that can happen in children and adults. It is characterized by obsessions which increase anxiety; and by compulsions which decrease anxiety temporarily.

Obsessions are intrusive thoughts (ideas, images, or impulses) that repeatedly enter a person’s mind against their will. These further generate anxiety and are difficult to dismiss. On the other hand, compulsions or rituals are repetitive acts that are performed to reduce this anxiety, but the relief is only temporary. Engaging in these compulsions brings no pleasure. They are excessive and not realistically related to the problem they intend to fix. Later the rituals may become more automatic and increase anxiety. Moreover, psychological theories of OCD suggest that ritualizing maintains the problem by preventing habituation to the anxiety and by not letting the child face their fears.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder usually includes both obsessions and compulsions. But it is also possible to have only either of these symptoms. The child may or may not realize that their obsessions and compulsions are excessive or unreasonable, but they take up a great deal of time. They gradually start to interfere with their daily routine and thereby, functioning in social or school settings.

Thank you for taking the time to listen to this podcast!

Read more about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). 

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