It's that funny bit inbetween the excitement of Christmas and the anticipation of the New Year. Do you make plans for this time or simply look forward to not doing very much? You'll know that we're big advocates of slowing things down here at Mellownest, but we also see this as a great time to create some family traditions for you and yours to enjoy.
Read MoreFeeling overwhelmed by the ghosts of Christmas past? Embrace simplicy, gratitude and mindfulness for your best holiday yet.
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Potty training can be a big step. Find out how to make the learning curve a little smoother.
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Read MoreManaging social anxiety in young children can be tricky but Claire and Nneka have a few simple ideas that might just help. #mindfulparenting
Read MoreIt isn’t easy having a child who wants everything ‘just right’. Simple shifts for helping overcome perfectionism in children.
Read MoreAs a parent this is a tricky situation to manage calmly, after all you love both your little people but you can't help feeling your blood boil when the big one casually injures the baby yet again.
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Read MoreIt can be hard to handle when your child talks back or always seems to want to have the last word. But changing the way you think about it could be the key ending the drama.
Read MoreInspiring, creative and caring. Whatever your mood there’s a mindful podcast to suit.
Read MoreSick of the nagging and cajoling required to get your child to do their homework? Time for a new approach.
Read MoreThey are delicious to me, these quiet moments of mothering.
Read MoreChildren’s mindfulness coach Jenny shares how to introduce simple mindfulness practices in your family. It all starts with a cup of tea. Perfect.
Read MoreIs it easy? Not always, but the skills and practices involved in mindfulness can help you transform the sometimes difficult world of parenting into one that flows more easily.
Read MoreDoes the way you parent fit with your parenting values? With the way you want to raise your child and the goals you want to achieve as a parent? It should do. And here’s why.
Read MoreIt was the day she wanted her toast cut differently I realised I needed a different approach. 10 top tips for mindful toddler temper tantrum management.
Read MoreHow many ways do you have of telling your child you love them? Say it in more ways than one, starting with these three ideas.
Read MoreBeing on auto-pilot is a big bugbear of mine. In my experience, life is a lot less fun when you find yourself wondering aimlessly down a path that you didn’t so much choose as stumble upon.
Read MoreWhen you praise your child, do you think beyond the "Well done" or "Good girl" comments? Using praise is a great way to make your child feel good in the moment, but there's also a way of making it have an impact that lasts much, much longer.
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