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So this morning I spent it weeding! Anyone who knows me will know that I hate this job but I had no choice in the matter as we're selling up and have some viewings (fingers crossed my weeding has them sold!) The thing about weeds though, no sooner do you pull them out when more pop up (I brought the big guns out today!) A bit like how negative thoughts and behaviours show up - without warning and 'bam' there they are. Just like weeds, self-sabotaging habits start small, but if we don't keep an eye on them, they grow, they spread, they take over. For me that one drink to cope with the stress in my life soon started to become a major issue where I was drinking too much, and the problems began. It wasn't till I got to the root of my problem and 'weed' out the negative thinking and behaviours for positive ones did things start to change. This is where I stumbled on Separation Therapy and the relationship between my inner child, reactive child and adult self. My reactive child needed reigning in whilst I nurtured my inner child and empowered my adult self. Now my 'weeds' are more manageable, I can control them more effectively and I refuse to let them take over my happiness. If you want to do some 'weeding' (not literally - I wouldn't do that to you!) and find out more about Separation Therapy type WEED in the comments and I'll get back to you! #selfsabotage #separationtherapy #weedoutnegativity

The love of parents is the cornerstone of a child’s growth. It’s not just about avoiding the pitfalls of poor upbringing; it’s about actively fostering a nurturing environment where love, support, affection, and attention are abundant. Why is parental love so crucial? From the moment a child is born, they are learning. They learn to trust, to feel safe, and to explore the world around them. This learning is profoundly influenced by the love they receive from their parents. When a child is showered with unconditional love, they develop a strong sense of security and self-worth. Additionally, they learn for their adulthood about Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Healthy Relationships, Learning and Curiosity, and much more. In conclusion, you cannot “spoil” a child with too much love. Love is the nutrient that feeds every aspect of a child’s development, setting the stage for a well-rounded, emotionally healthy adult. Let’s commit to giving our children the best start in life by ensuring they are enveloped in our love. #ChildDevelopment #NurturingEnvironment #EmotionalIntelligence #HealthyRelationships #UnconditionalLove #FamilyFirst

3 Life Lessons I learned from Embracing Parental Leave 1- Baby are born with an innate intelligence - they search and locate their mothers breast as soon as they’re born; it's their inborn survival mechanism. 2- Their rate of learning is exponential - after my daughter mastered the art of breastfeeding, her curiosity got her scanning the environment. The subtle shifts: from learning to sit on her own, followed by several attempts to crawl (backwards and forwards); then making several attempts to stand and failing multiple times before succeeding. Every time I recall all these subtle shifts in my daughter's development, it fills me up with so much joy. 3- They bond quickly with their caregivers -  after her first 6 months, I spent three months of parental leave and spent every waking moment with her. This marked a transition from my wife being her fulltime carer to sharing the load equally between us. I spent time soothing her when she cried; I was the target for her  early attempts at biting. After 2 days of being separated, she cried whenever I spoke to her on Facetime; her crying touched me very deeply.  Tilvan Grant-Balde, Dwayne Bennett, Daniel Freed, Rayan AlMaabadi, Hoi Kwan 海君 Lam 林 Aurecon Rudi Doku #worklifebalance #progressivecompany #genderequality

Such insightful information from Dan Wuori. We can't wait for the release of his upcoming book, The Daycare Myth: What We Get Wrong About Early Care and Education (and What We Should Do About It). Dan is definitely someone worth following if you're not already. 💡

Have you considered the impact of inbreeding on your racehorse’s performance? Read this post and more on my Typeshare Social Blog: https://lnkd.in/gmjvq2G8

"Infants cannot be spoiled by love."💕 When babies are crying they are not breathing. Prolonged crying reduces oxygen level in the blood and oxygen delivery to the brain. Thanks for posting Dan Wuori Here is excerpt from an article about babies crying : This article describes the nature of infant crying, the physiologic events and changes associated with it, and appropriate nursing interventions for infant crying. A cry is a series of four movements that basically resembles a Valsalva maneuver. Documented immediate and long-term sequelae of crying include increased heart rate and blood pressure, #reduced #oxygen level, elevated #cerebral #blood #pressure, initiation of the #stress response, depleted energy reserves and oxygen, interrupted mother-infant interaction, brain injury, and cardiac dysfunction. Caregivers are encouraged to answer infant cries swiftly, consistently, and comprehensively. Kangaroo care is an efficient method for preventing, minimizing, and halting crying. Other interventions for crying include swaddled holding, a pacifier, sugar water, a sweet-tasting nonsucrose solution, heartbeat sounds, distraction by lullabies or mother's voice, rhythmic movement, and reduction of external stimuli. Reference: Infant Crying: Nature, Physiologic Consequences, and Select Interventions April 2002Neonatal network: NN 21(2):29-36 April 200221(2):29-36 DOI:10.1891/0730-0832.21.2.29 https://lnkd.in/eS4TExep

Social/Emotional development starts here…

Summer's not over yet and August is prime time to hit the water. Do you know what drowning looks like? Know the signs so you can keep your little (and big) ones safe. https://lnkd.in/gwBhZPQs —-- I'm Jen and I post about #parenting and how to help strengthen your relationship with your child while minimizing challenging behaviors. 🔔 Follow me for more content like this: Happy Parenting and Families 🔁 Repost for other parents so they don’t feel alone in their struggles. Because we all need a little help with our parenting from time to time. #watersafety #pooltime #waterfun #safetytips #parentingtips

You may remember that a few weeks ago I asked you which of three books you wanted to be next up on bump & blog, well the choice was 'Mother Brain' by the amazing Chelsea Conaboy and the review is now live! Do have a read and let me know your thoughts! https://lnkd.in/efhgurrw With Father's Day coming up this Sunday in the U.K. I thought I would share some additional excerpts from the book here too... 👨🔬 Fatherhood affects many men's lives in myriad and ever-changing ways, contributing stress and joy, emotional stability or uncertainty. The research to date - what little of it there is - suggests that fatherhood has a protective effect on men's health. (p.157) 👳♂️ "Taking care of a baby is isolating and stressful and boring, and it's undervalued by our society. It's not seen as worth employment", Saxbe told [the author]. "When you put men in that role, they are going to maybe pay the same psychological price that women do." That doesn't mean men shouldn't do it, she said. In fact, society needs more men in caregiving so that more people can see that the best answer is to provide the infrastructure, like paid-leave and supportive workplaces, to protect "the whole- family system." (p.158) 👨🌾 Men's neural responses are changed by fatherhood, especially around motivation and empathy. (p.160) 👷♂️ Often men feel intimidated by parenting because it doesn’t come naturally to them. But it doesn't come naturally - whatever that means - to anyone. Or rather it does, but through practice. "Parenting is a skill," Saxbe said. (p.170) Fathers, you are incredible, Happy Father's Day for this Sunday! #fatherhood #fathersday #parenthood #paternityleave Elliott Rae | MANtenatal - leading digital platform for new dads | Mark Williams BCAh FRSA | Scott Mair | Mind | The Fatherhood Institute | Weidenfeld & Nicolson Limited | Samaritans | Dorset Mind | MusicFootballFatherhood | Pregnant Then Screwed

Is it possible to spoil your baby by being too responsive? The short answer is no. Somewhere along the way, we developed the notion that letting babies “cry it out” was good for them. In reality, it’s just the opposite. Warm and responsive relationships help infants develop trust, attachment, and a sense of security… which, in turn, lead to self-reliance and the ability to regulate’s one’s own emotions. These abilities have been linked to higher self-esteem, improved stress management, healthier relationships, and even superior academic performance. This lovely video, shared to IG by previvor2survivor states the case beautifully. This is probably an opportune time for a reminder that parenting is not an all or nothing proposition. It’s impractical to think that even the most attentive parent will be able to respond instantly to EVERY cry. And within the context of a warm and responsive relationship, that’s just fine. In finite amounts, opportunities for your baby to self-soothe can be beneficial. But if you’ve been convinced that responding too often to your infant’s expressions of need is the path to spoiling, think again. Infants can’t be spoiled by love. It’s just that simple. #earlychildhood #earlyyears #parenting