Mindfulness techniques for parents

Old school parenting hacks.

Do you think our parents read about how to raise kids or researched on understanding our behaviours? Hell no but hey we turned out fine. Part luck i would say but the other part was solid parenting rules that kept us on track. Today i share with you some of these amazing rules that have stood the test of time like; 1- let kids fail 2- take away privileges 3- let kids be bored 4- dont run to their rescue And more Registrations for My courses for parents of pre-teens and teenagers (batch 2) are open. Register using the link below https://doctormommyspeaks.graphy.com/ [https://doctormommyspeaks.graphy.com/] If you like my work and wish to support this podcast then click [https://ko-fi.com/doctormommyspeaks]below https://ko-fi.com/doctormommyspeaks [https://ko-fi.com/doctormommyspeaks] If you have any questions, feedback or comments do drop em on my social media, mail or simply leave a voice message. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/doctormommyspeaks/message

Mindfulness techniques for parents

A much requested episode-mindfulness practice. Today I speak about: What is mindfulness? Why do parents need to practice mindfulness? Mindfulness Strategies to begin with (for beginners) Structured exercises to help you during your moments of overwhelm and exhaustion. Reach out to me if you have any questions, feedback or comments on @doctormommyspeaks [https://www.instagram.com/doctormommyspeaks/?hl=en] Registrations for My courses for parents of pre-teens and teenagers (batch 2) are open. Register using the link below https://doctormommyspeaks.graphy.com/ [https://doctormommyspeaks.graphy.com/] Also if you like my work then you can support Doctor mommy speaks podcast using the following link. https://ko-fi.com/doctormommyspeaks [https://ko-fi.com/doctormommyspeaks] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/doctormommyspeaks/message

Interactive play

Educational app: OK play has a common sense media rating of 5 stars. (non sponsored) I contacted the creators to know more about this app and guess what both developers were parents. It isn’t just another app for kids. It’s built by experts like child psychologist dr. Colleen and play designer Travis chen to ignite imagination through child-led, creative play. It’s technology that actually benefits kids by letting them create their own stories (not just watch) and is research based with a goal of engaging kids in a way that helps their parents raise better humans. What does good screen time look like? How screens can help teach curiosity, kindness, empathy and life lessons. How can we use the screen to ignite imagination and activities off screen The importance of creativity, play and storytelling in learning and more. CREATED BY PHDs & CHILD DEVELOPMENT EXPERTS Research-based to build curiosity, kindness, empathy & other valuable life lessons. IGNITES CREATIVITY & PLAY Our interactive stories spark imagination and allow kids to explore new worlds, new experiences, and new feelings. - Color & draw - Take photos - Sing songs - And more! (FREE!) INTERACTIVE STORIES TAKE KIDS ON EXCITING ADVENTURES Our free interactive stories are designed to ignite a child’s imagination and give families the power to create their own adventures. Together, you can: - Go on a pirate treasure hunt adventure - Save the day in a firefighter rescue - Solve a fashion emergency - Operate a candy factory GUILT-FREE SCREEN TIME Activates kids, inspires positive social & emotional growth and is always ad-free & kid-safe. Download OK Play for free on iOS and Android connect with Dr. Rahat @doctormommyspeaks Dr. colleen Russo @kidsmediamom Travis chen @travischen --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/doctormommyspeaks/message

Teen brain

Why your teen forgets about his test, or that he's supposed to submit a project by tomorrow. Why do they have difficulty in planning, scheduling? Why do they exhibit risk-taking behaviour? Teen Brain and adult brain Tips to fix clashes that happen because your teen's brain in under construction Registrations for batch 2 are open. https://doctormommyspeaks.graphy.com/courses/the-rulebook-for-raising-tweens-and-teenagers-batch-2 https://doctormommyspeaks.graphy.com/courses/tools-for-a-safe-digital-online-experience Connect with Dr. Rahat at @doctormommyspeaks  or E-mail rahat.sayyad@gmail.com  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/doctormommyspeaks/message

Mindfulness

This week we had a special guest back on our show. After a hit episode on raising resilient teens, positive psychology expert Mary kate Schutt is back with mindfulness and why its the key solution to keeping our sanity in this pandemic. Here's what we spoke about. 1. How would you explain mindfulness to someone who has never heard of it? 2. What are some misconceptions of mindfulness? 3. How can mindfulness improve relationships? 4. How the teen brain works? 5. What is emotional intelligence? 6. What are some of the ways we can work with our emotions? 7. Emotional fatigue and ways in which we can handle our emotions better. 8. Why is it important for children and adolescents to practice mindfulness? 9. How can you practise mindfulness right now? 10. The first 5 years of a child's are ruled by emotions, play, curiosity, and imagination so do these change from childhood to adolescence. Last two days are left to register for my course- "From Instructional to conversational parenting". Enroll now [ https://doctormommyspeaks.graphy.com/courses/from-instructional-to-conversational-parenting-for-teenagers] https://doctormommyspeaks.graphy.com/courses/from-instructional-to-conversational-parenting-for-teenagers. You can connect with Marykate on her social media below. Website: tinanateachings.com [http://tinanateachings.com/], Instagram & Facebook Group: @tinanateachings, Newsletter [https://go.tinanateachings.com/newsletter ]: https://go.tinanateachings.com/newsletter Do sign up for her newsletter, she sends some pretty interesting content that can be really helpful for your mental and emotional health --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/doctormommyspeaks/message