Rise & Thrive Parent Coaching and Neurofeedback

25/05/2024

What a fun way to keep kiddos busy, creative and learning! Google marshmallow building challenge he for ideas! This kept my kiddos busy for almost 2 hours.

20/05/2024

*Takes the pressure off of eye contact
*Promotes good conversation
*Promotes sharing
*Body-Brain connections helps with imparting wisdom
*Uninterrupted parent-child time promotes bonding
*Stimulates curiosity
*All the benefits of an "I love you ritual"
*Strengthens relationships
*Helps relieve stress
*Fosters a sense of closeness...And More!

With spring here, try making regular walks a priority.

18/05/2024

I get how behaviors can trigger you into a rage. Been there, done that.

When I am fried, overwhelmed, over touched, over needed my brain can fritz out and then I am left in a shamble of regret.

Sound familiar?

When we are in this cycle with our child, we cannot expect our child to be the one to change. I wish I had a magic wand to wave around to correct behaviors that irritate and enrage. But the change has to start with us - the parent.

Want to learn how? I'd love to help you!

17/05/2024

As you look into the future, and taking into consideration how your family is currently functioning, will you be a close knit family or do you fear you may have more distance and tension among you than you'd like? Will there be a relationship at all?

No matter the age of the child, by incorporating I love you rituals into your daily life, appreciating your child for who they are, "you will
optimize your child’s brain development, increase his or her learning potential, strengthen your family, and lay the foundation for your child’s emotional well being." I Love You Rituals by Becky A Bailey, PhD, 2000, Pg. 18

16/05/2024

Do you know your kiddos love language?

How does he or she like to connect with you?
Is it by giving you pictures or creations?
Is it by snuggling?
Is it with his words?
Is it by doing activities together?

Take some dedicated time this week to connect with your child each and every day, filling his love bucket in the way he needs it to be filled and see if cooperation soon follows.

15/05/2024

What's changed in your relationship with your child from their infancy to now?

Think about it: the eye contact, your tone of voice, how often you said 'yes,' the physical closeness.

In those early days, every feeding was a moment of connection. Our gaze was tender, our touch loving. We responded to their every cry, offering comfort and cuddles. We engaged in simple games, fostering trust and love.

Our faces beamed with joy at every milestone, giving them our full attention.

But as they grow, life gets busy. We become focused on tasks, sometimes forgetting the importance of connection.

Over time, relationships can drift apart, leaving behind a history of missed moments. Eye contact and physical touch wane.

To rebuild that bond, we must be intentional. Soft eye contact, gentle touch, loving words, and dedicated time are crucial. I Love You Rituals can help restore this connection.

Touch is powerful. It triggers the release of hormones vital for learning and emotional well-being. By nurturing touch, children learn compassion and boundaries.

Let's replace hitting with hugs and snatching with asking. Let's teach the difference between caring touch and discomfort.

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14/05/2024

Is your child struggling to express their emotions effectively? Do they seem withdrawn or act out in frustration?

Our children crave connection and understanding from us, their primary caregivers. When they're unable to articulate their needs, they resort to behaviors that may seem disruptive or disobedient. It's essential for us to recognize these signs and intervene to strengthen our bond with them.

Instead of viewing their actions solely as defiance, let's see them as a cry for attention and connection. By engaging in 'I Love You Rituals,' we create a secure environment where emotional needs are met, reducing resistance and power struggles.

Take a moment to observe how your child communicates their need for closeness. Let's break free from the cycle of control and foster empathy and understanding. Need support? Schedule a session with us to transform your parenting journey.

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09/05/2024

Our morning. How's yours going? 😂

28/04/2024

How does Jesus give us rest?
I can't write it any better than here....
https://billygraham.org/story/have-you-heard-the-good-news-of-salvation/

I invite you to consider this gift of God, because walking through this life, heavy laden, is made lighter when we have someone carrying us.

27/04/2024

Do you ever take a break?

The mom job is for life. But sometimes we forget that we can take some breathers to take small breaks within our day or schedule a few days away if we can manage it!

I once worked for a company where I had to take at least one, sometimes two or three trips away a year. At first it was torture to be away from my kids but I grew to really love it.

It doesn't have to be a grand get-a-way. Try scheduling coffee with a friend, attending a ladies Bible study, a book club, an exercise class - something that feeds your soul and heart to refuel so you're better at your mom job.

How do you take breaks? What kind of things do you enjoy currently that breath life into you?

26/04/2024

Who knew that being intentional and present could have such amazing affects?!

When your child was born you had the most fabulous dreams for him or her. You had the best of intentions and you had love overflowing for that child.

As life happens, we get busy. The child can manage some of life on their own and we get zoned in on what we need to do. The busyness of life can get in the way of relationships and we must remember to pause, remember to make time even when it doesn't feel like there is any, and be present with our child.
Why? Is it worth it? Yes!

The Four goals of I Love You Rituals:
1. They optimize your child’s brain for success at school and in life.
2. They increase their learning potential and effectiveness through touch.
3. They create loving rituals that hold families together even through the roughest times.
4. They strengthen the bond between adults and children that insulates children from drugs, violence and peer pressure, laying the foundation for mental and emotional health.
I Love You Rituals by Becky A Bailey, PhD, 2000, Pg 7- 14.

Your child and your relationship with your child deserve this connection. It can be a gold nugget in the midst of bad days. What fun and loving ritual could you start today to fill your kiddo's love bucket?

25/04/2024

20/04/2024

As a mom, it often feels like we're suppose to have it altogether and it's shameful if we don't.

That's a lie.

There is not a single other mom out there that doesn't know what it's like to need help.

Asking for help is not only not shameful, it's a good thing!

We survive better together as a community that helps one another. Let got of the preconceived ideas that you can't ask for help.

For a year I had a lady cook me 4 meals a week, because I needed it.

I have help cleaning my house once a week so I don't fall to pieces.

What do you or will you ask for help with?