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Sharing information about Foster the Family and Chosen’s upcoming FREE trauma-informed virtual training, “Parenting with the Brain in Mind”. Parenting children from hard places presents unique challenges. This training empowers you to apply a brain-based approach that makes sense of both your child’s behavior and your own feelings as a parent. Often, “big behaviors” reflect lagging skills rather than willful defiance. Discover how difficulties with attention, organization, and emotional regulation can be the root causes of many behaviors and learn practical ways to support growth in this area. Additionally, we’ll address blocked care—when our nervous systems shift into self-protection mode—affecting connection with our children. Gain the tools to foster empathy and rediscover your joy in parenting. September 14 from 3-8pm EST from the comfort of your own home or join a FTF branch near you for a simulcast (with dinner and community!) here: https://lnkd.in/gHrgbyX7 #ThisIsFosterCare #FosterCare #ThisIsAdoption #Adoption #FosterCareSupport #FosterFamily #BeTheVillage #EveryoneCanDoSomething

Because life is an absolute blur these days, I have no clue if I've shared this update yet: my wife (hello, Jess Trayser, LCSW!) launched a business, she is fantastic at it and making a lasting impact, and I'm both not at all surprised and yugely proud of her. Elevator pitch: 1-on-1 parenting consultations and group workshops for anyone who wants to grow their knowledge of research-backed and empathy-driven child care. Her website just got an update, so now is a good time to check out what she's growing. Parenting From The Floor: #parenting #parentsupport #caregiving #childcare #smallbusiness

World Doula Week started more than a decade ago as an effort to build awareness of what a doula does and why it matters. In this moment, it is so amazing for me to see where we've come since I first explained what a doula did 30 years ago. We often talk about the impacts of this model on outcomes, on how doulas have changed the landscape of our healthcare. The 28% -50% reduction in complications, the impacts on pre-term birth and low birth weight infants. But let me take a moment to make this personal. Because it is, deeply, personal. If you had the support of a doula in labor, you know how they support you to be prepared, informed, and empowered. You know how they know just the right place to put pressure on your back in labor, and when it's really time to head to your hospital or birth center. They know the nurses and where to get through triage quickly and sanely. They know where to park the car as well as when to push. You know what to ask your doctor or midwife in your next prenatal visit and who to text when you think something came out of your body that you don't recognize. You know as a birthing partner how a doula can protect and support the space of the couple, sweat the details of getting your bags, hot packs and dinner before the cafeteria closes, when to nap and when to get ready for things to heat up! If you had the support of a doula at home during the postpartum time, you know how comforting and affirming it is to have someone tell you you're doing it right when your baby is feeding and making faces that you would otherwise translate as 'not liking it.' You know how 'THIS' is normal and 'THAT' is a call to your doctor. You know how supported it feels to have someone who understands the emotional hot mess of the 3rd to 5th day postpartum and the rough patch at 6 weeks when you're pretty sure the days and the nights should be easier... but they are anything but. You know what it feels like to hit the wall with exhaustion and to nap or to get a night of sleep, knowing a trusted person is there, when your partner is back to work, and you're forgetting what day it is. You know that feeling that all is going to be ok, and you can stop that part of your brain that is always listening for those signals from your baby, and you feel so deeply seen and cared for when you wake up to lunch and the laundry folded. We all deserve personalized care, and support during a pivotal time in our lifetime health and that of our babies. Thank you to all the amazing doulas I've had the honor to work with and to know over the years. Thank you to my own doulas and midwives, and to all the doulas who are today leading the charge to transform healthcare for birthing people everywhere. I often would say that a doula is loving for a living. So today, I want to talk about the love, not the numbers. So much love. #worlddoulaweek #doulas #WDW

Co-parenting is a lifelong commitment that doesn't end when your children reach adulthood. Celebrations like graduations, weddings, and the birth of grandchildren continue to bring co-parents together. Building a respectful, cooperative relationship with your co-parent can benefit your family in the long term. Recognize that your role as a co-parent evolves over time, and ongoing communication and collaboration with your co-parent remain important for family cohesion. Embrace opportunities to celebrate and support your children's milestones together, as maintaining a positive co-parenting relationship can contribute to your children's emotional well-being and family harmony into adulthood. #family #coparenting #parentingtips

September is National Kinship Care Month! Here at RedMane we understand the importance of kinship care, which is essential for children and youth to maintain connections to their cultural roots and communities. We know the importance of maintaining family bonds, and we salute all caregivers. #KinshipCareMonth Interested in kinship care? RedMane's webinar, "Kinship Care Success: Real Life Strategies," provides insights into common challenges and effective strategies. https://lnkd.in/gjcUZyPZ

Are you a family-focused family? A parent-focused family? Or a Kid-focused family. Brené Brown shares in an interview with Tim Ferriss how and why her family "puts the family as the system that we serve." The goal of a family-focused family is to make decisions together. That could mean be everything from afterschool activities to new jobs or travel and everything in between. The goal is that what you decide on serves the family and aligns with YOUR family's goals. (But as Brene clearly shouts out, even in family-focused families, the parents make the final decisions). For #workingparents this is tough. This week, during one of our Parents & Caregivers at WRK program sessions, we discussed this very issue as we embark on a new school year and with it many transitions to our schedules, routines, and commitments! In our session it, most of us agreed that we want and strive to be family-focused families, but the demands of #paidwork make it difficult. Often our kids are in after-care programs into the evenings which limits their ability to participate in extra-curricular activities, so it feels like we are stuck in a parent-focused family. Meanwhile, we feel the #guilt of watching what appear to be kid-focused families where their kids seem to participate in everything (but remember, it's not always how it appears!) But there is a solution! At WRK/360, we teach the #FairPlayMethod through our Fair Play at WRK programs. Fair Play breaks down how to align your family values and helps everyone (even kids!) to understand the #invisiblework behind running your home and family, and positions your family and home as a system. These tools help you create a family-focused family where you connect on your values, respect & value everyone's paid and unpaid work, and build a framework to more equitably manage the home. And bonus...it helps organizations and leaders recognize the bias against caregivers in the workplace and narrow the leadership gap! Interested? Check out the link in the comments and watch this video with Brene Brown! https://lnkd.in/gTAMUxUH ~~~~~ 👋🏼 Hi, I'm Mary Beth, founder of WRK/360. Our coaching, trainings, and programs support and retain your working parents and caregiving employees from #parentalleave through #eldercare. ☝🏼 Hit the button at the top to subscribe to our newsletter or DM me to learn more about our core programs! Parental Leave at WRK, Parents & Caregivers at WRK, and Fair Play at WRK. Like this post? Want to see more? 🔔Follow me and click the bell on my profile.

Happy Fathers Day. Happy family day every day. Here’s to fathers taking more time to be with their kids, to help at home, to be fully involved. Here’s to trying to be the most supportive and encouraging partners and fathers. To giving your all, always. To sacrifice opportunities to be just dads. To want the chance and take it. To trying to live up to what our kids deserve. To get muddy and playful. To be covered in diapers or spaghetti, to chasing the kids, tidying up, to being silly. To do the homework and the admin, the stuff no one really wants to do. Here’s to listening to their wives / partners. Putting them first whenever you can. Trying to really be better and do better. And to occasionally even being right 🥳 And that’s more than enough!

Ever considered how the way we care for our elders today influences our children's approach to caregiving tomorrow? It's a fascinating aspect of family dynamics, one that reveals the profound impact of our actions on future generations. Our treatment of aging parents serves as a blueprint for our children's attitudes and behaviors toward us as we age. When they witness us prioritizing the needs of our elders, demonstrating empathy, patience, and respect, they internalize these values deeply. As a life coach, I often delve into this topic with families, emphasizing the importance of nurturing familial bonds and instilling a culture of compassion and responsibility. By fostering an environment where care for elders is valued and practiced, we lay the groundwork for a future where our children reciprocate this care with grace and dignity. Let's seize this opportunity to cultivate a legacy of love and support that transcends generations. Through open communication, empathy, and a commitment to honoring our elders, we can shape a future where familial bonds are cherished and nurtured, ensuring that our children carry forward the values of compassion and respect that we instill in them today #parentingtips #parenting

🌊 Lessons in Peaceful Parenting from Marlin and Dory 🐠 In the beloved film Finding Nemo, Marlin, a cautious clownfish, embarks on an epic ocean journey to rescue his son, Nemo, with the help of Dory, a forgetful but endlessly optimistic blue tang fish. Their journey parallels the principles of peaceful parenting in unexpected ways. Marlin, driven by fear and anxiety, initially struggles to trust Dory's carefree approach. But as they navigate through treacherous waters together, their journey teaches us that positive parenting isn't about shielding children from all dangers, but empowering them to face life's challenges with resilience and optimism. One poignant moment occurs when Marlin becomes overwhelmed with doubt, questioning his ability to keep Nemo safe. Amidst life's uncertainties, Dory's simple yet profound advice—“Just keep swimming”—inspires Marlin to let go of anxieties and embrace parenting with resilience and optimism. Through their adventures, Marlin and Dory face challenges with courage, navigate conflicts with empathy, and foster a sense of trust and cooperation. Their journey teaches us that positive parenting isn't about shielding our children from all dangers but empowering them to navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience. It also teaches us that you don't have to be a parent to "parent"—we can all play a nurturing role in the lives of those around us. “Likewise, when you make small changes within yourself, those changes can grow into a small wave of healing, then into a bigger one—eventually eroding the old shores and patterns we've been carrying that no longer serve us.” — Sarah R. Moore We can replace those patterns with something much healthier, much stronger, and much longer lasting: the power of healing our families. Inspired by Marlin and Dory's adventures, join us in embracing peaceful parenting principles in our upcoming training, How to Raise Children Who Become the Peacemakers of the World. Let's create a nurturing environment where love, empathy, and understanding flourish, guiding our families, communities, and children toward a brighter and more peaceful future. Thank you for being a part of this journey with us. #PeacefulParenting #FindingNemo #ParentingTips #EmotionalIntelligence #CommunityBuilding #ChildDevelopment #LinkedInLearning

Happy Easter holidays to parents and carers out there. A little tip from us at Embrace to support you during half-term. The foundation to all parenting interventions is positive attention. Think back to when your child/ren were babies and toddlers... you watched their every move, praised them, and smiled at every new learning step, giving them your time and positive attention. A common parent trap as our child/ren get older, is that our attention is usually when they do something wrong or are not meeting our expectations, and therefore the scales are imbalanced. They learn to gain our attention from unwanted behaviour. Over half term, try to give some positive attention. Notice, when they try, when they share, when they play well, when they are helpful. Let them know how great they are and see what difference this makes. Let us know what happens! Embrace Positive Attention.