Parent Nurturants
It is easier said than done right? But the truth is that deep down we all know that it is our moods thanks to our ever demanding life that makes us snap or yell when our kids are being... kids.
Sometimes all we need is someone to remind us to slow down and unbusy our minds so that we are truly present in the moment with our children. We help parents who wish to incorporate a mindful way of parenting so that raising children is an abundantly joyful phase of life rather than feeling unbearably lonely and overwhelmed all the way by being their sounding board and helping them with practical advise on imbibing respectful parenting.
"Our son (now five), had a challenging couple of years - new city, new sibling, online classes, and all that came with being a toddler during the COVID pandemic. My wife and I (both working, without a work-from-home option) were often worried and sometimes struggled to cope.
This was when we got in touch with Pallavi. Her insights gave us confidence in our parental instincts but also deepened our perspective. Her ideas revolved around building a strong emotional connect, having age-appropriate expectations based on what the child's mind and body is ready for, and setting boundaries firmly and with mutual respect. She generously shared several resources and books - especially on the RIE philosophy and self-regulation.
Over the course of a few conversations with Pallavi, I got better at understanding the world through my son's eyes. Over time, I was able to read the feelings beneath his behaviour, understand his 'triggers' better and anticipate his mood changes. We created more opportunities for him (such as 'quiet time' before bed) to communicate with us freely. We found that he bounced back much better when we could talk about his feelings, actions and what caused them, in a calm and safe space. It's still an ongoing journey, but it feels like we're on the right track.
I highly recommend The Nurturant as a resource for teachers, caregivers and parents. Being a parent these days can be overwhelming and confusing. It helps to have a person or community who understands children so well, who can help us reflect and refine our approach. "
