"This classic book is a wonderful parental companion that can be read a few pages at a time. Inspirational stories and research nurture the parent into an empathic embrace of her child.
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"Self-compassion is vital for adults. It reduces anxiety and depression. It’s been linked to greater well-being, emotional coping skills and compassion for others. Unfortunately, many of us have a hard time practicing self-compassion. |
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"We say things like “I don’t have time for that,” or “I’m running out of time,” or “I never have the time to do what’s most important to me,” or “I never have time for me.” These beliefs about the scarcity of time can stimulate feelings of... read more |
"We need to remember that we cannot change the virus, the stock market, or political responses to all of this but we... read more |
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Little gnome was confused. |
"Our child’s fears and worries about being unsafe don’t often show up in these words. |
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Thank you to the National Parenting Education Network - NPEN for collaborating with organizations like API to raise the message that parenting education is for everyone. |
The Brain Architects Podcast: COVID-19 Special Edition: A Different World with Dr. Jack Shonkoff. Note the guides and resources included at the link too. |
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The power of empathy when parenting is challenging...
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Helpful language to use with our children about Coronavirus COVID-19, as well as resources and activities from API Board member Darcia Narvaez for Psychology Today. |
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Group prenatal care was helpful in increasing self-esteem while decreasing social conflict and depression among at-risk women. |
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