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EVERYTHING you should know before starting solids with baby-led weaning

I have gathered the facts you need to know about baby-led weaning and the helpful tips you can follow when you start solids, so you can do so with confidence, and experience less stress through the process…

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potty-training PRO TIPS every first-timer should know

No need to bribe with candy or force sitting. And no need to drag the process out for months and months. I am going to show you how you can set a solid foundation for potty-training in the first 3 days, while keeping it peaceful and low-stress for all, so you can see success sooner. Here we go…

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About Low Stress Motherhood

We are more than the stress that we carry.

Let's harness the chaos so we can find your happy place in motherhood. I'm here to help moms find some solace and helpful resources that ease the load of motherhood and allow them to show up as the person they want to be, for themselves and their children.

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I draw upon a variety of approaches, such as conscious parenting, gentle parenting, positive parenting, responsive parenting, and the Montessori method.

Over the past decade, I have experimented with these techniques to discover what is most effective for children aged 0-5 at my daycare and preschool, as well as with my own twin preschoolers.

When it comes to things like listening and yellling, you can see change in 1-3 days. With things like picky eating, sleeping, and potty training, you can see results in a few days to a week.

By following the things you learn on my blog, you can become the parent you envision, gain more cooperation from your child, create an even deeper connection to your child, and have a more peaceful home life.

Coming from the dual perspective of both mother and professional caregiver, I offer a unique approach to parenting advice that is well-researched, well-practiced with dozens of different types of children, and practical for modern families. I firmly believe that parenting styles can be learned and that we have the power to choose the kind of mother we wish to become and the home vibe we wish to have. As a lifelong learner, I continuously adapt and engage with those around me to meet their needs effectively.

As the mother of twin toddlers, I have an intimate understanding of the challenges and joys that accompany raising young children. With almost a decade of professional experience in early childhood education, my journey has also involved owning a Montessori-inspired daycare and preschool, where I have nurtured and guided countless children aged 0-5 years.

My dedication to staying informed on child development and effective parenting strategies, especially within peaceful and conscious parenting, ensures that my guidance is rooted in the latest research and grounded in the best practices. This unique combination of personal insight and professional knowledge enables me to offer trustworthy, empathetic, and practical advice to other parents navigating the early stages of child-rearing.

While having your partner on board with any parenting changes you are making would be a wonderful support system and reinforce concepts with your child, you can still get excellent results being the only parent that implements new strategies at home.

More often than not, partners notice the positive effects your new approach is having on you and your child and they begin to follow suit or become open to making adjustments, as they’ve witnessed that what you’re doing is working.

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Feel confident, prepared, supported and equipped for what's to come with tools that help you pivot and execute, so that you can minimize overwhelm and maximize balance. A calmer household you love and thrive in, despite the challenges, can be yours.

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not a race, competition, or a show, it is a beautiful unfolding of who you are, who your child is and who you are together, and the life you are building as a family.

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breath in, feel your feelings, reflect, and choose to show up as who you want to be in this new life as mom.

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Potty-Training?

Keep the process peaceful and low-stress for all. The Peaceful Potty-Training Method is a gentle process, proven to work in 10 days.

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Manage the inevitable moments with calm and ease. Know what to say that minimizes meltdowns and shapes future tantrum-free behavior.

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The idea of serving solid foods to your tiny little baby who’s only ever had milk go down their throats and are just barely sitting up on their own, can feel overwhelming and mind-boggling. 

To help answer your questions about how to start, here are 15 pictures of how to safely serve foods…

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Things no one tells you about potty-training and how to handle them

1. Days 1-3 of potty-training are not about peeing and pooping in the potty. Huh? That’s right. Let’s shatter this discouraging belief so you do not feel demotivated on your first day of potty-training.

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7 food to avoid when you start solids with baby-led weaning

Some foods aren’t yet safe for your young child to consume. Always check with your pediatrician about concerns and with questions. Here are 7 foods to steer clear of when starting baby-led weaning (before 12 months old) and why…

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Let’s go over everything you will need to be prepared for potty-training. I am going to share strategies from the Peaceful Potty-Training Method so you can keep things as low-stress as possible for yourself and your child… 

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