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Mindful Momma
As we head into holidays and gear up for a new year, I find my head swirling with needs and wants and nonsense. To help be more present and relaxed, I downloaded an free app earlier this week and just did the first lesson. And I think it's kind of awesome.
It is all about parenting and mindfulness. The sessions are short (5-8 mins each) and manageable. They are calming, but not weird or "crunchy." Anyone want to commit to a week of trying it out with me? Once we make it through a week, we can go for two. After all, it is about being where you are and growing to where we want to be.
Click here to get the Mind the Bump app and more details.
About Mind the Bump:
Smiling Mind and beyondblue have teamed up to create a Mindfulness Meditation to help individuals and couples mentally and emotionally prepare for having a baby and becoming a new parent. Mind the Bump provides tailored exercises to mentally and emotionally support you from day one of pregnancy through to 24 months after birth. This program is for mothers, fathers, single parents and same sex couples.