Marni Parsons: A Coach 4 Parents & Family Consultant

04/20/2020

For those of you with preschoolers at home during this pandemic.

Not Forever But For Now: A story for children about feelings during the pandemic

04/15/2020

Some helpful tips for parents who find themselves teaching at home.

Understanding the “why” behind teaching practices can help parents create meaningful and effective at-home learning opportunities during the pandemic.

04/08/2020

For your children.

04/04/2020

During these challenging times, it is hard to know where to begin. I have written a post that I wanted to share with you. I hope you find peace and joy during this time.

Where to begin...

Deep breaths. Have you been seeing or hearing as many reminders to take deep breaths lately as I have?

We all know to breathe, but the reminders are helpful. During stressful times (like right now), our breathing can become shallow. Our bodies have a physiological need for oxygen, and when we actually pause to take deep breaths, it helps our bodies calm down. Then our minds can calm and we can center ourselves -- something that most of us need especially right now.

Please know that the stress, anxiety, and fear you may be feeling right now are real. All of these feelings and emotions that come up when we’re in the middle of a tragic event (like right now) are normal. You’re not alone.

So where do we begin when we’re feeling overwhelmed with emotions? Know that what you’re feeling is real, and take deep breaths.

It sounds simple and is easy to dismiss, but it’s the best thing you can do is just to acknowledge and accept where you are and take a breath.

Last week, I got some really bad news. When I heard it, my body was literally shaken. I could feel the energy moving through me in a powerful way, and I couldn’t sort through my thoughts and feelings. So I just let my body shake and I did my best to breathe slowly and deeply.

That’s where I hope you’ll begin today. Acknowledge what you’re feeling (which can be hard, uncomfortable, and unsettling) and take as many deep breaths as you can.

I have a lot of resources and skills that I’ll be sharing with you, but for today, please just breathe.

We are in this together, and we will get through this together.

If you need help, please reach out. All of the services below are free and confidential, and your age, immigration status, or situation doesn’t matter. These are resources and support for YOU whenever you need them. Please use them. (And don’t forget to breathe.)

Emergencies. For life-and-death emergencies, call 9-1-1. You can also text 9-1-1 if you’re not able to call.

Mental health and coping support. If you’re feeling stressed, depressed, or anxious and need to talk with someone call 1-800-854-7771 (LA County Department of Mental Health 24/7) or text “LA” to 741741.

Domestic violence help. If you, your family, or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence or are in need of assistance call the 24-Hour Crisis Line: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). More than 200 languages are available and all calls are free and confidential.

Child Help National Abuse Hotline: Text or call 24/7: 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453)

02/13/2020

https://themilitarywifeandmom.com/raise-well-adjusted-kid/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=social-pug

With so much conflicting parenting advice, you may wonder how to raise a well-adjusted kid? Before you hide under the pillow, check out these 13 habits any parent can do.

06/28/2019

This is a must read to understand how direct or witnesses trauma affects children’s brains and manifests in development.

What if we could find a way to identify which children are most vulnerable to stress while they're still in infancy?

06/05/2019

A new study shows su***de rates in girls ages 10 to 14 are rising.

03/16/2019

So happy that the AAP took a stance—no spanking!

According to the AAP, research shows that spanking is harmful to child development in the long run. The AAP also says to avoid nonphysical punishment that is humiliating, scary or threatening.

02/24/2018

If you are parenting teens, please watch this.

https://www.facebook.com/imjoshshipp/videos/10156113480344246/

08/22/2017

https://vimeo.com/203123015?from=outro-embed

This is "Parenting Like Kenny Rogers" by Brilliant Partners on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

03/30/2017

Tips for talking to your kids about s*x.

Times have changed, and so has the s*x talk.