Parental Stress
You care about your child and want the best for them. But maybe you are not enjoying parenting as much as you'd like. The demands of parenthood feel relentless. You're finding yourself constantly struggling with your child's behaviors. You want your child to do what you've asked them, but this is an uphill battle. You feel overwhelmed when they are having a meltdown or whining. Maybe you and your child are stuck in a cycle of tension and disconnect. It can feel hopeless if these patterns have been going on for a long time. Parenting can be difficult, but you don't have to do it alone. We can provide a space to empower you for parenting strategies that support harmony between you and your kiddo.
Parents may need help with:
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Co-regulation skills
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Parental resilience
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Social support
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Managing child behavior
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Relationship repair
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Self-compassion
What is "Gentle Parenting?"
People may think that "gentle parenting" means that your child never acts out, you are always attentive to them, and that you never feel angry or overwhelmed, and react based on those feelings. These myths can lead to parents feeling depleted and depressed. It is normal for your child to show a wide-variety of emotions. They are meant to push against limits and rules as part of their development. It is normal for you to want a break from your child and to not always meet your child's wants.
Our team understands the daily struggle of what parents and caregivers face with their kids. We are experienced in research-based methods shown to support parental satisfaction and a healthy parent-child bond. Parents need a safe place to vent their frustrations and troubleshoot what challenges they are facing with their child. Gentle Guardians Counseling provides a non-judgmental, compassionate place to learn information and skills for improved parenting experiences.
