In today's episode, we dive deep into aware parenting with María of Mama Maria Coaching. María, a psychologist and certified aware parenting coach, brings a wealth of knowledge to parents looking to navigate the challenging yet rewarding journey of parenthood. From her multicultural blended family in Amsterdam, Maria offers insights and practical advice to parents worldwide.
After accepting her own role in her daughter's struggles, Maria embarked on a year-long program with an aware parenting coach, Chris Muller. She learned to feel and process her own emotions and teach her daughter to do the same. Maria shares how these experiences paved the way for her work as an aware parenting instructor.
Maria developed her own framework called SMART, which stands for:
- Self-development and Self-care
- Money
- Aware Parenting
- Relationships
- Time
Each pillar addresses critical aspects of both parenthood and personal growth. The SMART approach provides practical tools and guidance for creating a more serene and balanced family life.
Highlighting the first 1000 days of a child's life, Maria emphasizes how crucial these formative years are for brain development and emotional growth. Studies like the ACE Study show that early adverse experiences often lead to trauma, which impacts individuals throughout their lives. Maria's framework incorporates this understanding to help parents nurture healthier relationships with their children.
Maria's insights and the SMART framework offer a comprehensive approach to parenting that emphasizes self-awareness, practical tools, and emotional connection. By addressing our own needs and creating a nurturing environment, we can foster healthier relationships with our children and navigate the challenges of parenthood with greater ease.
We talk about:
- 00:00 Intro
- 03:27 Maria's Personal Journey to Aware Parenting
- 04:25 The Turning Point: A Mother's Awakening
- 08:42 The Path to Becoming Mama Maria
- 13:37 The SMART Approach to Parenting
- 14:23 Understanding the Importance of Early Childhood
- 15:47 The Challenges and Realities of Parenting
- 18:37 The SMART Framework Explained
- 26:44 The Importance of Early Attachment and Security
- 27:06 Self-Care and Parental Behavior
- 28:53 Understanding Parental Blind Spots
- 31:11 The Role of Compassion in Parenting
- 36:39 The Power of Play in Child Development
- 43:34 Advice for Expecting and New Parents
- 47:22 Resources and Support for Parents
- 49:14 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Blog page: https://www.mamamariacoach.com/blog
- Freebie - 50 Tips for SMART Parenting & Making Your Parenting Life Easier: https://www.mamamariacoach.com/newsletter
- MamaMagazine - María: Todos los caminos conducen a la infancia: https://www.mamagazine.es/maria-bordallo-todos-los-caminos-conducen-a-la-infancia/
Connect with María
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mamamariacoach
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mamamariacoach
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mamamariacoach
- https://www.mamamariacoach.com/
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