Parenting | Nina Sidell, M.A. ~ Live Inspired!®

Keep Calm and Mother On!

When I was a little girl of seven, I wanted to be a mommy. I knew that someday when the time was right, my dream would come true. I was a student, daughter, sister, granddaughter, cousin, friend and girlfriend up until the time I got married. I worked many jobs and became a psychotherapist in private practice. When the time came, I became the proud mother of two incredible and lovable children. My path shifted as…

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May 14, 2017

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Parenting / Self-Care

Who Takes Care of Mommy?

Tips for Self-Care, and what it takes to make Mom happy

By Nina Sidell

Becoming a parent summons you to take on a variety of roles and responsibilities outside of life as you know it- including your existing obligations. Delving into new unchartered territory comes with the job description- and continues throughout time, when you are a mother. From the beginning of your time together, until the end of your time together, as a parent you are stretched beyond singular, self-focused responsibilities, attend to the variety of needs of your child, and everyone else in your world. You become an adept juggler when you are a mother managing your world. So, when the “balancing act” of juggling stops, who takes care of you?

Being a parent is the biggest job you will ever have. As a mom, (more…)

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October 4, 2016

adult child / healing / Parenting

What Did Your Parents Teach You?

What teachings did your parents offer you in your childhood and teen years? Be mindful as you answer that question of the spoken and unspoken teachings and messages that were given to you and what you received.

Let us first consider the spoken teachings from your parents or primary caregivers. The elements necessary to parent a child well are multi-faceted and require consistent love and effort on the parents’ part. The parents’ attitude and energy level also must be considered. The parents’ history and background are factors in how well or effectively they teach by word and example. (more…)

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September 13, 2016

Parenting

A Mother’s Evolution

A place for moms looking to create meaningful and purposeful lives for themselves and their children. A Mother’s Evolution Nina Sidell, M.A. For as long as I can remember, specifically since the age of seven, I wanted to become a mommy. I felt love for my future unborn children and was excited to know and love them. I recall telling my parents that this was my dream, along with being a teacher, helper (I did not…

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August 1, 2016

Parenting

A Parent’s Unconditional Love

A Parent’s Unconditional Love By Nina Sidell, MA ~ 2 min read When you become a parent, the one thing you can always count on is the constancy of change and adaptation in your life. You learn as you go and follow what feels right to you. You soon see as your child grows into themselves that you are continuously exploring unknown territory. Like discovering a new frontier or remote solar system, you realize the lay…

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June 15, 2016

Parenting / Parenting for Life book / parenting group

“Parenting for Life” in The Summertime Support Group (six weeks)

Parenting for Life in The Summertime with Nina Sidell, M.A. Cultivate Summer Closeness- a six-week support group- Starts July 6th! Calling all local parents who want to prepare for a special summer with your stay-at-home children. Make use of summer’s slower pace with more “family time” opportunities. This is the perfect time of year to re-connect in small and big ways at home and build closeness with the ones you love. In this support group we will…

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June 9, 2016