Ep.14 Why Mothering from the head limits connection

About this episode

The episode discusses the importance of mothering from the body to enhance connection with the baby.

The conversation explores the concept of mothering from the body rather than the head, emphasizing the importance of somatic connection and presence in parenting. It highlights the impact of hyper-mental parenting and the need to shift focus to the body for deeper connection with the baby. Takeaways Somatic connection is essential for effective parenting Shifting focus from the mind to the body enhances the parent-baby connection Chapters 00:00 Mothering from the Head 06:30 Practicing Presence and Connection

People in this episode

Host: Prema

Topics covered

• mothering
• somatic connection
• parenting
• presence
• mental parenting

Keywords

• somatic parenting
• connection
• hyper-mental parenting
• presence
• parent-baby bond

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