Head and Heart Books

Hello lovely, I'm so sorry to hear about your pregnancy loss.  It can be a difficult and emotional experience for you and your whole family.  I understand firsthand how devastating pregnancy loss can be because I have experienced multiple miscarriages. The pain and heartache that comes with losing a pregnancy left me feeling lost and alone, but through my journey, I have gained valuable insight into the grieving process and how to cope with the aftermath.  In this blog post I will share 3 books that will help you explain Pregnancy loss and written through any emotions that come up with your child. Outside of these three books I recommend looking into books that focus on grief and loss to help your child understand what has happened and how to cope with their emotions.  It is important to help your child understand pregnancy loss; understand what happened, explore their feelings around pregnancy loss and what it means for the future.  Su pporting your child in un...

Using affirmations in motherhood can be a powerful tool to help you stay positive and focused.  As a mother you are bombarded with a million things as soon as you wake up, affirmations can help you slow down and really narrow your thinking.  Affirmations can be used to help you stay motivated and empowered as a mother.  What are affirmations: Affirmations are positive statements that you can repeat to yourself throughout the day in order to affirm your beliefs and values.  Examples of affirmations could include:  “I am a capable and loving mother”,  “I can handle whatever comes my way”,  “I am worthy and deserving of love”, and  “I am strong and capable of making the right decisions for my children.”  Taking the time to affirm yourself can be a great way to show yourself love and appreciation. Affirmations are also a great tool to reduce overwhelm. If you have a favourite positive statement, during times of stress you can say it to yourself o...

Journaling can be a great way to explore your own thoughts and feelings.  It allows you to reflect on your experiences and make connections between them. It can also be used to express your creativity and work through difficult emotions.  It can be helpful to start by writing down your thoughts and feelings without judgement, so you can gain insight into what is going on inside. You can also try writing down solutions to problems or things you are grateful for.  If you are feeling stuck or overwhelmed, you can also try writing or drawing out your feelings.  Journaling can provide a healthy outlet for your emotions and can give you the clarity and insight you need to move forward. When journaling for self exploration - practice makes perfect. Set aside a time each week to complete the journal prompt. Remember to just let the words flow and not to edit yourself.   Week 1: What are you holding onto that is no longer serving you? Week 2: When was the last time you p...

Grief is a natural response to loss.  It is an emotional experience that can be both physical and psychological. It can manifest as a range of emotions such as sadness, anger, guilt, loneliness, and confusion.  Grief is a process that can last for days, weeks, months, or even years, and it is unique to each individual. While some people find comfort in talking about their grief, others prefer to find other outlets such as music, art, or exercise to express their feelings. Grief is a normal and necessary part of healing from loss. Journaling can help you through grief Journaling can be a great way to help you process and cope with grief. Writing down your feelings can help you to understand them better, and also help to provide a creative outlet.  Journaling can be a place to express your sadness, confusion, anger, and other emotions that accompany grief. It can also be a place to remember and honor your loved one. By writing out your thoughts and feelings, you can gain a ...