Emotional Toolkit – For Back to Daycare & School

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Sending your little one off to daycare, kindergarten or back to school brings up all the feels—relief, pride, grief, sadness, and maybe even a little anxiety. This transition can be even trickier when there is a new baby in the family. You’re not alone in this.
This toolkit is designed to help you find your flow amidst the transition, to honour your emotions, and to show up with calm, clarity, and connection.
You’re doing amazing, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. Let’s make this season one of growth for both you and your child.
Learn about the support you didn't know you needed.
We have cherry picked the most useful resources for your fourth trimester so that you don't have to waste precious hours searching.

Article - Alice Mason (Align with Alice)
Human Design for Motherhood: Understanding Yourself, Your Child, and Your Parenting
At first glance, you might wonder how Human Design is relevant to your motherhood journey, but I want to share with you the incredible wisdom that this modality offers. The way I see it, this support comes in three powerful ways. It provides guidance and understanding of yourself — how you’re wired and what your needs are. It offers insight into your child and practical guidance to parent in accordance with their unique nature. It strengthens the bond between you, helping you foster a relationship built on understanding rather than expectation.

Article - Elise Clement (Elise Clement Psychotherapy & Coaching)
Tips to avoid maternal burnout
Perfectionism is not a healthy habit. Even less so when it comes to motherhood, unless you’re keen to rub shoulders with overwhelm, resentment, rage and the feeling of never being satisfied, which can eventually lead to maternal burnout.

Interview - Louise Barton + Elisha Wildblood (Not Another Onesie)
In Conversation With Vicky O’Rourke from Connect Baby
Who's doing what at home? The truth about domestic load & how to lighten it together.

Article - Polly Watson (Nurtured Lactation)
Worried About Breastfeeding? Here’s How to Make the First Weeks Easier.
Struggling with breastfeeding in the early days? Learn how to overcome common challenges, establish a strong milk supply, and set yourself up for a smooth breastfeeding journey with expert-backed tips and support strategies







