Pregnancy
3 Amazing Ways to have a Mindful Pregnancy and Connect with your Body & Baby
Do you make sure to pause everyday and be mindful about this life changing experience you’re having and
Namrita Bendapudi
February 2, 2023
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Labor & Birth
10 Ways to Stay Active in the First Stage of Labor
What are your plans for how you will be spending time in labor?
Do you have a mental image of yourself in a hospital gown, lying on your back on the hospital bed, holding on to your belly in agony and hyperventilating as your contractions come and go?
Well, this post is about to change that because I’m not only going to tell you WHY it’s so important to MOVE during labor but also HOW you can do that! So let’s get out of the bed and get moving!
Namrita Bendapudi
February 7, 2021
Labor & Birth
What you Need to Know About The Power of Language – And How it Helped me Cope with Labor
When I became aware of the impact of the mind-body connection through the childbirth class I had attended, I made a very conscious effort through my pregnancy going forth to change the way I talked about birth and my baby in the womb. I chose to use respectful language and was more mindful about the words I used to describe my experience. I slowly became more aware of how the words I used created a physical reaction and response in my body.
Namrita Bendapudi
January 31, 2021
Parenting
Why a Rhythm and not a Schedule Works Best for Families that are Cooped up Indoors with Young Children
With schools closing because of the COVID-19 outbreak and regular after school activities and public play areas no
Namrita Bendapudi
March 15, 2020
Parenting
When your Child Says NO!
NO has been a constant word in her vocabulary since Ay became verbally expressive at 1.5 years. NO!!!
Namrita Bendapudi
January 2, 2020
Parenting
Problem Solving WITH Your Child
Partnering with your child to find a solution to a problem they have is one of the most
Namrita Bendapudi
January 2, 2020
Parenting
What is your Super Power?
This question prompt evolved on its own, and quite unintentionally, in the course of my many conversations with
Namrita Bendapudi
January 2, 2020
Motherhood
5 Things to Say to a New Mum When You are Visiting Her!
Here are some friendly reminders if you’re visiting a brand new mum (but this really applies to a
Namrita Bendapudi
January 2, 2020
Motherhood
Dear Mama, When Someone Offers you a Hand, Say Yes This Time.
Dear Mama, I see you. You, who is juggling everything all at once. You have a squirmy baby in
Namrita Bendapudi
January 2, 2020
Parenting
“I look good, Mama”
This little girl found my new lipstick in my bag. “Mama, can I use it?” “Of course, Ay”
Namrita Bendapudi
January 2, 2020
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