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Breathe, Laugh, Parent- The Shine Om Podcast, Personal Development, Real Talk

Quarter One Reflection: Returning to the Most Loved & Nourished Version of Me

What happens when you realise you’ve been productive… but disconnected from your true intention? In this deeply honest and reflective episode of Breathe, Laugh, Parent — The Shine Om Podcast, Rach shares her raw quarter one reflection after setting the intention at the beginning of 2026 to become “the most loved and nourished version” of herself. If you’ve drifted away from your intention this year, this episode is your reminder that it’s okay to redirect.

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Breathe, Laugh, Parent- The Shine Om Podcast

Navigating the Energies of 2026 with Intention, Presence and Coherence

Explore the energetic themes of 2026, including the Year of the Fire Horse, astrology, nervous system support and how to move with intention instead of urgency.

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Family Resources, Family Wellbeing, Mindfulness, Mindfulness for kids, Resources for kids

5 Ways to Build Calm Into Your Family’s Day Using Colouring

(Mindful Routines for Young Kids That Actually Work) If you’re parenting young children, you already know: calm doesn’t just “happen.” It’s the 4 pm unravel.The bedtime resistance.The overstimulation.The sibling tension. And often, it’s not misbehaviour — it’s nervous system overload. In this episode of Breathe, Laugh, Parent — The Shine Om Podcast, I share five… Continue reading 5 Ways to Build Calm Into Your Family’s Day Using Colouring

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Breathe, Laugh, Parent- The Shine Om Podcast, Family Wellbeing, Sleep

How Do I Get My Baby to Sleep When My Toddler Is Home?

Putting a baby to sleep while your toddler is still home can feel like the ultimate parenting juggle. In this honest and practical episode, Rach shares lived experience and nervous-system-friendly strategies for settling a baby while supporting a bouncy, high-energy toddler. From realistic quiet time ideas to co-regulation tools and structured screen use, this episode reframes bedtime from chaos to connection. If you're navigating two young children and feeling stretched thin, this conversation offers grounding reassurance and practical steps you can adapt to your family.

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Breathe, Laugh, Parent- The Shine Om Podcast, Personal Development

Setting Intentions for the Year Ahead as a Mother

A gentle guide to setting intentions for the new year as a mother—focused on healing, nervous system support, and becoming the most nourished version of yourself.