Rachel Andrew

Anya Hayes

Stop feeling like a failure, and start enjoying motherhood| Addresses the idea of 'Supermum', showing how unhelpful it is to try and reach unrealistic perfection Deals with negative emotions many mums feel: anxiety, self-doubt, guilt, and teaches them to change their thinking methods Uses proven techniques such as CBT, mindfulness and narrative therapies to empower mums to change their mindset and feel happier Teaches mums to focus on THEIR strengths and stop comparing themselves to others |Empowers mums to stop feeling like they're not good enough, as they strive to be 'Supermum' - and start having confidence in their parenting. Uses CBT, mindfulness and narrative therapies to dismiss negative thoughts, learn to stop comparing yourself to others and to be a happier mum.|As mums, we've all had that feeling of "not being good enough", not measuring up to expectations of how we should be doing - where parenting is concerned this is a really unhelpful trap to fall into, and doesn't help you or your children. It can lead to feelings of anxiety, guilt and failure. Especially if you're attaining to be an unrealistic figure: Supermum. What if you were able to dwell on the good stuff rather than the bad? To have confidence in your decisions, trust your gut, and let go of your skewed vision of 'perfect parenting'? The key is to find a way to navigate through any unhelpful thought patterns, to find a more positive, healthier outlook. This is a book for those seeking to find that shift in perception: to turn around your negative mindset, to view your own achievements in a different light, to be kinder to yourself. It uses CBT, mindfulness and other established therapies to help you to rebuild your confidence in your own parenting style and drown out the niggling competitive doubts. The sooner you do this, the sooner you can enjoy parenting your kids, and they will thank you for it. Embracing the imperfect, being good enough. With easy-to-follow activities combining a blend of other psychological strategies, the book walks you through exactly how to unpick your bad thinking habits. Author Anya Hayes and clinical psychologist Dr Rachel Andrew give you in-the-moment solutions to common parenting flashpoints, as well as enabling you to create robust, positive and flexible ways to approach parenting decisions in the future.

Become a happier mum by overcoming anxiety, ditching guilt and embracing imperfection using CBT and mindfulness techniques

The Supermum Myth

Pilates for Pregnancy covers the fundamentals of Pilates and includes a progressive Pilates program tailored for each trimester--focusing on pelvic floor and abdominal strength, posture and health & fitness. Anya Hayes' insightful exercise guide will help you conquer the physical and mental stresses of pregnancy and improve your pregnancy health, mood, and energy. This is a straight talking, woman-to-woman pregnancy fitness guide that shows you: · how to optimize the position of your baby for a better birth experience; · how to avoid succumbing to the "pregnancy waddle" and protect your back as your bump grows; · how to deal with second pregnancy posture while running after/constantly lifting a toddler; · how to minimize the trials of pregnancy on your abdominals, pelvic floor and mind; · how to get into the right mindset for a positive labor, and release tension postnatally; · exactly what cardio exercise is safe and beneficial to you and your bump, and what you should avoid.

A safe and effective guide for pregnancy and motherhood

Pilates for Pregnancy

This is a straight-talking, woman-to-woman postnatal recovery guide with a difference. These tailored Pilates exercises are safe and effective to build strong foundations, whatever your exercise goals. Clear step-by-step exercises are suitable for the fourth trimester, caesarean recovery and year one and beyond. Take control of your postnatal recovery and feel empowered with this toolkit of resources. Health, fitness and wellbeing advice will help replenish and renew your energy in mind, body and spirit. Learn how to check for abdominal separation and recognise the signs of pelvic floor weakness – what it means and what you can do about it. Posture tips, easily incorporated into your day-to-day life – while breastfeeding, pushing your buggy, at your desk, picking up your toddler. Routines are realistic and manageable as they are broken down into bite-sized 10/20/30-minute blocks.

A Recovery and Strength Guide for Life

Postnatal Pilates

Hollie Smith

Pregnancy: the naked truth is a refreshing alternative to the medical pregnancy tomes. It is down-to-earth, funny and honest, guiding women through each stage of pregnancy in a practical and reassuring way. It deals with issues other books may avoid, and answers questions you’d want to ask your best friend: I got drunk before I knew – is my baby ok? What’s an episiotomy? Are piles inevitable? Can I still have sex when I’m huge? And will I enjoy it?! Aimed at ‘modern girls’ – women who may be concerned about the effect of a baby on their lifestyle, bodies and careers, as well as excited about the next step in their lives – the book supports you through your pregnancy journey.

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