# Rachel Hawkes-Mindful Parenting 



## About

**URL:** https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com
**Tagline:** Helping You Create More 'Mindful Moments' With Your Family
**By:** Rachel hawkes

## Pages

- [Mindful Parenting](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/mindful-parenting): Free resources for parents looking to add in some mindfulness with their kids.
- [Mindful Teaching ](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/mindful-teaching): Looking to add mindful techniques into the classroom? Or perhaps you are an existing Yoga and Mindfulness teacher? Tools and tips to help you. 
- [Resources for Mindful Working](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/mindful-working-freebies): Lots of mindful ways to approach your working life. From breath work to calm stress to essential oils for focus. Free workbooks and access to mindfulness in the workplace resources. 
- [Get in Touch](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/getintouch): How to contact Rachel Hawkes at Mindful Parenting 
- [The Books](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/the-books): Books on Mindful Parenting by Rachel Hawkes on ways to introduce Mindfulness with your kids
- [About](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/about): Mindful Parenting tips and advice including free printable, guided meditations, affirmations, breath work and more for adding in mindfulness at home 
- [Mindful Parenting Freebies](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/mindful-parenting-freebies): FREE Mindful Parenting Resources from mindfulness videos to guided visualisations for kids, printable affirmations, mindfulness resources, mindful parenting books to read and links to other ideas on adding in mindful living 
- [Mindful Working](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/mindful-working1): Are you stressed at work? Looking for a better work-life balance? Mindful techniques to use in any workplace with tips from Rachel Hawkes
- [Home](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/): How can mindfulness help you in your life, with family and work? Mindfulness tips, mindfulness techniques and mindful parenting courses. Free kids mindfulness resources.

## Blog

- [Summer Survival For Parents - 20 Kids Mindfulness Activities](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/summer-survival-for-parents-20-kids) by Rachel Hawkes (Jun 2, 2022): How to go from surviving to thriving in the long summer holidays. With 3 topics that can really help parents to have a strategies to open communication with their kids. 
- [Top 10 Exam Preparation Tips](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/top-10-exam-preparation-tips) by Rachel Hawkes (May 17, 2022): How to prepare for exams with easy exam techniques to deal with exam stress to feel prepared for any test. From early teens to adults, exam pressure can be overwhelming, but putting in a exam strategy will enable you to feel ready for exam season. 
- [9 Ways To Practice Self Care In Less Than 15 Minutes A Day](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/ways-to-practice-self-care) by Rachel hawkes (Jan 6, 2022): How you can easily add in some simple self care to your daily ritual. Create a new morning routine, or simply add in one of the 9 self care techniques at any time in your busy mom day. 
- [7 Ways To Use Affirmations Every Day](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/ways-to-use-affirmations-every-day) by Rachel Hawkes (Nov 19, 2021): How to use affirmations in your daily routine?
Choose and affirmation
Print it out
Say it out loud
Stick it in a journal, or write it down
REPEAT throughout your day
REPEAT, every day

- [A Simple Morning Routine For Stress Relief](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/a-simple-morning-routine-for-stress) by Rachel Hawkes (Oct 13, 2021): Be guided by our guest blogger Hannah Carr from The Holistic Health Collective on some simple ways you can start a morning routine to help with stress relief.
- [How To Set Intentions With Your Children](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/how-to-set-intentions-with-your-children) by Rachel hawkes (Sep 9, 2021): From small things such as making your bed, to the big issues of friendships and resilience, setting intentions are a great way for kids and parents to work on issues throughout childhood. Find out how you can easily add in some simple intention setting with your kids. Easy steps that you can introduce every day to promote a sense of achievement and open up communication. 
- [Positive Affirmations For Busy Mums](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/positive-affirmations-for-busy-mums) by Rachel hawkes (Sep 1, 2021): Try and find some moments in your day to give yourself a little boost of positivity. These daily positive affirmations are perfect to fit into an existing daily routine, or create a new morning ritual when you start adding in some daily affirmations. 
- [Affirmations For Tweens and Teens](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/affirmations-for-tweens-and-teens) by Rachel hawkes (Aug 4, 2021): A great list of affirmations that you can use with your teenager. For increasing that growth mindset and adapting a positive way of thinking. A bigger printable pack of teenager affirmations are also available. 
- [Your Anxious Child - Techniques To Help Parents And Children](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/your-anxious-child-techniques-to-help) by Rachel hawkes (Aug 1, 2021): 3 tools to help your child suffering with anxiety. Practical techniques to help relieve anxiety, overwhelm or stress. It also includes a FREE workbook has been designed by a mum who lives through the day-to-day anxiety rollercoaster. 
- [Teddy Bear Breath - Kids Mindfulness Exercise](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/teddy-bear-breath-kids-mindfulness) by Rachel hawkes (Jul 28, 2021): This one simple breathing exercise is such a great way to introduce Breathwork to the younger kids. It is a fun mindfulness technique and can easily be added into home or classroom activities. 
- [Planning For Busy Mums](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/planning-for-busy-mums) by Rachel hawkes (Jul 22, 2021): How you can find better balance using a daily planner. Find out some planning tips and preview the re-useable daily planner. A printable daily planner for busy moms. 
- [The BEST Online Business Tools For 2021](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/the-best-online-business-tools-for-2021) by Rachel hawkes (Mar 18, 2021)
- [Rock Painting - Make Your Own Affirmation Stones](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/rock-painting-make-your-own-affirmation) by Rachel hawkes (Mar 11, 2021): Full instructions on how to make your own affirmation stones with your kids. From what you need to create the art, to a list of affirmations you can use for the affirmation rocks. You can use these as Kindness Rocks and leave them in places for your community, or gift them as teacher presents, grandparent gifts and so much more. 
- [How to Use Affirmations with Children](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/how-to-use-affirmations-with-children) by Rachel hawkes (Mar 1, 2021): Need to add some positivity in your child's day? Then daily affirmations are for you! We love using them in our house, and they are so simple to use. Grab your FREE list and FREE printables here and you can also purchase a complete bundle of daily positive affirmations for all the family too. 
- [10 Top Tips for Creating a Better Work-Life Balance](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/10-top-tips-for-creating-a-better-work) by Rachel hawkes (Mar 1, 2021): There are some things you can start to put into place TODAY to help you manage your work life balance. From turning off notifications to setting boundaries, see how these top work life tips can help you create a more mindful life. 
- [Mindfulness At Work - 5 Ways of Being More Mindful in Your Workplace](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/ways-to-be-more-mindful-at-work) by Rachel hawkes (Feb 28, 2021): Get to the causes of work related stress and start addressing the issues that are increasing overwhelm in the workplace. These simple work life changes can dramatically lower your stress levels. 
- [Zero Waste Products For The Home - Replacing Single Use Plastics](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/zero-waste-products-for-the-home) by Rachel hawkes (Feb 4, 2021): Making simple changes can have a dramatic affect on your plastic usage, especially at home. Find out some simple swaps you can make to your bathroom, kitchen and home today. Start your journey on being more environmentally aware and reduce your waste, save money and protect our planet. 
- [Herbs 101 - How To Get Started Using Herbs](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/50063-herbs-101-how-to-get-started-using-herbs) by Rachel hawkes (Jan 18, 2021): From teas to herbal remedies, herbs have been used for thousands of years in many different ways. If you are new to using herbs, try these awesome recipes from hair conditioner to dry skin care relief. Once you get started you will learn to love your herb garden. 
- [Stress In The Workplace - Is Stress Affecting You?](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/stress-in-the-workplace-is-stress) by Rachel hawkes (Jan 1, 2021)
- [8 Eco-Friendly Christmas Ideas](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/8-eco-friendly-christmas-ideas) by Rachel hawkes (Dec 15, 2020): Little ways that you can easily start becoming more environmentally friendly in your home this Christmas. From sourcing presents locally, to re-using old Christmas Cards. There are plenty of Christmas Saving Tips to help you and your family this Christmas Season.
- [Mindful Makes For Christmas](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/mindful-makes-for-christmas) by Rachel hawkes (Dec 1, 2020): Get crafting with your kids and help your Christmas preparation too! These fun Christmas makes are all environmentally friendly, helping to reduce our plastics, reduce our waste and reuse existing items we have in the house. 
- [How To Have A Stress Free Christmas](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/how-to-have-a-stress-free-christmas) by Rachel Hawkes (Nov 10, 2020): Christmas can be such a stressful time, especially for parents. Find out how you can lower your stress levels with practical Christmas preparation tips that will address some of the main stressors of family life during the holiday season. From fighting over the screen time, to setting boundaries with our kids, the  FREE workbook will guide you through each step. 
- [The 9 Best Eco-Friendly Christmas Gifts Under $20](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/the-9-best-eco-friendly-christmas-gifts) by Rachel hawkes (Nov 3, 2020): Make some small changes this year and look at some eco-friendly Christmas gifts. With ideas for teacher presents, stocking fillers and more, every gift is a little step towards being plastic free, environmentally aware and fun too! 
- [Rhubarb & Custard Gin](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/rhubarb-custard-gin) by Rachel hawkes (Oct 10, 2020)
- [Life Lesson from a Sunflower: Resilience](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/life-lesson-from-a-sunflower-resilience) by Rachel hawkes (Sep 11, 2020)
- [7 Calming Techniques For Kids](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/7-calming-techniques-for-kids) by Rachel hawkes (Sep 1, 2020)
- [Mindful Listening - A Great Way Of Introducing Mindfulness To Kids](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/mindful-listening-a-great-way-of) by Rachel hawkes (Aug 17, 2020)
- [One Minute Grounding Meditation ](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/one-minute-grounding-meditation) by Rachel hawkes (Jun 27, 2020): Using grounding for a simple mindfulness technique. Connecting to the earth takes only a minute but your mind and body will thank you for it. Kids love doing it too - getting bare footed is still such a simple pleasure. 
- [Is Your Child Suffering From Anxiety?](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/is-your-child-suffering-from-anxiety) by Rachel hawkes (May 14, 2020)
- [Stress And Anxiety - 7 Essential Oils To Help](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/stress-and-anxiety-7-essential-oils-to) by Rachel hawkes (May 14, 2020)
- [Essential Oil Tips for Kids Mindfulness](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/essential-oil-tips-for-kids-mindfulness) by Rachel hawkes (May 14, 2020)
- [10 Kids Mindfulness Activities ](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/10-kids-mindfulness-activities) by Rachel hawkes (May 14, 2020): Simple ways you can start to introduce your kids to being more 'mindful'. 
- [Fun Makes - DIY Toilet Bombs](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/38185-fun-makes-diy-toilet-bombs) by Rachel hawkes (May 14, 2020)
- [Make Your Own Natural Hand Cleanser](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/37423-make-your-own-natural-hand-cleanser) by Rachel hawkes (May 13, 2020)
- [Is Mindfulness The Same As Meditation?](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/33123-is-mindfulness-the-same-as-meditation) by Rachel hawkes (May 13, 2020)
- [How To Find Time For You As A Mum](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/35038-how-to-find-time-for-you-as-a-mum) by Rachel hawkes (May 13, 2020)
- [Support For Mums During Lockdown](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/37732-support-for-mums-during-lockdown) by Rachel hawkes (May 13, 2020)
- [Learn To Massage Your Baby](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/37733-learn-to-massage-your-baby) by Rachel hawkes (Mar 24, 2020)
- [Fun Makes - Make Your Own Natural Products ](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/33482-fun-makes-make-your-own-natural-products) by Rachel hawkes (Dec 3, 2019)
- [What is The Cost of Stress?](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/33122-what-is-the-cost-of-stress) by Rachel hawkes (Nov 25, 2019)
- [5 Ways of Dealing with Guilt as a New Parent](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/30028-5-ways-of-dealing-with-guilt-as-a-new) by Rachel hawkes (Sep 25, 2019)
- [Mindful Parenting - The Handbook for Parents](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/28454-mindful-parenting-the-handbook-for) by Rachel hawkes (May 1, 2019)
- [Book Launch - A Working Mum's Reality](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/blog/28453-book-launch-a-working-mums-reality) by Rachel hawkes (Apr 14, 2019)

## Products

- [GIANT Affirmations Bundle](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/products/140329-GIANT-Affirmations-Bundle): Your Giant Affirmation Bundle with over 100 affirmations!  Printable affirmations for: Kids Tweens Teens Mums 30 Days of Affirmations 10 blank cards to create your won
- [Affirmations For Tweens](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/products/120900-Affirmations-For-Tweens): A4 printable affirmations for tweens. 3 Sheets of Printable affirmations, along with your FREE blank sheet, for creating your own affirmations. 
- [Affirmations For Mums](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/products/121447-Affirmations-For-Mums): 20 Daily Positive Affirmations with 4 blank cards for you to create your own affirmations. 
- [Baby Massage & Yoga For Tummy Problems Course](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/products/103852-Baby-Massage-Yoga-For-Tummy-Problems): V-Book with videos and downloadable PDF - The techniques covered can help relieve symptoms from many of the tummy problems that face babies. 
- [Baby Massage At Home Online Course](https://rachelhawkes-mindfulparenting.com/products/103119-Baby-Massage-At-Home-Online-Course): A complete course that includes everything you need to safely massage your baby at home