Rachel Macy Stafford, Author at Motherly
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Rachel Macy Stafford

Rachel Macy Stafford is a NYT bestselling author and founder of www.handsfreemama.com. In her newly released book, LIVE LOVE NOW, Rachel does what she does best: she lovingly encourages, guides, and challenges us to be better than we've been. Through honest storytelling and small, tangible steps, Rachel shows us that simple changes yield positive results. LIVE LOVE NOW equips 21st century parents with tools for 21st century parenting that have the power to transform your home and heart into a healthier, happier place. Join Rachel at The Hands Free Revolution on Facebook and Instagram for more inspiration and encouragement.

Life

The one question I ask myself when I feel my anger rising

I commonly ask myself this when the control freak inside me began to get agitated.

April 27, 2020
Anger, Mom guilt, Mom life, Motherhood, Motherhood emotions, Motherhood feelings, Motherhood is hard, Postpartum anxiety

Life

I’m saving summer from the screens this year

Because when I was a kid, summer was an all-senses experience.

June 25, 2018
Play, Screen time, Summer

Life

I chose compassion during morning meltdowns—and it has made all the difference

My reaction to my child's situation held the power to save a morning, to save a heart from worry.

March 5, 2018
Choosing calm, Melt down, Positive parenting

Life

I became a more peaceful parent by letting go of distractions and ‘perfection’

We can teach our children that peace builds bridges—bridges that can carry us over in times of trouble. ✌️️

September 1, 2017
Mama, Mindfulness, Motherhood, Positive parenting, Self-care, Third year, week 33

Life

These 3 words changed the way I parent—and made me kinder to myself, too

And made me realize I had been a bully.

August 3, 2017
Mindfulness, Self-care

Life

When I started noticing the small signs of beauty, it made the biggest difference

When you notice and acknowledge the low-hanging fruits of everyday life, gratitude has the potential to spread to those around you.

July 7, 2017
Mindfulness, Self-care

Life

How I stopped yelling + became a calmer mama

3. Look your loved one directly in the eye before responding

June 30, 2017
Mindfulness, Self-care

Parenting

Fewer tasks + more acceptance: How I helped my child’s spirit flourish

Children respond better to loving encouragement than rigid tasks.

June 23, 2017
Child development, Child milestones, Montessori, Parenting, Parenting advice, Parenting styles strategies

Life

Choosing joy over anger isn’t easy—but it’s oh-so worth it

When you choose to be joyful, you attract joy like a magnet. 

June 9, 2017
Finding joy

Mental Health

The day I stopped saying ‘hurry up’ and started enjoying motherhood

Pausing to delight in the simple joys of everyday life is the only way to truly live.

June 2, 2017
Mama, Mindful parenting, Peaceful parenting, Play, Positive parenting, Third year, week 14

Child

Dear child: Let’s make this the summer of ‘yes’

It was the summer their mama could have spent hunched over the keys of her computer, but she didn't.

May 29, 2017
Learn play, Mama, Parenting, Parenting styles strategies, Play, Summer activities, Summertime, Toddler learn play

Parenting

How I let go of distractions + ‘perfection’ and became a more peaceful parent

We can teach our children that peace builds bridges—bridges that can carry us over in times of trouble. ✌️️

March 7, 2017
Mama, Mindfulness, Motherhood, Positive parenting, Self-care
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