Benefits of Mindfulness Practice
The research speaks for itself. Evidence suggests that Mindfulness can help you:
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Reduce stress and anxiety
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Improve attention and focus
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Lower blood pressure
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Improve sleep
...and more. ​
Here you can find helpful articles that specifically outline why Mindfulness practice is beneficial for parents and expecting parents.
Taking care of yourself as a parent isn't an indulgence; it has a substantial effect on the well-being of your children.
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Joanne Chen, Greater Good Science Center
A University of Washington study finds that parents who took mindfulness lessons were better able to manage their emotions, and their children’s behavior improved, as well.
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Kim Eckart, UW News
Infants whose mothers participated in a mindfulness-based program during pregnancy had healthier stress responses at 6 months old, a new UC San Francisco study found.
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Jess Berthold, UC San Francisco
