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Services - Aware Parenting Support

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An Introduction to Aware Parenting

Join me on a journey inspired by the ground-breaking work of Aletha Solter, PhD, a renowned Swiss-American developmental psychologist, speaker, consultant, and author of 6 influential books.

Based upon the latest research in child development, Aware Parenting offers a holistic approach that nurtures healthy attachment, empowers emotional resilience, and fosters cooperation through natural healing mechanisms like play, laughter, and crying. True democratic discipline replaces the traditional rewards and punishments most of us grew up with. 

For my family, embracing Aware Parenting marked a profound shift. While we were already dedicated to attachment-style parenting, we craved a balance that honored everyone's needs – including ours. Aware Parenting provided that harmony, helping us heal past wounds, strengthen bonds, and cultivate a relationship with our children built on genuine connection and collaboration.

As a certified Aware Parenting Coach, I'm here to equip you with the tools and strategies to navigate challenges, foster cooperation, and deepen your bond with your child. Through compassionate listening, I'll support you on your parenting journey, helping you unlock the full potential of Aware Parenting.

Experience the difference: Raise children who are empathetic, intrinsically motivated, emotionally resilient, and compassionate – all without the need for rebellion or numbing their feelings with drugs or alcohol as they grow into adolescence and beyond.

Take the first step towards a harmonious family dynamic – let's embark on this transformative journey together!

Aware Parenting Workshops & Coaching - one on one, family or organisations

Payment Plans

Payment plans are available for all parenting support packages, please discuss this with me. 

Free, no obligation 15 minute chat

Let's book in a free 15 minute chat to see if this is the right approach for you and your family or if you are interested in hosting a workshop in the Nelson-Tasman region at your playcentre, school or organisation..

Option 1: The One-off Session. 

1 x 1 hour session. Investment NZD$120. 

For those who have been practicing Aware Parenting for some time and are seeking specific suggestions on a current parenting challenge.

 

Option 2: The Parenting Package. 

3 x 1 hour sessions. Investment NZD$310 (saving of $50). 

The sessions will include an overview of the theory of Aware Parenting, in depth support on your current parenting challenges with a customised digital resource to keep. 

 

Option 3: The Extended Parenting Package.

3 x 1.5 hour sessions. Investment NZD$450. 

  1. Session one - Birth debrief. I start here because a lot of what shows up for our children and us in early parenthood ties into our fertility, pregnancy, birth and postpartum journeys. 

  2. Session two - Discussion in depth on how parenting is for you, what you would like support with and what current challenges you are facing. 

  3. Session three - Complete overview of Aware Parenting outlining different tools you could use for different situations, plus specific suggestions on the core challenges you’re experiencing. This includes a personalised digital resource to keep for you to refer back to.

Online Workshops + a listening session

 

Watch this space!

Online workshops coming soon which include a 1 hour listening session with me.

Topics include:

  • Tears and tantrums

  • Why do I get angry/triggered/activated? (Part 1)

  • Why do I get angry/triggered/activated? (Part 2)

  • How do I get my kids to cooperate?

  • Balancing work and fatherhood

  • Redefining discipline

  • How do I reconnect with my partner after having kids?

  • Screens!

Group workshops:

Please get in touch for pricing suited to your requirements.  Investment starts from NZD$250.

Podcasts

To get a feel for my style and the way I like to support parents, here are a few, free and accessible podcasts that I have been interviewed on:

The Aware Parenting Podcast: Episode 152: Helping Mothers heal from a traumatic birthing experience with Kirsty Fernandes 

The Spirited Hearts Podcast: Episode 58: The Importance of Postpartum Support in Motherhood with Kirsty Fernandes

Aware Parenting Stories Podcast: Episode 44: Trusting the process with Kirsty Fernandes

Talking Aware Parenting with Vivian Viester: Episode 12: Talking Aware Parenting with Kirsty Fernandes 

"Kirsty is an absolute gem who took the time to really listen to my wife’s story and then to both our views. With the information gathered from us, Kirsty had a lot of knowledge to share with and such a gentle approach to helping us find the keys to achieve the goals we are so wanting for our little girls and how we raise them. We highly recommend if you needing advice and a gentle approach Kirsty is the way to go." - Ricky, Father of 3
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