Author name: Andra Brill

Dr. Andra Brill is an innovator in the growing field of mindful parenting. She is the founder and senior consultant at HappyMindfulFamilies.com and runs Mama's Mid Week Retreat, an online community for smart moms raising happy, well-balanced children. Using her unique blend of mindfulness practices, psychology and neuroscience, Andra improves the well-being of modern families just like yours.

advocating for children in school

Kids 5 - 12 years, Parenting

Advocating for Your Child When They Don’t Like School

Andra Brill / September 24, 2015

You are your child’s best advocate. I’m frustrated and sad for my daughter. Recently, when asked what she liked best […]

Kids 5 - 12 years, Parenting, Tweens 10-12 years

The Important Question to Ask After Yelling

Andra Brill / April 10, 2015

We are walking up the stairs to school. It’s been a difficult morning. I am feeling drained by the need

Kids 5 - 12 years

Why Problem Solving Wins over Fixing Behavior

Andra Brill / March 4, 2015

Let’s think about the challenging moments of parenting. You know, the frustrating moments that make you wonder why you ever

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Help By Age & Stage, Kids 5 - 12 years, Parenting, Preschoolers 3-5 yrs

Making A Win-Win Parenting Plan

Andra Brill / January 8, 2015

How to Create A Plan to Help Children Overcome Unwanted Behavior Often parents ask me how to stop frustrating behavior. “My