Parenting Freedom: Transform Stress and Depletion to Connectedness & Meaning

by Renee Cachia

Are you the parent you want to be? Parenting Freedom offers a gentle invitation to break the modern cycles of stress, burnout, and exhaustion, transforming yourself and your relationship with your child. This unique suite of transformative tools combines ground-breaking research into parent-child interaction, mindfulness, meditation, compassion, attachment theory, and parenting psychology. Through each new lens, Parenting Freedom details the process of transforming your mind, brain, and spirit, both as a parent and as a human being. Taken together, this revolutionary approach to parenting will free you from unconscious conditioning, restoring your power to make conscious choices in every moment about who you are and who you want to be. Dr Renee Cachia brings the research to life with relatable case studies and easy-to-follow examples, restoring parenting to the roots of how it should intuitive, mindful, joyful, empathetic, compassionate, and kind—both for yourself and for your children.

238 pages, Paperback

Published June 25, 2021

Reviews

[Kate Jennings LLL · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve read a LOT of parenting books and honestly was surprised that this new read has risen straight to the top for me. It is SO good. So smart. So intentional. It had me furiously underlining many pages as it really hit home!! Largely bc it doesn’t focus so much on making you feel like a failed parent or offer one solution to fixing your kids. Instead it helps you look at your own triggers and intentions as a parent and helps you parent better from a place of confidence and not fear. Wow that’s big right. In a really research based way it shows you a path forward. I got so much out of this book including understanding and even trying meditation for the first time. I honestly can’t recommend this book more highly for any parent!!

[Andrew Gourd · Rating 4 out of 5]

A daily practice of meditation in the morning when you wake, and in the afternoon/evening will help you achieve a better connection to your children, raise your tolerance threshold, create meta-awareness, raise self image, and reduce the need for external validation.
It's scientifically researched and proven, and the author has her own experience included in showing the positive benefit.
The book is written for mothers, and virtually no reference to fatherhood, but the conclusions remain the same.

[Jake McKeon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Must read! After hearing Dr Renee's talk about her work on the ReLove podcast. I knew this parenting book would be incredible - this work is so important and it is a pleasure to read. Thank you Dr Renee for your work - I have a feeling the world will be hearing your name a lot more in years to come. I recommend for any parent looking to build connection and develop a deeper relationship with their children.

[Sally · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wish that this book had been around in the early days of my journey into parenthood! I had to learn the hard way! Most parenting books focus on how to change and manipulate your child's behavior. This book is refreshingly different. It's all about creating change from the inside out. It is beautifully written, with case studies of parents that I'm sure most people would relate to. I highly recommend this book!

[Natalie Hall · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's pretty easy to parent on autopilot - I should know! I am often really tired and my mind is often full. Sometimes, I'll reflect on my day and think 'Wow, I really lost it when the kids tipped out the weetbix!' This book helped unlock why I just 'react' and taught me to 'respond' instead. Highly recommend

[Monika Požar · Rating 5 out of 5]

Parenting Freedom gives so many good insights into making parenting more mindful, it is very easy to get lost with stress that making those connections with those at home can end up forgotten. I have been able to actively use some of the tips suggested in this book and already feel like a better parent.

[Kerrie Battisson · Rating 5 out of 5]

An awesome and easy read book, with easy to follow and relatable case studies.
Highly recommend reading this informative book. Simple "take aways" can help in ways only the reader can appreciate. Well done Dr Cachia

[Jackie Buckingham · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a mum of 2, I highly recommend this book to any parent! Dr Renee’s pod casts and book is a huge support to mums or dads who wants to connect to their children and to use stress in a positive way. Thank you Dr Renee!

[Samantha Wynn]

As a Meditation and Children's Mindfulness Teacher, and Mum I can totally relate to this book. The insights and learnings are thought-provoking. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is looking to understand their own inner child and learn the power of mindfulness in parenting (and healing!)

[Rachael Kable · Rating 5 out of 5]

Parenting Freedom is a wonderful book - informative and educational, but also interesting and practical! I love that this book provides useful strategies for developing meaningful, respectful, and compassionate bonds between parents and their children. I highly recommend it!

[Abbi Weatherald · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book. So insightful and inspiring. Renee explains the simple daily changes that everyone can make that will positively impact yours and your child's life forever. Very well written- a must read!

[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read! Renee is a brilliant phycologist and this book is a must for all parents. She is transforming the way we parent and we won’t be looking back.

[Carly Battisson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Read!! Dr Renee Cachia’s book is insightful and engaging. She offers great guidance and knowledge within parenting and connecting with your children. Highly recommend!

[Rose · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such an insightful & helpful book. Parenting these days isn't easy but this book really provides practical and useful tools that are relateable to every day life. Highly recommend!

[Janine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tldr: meditate and practice mindfulness, and you'll be a better parent and person. A little repetitive, but overall enjoyed.

[Jasmin Lim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lockdown had really exhausted me I have found I’m more on edge as a parent and can see my frustration levels get worse.
After reading Parenting Freedom it’s really helped me work on my mental health and of course changed how I parent. I’m trying to reset my mind for the sake of my kids and their mental health.

Reading this book has given me such a better understanding and changed my outlook on parenting. Working on my Mindfullness techniques and be more connected. The best parenting book I’ve come across!

[Krysten Taprell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Parenting Freedom  take the very relatable difficulties of parenting and explains gentlyhow we can address our own roadblocks from having the connected relationships we want with our children. Renee Cachia shares her research and experience to help parents gain insight into their parenting and develop mindfulness skills to help free us from unhelpful patterns. This is a book for parents who are ready to see change and deeper connections with their family.