This report by The RISER Network illustrates how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting Black families’ experiences with racism and discrimination, financial security/material hardship, health and mental health, and early care and education options.
Focus Area: Parent Well-Being & Effective Parenting Practices
Guided Mindfulness & Compassion Practices

This PDF includes hyperlinks to all of our guided audio recordings in English and Spanish.
Postpartum Compassionate Body Scan
A gentle Body Scan meditation to bring body awareness, kindness and acceptance in the postpartum period, led by Becca Calhoun.
Loving Kindness While Feeding Baby
This practice is an invitation to bring kindness to yourself and baby while gently connecting during feeding time, led by Becca Calhoun.
Mindfulness & Compassion Resources for the Early Years

A collection of books, free downloadable activities and more for the classroom and home.
Gratitude
Let’s count our blessings, led by Shayla Collins.