Who Are We?
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. In this video, Shane and Angela talk about their family. They have a daughter and son that have opposite personalities!
Kids Weren't Initially a Part of My Way of Life
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. Shane became a father at the age of 35. Up to that point, children had never been a part of his life. When his first child was born, Shane discovered that being a father was the most joyous aspect of his life.
We Have Some Great Elders in Our Lives
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. In this video, Shane and Angela talk about the influential elders in their lives. When Shane and Angela had their first child, elders encouraged them to have as much skin to skin contact as possible with the newborn baby.
The Biggest Surprise When Bringing Home Baby
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. Bringing home a newborn baby is a joyous time for parents. The biggest surprise to Shane and Angela was the lack of sleep they were both experiencing.
Life Before Having Children and After Having Children
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. Life drastically changes when you have children. Shane feels rewarded everyday being a father. The freedom that he once cherished has been replaced with the loving bond he shares with his children.
You Don't Know How Big the Change Is
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. Life drastically changes when you become a parent. Shane and Angela knew life was going to change when they had children, but they didn’t quite anticipate how big the change was going to be. In this video, Shane and Angela share their experience when they became parents for the first time.
I'll Never Do That When I'm a Parent
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. In this video, Shane talks about his relationship with his father as a child. Shane explains that his father’s parenting style has influenced the way he parents today.
It Takes a Village to Raise a Child
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. Shane and Angela recognize that it takes a village to raise a child. The village refers to a whole web of individuals—not just immediate blood relatives.
Women Were Never Meant to Raise Children on Their Own
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. Women were never meant to raise children alone. In this video, Angela shares her experiences being a first-time mother. She is appreciative of the influences that helped guide her through parenthood.
A Nasty Postpartum Experience
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. In this video, Angela shares her experience with post-partum anxiety and depression. In her situation, the effects lasted for two years. At one point, Angela didn’t sleep for five days and ended up in emergency at the hospital. After receiving care from a doctor, Angela was able to recover.
It's All about Trust
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. Trust in a community creates a powerful medium for families. For example, the majority of Shane and Angela’s friends began having children around the same time. In turn, this created a support group that everyone could relate to.
When I Feel Frayed
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. In this video, Angela talks about taking time for herself. There are times as a parent when you feel like you can’t give another ounce of yourself to your children. At these times, Angela takes time for herself to rejuvenate so she can be present for her kids again.
Create a Win Win Experience for You and Your Child
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. There’s a tremendous opportunity for parents to bond with their children on a much deeper level than they are right now. In this video, Shane talks about creating a win-win experience for you and your child.
Our Minds Are Busy
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. Parents should avoid using their cell phones and other electronic devices when bonding with their children. It’s important for parents to be present with their children. In this video, Angela talks about how your attachment experience with your parents will heavily affect the level of attachment with your children.
Every Parent That Hears This Will Understand
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. Something that all parents experience is the fast pace in which their child grows up. In this video, Shane and Angela encourage parents to live in the moment and spend quality time with their child.
A Story About Empathy in Our Children
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. Establishing a strong attachment with your child is important to initiate at a young age. Empathy stems from healthy attachment levels. In this video, Angela talks about her oldest child feeling empathy for their youngest child in times of distress.
Give Love and Things Grow
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. Give love and things grow. Shane explains that often times, it’s easier to be critical and negative than it is to be positive. As a parent, it’s important to be aware of how often you give criticism to your child. Start paying attention to how often you say "no."
Drop in to the Present Moment
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. Drop into the present moment with your child. Even during times of struggle, being present with your child in the moment is the most important thing you can do as a parent. Life will be a lot easier if you accept things for what they are.
Love Isn't Taking Your Kids to Disneyland
Shane and Angela Jensen are parents to two children and live in Kamloops, BC. In this video, Shane talks about the importance of giving your children unconditional love. Love isn't taking your kids to Disneyland. Love is spending quality time with your children without distractions!