Systematic Literature Review of Mindful Parenting and Maternal Emotion Regulation in Early Childhood
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Mindful Parenting, Maternal Emotion Regulation, Early Childhood Emotion RegulationAbstract
Maternal emotion regulation and mindful parenting are essential factors that significantly influence children's emotional development and their ability to manage emotions. This systematic literature review explores the impact of maternal emotion regulation and mindful parenting on children's emotion regulation skills over the past five years (2019–2024). The analysis of 10 studies indicates that effective maternal emotion regulation enhances children's emotional understanding and self-regulatory capabilities. Additionally, practices associated with mindful parenting—emphasizing presence and responsiveness during interactions—positively influence children's emotional regulation strategies. Conversely, the review reveals that inconsistent emotion regulation by mothers can adversely affect children's emotional growth, potentially leading to increased irritability and behavioral challenges. These findings underscore the need for structured interventions to improve maternal emotional skills to promote better emotional outcomes in children. Future research should investigate the mechanisms through which maternal behaviors impact children's emotional regulation and provide practical guidelines for parents to foster emotional resilience in their children
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