About Us

About The Conscious Hive

At The Conscious Hive, we understand the modern-day juggle between family, work, and personal aspirations. Nurtured from the belief that Conscious Parenting can be the key to a harmonious life, we've dedicated ourselves to empowering parents with tools, insights, and strategies to find their balance.

We believe in fostering a community centred around a genuine and intentional exploration of parenting. Our platform resonates with busy parents seeking more than just quick fixes. Instead, we cater to those on a journey for a deeper, more meaningful connection with their role as caregivers, guiding them towards a richer understanding of the nuances of parenthood. Our holistic approach extends beyond just parenting, embracing one's connection to self and personal growth.

Together, let's embark on a journey fuelled by unconditional love, deep connection, and true fulfillment for you and your family.

Our Story

Welcome to The Conscious Hive, a place born from the heartfelt journey of its founder, Rafa Guadalupe. Like many parents, Rafa dreamt of a world where her career and relationship with her kids lived in beautiful harmony. Understanding the juggling act that comes with being a working parent, she knew there had to be a better way.

In 2022, Rafa transformed her dream into a reality, creating a nurturing space for parents just like her. The Conscious Hive is here to offer you a helping hand, with easy-to-use resources, practical tools, and supportive mentoring programs.

Let's work together to build strong, loving relationships with our children while also reaching for our career goals. Welcome to the family, welcome to The Conscious Hive.

“Our job is not to toughen our children up to face a cruel and heartless world. Our job is to raise children who will make the world a little less cruel and heartless.”

— L.R. KNOST

Our Founder

Meet Rafa, the heart and soul behind The Conscious Hive.

Rafa is a mother of two children and lives in the sunny Brisbane, in Australia.

After years of thriving as an Engineer in big corporations worldwide, Rafa's focus shifted with the premature birth of her son. Very soon in her motherhood journey, she discovered Conscious Parenting and witnessed the transformative changes it brought to her family life. She couldn't resist sharing this newfound passion, and soon she was helping close friends navigating their parenting journeys.

Driven by her commitment to personal growth, Rafa pursued formal training and became a certified Instructor in Aware Parenting, a renowned approach to parenting, certified by the Aware Parenting Institute in California, US.

Family was definitely Rafa’s priority, but she still desired to keep her successful career. When she returned to work, Conscious Parenting was already her second nature. Almost intuitively, she started infusing these principles into her professional interactions, realizing significant transformations. She was able to nurture genuine relationships, delineate healthy boundaries, and embody an authentic leadership. However, the peak of it all was achieving a treasured BALANCE among work, family, and personal well-being.

Inspired by her personal journey and eager to help others experience the same transformative changes, Rafa founded The Conscious Hive. Driven by a passionate vision of supporting working parents in achieving balance, nurturing a loving connection with their children, and fostering personal growth.

Today, Rafa is dedicated to guiding parents on their own Conscious Parenting journeys, ensuring that harmonious family dynamics and successful, fulfilling careers can go hand in hand. The Conscious Hive stands as a testament to the power of intentional, loving parenting, and the profound impact it can have on all spheres of life.

Our Mission

At The Conscious Hive, our mission is clear: to support working parents in harmoniously integrating the principles of Conscious Parenting into their daily lives.

We envision a world where career, parenthood, and self-awareness are beautifully integrated parts of a fulfilling existence. By providing practical resources, easy-to-use tools, and transformative mentoring programs, we aspire to empower parents with the knowledge and strategies they need to nurture their children and thrive in their professional and personal journeys.

We are passionately dedicated to sparking a positive shift where conscious parenting, self-awareness, and work-life balance come together, both at home and in the broader community.

Our Vision

We envision a world where every child grows up surrounded by love, respect, and compassion - where our homes become the foundation of emotional wellbeing and connection to self.

We dream of a future where workplaces, schools, and childcare centers are havens supporting families to flourish.

Let's raise a generation that thrives on empathy and emotional wellness. Together, we're building a better world.

Our Roots

At The Conscious Hive, our foundational philosophy and materials are deeply rooted in the pioneering work of Dr. Aletha Solter and the principles of Aware Parenting.

Dr. Aletha Solter is a developmental psychologist, international speaker, and established author known for her groundbreaking contributions to the world of parenting. Through her research and writings, she has shed light on the importance of understanding children's emotions, the adverse effects of punitive discipline, and the transformative power of attentive, compassionate parenting.
Aware Parenting stands as a progressive approach to child-rearing, melding the principles of attachment parenting with insights from developmental psychology. Central to this philosophy are its three primary aspects:
1. Attachment Parenting: This emphasizes the importance of forming a strong, nurturing bond between parent and child from infancy. It encourages practices such as baby-wearing, breastfeeding on demand, and co-sleeping, all aimed at fostering a secure emotional connection.
2. Non-Punitive Discipline: Rather than resorting to punishments or rewards, Aware Parenting promotes guiding children with understanding and loving limits. It's about recognizing that challenging behaviors often stem from unmet needs, lack of information or pent-up feelings.
3. Healing from Stress and Trauma: Recognizing that children, like adults, are susceptible to stress and traumatic experiences, this approach underscores the therapeutic value of emotional release. It acknowledges the healing power of crying in the presence of a loved one and the importance of providing a safe space for children to express and process their emotions.
At The Conscious Hive, we have witnessed firsthand the transformative effects of integrating Aware Parenting principles. By weaving these insights into our offerings, we aim to support parents in:
- Building deep, meaningful connections with their children.
- Understanding and responding to challenging behaviors with compassion.
- Nurturing a family environment that prioritizes emotional well-being and mutual respect.
- Achieving a balance that honors both personal and familial needs.
For more information about Aware Parenting visit www.awareparenting.com
While Aware Parenting forms the foundation of The Conscious Hive's ethos, our perspectives are enriched by a tapestry of insights from pioneers in the realm of Conscious Parenting and Child Psychology. Dr. Shefali’s transformative approach to parent-child relationships, Lawrence J. Cohen's play-based techniques, and Pam Leo's connection parenting principles illuminate our path. We also deeply resonate with Gabor Mate, Dr. Nicole LePera, Daniel Siegel, Maggie Dent, Bessel van der Kolk, Sue Gerhardt, Peter Levine and Marshall Rosenberg's works. By weaving these diverse yet harmonious voices together, we aim to present a comprehensive and deeply resonant approach to Conscious Parenting.