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Dr. Priyanka Halli

@dr.hallibear

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Psychiatrist | Harvard Graduate | Integrative medicine Fellow | Curator of East and West Healing | Mamabear to Dua + Rooh | psych tips for 0-1 yrs

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Grateful for this team that believes food is medicine! Thanks to the @royalcolumbian foundation for supporting our project: smoothies for brain health! @rch.foundation @food.is.medicine #foodismedicine #nutritionalpsychiatry #functionalpsychiatry #brainhealth #smoothiesforbrainhealth by @dr.hallibear

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We know that one part of brain development very important for emotional intelligence is mirror neurons. Simply, mirror neurons allow us to process facial expressions and interactions between people. They are very important in building empathy. This is a song I changed the words to in the hopes that Rooh and Dua will become familiar from a young age of different facial expressions and ways to regulate different emotions. I love connecting with Rooh in this position so he can see my facial expressions. Also I can’t even pretend to be sad when I’m getting his big smiles 😀#mirrorneurons #infantmentalhealth #babyemotionaldevelopment #brainhealth #emotionalintelligence #empathy #psychiatrist #holistichealth by @dr.hallibear

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I made this song for Dua to encourage her body autonomy. As a baby lover myself it was always so tempting to go in for a hug or kiss with my friends’ kids but when I had Dua, I become attuned to Dua’s body language and realized she may not want all the hugs and kisses she was receiving. I wanted her to know from a young age she has a right to say yes or no to any bodily contact. This song has an also been helpful as Dua is testing my body boundaries. Often she will push on my growing belly or pinch one of my moles and doesn’t always stop when i ask her to. However when I sing this song, she seems to understand and stops whatever she is doing. #bodypositivity #bodyautonomy #kidsnurseryrhymes #boundaries #assertivecommunication #psychology #emotionalintelligence #psychiatrist #mentalhealthawareness by @dr.hallibear

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I never understood why people made such a big deal about preschool grad. But now I get it. The amount of growth, learning and evolution Dua has made during the last 2 years will be hard to surpass in future. From crying everyday the first 2 weeks of preschool to now helping other shy kids, I am so proud of how far she has come. Dua, Congratulations on learning how to say bye to @ishqbector and trusting I will always be there to pick you up. Congratulations on choosing friends on your own and nurturing these friendships. Congratulations on learning to listen and respect your teachers. Congratulations on getting to school on time even on days you don’t feel like going. Congratulations on dressing yourself for school. Congratulations on understanding good and bad touch. Congratulations on using the bathroom all by yourself. Congratulations on navigating fights with classmates and never using violence as a solution. Congratulations on learning how to do a cartwheel. Congratulations on having your first boyfriend 😂. Congratulations on feeling comfortable playing alone sometimes. Congratulations on learning how to share toys especially at play dates at our house. Congratulations on showing kindness to kids who may be more shy or neurodiverse. Congratulations on proudly wanting to share your culture with your classmates. Congratulations on learning your letters and numbers and writing/reading your first words. Congratulations on being okay with your friends playing with your baby brother. Congratulations on performing many songs and dances. Congratulations on making up games like little cheetah and baby Krishna. Congratulations on setting your boundaries and letting your teacher know when they feel violated. Congratulations on seamlessly starting at a French preschool and picking up a new language. Congratulations on our daily debriefs and sharing your day even when you have made a mistake. Congratulations on learning how to repair after a mistake. Congratulations on regulating emotions more. Congratulations on admitting you are scared about kindergarten but still willing to give it a try. I love you so much my baby girl. Keep shining on your next adventure ⭐️ by @dr.hallibear

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Day 1 Mumbai and @ishqbector unleashes @ikluvworld! Dua, Rooh and I were so proud to see your passion project loved! @nishaharale can’t thank you enough for pulling off this event and love the music you are putting out into the world! by @dr.hallibear

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Happy 4th birthday to my rainbow girl! I have no idea where your rainbow 🌈 obsession comes from but it makes so much sense. From being our rainbow baby to experiencing every one of life’s colours to the fullest whether it be sunshine or clouds, you make no apologies for being you. It’s been the biggest blessing of my life to witness your evolving curiousity, kindness, depth and humour. There is no one I would rather hang with my girl! ❤️ 🌈 ❤️ by @dr.hallibear

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Happy Anniversary to my 11:11 miracle love. No matter what we go through (a year and half counting of interrupted sleep, toddler emotions) you are my rock but not a boring rock but a super silly, sexy, emotionally intelligent rock. Thank you for always reminding me to slow down and smell the guacamole. Couldn’t do this life without you @ishqbector @ikluvworld taken in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mex by @dr.hallibear

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Seven years in, and you’re still my favorite adventure. Love you always, @dr.hallibear ❤️❤️
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Happy Diwali to all of you! Wishing the light in our hearts to overcome the darkness❤️🪔 by @dr.hallibear

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The world needs more unity and prayers right now and I’m so happy to share my love’s new project @ikluvworld. He has created songs celebrating all religions and can’t wait to share this labour of love with you. For now my prayers are with Gaza and those courageous enough to act in peace ❤️ by @dr.hallibear

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Feeling the fall blues? My energy and mood is definitely lower and my carb cravings high! In addition to my tips in the video, make sure you get your vitamin D and try cold water therapy in the shower alternating between 3 min hot water and 30 sec cold water three times! Added bonus, exposing babies to natural light helps them sleep better at night! #SAD #seasonalaffective #lowmood #outdoortherapy #lux #lighttherapy #psychiatrist #holistic health by @dr.hallibear

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From talking to my mom friends, I know I wasn’t alone in feeling quite frightened by the birthing process. But after Dua was in my arms, my instinct was to try and forget it as I had such a beautiful daughter because of it. Only when she seemed to be having nightmares did I think of revisiting it. I recognized it had been hard on her too as she had been stuck in the birthing canal and required a vacuum to pull her out. Although I don’t think there have been studies on this, I found it quite healing to talk in depth through the birthing process with her and anecdotally her nightmares seemed to resolve. In retrospect I think this process also helped me be open and ready for welcoming my son into the world a few years later. Would love to hear your thoughts and so much love to all the moms out there….you are warriors! ❤️❤️❤️ #pregnancy #delivery #traumaticbirth #healing #narrativetherapy #infantmentalhealth #babywellness #psychiatrist by @dr.hallibear

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