Why Parenting?

Hi, I'm Tarila! I echo the truth that parenting is one of the hardest jobs — and also the most rewarding. Yet many parents find themselves caught in cycles of overwhelm, guilt, and burnout, reacting more than leading. Over time, this stress affects not only the parent’s wellbeing but also the child’s.

I founded Hearts of Gems to help busy parents shift from stress to connection, from reactivity to calm, and from guilt to confidence. I offer practical tools, mindset shifts, and heart-centered strategies that support both you and your children. In today’s busy world, it’s easy to lose sight of what matters most — but I’m here to make sure our children don’t fall through the cracks.

Our approach is proactive, practical, and full of heart. Because when a child feels truly seen and understood, everything changes: their self-worth grows, resilience builds, and they step into life as emotionally healthy adults. And the world needs more of that.

Connection Tools

Shipped to over 20 countries, our connection-focused products have helped families around the world spark meaningful conversations, deepen understanding, and nurture children’s emotional wellbeing.

Each product is thoughtfully designed to fit into everyday life — because beautiful moments often happen in the little pauses of our busy days.

At Hearts of Gems, we believe small moments of connection can leave the biggest impact. Our products make it easy to turn those moments into lasting memories.

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Corporate Workshops

I am part of a team, Pure Minds Inc., that conducts corporate sector Wellness Workshops to support employee wellbeing.

Meet the team
  • "Thanks again for the time today. That was GREAT! I got a lot of feedback that it so very helpful and insightful."

    Parenting in a Digital Age Workshop

    - Jen Larson, Parents and Caregivers Support Lead, The Boston Beer Company

  • "This is an amazing product line that provides very clever way to start conversation and connect with your kids. We live in a time where technology plays a big role on how interact with each other BUT it can also be dangerous. Going back to spending quality time with our kids and having meaningful conversations has never been more important, in my opinion. Hearts of Gem has developed these fantastic products to do so."

    Ultimate Connection Bundle

    - Mariana R

  • "It was a pleasure to attend your master class today and I cannot thank you enough for all your great words of wisdom and encouragement you gave me after the class! Thank you again for listening and offering your comforting words of encouragement and support after the class!  Your gentle way of caring and understanding really touched my heart! Tarila….You are truly a GEM!….Precious and few!  Wish there were more people like you in this world; as it definitely would be a more happier and peaceful place to live!"

    Parenting Your Strong-Willed Child with Ease Workshop

    - Vic, Parent

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About Me

I still remember watching Supernanny when I was 17 — completely fascinated by the way children expressed big emotions and how adults could guide them through it. I found myself taking mental notes, determined to one day break generational cycles and show up differently for my own children.

Due to a genuine pursuit of understanding, I dove into child development and psychology — not just to learn, but to truly transform how I showed up at home. This led to a remarkable shift in our family dynamics: more connection, less conflict, and a home that felt calmer and more cooperative.

I founded Hearts of Gems and became a Certified Parent Coach to help parents move from overwhelm to confidence and connection.

You don’t have to be perfect to be a great parent. You just have to be honest, present, and willing to grow.