Today we are tackling a topic I believe is crucial for our children's development: healthy adversity. If you're familiar with my work, you'll know I've often discussed the importance of life's contrasts and contours. I'm not…
In today's episode, I'm delving into the topic of building resilience and recuperation in our children. Recent years have taught us how quickly life can change, bringing disappointments and challenges. Many families have fac…
In today's episode of my podcast, I delve into a fascinating topic that I often refer to as 'gladiator kids.' Have you ever wondered why some children constantly respond with 'no,' 'why,' or 'not now'? What's behind this str…
Ever wondered why we, as parents, sometimes resort to yelling, even when we know it's not the most effective approach? Yelling is like an age-old parenting reflex, but let's be honest – it rarely brings out the best in our k…
Have you ever wondered about the untapped potential of your mind? Picture this: an average of 60,000 thoughts flow through our heads every day. But here's the catch – a whopping 75-80% of them are negative. Today we are divi…
We've previously discussed the fight and flight responses, but the freeze response is equally important and often less understood. In this episode, we'll be exploring what's happening inside the brain when this response kick…
As parents, we are the architects of our children’s brains, and our parents were the architects of ours. In truth, we are all walking around as adults with programming that was installed before we were seven years old. Self-…
Join me for an episode of guidance, insights, and support on various topics that you, my amazing listeners, have sent in. From nurturing your child's emotional well-being to managing those tricky moments, we've got you cover…
My guest this week Korbalagae Kuawogai is not your average kindergarten teacher; she's an absolute expert in her field and the brilliant mind behind "Teach My Kinder." Korbalagae is on a mission to support preschool and kind…
Social media has an undeniable influence on our kids and for this reason I thought exploring its addictive nature, its impact on young minds, and why setting limits is crucial would be a good place to visit on this weeks pod…
Today's episode is all about you and your burning questions. Since we've received an overwhelming response from you our engaged parenting community, we'll be spreading the answers out across multiple episodes. In this week'…
Today I want to talk about what to do when your child, teen or young adult child emotionally dumps everything on you. You just get a cascade of all of the stuff that they're having trouble regulating all over you. To be hone…
Today I want to talk about Anhedonia otherwise known as when your teen or young adult child is really flat, nothing seems interesting and they don't like to do things they used to do. It's like the lights have been dimmed on…
Kids and teenagers experience time quite differently from adults. They're usually living in the 'now,' and not concerned with time as we are. As they grow and their brains develop, particularly the frontal lobe responsible f…
Have you ever noticed how some kids start feeling the jitters weeks before returning to school? The anticipation, the questions... Who's my teacher? Who's in my class? Will I manage the workload? These thoughts can create a …
Today we are delving into the topic of nurturing leadership qualities in children while guiding them away from becoming just another follower. Our focus in this week's episode is on understanding how to support kids who stru…
In this episode, we are thrilled to introduce you to Sonali, an exceptional parent coach, the founder of Together Parenting, and the mastermind behind the "Raising Your Strong-Willed Child" series. Join us as we explore Sona…
Summer brings joyous occasions like family barbecues, vacations, weddings, and reunions. While these events are often filled with fun, they can become particularly stressful for parents of kids who are highly anxious or easi…
PODCAST RE-RELEASE - I feel like summer is the best time to be a connected parent because it’s the time where you are less busy. Usually, there’s more vacations, or at least some of the major things that kids are doing durin…
Today, we're talking about overfunctioning and how it can hinder our children's growth and independence when we do things for our kids that they can actually do themselves. We’ll look at the importance of setting age-appropr…
Whether you're navigating the toddler years, tackling the teenage challenges, or looking to strengthen your bond with your partner, this conversation I had as a guest over on the "Smart Family Podcast" speaks to all 3.. Join…
Anxiety is a beast. A difficult, uncomfortable emotion that can be a challenge to live with on a daily basis . It is an emotion that more and more people are struggling with including kids. In today's episode I want to give …
In today's discussion, we will delve into the world of ADHD, exploring its impact on social interactions, emotional well-being, and behavioral patterns. By gaining a deeper understanding of ADHD from these perspectives, we c…
In today's episode, we dive into the world of summer camp and why it holds tremendous value for children and families. Although the cost of summer camp can be a barrier for many families, today I'll discuss strategies to mak…
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