Episodes

June 16, 2023

[REPLAY] The Father Effect | CP119

In today's episode, we are shining the spotlight on Fatherhood and all the unique strengths and challenges that come with being a dad. With various external factors impacting our children and parenting as a whole, it's cruci…
June 9, 2023

Conversation with a Grown Up Gladiator My Daughter Olivia | CP118

As a parent, I've often discussed the challenges and rewards that come with raising gladiator children in my work and today I am thrilled to welcome one of those children, my youngest daughter Olivia to the show. She's a tru…
June 2, 2023

Handling I Hate You's | CP117

"I Hate You"... As parents, it can be heart-wrenching to hear these words, especially if our children have intense emotions and difficulties regulating them. In today's episode, we'll explore why these words are sometimes ut…
May 26, 2023

End Of The School Year Burn Out | CP116

From students to parents and teachers, the months of May and June can be particularly challenging and draining. Let's uncover the underlying causes of end-of-year burnout and discover actionable steps to make this period a s…
May 19, 2023

Unlocking Math Success: Expert Strategies and Insights with Rhonda Hewer | CP115

In today's episode, we delve into the world of mathematics education and the challenges kids often face when it comes to math. My guest, Rhonda, is an expert in the field with a strong passion for helping children and adoles…
May 12, 2023

Happy Mother's Day 2023 | CP114

Welcome to today's episode, and my celebration of all the incredible moms out there. As someone who works closely with families, I have the privilege of witnessing the powerful and limitless love that moms have for their chi…
May 5, 2023

Be a Student Not a Victim | CP113

[PLEASE NOTE: If your child is experiencing something traumatic, seek professional help and support. Today's conversation is for normal everyday moments when children blame others or feel like everything is always going wron…
April 19, 2023

From Anxiety To Empowerment with Dr Friedemann | CP112

My guest this week Dr Friedemann has for more than 20 years been helping people overcome fear and anxiety without medication --- ultimately supporting them in their break through of both their mental and emotional blocks to …
April 5, 2023

When Your Child Has No Friends | CP111

As a parent, it's heart-wrenching to see your child starting school without a social safety net, left feeling alone and disconnected. It's natural to feel helpless and overwhelmed by the situation, but there are actionable s…
March 29, 2023

College Blues | CP110

The college acceptance season is upon us and emotions are running high for both students and parents. Some are elated with the news of acceptance, while others are crushed by rejection. Whether you have a college-bound kid o…
March 22, 2023

A Conversation with Retired Navy SEAL Commander Jimmy May | CP109

Get ready for an exhilarating journey today as we launch into our first-ever interview series that will take us through the awe-inspiring lives of phenomenal individuals with powerful stories, wisdom to share, and tips to el…
March 15, 2023

It's Child's Play | CP108

Today, I'm going to do a bit of a deep dive into the importance of play, especially in terms of children's psychosocial development and how unstructured, non-guided play is absolutely critical to good mental health in childr…
March 8, 2023

Screaming Teenage Hair Fits | CP107

As a parent of teens, you might be familiar with what I like to call the dreaded "screaming teenage hair fit," caused by everything from finding the perfect outfit before an important event, a haircut gone wrong or even just…
Feb. 22, 2023

CONNECTED PARENTING EPISODE 106 – Texting Your Teens

As parents we have all heard the same messaging about - making sure our teens talk to us face-to-face and spend less time on their screens. However, when it comes to texting with them this may not always be the hard and fast…
Feb. 15, 2023

CONNECTED PARENTING EPISODE 105 – Mistakes

Making mistakes is guaranteed in life. But they're also an inevitable and intricate part of learning and growth. This means how we react to those mistakes, especially in front of our kids, really teaches them how to respond…
Feb. 8, 2023

CONNECTED PARENTING EPISODE 104 – The Neurobiology of Love

February is the perfect month to explore the science behind love and its impact on parenting. Discover how dopamine and oxytocin, aka ‘happy hormones’, can help you better understand yourself, build stronger relationships w…
Jan. 25, 2023

CONNECTED PARENTING EPISODE 103 – The Protest

Ever feel like you are stuck in this never ending loop of back and forth with your kids? In today's episode, I'm talking about "the protest". When it comes to strong-will kids or "Gladiators" as I lovingly call them you wil…
Jan. 18, 2023

CONNECTED PARENTING EPISODE 102 – Gladiator Kids

What is a gladiator child?   I realized I referenced that term a lot in some of my podcast episodes but I haven't actually done an episode that speaks specifically on what a gladiator child is like, who they are and wha…
Jan. 11, 2023

CONNECTED PARENTING EPISODE 101 – Its About Time

Having older children now has made me very much aware of time and pace at which it moves. Everyone warns you of this fact when you first become a parent and it isn't until, you look back you realize how fast time actually we…
Dec. 21, 2022

CONNECTED PARENTING EPISODE 100 – [REPLAY] The Holiday Season

The holidays can be wonderful, warm and lovely but they can also be really stressful. Kids are tired, they're sugared up and full of excitement. Unfortunately, excitement doesn't always feel great in a child's body.
Dec. 14, 2022

CONNECTED PARENTING EPISODE 99 – How To Play After a Stressful Day – Conversation with Natalie Syrmopoulos

Today I have my favorite guest, Natalie Syrmopoulos, joining me, and we're talking about how to invest in play even when you've had a really stressful day. Like most parents just hearing that probably sounds exhausting,
Dec. 14, 2022

CONNECTED PARENTING EPISODE 99 – How To Play After a Stressful Day – Conversation with Natalie Syrmopoulos

Today I have my favorite guest, Natalie Syrmopoulos, joining me, and we're talking about how to invest in play even when you've had a really stressful day. Like most parents just hearing that probably sounds exhausting,
Nov. 30, 2022

CONNECTED PARENTING EPISODE 98 – Teen Angst

Today I want to talk about teenage angst and in particular, the age of 15. 15 is a tough age for teenagers that I call that the 'existential year'. Whether you have a teen this age or one upcoming join me and together let's…
Nov. 30, 2022

CONNECTED PARENTING EPISODE 98 – Teen Angst

Today I want to talk about teenage angst and in particular, the age of 15. 15 is a tough age for teenagers that I call that the 'existential year'. Whether you have a teen this age or one upcoming join me and together let's…