The Guilty Parent Club

11. Using Physical Support & The 6 P Child Keys Wrap Up


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In this episode of the Guilty Parent Club, Dr Jo introduces the final "child key" in her evidence-based parenting approach: the Child Physical Support Key. Building on earlier episodes exploring keys like predictability, perspective, playfulness and power, Dr Jo explains how parents can use physical support to help children succeed, especially when words aren't quite enough.


Dr Jo wraps up the Guilty Parent Club series, summarising what we've learned together, and how the 6 P Key framework provides practical techniques for fostering confidence and emotional regulation - both in children and parents - whilst embracing imperfection. This approach helps you and your partner or co-parent feel more on the same page, and brings your kids onto your team, all without the toxic pressure parents can face. You can take a breath of fresh air, and a sigh of relief knowing The Guilty Parent Club is here for you.


Key topics covered:

  • The importance of physical support in encouraging children to meet boundaries successfully
  • Helping children develop independence through techniques such as scaffolding and backward chaining
  • Using calm, practical strategies to maintain safety and reduce stress at home
  • Adapting expectations based on a child’s development and neurodiversity
  • How the parent and child keys integrate to create a calmer, more confident family environment


Whether you're seeking fresh ideas or a reminder to be kinder to yourself, Dr Jo invites listeners to explore these keys further, offering details on the deep dive podcast course, accompanying workbooks and the support available through the Guilty Parent Club community.


PLUS: Look out for the FREE bonus welcome episodes from the Club, available now to listeners of this series!


For more information and access to additional resources, visit Dr Jo’s website at drjothepsychologist/guiltyparentclub.

Don't forget to download the workbook that accompanies this podcast series here.


I'm Dr Jo Mueller, and I'm a Clinical Psychologist on a crusade to help as many parents as I can feel more confident in parenting your child in a human, imperfect way. Find out more about me and The Guilty Parent Club here.


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Music credit: Joseph McDade


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