Sustainable Parenting | The kind and firm solution for resilient kids and dependable calm.

110. Three Simple Solutions That Get Kids to Listen


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Do you ever feel like you’re saying the same thing fifteen times, only to have your child ignore you? You’re not alone. In this short episode of our weekly podcast, we’ll explore why kids tune us out and how to replace the frustration with calm confident parenting strategies that actually work.

By the time you finish listening, you’ll know:

  • Three fundamental reasons kids don’t listen—and how to solve them using positive parenting strategies
  • Practical parenting tips & tools for building better parent-child connection while guiding behavior
  • Calm parenting tips for setting limits with gentle discipline instead of harshness or permissiveness
  • Kind and firm parenting approaches that help kids follow through while still feeling respected and understood

These evidence-based approaches create sustainable parenting solutions that honor both your needs and your child’s. They’ll help you stop power struggles with kids, reduce anxiety & emotions in your home, and get kids to listen—without relying on yelling or constant reminders.

✨ Want personalized support for your unique family challenges? Reach out for a free clarity call through the link in this episode's description. And if you've found value here, please take a moment to leave a five-star review sharing what this episode meant to you!

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Schedule a FREE 20 min clarity call with Sustainable Parenting, so we can answer any questions you may have. Together, we'll make a plan for your best next steps to have more calm & confidence in parenting - while having kids that listen!:)

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Download the FREE pdf. on getting kids to listen, for strategies that take you out of the "gentle mom - monster mom" cycle, with effective positive parenting strategies.

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