Parenting isn’t one-size-fits-all—and understanding your child’s emotions is key. 

Parenting expert Jennie Monness, co-founder of Union Square Play and Charmspring, takes us inside her journey into childhood education and shares how her approach to parenting has evolved. From handling tantrums with empathy to setting boundaries without fear, Jennie explores strategies that support emotional intelligence, independent play, and creativity. 

She joins Chloe Harrouche on Get Well Better to identify managing meal times, balancing activities, and how birth order shapes family dynamics, offering insight into building strong, lasting parent-child relationships. Perfect for parents seeking practical guidance, emotional support, and effective parenting strategies.

Learn more about:

Union Square Play https://www.unionsquareplay.com/ 

Charmspring http://charmspring.com/   

We Didn’t Turn Out Ok  https://www.youtube.com/@wedidntturnoutok 

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 The Journey to Parenting Education

02:49 Evolving Parenting Approaches

05:16 Understanding Children's Emotions

08:03 Navigating Tantrums and Whininess

11:10 Establishing Discipline and Boundaries

13:42 Food Independence and Structure

23:55 Empowering Children Through Food Choices

27:09 Navigating Parenting Expectations

29:08 The Importance of Independent Play

36:38 Balancing Individual Interests in Family Activities

38:51 Understanding Parenting Dynamics with Multiple Children

39:52 Letting Go of Control in Parenting

44:03 Fostering a Sense of Enoughness in Children