How to Stop Overparenting: Trust Yourself, Not Your Fear!
Are you doing everything for your child…and calling it love? In this episode, we're peeling back the curtain on overparenting and the subtle ways control shows up (micromanaging, rescuing, rushing, rewriting their essays) and how it can backfire.
With insightful stories (including the moment a Montessori teacher politely called me out for still packing lunches), and real talk about self-awareness, fear, and the difference between leadership and control, we're walking you through how to step back without falling apart.
Letting go isn’t giving up your authority, it’s how you gain influence and raise independent, resilient kids who actually want to talk to you because they trust you and don’t feel judged by your control.
If this episode helps you find clarity, don’t forget to follow the show for more weekly guidance on parenting, connection, and calm discipline. Your next breakthrough might just be one episode away.
Resources:
- Join the Yell-free Parenting Facebook Group
- Read Sue's book, Secrets to Parenting Without Giving a F^ck
- Connect with Sue on Instagram at @AskMomParenting