BratBusters Parenting Podcast

#115 Welcome to part two of the seven part Calm Leadership Parenting Series. In this episode, Lisa discusses the importance of connecting with your kids in their world as a parent. She covers topics including why she believes connection is important, how connection looks throughout different ages, approaching connection and play when you’re not naturally goofy, balancing connecting and working full-time, grandparents giving unsolicited advice, whether or not connecting with your kids more often makes it easier when you need to stop the fun or leave a fun place, kids reactions to heightened emotions, what connecting with your kids in their world looks like, and connecting during mundane tasks. 

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering a 3-year-old throwing things at their parent, kids throwing tantrums in the middle of dinner or when leaving the house, toddlers' behavior being impacted by extended family, children not wanting to leave the park, a toddler telling their mom to go away when around other people, and how to approach situations when other kids who aren't your own break a rule at your house.

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Courses:

Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)

BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)

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BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course

Private Coaching

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Disclaimer: 

The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer 

#114 Welcome to part one of the seven part Calm Leadership Parenting Series. In this episode, Lisa discusses what she considers to be the foundations and core concepts of calm leadership, the pool story, the difference between the authority, pleaser, and calm leader parenting styles, why some parents feel like they want to raise their kids differently from how they were raised, why the goal of calm leadership isn’t blind obedience, and what qualities she sees in parents who are calm leaders.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, covering whether to reward a 7-year-old for good behavior at piano lessons, specific examples for the BratBusters Behaviour Board for a 9-year-old, how to approach behaviors that aren't on the board, dealing with a 34-month-old's aggressive behavior at daycare, and the feeling of constantly handing out consequences to your kids.

Thank you for joining us! 

Courses:

Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)

BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)

Learn More:

BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course

Private Coaching

Podcast Questions:

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Disclaimer: 

The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer 

#113 In this episode, Lisa discusses how to stop micromanaging as a parent. She touches on topics such as how she would approach the situation when your kids aren’t listening to you, her thoughts on the word obedient, the temptation to micromanage and nag as a parent, and what calm leadership parenting is all about. 

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, covering a 4-year-old jumping too close to a new baby, a 3-year-old struggling with the morning routine, a 3-year-old testing boundaries, a 3-year-old who won't listen and sit at the table for dinner, and strategies for getting kids to listen the first time.

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Courses:

Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)

BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)

Learn More:

BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course

Private Coaching

Podcast Questions:

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Disclaimer: 

The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer 

#112 In this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on the fork in the road when kids turn three. Throughout the conversation she covers topics like preparing for this stage in the toddler years, the difference between discipline for toddlers and discipline for kids, the fact that parenting can be hard, and the importance of connection with calm leadership. 

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, covering a 3-year-old hitting their 2-year-old sister, a 3-year-old interrupting conversations, defiant behavior and screaming from a 3-year-old, the struggle of losing your cool as a parent, maintaining structure while homeschooling, a toddler pushing other kids at daycare, and a 3-year-old who is constantly whining.

Thank you for joining us! 

Courses:

Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)

BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)

Learn More:

BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course

Private Coaching

Podcast Questions:

Have a question you'd like to submit for a chance to be featured in an upcoming podcast episode? 

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Disclaimer: 

The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer 

#111 In this episode, Lisa discusses velcro kids. She talks about when parents are flattered by their velcro kids, toddlers not letting their parents do things, the importance of being present during playtime, and the power of a whisper as a parent. 

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering a 5-year-old who is needy and dependent, a 25-month-old who won't let their dad hold the new baby, a toddler who prefers their dad, how to balance the demands of kids with household chores, transitioning from the baby to the toddler stage, and a toddler who will only fall asleep when their mom is present.

Thank you for joining us! 

Courses:

Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)

BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)

Learn More:

BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course

Private Coaching

Podcast Questions:

Have a question you'd like to submit for a chance to be featured in an upcoming podcast episode? 

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Disclaimer: 

The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer 

#110 In this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on kids saying hurtful or embarrassing things.Throughout the episode she discusses how she would approach swearing, discipline for toddlers, and discipline for kids. 

Lastly, Lisa addresses eight listener questions, covering how to handle a 4-year-old who won't stop talking, a toddler who says he wants to hit others, a toddler who yells "go away" at his parents, a 5-year-old who calls his parents "stupid," a 5-year-old who invades the space of others, how to handle sassiness from a 5-year-old, a toddler who gets upset when others take their toys, and a 3-year-old who screams "mom is stupid" in public.

Thank you for joining us! 

Courses:

Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)

BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)

Learn More:

BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course

Private Coaching

Podcast Questions:

Have a question you'd like to submit for a chance to be featured in an upcoming podcast episode? 

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Disclaimer: 

The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer 

#109 In this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on why she believes discipline is kindness. She covers topics including how she approaches discipline, giving respect to get it with calm leadership parenting, raising confident problem-solvers, getting a toddler to do what they need to do, and teaching kids to share. 

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, covering defiant and violent behavior from a 3-year-old since starting nursery, how to avoid micromanaging your kids, a 12-year-old antagonizing and name-calling their younger sibling, how to build up your 4-year-old instead of snapping, kids being rude to each other, a consequence idea for a 3-year-old, and what causes kids to become a bully.

Thank you for joining us! 

Courses:

Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)

BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)

Learn More:

BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course

Private Coaching

Podcast Questions:

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Disclaimer: 

The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer 

#108 In this episode, Lisa discusses feeling angry as a parent. She covers topics including is it normal to feel anger as a parent, moving past parenting guilt, and steps she may take if feeling frustrated as a parent. 

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, covering a 3-year-old who is constantly throwing fits, getting angry while giving a consequence, a 3-year-old who isn't listening, alternatives to a media blackout, and siblings who are constantly bickering.

Thank you for joining us! 

Courses:

Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)

BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)

Learn More:

BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course

Private Coaching

Podcast Questions:

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Disclaimer: 

The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer 

#107 In this episode, Lisa is discussing defiance in kids. She touches on topics like kids arguing with their parents, the negative connotation associated with defiant kids, and her top three calm leadership qualities.

Lastly, Lisa addresses eight listener questions, covering an 8-year-old's reluctance to get dressed for school, a 4-year-old pushing boundaries, a 3-year-old acting out at preschool, a strong-willed 7-year-old acting out, a 7-year-old who tries to control other kids, a 4-year-old who doesn't care about consequences, and aggressive behavior and acting out physically from 4-year-olds.

Thank you for joining us! 

Courses:

Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)

BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)

Learn More:

BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course

Private Coaching

Podcast Questions:

Have a question you'd like to submit for a chance to be featured in an upcoming podcast episode? 

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Disclaimer: 

The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer 

#106 In this episode, Lisa is discussing feeling overwhelmed by your toddler. She shares the difference between parenting toddlers compared to kids, the discovery phase, discipline for toddlers, her top five tips for parenting toddlers, and toddler tantrums. 

Lastly, Lisa addresses eleven listener questions, covering a toddler twin who is clingy, a 2-year-old who prefers their mom, toddler tantrums since a newborn arrived, a 20-month-old who is screaming, how to handle disagreements with grandparents and daycare on toddler behavior, a toddler's high-pitched screaming, a 20-month-old who only wants their dad to do things with them, a 30-month-old turning out bathroom lights, a toddler who whines until they are picked up, when to start calm leadership parenting with a toddler, and how to stop a toddler from biting.

Thank you for joining us! 

Courses:

Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)

BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)

Learn More:

BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course

Private Coaching

Podcast Questions:

Have a question you'd like to submit for a chance to be featured in an upcoming podcast episode? 

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Disclaimer: 

The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer