What if the secret to raising confident, emotionally resilient toddlers isn’t about getting it right all the time — but what we do after things go wrong?

In this heartwarming and honest conversation, I sit down with Devon Kuntzman, founder of Transforming Toddlerhood and the original toddler parenting coach on Instagram, to talk about the power of repair over perfection.

Together we explore:

• Why parents feel so much pressure to be perfect — and how the brain science shows that it’s the repair moments that truly matter
• How rupture and repair wire your child’s brain for resilience and emotional intelligence
• The powerful role of repair in reducing shame (for both parents and kids)
• Real-life examples of what repair sounds like after yelling, meltdowns, or power struggles
• Why giving ourselves permission to be human is the key to raising secure, strong kids

Devon also shares insights from her brand-new book, Transforming Toddlerhood, which is packed with practical tools, encouragement, and a fresh, empowering perspective for parents in the thick of toddler life.

If you’ve ever worried that you’re messing it up — this episode is your reminder that every moment of repair is a chance to reconnect and grow together. 

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At the start of this year, I shared a post on Instagram about children and anger, and it went VIRAL.

Hundreds of thousands of parents liked, shared, and commented, because it hit home in such a powerful way.

Why? Because so many of us have been fed myths about what anger in kids means, and what we’re “supposed” to do about it.

So today I broke it all down.

👉 What an angry child doesn’t mean (hint: think entitlement, rudeness, or needing harsher punishments).

👉 What anger really is a signal of... from overwhelm to dysregulation to sensory overload.

👉 How you can respond with calm, confidence, and compassion (instead of conflict).

If you’ve ever felt lost, frustrated, or unsure when your child lashes out, this is the episode that will shift everything.

You’ll leave with a new perspective, and practical strategies to handle anger in a way that builds connection, not chaos.

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Raising kids and teens can be hard right... but you don’t have to do it alone. Self-care and prioritising our wellness is also hard... do you know why most of us actually don't do it? My guest does!

Drum roll please... because today I sat down with the one and only Amy Nesbitt, host of the Whole Wellness Mamas annual summit, to talk about how to overcome the challenges of motherhood, the importance of self-care, and finding a community that truly “gets it.”

We discuss:

• The real struggles mums face and how to navigate them without losing yourself
• Practical tips for managing stress, overwhelm, and the tricky child/teen years
• How connection and support can make even the hardest parenting days feel lighter
• Amy’s personal experiences as a mum and the lessons she’s learned along the way

This conversation is full of empathy, encouragement, and actionable insights... perfect for any mum who wants to feel seen, supported, and a little less alone.

Grab your FREE PASS to her summit coming up next week here (click or copy/paste): https://www.wholewellnessmamas.com/summit?sa=sa00824047863b5bb9e3305d0ce57f8fef670d1005

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If you’ve ever felt like traditional parenting advice, or even the school system, just doesn’t FIT your child, especially if they’re neurodivergent, this episode is going to shift your perspective.

I’m joined by the brilliant Christina Keeble—an AuDHD mother of two neurodivergent PDAers, and a Neurodiversity and Educational Consultant with over 23 years of experience. Christina has worked with schools, families, businesses, and government organisations to change the way we see and support neurodivergent kids.

Together we dive into:

✨ Why kids’ need for connection never fades (even if society acts like it should)

✨ How school expectations often clash with children’s real needs

✨ Why rewards and consequences often do more harm than good

✨ How neurodivergent kids challenge social hierarchies—and why that’s actually a strength

Stick around to the end, where Christina shares powerful insights for parents considering leaving the school system—you don’t want to miss it.

This is one of those conversations that will leave you both challenged and encouraged. You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of how to nurture trust, connection, and resilience in your kids.

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Ever wonder why, no matter how hard you try, you keep slipping back into the same old parenting reactions? The ones you swore you’d never repeat?

You're in the right place. Today I spoke with Lael Stone, educator, TEDx speaker, parenting counsellor, and now author of the brand-new book Own Your Story.

Lael told me how our childhood “imprints”, the beliefs, feelings, and patterns you absorbed when we were little, are quietly steering our parenting today.

She revealed:

✨ Why your biggest triggers hold the key to your growth

✨ How to break the cycles you inherited (without shame or guilt)

✨ The gentle art of “reparenting” yourself so you can parent differently

✨ Why having kids brings your deepest wounds to the surface — and how to heal them

This is your chance to step out of the old loops and create a calmer, more connected home… starting from the inside out!!

Grab a copy of Lael’s book Own Your Story, and let’s dive in!

Find Lael's work at www.laelstone.com.au and her book is available at all stores and online now!

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MIC DROP MOMENT!

So I have now come to question every situation I've been in because... what if every argument, every eye-roll, every “you’re so unfair!” moment… isn’t just something to survive, but an invitation to finally break old habits and RECREATE who you are in the face of stress and conflict? Stay with me...

Today I’m sharing a powerful coaching strategy, a monumental shift that will change how you see fights/upset/arguments/ with your kids, your partner, and even strangers at the checkout. Inspired by a real-life parenting moment that brought this lesson home for me and my son last night, I'll show you exactly how emotional intelligence helps you move from control to connection, EVEN in the heat of the moment.

You’ll learn:

• Why conflict is never really about “winning” and the powerful quote that will transform the way you respond
• The hidden truth every tough conversation reveals: the gap between who you want to be and what you’re currently doing (hello, cognitive dissonance)
• What to say (and not say) when tensions rise, with four practical, honest scripts you can start using today
• Why you don’t have to handle things perfectly, but you do need to do one important thing after a tense situation
• Simple ways to model emotionally intelligent conflict resolution for your kids — even if you’re still figuring it out yourself

This isn’t just about staying calm. It’s about becoming the kind of parent, partner, and person you truly want to be — one choice, one conversation at a time.

Because in every moment, you get to decide: Will I escalate… or evolve?

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Most people believe that parenting is all about managing your child’s behaviour. But the truth is BOTH your child’s outbursts AND your own reactions are driven by your nervous systems. And no-one knows this stuff!

In this powerful and validating conversation, I sit down with Justin Sunseri (LMFT and host of the Stuck Not Broken podcast) to explore how the Polyvagal Theory completely shifts the way you understand both your children’s behaviour AND your own emotional patterns.

We unpack:

• Why your child isn’t “bad”, they’re dysregulated
• Why you keep snapping, yelling, or shutting down, even when you don’t want to
• The difference between compliance and true regulation
• How to co-regulate with your child when you’re feeling triggered too
• Why emotionally intelligent parenting starts with nervous system awareness, not just strategy
• How to begin creating a home that feels truly safe, for everyone

If you’ve ever felt stuck in reactive loops, overwhelmed by your child’s big emotions, or ashamed of your own responses, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and truly practical tools.

If you're like me and like to WATCH as well as listen - you can see this episode over on YouTube.

FIND JUSTIN'S WORK AND PODCAST HERE: www.justinlmft.com

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Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.

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You’re trying to be supportive. They says you’re not listening. You open up emotionally. They try to fix it.

And bam, you’re both frustrated, annoyed and wondering what went wrong. Ugh (been there!).

Today I'm going deep into one of the MOST overlooked emotional patterns that quietly causes distance, conflict, and even breakups in relationships... and you probably don’t even realise you’re doing it. (I had no idea till I read it was a thing!)

🧠 Discover why your good intentions might still leave your partner feeling dismissed

🧠 Learn the powerful shift that emotionally attuned couples make

🧠 And hear the simple (tiny) weekly habit that can turn emotional clashes into deeper connection

Whether you’re the "problem-solver" or the "feeler" in your relationship, this conversation will help you start to break the cycle and reconnect where it matters most.

Don’t miss this one, it might just change the way you communicate forever.

(I mentioned the Gottman Institute's research - head to www.gottman.com for more)

xx Steph.

🎁 Don't forget - one of my most POPULAR online self-paced courses is available to YOU guys for only $17 (normally $97!). Learn how to bring emotional intelligence into your parenting today. Head to the website here, find 'From Reactive to Responsive Parenting' Course and enter the code PODCAST17.

If you're like me and like to WATCH as well as listen - you can see this episode over on YouTube.

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Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.

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🧠 Think emotional intelligence is just about journaling, naming emotions or deep breathing? Think again.

In this episode, I’m sharing 10 underrated, unknown and even unexpected, science-backed ways to develop your emotional intelligence.

Strategies most people NEVER talk about, but that genuinely rewire your brain, calm your nervous system, and transform how you show up in everyday life.

We’re talking about practical ways to build self-awareness, regulate emotions, quiet the amygdala, and strengthen your relationships (without needing to sit on a meditation pillow for hours 😉

You might be a parent, a leader, or just someone who’s tired of overreacting, shutting down, or staying stuck in old emotional patterns, this episode is full of insights and inspiration that I really know you'll love. (I spent way too long prepping for this episode!!)

🔔 PLUS: Keep your ears open! I’ll be announcing a brand new offer very soon that’s going to take this work to the next level. Think connection, support, and seriously life-changing growth! Be on my mailing list, or watch my socials as next week we'll launch and doors will open! xx Steph.

🎁 Don't forget - one of my most POPULAR online self-paced courses is available to YOU guys for only $17 (normally $97!). Learn how to bring emotional intelligence into your parenting today. Head to the website here, find 'From Reactive to Responsive Parenting' Course and enter the code PODCAST17.

If you're like me and like to WATCH as well as listen - you can see this episode over on YouTube.

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Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.

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Calling all unicorns who never get frustrated or angry! This episode isn't for you 😉

Ok, let's be real. The true statistic is 100% of parents have those moments where they snap, shout, or shut down... and then feel awful.

You want to stay calm. You want to be patient. But sometimes it just… takes over.

In this episode, we’re talking about anger from a completely new perspective - your nervous system's point of view.

Because underneath the yelling or frustration is something really important: a nervous system doing its best to protect you.

We’ll unpack what’s actually going on when you’re triggered, why logic alone doesn’t help in the heat of the moment, and how to start building emotional safety — not just for your kids, but for you too.

You’ll learn:

✅ Why anger isn’t the enemy, it’s an intelligent body signal

✅ What your nervous system is trying to protect you from

✅ Real tools to regulate (the experts know and use these)

This isn’t about getting it perfect. It’s about getting curious.

Because when you understand your own triggers, you parent from a place of power, not pressure.

This is only for people ready to learn the deep wisdom and understanding of the body, we're not talking quick fixes or mantas like "my child isn't giving me a hard time, they're having one". These are nice but not effective in the heat of the moment.

🎁 Don't forget - one of my most POPULAR online self-paced courses is available to YOU guys for only $17 (normally $97!). Learn how to bring emotional intelligence into your parenting today. Head to the website here, find 'From Reactive to Responsive Parenting' Course and enter the code PODCAST17.

If you're like me and like to WATCH as well as listen - you can see this episode over on YouTube.

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Book a FREE 30 min consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.

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