Welcome to Parents Talk, the podcast focused on raising strong, confident kids today so we don’t have to fix what was broken later in life.

I’m your host, Francine Juhlin, founder of The Confidence Club for Kids. Each episode brings thoughtful conversations and practical guidance to help parents support their children’s emotional growth, confidence, and personal development.

In this episode, we are joined by Natalie Horseman, storyteller and nurse with nearly 20 years of experience in child and family development. Natalie shares her journey of blending healthcare knowledge with imaginative storytelling to inspire resilience, compassion, and confidence in kids and families alike.

Through the playful story of a curious goat who hitches a ride on a farmer's truck, Natalie uncovers meaningful lessons about resilience, self-esteem, and breaking negative cycles. She explains how curiosity can be one of the most powerful tools for building confidence in children, and how imaginative stories make those lessons feel natural and accessible for kids.

The conversation explores how parents can guide their child's behavior with intention, support their child's social and emotional growth, and avoid people-pleasing patterns that can hold children back. Natalie also shares practical parenting strategies to make the parenting journey feel more joyful and sustainable.

This episode is a reminder that a great story can do more than entertain. It can shift how a child sees themselves and open the door to greater confidence, curiosity, and resilience. To learn more, visit https://sparklefeathers.fun

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