Have you ever found yourself reacting to your child in a way that surprises you? Maybe you set out to be patient and understanding, but stress, exhaustion, or frustration pulls you into habits you swore you'd never repeat. Why does this happen? More importantly, how can we shift these patterns to become the parents we truly want to be? In this episode, we’re diving deep into parenting styles, the four main types, how they shape our children’s development, and why we often default to certain behaviors under stress. The key to change starts with awareness, and today, we’re exploring exactly how to build that awareness so we can show up more intentionally for our kids. Stay tuned to hear more on:

• The four main parenting styles and how they shape childhood development.
• How our own upbringing influences our automatic reactions and parenting tendencies, especially in moments of stress.
• The impact of parenting styles on attachment and emotional security, and why small shifts can create lasting change.
• Real-life experiences of navigating differing parenting backgrounds within a partnership and the challenges that arise.
• Practical steps to increase self-awareness, break generational cycles, and parent with more balance and intention.

Thank you for joining me in this conversation—your willingness to grow is already making a difference. The next time you feel yourself slipping into an old pattern, take a deep breath, pause, and remember: you have the power to create a new way forward. If this episode spoke to you, I’d love to hear your thoughts. Share your biggest takeaway with me, and let’s continue learning together. It would also mean so much to me if you left me a rating and review so that we can spread this message to other parents.

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