In her books, Judy Blume never shies away from tough topics. And neither should parents. Although it can feel scary to have hard conversations with our kids, NOT having them actually causes more fear and worry because kids FEEL something going on even if the adults don't tell them what it is.

In today's episode, Carley shares how to talk about tough stuff with kids. From global tragedies to personal losses, we all will need to have big conversations with little ones. Tune in to learn the steps you should take to guide your kids in these vulnerable moments.

To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
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To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
http://www.paceparent.com/play

And follow her @CarleyCounsels on FB & IG!

If you've got a kid who would rather eat boogers than broccoli, this episode is for you. Today Carley shares a conversation with Caitlin Kiare, registered dietician nutritionist and founder of "Mom 'N Tot" Nutrition. They talk about how all foods fit, what parents do to actually fuel unhealthy eating habits and how to shift your meal time energy so your kid will be open to trying new things. 

If you want to work with Caitlin, you can find her at
https://momntotnutrition.com/

To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
http://www.paceparent.com/play

To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
http://www.paceparent.com/play

And follow her @CarleyCounsels on FB & IG!

There are some things the 80s got wrong (Halloween candy wasn't dangerous and turns out greed is not so good) but there are many things 80s parents got right. Today, Carley shares four parenting trends we should bring back from the decade of slinkys and should pads to give kids and parents more freedom to make mistakes and missteps - in fashion and in family life.

To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
http://www.paceparent.com/play

To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
http://www.paceparent.com/play

And follow her @CarleyCounsels on FB & IG!

If you’re a parent in 2023, you’re battling burnout. Never before have the expectations of parenting been so high with support for families so lacking. Fortunately, you don’t need a day at the spa or a weekend retreat to get back into balance. A little attention to your own nervous system goes a long way. 

In today's episode, Carley shares 10 ways you can reduce your stress and reset your nervous system so that you can lend your calm to your challenging kid. Because if we aren't calm, they're not cooperative.

To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
http://www.paceparent.com/play 

To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
http://www.paceparent.com/play

And follow her @CarleyCounsels on FB & IG!

The number one question families ask - how do we set limits with our kids without screaming, yelling and threatening! In this episode, Carley shares how to set boundaries in your home with calm, clarity, consistency and compassion and explains why limit setting is so crucial in fostering feelings of safety and security with your kids. Because even if they claim otherwise, your kid does not want to be the boss of the house!

To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
http://www.paceparent.com/play

To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
http://www.paceparent.com/play

And follow her @CarleyCounsels on FB & IG!

You might already know that play is a great way to improve your relationship with your kid while also reducing challenging behavior. But you still don’t want to do it! Today Carley shares why slowing down to play is so challenging for today’s parents and gives ideas on how to make playing a little easier, even if you feel like another trip around the Thomas track will break you. 

To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
http://www.paceparent.com/play

To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
http://www.paceparent.com/play

And follow her @CarleyCounsels on FB & IG!

Play is a child’s first language. It’s how they communicate what they’re feeling, thinking and where they’re struggling. If we can access the playful side of ourselves and speak to our children in a language they understand in their bodies and brains, parenting gets so much easier (and fun!) Today Carley shares a story of how she addressed her child’s fears by harnessing the power of play. 

To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
http://www.paceparent.com/play

To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
http://www.paceparent.com/play

And follow her @CarleyCounsels on FB & IG!

Welcome to Good Enough Parenting! In this debut episode, you'll meet Carley, learn why it's important to release the idea of perfect parenting and get some tips on how to bring more peace into your family life. Take a break, tune in and remember - if you're not yelling at your kids sometimes, you're not spending enough time with them! 

To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
http://www.paceparent.com/play

To get Carley’s free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!
http://www.paceparent.com/play

And follow her @CarleyCounsels on FB & IG!