Have you ever heard one of your kids say, “You love them more than me”?

It’s easy to dismiss, but sometimes those comments open the door to a deeper reflection: Is there a pattern here I haven’t noticed?

This week on the podcast, I’m bringing back an episode that explores the uncomfortable (but important) question: Do I have a favorite child?

You’ll hear how favoritism shows up in everyday parenting, why your thoughts matter more than you might think, and how your kids’ perception of favoritism can impact your relationship with them.

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Last week while venting to a friend about her day, my mom caught herself telling a negative, victimy story.

When she realized this, she switched to talking about what went well that day instead, and completely shifted her mood.

This reminded me about how the stories we tell ourselves matter. They shape how we feel and how we show up as moms.

If you’re telling yourself, “I can’t stop yelling,” “Nothing’s working,” or “I’m failing as a mom,” you don’t have to stay stuck in that story.

You have the power to change your story—and today's summer playback episode will show you how.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/361

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Wondering how to handle it when your kid curses for the first (or next) time?

Swearing can stir up a lot of emotions for moms, including shame, anger, worry, and embarrassment.

Whether it’s your 6-year-old testing limits or your teen trying to sound cool, how you respond matters more than the fact that they used a four-letter word.

In this episode, I talk about why kids swear, how to stay calm when it happens, and what kinds of consequences (if any) actually help.

You’ll also hear stories from my own life and coaching practice, along with a surprising research study about cursing and pain tolerance that might shift your perspective.

It’s the kind of episode that will help you stay calm the next time an f-bomb drops—whether it comes from your kid or slips out of your own mouth.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/360

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Have you ever felt like silence is a luxury you can’t have? Or when you finally get it, it feels uncomfortable?

If quietness feels unsettling instead of relaxing for you, you're not alone. When the noise stops, your brain scrambles to fill the gap, and your body can tense up or feel restless.

The good news is, quiet time is one of the simplest ways to lower stress and feel calmer, and you don’t need a silent house or hours of meditation to get it.

If sitting in silence feels impossible, this episode is exactly what you need.

Your body can learn to feel safe in the quiet — and the peace you get in return is worth it.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/359

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This year, Dalia went straight from school to camp with no break, and the stress of that transition came out in some pretty big emotions.

Two nights before she left, she came into my room crying, saying how much she was going to miss me and didn’t want to go.

Hearing her say those words tugged at every protective instinct I have.

So I pressed play on this old episode to remind myself exactly why giving her this experience is so important — and how to stay steady, even when her anxiety made me question whether I was doing the right thing.

If you’ve ever struggled when your child feels anxious or says “I want my mommy!” (whether they’re four or twenty-four), this replay will help you trust their resilience (and yours!) and keep the long view in mind.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/358

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If you’ve ever thought that fully allowing a big emotion like anger, fear, or grief might swallow you whole…

...or that if you let yourself really go there, you’d lose control, fall apart, or not be able to come back…

...this episode will offer a fresh perspective.

In this week’s summer playback, I’m sharing a practical and powerful tool I teach moms to help them manage their emotions in a healthy way: the 90-second rule.

When you understand what’s really happening in your body during those intense emotional moments, you stop bracing against them. You stop resisting and start expanding your ability to be with what you feel without being overtaken by it.

That’s what helps you build emotional resilience and helps you stay calm and present with your kids when they’re having big feelings, too.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/357

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What if every emotion—anxiety, anger, overwhelm—was like an unexpected guest knocking at your front door?

You could pretend you’re not home and hope it goes away (that’s avoiding).

You could yank the door open and yell at it to leave (that’s reacting).

Or you could open the door just a crack and try to hold it shut while the guest pushes to get in (that’s resisting).

But there’s another option that most moms were never taught.

You could simply let the emotion in. Offer it a seat. Sit with it for a little while and give it a chance to be seen and heard.

When it’s had that moment of recognition, it’ll get up, say “Thanks for seeing me,” and leave on its own.

Being able to allow emotions is one of the most powerful skills you can learn, not just for your own emotional well-being, but so you can model and teach it to your kids, too.

This episode walks you through four common ways people manage emotions and the one that actually helps you stay calm, present, and in control. It’s the first in my 2025 Summer Playback Series, and it’s just as relevant now as when it first aired.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/356

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You’ve done the thought work. You’ve challenged old beliefs. You know your child isn’t trying to make your life harder, but you still lose it, shut down, and spiral into guilt.

This week’s podcast episode explains why that happens, and what you can do when mindset work isn’t enough on its own.

I’m introducing something I’ve been studying and integrating into my coaching lately: Somatic Experiencing, a body-based approach that helps you understand and work with your nervous system.

It’s making a noticeable difference for my clients—and for me.

If you’ve ever felt like there’s a gap between what you know and how you actually react, this episode will help you bridge it.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/355

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Summer often means more sibling fights, which can mean more stress for you.

With school out and everyone under the same roof, it’s easy to get pulled into constant squabbles and feel like you’re always playing referee.

In this episode, I’m talking about why kids tend to fight more in summer, what’s really going on beneath the surface, and how to stay grounded when the tension rises.

You’ll learn how to respond in ways that support your kids’ emotional development and your own peace of mind.

If you’re craving fewer power struggles and more calm this summer, this is for you.

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There’s a pattern I see every year around this time.

Kids feel stressed about the upcoming shift from school to summer, but they don’t always say they’re stressed. Instead, they act it out. The clinginess, meltdowns, and defiance are signs that their nervous systems are trying to manage a big internal shift.

And moms often take that stress on as their own, trying to prevent problems before they happen and keep everyone happy. They feel like they’re already running on empty before summer even begins.

In this week’s episode, I’m sharing how to shift from school to summer without spinning out, and how I'm handling things in my own home, too.

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