Tired of feeling disconnected from your teen?

In this empowering episode, psychotherapist Iuri Melo shares practical strategies for building strong emotional bonds, teaching regulation skills, and helping teens thrive in a world full of noise. From proactive mental health tools to parenting through digital challenges, this conversation is full of "aha" moments for anyone raising a child today.

Learn how to build trust before the crisis hits because connection is the real protective factor. Get connected with Irui here: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Know They Selfie Mind Over Grey Matter SchoolPulse Our Mental Health Resource for Teens Our Free Videos for Teens

We don't get to choose the patterns we were raised with—but we do get to choose whether we continue them.

In this episode of Mom Essentials, empowerment strategist Kate Ferrian shares her powerful story of healing after divorce and an emotionally abusive relationship. We explore how reparenting yourself, rebuilding self-trust, and honoring your emotional needs can help you stop performing and start living in alignment.

Kate opens up about what self-love actually looks like, how boundaries evolve as we grow, and why generational healing begins with one small brave choice at a time.

Whether you're deep in your own healing journey or just starting to question what was passed down to you—this episode will leave you feeling validated and empowered. Connect with Kate: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Website Free 5 Day Confidence Reset Visit TheParentToolbox.info Essential Minute

Big feelings aren't just for kids, parents have them too.

But when we don't know how to regulate our own emotions, it makes it harder to show up the way we want to for our families.

In this powerful episode, psychotherapist and author Jennifer Elmberg shares how we can become more emotionally aware, respond rather than react, and help our kids do the same.

From her children's book Mari's Magical Mind Garden to her clinical insights from the therapy room, Jennifer offers practical tools and relatable stories that make emotional wellness feel doable.

Whether you're in the middle of a meltdown (yours or your child's) or just trying to bring more calm into your home, this conversation will leave you feeling seen and supported. Get connected with Jennifer here: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn LinkTree TheParentToolbox.info Essential Minute

How often do you feel like you're running a household, but missing out on actually connecting with your family? In this solo episode of Mom Essentials, I'm opening up about how a few small changes made a big difference in the way we communicate in our home. You'll find out why communication is as much about listening as it is about talking with some new approaches to conversations!

Also, I share what inspired the creation of the The C.A.L.M. Family Planner, why 15 minutes a week can change your family dynamic, and how to move away from feeling like the family "cruise director" and toward a home where everyone shares the load.

We'll talk about miscommunication, small mindset shifts, and how to start having meaningful conversations- even if your family is busy, distracted, or not exactly on board (yet).

If you've been craving more connection, collaboration, and calm in your home, this one's for you. Essential Minute | The Parent Helper The C.A.L.M. Family Planner

What if your teen didn't just guess their way into college or a career path, but actually knew what they were good at and where they thrive?

In this episode of Mom Essentials, I'm joined by Anna Nelson, Gallup Certified Strengths Coach and founder of Strengths Before Strategy. Anna works with teens to help them identify their natural strengths, so they can build real confidence, make empowered choices, and move into their future with clarity.

We talk about why strengths-based coaching is a game-changer for teenagers, how parents can shift the conversation away from pressure and comparison, and what it really means to help our kids build purpose, not just pick a major.

Whether your teen is planning for college or still figuring it all out, this episode is filled with encouragement, insight, and tools to support them every step of the way. Find out more about Anna: Free Guide Facebook Instagram LinkedIn TheParentToolbox.info Essential Minute

Let's be honest, financial stress can feel like a constant hum in the background of motherhood.

But it doesn't have to stay that way.

In this episode of Mom Essentials, I sit down with Bobbie Harris, financial wealth coach and founder of the Wealth Builder Profit Power Hour, to talk about how to end the money stress for good. Bobbie shares how she and her family went from living paycheck to paycheck to becoming millionaires and how it started with simple mindset shifts and consistent action.

We cover everything from budgeting (without guilt), building an emergency fund, teaching your kids about money, and letting go of comparison so you can create a future that actually works for your family. If money has been your #1 stressor, this episode will leave you feeling encouraged, empowered, and ready to take the next step. Connect with Bobbie here: Website Facebook Free Wealth Builder Power Hour Other Imporatnt Links: The CALM Family Planner Essential Minute | Motivate

So many of us are silently struggling- navigating parenting, trauma, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm while pretending we're fine. But silence doesn't heal.

In this episode of Mom Essentials, I'm joined by Kelli Melissa Reinhardt, founder of Make Mental Health Matter, to talk about breaking the silence surrounding mental health, grief, and the emotional burdens we carry as parents. Kelli shares her personal journey through trauma, the loss of her sister to suicide, and the moment she realized that talking about it could save lives.

We explore the difference between survival and thriving, how to recognize when your coping mechanisms aren't healthy anymore, and what it looks like to raise emotionally aware children- especially when you're still learning to care for your own mental health. To find out more about Kelli, check out her links: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Website Free Gift

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When parenting a child with ADHD or anxiety, the emotional rollercoaster can feel unrelenting and the mom guilt? Overwhelming!

In this episode, I'm joined by Dana Baker, ADHD and anxiety parenting coach, speaker, and mom who's lived this journey firsthand. Dana opens up about her own parenting story, how she learned to trust her instincts, and what finally helped her advocate for her daughter in a world that said, "She's fine."

We talk about how to recognize your child's triggers, why adjusting expectations is essential, and how validation, not perfection, is key to connection. Dana shares actionable tools for handling emotional outbursts, increasing resilience, and building emotional awareness without losing yourself in the process.

Whether your child has a diagnosis or you just feel like you're constantly walking on eggshells, this episode will help you feel seen, supported, and better equipped to parent with clarity and compassion. To find out more about Ivy, check out her links: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Website

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There are so many parts of motherhood we're told to celebrate, but what about the things we don't talk about?

In this episode, I talk with Ivy Brooks, a digital marketing strategist, homeschooling mom, and former tokophobia sufferer. Ivy opens up about her emotional journey through pregnancy, birth trauma, and the early days of motherhood and how healing didn't come from pretending it was perfect, but from being honest about what she felt.

We talk about the pressures to bond instantly, the fear of getting it wrong, and the life-changing moment she discovered tools and community that helped her shift from fear to connection. Ivy also shares how motherhood led her to a mission-driven career and partnership with LittleOne.care, a baby wellness monitor designed to support early development and parent-child bonding. To find out more about Ivy, check out her links: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Website LittleOne.Care

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Running a business is tough. Raising kids is even tougher. Doing both at the same time? That takes intention, boundaries, and a whole lot of grace.

In this episode, I chat with Holly Stomberg, realtor, business owner, and mom of two, about what it's really like to juggle motherhood and entrepreneurship. Holly shares her honest experience of working with her spouse, setting boundaries around family time, and learning how to adapt to the different seasons of parenting and business growth.

We talk about navigating burnout, finding your rhythm, and how to stop chasing perfect balance and instead focus on what actually works for your family right now. If you're a working mom trying to manage client emails between school pickups—or just hoping to make it through the week without losing your mind—this episode is for you. To find out more about Holly, check out her links: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Website

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