Parent Coaches Unleashed

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There are many challenging times in our lives when we can the help from others is monumental. Instead of being someone who says, "Call me if you need help" be someone who says, "I'm free and here's how I can help!" Carrie and Jessica explore ways to help loved ones during the times they need you most: after a new baby is born, after surgery, dealing with a loss. Tune in to gain some perspective and some ideas on how you can help and begin to "pay it forward!"

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The most important job to Scott Schwartzberg is being a father. In listening to other men, he's heard so many give up time with their kids in order to put themselves first. Scott is a firm believer that a parent's first responsibility is to their children. It is his belief that men, more than women, put themselves first, and you can't do that with the expectation that your kids will want to continue to spend time with their fathers. Scott has been divorced for 13 years and lives by the philosophy that his daughter will always be his number one priority.

Scott opens up about the challenges and rewarding experiences of navigating single fatherhood after going through a difficult divorce. He emphasizes the importance of personal happiness and co-parenting with respect to create a positive environment for his 15-year-old daughter, Addie. Tune in for practical advice, sincere conversations, and a father’s perspective on raising a teenage daughter amidst life’s many hurdles.

Takeaways

1. Unified co-parenting
2. Your child's needs come before your own.
3. Prioritize personal happiness

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction with Carrie and Jessica
02:15 Welcoming Scott, the first dad guest on the show
04:30 Scott’s background: transition from a 10-year marriage to single fatherhood
09:45 Importance of prioritizing personal happiness in post-divorce life
13:20 Co-parenting aims: unified rules and open-door policy
18:05 Handling the teenage transition and consistent parental presence
22:40 The value of maintaining a supportive co-parenting relationship
27:50 Scott talks about sacrifice and focusing on daughter’s happiness
31:10 Listeners' questions and Scott’s advice for single dads
35:45 Carrie and Jessica’s appreciative closing remarks
37:20 Encouragement to email questions and feedback

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Watching your children in pain is one of the most challenging parts of being a parent. In this episode, Carrie and Jessica discuss some tips on how to help parents work through their own discomfort to help their children deal with the emotions of disappointment. These tips include: validating feelings, resisting the urge to "fix" the disappointment, resisting the urge to make their disappointment about something similar you may have experienced, don't dismiss their feelings, and give them the time to sit in their disappointment.

Disappointment is a part of life. It facilitates growth, character development, and resilience. Allow your children to work through their disappointment with your support.

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Jenny Shane is the founder of Divorce in Peace. She is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator, Florida Bar Licensed Attorney, Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS™) through the National Association of DivorceProfessionals, and she has a Bachelor's of Science degree in Psychology.

As a divorce coach, Jenny guides individuals through all stages of divorce and life afterwards. She is skilled in helping her clients understand the legal process behind divorce and how to take control of their divorce decisions, whether they are lawyers represented or not. 

Jenny shares her unique journey from a lawyer to a divorce coach, focused on helping parents create and modify effective parenting plans that prioritize the best interests of the children. The discussion also touches upon empowering children to voice their preferences, especially teenagers, and the significance of a comprehensive approach to mental health within the family dynamic.

Takeaways
1. Integrate mental health provisions
2. Be kind to your co parent during divorce
3. Involve teens in time-sharing decisions

Timestamps
00:00 Transition from litigation to family law mediation.
04:21 Transitioned from law to divorce coaching, found fulfillment.
09:33 Working with only one person limits understanding.
10:22 Provide tough love, evaluate behavior, improve relationship.
16:56 Detailed documentation is needed for custody modification.
18:28 Parallel parenting in high conflict divorces occurs when parents refuse to work together, resulting in separate households and parenting styles.
22:32 Transition challenges for young children in custody.
26:37 Children need both parents for balanced support.
29:24 Teen sleeps in closet for privacy, needs empowerment.
33:21 Parenting plans address counseling and cost sharing.
34:26 Each parent is responsible for child therapy.
38:41 Avoiding conflict by intervening in emotionally charged situations.
41:02 Communication through DM and email preferred.

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Instagram: FamilyTalkwithJenny
Website: divorceinpeacemediation.com

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Jennifer Kelman is a mental health expert on JustAnswer, where she has provided online support to those in need since 2012. In addition to her work on JustAnswer, Jennifer Kelman has been a licensed Clinical Social Worker for more than 30 years and maintains a private practice specializing in relationships, parenting, and children’s mental health issues. She is also a children’s book author having written three books that delicately weave in themes of trust, vulnerability, and hope in her stories. 

She has lectured extensively around the country and appeared on news and television programs covering a range of issues including relationships, parenting, body-image, eating disorders, and children’s mental health.

From discussing the impact of age on children's sense of safety and confidence to navigating conversations about sensitive topics like moving and death, this episode is packed with practical advice for parents. Don't miss Jennifer's tips on building resilience in children and maintaining open lines of communication, no matter their age.

Takeaways

1. Prioritize open communication.
2. Customize your approach to each child.
3. Manage technology use wisely.

Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction and guest introduction
02:30 - Jennifer Kelman's background
05:00 - Communicating life changes to teens
08:45 - Addressing tough topics with teenagers
13:30 - COVID's impact on youth mental health
17:52 - Creating authentic relationships with children
21:18 - Dealing with differing views
26:15 - Setting technology boundaries
29:31 - Handling teenage rebellion
33:02 - "No questions asked" communication approach
36:08 - Importance of parental vulnerability
39:45 - Closing thoughts

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Carrie and Jessica set out to share their experiences sending kids off to college with new parents preparing to send kids to college for the first time. However, they quickly learn after asking their own kids for advice and then polling other young adults, that they had two completely different perspectives on what "being prepared for college" meant. In this episode, they share both what parents believe are the most important parts about being prepared for college and the young adult perspective on what is really important for a successful transition to college. 

This episode is intended to provide tips for both parents and college-bound kids on how they can best be prepared for getting involved on a college campus. We share lessons learned from current college students and college graduates about roommates, friendships, joining clubs, saying No, asking for help, and so much more. Parents provided guidance on more logistical things like move-in, packing/shopping lists, and legal forms. Both perspectives are important but took Carrie and Jessica by surprise as what kids viewed as "being prepared" vs. what parents thought couldn't have been more different. 

Kudos to our young adults as this episode will definitely teach us parents a thing or two!! ( or teach us parents ALOT)

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Stacie Boyar, previously in private practice, started a podcast when COVID-19 hit and she found herself at home. This coincided with her daughter attending an adapted sleepaway camp amid the pandemic. Stacie used her podcast as a productive outlet during a time filled with uncertainty, especially for children aged 12 to 14, who faced an unclear future regarding school and social interactions.

They discuss the invaluable techniques for building self-confidence and managing anxiety in both children and adults. Drawing from personal experiences and professional expertise, Stacie provides actionable advice on using grounding and breathing techniques, journaling, and mindfulness to foster mental wellness.

Takeaways

1. Incorporate grounding and breathing techniques
2. Validate children's emotions
3. Encourage Positive Self-Talk

Timestamps
00:00 Started podcast during pandemic, kids at camp.
04:39 Social media affects teen emotional development negatively.
08:41 Listen, validate, make them feel safe.
12:03 Practice mindfulness using your five senses.
15:47 Authenticity leads to happiness, confidence, and positivity.
17:59 Question thoughts, don't believe everything blindly.
21:21 Address, don't dismiss, trauma; seek professional help.
23:58 Early integration of mental health in pediatric care.
29:42 Establish a bedtime routine for better sleep.
31:19 Focus on positive thoughts, avoid unnecessary worry.
34:01 Confidence in overcoming challenges is crucial.
36:44 Visualization for creating safe, calming space.

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Nobody likes to deliver bad news, but here it is: summer is winding down and that means school is getting ready to begin. Transitioning from summer play to schoolwork can be difficult for both kids and their parents. Join Carrie and Jessica for an unedited discussion on how the presence of routines can be beneficial to the entire family; not just for the beginning of school, but forever!

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Erika Wasserman is a certified financial therapist who navigates the ups and downs of life with humor and resilience. She lives in a lively household, often likening it to a sorority, as she raises her three teenage daughters. Erika's journey has been a roller coaster, filled with unexpected twists and turns. Her children have heard her stories so often that they can now recount them with ease. Despite life's unpredictability, Erika’s professional and personal experiences equip her to help others ride their own waves with confidence and grace.

In this episode, Jessica, Carrie, and their guest, Erika, discuss the importance of early financial planning, teaching children about money, and reframing budgets to focus on positive outcomes. Erika Wasserman shares her professional journey and offers practical advice, including her innovative conversation cards, "Let's Talk Finances." The hosts also share personal anecdotes on allowances, saving, and the lifelong influence of childhood financial experiences.

Takeaways

1. Emphasize financial independence.
2. Teach children the value of money early on.
3. Reframe budgeting by focusing on what to say 'yes' to and create vision boards for financial goals.

Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
02:45 Carrie's mother’s advice on financial independence.
06:30 Jessica's financial discussions with her partner.
09:15 Erika on different ways couples handle finances.
12:50 Financial impact of having children.
17:30 Erika's approach to budgeting and positive financial planning.
21:50 When and how to start planning for college finances.
26:15 Teaching children about money and financial boundaries.
30:00 Personal anecdotes about allowances and savings.
35:00 Influence of childhood financial experiences on adulthood.
38:45 Erika's turquoise piggy bank story.
41:10 Open communication and children's awareness of parental earnings.
45:30 Financial therapy and the emotional impact of money.
48:00 Ways to initiate financial conversations with a partner.

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Website: www.yourfinancialtherapist.com
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In this unedited, bonus episode Carrie snd Jessica take a look back at some things they did during their early years of parenting and wonder if they would do them again. Join them for a trip down memory lane as they discuss nursing, co-sleeping, and how they survived restaurant outings without devices.

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