Consequences aren’t punishment — they’re lessons. In this episode of Parenting-ish, we’re talking about what happens when kids test limits and parents get tired. From natural consequences to guilty mom moments and those times we cave (we’ve all been there), let’s break down how consistency builds confidence — for both kids and parents.

This one’s personal. In today’s Parenting-ish episode, I open up about what it really looks like to set boundaries with adults — friends, family, coworkers — and how that shifts relationships. We talk about people pleasing, recognizing when you’ve outgrown connections, and the guilt that comes with saying ‘no.’ And because parenting is always in the mix, I share how even small boundaries with kids — like sticking to bedtimes, cutting off snacks, or grabbing takeout when you swore you wouldn’t — matter too. Boundaries aren’t easy, but they’re necessary. Let’s talk about it.

Parenting-ish is BACK after a little unplanned break 🙃 Between moving, getting back to work and juggling 5 kids + chaos, life was life-ing. But here’s the thing: pauses happen. What matters is the comeback. Tune in to this short episode as I catch you up, keep it real about the mess, and remind you it’s okay to step back when you need to. 💛

“Hey Parenting-ish fam 💛 it’s been a couple of weeks since you’ve heard from me—between moving and the usual chaos of life, things got a little Hot Mess Express. 🚂 But Parenting-ish hasn’t gone anywhere—we’re still here, and we’re coming back strong next week

Raising kids isn’t cheap—groceries, field trips, sports fees, random spirit week shirts… it all adds up! In this episode of Parenting-ish, we’re getting real about parenting on a budget. From hacks that help (sometimes) to the guilt of saying no to extras, we’ll laugh, sigh, and remind each other that presence matters more than presents.

When you finally sit down with a snack, a show, and some peace… and then you hear little footsteps. 😩 Yup, they woke up AGAIN.

Mini-Ish Ep. 2 is here – short, raw, and painfully relatable. Tune in now wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Parenting is hard enough… try doing it on 4 hours of sleep and a prayer. In this episode, I’m keeping it real about what it’s like to parent while completely exhausted—funny stories, honest truths, and a reminder that you’re not alone in the struggle

Parenting isn’t one-size-fits-all, but sometimes it feels like the “Gentle Parenting Police” missed that memo. In this episode, we unpack the pressure to be calm, perfect, and endlessly patient—when in reality, sometimes you just need to raise your voice, hand over the iPad, or bribe with snacks. We’ll break down what gentle parenting really is, how social media has twisted it, and why you shouldn’t let online critics steal your joy as a parent.

“Have you tried gentle parenting?” “You should really…” Yep—unsolicited advice is everywhere when you’re a parent. In this episode, LV dives into the wild world of advice we never asked for, the subtle mom shaming that hides behind “just being helpful,” and how to set boundaries without losing your mind. Whether it’s a stranger at the grocery store or your favorite auntie, this one’s for every parent who’s ever smiled through gritted teeth.

Not every parent is scaling the jungle gym or sliding down the twisty slide—and that’s okay. In this mini-ish episode, we’re getting real about “bench parenting,” why it’s not lazy, and how sometimes the best thing you can do is let your kids run wild while you take a breather.

Because parenting isn’t a performance—it’s a marathon. 💛