The Parenting Burrito

Hello welcome back to The Parenting Burrito, formally known as Parent Talk! This is a podcast that wraps up the parenting lifestyle all in one place. We talk about the real struggles, the real fails and the real happiness that we all experience as a parent. If there is one thing I want you to take from this podcast, it is knowing that you are not alone in your feelings, actions and emotions. We are not perfect and there is no need to pretend to be!

I am your host Alexandria and I am so glad you have joined me today!

 

Let’s start off with an affirmation

Say affirmation out loud and breathe in and out and feel this!

I am going to make time for things I love.

 

Today’s topic is finding time.

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Remember Inspo Family is a place where families grow, so grow through kindness because kindness matters and so do you!

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THANKS FOR LISTENING!

Hello welcome back to The Parenting Burrito, formally known as Parent Talk! This is a podcast that wraps up the parenting lifestyle all in one place. We talk about the real struggles, the real fails and the real happiness that we all experience as a parent. If there is one thing I want you to take from this podcast, it is knowing that you are not alone in your feelings, actions and emotions. We are not perfect and there is no need to pretend to be!

 

I am your host Alexandria and I am so glad you have joined me today!

I usually start off with an affirmation, but today I wanted to give you an affirmation to say to your child.

I love hearing what you want to share.

 

Today’s topic is The Grumpy Mother

 

If you loved what you heard today, show your support on BuyMeCoffee.com/InspoFamilyBlog

 

Remember Inspo Family is a place where families grow, so grow through kindness because kindness matters and so do you!

Also for more great content please visit InspoFamily.com

THANKS FOR LISTENING!

Hello welcome back to The Parenting Burrito, formally known as Parent Talk! This is a podcast that wraps up the parenting lifestyle all in one place. We talk about the real struggles, the real fails and the real happiness that we all experience as a parent. If there is one thing I want you to take from this podcast, it is knowing that you are not alone in your feelings, actions and emotions. We are not perfect and there is no need to pretend to be!

 

I am your host Alexandria and I am so glad you have joined me today!

 

Let’s start off with an affirmation

Say affirmation out loud and breathe in and out and feel this!

I am patient and I am kind!

Today’s topic is The sensitive child.

 

If you loved what you heard today, show your support on BuyMeCoffee.com/InspoFamilyBlog

 

Remember Inspo Family is a place where families grow, so grow through kindness because kindness matters and so do you!

Also for more great content please visit InspoFamily.com

THANKS FOR LISTENING!

 

Hello welcome back to The Parenting Burrito, formally known as Parent Talk! This is a podcast that wraps up the parenting lifestyle all in one place. We talk about the real struggles, the real fails and the real happiness that we all experience as a parent. If there is one thing I want you to take from this podcast, it is knowing that you are not alone in your feelings, actions and emotions. We are not perfect and there is no need to pretend to be!

 

I am your host Alexandria and I am so glad you have joined me today!

 

Let’s start off with an affirmation, today’s affirmation is “I am a good mother!” Say it outloud with me, “I am a good mother!” Repeat as many times as you feel you need too

 

Today’s topic is Mother appreciation.

 

If you loved what you heard today, show your support on BuyMeCoffee.com/InspoFamilyBlog

Remember Inspo Family is a place where families grow, so grow through kindness because kindness matters and so do you!

Also for more great content please visit InspoFamily.com

THANKS FOR LISTENING!

Hello welcome back to The Parenting Burrito, formally known as Parent Talk! This is a podcast that wraps up the parenting lifestyle all in one place. We talk about the real struggles, the real fails and the real happiness that we all experience as a parent. If there is one thing I want you to take from this podcast, it is knowing that you are not alone in your feelings, actions and emotions. We are not perfect and there is no need to pretend to be!

 

I am your host Alexandria and I am so glad you have joined me today!

 

Let’s start off with an affirmation

Say affirmation out loud and breathe in and out and feel this!

I am an amazing mom, even as I work hard to be a better one.

 

Today’s topic is kids melting the bad moments away.

 

Remember Inspo Family is a place where families grow, so grow through kindness because kindness matters and so do you!

Also for more great content please visit InspoFamily.com

THANKS FOR LISTENING!

Hello welcome back to The Parenting Burrito, formally known as Parent Talk! This is a podcast that wraps up the parenting lifestyle all in one place. We talk about the real struggles, the real fails and the real happiness that we all experience as a parent. If there is one thing I want you to take from this podcast, it is knowing that you are not alone in your feelings, actions and emotions. We are not perfect and there is no need to pretend to be!

 

I am your host Alexandria and I am so glad you have joined me today!

Let’s start off with an affirmation

Say affirmation out loud and breathe in and out and feel this!

I am a fantastic mom!

 

Today’s topic is backhanded rules.

 

Remember Inspo Family is a place where families grow, so grow through kindness because kindness matters and so do you!

Also for more great content please visit InspoFamily.com

THANKS FOR LISTENING!

Hello welcome back to The Parenting Burrito, formally known as Parent Talk! This is a podcast that wraps up the parenting lifestyle all in one place. We talk about the real struggles, the real fails and the real happiness that we all experience as a parent. If there is one thing I want you to take from this podcast, it is knowing that you are not alone in your feelings, actions and emotions. We are not perfect and there is no need to pretend to be!

I am your host Alexandria and I am so glad you have joined me today!

 

Let’s start off with an affirmation

Say affirmation out loud and breathe in and out and feel this!

I AM STRONG AND CAN GET THROUGH ANYTHING!

 

Today’s topic is the struggle of affection!

 

Remember Inspo Family is a place where families grow, so grow through kindness because kindness matters and so do you!

Also for more great content please visit InspoFamily.com

THANKS FOR LISTENING!

 

Hello welcome back to The Parenting Burrito, formally known as Parent Talk! This is a podcast that wraps up the parenting lifestyle all in one place. We talk about the real struggles, the real fails and the real happiness that we all experience as a parent. If there is one thing I want you to take from this podcast, it is knowing that you are not alone in your feelings, actions and emotions. We are not perfect and there is no need to pretend to be!

 

I am your host Alexandria and I am so glad you have joined me today!

 

Let’s start off with an affirmation

Say affirmation out loud and breathe in and out and feel this!

I do my best everyday and that is all I need to do.

 

Today’s topic is sex education…

 

Remember Inspo Family is a place where families grow, so grow through kindness because kindness matters and so do you!

Also for more great content please visit InspoFamily.com

THANKS FOR LISTENING!

 

Hello welcome back to The Parenting Burrito, formally known as Parent Talk! This is a podcast that wraps up the parenting lifestyle all in one place. We talk about the real struggles, the real fails and the real happiness that we all experience as a parent. If there is one thing I want you to take from this podcast, it is knowing that you are not alone in your feelings, actions and emotions. We are not perfect and there is no need to pretend to be!

I am your host Alexandria and I am so glad you have joined me today!

 

Let’s start off with an affirmation

Say affirmation out loud and breathe in and out and feel this!

“I, not events, have the power to make me happy or unhappy today. I can choose which it shall be.” ―Groucho Marx

 

Today’s topic is what makes a long day better.

 

As a single parent long days are inevitable. We are busy from the second we wake up to the second we fall asleep. Most of our day consists of doing things for others, and even sometimes when we do get the so desired free time we still do for others. At this point we have to forcibly make time for us, right?

I don’t know about anyone else, but I have just accepted that long days come with the role as a single parent, or parent in general. There also never EVER seems to be enough time in the day to do all the things you need to do. Which leaves you feeling defeated, disappointed and even depressed or worthless. You then caffeinate yourself because you have no energy, motivation or inspiration to do or finish everything within your day. Although, the only thing that makes it all worth it every single day no matter what, is when your kids want to snuggle and tell you about their day.

Parents with older kids probably miss this, or get this in a different way. But for all the parents of younger kids we have to soak in all the snuggles and take advantage of the love and affection we are getting. From a single parent perspective, we don’t have that partner to lay next to every night, to snuggle with after a hard day. Although, we have the next best thing which is our kids! You actually easily forget what a good snuggle session can do for your spirit, your motivation and your energy level. 

Nothing beats after a long day laying in bed with your kids and letting them speak their truths of the day. Listening to how they see the world, how they take on the world and how they feel. It gives you such a great insight about your kids. Sometimes in these sessions we laugh, sometimes we cry and sometimes we just lay quietly and take in the moment. Moments like these warm my heart and melt my stressful day away. 

Does anyone else feel this way when they snuggle their kids? I would love to hear some heartwarming stories about your little snuggles sessions. It's the place where most kids let down their guard and be free for the moment.

   

Remember Inspo Family is a place where families grow, so grow through kindness because kindness matters and so do you!

Also for more great content please visit InspoFamily.com

THANKS FOR LISTENING!

HELLO welcome back to Inspo Family - Parent Talk! A podcast to help parents with the struggle of parenting. Parent Talk is designed to remind all of us that you are not alone in your struggles, feelings and well….parenting!

I am your host Alexandria and I am so glad you have joined us for today!

Today’s topic is are you an angry mom.

My answer is yes or at least i feel like i am one. I feel like I put on a persona for the world that I am calm, loving and caring but in reality I lose my shit over the smallest things and anger is how I manifest it. And i cant label it as being strict or kids don't listen, it is purely all me. But do you think I like being labeled an angry mom… no, but the reality is that is what i am.

About 50% of the time the kids are doing something i asked them not to do for the 100th millionth time, but the other 50% is short of patience. As a single parent we sometimes run ourselves very thin. I mean we have to hold a job down, pay all the bills, and take care of kids and whatever activities they have to do. It is exhausting and we never get time to ourselves let alone free time. Babysitters are scarce, money is tight and coffee is how we live…. That is no receipe for patience or peace, love or happiness… not even if you live for chaos which I seem to do. So how can we stop being an angry mom? How can we stop taking our frustrated day out on our children…

Breathing is a great start.. Taking a step back. Understanding what your triggers are and trying to work through them. Now are you going to have bad days of course, but those we have to work through too. I try to talk to my children after I am calmed down and work through my feelings and what happened with them. Sometimes i get a resolution for them that they love and they can forgive me and sometimes they still hate me because they still need time to process, but regardless of the situation we need to have that open line of communication. My kids tell me when I am being an angry mom. I also make my children do a 4 step apology so that it is meaningful.. They hold me accountable and I do it to.. It goes like this

I am sorry for _____

It was wrong because ______

In the Future I will _______

Do you forgive me?

I also tell the kids it is OK not to forgive someone every time but don't do it just to be mean do it because you really truly don't forgive them and are not ready to accept their apology. Apologizing doesn't seem like it would do a whole lot but it shows your child a lot more than you think...now don't be mean every single time and apologize because then it will lose its power. 

Working on being a better you and you can be a better mom and not an angry mom!

 

Remember Inspo Family is a place where families grow, so grow through kindness because kindness matters and so do you!

Also for more great content please visit InspoFamily.com

THANKS FOR LISTENING!