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Parenting often brings us face-to-face with our own childhood. In this solo episode, I explore the gap between the parent you want to be and the patterns you inherited.

You'll learn:

• How your childhood shapes your default parenting style
• The difference between inherited and intentional parenting
• Tools for becoming more aware of automatic reactions
• Ways to reparent yourself while supporting your child
• Practices for staying present and connected when you're triggered

This episode will support you in choosing presence over patterns and becoming the parent your child needs.

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*This episode was originally aired on March 13th, 2023.

In this solo episode, I explore how rhythmical meals can transform your family’s mealtimes.

Young children thrive on predictability. When life flows in a dependable rhythm, they feel safe, grounded, and more able to meet the day. This is especially true around mealtimes. When your child knows what to expect—what’s for dinner, when it’s happening, and who they’ll share it with—everything goes smoothly.

In this episode, I share why rhythmical meals are so supportive for young children, and how you can begin to bring more ease and harmony to your family’s mealtime rhythm.

You’ll hear:

• Why children feel safer and calmer when meals follow a predictable rhythm
• How a weekly meal rotation can reduce stress and power struggles
• Ideas for healthy snacks and nourishing dinners
• Inspiration for seasonal eating and simple meal planning
• How mealtime rhythms support not just your child, but your whole family

This episode will leave you feeling inspired to bring more rhythm to your family mealtimes.

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In this solo episode, I explore what happens when our children’s behavior brings up unresolved feelings from our own childhoods and how those moments can be powerful invitations to parent with more awareness and intention.

If you’ve ever found yourself reacting more strongly than you'd like, or defaulting to control when you feel overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Often, these responses are rooted in our own past—how we were spoken to, disciplined, or supported as children. When we begin to notice the patterns we’ve inherited, we create space for something new to emerge.

In this episode, I guide you through gentle reflections and mindset shifts to help you:

• Understand why your child’s behavior can feel so triggering
• Recognize when you're reacting from your past instead of the present moment
• Break the cycle of control and step into more connected, conscious parenting
• Make space to reparent yourself with compassion as you show up for your child
• Create new, nurturing patterns that support both you and your child

This episode will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired to bring more presence and self-understanding into your parenting, especially on the hardest days.

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[From the Archives] This episode was originally aired on June 21st, 2022.

In this episode, I talk about how to nurture your child’s ability to self-regulate. I highlight three stages of learning - supporting self-regulation, co-regulating, and achieving self-regulation  that, when nurtured, builds your child’s ability to regulate. You’ll come to understand what role your triggers, as a parent, play in your child’s self-regulation journey.  I share insights on the importance of breathing, talking, seeking help, and, of course, the undeniable benefits of play. Finally, I take a detailed look at the importance of self-regulation in children and adults alike. 

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The three stages of learning that build your child’s ability to self-regulate.
• Stage 1: Supporting self-regulation.
• How to be a calm, nurturing presence for your child.  
• Stage 2: Co-regulating. 
• Stage 3: Achieving self-regulation.
• Understanding your triggers as a parent will help your child’s self-regulation. 
• How children develop self-regulation through self-directed play. 
• The reasons why self-regulation is essential. 

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In this week's solo episode, I explore how to raise children who are truly respectful, without shutting down their emotions or demanding obedience at the cost of losing connection.

We’ll talk about what it really means to teach respect in a way that honors your child’s feelings and fosters emotional intelligence. You’ll learn how to model respectful behavior in everyday moments, how to build the kind of parent-child relationship that leads to mutual respect into the teen years and beyond, and why trust is at the heart of it all.

I also share a simple mindset shift that can help your child move through big emotions with more ease, one that nurtures resilience and self-regulation without shame or suppression.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What it truly means to teach and model respect
• How to create a relationship built on trust and mutual respect 
• Why trust and respect go hand in hand
• An imaginative way to help your child understand that emotions are temporary
• How to plant the seeds for lifelong connection and respect

This episode will leave you with strategies to foster a more respectful and trusting relationship with your child, today and for years to come.

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In this week's episode, I’m diving into a challenging but relatable parenting moment—when your child has a meltdown in a public place. Whether it's at the grocery store, the park, a restaurant, or the mall, these moments can feel overwhelming and filled with pressure, especially when you're surrounded by watchful eyes and unsolicited judgment.

I’ll walk you through how to stay grounded in the midst of your child’s big emotions, how to respond with calm and confidence, and how to shift your mindset so you’re not parenting from shame or fear. You’ll also hear practical tips to help prevent public meltdowns and ways to support your child’s nervous system both during and after these difficult moments. I also share how to navigate sibling conflicts when out in public.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to respond to public meltdowns with calm and confidence
• Mindset shifts to let go of shame and pressure in public parenting moments
• Tips for preventing meltdowns
• How to handle common scenarios like meltdowns at the grocery store or restaurant
• What to do when siblings fight in public
• How to create a peaceful, grounding environment when you come back home that supports your child’s nervous system.

This episode will leave you ready to handle public meltdowns with calm and clarity, and build the foundation to avoid many of them altogether.

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In this week's solo episode, I share the essential principles that form the foundation for creating a calmer home life. If you’ve ever found yourself feeling overwhelmed, reactive, or unsure of how to stay grounded in the middle of the chaos, this episode is here to support you.

I explore the key shifts—both practical and emotional—that can help you cultivate more calm, connection, and confidence in your parenting. You’ll also hear gentle guidance on how to regulate yourself in tough moments, and how that supports your child in learning to do the same.

This episode is for any parent who longs for a more peaceful rhythm, and who wants to show up with presence, even on the hardest days.

In this episode, I explore:

• The foundational principles of a calm home life
• How to stay grounded when things feel overwhelming
• Mindset shifts that support calm, confident parenting
• Simple practices to regulate yourself in the moment
• How your calm helps your child learn to self-regulate

Whether you’re just beginning to shift your home’s energy or looking to deepen your peaceful parenting journey, this episode will meet you where you are—with warmth, clarity, and gentle encouragement.

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In this Unscripted Parent Coaching Session, I talk with a mom of two who’s searching for balance between being firm and staying flexible, between encouraging growth and avoiding pressure.

Here’s what she wants to know: “How can I support my children with boundaries while still honoring their need for play and freedom?” Together, we explore how to simplify the day so there’s room for both connection and calm.

If you’ve been feeling unsure about when to hold firm, when to be more flexible, or how to keep the day flowing without constant resistance, this episode will meet you right where you are.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why independent play is so essential for children
• How reducing transitions throughout the day can ease resistance
• Ways to help children stay at the table during mealtimes
• Creating a daily rhythm that supports rest, play, and learning
• Letting go of the pressure to do it all

This conversation is full of encouragement and practical strategies to help you find your own rhythm so that your days can feel more peaceful and connected.

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In this week's solo episode, I’m diving into one of the most important and sometimes challenging parts of parenting—setting boundaries with your child.

If you’ve ever struggled with what to say when your child hits, bites, screams, or resists your limits, you’re not alone. Many parents wonder how to set boundaries that actually work—ones that are clear, and consistent. Boundaries aren’t about controlling your child, they’re about creating safety, clarity, and emotional security.

In this episode, I walk you through three key steps for setting boundaries in a way that supports your child’s emotional development and your confidence as a parent. I also share the importance of connection when holding a boundary.

You’ll come away with simple phrases to use in the moment, insight into why boundaries feel so hard sometimes, and encouragement to stay rooted in love and presence, even during the tough moments.

In this episode, I share:

• Why boundaries are essential for your child’s emotional growth
• How to set limits with clarity and connection
• How to respond when your child hits, bites, or screams
• the importance of connection and acknowledging your child's feelings

This episode will help you feel more confident, more centered, and more connected as you guide your child with boundaries rooted in love.

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In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Hunter Clarke-Fields— author of Raising Good Humans—for a conversation on how we can move away from reactive parenting and toward a more mindful, connected approach.

We talk about what it really means to be a mindful parent, especially in those everyday moments that test our patience. Hunter shares powerful tools on how we can break cycles of yelling and frustration, and instead create more calm, connection, and intention in our relationships with our children.

If you’ve ever struggled with staying calm or wondered how to respond with more presence (rather than reacting in the heat of the moment), this episode offers both practical tools and gentle encouragement.

In this episode, we explore:

• What mindful parenting looks like in everyday life
• Tools to self-regulate in the moment
• Tips to stop yelling
• Mindset shifts that lead to lasting change

Whether you’re just starting to explore mindful parenting or looking for fresh inspiration, I hope this conversation with Hunter reminds you that growth is always possible—and that you don’t have to do it perfectly to make a meaningful difference.

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