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Podcast Episode 114: 3 things I wish I knew before I became a mom (that would have helped me)
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Podcast Episode 114: 3 things I wish I knew before I became a mom (that would have helped me)

Looking back, there are so many things that I wish I knew before becoming a mom. First of all, that it won’t look like I imagined, and that’s okay. That will have days where I will lose it, and that’s expected. That my kids won’t be perfect, listen all the time, and be the “model” kid, and that doesn’t mean that I failed as a parent.

Podcast Episode 113: 3 things you can do to raise emotionally strong kids
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Podcast Episode 113: 3 things you can do to raise emotionally strong kids

It’s been a tough past 2 years with the pandemic. And a recent TODAY Parents image post shared a hard truth. If your kids are in 2nd grade or lower, they’ve never had a “normal” school year. That means that helping our kids strengthen their emotional resilience is more essential than ever!

We’ve got 3 simple things that you can start today to help build strong skills in emotional resistance and you will see so much growth almost instantly with them!

Podcast Episode 112: What is Social Justice Parenting?
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Podcast Episode 112: What is Social Justice Parenting?

When it comes to parenting, so many of us want to raise “good kids”. Kids who will be kind to others, who can problem solve, kids who truly understand and act out of compassion, and who understand inclusivity, justice, and equality. But there is often a space between raising “good kids” and raising pro-justice kids. That’s where the concept of Social Justice Parenting comes in.

Podcast Episode 110: Overcoming that Wave of Guilt When Getting Divorced with Erin Royer, MA
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Podcast Episode 110: Overcoming that Wave of Guilt When Getting Divorced with Erin Royer, MA

Getting divorced is not an easy thing, especially when you have kids. But few people talk about the guilt they feel while contemplating getting divorced.We’ll share our experiences with guilt when getting divorced, what the research says on the effects of parents staying in an unhappy relationship, and what you can do to support your kids (and your own) mental health both during and after getting divorced.

Podcast Episode 109: Listener Questions #3 Screentime Solutions
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Podcast Episode 109: Listener Questions #3 Screentime Solutions

Are you trying to find a screentime solution for your family’s increased screentime? We have the best screentime solutions that will help you set healthy screentime boundaries no matter how old your kids are!

Podcast Episode 108: Failing Forward with Elle Cosimano
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Podcast Episode 108: Failing Forward with Elle Cosimano

Wonder what your next move needs to be? Or do you feel like you’re stuck in a rut? Check out our conversation with author Elle Cosimano and how she discovered what was truly important, how to appreciate a simpler way of life, and most importantly, to teach her kids how to fail forward!

Podcast Episode 107: Why You Need to Stop Using Behavior Charts Right Now!
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Podcast Episode 107: Why You Need to Stop Using Behavior Charts Right Now!

Oh behavior charts! Full of promise, hope, and stickers! But we have to tell you it’s not all it’s been made out to be. We’ll share why you need to stop using behavior charts and start using these 5 more effective ways to manage the whining, fighting, talking back, and everything else.

Podcast Episode 106: The Most Important Thing You Can Do to Stop the Meltdowns with Marcelle Waldman
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Podcast Episode 106: The Most Important Thing You Can Do to Stop the Meltdowns with Marcelle Waldman

Need to know how to stop the meltdowns? We cover everything you need to know about empathy, EI, and coping skills so you can stop the meltdowns now! And help your kid become more resilient, and improve their overall well-being.