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Podcast Episode 357: How 1 Simple Sentence Will End Decision Fatigue for Moms
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Podcast Episode 357: How 1 Simple Sentence Will End Decision Fatigue for Moms

Struggling to keep up with the endless choices in motherhood? This episode tackles Decision Fatigue for Moms with one simple sentence that changes everything. Learn how to delegate effectively, communicate clearly, and finally ease the mental load. Say goodbye to overwhelm and discover a powerful solution to Decision Fatigue for Moms—because Decision Fatigue for Moms shouldn’t be the norm.

Podcast Episode 356: Your Kid’s Not Doomed—You’re Just Anxious (And Here’s What to Do) with William R. Stixrud, Ph.D. & Ned Johnson
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Podcast Episode 356: Your Kid’s Not Doomed—You’re Just Anxious (And Here’s What to Do) with William R. Stixrud, Ph.D. & Ned Johnson

Struggling to stay calm when your kid pushes your buttons? In this episode of the No Guilt Mom Podcast, we dive into practical tips for raising a self-driven child without power struggles or panic. Learn expert-backed strategies for raising a self-driven child, recognizing your own triggers, and building trust over control. Discover how staying calm is the secret to raising a self-driven child—and why it’s easier (and more powerful) than you think.

Podcast Episode 355: How to Ditch the Mom Guilt and Imposter Syndrome and Make Something Unforgettable with Lisa Myers
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Podcast Episode 355: How to Ditch the Mom Guilt and Imposter Syndrome and Make Something Unforgettable with Lisa Myers

Struggling with imposter syndrome in motherhood? You’re not alone. In this episode, Lisa Myers shares how she turned guilt, doubt, and mom stress into a thriving business. Tune in for an honest conversation about imposter syndrome in motherhood, setting boundaries, and doing big things—even when you don’t feel ready.

Podcast Episode 353: Your House is Not a Democracy: Finding the Sweet Spot Between Collaboration and Boundaries (Part 1)
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Podcast Episode 353: Your House is Not a Democracy: Finding the Sweet Spot Between Collaboration and Boundaries (Part 1)

Struggling with how to set boundaries with kids without constant battles? Learn how to set boundaries with kids in a way that actually works—without yelling, endless negotiations, or feeling like the bad guy. Discover the secret to how to set boundaries with kids so they listen, respect the rules, and push back less. Don’t miss these game-changing strategies! #parentingtips

Podcast Episode 352: 5 Parenting Hacks to End Power Struggles with Strong-Willed Kids with Kirk Martin
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Podcast Episode 352: 5 Parenting Hacks to End Power Struggles with Strong-Willed Kids with Kirk Martin

Struggling with a strong-willed child? This episode is your guide to parenting without power struggles! Learn 5 expert-backed hacks from Kirk Martin to stop daily battles, stay calm, and connect with your child. Discover why traditional discipline backfires and how to create a home filled with cooperation. Parenting without power struggles is possible—tune in now to find out how! Don’t miss these game-changing strategies for parenting without power struggles.

Podcast Episode 348: Raising Changemakers: How to Teach Kids About Social Change with Deepa Iyer
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Podcast Episode 348: Raising Changemakers: How to Teach Kids About Social Change with Deepa Iyer

Want to raise a child who cares about making a difference? This episode dives into teaching kids social change and community involvement, with expert insights from Deepa Iyer. Learn simple, age-appropriate ways for teaching kids social change and community involvement without overwhelming them, plus discover the 10 roles kids (and adults!) can play in creating a better world. Don’t miss this powerful conversation on teaching kids social change and community involvement in a way that’s fun, engaging, and empowering

Podcast Episode 347: Your Chic Wardrobe is Actually Hiding in Your Closet with Erika Cartledge
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Podcast Episode 347: Your Chic Wardrobe is Actually Hiding in Your Closet with Erika Cartledge

Struggling to find something to wear? These fashion tips for moms will help you break out of your style rut and boost your confidence—without breaking the bank! Tune in as expert stylist Erika Cartledge shares fashion tips for moms on budget-friendly wardrobe staples, common shopping mistakes, and how to make fashion fun again. Don’t miss these must-know fashion tips for moms to help you look and feel amazing every day!

Toddler Hitting Sibling
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Toddler Hitting Sibling

Not more than 2 seconds after they hop in the car, the screaming begins.

“No, that’s not what happened Erik. My lunch is at 11:35am, not 11:30.”

I brace myself.

“NO SISSY! YOU DON’T KNOW WHAT YOUR TALKING ABOUT”

And then, WHAP!

He reaches his little arm across the space in the bucket seats between them and hits her.

“Erik, DON’T HIT ME!!!”

That’s when I intervene.

I don’t know how school bus drivers do it. How do you discipline 30 kids when you’re trying to keep safe and focus on not veering your large yellow, monstrosity off the road

I’m in a Toyota Highlander with only two children and I’m ready to lose my mind.

Yelling At Child Doing Homework
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Yelling At Child Doing Homework

“Noooo… I can’t do it. I don’t have the time!!”

Have you heard this from your child when she sits down to do homework? My gosh, it wrecks me.

I can feel her overwhelm and so relate to it.

I know what it feels like to have so much to do and what seems like no time to do it.

So, I jump in and try to help.

“It’s ok sweetie, let’s write down all the things you have to do to get it out of your head.”

“NO!” she pouts back, “That won’t help. I don’t know any of this and I have to get started now.”

What do you do with that? You see the problem, you know the steps to take to fix it and yet your child pushes you away like you couldn’t possibly know what she’s talking about or what she’s dealing with.

How To Get A Child To Clean Up After Themselves
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How To Get A Child To Clean Up After Themselves

Ever walk in your house and become immediately overwhelmed with the stuff lying around?

Its bad enough when you have a kitchen junk counter stacked with 3 layers deep with kid’s artwork, random books and those gadgets for your door that you don’t want to throw away but you don’t really know how to install.

But then is all the stuff your kids leave laying in the living room or crammed onto the top of the family room game shelf.

3 Simple Ways to Make Homework Fun

3 Simple Ways to Make Homework Fun

I’m going to be blunt.

Right now, your child’s homework time just plain sucks.

It does.

You dread it every night. “Hey, have you done your math homework yet?

“NO! I can’t do my homework. I don’t want to do it yet. Can’t I watch TV? I’ll do it after dinner.”

So much back and forth and back and forth. It’s become too much.

The question is, how do you make your child want to do homework?

How do you make homework less boring?

Podcast Episode 119: Finding your Authentic Self with Ryan Haddon
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Podcast Episode 119: Finding your Authentic Self with Ryan Haddon

It can be hard finding your authentic self when we put so much energy into our family every day. It becomes so difficult to untangle where your identity ends and your identity as a parent begins (news flash- they are different)! We’re going to share 3 things you can do to have healthy boundaries with our kids and family and help you find your authentic self.

Podcast Episode 86: Parenting on the Same Page with Amy McCready
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Podcast Episode 86: Parenting on the Same Page with Amy McCready

It’s hard enough when you are trying to pick a place to go out to eat and no one is on the same page, but when you and your partner or co-parent aren’t on the same page…it can be downright agonizing! We discuss with Amy how parents can identify what the real issue is causing their parenting struggles and how to best get on the same page and become a united front.

Tween Mood Swings
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Tween Mood Swings

You walk in the door from school. Your nine-year-old comes in after you.

Everything seems fine. She’s happy. All is well and good.

Then, you remind her that the dishwasher needs unloading.

Boom. It’s like something inside her detonates.

“Noooo… I don’t have time to do that. That’s so unfair. I can’t believe you’re making me do this!:

She glares at you, stomps over to the kitchen sink and starts crying.

WHA-ATT just happened? She was happy. I didn’t blame her. I just had a simple request.

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 61: How Logical Consequences are More Effective Than Punishments at Home
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Podcast Episode 61: How Logical Consequences are More Effective Than Punishments at Home

Too often, we fall into the trap of punishing our kids in the heat of the moment after something’s happened. But that hardly ever works. Here, we’ll discuss the difference between logical consequences and punishments, as well as how to make effective logical consequences that will have a positive impact on your discipline at home.

Podcast Episode #146: How to Parent Like a Spy with Christina Hillsberg
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Podcast Episode #146: How to Parent Like a Spy with Christina Hillsberg

Have you ever thought that being a parent should carry some training? How about spy training? I mean, who doesn’t want to learn how to parent like a spy? Meet Christina Hillsberg, former CIA agent and author who shares how her training as a spy has influenced her parenting with her 5 kids.

Middle School Organization Checklist
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Middle School Organization Checklist

It’s 6pm on a Thursday and I get a frantic text from a friend. Her daughter goes to the same school as mine.

“Hey, does your daughter have the math test from 2 months ago? The teacher is letting Celina retake it but she can’t find it.”

“Yeah, hold on, let me ask her.”

My daughter does have the test – which she doesn’t hand over right away because she wants to know exactly why she needs it, what it will be used for… third degree basically.
Satisfied with all my answers,she opens her binder to the math section, pulls out the test and hands it to me.
“Thanks,” my friend texts back, “I don’t know what Celina did with it.”

Could this be why you’re so frustrated as a mom?
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Could this be why you’re so frustrated as a mom?

Do you feel like you’re too nice?

One of my students called me out for that my first year of teaching.

In her very astute, wise little fifth grade voice she told me, “Mrs. Crohn, you are too nice”

But wait… don’t you want to be nice? Isn’t that something to aim for?

Kind yes. But nice…nice is taking on the full responsibility of other people’s feelings and adapting your behavior to make others happy.

That’s what I was doing when an 11-year-old called me out.

Creating A Bare Bones Budget When You’re Not Making Much Money
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Creating A Bare Bones Budget When You’re Not Making Much Money

In the midst of this strange season of social distancing and change, money may well be a scary topic for you. Maybe you’re like my family and you’re working through a big loss of income due to the pandemic? Maybe overwhelm and anxiety define your money situation in this season of uncertainty? Maybe you’ve decided to keep your head down and eyes closed, playing the “if I don’t look at it, then it can’t be real game” that our kids played when they were little?

Homework Helper Middle School
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Homework Helper Middle School

Dread your middle schooler’s homework every night? These tips for middle school parents will guide you in effective homework strategies.

There I was, sitting in my son’s 7th grade Parent-Teacher conferences, listening to the Literature teacher tell me the same thing I have heard for the past few years at every single conference…

“Your son is very bright, well-behaved, an absolutely pleasure in class. However, he doesn’t seem to get his homework done. And our first test of the year didn’t go very well for him.”