Family Dynamics & Relationships

Podcast Episode 040: Find Your Passion with Pamela Pekerman
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Podcast Episode 040: Find Your Passion with Pamela Pekerman

Many of us are guilty of it. We love our family to pieces. And most of the time, we love being a mom as well. But between all the hats we wear, all the responsibilities that we have…many of us don’t have much that is just something for us.

Find something that is just yours and you can feel passionate about!

Something that brings you joy!

That may be taking up a crafting hobby, hiking, playing a musical instrument, or something else entirely.

Podcast Episode 34: One Simple Skill Your Kids Should Master to Deal with Mean Kids
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Podcast Episode 34: One Simple Skill Your Kids Should Master to Deal with Mean Kids

Mean kids. They’re everywhere.

Let’s face it. These kids who tease aren’t horrible human beings (although our mama bear senses want to say they are), they just lack social skills.

So if we want our kids to avoid these mean kids and seek out positive relationships, we as parents, need to teach them social skills.

Podcast Episode 033: How to Deal With the Sibling Fights
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Podcast Episode 033: How to Deal With the Sibling Fights

They’re driving you crazy. The yelling. The screaming. And you are thinking to yourself- this can’t be normal. This can’t be okay. How am I supposed to deal with the fighting?

Before you grab that glass of wine or hide in the closet to stress eat, we have something to share with you. In many cases, it’s okay to let not only let them argue, but conflict can be healthy.

Podcast Episode 31: Is Your Kid Differently Wired?
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Podcast Episode 31: Is Your Kid Differently Wired?

Have you ever had that feeling that something just isn’t right? Or read that article with the list of “red flags” and thought wow- some of these really do apply to my kid! That’s okay. There’s many of us who have been in that exact same moment with you.

Podcast Episode 29: How to Raise a Brave Kid
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Podcast Episode 29: How to Raise a Brave Kid

No one wants their kids to fail. As parents, we are wired to help our kids. It’s in our DNA to help our kids succeed in life.

So- how do we help them build bravery, courage and self-sufficiency? We give them those opportunities to shine and feel bravery, courage and see that they can be self-sufficient.

We are delighted to get to speak with Ned Johnson, who is the co-author of “The Self-Driven Child”. Ned helps parents adopt a new way of thinking and employ tools to support their kids autonomy, vital to helping kids lower their stress and develop intrinsic motivation.

Podcast Episode 027: How to Get Away As A Stressed Mom
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Podcast Episode 027: How to Get Away As A Stressed Mom

When your emotional cup is empty, you feel stressed to the max and have nothing left for anyone else in your life. No one benefits from that mama! So listen up- this episode gives you permission to let yourself get away and release that stress.

Today we are joined by Shana O’Mara of The Pixie Planner. Shana is a mom who travels often and she shares why you need to enjoy some mom-only adventures, while giving you practical tips on how to do it AND not have your kids feel left out!

Podcast Episode 25: How to Keep FUN in the Holidays with Allison Carter
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Podcast Episode 25: How to Keep FUN in the Holidays with Allison Carter

How will you be able to celebrate the holidays this year with so many things uncertain? Will the holidays still be fun and family-focused even if we can’t go see our family or have our regular traditions?

Simple. We can look to the past to “find the fun” this upcoming holiday season!

Podcast Episode 053: How to Calm Down When You’re Stressed
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Podcast Episode 053: How to Calm Down When You’re Stressed

We all get into arguments with our kids that make us feel stressed and anxious. But how do we get out of that and move on to a solution with our kids? We give easy calm down strategies for your and your kids. You both will be able to cool down in no time flat!
These tips are perfect for parents and kids!

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 028: Why Don’t Our Kids Listen Anymore?
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Podcast Episode 028: Why Don’t Our Kids Listen Anymore?

Every day feels like a fight. Whether you ask your kids to pick up their shoes off the floor, to go get dressed for school, or simply to come join the family for dinner. It often feels like our kids simply don’t listen to us! But if we did just 3 simple things, we would see much different results.

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.