Family Dynamics & Relationships

Podcast Episode #19: How to Raise an Empathetic Kid
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Podcast Episode #19: How to Raise an Empathetic Kid

2020 has been a never ending source of stress for many of us. And when we are stressed, empathy is difficult to muster. What does that mean for our kids? Dr. Michele Borba, an educational psychologist , author and parenting expert shares simple things we can do to raise an empathetic kid in an all-about-me world.

Podcast Episode 15: How We Can Improve Our Kids’ Mental Health with Tessa Stuckey
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Podcast Episode 15: How We Can Improve Our Kids’ Mental Health with Tessa Stuckey

In today’s episode we speak with Tessa Stuckey, mom of 4, Therapist, Author of the book “For the Sake of Our Youth” and host for the new podcast “For the Sake of Our Youth” . ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
We discuss what are some of the pressures on our kids in today’s culture, and what we can do to help.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Podcast Episode 013: How to Raise Self-Reliant Kids
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Podcast Episode 013: How to Raise Self-Reliant Kids

As a parent, how to raise self-reliant kids is a hard question.

We all want kids who take care of themselves and their families, but many families struggle with how to get there.

These simple, yet far from easy, parenting tips are a great place to start.

Podcast Episode 12: Positive Discipline at Home: The Four Basics of Positive Parenting
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Podcast Episode 12: Positive Discipline at Home: The Four Basics of Positive Parenting

With all the parenting advice out there, it can be tough to know even how to begin Positive Discipline at home. Here we introduce you to the four basics of positive parenting with the help of Positive Discipline expert, Dodie Blomberg.

Podcast Episode 011: Working Mom Exhaustion: Mama, you don’t have to do it all!
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Podcast Episode 011: Working Mom Exhaustion: Mama, you don’t have to do it all!

Moms are often expected to take on primary child rearing duties while also working full time, and keeping the entire family organized. This comes with a cost, often exhaustion. And the message to our children is that: Moms must take care of everything.

But mama-You don’t need to do it all!

In today’s podcast, we discuss those gender roles and what we can do to break those never ending tasks.

What To Say To Your Child When Friends Are Mean
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What To Say To Your Child When Friends Are Mean

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 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 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.

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.

Podcast Episode 116: Six Coping Skills That Will Change Your Kids Lives
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Podcast Episode 116: Six Coping Skills That Will Change Your Kids Lives

Do you wonder how to teach good coping skills to your kids? We talk with Janine Halloran, LMHC, about everything parents should and shouldn’t do when learning and teaching good coping skills to kids.