Episodes

  • 16. Managing Tantrums & Resistance
    Nov 11 2024

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    In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most common reasons behind tantrums: the need for control. Young children are naturally driven to test boundaries and assert independence, often leading to intense outbursts when things don’t go their way. As parents, knowing how to handle these situations with calmness and clarity can make all the difference.

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    12 mins
  • 15. Tantrums & Overwhelm
    Nov 5 2024

    In this episode, we dive into the emotional world of children and discuss what’s behind those overwhelming tantrums. Tantrums are a normal part of childhood but can often leave parents feeling confused or helpless. We explore the reasons why kids experience intense emotions, especially when they’re feeling overwhelmed or overstimulated, and how we as parents and caregivers can best respond in these moments.

    Through expert insights and practical tips, we unpack the developmental reasons for tantrums and offer tools to help your child regulate their emotions, express themselves more effectively, and feel understood. By learning to navigate these challenging situations with empathy and patience, we can foster a calmer, more supportive environment that helps kids feel safe and loved.

    While tantrums can be exhausting, they’re also opportunities to help your child learn essential life skills in emotional regulation and self-awareness. With the right support and consistency, kids can feel empowered and calm through even the most challenging emotions.

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    16 mins
  • 14. Resolving Sibling Conflicts
    Oct 29 2024

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    Sibling rivalry is something every parent encounters at some point. Whether it’s fights over toys, attention, or who gets to sit in the front seat, conflict between siblings can be frustrating and draining for both parents and children. In this episode, we’ll explore two more powerful tools to help you manage sibling rivalry more effectively. These strategies focus on fostering cooperation, reducing jealousy, and helping siblings build healthy, lasting relationships.

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    15 mins
  • 13. 2 Tools for Sibling Rivalry
    Oct 16 2024

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    Sibling rivalry is something every parent encounters at some point. Whether it’s fights over toys, attention, or who gets to sit in the front seat, conflict between siblings can be frustrating and draining for both parents and children. In this episode, we’ll explore two powerful tools to help you manage sibling rivalry more effectively. These strategies focus on fostering cooperation, reducing jealousy, and helping siblings build healthy, lasting relationships.

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    17 mins
  • 12. Practical Examples of Effective Discipline
    Oct 10 2024

    Hear from some other parents about how they implemented this effective discipline strategy plus a review of the 3 stands we need to take as parents.

    Every child will have moments of misbehavior, but with the right approach, we can guide them in ways that foster growth and learning. By responding calmly, remaining consistent with our rules, and using effective discipline strategies, we teach our children valuable life skills—while also maintaining harmony in the home.

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    18 mins
  • 11. When Kids Cross the Line: Correcting Compassionately
    Sep 22 2024

    In this episode, we explore how to handle our children's misbehavior in ways that are calm, consistent, and effective. Missteps and minor misbehaviors are a natural part of growing up, but how we respond as parents can shape a child's ability to learn from their mistakes. We’ll discuss a practical strategy to guide children toward better behavior while maintaining a peaceful and structured approach.

    Every child will have moments of misbehavior, but with the right approach, we can guide them in ways that foster growth and learning. By responding calmly, remaining consistent with our rules, and using effective discipline strategies, we teach our children valuable life skills—while also maintaining harmony in the home.

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    20 mins
  • 10. Positive Limit Setting
    Sep 9 2024

    The big one!! How do we set limits with our children in a positive way? How do we enforce those limits? Listen to this episode to find out!

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    16 mins
  • 9. Try this So Your Kid will Listen!
    Aug 28 2024

    In the day to day of raising children there are so many things that we need them to do - brush their teeth, be nice to other people, the list is long!! And it can be so confrontational and draining to try and get them to listen to us. Here's a fantastic tool that will help us communicate with our children in a way that elicits co-operation and builds them up.

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    16 mins