No matter what method of parenting we choose to follow, there will be judgment from someone, somewhere. It is hard enough to parent as is, but that judgment can leave us feeling very alone and full of self doubt. We're talking about all the ways we manage to leave the judgment aside and move forward using peaceful techniques despite the critics. Please ra ... Show More
Apr 28
The 10-Minute Mom: Why Quality Beats Quantity Every Time
I have lost count of how many moms have told me they feel like they're failing because they don't have enough time. They're at work all day, running between activities, exhausted by 8pm, and convinced that if they could just carve out a few more hours, they'd finally feel like th ... Show More
18m 30s
Apr 21
Empowering Children: Why Obedience Doesn't Keep Kids Safe
Most of us were raised to believe that an obedient child is a safe child. I believed it too, for a long time. But the truth is the opposite, and it took me years of parenting and coaching to really see it. A child who is trained to always comply, who learns that disagreement equa ... Show More
18m 34s
Apr 14
You Can't Parent From Empty
I’m back, and I’m coming in honest.After losing my dad last year, I stepped away from the podcast, my work, and the pressure to keep performing as a parent. In this return episode, I reflect on what three months of cocooning taught me about grief, self-preservation, and the impos ... Show More
12m 55s
Jul 2019
Learning Through Social Struggles with Our Support
A parent wants to give her toddler the freedom to work out struggles with other kids, but because of their busy urban environment, parent and child tend to be in close quarters. She says of her son and his playmates: “They look right at us expecting, needing, wanting our help.” T ... Show More
24m 16s
May 2023
Step Up Your Game: Navigating the Drama of Step-Parenting Like a Boss
In this episode of "Divorced not Dead", we delve into the challenging role of step-parenting and the importance of finding balance and acceptance with Jaime Scrimgeour. As a step-parent, it's crucial to navigate the relationships with both the children and the ex-spouse, all whil ... Show More
42m 59s
Dec 2020
Embracing Our Power to Be Confident Leaders (a Pep-Talk for Parents)
Janet shares what she describes as her most valuable advice for parents -- a mindset that brings clarity to our role in our children's lives, makes our job more enjoyable and successful, and may even offer us personal growth. Janet explains why and how this perspective works, off ... Show More
26m 25s