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Oct 28
Get Your Kids to Cooperate Without Feeling Like the Bad Guy
Do you feel like the bad guy most days? Like all you do is say no and break up fights?In this episode, I share two ways to get your child’s cooperation without saying no. And I start with a Nana moment I wish I could take back.You’ll learn:The YES GAP: the small window before han ... Show More
7m 57s
Oct 21
The Secret To Shorter, Fewer, and Less Intense Tantrums
Ever feel like your toddler’s tantrums come out of nowhere—and take forever to end? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, Dr. Cathryn shares a big-hearted, science-backed approach to handling tantrums that actually works.RESOURCESToddlers Made Easy online coursePotty Training Mad ... Show More
10m 17s
Oct 14
Help! My Child Will Only Poop In A Diaper
Your child pees on the potty without a problem, but when it's time to poop, they insist on a diaper. You've tried rewards, encouragement, and waiting it out. Nothing seems to work.In this episode, Dr. Cathryn explains why some toddlers refuse to poop on the potty and what you can ... Show More
7m 35s
Jul 2022
Boosting Your Child's Self-Confidence
We all aspire for our children to grow up with a positive self-image and an abundance of self-confidence. When life throws our child a dilemma, it’s our natural instinct to want to fix it, or at least work them through the uncomfortable feelings with a pep talk. In this episode, ... Show More
29m 39s
Aug 2024
How to Raise Happy Confident Kids
14m 31s
Apr 2025
How to Become More Confident in Your Parenting
<p>#051 Lisa discusses how to build confidence in parenting by addressing bad behaviour and promoting respect all while emphasising the importance of making children feel good about themselves to improve behaviour and achieve positive outcomes. <br/><br/>She tackles various commo ... Show More
37m 32s
Mar 2025
5 Powerful Phrases to Boost Your Child's Self-Esteem
The secret to boosting your child's self-esteem is not about constant praise but in how you truly see and trust them. In today’s episode, I explore the significant role parents play in fostering healthy self-esteem in children. I reflect on the profound impact a nurturing and aff ... Show More
13m 31s
Feb 2021
Resilience
How do we promote resilience in our child and use the tenets of Peace and Parenting? Does being a kind loving parent mean our children will not be able to handle the cruel world? Perhaps empathy and kindness is exactly what allows our children to build in self esteem and the abil ... Show More
13m 34s
Aug 2025
Building Resilience in Your Kids
<p>#087 In this episode Lisa discusses how she would approach building resilience in kids. Her goal with calm leadership parenting is to raise free thinkers and problem solvers which she further goes into in the episode. <br/><br/>Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, ... Show More
26m 39s
Aug 2021
How to Help Build Your Kid’s Self-Esteem
Life’s full of challenges, and as parents, we want to send our children out into the world ready and self-assured so they can get through everything society throws at them. Self-esteem plays a huge role in that, and their time as kids and teens is a crucial time in building it. F ... Show More
10m 37s
Oct 2018
#112: Dealing with Toddler Hitting & Balancing Parenting Boundaries with Friendship
<p>Hitting is a common problem in toddlerhood. Toddlers are still learning social skills and brain development that is necessary for self-control. Learn how to coach and teach toddlers better ways of sharing frustrations. Also, how should parents balance setting boundaries and bu ... Show More
17m 57s
Apr 2025
How To Talk to Toddlers During a Tantrum
11m 35s
Jul 2025
How to Get Your Toddler to Listen Without Yelling: 7 Everyday Strategies Ep 111
Is your toddler always pushing back, melting down, or refusing to help? From messy playtime to getting out the door, you’ll learn how to: – Encourage turn-taking, even with babies – Turn cleanup into connection – Use routines and rules to reduce drama – Make transitions smoother ... Show More
41m 10s
In today's episode, we're diving into a topic close to every parent's heart: boosting your toddler's confidence. ❤️ While we can't shield our toddlers from every little bump or hiccup life throws their way, we can certainly arm them with the emotional resilience they need to rebound from these bumpy learning experiences. Boosting your toddler's confidence ... Show More
<p>Do you want to raise kids who are confident in who they are?</p>
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<p>Join me in this episode where I dive into the importance of <strong>self-skills, confidence and relationship skills</strong> to help kids have a <strong>deep knowing of who they are </strong>and wh ... Show More
<p><strong>How do you talk to your toddler when they meltdown? What can we say to hold space for our littles in the moment?</strong></p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode, I share <strong>how to talk to kids during a tantrum</strong>. I talk about <strong>what to say and how to spea ... Show More
