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Mar 2024
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Say GOODBYE To Pushback: The 3 Hacks Tha...

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Defiance. Pushback. Power struggles. They’re one of the hardest parts of raising kids, but we’ve got some great news for you—it *DOESN’T* have to be this way! Today on the pod we are going to teach you how to end power struggles FOR GOOD, starting NOW! Join Kristin, Deena, and their special guest, BLF’s very own VP hype squad (Kristin’s husband, Tyler), as they walk through the three simple hacks to stop power struggles in their tracks. Hit that play button ASAP because it’s going to be totally game changing and make your life as a parent *so* much easier! Highlights include:

  • Three incredibly *SIMPLE*, *CONCRETE* steps to stop power struggles in their tracks, before they even begin
  • Tips *backed in neuroscience* to retrain YOUR nervous system to stay steady in chaos moments and not engage in a tug-of-war with your toddler
  • Easy tips for shifting your kid from pushback mode to collaboration mode (YES, PLEASE)
  • EXACTLY how to react when your toddler pushes back, to end power struggles in the long-term
  • How to lay a healthy foundation NOW so that the power struggles are totally non-existent by the time you have a big kid or teenager
  • The *bonus* fourth hack that that will instantly change your life, your relationship with your kid, and even your relationships with other adults
  • The transcript of this episode can be found here!

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