#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. She tackles various common parenting challenges, including managing toddler tantrums, implementing behaviour boards, ... Show More
Nov 20
Stop With the Constant Reminders as a Parent (Breaking the Micromanaging Cycle)
<p>#113 In this episode, Lisa discusses how to stop micromanaging as a parent. She touches on topics such as how she would approach the situation when your kids aren’t listening to you, her thoughts on the word obedient, the temptation to micromanage and nag as a parent, and what ... Show More
33m 33s
Nov 18
The Big Parenting Shift When Your Kids Turn Three
<p>#112 In this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on the fork in the road when kids turn three. Throughout the conversation she covers topics like preparing for this stage in the toddler years, the difference between discipline for toddlers and discipline for kids, the fact that ... Show More
30m 39s
Nov 13
Dealing With a Velcro Kid: How to Make Them More Independent
<p>#111 In this episode, Lisa discusses velcro kids. She talks about when parents are flattered by their velcro kids, toddlers not letting their parents do things, the importance of being present during playtime, and the power of a whisper as a parent. <br/><br/>Lastly, Lisa addr ... Show More
28m 48s
Sep 17
Big Kids, Bigger Feelings: Navigating Defiance, Meltdowns, and Anxiety to Raise Confident, Connected Kids
Big kids mean big feelings and sometimes that shows up as defiance, meltdowns, or even anxiety. In this episode, I’m breaking down what’s really going on beneath the surface and why it’s not just “bad behavior.” We often think school-aged is cruising with emotions but big feeling ... Show More
51m 48s
Feb 2025
Beyond Time-Outs: What To Do Before, During, and After a Tantrum
In this episode of "Toddlers Made Easy," Dr. Cathryn shares insights from her own parenting journey, focusing on how to effectively handle toddler tantrums. Discover why traditional methods like time-outs may not always work and learn about the natural stages of a tantrum, from a ... Show More
15m 30s
Mar 2025
The dangers of perfectionist parenting & how to cultivate self-compassion (Encore)
<p>Are you a parent dealing with an overwhelming fear of failure and not-good-enough-ness? If so, you might be struggling with perfectionism. In this episode, Nanika explores the challenges of being a perfectionist parent, how it can impact both you and your child, and ideas for ... Show More
11m 22s