Jun 3

Your Child Just Hit You. Should You Give Them a Hug? | 79

Your child hits you and then immediately reaches out for a hug. Do you give it to them? It's common to freeze in these moments, worried you're rewarding the hitting or sending mixed signals. In this episode I'm breaking down what's actually happening in your child's brain when th ... Show More

12m 27s

Apr 2026

What I said to my son after he hit a kid at the playground | 78

Your child isn't defiant, they're undercoached. That's the reframe I want to leave you with in this episode, and I promise it will change how you show up in the hardest parenting moments. I share the story of my own toddler getting aggressive at a play gym and the one question th ... Show More

14m 32s

Apr 2026

5 Phrases That Sound Like Backtalk But Are Actually Healthy Communication | 77

"That's not fair." "You're not the boss of me." "I don't WANT to." Most of us were raised where those phrases got us in serious trouble — so when our own kids say them, our nervous system goes straight to threat mode. In this episode I'm reframing all of it. I break down what eac ... Show More

13m 59s

Sep 2025

How to connect with a child that shuts you down (without losing your cool)

Send us Fan MailThis episode will change how you see your child’s moods and how you respond to them.If you’ve ever tiptoed around your child in the morning, worried the “wrong” cereal bowl or shirt will set off a meltdown, this conversation is for you.Joining me is Dr. Alex Reed, ... Show More

1h 8m

Sep 2023

Understanding Your Child's Temperament

As parents, we often encounter kids with two distinct temperaments. The first type values their authenticity and won't betray themselves, even if it means risking their relationship with their guardian. The second type of child remains loyal to their caretaker and will do anythin ... Show More

13m 35s

Aug 2019

538: #TBT: Do you want your kids to be self motivated & in control of their BIG emotions?

"Children need models rather than critics." — Joseph Joubert In this episode, I talk about: <ul> <li>How to get the tools to help your kids </li> <li>Why it's important for you to do hard ... Show More

16m 56s

Jun 2025

Case Study: The Secret to Connecting With Your Neurodivergent Child [Fan Favorite]

Have you been told that because your child is neurodivergent, they need different rules? That connection-based parenting works for neurotypical kids, but your child with autism or ADHD requires charts, rewards, and consequences to manage behavior. Many of us hear this, leaving us ... Show More

19m 38s

Apr 2024

Case Study: Can You Really Discipline With Love Instead of Fear

Could your pursuit of a "perfectly" behaved child be disrupting the peace in your home? This episode will unravel the intricate dance between setting boundaries and forging bonds of connection.As parents, we tend to focus on controlling our children's behavior and enforcing conse ... Show More

25m 41s

May 2025

The #1 Thing Kids Need From You (Especially When They Mess Up)

Do you want your child to always feel safe enough to come to you, no matter what mistakes they've made? Are you sometimes unsure how to react when your child disappoints you, without resorting to punishment or judgment?Today, we're diving deep into the power of being your child's ... Show More

8m 59s

Feb 2024

Empowering Parents of Neurodivergent Children with Dr. Palmer, Episode #65

<h2>Dr. David Palmer of <a href="https://www.theimatter.co/aboutme" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Inclusion Matters Collective</a> walks us through how to support, nurture, and help our neurodivergent children to shine! He explores simple, effective tools to build emo ... Show More

31m 43s

Apr 2020

S1 E11 All about why children need boundaries and how to do this in a kind, loving and respectful way

I love it when Montessori teachers share their secrets and today's conversation with Nichole Holtvluwer of Radicle Beginnings is just like that. Nichole talks us through why children need boundaries, and we can set these limits in a calm and clear way from a child hitting to a fu ... Show More

1h 24m

Your child doesn't need more patience, t...