May 20

Rewards Aren’t Bribes — And Anxiety Isn’t the Opposite of Calm

Two things keep coming up in coaching sessions right now, in household after household, family after family: rewards and kids’ anxiety around trying new things. So Albiona brought it here. In this solo episode, she breaks down the real problem with how most parents use rewards (i ... Show More

28m 7s

May 13

You Can’t Regulate Your Kid If You Can’t Regulate Yourself — Here’s Where to Start

Inside, she explores: → Why a dysregulated parent can’t help a dysregulated child — and what actually has to happen first before any parenting strategy can work → The two reasons most parents struggle to stay regulated in hard moments: not being able to access tools when it count ... Show More

23m 57s

May 6

Your Brain Isn’t Broken — It’s Becoming - The Truth About the Postpartum Brain with Dr. Nicole Pensak

Inside, they explore: → What matrescence actually is — the neurocognitive developmental phase of becoming a mother — and why understanding it as an identity shift (not a breakdown) is the reframe new moms need most → The full picture of “mom brain”: why the forgetfulness is real, ... Show More

52m 31s

Oct 2022

EP 256 // Two Morning Routines To Try This Fall For A More Productive Day As A Work From Home Mom

As the seasons change, our schedules begin to change too. Sometimes when things get busy and we start to fill up our days with different things that we haven't had on our plates from before, the first thing that we think should go is that morning routine. What we want you ... Show More

24m 29s

Jul 2023

Ask Margaret: My Kid Is Super Slow in the Mornings

How do you let your child experience natural consequences for their slowpoke actions—without going insane yourself? Listener Katie asks: "My 11-year-old has trouble meeting deadlines we set for her (running to catch the bus, not getting to bed by her bedtime). When my husband and ... Show More

6m 17s

Dec 2024

Goal-Setting Made Easy For Busy Moms

<p>As a busy mom, goal-setting can sometimes feel like just another task on an already overwhelming to-do list. You're always taking care of everyone else, and by the time you get a moment to think about your own goals, you're too exhausted to even know where to start. Sound fami ... Show More

30m 48s

Sep 2024

124 | My Morning Routine As A Homeschool Mom

Let’s chat morning routines! My morning routine is constantly evolving depending on the season of life we’re in, the ages and stages of my kids, and what I need most but today I’m giving you a look at what my mornings have looked like lately and how I take a “plan with grace” app ... Show More

22m 41s

Apr 2024

Rise and Shine Embracing Simple Morning Routines

In this episode, we debunk the myth that morning routines have to be long and elaborate, emphasizing the importance of consistency and intentionality in starting the day with purpose.From the fascination with morning routines on social media to the pressure to have a picture-perf ... Show More

23m 31s

Oct 2025

2758: 5 Secrets of a Stress-Free Parent by Jen of This Time of Mine on Practical Tips for Everyday Parenting Peace

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2758: Jen shares five practical habits that help parents reduce stress and rediscover joy in raising kids. From carving out ... Show More

9m 19s

Play Isn’t a To-Do — It’s the Thing That...