[Episode 26] Does Attention Reward the Tantrum?
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link A mom recently told me she asked ChatGPT how to handle tantrums, and was given advice parents hear all the time: “Don’t give attention during or after a tantrum, or you’ll reward the behavior.” But she wondered… “What if my child is genuinely upset and needs comforting? How do I support […]
[Episode 25] Strength-Based Parenting & Schooling for Gifted and Neurodivergent Kids (with Sam Young)
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link It’s heartbreaking to watch your child struggle, whether at school or on the playground. Yet it’s an all-too-common experience, especially for parents of bright and quirky kids. Today’s guest shares my determination to change that! In this conversation with with Sam Young (aka “Mr. Sam”), founder of Young Scholars Academy, you’ll […]
[Episode 24] Mindfulness for Real-Life Parenting (with Hunter Clarke-Fields)
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link Ever wondered what in the world “mindfulness” actually looks like? Or how to squeeze it into your day when you barely have time to pee? This episode answers all of that…and more. In this conversation, I’m joined by Hunter Clarke-Fields (aka the “Mindful Mama”) for a practical, no-fluff mini masterclass on […]
[Episode 23] Productivity Tips for Busy Parents
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link If you’re a single parent juggling two adults’ worth of responsibilities, this episode is for you. In this conversation with Michelle Byrd of The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast, we talk about how to infuse productivity and joy into your day, and creating a rhythm that fits your family. About Michelle Byrd: […]
[Episode 22] The Superpower Every Parent Has (And How to Use It for Good)
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link There’s a superpower every parent has, whether you want it or not. (Though sometimes, it can feel more like kryptonite!) Tune into this episode to find out…✔︎ What it is✔︎ Why it’s so powerful✔︎ How to use it without being manipulative✔︎ 3 specific ways to harness it for your and your […]
[BONUS] Less Snapping, More Snuggling: Why Parents Lose It, and How to Finally Break the Cycle (Webinar replay)
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link This bonus episode is a replay of my webinar, “Less Snapping, More Snuggling: Why Parents “Lose It”…and How to Finally Break the Cycle (For single parents (and anyone who needs one)).” 👉 To watch the video of the replay, go to: parentingwithconnection.com/webinar In this special training, you’ll hear: ✔︎ A common […]
[Episode 20] From Survival Mode to Steadier Ground after High-Conflict Divorce: Sara’s Story
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link What happens when you know how you want to handle your kids’ big feelings and behaviors, but your nervous system is stuck in fight-or-flight? In this episode, I’m joined by my client Sara, whose high-conflict divorce and custody battle left her struggling with the emotional and physical demands of life as […]
[Episode 19] When “traditional” parenting advice and school strategies backfire
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link What do you do when “traditional” parenting and school strategies make things worse, and you’re not sure what to do instead? In this episode, I talk with Eric, dad to an awesome kiddo with multiple forms of neurodivergence, including autism with a PDA profile, about what backfired for his family…and what […]
[Episode 18] When There’s No One to “Tag in”: Snapping, Self-Compassion, and Nonviolent Communication for Solo Parents, with Ali Miller
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link How do you balance your child’s need for connection with your own need for space, especially when there’s no adult to “tag in”? That’s just one of the questions we explore in this conversation with Ali Miller, a Single Mom by Choice and an expert in Nonviolent Communication (NVC). In this […]
[Episode 17] Raised by a Widow: Grief, Resilience, Community, and Connection — with Real-Life “Gilmore Girls” Marisa Corcoran and Mom, Rita Fratto
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link This week’s podcast episode was a treat for me to record, and I hope it’s a treat for you to hear: It’s an interview with one of my biz mentors, the amazing Marisa Corcoran, and her downright delightful mother, Rita Fratto. This is Rita’s podcast debut 🎉! How cool is that? […]