[Episode 15] Five Parenting Truths to Remember
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link About the episode In this solo episode, I share five truths I come back to again and again in my parenting and my coaching, especially with single parents who are carrying a lot and quietly wondering if they’re enough. These are the truths I invite you to hold onto as we […]
[Episode 14] Nervous System First Aid: A Gentle Practice with somatic psychotherapist Meg Tobin
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link About the episode This week’s episode is a special gift to help you through the winter holiday season, or any other stressful season of your life. Somatic psychotherapist, and my dear friend, Meg Tobin, LMHC, guides us through a tapping (EFT) tutorial and practice to soothe your nervous system, including modifications and suggestions […]
[Episode 13] 10 Tips for Single-Parenting During the Winter Holidays and Break
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link About the episode Winter break can bring joy, pressure, and a whole lot of overwhelm, especially for single parents. In this episode, I share 10 realistic tips to help you navigate the holiday season with less stress and more connection. I cover why this time of year can feel harder, how […]
[Episode 12] Screens: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything, with Ash Brandin
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link About the episode Stressed about screen time? (Who isn’t?!) What you’re about to hear might surprise you…and make this topic feel a lot less scary. In this episode, I’m joined by Ash Brandin, EdS, aka TheGamerEducator and author of the bestselling book, “Power On: Managing Screen Time to Benefit the Whole Family,” for […]
[Episode 11] Being Playful When You’re Running on Fumes, with Mia Wisinski
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link About the episode If the idea of “being playful” with your kid makes you want to crawl into a cave, this episode is for you. Today, I’m talking with Mia Wisinski from Playful Heart Parenting, who has a seemingly endless bucket of low-effort, high-connection ideas for sneaking silliness into the cracks of real-life parenting… […]
[Episode 10] Is Gratitude Overrated?
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link About the episode Have you had “start gratitude practice” on your to-do list for years, or get eye rolls every time you try it with your kid? You’re not alone, my friend! In this solo episode, I dig into why gratitude can be powerful, why it sometimes backfires, and what to do […]
[Episode 9] Power Struggles with Neurodivergent Kids: Beyond the Battles, with Dr. Danika Maddocks
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link About the episode Why does your kid push back so hard, even over simple stuff? And how can you break free of these battles so life doesn’t feel like a trek through molasses? Power struggles may be the bane of your existence, but they’re also a glimpse into your kid’s brain. […]
[Episode 8] Aggression Reframed: 3 Things Every Parent Needs to Know, with Tosha Schore
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link About the episode Aggression can be one of the hardest things to face as a parent, especially when you’re the only adult around. Tune in for my conversation with Tosha Schore to learn the three things every parent needs to understand about aggression in kids, and why shifting your perspective can […]
[Episode 7] Why Kids “Lose It”: What’s Beneath the Big Behaviors
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link About the episode Tantrums, and meltdowns, and rages…oh my! Big behaviors mean big stress for the whole family. If you’re tired of walking on eggshells, wondering when and why your kid is going to “lose it,” this episode is for you. Dr. Gila breaks down what’s really happening beneath the surface when kids have big […]
[Episode 6] 2 Reasons You Can’t “Calm” Your Way Out of the Hard Stuff
Podcast Spotify Youtube Link About the episode You’ve done the deep breathing and tried every self-regulation trick in the book…So why does single-parenting still feel so freaking hard?! In this episode, Dr. Gila shares two often overlooked pieces of the puzzle, and why a parent’s self-regulation, while essential, isn’t the whole answer (especially when single-parenting […]