Connected Parenting
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Connected Parenting
Connected Parenting shares techniques that therapists use to help parents soothe their child as well as enhance the parent-child bond and is based on the understanding that correcting and guiding behavior works best when it is preceded by and linked to empathy. At the heart of this parenting model i...
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How To Talk To Your Kids About The News | CP228
The world feels heavy right now. With so much change, uncertainty, and difficult news, it’s natural for both parents and children to feel stressed, an...
Encouraging Independence With Resistant Kids | CP227
It can be tempting to step in and “just do it” when your child struggles, whether it’s opening a tricky package, making a sandwich that keeps falling...
When Your Child Is Being Bullied | CP226
Watching your child be excluded, targeted, or hurt is devastating. You want to protect them, but you also don’t want to make things worse. Many parent...
Healthy Venting vs. Drama | CP225
Venting can be powerful, it helps us release stress, feel heard, and connect with the people we love. When done well, it’s a healthy way to process em...
Amusement Parks - Q&A | CP224
Today’s conversation comes straight from our Q&A series, where I answer real questions from listeners.
Andrea wrote in to share about an...
Back To School 2025 | CP223
Hello connected parents, and welcome back to another episode of Connected Parenting. In today’s conversation, we’re tackling the back-to-school transi...
[REPLAY] How To Make Family Events Go Better | CP222
Special occasions, whether they’re weddings, birthdays, holiday gatherings, or family reunions can be joyful, memorable, and deeply meaningful. But fo...
[REPLAY] Growing Up Gladiator: A Candid Conversation With My Daughter Olivia | CP221
In this very special episode of Connected Parenting, I sit down with my youngest daughter, Olivia my true “gladiator child.” Fierce, sensitive, musica...
[REPLAY] Texting Your Teen | CP220
In this episode of Connected Parenting, we flip the script on a common parenting concern; texting.
While we often hear about the downside...
[REPLAY] Raise a Leader; Not a Follower | CP219
Every parent wants their child to feel confident, connected, and well-liked but social health isn’t just about having friends. It’s a protective facto...
[REPLAY] Q&A Sibling Resentment | CP218
In this week's episode replay, I’ll walk you through how to understand what’s really going on underneath that sibling resentment, how to use empathy a...
[REPLAY] Why Summer Camp Matters | CP217
Today we’re revisiting the world of summer camp and looking at why it’s more than just fun in the sun and how it can be a life-changing experience for...
Tweens, Teens and Scary Movies | CP216
In this week’s episode of the Connected Parenting podcast, we’re diving into a topic that might be raising eyebrows (and blood pressure) in your home:...
Teens & Sleep | CP215
Why are teens up at midnight and sleeping until noon?
Why is it so hard to get them to bed at a decent hour or up in time for school or...
Red Light Green Light Technique | CP214
In this episode of Connected Parenting, we dive into a powerful visual and verbal tool that helps kids regulate their behavior and emotions called the...
[REPLAY] Summertime Connection | CP213
As the busy school year winds down, summer opens the door to something we often miss, space to slow down, breathe, and truly reconnect with our kids.<...
ADHD Waiting Mode | CP212
You may have a child who freezes up for hours before a dentist appointment or refuses to start anything all day because they're waiting for a playdate...
Handling Meltdowns & Teen Pushback: Your Parenting Q&A | CP211
In this episode of the Connected Parenting Podcast, we're diving into two real-life listener questions as part of our Q&A series.
First,...
Building Independence | CP210
The balance between guidance and freedom helps children develop emotional strength, problem-solving skills, and a deeper sense of self.
...
Nothing to Wear: A Connected Approach to Clothing Battles | CP209
In this week’s episode of Connected Parenting, we’re diving into one of the most common and exhausting parenting struggles—clothing battles, especiall...
My Baby Is Growing Up | CP208
Welcome back, connected parents! In this heartfelt episode of Connected Parenting, we’re diving into one of the most emotionally challenging moments m...
Why They Can’t Hurry Up (Time Blindness in Kids and What to Do About It) | CP207
In this episode of Connected Parenting, we’re tackling one of the most frustrating challenges for parents: time blindness. You know the scene; your ch...
Great At School & Horrible At Home | CP206
In today’s episode of the Connected Parenting Podcast, we’re diving into a scenario that leaves so many parents scratching their heads — the child who...
Spring Fever | CP205
Seasonal transitions; particularly spring can deeply affect highly sensitive or as I like to call them "neuro-spicy" kids.
While spring b...
Parenting Kids with Panic Attacks | CP204
Panic attacks—these intense moments can come on suddenly and feel terrifying, whether you’re experiencing one or witnessing your child go through it.<...
Death & Dying: A Conversation With Sonia Cacciacarro | CP203
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Connected Parenting, I sit down with Sonia Cacciacarro —registered psychotherapist and member of the C...
How to Talk To Kids About Their Brain | CP202
Today's question comes from the community: How do you explain what’s happening in your child’s brain during big emotions in a way they can understand...
Failure is the Key to Success | CP201
For some, failure is a motivator, a chance to prove themselves and strive for something even greater. But for others—especially highly sensitive kids,...
20 Seconds Of Courage [REPLAY] | CP200
Every child faces challenges when it comes to stepping outside their comfort zone—whether it's trying a new food, petting an unfamiliar dog, or speaki...
Navigating Mean Humor & Clingy Friendships | CP199
Welcome back, Connected Parents, to another episode of the Connected Parenting Podcast! Today, we're diving into another installment of our Q&A series...
CALM Technique Refresher | CP198
I’ve had many requests from listeners asking for a refresher on the CALM Technique, and while I often direct people to earlier episodes, I think it’s...
How To Break Up With Your Phone | CP197
In this episode, we’re flipping the script. We spend so much time worrying about our kids’ screen time, but what about our own?
The trut...
Arguing With A Teenager In The Age Of Social Media | CP196
Welcome back, connected parents, to another episode of the Connected Parenting podcast!
Today, we're tackling a topic that many parents...
Negative Consequences | CP195
Negative consequences—while the term might sound harsh, the reality is that some kids truly thrive when they know they are surrounded by sturdy, solid...
Date Night | CP194
Parenting can be a beautiful journey, but it often brings challenges that strain relationships. From the demands of daily life to the push-and-pull dy...
It's an Inside Job | CP193
Welcome to the first Connected Parenting episode of 2025!
After spending the holidays with my family, I’m excited to reconnect with all...
100 Holidays | CP192 [RERUN]
The holidays are a magical time, but they can also be overstimulating and stressful for children, particularly for those with strong-willed or highly...
Positive Consequences | CP191
Some parents shy away from using rewards or positive consequences, fearing it might feel like bribery or paying their kids to behave.
Whi...
Anger As The Default Emotion | CP190
In this episode of Connected Parenting, we explore why anger is often the default emotion for neuro-spicy gladiator kids. Whether they’re tired, scare...
Is My Kid Really Sick? | CP189
In this week's episode of Connected Parenting, we are talking about a common parenting challenge: kids faking illnesses to avoid school or other commi...