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Become A Calm Mama

Darlynn Childress

Become a Calm Mama is a parenting podcast where you learn practical parenting tools and strategies so you can stop yelling, feel more calm, and show up as the mom you want to be. Darlynn is the top parenting coach for moms who want to know exactly how to handle misbehavior and create a peaceful home. Darlynn is known for her practical strategies and a down to earth understanding of what it’s really like to be a mom raising kids in the 21st century. Over the past 15 years, Darlynn has dedicated

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41:54

What It's Like To Be A Teenager Today

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/09/15

Today’s teenager is a complicated being.That’s why I’m so excited to have Jennifer Delliquadri with me on the podcast for the next 2 episodes! Jennifer is a life coach for teenagers and their parents. With over 14 years working as a classroom teacher, Jennifer is an expert at connecting with teens.Over the next 2 weeks, Jenn and I are talking about all things teenagers and all things parenting teenagers. We’re speaking from our experiences as coaches, and we are also both moms of teens, too.Today,

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22:26

Adolescence & Identity

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/09/08

Today I’m talking about the evolution of self concept and identity, and specifically, how that develops throughout adolescence.The onset of puberty and adolescence (usually around the age of 12), is when we really start to see our kids starting to figure out who they are and what they think and feel about themselves. They begin the process of creating a self concept.In this episode, we’ll go on a little tour of the different stages of self concept and how you can best support your teen through

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26:11

Guiding Your Kid’s Self Concept

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/09/01

What is self concept? How is it different from self esteem? Is it your responsibility as a parent to help shape your child’s self concept?In this episode, I’m talking all about self concept - what it is, why it matters and how it forms.What Is Self Concept?Self concept is a collection of thoughts you think about yourself. It’s different from self-esteem because esteem is more how you feel about yourself.How Does Self Concept Form?Children inherit their self-concept from parents, grandparents,

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33:51

Make Mornings Easier

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/08/25

With the start of a new school year, your morning routine may be a little rusty. You and your kids may kind of forget how mornings work, or you expect it to go really smoothly and it doesn't, or maybe you’ve never really had a consistent morning routine at all.If you’re struggling to get your kid out the door on time without a lot of stress and conflict, this is the episode for you! I’m giving you really practical tools and strategies to help create more calm in your mornings.I’ll walk you through a

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21:27

Back To School Shit Show

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/08/18

The transition back to school from summer break is definitely a transition. There are special challenges that come up, and I want you to be prepared for the shenanigans that might happen with your kids in the coming weeks.In this episode, I’m talking about 5 things you need to know as school starts and how to create the right mindset going into the next couple of weeks so that you can be compassionate with your kids (and so you don't lose your mind).I share these not because I want you to be filled

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25:44

Emotional Coaching Your Kid

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/08/11

I bet you’ve been here…Your kid comes to you with a situation – there’s something happening they don’t like, maybe they’re having an issue with their teacher or a friend at school – and you respond with something like, “it’s not that big of a deal,” “you’re overreacting,” or “don’t worry about it, it’s gonna be fine.”You may have the best of intentions and even say these things in a really sweet way in an attempt to soothe your child or give them a new perspective.But instead your kid may end up

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31:29

Dealing With Complaining

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/08/04

There are times when your kids are going through something hard or they have something on their mind, and the way they process it is by talking to you - aka complaining.They get stuck in their big feelings. They’re afraid that the discomfort they’re experiencing is going to last forever. So they take all those thoughts and feelings and dump them on you.It’s like the big-kid version of a temper tantrum and it can go on and on…and on.When it comes down to it, your child is just looking for support in

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25:33

My Kid Saw Someone Get Hit by a Bus

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/07/29

In this episode you'll learnHow to care for your own emotional needs while being there for your kidThe tendencies parents have when their kids are sufferingThe healthy way to support your kids through hard thingsI’m sharing a story about something that happened with my son just this past week.It’s still pretty fresh, but it was just so powerful and also a huge learning experience for me so I’m telling you about it now.Last Friday night, my 16-year-old son was riding the public bus home from the mall

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30:50

Why Do I Still Get So Mad? The 3 Stages of Becoming Calm

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/07/21

One thing moms struggle with is feeling bad about their progress in becoming calm and showing up calm with their kids. Whenever they have an mad mom episode and act in a way they don’t think they should, a lot of criticism, guilt, and doubt pours in.They think they should know this already. They think they should be getting there faster.What they don’t understand is that becoming calm is a PROCESS. It’s a PRACTICE. It’s something you work on over time. Some days it’s easy, and some days it isn’t

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27:18

How To Stop Criticizing Your Child

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/07/14

Ever find yourself criticizing your kid…and then feel really terrible about it? You’re not alone. Parenting is hard and there’s plenty to complain about. In this episode you’ll learn how to tell the difference between complaints and criticism and how (and why) to stop criticizing your child.Let’s face it. Kids are really annoying. They don’t really think before they act. They don’t use a lot of logic to make decisions. They are reactive, emotional, and dramatic. They don’t manage their emotions

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26:37

When You Lose Your Temper

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/07/07

When you lose your temper with your kid, it doesn’t feel great. But it IS totally normal.Perfection is not possible, in parenting especially. All parents lose their temper and speak or act harshly towards their kids from time to time.In this episode, I’m sharing what’s really going on when you lose your temper and what to do after the dust settles.Losing Your TemperFirst, let’s get clear on one thing.No one can make you angry. Not even your kid.Anger is an emotion that comes from your thoughts about

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23:21

3 Things Kids Want From Their Parents

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/06/30

What do your kids want from you?We put a whole lot of pressure on ourselves as parents sometimes, when the things our kids really need from us are actually pretty simple.Kids love to look at their parents and see DELIGHT in our eyes.They want to feel they are the most important thing ever.And I know you want to give that to them. But it’s easier said than done, right?Sometimes it’s hard to feel those warm, fuzzy feelings toward your child.When you don’t like your kid’s behavior and you are feeling

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19:46

Avoid Summer Burnout

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/06/23

Let’s face it. Summer is great. And it’s a lot.A lot of time with kids. Traveling. Extra meal prep. Day trips with snack bags. Feeling like there’s not enough time to get work done. Long days. Late nights. Sibling fights. Loneliness.You’re going to need a plan to enjoy the season - and avoid burnout.SUMMER BURNOUTSummer Burnout is a real thing. So many decisions to make. So many mental demands. So much emotional labor.When you don’t have time to re-charge, you are going to be more reactive and less

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22:46

Why Your Kid Doesn’t Listen

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/06/16

Tired of repeating yourself over and over…and over? Can’t figure out why your child doesn’t listen? This is the episode for you!I’m talking about why it's not effective to repeat yourself, why you do it anyway and how you’re using it as a way to rescue your kids (and yourself) from negative consequences.Because repeating yourself and reminding your kids over and over again isn’t just infuriating - it actually prevents them from developing responsibility.Your kids don’t listen to you when you tell

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29:22

Stress Free Summer Mindset

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/06/09

To have a stress-free summer (or at least something close to it), you’ve got to create the right mindset. And that’s exactly what I’m teaching you to do in this episode of the Become A Calm Mama podcast.Zero stress obviously isn’t possible because in life there are so many little stressors happening all the time.I’m walking you through how to reset stressful moments when they pop up so you can get back to creating the summer experiences that you really want to have.It’s so easy to get sucked down

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56:44

How To Raise An Adult: An Interview With My Son On...

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/06/02

It’s easy to look at a sweet little baby and completely forget that that they’re going to grow up one day. That you are actually figuring out how to raise an adult.Stages of parentingWhen your kid is really little, there are so many things you can’t imagine them doing. Like walking, sleeping through the night, feeding themselves, being out of diapers, starting kindergarten.Then when they are in elementary school you can’t imagine them being a teenager, driving, having a first kiss, graduating from

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29:08

Why Siblings Fight & What To Do About It

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/05/26

Ever wonder why siblings fight (like all the time)?And more importantly, what to do about it?Sibling fighting can be arguing, physically fighting, saying mean things to each other, shouting or bickering - any of that.We’re getting into it in this episode, and you might be surprised to learn that a lot of the “problem” isn’t even about the fight.It’s about how your kids’ fighting makes you feel and what you make it mean.Why Siblings FightWhile it may be unpleasant and stressful for you as a parent,

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25:37

10 Things to Make Parenting Easier

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/05/19

10 years ago this May, I taught my first parenting class. TEN YEARS AGO!In this episode I’m sharing reflections and 10 observations to make parenting easier.Celebrating 10 YearsOver the last decade, I’ve privately coached over 200 moms, taught over 500 hours of group classes to more than 1000 parents. I’ve written 4 parenting handbooks, at least 700 emails, thousands of social media posts and gave away over 20 different free parenting toolkits.It’s been SO much fun!I've learned A LOT about

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25:07

When Kids Are Bored

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/05/12

Hearing kids say "Mom, I'm bored" might be the most annoying phrase of all time. In this episode of the Become a Calm Mama podcast, I’m sharing what to do (and what not to do) when kids are bored.What do you usually say after your kid says “I’m bored”?I’m guessing you offer a bunch of suggestions and say "Why don't you do [blank]?"Of course, your kid rejects them...and the cycle of them complaining, you problem solving and them not liking your ideas continues until you get mad and cut them off or

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22:51

How to Enjoy Mother's Day

Become A Calm Mama ·

2022/05/05

Mother’s Day is coming. And if you've had a few Mother's Days that end with you getting into bed feeling totally wiped out and resentful, this podcast episode is for you. I’m talking all about how to enjoy Mother’s Day.Mother's Day has a way of ending up the OPPOSITE of ideal for most moms.A lot of times moms spend Mother's Day cleaning up the kitchen after a messy breakfast in bed, followed by a lunch that's focused on their mother or mother-in-law, and then capped off by a rushed take-out dinner

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