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Common Sense Parenting with Pam

"Common Sense Parenting with Pam" is a podcast dedicated to helping parents of children ages 2-12 navigate the joys and challenges of parenting with practical, no-nonsense advice.Each week, Pam, a social media influencer, parenting mentor, mom of four, and grandmother of eight, draws from her expertise in common sense parenting to offer bite-sized, actionable tips on managing behaviors, building strong family bonds, and raising resilient, responsible kids.Tune in every Tuesday at 8A for fresh

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How to Stop Yelling and Start Connection workshop...

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/10/18

Send us a text Join us for this virtual workshop. Seats are limited, so grab your spot now! Hit this link for all of the details: https://stan.store/PamPalanza/p/how-to-stop-yelling-and-start-connecting OR go to PamelaPalanza.com and look for the link in the banner at the top of the page. Look forward to seeing you there.

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10:59

You Are Doing Better Than You Think

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/10/08

Send us a text We reassure overwhelmed parents that progress, not perfection, is what matters, and we share simple ways to repair, reset, and grow without the guilt spiral. We offer practical questions, a grounding mantra, and reminders to see yourself through your child’s eyes. • naming social pressure and comparison • presence over perfection as the core goal • guilt reframed as a signal for care • practical repair: apology, breath, do-over • questions that drive growth and learning • mode...

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11:02

Why Kids Don't Listen and How to Fix It

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/09/30

Send us a text We tackle one of the most common parenting frustrations—children who don't listen—by identifying three root causes and providing a simple three-step solution that transforms parent-child communication. This practical approach helps parents break free from the cycle of repetition and yelling while teaching children the important skill of listening effectively. • Children don't listen for three key reasons: they can't (developmental limitations), they won't (testing boundaries),...

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9:17

School's Back: Navigating Teacher Respect and Bullying

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/09/16

Send us a text Back-to-school season brings familiar challenges for parents navigating the complex dynamics between children, teachers, and peers. Drawing from personal experience and professional expertise, I tackle two fundamental issues that shape our children's educational journey and character development. First, we explore the critical importance of teaching children to respect their teachers. This isn't just about classroom management—it's about preparing kids for future relationships...

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12:16

Disrespect to Respect: Transforming How Your Kids...

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/07/15

Send us a text Disrespect from children isn't just about bad manners—it's often about children struggling with big emotions, lacking skills to express themselves, or testing boundaries. When children talk back or roll their eyes, our response determines whether the behavior becomes a pattern or remains a passing moment. • Children often show disrespect due to frustration, feeling powerless, or lacking tools to express themselves • Kids model behavior they've seen from adults, siblings, or me...

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29:32

Afraid to Ask, Ashamed to Fight: Breaking the Silence...

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/06/24

Send us a text www.specialneedspro.net Afraid to Ask, Ashamed to Fight eBook Nancy Perkins, special needs advocate and author, returns to discuss her new ebook "Afraid to Ask, Ashamed to Fight" which provides parents with essential guidance for navigating the special education system. She shares insights from both her professional experience and personal journey as the parent of a son with autism spectrum disorder. • Title "Afraid to Ask, Ashamed to Fight" reflects parents' fear of appearing...

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7:00

You Are NOT a Bad Parent - You're Just Tired!

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/06/10

Send us a text Parenting during times of high expectations and social media perfection can make us feel like failures, but struggling doesn't mean you're failing—it means you're human. Good parents worry about doing it wrong and care about how their actions affect their children, while truly bad parents don't show up, try, or care. • Fatigue is the number one issue reported by women in recent surveys • Yelling, needing alone time, or relying on screen time doesn't make you a bad parent • Low...

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7:42

Three Discipline Mistakes That Sabotage Your...

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/06/03

Send us a text Struggling with discipline? You're not alone. Most parents fall into the same three traps without even realizing it - and today I'm pulling back the curtain on these common pitfalls that sabotage our best parenting efforts. The first mistake might surprise you: talking too much during corrections. When your child is in a reactive state, all those carefully crafted explanations go in one ear and out the other. I'll share a simple formula that cuts through the noise and gets res...

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10:33

Instant Obedience: 10 Secrets to Getting Your Child...

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/04/22

Send us a text "Why won't my child listen the first time?" ranks among the top frustrations parents face daily. The cycle of repeating instructions, raising your voice, and feeling ignored doesn't just drain your energy—it teaches children they don't need to respond until you've reached your breaking point. Drawing from years of experience working with families, I'm sharing ten game-changing secrets that transform how children respond to your voice. These aren't complicated techniques requir...

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12:15

"No" Means Love

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/04/15

Send us a text The power of a simple "no" might be the most underrated tool in your parenting arsenal. Far from being harsh or damaging, saying "no" to your children—when done respectfully—is actually an act of profound love that prepares them for the realities of life beyond your protective embrace. Throughout this illuminating episode, we unpack the crucial role boundaries play in raising resilient, emotionally intelligent children. Life inevitably serves up rejection and limitations, and ...

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10:00

Chart It and Chill: Parenting Made Simpler

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/04/01

Send us a text https://pamelapalanza.com Struggling with morning chaos? Drowning in constant reminders to your children? You're not alone, and there's a solution that doesn't involve raising your voice or losing your patience. Charts, schedules, and routines are the powerful trio that can transform your home from frantic to functional. When children understand what comes next, they gain security and confidence that manifests as cooperation and independence. Think about it: as adults, we rely...

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11:22

From Chaos to Capability: How Children Learn to Care...

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/03/25

Send us a text Ever found yourself picking up your child's belongings scattered throughout the house for the thousandth time? You're not alone. The struggle to teach children responsibility for their own things is universal, but it doesn't have to be a constant battle. This episode dives deep into why children struggle with responsibility and provides practical, actionable strategies to help them develop this crucial life skill. We explore how simple systems—like designated spots for shoes, ...

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9:32

Beyond the Shoulds: Finding Peace in Imperfect Parenting

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/03/18

Send us a text Parenting guilt – that persistent voice whispering you're falling short – affects us all. Today, we're tackling this universal struggle head-on, examining where this guilt originates and why it's actually working against your parenting goals. From the perfectly curated social media feeds making us feel inadequate to the impossible standards we set for ourselves, guilt has many sources. But as we discover throughout this episode, there's a crucial difference between productive ...

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8:59

Behavior Management 101

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/03/11

Send us a text Frustrated by tantrums, backtalk, and power struggles? You're not alone. Drawing from over 40 years of experience working with families, I'm sharing the behavior management secrets that actually work—without the complicated jargon or unrealistic expectations. The magic happens with three core principles that transform challenging behaviors: consistency that builds trust, connection that opens communication, and positive reinforcement that encourages more of what you want to se...

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9:57

How to Handle Backtalk Like a Pro

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/03/04

Send us a text This episode explores effective strategies for managing backtalk and disrespectful behavior in children. Parenting can be a challenge, especially when kids express their frustrations through disrespectful remarks. • Discussing common reasons for backtalk • Strategies to handle backtalk effectively • Importance of modeling respectful behavior If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review that helps other parents find us. Feel free to share this episode w...

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32:47

Special Needs Pro: Advocating for Your Child

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/02/25

Send us a text Special Needs Pro Special education can be a labyrinth for parents, but today’s episode promises to equip you with the tools to navigate it. Join us and our special guest, Nancy Perkins, a seasoned special education advocate and licensed social worker, as she shares her wealth of experience and personal journey. As a mother of a child with autism, Nancy offers unique insights into the emotional and procedural hurdles that come with understanding diagnoses and maneuvering throug...

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15:31

Goodbye Meltdowns, Hello Smooth Transitions

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/02/20

Send us a text Transitions can be challenging for children and stressful for parents, leading often to meltdowns. The episode offers simple strategies to facilitate smoother transitions, aiming to empower parents with effective tools and a positive mindset. • Exploring why transitions are challenging for young children • Importance of giving advanced warnings to kids • Utilizing timers, visual cues, and signals for smoother transitions • Incorporating fun games and interact...

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10:07

Parenting 101

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/02/11

Send us a text PamelaPalanza.com Ever felt like parenting is just one juggling act after another, and the system isn't cutting you any slack? Join me, Pam, as I share my candid thoughts on parenting reels that spotlight this very struggle. Today, we address the feeling many parents have—that the game is rigged when it comes to balancing work, home, and family life. It’s a discussion fueled by my experiences as a working parent, where I acknowledge the staggering demands but also the profound ...

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12:05

Family Mornings: From Chaos to Calm

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/02/04

Send us a text Parenting Vault PamelaPalanza.com Transform your mornings from manic to magnificent with practical strategies designed to make family life smoother. Imagine starting your day with less stress and more smiles. Discover the secret weapons of successful morning routines, from the power of evening preparations to the magic of visual checklists that inspire children to take charge of their own tasks. Learn why a calming bedtime routine is essential for well-rested kids who greet t...

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19:22

Follower Favorites: Parenting Tips that Changed the Game

Common Sense Parenting with Pam ·

2025/01/28

Send us a textParenting VaultPamelaPalanza.comEver wonder how to transform everyday parenting challenges into opportunities for growth and connection? Join me, Pam, as we unpack common sense parenting strategies that truly work. This episode promises to equip you with invaluable insights gathered from a vibrant community of parents. Imagine turning routine car rides into heart-to-heart conversations or using household chores as a tool to foster responsibility early on. We delve into the art o...

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