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Climbing Fish Parenting

Dr. Kristi Clarke

Your kid isn"t broken. Your parenting isn"t broken. Sometimes, we"re just asking our fish to climb trees. If you"re an exhausted parent who"s tried everything and nothing has worked—this podcast is for you. You"re carrying guilt about your parenting. Your child"s behaviors don"t respond to the typical strategies. The advice from books, friends, and even professionals just... doesn"t fit. Here"s what I need you to know: You"re not failing. You"re just using the wrong map. I"m Dr. Kristi, a

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All Episodes

15:36

The Power of Validation: Why Your Kid Desperately...

Climbing Fish Parenting ·

2025/12/29

"Great, another therapy word that sounds nice but doesn't actually help when my kid is having a full meltdown in Target." I get it. But here's the thing: validation is one of the most powerful tools you have for reducing meltdowns, building confidence, and teaching your child to trust themselves. And it's way simpler than you think. In this episode, you'll discover: - What validation actually is (hint: it's not agreeing or giving permission) - Why kids who grow up without validation become adults

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25:58

Grief and the Holidays: How to Help Your Child (And...

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2025/12/21

Your child just asked when Grandma's coming back—for the fifth time this week. Or they're melting down over nothing. Or they seem completely fine while you're barely holding it together. And you're thinking: Am I doing this wrong? Should I hide my tears? Will talking about it make it worse? Here's the truth: Grief during the holidays is complicated—for you AND your kids. And most of us are trying to protect our children from pain in ways that actually make it harder for them to heal. In this

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18:24

Why Behavior Gets Worse Before It Gets Better (And...

Climbing Fish Parenting ·

2025/12/15

You finally implemented a behavior plan. Day one went great. Day two was even better. And then day three hit—and your child didn't just whine, they SCREAMED. They escalated harder than ever before. And you're standing there thinking: "What did I do wrong? This was working!" Here's the truth: You didn't do anything wrong. What you're seeing is proof that your strategy is working. In this episode, you'll discover: - What an extinction burst is (and why it means your plan is actually working) - The

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18:10

Backtalk & Defiance: What Your Child Really Means...

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2025/12/08

Your child just said "That's not fair!" or "You can't make me!" and you're standing there thinking: Is this disrespect? Should I shut this down? Or am I about to crush my child's voice? Here's the truth: Most of us don't know. We're navigating a massive cultural shift in parenting without a roadmap—trying to teach our kids something we were never taught ourselves. In this episode, you'll discover: - The question that changes everything: "Is this an attack, or is there a need underneath the bad

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14:49

What's Normal Pushback vs. Actual Disrespect (By Age)

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2025/12/01

Your child just rolled their eyes at you. Or said "no" for the tenth time today. Or told you your rule is "so unfair." And you're standing there wondering: Is this normal? Or am I raising a disrespectful kid? Here's what you need to know: Most pushback isn't disrespect—it's normal development. But some behavior does cross the line, and you need to know the difference. In this episode, you'll discover: - What's developmentally normal at ages 3-5, 6-9, 10-13, and 14+ (and what actually crosses into

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17:30

Why Your Boundaries Matter More Than You Think (And...

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2025/11/24

If you struggle to set boundaries with your child—if you say yes when you want to say no, if you give in to avoid conflict, if you feel guilty every time you hold a limit—this episode is for you. Here's the truth: The boundaries you set (or don't set) are directly teaching your child what boundaries are, how they work, and whether they matter. And that lesson will shape their entire life. In this episode, you'll discover: - What a boundary actually is (hint: it's not a rule you impose on someone

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21:00

How to Handle Thanksgiving Without the Food Fights,...

Climbing Fish Parenting ·

2025/11/20

Thanksgiving is coming. And you're not worried about the turkey—you're worried about what happens at the table. Your child only eats three foods, none of which are on the menu. Grandma's already making comments. And you're wondering: do we skip it altogether, or bring safe foods and deal with the judgment? Here's what you need to know: The food battles at Thanksgiving aren't about pickiness or defiance. They're about nervous systems, sensory processing, and a fundamental misunderstanding of whose

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16:45

Whining Decoded: How to Stop It Without Losing Your Mind

Climbing Fish Parenting ·

2025/11/17

That sound. You know the one. That grating, nails-on-a-chalkboard whine that makes your entire nervous system want to crawl out of your skin. "Moooooom, I want a snaaaack." "This is toooooo haaaaard." Here's what you need to know: Whining doesn't just annoy you—it activates your nervous system in a way that very few other sounds do. And your child has learned that this sound gets results. In this episode, you'll discover: - Why whining triggers such an intense reaction (hint: it's evolutionary) -

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13:38

When Your Teen Can't Handle 'No': Door-Slamming,...

Climbing Fish Parenting ·

2025/11/13

When Your Teen Can't Handle 'No': Door-Slamming, Silent Treatment, and What Actually Works Your teenager just exploded because you said they couldn't go to a party. Or maybe they went silent—giving you the cold shoulder for hours. Or worse, they agreed to your face and then snuck out anyway. If your teen's reaction to disappointment feels like living with a ticking time bomb, you're not imagining it. Here's what most parents don't realize: your teen's brain is actually WORSE at handling frustration

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16:25

Frustration Tolerance: When 'No' Triggers World War III

Climbing Fish Parenting ·

2025/11/10

If saying "no" to your child feels like detonating a bomb in your own home, you're not alone. The screaming, the negotiating, the full-body collapse on the floor—it's exhausting. And you're probably wondering if you've somehow spoiled your child or failed as a parent. Here's the truth: Your child isn't manipulating you. They genuinely don't have the skill of frustration tolerance yet—and if they're wired differently, their nervous system makes this even harder. In this episode, you'll discover: -

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20:42

Co-Regulation: How to Actually Help Your Child Calm Down

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2025/11/03

You've said "calm down" a thousand times. It never works. Your child is drowning in their emotions, and you feel completely helpless because nothing you try makes it better. Here's what's actually happening: Your child isn't choosing to stay dysregulated. They literally cannot calm themselves down in that moment. Their thinking brain is offline, and they need YOU to help them regulate. This is called co-regulation—and it's the most important parenting skill you'll ever learn. In this episode, you'll

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13:42

BONUS EPISODE: Halloween Survival Guide for Kids...

Climbing Fish Parenting ·

2025/10/29

Halloween is supposed to be fun—but if you're dreading tonight instead of looking forward to it, you're not alone. For kids with ADHD, autism, sensory processing challenges, or anxiety, Halloween can be a perfect storm: scratchy costumes, unpredictable social interactions, scary decorations, and complete sensory overload. In this bonus episode, you'll discover: Why Halloween is so overwhelming for neurodivergent kids (hint: it's their nervous system, not bad behavior) How developmental age

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20:34

Clear Expectations: The Parenting Hack for Kids Who...

Climbing Fish Parenting ·

2025/10/27

If your child "never listens" or you're constantly repeating yourself—the problem might not be defiance. It might be that your expectations aren't clear. "Clean your room." "Be good at Grandma's." "Use good manners." These feel like clear instructions, but to your child's brain, they're guessing games. And when kids don't know exactly what success looks like, they fail—over and over again. In this episode, you'll discover: - Why "clean up" and "be good" set everyone up for failure - The three parts

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17:23

First-Time Listening for Parents Who've Tried Everything

Climbing Fish Parenting ·

2025/10/20

Does your child ignore you until you've repeated yourself five times? You're not alone—and it's not about defiance. In this episode, Dr. Kristi breaks down the 7 reasons kids don't follow directions the first time, including: - Why "get ready" and "be good" confuse their brains - The sneaky ways you're accidentally inviting negotiation - How asking instead of telling undermines your authority - Why they get more attention for NOT listening (and how to flip it) - The exact timing for explanations

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02:50

Trailer: Welcome to Climbing Fish Parenting

Climbing Fish Parenting ·

2025/10/15

I'm Dr. Kristi, a psychologist and behavior analyst, and here's what I need you to know: Your kid isn't broken. Your parenting isn't broken. Sometimes, we're just asking our fish to climb trees. If you have a child who's wired differently and just doesn't respond to typical parenting strategies—this show is for you. In every episode, I'm giving you practical, actionable strategies rooted in behavioral science that work WITH your child's unique wiring, not against it. No fluff. No judgment. Just real

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