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The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes

Grab yourself a cup of tea and let’s have a chat on my giant beanbag about all things motherhood, mental health, living in these trying times, raising children intentionally and ultimately finding joy in your parenting and life. Glad to have you here.

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00:23:57

The secret to being happy as a mom you have to...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/11/14

I have spoken to so many clients who are struggling with this exact idea: who am I now that I have a baby or now that I am a parent? How does my old life and identity fit into this new, foreign and oftentimes very difficult world of parenting? In this video I explore this idea behind letting go of your identity and truly embracing the new and improved you as well as my tips for what has helped me be a happier mom at the end of the day. Interested in coaching with me?Be the first to receive my latest

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00:24:16

The MOST effective way to be more present with your...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/11/13

I think we all want to be more present with our kids and integral witnesses to their childhoods but there are things stealing our attention away from our families all day long. In this video, I detail ways that I am working really hard to win back my own attention in today's chaotic technology driven world so I be more present to my own life and a calmer parent. Interested in coaching with me?Be the first to receive my latest free downloadable right here:

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00:35:40

Strategize & Organize your Home Life like a CEO! BEST...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/10/24

If you want to get the most out of your day so you can really thrive, you need to run your home as efficiently as possible. I like to think of myself as the CEO of my home (and I've had over 10 years and 3 kids later to practice this) and thinking of our lives as a business really helps me to tackle the four pillars of health that I talk about in this video (sleep, food, movement and rest) in order to lead a happy and healthy life for myself and my family! So join me in how I strategize and my

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00:24:31

Why CHORES are CRUCIAL to raising healthy, happy kids...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/10/17

Today we're exploring WHY having a culture in your home where EVERYONE, even the smallest family member, does chores in not even really about the chores but what it gives the individual doing them. We talk about how to set up chores in your home that are easy for your kids to do and will stand them in good stead throughout their lives and the surprising thing I didn't expect that came from giving my kids regular responsibility around the house. Interested in coaching with me?Be the first to

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00:30:02

The BEST TIPS to making your children into LIFE LONG...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/10/10

Today I'm taking you on the exact journey that we have used to turn our kids into readers. We have made mistakes a long the way so I hope that if you use these tips and implement these ideas, you won't make the same mistakes we did! I discuss why reading in general is so important and how by introducing the mechanics of reading you give your kids a headstart in reading at school and inevitably in life! I highly recommend this book to help you teach your child to read:Teach Your Child to Read

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00:32:27

Our relationship with KIDS' SPORTS - SPOILER - it's a...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/10/03

So you're kids are getting older and wanting to do all the the things after school or maybe you want them to do all the the things after school.. How do you find the right balance of letting them explore and try new things and also preserving family time, balance at home, saving money because kids' sports are PRICEY! and what if one of your kids shows a real talent or desire to pursue a specific thing? What do you do? In this video I'm going to be going through our journey thus far with

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00:25:38

You have it ALL: kids, husband, home &you STILL don't...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/09/26

You may find yourself in a situation where you have everything you ever could have dreamed of - the home, the husband, the beautiful kids but you STILL don't feel satisfied! Something inside you is gnawing at you to say it's not right. Maybe you lack energy and motivation to do anything beyond the bare necessities. There could be many reasons for this but often it's because you haven't found your unique purpose or reason for being here, yet. This video explores this concept that

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00:24:24

When facing a tough decision, this is the best method...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/07/02

If you find yourself struggling to make a pivot or a decision in your life or you just want to counteract the brain rot you can feel descending upon you, then this video is for you. I discuss some of the bigger thoughts and decisions running through my mind currently and the power of coaching to be able to move yourself through the ick faster! Books mentioened:The Ruthlees Elimination of Hurry John Mark Comerhttps://a.co/d/eL41zVnThe Gift of Failure Jessica Laheyhttps://a.co/d/gs0zuloThe Joy of

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00:23:20

When you feel OVERSTIMULATED as a busy mom... what do...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/06/18

#motherhood #overstimulated #overwhelmedmom I am assuming if you are mom in any capacity (but maybe especially to young children and teenagers?) that you have felt overwhelmed and overstimulated, tapped out if you will as some point of another since welcoming your children into the world and your home. Just me? OK well then I guess this video is for me and for anyone who has felt out of control whilst parenting their kids. All jokes aside, I discuss how this topic of feeling overstimulated as mom

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00:39:16

Let's chat: over scheduling my kids? end of the...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/05/28

*Sorry everyone the video of this file was too large for Spotify so if you would like the video experience, head over to YouTube, otherwise you can listen to the audio here!*Here's the video version: https://youtu.be/P-QnoWP6Uy8The month of May has been utter madness and I wanted to bring you all up to date as to what has been going on. I unpack how this past month has been for us as a family and the struggles with family comittments, trips, extra curricula's, the chaos at the end of the end

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00:07:37

Too Late to Change as a Mom? Watch This Before You...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/04/29

Is it too late to be the mom you really want to be?If you’ve ever asked yourself that question—especially after a tough season, years of survival mode, or parenting habits you want to change—this video is for you.As a mom who started later in life, I’ve wrestled with the feeling of “I should’ve figured this out by now.” But I’ve also discovered something powerful: change is always possible. Repair is always possible. And it’s never too late to rewrite your motherhood story.🎯 What you’ll hear in

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00:24:03

The absolute BEST advice & tips when you are SOLO...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/04/25

Previous video podcasts we think you'll love!Immigrating with kids from South Africa to the USA: https://youtu.be/EITSNYuC1tkAdding more kids to your family: what no one tells you: https://youtu.be/2mqH-z9TrdQLet’s talk about what no one tells you about solo parenting while your partner travels.In this video, we’re both sharing our side of the story—what it’s like to be the one at home handling everything, and what it’s like to be the one traveling, coming home to chaos, guilt, and emotional

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00:13:27

10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Mom (From a...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/04/22

Motherhood in your 30s or 40s hits different. In this video, I’m sharing the lessons I’ve learned as a mom after 35—and what I wish I could go back and tell my younger self. If you’re navigating motherhood later in life, this is for you.🧡 Want support? Book a free call → julie@fernandes.ai🎁 Get my free Calm Mornings guide → https://julie-fernandes.kit.com/d3f0e65152#momafter35 #oldermomwisdom #motherhoodlessons #parentingtruths #gentleparenting #mindfulmotherhood #parentingcoach

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00:34:58

Your Kids Aren’t Addicted to Screens—You Are 😳 The...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/04/16

#screentime #screentimeforkids #motherhood We say our kids are addicted to screens—but what if *we're* the ones who need it more?In this raw, honest conversation, we explore the truth behind screen time in modern families. As parents of 3, we’ve noticed that screen time isn't just about entertaining our kids—it's about giving *us* a break. And once we got used to that silence, that compliance, it became hard to let go.🎯 In this episode:- Our screen time history: when we started, what we allow, and

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00:22:21

"We Thought We Were Doing the Right Thing—Then We...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/04/14

You made the big decision to move your family to a new country. You were hopeful, brave, excited.But now… it’s getting really hard.In this video, we're speaking from the heart about what it *really* feels like to immigrate with children—and what to do when the homesickness, overwhelm, and emotional toll start to creep in.You are not alone if you’re feeling:🥺 Exhausted from trying to make everything work💔 Grieving your old life, your support systems, your culture😞 Wondering if you made the

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00:08:36

Late to Motherhood? You’re Right on Time: Why Being a...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/04/11

#momsover35 #motherhoodtips #parentingtips 💛 Starting motherhood in your 30s, 40s, or beyond? You’re not behind—you’re right on time.In this video, I’m sharing why being an “older mom” is NOT a drawback—it’s actually your superpower. After becoming a mom later in life myself, I’ve seen firsthand the emotional maturity, perspective, and strength we bring to the parenting journey.✔️ Why your life experience makes you a calmer, wiser parent ✔️ The hidden strengths of starting motherhood later ✔️ How

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00:25:10

The Truth About Adding Baby #2 (or #3) — What We Wish...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/04/09

✨Thinking about adding baby #2 (or #3)? Or maybe you’re in the thick of it already and wondering: *Is this normal?!* We’ve been there.As parents of 3, we’re sharing the very real, unfiltered truth about what it’s like going from 1 to 2 kids—and beyond. The chaos, the surprises, the beautiful moments, and the hard stuff no one warns you about.👶 What changes with your second baby 🥱 How to handle the sleep, guilt, and sibling dynamics 💛 What actually got *easier* (yes, some things do!) 💡 Tips we

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00:21:07

Time-Outs Didn’t Work for Us—Here’s What Does (With...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/04/07

#motherhoodtips #toddlerlife #parenting 🚫 TIME-OUTS? NOT IN THIS HOUSE.After raising 3 kids, I’ve learned that traditional time-outs often do more harm than good. More tears, more guilt, more disconnection.In this video, I’ll share:✨ Why I stopped using time-outs altogether (why I never used them either)✨ The surprising truth about how time-outs affect toddlers✨ The calm, connection-based technique I use instead (and it *actually* works)This approach has led to fewer meltdowns, more cooperation,

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00:12:51

The #1 Trait I Want My Kids to Have (And How I’m...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/04/04

🎥 The #1 Trait I Want My Kids to Have (And How I’m Teaching It)Want to raise resilient, confident, and kind kids? In this video, I’m sharing why *resilience* is the most important skill I’m teaching my children—and how you can help your kids build it every single day, without lectures or pressure.👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 I’m Julie, a parenting coach and mom of 3. I help parents feel more calm, confident, and connected—so they can raise good humans *and* feel good doing it.✨ FREE GUIDE → Get the *Calm Mornings,

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00:29:50

The challenges of raising kids abroad as foreigners,...

The Confident Parenting Podcast with Dr. Julie Fernandes ·

2025/04/02

#motherhoodtips #healthymarriage #raisingkids Today we're doing a little deep dive back story into our humble beginnings and how this has shaped how we parent our 3 kids as South Africans living in the States. In honor of our 15 year wedding anniversary we thought we would go down memory lane and reflect on the challenges of moving countries, leaving all your creature comforts and familiarity behind and how we have had to rebuild and make community away from our country of origin. Interested in

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