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Chalkboard to Kitchen Table

Trish and Eileen

Chalkboard to Kitchen Table"s mission is to bridge the gap between the classroom and the home, offering parents the tools they need to nurture their children’s academic and emotional growth. Through honest conversations and relatable experiences, we support and inspire parents in their journey of raising resilient, well-rounded, and confident children.

kids & family parenting

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Episode 67: Small Hands, Big Impact! Teaching Kids...

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2025/11/03

Send us a text Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! In this episode, we explore how teaching kids the power of kindness and service shapes who they become. Acts of kindness - whether big or small; not only brighten someone else’s day but also strengthen a child’s sense of empathy, confidence, and resilience. We’ll talk about how serving others helps kids see beyond themselves, builds gratitude, and gives them real-world problem-solving skills. From simple family tradi...

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Episode 66: Parent - Teacher Conferences: What...

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2025/10/27

Send us a text Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! In this episode, we reframe parent-teacher conferences as more than just a quick check-in about grades. These meetings are a powerful opportunity to build a real connection with your child’s teacher and become partners working toward the same goal: your child’s success and well-being. We’ll share how to approach conferences with the mindset of collaboration, what kinds of questions open the door to meaningful convers...

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Episode 65: Resilence Over Rescue - Why Struggle...

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2025/10/20

Send us a text Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen!In this episode, we unpack one of the biggest challenges parents face: stepping back instead of stepping in. As moms and teachers, we know how tempting it can be to clear every obstacle from our child’s path but true growth happens when kids learn to navigate bumps in the road themselves. We’ll explore how preparing the child for the road, rather than clearing the road for the child, builds grit, confidence, and probl...

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Episode 64: Creating Agency in Kids

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2025/10/13

Send us a text Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! In this episode, we explore what it really means for kids to develop agency - the ability to take ownership of their choices, actions, and learning. As moms and teachers, we have seen firsthand that when children are given the tools to make decisions, reflect on outcomes, and learn from mistakes, they grow into resilient, confident problem-solvers. You’ll hear why fostering agency isn’t about giving kids free r...

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Episode 63: Gentle, Firm, or Both? Finding the New...

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2025/10/06

Send us a text Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! In this episode, we sit down to talk about the tricky balance between being gentle and being firm as a parent. Is it possible to be both? (Spoiler alert: yes, and it might be the key to raising confident, respectful kids!) We share real-life stories and practical tools that help parents move away from the old “either/or” mindset. You'll hear us talk about how being too lenient can lead to chaos and how being too stri...

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Episode 62: Stop Arguing with Reality -The Power of...

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2025/09/29

Send us a text Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! Ever find yourself thinking, “This shouldn’t be happening” or “My child should know better by now”? Yep, us too. But as Mel Robbins says "arguing with reality never works." In this episode of Chalkboard to Kitchen Table, we’re talking about the power of acceptance in parenting. As moms and teachers, we’ve learned that the moment we stop fighting what is and start meeting our kids where they are that is where re...

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Episode 61: Bullied, Bully or Bystander! Helping Kids...

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2025/09/22

Send us a text Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! As moms and teachers, we've had tough but important conversations with kids about friendship drama, bullying, and even when they might be the ones causing harm - online or in person. In this episode of Chalkboard to Kitchen Table, we’re getting real about how to help your child navigate conflict, stand up for themselves, make things right if they’ve hurt someone, and stay safe online. We’re not here to judge bu...

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Episode 60: 5 Simple Habits that Set the Stage for...

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2025/09/15

Send us a text Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! As moms and teachers, we’ve seen firsthand how simple daily routines can set kids up for success - both at home and in the classroom. In our latest episode of Chalkboard to Kitchen Table, we’re sharing easy, doable habits to help your child focus, thrive, and feel confident at school like starting the day with a calm morning, building in brain breaks, and creating a consistent after-school routine. These aren’t...

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Episode 59: The Parenting Map - Parenting with Presence!

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2025/09/08

Send us a text Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! In this episode of Chalkboard to Kitchen Table, we discuss the book, The Parenting Map by Dr. Shefali Tsabary. A book that gave us a fresh lens on what it really means to raise kids today. Some of the ideas made us pause, some hit close to home, and all of them made us think differently about how we show up as parents and teachers. The Parenting Map taught us about conscious parenting, letting go of contr...

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Episode 58 - Make Your Bed: Lessons That Shape Kids...

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2025/09/01

Send us a text In this episode, we are big believers in the power of small habits and we unpack the deeper meaning behind the simple act of making your bed. Sure, it’s just a daily chore… but what if it’s also teaching our kids responsibility, pride, and the power of starting the day with purpose? We’ll share stories from our homes and classrooms about how these small routines help build confidence, structure, and resilience to build skills that go far beyond the bedroom. This is a feel-good,...

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Episode 57 - Is AI Outsourcing Our Kids’ Thinking?

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2025/08/25

Send us a text Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! In this episode, we are navigating the digital age right alongside you, diving into a question that’s on a lot of parents’ minds: Is AI doing too much of our kids' thinking for them? From homework helpers and chatbots to autocorrect and voice assistants, today’s kids have tools we never dreamed of growing up. But are these tools helping them learn… or just making it easier to skip the thinking part?...

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Episode 56 - Say What You Mean and Mean What You Say...

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2025/08/18

Send us a text As moms and teachers, we’ve learned that one of the most powerful tools we have is our word! In this episode, we’re talking about what it looks like to follow through, how to set boundaries with love, and why our words (and tone!) matter more than we sometimes realize. We’ll share a few “oops” moments from our own parenting and classroom experiences, along with tips that help kids feel safe, understood, and respected. This isn’t about being perfect but it’s about being i...

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Episode 55 - Back to the Grind, Without the Whine!...

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2025/08/11

Send us a text Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! We know that the back-to-school transition can feel like a bumpy ride for kids and parents! In this episode, join us as we share personal stories and practical tips for gently easing your family back into school routines without the stress. From resetting bedtime habits to creating smooth morning routines and to making the first day special, we’ve got you covered. We’ll talk about what’s worked for our own kids...

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Episode 54 - Burned Out, Not Broken! The Truth about...

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2025/08/04

Send us a text Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! In this episode, we as moms, teachers, and women who’ve hit the wall more than once and get real about mom burnout. We’re pulling back the curtain on what burnout actually looks like (hint: it’s not just being tired) and how it shows up in our homes and our inner voice. From the mental load to the emotional overload, we’ve been there and we know so many other moms have too. But we’re not stopping at naming it. We’re ...

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Episode 53 - Why Summer is the Perfect Time to Hand...

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2025/07/28

Send us a text Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! In this episode, we talk about why those everyday summer chores are doing more for your kids than just keeping the house clean. We break down how simple tasks like sorting laundry, setting the table, and making their own lunch actually help build executive functioning skills; like planning, time management, focus, and responsibility. These are the same skills that help them thrive in the classroom! Summer offer...

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Episode 52 - When You....Then You! Your Summer Secret...

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2025/07/21

Send us a text Welcome to the table with Trish and Eileen! Tantrums before breakfast? Endless “just five more minutes”? If your summer’s starting to feel more like survival than sunshine, this episode is for you. On this episode we are sharing our favorite low-stress, high-impact parenting phrase: ✨ “When you… then you…” ✨ It might sound simple, but this little line is a total lifesaver —and it’s backed by brain science. Rooted in Premack’s Principle,, this tool helps kids earn their fu...

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Episode 51 - What the Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The...

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2025/07/14

Send us a text Welcome to the table with Trish and Eileen! What can a boy, a cake-loving mole, a quiet fox, and a gentle horse teach us about parenting? Turns out—a lot. In this episode we dive into Charlie Mackesy’s beautiful book The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse and pull out the kind of life lessons that stick with you! We’re talking about: Asking for help (and why it’s actually a superpower)What it means to be brave on the hard daysWhy kindness isn’t soft—it’s strongAnd how sometim...

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Episode 50 - Live More, Love More: Summer Edition

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2025/07/07

Send us a text Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen. In this special summer edition of Chalkboard to Kitchen Table, we invite you to slow down, soak up the sunshine, and truly be where your feet are. Whether you’re juggling summer camps, chasing ice cream trucks, or just trying to enjoy one meal without someone yelling "I'm bored!"—this episode is your reminder to live more and love harder this season. We’ll share simple, heart-centered ideas to help you st...

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Episode 49: Roller Coaster Emotions – Helping Kids...

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2025/06/30

Send us a text Welcome to the table with Trish and Eileen! Summer may bring sunshine and freedom, but for many kids, the lack of structure can lead to a whirlwind of big feelings. In this episode, we talk about the emotional ups and downs that often come with summer break. From mid-day meltdowns to the “I’m bored” blues, we share simple, practical tips for helping kids feel more grounded, supported, and emotionally safe during those unstructured weeks. We also talk about why routines still ma...

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Episode 48 - Let Them & Let Me: The Parenting Reframe...

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2025/06/23

Send us a text Welcome to the table with Trish and Eileen! Parents—ever feel like you're constantly stepping in, fixing things, or worrying about every little decision your kid makes? We’ve been there. In this episode of Chalkboard to Kitchen Table, we’re talking about a simple but powerful idea from Mel Robbins’ book Let Them—and how it completely shifted the way we parent. In this episode, we’re sharing how “let them” isn’t about giving up—it’s about letting go of control so your kids...

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