This Deep Dive series is all about reducing the friction between ourselves and our kids when trying to communicate with them, whether it's yelling less, finding real reasons for constant defiance, or picking our battles.Parenting is a series of everyday battles. But which ones are truly worth fighting? In this episode we discuss the Sisyphean nature of the overuse of the word 'like', to a cleaned-up playroom, to the unending struggle of getting tweens to wear pants—and which of these battles might

Have you ever found yourself mentally tallying up the day?The moments you were present. The moments you were distracted. The things you wish you had done differently. The quality time you wonder if you should have created. And underneath all of it, one quiet question: Am I doing enough as a mom? In this episode, Catherine explores the invisible scorecard so many mothers carry and the pressure to constantly measure how well we’re doing. This is a conversation about connection,

Amanda Taylor is the woman behind From Playgrounds to Psych Wards, where she shares her story of postpartum mental illness, recovery, motherhood, faith, and hope. After the birth of her fourth child in 2013, following a traumatic labor and delivery, Amanda experienced severe postpartum mental health challenges that ultimately became an 18-month journey through postpartum psychosis, hospitalization, and recovery. Today, she uses her story to help other women and families recognize the warning signs,

Do you wish you had more friends, but find yourself hesitating to reach out? You might think you don't have the time or that making friends takes too much effort. You might assume other moms already have plenty of friends, are too busy, or wouldn't be interested. Those thoughts can make it harder to take the first step and get to know someone. This week, I'm replaying an older episode about making new friends where I talk about common thoughts that can get in the way and how to create more

What if raising a good sleeper isn't just about having the right bedtime routine or sleep schedule? What if the way you talk about sleep matters too? In this episode, pediatric sleep and wellness coach Allison Egidi explains how the words we use about sleep can shape how children think about themselves as sleepers and influence their relationship with sleep for years to come. Allison explains why parents need to first make sure their child is actually sleeping well. Once the foundation is in place,

Does your family's mood determine yours?Adam, Chelsea, and Cassie talk about thermometer and thermostat parenting, helping kids navigate their emotions, and how parents can cultivate a home marked by peace, gratitude, and the fruit of the Spirit.Use code FDP and get 30% off of "Storing Up Treasure" by Kyle Bjerga at thegoodbook.com today!Use code FDP to get 30% off all the Do Great Things for God books at thegoodbook.com or get 40% off when you buy the whole series.The Kingdom and the King brings a

Hi Mamas,Anger takes up too much space in a heart that deserves peace.” This week, we’re talking about forgiveness… and before we can talk about forgiveness, we have to talk about one of the biggest things that can get in the way of it: anger. Because here's the thing, mama: sometimes you have every right to be angry. Someone hurt you. Someone disappointed you. A boundary was crossed. Maybe you never received the apology you deserved. And letting go of your anger does NOT mean that what happened

An honest look into 5 things I wish I started doing earlier as a mom. This podcast has changed me so much as a mom, and these five are the things I've come to learn about how I mother and how my kids are wired, and I really wish I'd started them sooner because it would've made all of it so much more successful for us. There's gonna be some stuff in here you hear and go I LOVE that, and other stuff you'd never in a million years do, so take it with a grain of salt. But if you've been feeling l...

Dating again after divorce can bring up a whole mix of emotions. Where do you even start? How do you know when you’re ready? And how do you navigate meeting someone new when your last relationship didn’t work out as you had hoped?In this episode of Single Parent Reset, I’m joined by the founders of Kasalyst, a private members’ club for singles aged 35+ created as an alternative to the world of swiping and dating apps. We talk honestly about their own experiences of dating after divorce, what they’ve

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This week, we are joined by the absolute goddess herself, Lauren Cowell! 💕Lauren opens up about life behind the scenes with Simon, how they navigate discipline and strict manners at home, and the hilarious moment their son Eric realised his dad was famous! 😅 Plus, she shares the wild story of Simon racing through a New York snowstorm to make Eric’s birth, her passional work with screen time safety, and why parenting tech feels like playing whack-a-mole! 📱👶 This episode is proudly

Camille Martens survived fear-based coaching and abuse to become a Canadian champion, Commonwealth Games champion and Olympian in rhythmic gymnastics. But she always knew there was a better way, so she now focuses on helping parents build healthy, loving sport environments.Camille has spent four decades in sport as an athlete, coach and parent. She competed at the World Championships and Olympics, founded the Okanagan Rhythmic Gymnastics Club, and became president of Gymnastics BC, a master coach

He was told he’d never walk… but God had other plans. When Glenn Cunningham was eight, his legs were burned badly in an accident. Doctors suggested amputation, but his parents didn’t allow it. Against all odds, Glenn started walking again, and eventually, running. Years later, Glenn broke the world record mile time, giving all the glory to God. Just like Glenn’s experience, the world will put limits on our son’s hopes, dreams, and abilities. If your boy expresses an interest in a challeng...

Connect with Samantha: https://everybrainisdifferent.com/Get the Free Ultimate Guide to Parenting Your Neurodivergent Child: https://everybrainisdifferent.com/Join the Neurodivergent Parenting Community: https://everybrainisdifferent.com/membershipConnect with Susan: https://www.LoveBridgecoaching.comSamantha and Lauren interview Susan Minor, a certified relationship coach trained in the Laura Doyle method, about rebuilding connection in marriage, especially for parents under the stress of raising

Send us Fan Mail My guest for the second part of Talking About Kids’ miniseries on children and plastics is Imogen Napper. Imogen is a Post Doctoral Researcher at The University of Plymouth, where she studies plastic pollution in the environment. Imogen is a National Geographic Explorer and Sky Ocean Rescue Scholar. Her influential research has been reported by news outlets like The Guardian, cited in government testimony, and criticized by Chris DeArmitt (my guest for the first part of this ...