Chalkboard to Kitchen Table

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen. Ever feel like your child is speaking a totally different language? In this episode, we talk about translating kid-talk because what kids say isn’t always what they really mean. “I’m fine” might mean I’m overwhelmed. “You’re the worst” might really be I’m disappointed and don’t know how to say it. “I don’t care” could b...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! Thinking about this past year and taking a moment to reflect, we’re reminded that letting go doesn’t mean letting go of love - it means letting love change shape. As our kids grow, our role shifts from holding tight to staying steady. From the kitchen table to the classroom, we’ve learned that staying close doesn’t alwa...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! In this episode, we share The 2026 Parenting Starter Pack - a simple, grounding reset that makes parenting feel lighter, calmer, and even fun again. Instead of doing more, we focus on doing less… but doing it better. We walk through three go-to scripts to use in tough moments, three powerful “Let Them” statements that b...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! As parents, we spend so much time reacting to the day-to-day that we rarely pause to ask: How did this year really go? In this episode inspired by Mel Robbins’ End-of-Year Audit, we walk you through a simple, meaningful reflection ritual that helps you close out the year with clarity and step into the new one with purpo...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen!  In this festive episode, we unwrap a simple truth: the holidays should feel magical for parents too ... not just like a marathon we’re all trying to survive. Between school concerts, shopping lists, family gatherings, and the endless pressure to “make it perfect,” it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and miss the joy right in...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen!  In this episode, we dive into one of the most common parenting traps ... comparison. Whether it’s between siblings, classmates, or friends, it’s easy to slip into measuring one child’s progress against another’s. But comparison doesn’t inspire growth but it steals joy, confidence, and connection. As moms and teachers,...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen! As parents, it’s easy to see the world through our kids’ emotions but sometimes, perception isn’t reality.  In this week’s episode, we talk about how we can help kids see beyond their feelings and understand what’s really happening underneath. When children learn to look at their feelings differently, they start handlin...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen!  In this episode we dive into what it really means to raise thankful kids and how it all begins with us as parents. Gratitude isn’t just something we teach; it’s something we model every day through our words, actions, and mindset. From saying “thank you” to finding joy in the ordinary, our children learn gratitude by w...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen!  In this episode, we talk about Nora Ephron’s “plastic and glass balls” theory - the idea that in life, we’re constantly juggling responsibilities, but some are made of glass and others of plastic. Drop a plastic ball, and it bounces. Drop a glass one, and it shatters. Through the lens of parenting, we explore what this...

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Send us Fan Mail 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 thems...

Send us Fan Mail 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 confere...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 resilie...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 the...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 parent...

Send us Fan Mail 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 confide...

Send us Fan Mail 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. Bu...

Send us Fan Mail 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 ki...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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...