Launch Family Podcast

In this episode of the Launch Family Podcast, anxiety coach Cynthia Coufal joins host Jessica Shelley to unpack what teen anxiety really looks like—and how our own stress as parents can unintentionally fuel it.📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchfamily/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@launchfamilyTikTo...

“What did we like about our childhood? What didn’t we? And how can we shift the narrative for our own kids?”Parent and educator Kecia Nelson shares the ongoing, reflective work she and her partner are doing as they raise children in a blended family. With step-siblings, half-siblings, and different family systems in the mix, Kecia brings intention to the process—asking hard questions about the way...

On our latest episode of the Launch Family Podcast, educator and coach Jennifer Greve joins host Jessica Shelley to decode the neuroscience, emotions, and beautiful chaos of the middle school years. Connect with Jennifer Greve at Tandem Family CoachingP: 208.290.3831www.tandemfamilycoaching.com📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https...

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Modern motherhood is messy—and you're not doing it wrong. In this powerful kickoff episode of the LaunchFamily Podcast, we sit down with Tara Clark, creator of @modernmomprobs, for a candid conversation about what parenting really looks like in 2025.Together, we unpack the pressure to be a “perfect” parent, the overwhelm of too much advice, and the quiet loneliness that creeps in as your kids...

💬 “Even as a special ed coordinator, I still struggled to get support as a parent. It's a totally different game.”If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed navigating 504s, IEPs, or long waitlists for evaluations—you’re not alone. 👩‍👧‍👦 Megan Surso is a mom of three and a special education expert. She joined us on the Launch Family Podcast to talk about the real-life challenges families face—from hi...

🧠 “Independence isn’t about letting go—it’s about preparing them to thrive.”In this Launch Family episode, academic coach Liz Schilling shares powerful, practical insights every parent needs to hear—especially if you're wondering how to raise kids who can speak up, self-manage, and take on life’s real-world challenges with confidence. From forgotten cleats to missed emails to doing laundry th...

Christine Volden talks about grounding yourself in your parenting. 📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchfamily/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@launchfamilyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@launchfamilyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/launchfamilyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/launchfamily.bs...

Best of LaunchFamily Podcast: It’s not about picking a job at 16 — it’s about exposing kids to real paths, real people, and real-world skills. Let’s give them the tools, not just the expectations.📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchfamily/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@launchfamilyTikTok: https://www...

BEST OF LAUNCHFAMILY PODCASTS: Love is revolutionary, and it starts at home. In this powerful episode of the Launch Family Podcast, Dr. Elizabeth “Dr. Roz” Rosner joins us to explore how nonviolence, intentional parenting, and debt-free education can transform the way we raise and lead our families.📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram:...

Nanine Iengo Blomstrom: NICU parents, you are not alone. What you're feeling makes sense. You're not dramatic, you're not weak. You're a human who went through something very intense. And you will move past this. #LaunchFamily #NICUParents #ParentingWithPurpose📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchfamily/...

Dan Simon: Your teen doesn't need a perfect parent. They need a parent they can reach. When relationships are strong, the guidance actually lands. And when it lands, teens don't just comply, they grow. #LaunchFamily #RaisingTeens #ParentingWithPurpose Links for the discussion: Positivity Project: posroject.org Dan Simon Solutions: dansimonsolutions.com Tributes page: dansimonsolutions.com/...

Sara Norman: Good enough is still good sometimes. You don't need to be the Pinterest perfect mom to be a good mom. Your kids don't need a flawless rubric. They need a real, present, connected parent. #LaunchFamily #RealMotherhood #IntentionalParenting📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchfamily/Threads: h...

Laura A. Gaines: The goal isn't perfect parenting. It's building safety and connection so your child can grow skills over time. And when you do roll call of everyone's needs, don't forget to ask what you need too. #LaunchFamily #ParentingWithPurpose #NeuroInclusion📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchfam...

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Tracy Patton: Your child isn't giving you a hard time. They're having a hard time. Behavior is communication. Our job is to share our calm, not join their chaos. #LaunchFamily #ParentingWithPurpose #EarlyChildhood📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchfamily/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@launch...

Budy Jamilly Whitfield: Motherhood is not a hallmark card. It can be sacred and exhausting at the same time. You can love your children deeply and still admit that this is a lot. Both things are true. #LaunchFamily #MotherhoodIsReal #IntentionalLiving📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchfamily/Threads: h...

Amy Looper: Signs of real burnout aren't just needing a vacation. They show up in your body. Get to the root cause, build your nervous system safety, and stop holding everyone else's emotional weight. You can't pour from empty. #LaunchFamily #BurnoutRecovery #IntentionalLiving📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.c...

Latika Vines: Doing everything isn't the same as being aligned. Stop chasing balance and start asking what God is calling you to prioritize in this season. Faith-centered equity changes everything. #LaunchFamily #FaithAndFamily #IntentionalLiving📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchfamily/Threads: https:...

Scott Asai says as technology increases, soft skills decrease. Communication, empathy, and leadership aren't taught in classrooms. They're built at home, through repetition, real experiences, and parents who model what they want to see. #LaunchFamily #SoftSkills #IntentionalParenting📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https://www.inst...

Estrangement doesn't happen overnight. Dr. Sue Cornbluth says the key to keeping your kids close is simple: listen to understand, take accountability for your mistakes, and create a home where they feel safe to speak. #LaunchFamily #ParentingWithPurpose #FamilyConnection📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com...

You don’t lose yourself in parenting—you evolve. As Tamiko Nettles shares, growth comes through unexpected seasons, letting go, and showing up authentically. Give yourself grace, take your minute, and trust who you’re becoming. #LaunchFamily #Parenting #Identity #PersonalGrowth #ParentingTips📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https:/...

The hardest parenting conversations are the ones we avoid. Start with curiosity, not control. Ask. Listen. Then guide. Connection isn’t soft—it’s protective. #LaunchFamily #Parenting #TeenParenting #MentalHealth #ParentingTips #ConnectionOverControl📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchfamily/Threads: htt...

On the Launch Family Podcast 🎙️ Jessica Shelley talks with Elise McVeigh about manners, conversation skills, confidence, organization, and why etiquette still matters in modern family life. This episode is about raising kids who can connect, communicate, and show respect in the real world. #LaunchFamily📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagr...

Kids don’t need perfection—they need guidance. As Kris Jordan highlights, starting early, staying involved, and keeping conversations open helps kids build a healthy relationship with technology and use it with confidence. #LaunchFamily📌 Learn more about Launch Family:Website: http://launchfamily.com📱 Follow Us on SocialsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/launchfamily/Threads: https://www.thre...