BratBusters Parenting Podcast

#064 In this episode Lisa discusses getting on the same parenting page when your methods clash. She goes into the different parenting styles she sees when methods are clashing, why some parents feel a pull to parent differently from how they were raised, and how she would approach finding common ground.  Lastly, Lisa tackles seven listener questions, focusing on navigating 3-year-old power struggl...

#063 In this episode Lisa discusses defiant behaviour from kids, why it happens, and how to approach it as a calm parenting leader. Throughout the conversation topics include how Lisa recommends approaching discipline depending on the age of your kid, looking disappointed in your kids, and Lisa’s top five tips for parenting teenagers.  Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, covering a to...

#062 In this episode Lisa discusses her approach to tantrums, how that may shift and change throughout different ages, the difference in tantrums about wants and needs, and the importance of following through with what you say as a parent.  Lisa answers seven listener questions covering a range of tantrum scenarios, including a 3-year-old's park-related outbursts, how to handle a 12-year-old&...

#061 In this episode Lisa discusses power struggles with your toddler and how to approach them, along with sharing what she believes is the main goal of a calm parenting leader.  She does this by diving into ten listener questions covering a range of toddler behaviours, including constant screaming twins, a persistent 21-month-old saying "no," a toddler who understands not to hit but doe...

#060 In this episode Lisa discusses the importance of connecting with your kids through fun and play along with how to implement this into your parenting style.  Also, Lisa dives into ten listener questions, offering her insights on what to do if you don't enjoy playing cars with your kids, understanding why a 3-year-old might be taking and throwing toys at preschool, how to connect with your...

#059 In this episode Lisa discusses how to navigate calm leadership parenting when it’s feeling chaotic.  She covers listener questions on struggles with getting toddler ready in the morning, toddler tantrums when tired, how to handle siblings teasing one another, what to do when your kids aren’t listening, toddlers hitting and when having a tantrum or upset, how to approach tantrums that occur fr...

#058 In this episode Lisa discusses the idea of turning attitude from kids into respect, and the importance of parents giving respect in order to get respect as calm leaders.   Additionally, Lisa covers two real-life examples of how to teach sharing to your kids and how to connect with kids when you’re dealing with multiple ages.  Lastly, she answers seven listener questions on what to do when old...

#057 In today’s episode, Lisa and Amy both share lessons that they learned from their mom’s, including having a positive outlook on life, the importance of including people, why reaching out is so important when someone is going through a difficult time, telling the people you care about how you feel about them, friendships, and setting goals in life.  Additionally, Lisa answers listener-submitted...

#056 In today’s episode, Lisa covers the topic of how to turn things around with your parenting style and begin with calm leadership parenting.  Listener questions cover where to start when you have a teenager, 3-year-old aggressive behaviour, how to introduce the BratBusters Behaviour Board when traveling, where to start with consequences, the impact of being annoyed at your kids, getting a partn...

#055 In today’s episode, Lisa goes through her thoughts around 10 common parenting phrases she would avoid, and what she would use instead. These phrases include: use your words, why would you do that, listen to me, don’t roll your eyes at me, and more.  Additionally, Lisa answers listener-submitted parenting questions on kids getting mad when they can’t do something right, kids seeking approval,...

#054 In today’s episode, Lisa goes through ten listener questions around the topic of toddlers hitting, biting, and throwing things.  Before the questions, she explains whether or not all toddlers have this behaviour, what age Lisa considers to be a toddler, and how she approaches discipline at this age.  These toddler questions cover throwing things during a tantrum, throwing things at a newborn,...

#053 Lisa discusses why children often don’t listen and how parents can address this issue by becoming effective leaders. She outlines the various reasons kids might tune parents out, such as nagging, inconsistency, and lack of organization and emphasizes the importance of calm leadership.  Additionally, Lisa answers submitted parenting questions on getting kids to sit at the dinner table, sibling...

#052 Learn more at www.bratbusters.com Lisa emphasizes why she believes parents should stop discussing bad behaviour with their kids.  Instead, she advocates for addressing bad behavior swiftly with consequences and then focusing on positive connection and self-esteem. Lisa argues that discussing bad behaviour can shame and blame children, making them feel worse and potentially reinforcing negativ...

#051 Lisa discusses how to build confidence in parenting by addressing bad behaviour and promoting respect all while emphasising the importance of making children feel good about themselves to improve behaviour and achieve positive outcomes.  She tackles various common parenting challenges, including managing toddler tantrums, implementing behaviour boards, and handling sibling conflicts.  Listene...

#050 Today’s episode dives into the idea of meeting your kids’ needs and managing their wants. Lisa discusses how she approaches this including what falls under the needs and wants categories, what age to start this, and if discipline is mean.  Additionally, Lisa answers parenting questions on how to balance this with two under two, what to do when toddlers say “mine” to everything, getting connec...

#049 Lisa discusses the topic of staying calm when your kids test your patience, with an emphasis on the importance of connecting with your kids through playing with them in their world.  Throughout the episode, the idea of consequences compared to rewards in regards to getting good behaviour is discussed.  Lastly, Lisa answers parenting questions submitted by listeners on kids testing limits, tod...

#048 Lisa discusses setting family boundaries when it comes to your parenting, and how to stand your ground when your family tries to interfere.  She shares a message to grandparents giving unsolicited advice, focusing on the fact that unsolicited communication in general is not something she recommends.  Additionally Lisa answers listener questions about grandparents using the BratBusters Behavio...

#047 Lisa discusses the importance of having routines in place for kids; specifically mealtime routines, bedtime routines, and morning routines.  In the episode Lisa details specifics on how an example mealtime routine may look including the exact details she recommends adding along with how to have kids follow these routines in place.  Additionally Lisa answers listener questions about bedtime ba...

#046 Lisa discusses her theory around the fork in the road when kids turn three, including why parenting impacts this, the reason as to why the BratBusters Behaviour Board starts at three, and common parenting styles that may lead to threenagers. Additionally, Lisa answers parenting questions around this topic including acting out at school, defiance turning into tantrums, kids struggling to contr...

#045 Lisa’s ranking common discipline strategies in today’s episode of the podcast. She begins by sharing her thoughts on timeouts, countdown, diversion, positive reinforcement, natural consequences, logical consequences, discussing bad behaviour and reward charts.  From there, Lisa shares her method of leadership parenting, how it’s different, and why she recommends it.  To end the episode Lisa a...

#044 Feeling overwhelmed by your kids’ tantrums? In today’s episode Lisa is covering all things tantrums by covering what she considers to be a tantrum, the difference between wants and needs when it comes to tantrums, her perspective on ignoring tantrums, and an example of how she would handle a tantrum at the park. Lisa answers a variety of listener questions including topics on baby tantrums, t...

#043 Are you dealing with your kid hitting you, others, or even items around the house?  In today’s podcast episode, Lisa explores what causes some kids to hit while others don’t along with parenting strategies to combat this behaviour.  Parenting questions on this topic include alternatives to timeouts when kids hit, toddlers hitting their parents, siblings hitting one another and tattling, and c...

#042 This episode is focused on eliminating yelling and improving emotional control.  Lisa shares the importance of acting rather than reacting, and tactics for maintaining consistency and calmness.  Listener questions include addressing common issues like dealing with toddlers behaviour, managing tantrums with a shift-working partner, and adapting parenting styles for teenagers.  Learn more about...

#041 Lisa is answering ten questions submitted from listeners who are experiencing their toddler pushing their boundaries.  Questions include tantrums, power struggles, potty training, bedtime struggles, the “mine” stage, and much more.  In addition, Lisa shares her top five tips for parenting toddlers and why focusing on connection is key when parenting.  Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters...

#040 Lisa Bunnage discusses effective parenting strategies to raise children as confident, independent problem solvers with high self-esteem, emphasizing the importance of focusing on positive reinforcement, connecting with children, and not over-disciplining.  She recommends encouraging kids to make their own decisions, solving problems through role-playing, and maintaining open, judgment-free co...