Failing Motherhood

This episode goes out to every family that is trying to break the cycle and feels like it might break their marriage. There's a vicious cycle that plays itself out over and over like a broken record in these dynamics in ways that account for the inevitable stress on your relationship that is parenting a strong-willed child.  Not only does this episode shed light on the unseen contributors and...

Parents to boys age 7 + 4, Vanessa + James , are here to be completely honest with you about how they've gone from regretting their decision to have kids, to enjoying international travel with them, tantrum-free.   They ended up sharing a powerful story about a recent trip they took that drove home so much of the perspective that we need to be compassionate with our kids and their need to mak...

We cover a lot of topics in this episode, so buckle your seat-belts. Today we get a front row seat to learn from a mom already wise in her years, Emily Mulligan !  Emily is a solo mum by choice to two little girls living on the West Coast of Australia.  She walks us through her journey into creating her family, as well as her experience in discovering and managing her PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric...

In nearly every coaching conversation this week this topic was brought up so it only made sense to talk about it here! I break down what's happening if your child is using this behavior often, how to get ahead of it and how to break free of it by putting it in a box! IN THIS EPISODE, I SHARED... The two likely elements at play when a child is whining Strategies to eliminate the need for the b...

Preterm birth accounts for over 1 in 10 births in the United States. Prematurity is one of leading causes of long term health complications & death in children. Half of all maternal mortality loss can be prevented. My guest today, Parijat Desphande is working to end this high risk pregnancy crisis so families don’t meet their child earlier than they should. Parijat is a bestselling author, spe...

While you may be breaking generational cycles, today I'm going to open your eyes to a new cycle you might not even know you're perpetuating. I've been taking ferocious notes during a new favorite show and I've compiled the key takeaways for you here! IN THIS EPISODE, I SHARED... How you may be inadvertently encouraging your child's negative behavior (it's NOT by being...

Do you feel equipped to prevent your child from being a bystander, victim or bully? Kayla Taylor is a best-selling author, researcher, advocate and parent. She recently published "Canaries Among Us", an important expose that blends poignant storytelling and groundbreaking scientific research to empower those caring for the millions of kids challenged by learning differences, bullying and...

Unfortunately, your child did not come home stamped from the hospital with the care instructions they need based on their particular temperament. "Throwing spaghetti at the wall and seeing what sticks"  likely feels more accurate! If you've been struggling with your child and traditional discipline approaches just aren't landing... you feel like there's something different...

Are you on the never-ending potty training struggle bus? I have good news and bad news. The bad news is there is NO one-size-fits-all way to potty train, especially if you have a strong-willed child.  The good news is there is critical insight you can learn today to make it 10X smoother! After over 5,000 hours of research, my guest today, Allison Jandu created Potty Training Consultant where she h...

There are so many reasons to feel insecure, guilt, shame or fear as a parent. How do you know if you're doing okay or if you need to make a change? If your child’s behavior is not your report card, what is? In today's episode I share 3 questions to navigate that help you decide for yourself and your family what the right next step is for you. Many times it's simply letting an expect...

If your child has autism, ADHD, sensory processing, anxiety, and/or is strong-willed - you’ll resonate with so much of Afsaneh’s journey.  After teaching, writing curriculum and being a huge advocate for public schools (and criticisms of homeschooling), Afsaneh Moradian found herself homeschooling her neurodiverse child.  She didn't feel like there was another viable option. IN THIS EPISODE,...

From 3 meltdowns/DAY to 2 /WEEK!  THAT'S A 90% DECREASE!   Parents of 2 kids ages 3 + under, Jaclyn + Ryan, are SPILLING THE BEANS - sharing all sorts of insider secrets, insight and advice after graduating my program, Wholeheartedly CALM! I pick their brain, digging for what takeaways stuck with them, how their mindset shifted, and how different life is now, including NO LONGER walking on eg...

When your child's anger scares you, you often don't know where to turn next. Where are they learning this MEAN behavior?  Do they need a therapist?  Do they have ADHD?  WHY are they SO angry?! You've explained "we don't hit" 1,000X, so when aggressive behavior continues past age 4... you have no patience for it (understandably) .  You end up walking on eggshells, tryi...

In this Father's Day-inspired episode, Kevin Seldon , host of the DILF (Dad I'd Like to Friend) Podcast, is here to share his journey of navigating infertility, bonding with his baby, staying at home for a year, and working on himself. He shares insight into creating more equal parenting partnerships by prioritizing opportunities for each partner to establish their own way, holding weekl...

Shame lives in the darkness; in the silence - the things unsaid. Freedom is found in honesty, vulnerability, and a round of " me too !" Parents of strong-willed kids bear a heavy burden when parenting feels exhausting, relenting, challenging, frustrating, and defeating on a daily basis.   Today I break down 10 things parents are afraid to admit, and why it's 100% okay for them to fe...

4 Steps. 1 Takeaway Message. Rewrite them + multiply the effectiveness of your parenting tenfold! NO Strong-Willed Child required. Worth sending to your partner! IN THIS EPISODE, I SHARE... How to flip your parenting from "typical" to "intentional" Insight into the message your child's receiving from you How to zoom out and make sense of shifting your approach entirely DON...

Disclaimer: EVERYTHING IN THIS EPISODE IS SARCASM :) For a fun take on why some of the ways we think and act are ABSURD, I compiled 11 random ways to most definitely and without question feel like you're FAILING at parenting + motherhood. IN THIS EPISODE, I SHARE... Insight into ways you might be thinking you don't realize How to take the weight off your shoulders + find self-compassion...

"I just want my daughter to have a healthier relationship with food + her body than I have." In honor of Mother's Day coming up, today's episode will teach you how to leverage your uniquely powerful influence as a mom to raise a daughter that never has to "heal" her relationship with food! Amelia Sherry , registered dietitian (RD) is the author of - Diet Proof Your Da...

Every kid has meltdowns. Every parent yells. How do you know if you're on the right track?  Especially when you feel like your child's behavior might be *normal*, it's hard to know when to reach out without feeling like you're overreacting. And if you've already done a lot of work on your parenting, how can you know when something needs to change? IN THIS EPISODE, I SHARE....

"I'm afraid I'm causing bad habits!" - Every mom filled with guilt + concern over their child's sleep. With over 20 years in the research field studying sleep and infant mental health (and a mom to 2 twenty-somethings), Macall Gordon, M.A. is here to make you feel a whole lot better about how you’ve handled things - no matter how you’ve handled them! Macall has conducted a...

We're not talking about the obvious things here, but the innocuous ones.  The well-intentioned instincts or reactions that roll off your tongue when you're desperate for cooperation. Whether you're too kind, or too firm... after days and months of pushback, resistance, power struggles, or stand-offs... it's understandable you start to believe your child only listens when you ye...

Have you discovered that you are sensitive to visual clutter, touch, overstimulation, caffeine, loud noise, and more?  You might be a Highly Sensitive Person! My guest today, Emily McDermott is an Air Force wife , a mom of 2 young boys, and the host of the "Moms Overcoming Overwhelm" podcast.  Emily's journey through motherhood led her to discover her own highly sensitive nature.  T...

Celebrate with us! It's the 100th episode of Failing Motherhood! As her oldest just turned 10, Danielle compiled 10 BIG universal lessons she wished she'd known sooner. Don't let it take you 10 years to learn them as well! Send this episode to a new or expecting mom - she'll be SO lucky! DON'T MISS: How comparative suffering is like working out with different weights What...

I don't have an episode for you today - you get a glimpse into my program! For the bad days / bad mornings / bad nights when things are just OFF... Here's an acronym to help you remember 3 ways you can hit RESET. When in doubt... BMW. B - BREATHE M - MUSIC W - WATER // Resources referenced in the training // Free Meditation app - Insight Timer Breathwork podcast on Spotify - The Breathwo...

Keep. Asking. Questions. I'm so lucky to be joined for this episode by my client, friend and hairstylist, Amanda Rausch . She's celebrating a recent diagnosis for her oldest that finally makes so much sense, but it's really a culmination of years and years of advocating for him that started in pregnancy. Her story is a really down-to-earth, inspirational example of trusting your gut...