Imperfect Heroes: Insights Into Parenting

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, DJ interviews Tania Lopez from Full Circle Parenting, where she shares her approach to addressing common parenting challenges like tantrums and defiance. Listen in as Tania shares the importance of navigating these challenges with a positive attitude and discusses incorporating playful and intentional methods to teach children about service and kindness. A...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, Joe and Mellie Hashey joined DJ to  share their journey of embracing imperfections and cultivating a strong family. Listen in as they discuss the challenges during lockdown that prompted a cross-country move and why they  developed the "Strong Family Path" podcast which outlines seven pillars for a resilient family. Stay tuned to hear them talk a...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, TV Journalist and mother, Meredith DePaolo discusses the challenges of managing screen time for her children. Listen in as she shares her journey in creating the "Carrots and Cake" app to help parents strike a balance between learning apps and free time on devices; allowing parents to set rules and engage their children in productive discussions...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, DJ invited resilience tutor Lynne Kendall on the show to discuss helping children understand themselves, their emotions, thinking, and energy to handle life's challenges. Listen in as Lynne introduces the PACE framework (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Engaging) for effective family communication, emphasizing shifting focus from feelings to thinking for h...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, DJ talks with Dr. Catherine Read, who shares her experience with homeschooling using the Waldorf curriculum. Listen in as Catherine discusses her journey from being a former public school teacher to homeschooling her two daughters for 15 years and hear why homeschooling can be a viable option for those who feel it's right for their children. Stay tune...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, Jena Ponti Jauchius, a landscape architect and nature play expert, joins DJ to discuss her approach to designing children's outdoor play and learning environments. Listen in as Jena talks about the importance of sensory-rich natural play and learning experiences to help them connect with nature and themselves. And stay tuned as Jena explains the seven...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, DJ offers up some creative ways to deal with your kids' arguments. Let's face it, stopping those fights from happening altogether is a tall order! So, join in as DJ talks about why having disagreements can actually be a good thing. Listen in as she shares how we parents should keep our cool and show our kiddos how to work out conflicts calmly. An...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, DJ welcomes guest Robyn Mckeefrey, the author of the book "Mommy Went To The Hospital To Bring Home A New Baby." Listen in as they discuss various aspects of preparing older siblings for the arrival of a new baby and share insights and tips for parents. And stay tuned to hear Robyn talk about the significance of open communication and setting rea...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, DJ invited Maureen Michele, M.D. to the show to discuss her own personal journey of parenting a chronically ill child. Maureen is not only an MD, she is an accomplished general pediatrician, allergist, immunologist, and now life coach. Stay tuned to hear how Maureen learned to cope, make time for self-care, find positivity and how that led her to become a coaching...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, DJ invited author, publisher and educator, Terrie Sizemore to the show to discuss her new book, The Little Book of Big Ideas, Activities, Crafts, and Celebrations . We hope you’ll stay tuned as we have the privilege of delving into the world of early childhood development, exploring the magic of books and how they expand a child's knowledge, understan...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, DJ invited Dr. Elizabeth Arleo to the show to talk about her book “First Eat Your Frog and Other Pearls for Professional Working Mothers.” Listen in to hear about the art of setting priorities and learning to give ourselves that much needed dose of grace. Stay tuned as they explore the secrets to reclaiming your time, finding joy in parenting, achieving that elusi...

Send us Fan Mail In this enlightening episode, DJ invited transition coach Adele Barnard to the show to discuss managing life's transitions. Listen in as they explore the deep end of life’s transformative waters including handling kids transitions and dealing with the energy vampires that lurk in the shadows. Stay tuned to gain clarity and learn Adele’s secret sauce of shifting from mind torn...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, DJ invited music teacher and podcast host Bryson Tarbet to the show to share the science backed wonders of music education. By the end of this interview, you will understand why music is a physical thing that physically changes us… whether you’re 2 or 92! So stay tuned! DJ and Bryson are discussing everything from musical mental health perks and conquering restles...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode DJ and special guest, Dr. Piper Gibson dive into the topic of tic disorders. If you're a parent looking to decode your child’s mysterious fidgeting and squiggling, this episode is your front row ticket to unraveling the truth. Stay tuned to hear how food and diet play a starring role in many tic disorders, how to properly advocate for your child medically and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, DJ invited stress busting guru Adam Hart  to the show to have a conversation about the ins and outs of how stress affects our relationships with our partners and our kids. Stay tuned to hear Adam’s witty wisdom, top notch expertise about the power of nervous system regulation and energetic attraction and about his secret stash of tricks to help us out so we can tu...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, DJ invited respiratory therapist, Carol Rudd, to the show to discuss her expertise and the power of choice. Listen in to hear about Carol’s profound understanding of the human respiratory system and why she has dedicated her life to make breathing easier for children and adults alike. And stay tuned to learn that when we or our children are confronted with...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, DJ is talking about something really important to her - parents and potty mouths, and how words shape our world. Is there any harm in swearing around your kids? Should you be dropping F-bombs in earshot? Listen in as DJ explores the fascinating world of language, what swearing reveals about our language, brains and ourselves… and most importantly, the impa...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, DJ invited Brownies for Breakfast author Lynne Bowman (a.k.a. The Glam Gran) to the show to discuss our eating habits, buying and eating food that is grown locally and the importance of sharing meals around a table with your children. Listen in as they discuss the current grab-and-go American diet, why it matters what we eat, the value of eating in season foods an...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, special guest Dr. Bill Senyard and DJ are focusing on a topic called attunement. Join in as they explore the significance of attuning with your children and cultivating meaningful experiences that foster love and connection. Stay tuned to discover some practical strategies that will enable you to strengthen the bond with your loved ones and provide them with the r...

Send us Fan Mail The greatest gift you can give your kids is a stable loving home that serves as their fortress of security and confidence so they can learn the best practices of life. In this episode, DJ invited life coach, Veronica Williams on the show to talk about safeguarding our most precious treasure, a loving family and a rock solid marriage. Tune in to gain tools to conquer tomorrow'...

Send us Fan Mail Whether you are seasoned at co-parenting or you're just trying to keep your sanity intact, you're in for a treat! Our special guest in this episode is Leslie Holthoff. She is a certified divorce coach and author who has mastered the art of co-parenting and has some really fantastic insights to share inside this episode. Tune in to hear about the intricacies of joint shar...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, DJ invited author Fiona Valentine on the show to discuss her unique perspective of parenting a special needs child, embracing unconventional education solutions, finding patience in any setbacks and celebrating baby steps. Stay tuned as Fiona sheds light on the ever-changing nature of autism and the balancing act required to create a harmonious and joyful family l...

Send us Fan Mail Want to nurture your child's sense of wonder? In this episode DJ and special guest, Debora Hollick dive into the captivating world of WOW,  W onder, O penness and W isdom. Stay tuned as they explore the concept of WOW and why children are natural experts in seeing the WOW. Listen in to hear how we as parents can stay open to the inspiring moments that surround us, extract wis...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready to embrace the beautiful mess of building a business and raising kids! In this episode, DJ invited mindset coach and author Bridget Hom on the show to discuss the possibilities of launching a business while conquering the daily challenges of parenting. Whether you're an entrepreneur seeking guidance, or a parent desperately trying to figure out how to fit 36 hours i...

Send us Fan Mail Our guest in this episode is Catherine Lamb. She is an expert at helping others conquer Impostor Syndrome which can show up as doubts about your abilities to care for your child, feelings of inadequacy when compared to other parents, and can keep you in constant fear of making mistakes. Listen in as we discuss how, if not dealt with, Impostor Syndrome will have adverse effects on...