Parenting Tips for Moms and Dads of School-aged Children & Teenagers: The Impactful Parenting Podcast

Internet safety: Teaching Critical Thinking to Teenagers If a stranger walked up to your teenager on the street and tried to manipulate what they believed, you’d step in instantly. But it’s happening every single day, completely undetected, right through their screens. In this eye-opening episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos welcomes Dr. Mari Davies, a senior lecturer in education...

The Silent Treatment   In this powerful episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos pulls back the curtain on the subtle, quiet dynamics that drain a mother's energy and erode her confidence. Kristina is joined by special guest Ama K. Karikari, author of Silenced to Soaring, to decode the painful patterns of emotional withdrawal and the exhausting cycle of the silent treatment. Together,...

What Teens Are Really Asking In this episode, Kristina Campos and Jenny Colman dive deep into the digital world adolescents navigate today, revealing the unspoken questions and curiosities teens have about relationships, boundary-crossing behaviors, and online content. Rather than looking for "how-to" guides, data from the What's Okay helpline shows that teens are overwhelmingly asking "Is this no...

Divorce: What parents do wrong! Is your divorce hurting your kids more than it needs to? Divorce is undeniably one of the hardest transitions a family can face, but the real damage often doesn't come from the split itself—it comes from the mistakes parents make during the process. In this episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos sits down with Nicole Sodoma, a veteran divorce attorney...

Supporting High Performing Child Athletes Is your child a "natural" on the field but struggling to keep up in the classroom? We all dream of supporting our child’s passions, but when "good" turns into "elite," the rules of parenting change overnight. Suddenly, you aren't just a fan in the stands; you're a manager, a logistics coordinator, and a primary support system for a child facing adult-level...

Emotional Eating in Children and Teenagers Is your child reaching for the pantry every time they’re stressed, bored, or upset? 🍎🍪 We’ve all been there: seeing our kids finish a bag of chips after a hard day at school and wondering, "Are they actually hungry, or is something else going on?" In this episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos sits down with nutritional therapist Kamy Mou...

SUMMER BOREDOM BUSTERS: Ways to Limit Screens "Mom, I’m bored!" — Is this the soundtrack to your summer? ☀️🍦 The sun is out, school is off, and suddenly the lure of the screen seems stronger than ever. But summer doesn't have to be a digital blur! In this episode of The Impactful Parent, your host Kristina Campos shares a treasure trove of Summer Boredom Busters designed to get your kids off the...

Safety Lessons Every Parent Needs To Teach Their Child Is your child truly safe? It’s every parent’s biggest worry, but the answer might not be what you think. 🛡️ In this episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos dives deep into the essential safety lessons every child needs to know. We often think of safety as something we do for our children, but true safety comes from equipping our...

Understanding Teen Self Harm: Myths vs. Reality Is your teen struggling with big emotions, and you’re terrified they might be turning to self-harm?   It is one of the scariest realizations a parent can face. You see the long sleeves in summer or the sudden withdrawal, and your heart sinks. You aren’t alone in this fear. In this episode of the Impactful Parenting Podcast, host Kristina Campos dives...

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Difficult Teenagers.  Tips and Advice for Parents "I just don't know what to do with them anymore." 😔 Does that sentence sound familiar? If you’ve reached the point where you feel more like a warden than a parent, or if your teen's behavior has shifted from "typical moodiness" to something much more difficult to manage, this video was made specifically for you. Welcome back to The Impactful Paren...

Talking to Teenagers About WEIGHT  Is your teen struggling with body image, or are you worried about their health but afraid to say the wrong thing? In a world obsessed with filters and "perfect" bodies, many parents feel like they’re walking on eggshells when it comes to the topic of weight. We want our children to be healthy, but we don’t want to trigger low self-esteem or disordered eating. Is...

Stop the Guessing Game: Is Your Teen’s "Broken" Brain Actually a Superpower? 🧠✨ Are you exhausted by the endless cycle of new medications, different therapists, and "wait and see" approaches that never seem to work for your teenager? It feels like you're throwing darts in the dark, hoping one eventually hits the mark while your child continues to struggle. What if you could turn the lights on? [...

Mothering Like A Boss. How to Mother Like A CEO Ever feel like you’re running a small corporation, but without the executive training? 🏆 Welcome back to The Impactful Parent! In this episode, your host Kristina Campos dives deep into a transformative concept: Mothering Like a Boss. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the endless "to-do" lists, the emotional heavy lifting, and the daily chaos of fa...

Communicating With Your Teenager Are you struggling to get more than a one-word answer from your teenager, or worse—facing a wall of silence? [ 00:00 ] In this episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos sits down with Maria Gallucci, author of Raised in Silence, to explore how parents can bridge the communication gap by learning to "listen" beyond spoken words. [ 00:32 ] Maria’s unique...

Preparing for the Worst: Disaster Preparedness for Parents Would your family know exactly what to do if a disaster struck tomorrow? Most of us don't like to think about the "what-ifs," but being prepared is one of the greatest gifts you can give your children. In this episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos tackles the vital topic of disaster preparedness, moving beyond the fear and...

Teenage Depression Is your teenager pulling away, struggling with depression, or feeling stuck in a cycle of anxiety? Welcome to The Impactful Parent, hosted by Kristina Campos. In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the heart of the youth mental health crisis to find real, actionable solutions for families in distress. We aren’t just talking about the "why"—we are exploring the "how" of gett...

New Years Resolutions for Parents of Teenagers Ready to transform your relationship with your teenager in the New Year? Join Kristina Campos, your host on The Impactful Parent Podcast, as she dives into six creative and strategic New Year Resolutions for parents designed to strengthen your bond and foster healthy habits for your teen. Forget unrealistic goals—these are practical, impactful parenti...

Resiliency in Parenthood (How to be resilient and how to teach it) Are you ready to stop feeling like you're one bad day away from a total parenting burnout? Join host Kristina Campos and Kate Lund on this powerful episode of The Impactful Parent as they dive deep into one of the most crucial topics for parents today: Resiliency In Parenthood. In the face of modern challenges, managing a busy sche...

Beginner Makeup and Skincare For Your Daughter Are you navigating the confusing world of introducing your daughter to skincare and makeup? You're not alone! In this insightful and friendly episode, The Impactful Parent's host, Kristina Campos, sits down with a top expert to cut through the noise and give you clear, dermatologist-backed advice for guiding your tween or teen. Kristina's special gues...

Preventing and Supporting A Teen With Substance Abuse In this episode of The Impactful Parent podcast, host Kristina Campos welcomes Lisa Katona Smith, Certified Peer Recovery Specialist, TEDx Speaker, and author. Lisa introduces her innovative Parallel Recovery framework—a vital guide for families seeking a sustainable, connection-based approach to teen substance abuse and family healing. This ep...

Understanding Adolescent Anxiety Is your teenager struggling to cope with the overwhelming wave of modern life? You are not alone, and we have the guidance you need! In this vital episode of The Impactful Parent podcast, host Kristina Campos dives deep into the often-misunderstood world of Adolescent Anxiety. It's more than just being stressed; it's a genuine challenge affecting countless young pe...

Preventing Childhood Sexual Abuse What if the one conversation you've been avoiding is the one that could save your child's life? Join Kristina Campos, founder of The Impactful Parent, as she tackles one of the most critical and difficult subjects in parenting: preventing childhood sexual abuse (CSA Prevention). In this must-watch episode, Kristina sits down with special guest Dr. Bronwen Carroll,...

When Your Child Makes Bad Choices Are you constantly feeling disappointed by your child's choices, wondering why they just won't listen? In this powerful, impromptu episode of The Impactful Parent podcast, your host, Kristina Campos, dives deep into the heart of parental disappointment and how we can flip the script to achieve a more harmonious relationship with our kids. If you have a strong-will...

How Parents Can Have Better Intimacy Ready to stop letting exhaustion and the kids’ bedtime routine steal the spark from your marriage? You are not alone! The struggle to maintain a healthy, connected, and intimate life after having children is the norm, not the exception. It’s time to stop waiting and start working on your partnership. In this must-watch episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kris...