Raw Parenting Podcast

What if the difference between overwhelmed parents and grounded ones… isn’t easier kids — it’s a different internal system? In this video, we break down how Christian parenting frameworks create calmer, more resilient parents — not through perfection, but through meaning, structure, identity, and support. This isn’t about religion. It’s about understanding the psychology behind why it works:Having...

In a time where the cost of everything from food to baby formula are going but our wages are staying the same. Tom and Mal are opening up on how tough it is to survive financially in the modern world of parenting. In this episode we will talk about how we are saving money in every way that we can and also open up about what the future has in store for us._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _...

Most people think greatness is built on talent, luck, or genetics. But long before the fame, Michael Jordan was shaped by two parents who did something very few understand. In this episode, we break down the three hidden forces that helped build one of the most unbreakable mindsets in sports history—and what it means for how we raise our own kids today._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _...

Why is aluminum showing up in foods like pancake mix… and even in products we use on our bodies every day? In this episode, we break down where aluminum comes from, why it’s added to certain products, and what “safe” really means when it comes to long-term exposure. From breakfast foods to deodorant and makeup, this conversation explores how something so common ends up everywhere—and whether that...

When my wife missed her period, we thought we might be having another baby… and it forced us to ask a hard question: are we done having kids? In this episode, we talk about family planning, parenting burnout, emotional readiness, and how to know if you’re ready for another child or if your family is complete. If you’re a parent feeling overwhelmed, thinking about another baby, or questioning your...

Parenting is complicated enough… but what happens when you’re raising kids between two cultures? In this episode of the Raw Parenting Podcast, we talk about the real experience of growing up mixed race , the identity struggles mixed kids face, and how parents can support children navigating multiple cultures, belonging, and identity . We also discuss public figures like Alysa Liu and Eileen Gu , w...

Parenting is supposed to be the most meaningful experience of our lives… so why do so many parents feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and alone? In this episode, we talk honestly about modern parenting, loneliness, and the missing village . Many parents today are raising children without the support systems that existed for generations. With two working parents, busy schedules, and families living far a...

As parents watching how fast the world is changing, especially with AI reshaping work, education, and the future of learning, we’ve started asking some uncomfortable questions about school. Is the current school system actually preparing kids for the world they’re going to inherit? In this episode, we explore why modern education often confuses busyness with real learning, why essential life skill...

Parenting can be one of the most rewarding experiences in life, but it can also push parents to their emotional limits. In this episode, we share our honest story about parenting burnout and what happens when the stress of raising kids, emotional exhaustion, and constant responsibility start to take a toll. We talk about patience, emotional capacity, attachment with your child, and how parents can...

Parenting today feels harder than ever. Between screen time, constant entertainment, and the pressure to do everything “right,” many parents are wondering what modern childhood is really doing to our kids. In this episode, we explore the hidden cost of kids never being bored and how screen time, overstimulation, and constant distraction may be shaping attention, creativity, emotional regulation, a...

Our newsletter www.rawparentingpodcast.comMost parents have no idea they’re doing this—we didn’t either. These “good” parenting habits look calm and responsible… but they quietly chip away at a child’s sense of safety. When emotions run high and your child shuts down, it’s not defiance—it’s disconnection. In this episode, we share the hidden patterns that made our child pull away—and the small, ge...

Have you ever wondered why certain things in parenting stress you out more than anything else in this world? No matter how many parenting podcast you listen to or how many advice you get from mom influencer it seems like the stress doesn't stress. In today's episode we go over what is actually causing you the stress and how if these wounds are heal you can actually be the best parent for y...

Gentle Parenting might not be failing us — maybe we were never shown how to make it work. This video explores the heart behind Gentle Parenting, why so many moms feel like they’re trying so hard but still falling apart, and what’s really missing beneath the surface. We talk about emotional safety, calm nervous systems, healing old patterns, and raising children who feel seen, heard, and held. Inst...

This video takes you inside the inner world of a sensitive mom — the kind who feels the room before anyone speaks, who absorbs moods the way others absorb sunlight. Through soft, cinematic moments, it shows how her nervous system takes in more, processes deeper, and carries the quiet weight of every shift in her home. Not because she’s dramatic, but because she’s wired to notice the invisible. It...

Mel Robbins’ greatest tips are built on simple but powerful shifts that help people get unstuck and take back control of their lives. From her famous 5 Second Rule, which teaches you to interrupt fear and hesitation by acting before doubt creeps in, to her viral Let Them Theory, which frees you from the exhausting need to control others, her advice is always direct, practical, and rooted in real e...

In this video, we explore how Canada — once celebrated as a nation built on young families — is rapidly shifting its priorities. With fertility rates at historic lows, young Canadians are increasingly trading children for careers, travel, and personal growth. Using striking visuals and hard data, we show how family has slipped to the bottom of the priority list, overshadowed by rising housing cost...

What happens when the most influential voice in trauma and child development rewrites everything you thought you knew about parenting? In this video, we’ve compiled Dr. Gabor Maté’s 6 most powerful moments that have completely transformed how parents like us think, feel, and connect with our kids. From uncovering the hidden wounds of our own childhoods to understanding why tantrums are healthy, Dr...

Why are most millennials unhappy, broke and feeling lost in life? Today we pulled out our investigation hats and analyst why so many millennials are feeling very behind in the game of life._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Growing as parents through deep, real conversations to raise better kids. Sign up for our Raw Newsletter www.rawparentingpodcast.comStay Con...

In this episode we are talking about the controversial parenting topic of do Millennials deserve the "Worst Parent" label. We go deep into who we are and how did we get to this point. Do Millennials really deserve the "worst parent" label—or are they just the first generation brave enough to parent differently? Millennials are often accused of being overprotective, screen-depen...

Today we dive into the highly controversial world of daycare. Is daycare hurting our kids emotionally, or is it a necessary lifeline for modern parents? We explore Dr. Erica Komisar’s warning about the potential emotional harm daycare can cause in young children, and contrast it with Hazel Sy’s perspective that parents shouldn’t feel guilty about using daycare. We also share our personal story—how...

Dear Viewers,In this episode, we discuss some of our favorite children's books and least favorite children's books and take a look at their deeper meaning. We will be going over some of the classic children books and the modern children books to give our two cents on what we really think about these books. We are a firm believer that not all children books are meant to be read to our kids hence we...

t is no surprise to the world that our Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has officially stepped down as the leader of Canada. This has been a long time coming to many Canadians here in the Northern Region. In today's episode we will are opening up about what it's been like for the last several years and what has potentially lead to Trudeau stepping down. How are Canadian families really feeling about...

What if the most “normal” parenting advice is actually harming your child? In this video, we explore one of the most common parenting techniques—sleep training—and the dark truth behind it that no one talks about. We share our raw, personal story as parents who followed the rules... until we realized the cost. Alongside it, we dig into the forgotten history of sleep training, and the surprising in...

What if ancient myths could actually predict your baby’s gender? In this episode, we’re skipping the ultrasound and going old-school— We’re testing the most iconic pregnancy wives’ tales to see if they really work. From belly shape to cravings, mood swings to heartbeat rates—we go through each myth, one by one, to see if these traditional clues can accurately guess the gender of our third baby.  T...

Most will scroll past this. But some will finally understand what’s really at stake. Modern parenting has lost its way — and our kids are paying the price. From emotional disconnection to overstimulation and broken family systems, society has taught us all the wrong things about raising resilient, healthy children. In this video, we expose the hard truth and share a solution that could change ever...