Sometimes Love Isn't Enough: The Parenting Through Challenges Podcast

In the last episode, we discussed some practical tips to help regulate our kids. In this episode, we discuss 3 key steps to go from regulation to actually helping our kids move forward and make change!   In this episode I reference work by Dr. Bruce Perry About your host, Angie Grandt – Transformational Parent Coach Angie Grandt is a parent coach, on a mission to break cycles of trauma. She is als...

What in the world is regulation, and why is it necessary before we try to teach our kids right from wrong? Join me as we discuss what regulation is, why it's an issue for many of our kids, and what we can do about it! About your host, Angie Grandt – Transformational Parent Coach Angie Grandt is a parent coach, on a mission to break cycles of trauma. She is also a Quantum Human Design TM Specialist...

Why do we feel so obligated to give consequences to our kids? In this episode, I'll be sharing a unique perspective on behaviors that may cause you to second-guess how you react to behaviors.  About your host, Angie Grandt – Transformational Parent Coach Angie Grandt is a parent coach, on a mission to break cycles of trauma. She is also a Quantum Human Design TM Specialist, Certified Family Coach...

If last year felt like an uphill battle - more stress, more behaviors, no end in sight - then you won't want to miss this episode!  We'll be discussing powerful, proven steps to break the cycle you're stuck in! About your host, Angie Grandt – Transformational Parent Coach Angie Grandt is a parent coach, on a mission to break cycles of trauma. She is also a Quantum Human Design TM Specialist, Certi...

Does this sound familiar - your child "accidentally" gets hurt by others often, and runs to you or other caregivers for comfort or reassurance. Or they tell stories about not being fed, not having clothes, not experiencing what others have - all in a seeming attempt to gain sympathy? Or perhaps they put themself in danger's way, in hopes of a rescue? These behaviors can drive us parents CRAZY, and...

If I only knew then what I know now…   Our energy matters. It matters more than you can imagine - it impacts our children's sense of self worth, their view of their right place in the world, and their ability to contribute. In this episode, I'll share my experience as a generator raising a projector, and provide key tips to love a projector in your life! If you don't know, or understand you or you...

Holidays can be filled with joy, excitement, family, delicious food, and even gifts. For our kids, they may also include chaos, unpredictability, sensory overload, emotional overload, overwhelming expectations, trauma triggers. In this episode, let's discuss practical ways to enjoy the holidays! About your host, Angie Grandt - The Adoption Coach Angie Grandt is the Adoption Coach. She is also a Qu...

Maybe my child isn't smart or capable enough?   Have you ever wondered this about your kiddo?  I know I did… to the point of neuropsychological testing to help me better understand why he couldn't follow simple instructions. I "knew"  he was bright, yet things didn't match up. Let's chat about the reason behind this, and the solution! About your host, Angie Grandt - The Adoption Coach Angie Grandt...

When we, and our children, are dysregulated, it is impossible to make logical, effective choices. When we are dysregulated, our brain's capacity to problem-solve, communicate, and make sound decisions is significantly impacted.  In this episode, we'll discuss why, and how, to regulate ourselves and our kids. About your host, Angie Grandt - The Adoption Coach Angie Grandt is the Adoption Coach. She...

When people, including our kids, misbehave, it's easy to ask, "What's wrong with you" or "Why did you do that?" What if we approached people, especially our kids, with more compassionate questioning that gets at the root of the behaviors? About your host, Angie Grandt - The Adoption Coach Angie Grandt is the Adoption Coach. She is also a Quantum Human Design TM Specialist, Certified Family Coach &...

When our children are experiencing behaviors, we want to understand why. A diagnosis can help us better understand, right? In this episode, we'll discuss the seemingly relentless pursuit of diagnoses, and the likely root of the behaviors as a whole.  About your host, Angie Grandt - The Adoption Coach Angie Grandt is the Adoption Coach. She is also a Quantum Human Design TM Specialist, Certified Fa...

What is trauma? Is it an event, or a series of events? Does it include neglect, or abuse? How can 2 children experience the same event, and have very different responses, both short- and long-term about that same event? In this episode, we'll discuss research, and my perspective on trauma.  I'd love to hear your thoughts! About your host, Angie Grandt - The Adoption Coach Angie Grandt is the Adopt...

What does it really mean to take full responsibility, especially when raising children with significant behaviors? Are we responsible for their actions, their choices? Listen to this episode to learn how to take full responsibility for everything in your life, no matter what! I can't wait to hear your thoughts! About your host, Angie Grandt - The Adoption Coach Angie Grandt is the Adoption Coach....

So many times, I'd feel frustrated, annoyed, even angry - but I'd put on a happy face for my son and pretend that all was well. He saw right through me every time. Somehow he knew how I was feeling, even when I thought I was doing such a good job of faking it. In this episode, we'll discuss the intuitive power of kids, and why it fades over time. About your host, Angie Grandt - The Adoption Coach...

Many parents go through the "I hate you" phase. When raising a child with attachment difficulties, this can be tenfold. I often hear from adoptive & foster parents words like "I hate you," "you're not my mother," "just take me back to foster care/adoption agency," or "I want a new family."  Although we may develop thick skin, it's not easy. In this episode, let's discuss the reason behind the word...

When we're raising children from a tricky past, we often have much work to do to help raise happy, confident children. The more resilient we are, the more resilient we can help our kids to be - to move forward and create the futures we want. In this powerful episode, we'll be discussing some key factors to resiliency - I can't wait to hear how you build resiliency in your home! About your host, An...

Praise is a good thing, right?  Perhaps not quite what we once thought - certainly not what I was trained to think!   In this episode, we'll talk about how we inadvertently discourage children. Then we'll dissect praise, it's purpose, and why it might not always be the best option. Plus I'll share a few tips on how to break the praise habit! About your host, Angie Grandt - The Adoption Coach Angie...

For those of us raising kids from trauma - the behaviors we experience can be bizarre, unsettling, downright frustrating. In this episode, we'll discuss one of the most frustrating, and talk about the real solution (I'll also discuss how this applies to all the unusual behaviors we experience when raising kids from a tricky past!) About your host, Angie Grandt - The Adoption Coach Angie Grandt is...

Do you feel like you are in a constant battle with your toddler, or your teen? You are not alone. Power struggles are developmentally EXPECTED - yes - it's a normal part of your child's development, at 2 different developmental stages. In this powerful episode we'll go over the stages, the reason, and some key strategies to help minimize the struggle! About your host, Angie Grandt - The Adoption C...

Raising a child is terrifying! We are expected to feed, love, clothe, bathe, and nurture our child's well-being to support their development. While there are tons of "experts" out there to help us better understand what to feed them, how to toilet train, developmental milestones, and so on - there is no "expert" to tell you exactly what YOUR child needs! In this episode, we'll discuss how Human De...

Let's get real, I hear this more often than you'd think.  As parents we love our kids, but behaviors are relentless, our kids repeatedly tell us how much they hate us, and we are exhausted from trying strategy after strategy, it makes sense to feel resent towards our kids.   In this episode, we'll discuss things that really come up for us as parents, and then some real practical solutions to help...

Do you parent with fear, or with love? I think if we're being really honest about how we handle challenging behaviors in our home, we may have a realization that a shift in how we respond to behaviors could have a huge impact on our connection with our child.  About your host, Angie Grandt - The Adoption Coach Angie Grandt is the Adoption Coach. She is also a Quantum Human Design TM Specialist, Ce...

Praise has it's place in life…. But have you every really thought about it's impact on the giver and the receiver? In this short but powerful episode, let's dig into praise, people pleasers, and ways we can shift how we respond to our children! About your host, Angie Grandt - The Adoption Coach Angie Grandt is the Adoption Coach. She is also a Quantum Human Design TM Specialist, Certified Level 2...

Have you ever thought about what LOVABILITY really means?  This one is short and sweet- so listen on repeat to really let this one sink in! About your host, Angie Grandt - The Adoption Coach Angie Grandt is the Adoption Coach. She is also a Quantum Human Design TM Specialist, Certified Level 2 & an early intervention speech therapist with extensive training and experience in trauma, attachment, an...

Attachment difficulties are at the core of what we're discussing here. This week, we'll discuss what leads to attachment difficulties, what behaviors you might notice, and some key strategies to start building connection! About your host, Angie Grandt - The Adoption Coach Angie Grandt is the Adoption Coach. She is also a Quantum Human Design TM Specialist, Certified Level 2 & an early intervention...