Talk to Danielle

Can the right book help a child understand their emotions, build stronger relationships, and see the world differently?   In this episode of Talk To Danielle, we explore the power of books and writing to support children's social and emotional learning. My guest, Liza May Read, shares how every child can become a confident reader when they find the right book, and introduces a powerful perspective...

What if the Arts could help children discover who they are?   In this episode of Talk To Danielle, Melanie McDonald, EPEI TES, joins me to explore the powerful role the Arts play in childhood development. From providing a safe space for self-expression to building confidence, creativity, and emotional connection, the Arts give children opportunities to explore their feelings, discover their identi...

What if one of the body’s most important systems is also one of the most overlooked?   In this episode, we explore the lymphatic system and its connection to overall health. My guest, John "The LymphMan" Ossipinsky, explains what can contribute to an acidic internal environment, how this may affect lymphatic function, and why supporting the lymphatic system involves more than simply lymphatic drai...

Co-parenting can be challenging enough without communication becoming another source of stress. In this episode of Talk To Danielle, my guest, Sol Kennedy, helps us explore the use of AI to filter through the endless messages and what it means to communicate with a co-parent in a way that is emotionally safe, respectful, and focused on what matters most, your child.   Sol shares how his innovative...

Our pet children play a very important part in our family's lives and knowing what to do to keep them as healthy as possible can feel quite overwhelming. In this episode of Talk To Danielle, my guest Dr. Judy Morgan from Naturally Healthy Pets, uncovers the secrets to supporting a longer, healthier life for our beloved pet children.   We talk about healthier food alternatives, ingredients you may...

What happens when leaving your faith also means losing your identity, your community, and your support system?   In this powerful episode of Talk to Danielle, I sit down with Audra Phelps who helps former Mormon mothers navigate the difficult journey of healing after religious trauma. We explore the emotional weight of leaving a high-demand religion, overcoming guilt, rebuilding confidence, and cr...

What if your child's behavior isn't the problem, but the clue? In this episode of Talk to Danielle, Danielle C Baker explores how your child's behaviour is a form of communication and how shifting from correction to curiosity can transform the way you parent.   Learn what your child's behaviour may be telling you, how your own responses influence emotional regulation, and practical ways to respond...

The topic of raw food diet can be quite controversial. In this episode, my guest Axay Shah, joins me as he sheds some light on the misunderstood lifestyle choice, walks us through the process of how our body responds to plant-based raw food nutrition, and gives us great information and tips on how to transition into Raw Food Diet.   He also shares some down-to-Earth wisdom on how to drown out the...

What happens when your parenting doesn't reflect the values that matter most to you? In this episode of Talk to Danielle, Danielle C Baker explores why even the most loving parents can find themselves reacting in ways that don't align with who they want to be.   Discover how stress, nervous system overload, and old patterns create a gap between our intentions and our actions, and learn practical s...

There is no such thing as Perfect Parenting but there is such a thing as Present Parenting.   Rachel Russell from Quite Frankly Coaching joins me this week to help us understanding our children's behaviours and needs in terms we can all understand.   From getting over what we expected our children to be before we had them, to bringing everything back to what truly matters when things feel out of c...

PTSD is not a life sentence. As long as you are ready to do something about it and find someone trained specifically in PTSD to guide you through it.   Faust Ruggiero joins me this week, sharing some of the most important points on how to get started in your healing journey and how to help your loved one get the support they need. Faust gives us absolute gold in this episode, opening up a conversa...

Anxiety, trauma, blocks, and habits we can't seem to be able to shake off. We are covering it all in this episode.   Tim Shurr joins me in this episode to share the framework he has perfected to can help us move ahead of our blocks. Tim gives us gold here by walking us through some changes we can make in our lives now that will have a long-lasting impact on what we want to build for ourselves and...

What does Australia's social media ban for children under 16 really mean for families? In this powerful conversation, we look beyond the headlines to examine how the digital world is shaping children's brain development, mental health, emotional well-being, and social connections. My guest, Dr. Sajita Setia, explains why this ban presents a valuable opportunity for parents and educators to underst...

What if one of the most powerful leadership skills isn’t strategy but emotional intelligence?   In this episode, Ellie Laliberte helps us explore why emotional intelligence is the foundation of leadership. From raising resilient children to guiding teams, organizations, and future leaders, she breaks it all down.   Ellie shares practical insights on helping youth, professionals, and CEOs recognize...

You didn’t fall off track. You fell back into pattern.   In this episode of Talk to Danielle, Danielle C Baker explores why old parenting patterns resurface under stress, what your nervous system is really doing in those moments, and how awareness (not pressure) is the first step toward lasting change. If you’ve been questioning how you’re showing up lately, this conversation will help you underst...

In this deeply moving episode, we explore how mediumship can offer comfort, healing, and connection to families navigating grief.   With over 30 years of experience supporting individuals through crisis, loss, and trauma, my guest, Barbra Banner, shares how she now helps people reconnect with loved ones who have passed on, bringing messages of love, peace, and reassurance.   Through compassion, wi...

Blending a family takes more than good intentions, it takes patience, empathy, and the right approach.   In this episode, Karine Di Cesare joins me as we explore how stepparents can gently find their place within the family, build meaningful connections with their stepchildren, and create a sense of stability without overstepping.   We also dive into how to maintain peace with the other parent and...

Are you busy… or actually moving forward? In this powerful episode, we’re shifting the conversation around time management. Because it’s not about doing more, it’s about doing what truly matters.   My guest, Jill Wright walks us through how to stop filling our schedules just to feel productive and start focusing our energy on what aligns with our values, our goals, and our life.   We dive into sim...

This episode holds an extremely important message from a parent whose name had to be removed from the episode due to her son's school calling her in for a meeting once this episode was Live. She has been advocating and fighting for her autistic son's basic rights since he started school. The unfortunate reality of too many autism parents.   Imagine! A parent who works with 8 therapists for her son...

This conversation needs to happen to address the reality that Autism Parent Burnout is not comparable to any other form of burnout. Dealing with extreme chronic stress, social isolation, and guilt, autism parents are truly underserved for support and resources.   In this episode, Danielle identifies the most common signs that an autism parent is facing this form of burnout, the main causes for Aut...

Not being a "perfect" parent is exactly where real connection begins. In this episode, I sit down with parenting coach, Gayathri Vamsi, who helps families repair and rebuild their bond after reactive moments. We dive into the power of asking for help, why it actually makes you a stronger parent, and how to navigate the tough realization that parenting doesn’t always look the way we imagined.   If...

How do you feel when you are getting ready to head over to work on Monday? In this episode, we explore what it really means to hit reset on success.   So many high-achieving parents find themselves chasing goals that once mattered, only to realize they feel burned out, disconnected, or completely misaligned.   My guest, Bill Amirault shares a powerful framework to help you step back, reflect on ho...

In this episode, Cameron Allen brings a powerful neuroscience approach to helping families navigate physical and mental health challenges.   By making complex medical scans accessible to everyone and easy to understand, he helps parents gain clearer insight into what may be happening in their child’s brain so they can make informed decisions about their care and support.   We talk on how parents c...

What if the habit that changes your parenting, leadership, and entire life isn’t productivity?   In this episode of Talk to Danielle, Danielle C Baker breaks down the one internal shift that transforms how you respond to stress, show up for your children, lead others, and navigate everyday pressure. If adding more habits hasn’t worked for you, this conversation will not only show you why but will...

What happens when all you can do is focus on the negative? When you reach a point when you are DONE but realize that nothing changes. How many times do you need to be "done" to start doing something about it?   My guest this week, Denise Frenette, walks us through how to manage those moments when we are not proud of how we showed up for our children and how to make peace with how our parents showe...