The Parenting 411

Join us in a compelling episode of The Parenting 411 Podcast as we sit down with Patrick Murphy, a decorated former Army soldier, the first Iraq War veteran elected to Congress, and the 32nd Under Secretary of the U.S. Army. Patrick brings his wealth of experience to the table to discuss a topic close to his heart: nurturing grit in children. In a world often defined by instant gratification, teac...

You are in for a thought-provoking conversation with Jade Simmons, the renowned pianist, success strategist, and author of "Purpose - The Remix. We explore the transformative realm of purposeful parenting, where Jade's groundbreaking concepts meet the challenges and joys of raising children. She challenges us to reimagine purpose and apply its principles to our parenting journey. How can we align...

Join us as we dive into a wealth of wisdom and expertise on navigating the back-to-school season with confidence. Our host, Carol Muleta, is a renowned parenting consultant and the creative force behind The Parenting 411® – a trusted resource hub that equips parents with the knowledge they need. In this episode, Carol addresses essential topics for the back-to-school season, from establishing effe...

In this insightful episode, we are joined by Angela Williams, a mental resilience coach, mother of four adult sons, and a dedicated advocate for exceptional children. Angela shares her wisdom on building mental resilience, nurturing positive energy, and balancing the many facets of life, all while raising and advocating for her son with cerebral palsy. From practical advice on managing stress and...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Paul McNeil, a homeschooling advocate and expert in customer retention marketing and digital transformation. Dr. McNeil shares his personal journey of being homeschooled from 5th grade through college and the profound impact it had on his academic and career success. Discover how his unique perspective, combined with his interdisciplinary approach and cutting-...

In this episode, we explore the world of homeschooling with Dr. Catherine Read, a psychologist, author, and advocate of the Waldorf Method. Discover how Dr. Read's personal journey led her to homeschool her daughters using the Waldorf curriculum and how this approach aligns with parenting principles. Gain valuable insights into the benefits, challenges, and transformative power of homeschooling. J...

In this episode, join us as we sit down with education expert Morgan Ryza to explore the world of homeschooling. Discover the reasons behind the increasing number of parents opting for homeschooling, the benefits it offers for both parents and children, and the challenges they may face along the way. Gain valuable insights and practical tips from Morgan's personal experience as a homeschooling par...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Keisha Nelson, Educational Outreach Coordinator at Howard University, as we explore the power of awakening creativity and empowering parents to make learning a fun and engaging experience for their children. Keisha shares her personal journey and how her passion for education has shaped her work, particularly during the early days of the pandemic when...

In this episode of The Parenting 411 Podcast, we take a look at the world of family wellness with Nicole Berschback, co-founder of The Total Potential. Join us as we explore Nicole's inspiring journey to becoming a family coach and her unique approach to creating a culture of wellness for parents and couples. Discover how Nicole empowers families to reach their total potential, both as individuals...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Nicole Mason, a remarkable lawyer, businesswoman, minister, and author. In this episode, we explore the powerful intersection of faith and mental health for moms, uncovering how faith and perseverance can guide and uplift us in the face of the unique challenges of motherhood. Dr. Mason shares her own experiences and insights, offering guidance and enc...

Welcome to our podcast episode featuring Danielle Craddock, Non-Profit Consultant and the founder of Girls Inspired & Ready to Lead (GIRL). In this empowering conversation, we explore Danielle's background and the journey that led her to establish GIRL—an organization dedicated to helping young women identify their passions and pursue their dream careers. We also learn the inspiration behind h...

Join us for an insightful episode as we sit down with an esteemed expert, Sam Hassell, founder of Westchester Prep, a renowned tutoring and advisory company specializing in college admissions. In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of the competitive college admissions landscape, uncovering what it takes for students to stand out and gain acceptance into their dream schools. Sam shares his...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Gina Duncan, the lead mental health expert for The Steve Fund, to shed light on the unique mental health challenges faced by college students of color. Dr. Duncan discusses the vital work of The Steve Fund, an organization dedicated to promoting mental health support for young people of color. We examine the impact of recent events, such as the pandemic, racial...

In this episode, we speak with two licensed clinicians who specialize in maternal mental health for Black women, Tiffany Bishop and Whitney Coble, co-founders of Raising Resilience. We discuss the increasing reports of disparate maternal health outcomes for Black mothers and the resulting mental health challenges during pregnancy, delivery, and post-partum. We explore the unique challenges that Bl...

In today's episode, I will sit down with Amberlee Venti to explore the mental health challenges that some women may face when breastfeeding and discuss strategies for coping and seeking support. Amberlee is the CEO and Co-Founder of Pippy Sips, the creators of the award-winning all-in-one storing, cooling and monitoring system for breastmilk (Maia ®). Amberlee has spent her entire professional car...

Join us in this episode as we talk to Sophia A. Nelson, Esq. - an award-winning author, journalist, and speaker - about the challenges that parents, especially moms, face when it comes to taking care of themselves. We'll discuss not only the physical and logistical barriers, but also the mental blocks that hinder us from prioritizing our own well-being. Ms. Nelson is a contributing editor to theGr...

Our guest today is Dr. LaToya Wiggins, a wellness advocate and self-care strategist for busy Christian moms. Dr. Wiggins shares her personal journey of transitioning from feeling worn out to winning and how she is now passionate about coaching women of faith with children to adopt healthy habits using biblical principles. Dr. Wiggins firmly believes that no woman should struggle to take care of he...

Meet Donald James, retired NASA engineer and author of "Manners Will Take You Where Brains and Money Won't: Lessons from 35 Years at NASA and Momma’s Wisdom". We explore the concept of "good manners" and their significance in our daily lives and why it’s so important that we teach them to our children. Donald James shares his experiences on how having good manners helped him in his career, and why...

Today, I sat down with Brad Baldridge, a college financial planning expert, to talk about financing strategies for parents. He shares valuable insights and strategies that parents can use to plan ahead, so they can finance their children's education. His strategies cover the various stages of a child’s life, allowing parents to consider various options for covering their children’s college costs....

Meet Jill Wright, Alignment Coach, Mindset Mentor, and Time Management Guru. She helps women get clarity by identifying their mindset blocks and helping them reconnect with their inner selves in the midst of managing real-world commitments to career, family and parenting. Tune in to learn her strategies for moms that will help you better manage your time, you calendar, and your life. Learn more ab...

Over 69 million U.S. households have dogs. They bring a lot of joy, energy, and companionship into your home. Dogs can be great fun for kids and a source of rewarding life experiences. But, let's be honest. Dogs also bring extra WORK to your already full plate. The benefits usually outweigh the challenges IF you're prepared. I invited professional dog trainer, Jake Schneider to sit down with me to...

Our country is facing a literacy crisis with 130 million adults reading below 6th grade level according to the U.S. Department of Education. At the other end of the continuum, Prosperity for All reports that only 35% of public school students in the U.S. are proficient readers by 4th grade. Literacy attainment, and academic achievement are two vital catalysts for a population's growth, economicall...

Conflict is inevitable. We are unique individuals with different personalities, perspectives, and plans about what happens to us and around us. Resolution of our differences can be tense, uncomfortable, and downright maddening. We see conflict in the professional world with contentious legal cases, mediation proceedings, and workplace disputes. We also see conflict in our personal interactions. Un...

Among the top concerns parents have today, keeping their children healthy ranks at the top of the list. Nutrition is a critical tool in meeting this need. With today's busy lifestyles, families often find themselves eating on the go or consuming easy-to-prepare, processed foods at home. Done to excess, these practices can lead to very unhealthy outcomes for kids like obesity, diabetes, poor brain...

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, an estimated 25 to 50 percent of children and 40 percent of adolescents experience sleep problems. The quality of sleep our children get affects attention, cognitive performance, mood, resiliency, vocabulary acquisition, learning and memory. Not only that, a recent study found that getting a solid seven hours of sleep at night could add up to 5 year...