Parent Differently with Gratitude: The Podcast
Podcast Guests
Exploring the impact of thoughts on parental self-worth, gain insights into parenting outcomes and children's behavior in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Laura Froyen.
Looking to establish a nightly gratitude routine? Discover how to pair gratitude with your existing bedtime routine to make it an enjoyable habit that you look forward to. Plus, learn how to reward yourself for sticking to your new routine and make it easy to adapt, just like James Clear suggests in his book Atomic Habits.
Food is a big issue for parents, from toddlers to teenagers. And that’s why my conversation with Alison Mountford in Episode 20 is so important. We talk about picky eaters vs. opinionated ones. Hobbies and habits help us pause and combat entitlement by teaching children the valuable skill of waiting, whether tending a garden or cooking a simple meal.
Our question today is the following: My almost 4-year-old has developed a bad habit of waking in the middle of the night and coming into my room to ask for water, milk, etc, every night, and I am exhausted. What do I do? Also, should I hire a night doula to get some sleep, and then they can teach him not to get up?
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Exploring the impact of thoughts on parental self-worth, gain insights into parenting outcomes and children's behavior in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Laura Froyen.
What if I told you that your toddler’s crusty nose could be a great source of happiness and well-being? You would probably say gross, Stef.
Learn how to parent with gratitude by following the simple equation of Intention + Attention + Action + Repetition = Results. Start with setting a GoodAF Mom Intention, such as being a happier and kinder person.
Recently I decided to ask the ChatGPT AI machine the question: How does Gratitude Improve Parenting? I know from personal experience that gratitude has improved my relationship with my kids, self, and partner — but I wanted to hear what the research AI had to say.
You'll want to read this if you're looking to improve your mindfulness practice. After 20 years of supporting parents, I share why "practical" mindfulness is the only way to approach it. Learn how to shift your awareness and become more present in your life by noticing what you tend to put on cruise control.
Looking to establish a nightly gratitude routine? Discover how to pair gratitude with your existing bedtime routine to make it an enjoyable habit that you look forward to. Plus, learn how to reward yourself for sticking to your new routine and make it easy to adapt, just like James Clear suggests in his book Atomic Habits.
A fresh take on motherhood can follow these steps reflecting, remembering, and reorientating, which will lead to new growth.
I love it. It’s such a simple formula — but of course, instead of a Hot Girl Walk, I go on Hot Mom Walks. My Hot Mom Walks are filled with gratitude, and also self-confidence boosting hip swings, but also I like to reflect on my goals for my self-growth…
According to psychologists, burnout is a physiological and psychological state we can reach when the following things go off the rails: Sleep, Healthy Choices (whatever that means to you), Resources, and Support. A state means it’s temporary - which is a good thing, right? That’s our first step out of the tunnel. Perspective to see that even though everything is a mess and so heavy and demanding, it is temporary can help.
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