Today’s episode features guest Melissa Brown, talking about step parenting. You can find more of her over at Blended Family Podcast 😊 Melissa speaks about the challenge of the ex relationship, integrating biological children with step children, and bumps that arise in this complex dynamic. -Jealousy between children, and making everyone feel equal in terms of […]
Building Trust with Kids
Today’s episode, Building Trust with Kids, is about just that, TRUST! It’s what we ALL want, right!?! For our kids to bring us their thoughts, problems and troubles. To be that safe space, the one we wish we had. Episode guest Casey O’Roarty of Joyful Courage, is sharing her vulnerability with us today! She also […]
8 Lessons To Make Blended Families Work
Are you a blended family? Are you a parent who is dating? Do you have a teen who WANTS to date? This episode talks a bit about that too! ❤️ The lessons in this episode can be applied to ANY relationship that involves children (spouse, grandparents, steady caregivers) 😊 Navigating the introduction to the kids, and how […]
The Mindful Mother’s Way: From Burnout to Self-Care
Mommy burnout is something we can ALL relate to, weather people are saying it or not, no one has got it all figured out! Social media lets us “see behind the curtain” into others lives and parenting, which can be so helpful for support…. and it can also make you feel less than, like you’re […]
Mindful Communication: How To Find Your Voice, Speak Your Truth and Listen Deeply
About my guest Oren Jay Sofer teaches meditation and communication retreats and workshops nationally. A member of the Spirit Rock Teachers Council, he is a Certified Trainer of Nonviolent Communication, a Course Trainer at Mindful Schools, and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner for healing trauma. Oren also holds a degree in Comparative Religion from Columbia University […]
What NOT To Say and How To Say “No” Without Actually Saying It
What NOT to say to our kids seems like a simple idea but when it comes to real time interactions, we sometimes are not sure what to say. We could end up saying the “wrong” thing unintentionally. Also, it could be hard to say “no” to our kids without actually using the word “no”. Have […]