Parenting with PLAY!

Have you ever argued with your partner about parenting? Most parents have and it's one of the big topics that clients usually want to talk or vent about. This is especially an issue when you're following a different approach to the norm, and maybe you've even questioned whether it's worth implementing it if your partner is not 100% on board.In this episode I talk with fel

If you've ever tried to give your child the ideal day by throwing a birthday party or taking them on an exciting trip, only for them to have a meltdown or complain, then this episode is for you.In it, Devon Harris shares about how about a day spent doing mundane things with her son led him to declare it was "the best day ever"So what was it about that day that had such a profound i

You are going to LOVE this episode. This is a very honest, raw and hopeful conversation with Michelle Puster, a long-term client of mine who is a therapist and Mom of 3 (including twins).Michelle opens up about how challenging life was with 3 children under 2 and the rage, shame, depression and anxiety she experienced.This difficult time led her to eventually find Hand in Hand

When you first start parenting this different way, you're probably worried about how your children will turn out and whether you can trust the process.In this episode, I have a heartfelt chat with Vivian Viester about the challenges and revelations of parenting, especially with teenagers. Vivian shares her journey of discovering Aware Parenting and what she's learned, especially wh

Parenting is such an important job and of course you want to do it really well.But sometimes you don't know what to do when your child is being challenging. And sometimes you can focus so much on the serious things, that you lose sight of what life and parenting is actually about - which is to be enjoyed! Find out how you can bring more silliness throughout your day, and how t

If your child has ever said "Nobody will play with me" you'll know how heart-wrenching it is to hear your child struggling. Especially when you remember what it was like for you at school. So in today's episode I share what I did when my son (6) said that to me and how I helped him.This episode is a powerful one because social struggles are a big reason why children don't want to g

Are you having the same old New Year Resolutions such as lose weight or earn more money?They can feel a bit boring and uninspiring, don't they?Instead, how would it be to instead focus on the one thing that actually determines the quality of your life?In this episode we dive into just that. You’ll hear: What's really important to have a fulfilling lifeWhat to focus on w

Unless it's pesto pasta, fish & chips or pizza, George, 8, will complain about what I've cooked for dinner.Earlier this week, I could see that he needed to offload some big feelings he was carrying.  He'd been quick to temper for a while and so I used his refusal to eat my (delicious!) dinner to help him with his upset.I set the limit and I listened to his rage....In this

There's so much pressure to be the "perfect" mum. But, what is "perfect"? And is your desire to be perfect resulting in you feeling like a failure?This episode will dive into what most mum's feel, and how you can turn that around.Helena Mooney is a Parenting & Life Coach dedicated to helping your family AND you thrive.Book: 1:1 Mentoring SessionJoin: Annoying to AMAZING! Online

If you find it hard to be playful with your child, then this episode is going to help.Because it's hard! And often you probably would rather do anything - ANYTHING! - than sit and play with your child one more time.....You're not alone and it's totally understandable.And.....there are things you can do to become more playful. It's not a case of you being that type of pers