The Happy Human Life

Jul 10 2024 27 ep. 16 mins 6
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We are husband and wife, parents of four, trying to make evidence-based parenting practices accessible to all. Drawing from our expertise in the areas of Psychology and Occupational Therapy, we’re here to share our real-world challenges to give you actionable tips, tools, and strategies that will make your parenting journey more joyful, purposeful, and fulfilling. Our goal is to educate, empower, and inspire you. You are NOT alone on this incredible adventure of parenting and personal growth. Together, we'll embark on a journey towards a more balanced, meaningful, and Happy Human Life.

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How to handle your kids hitting and kicking during a meltdown

Jul 10 2024 3 mins  
"My child will punch and kick during a meltdown and it feels like I can't give them any support. What can I do to help them when they get this way?" In this episode, we talk about CALMY RIDING THE WAVE. When your kid is in meltdown mode and throwing punches and kicks, we need to do our best to maintain our cool at all costs. It’s not just about keeping everyone safe, but also abo

How to get your partner on board

Jun 26 2024 2 mins  
“It’s been hard for me and my partner to get on the same page with the kids. We have different ideas on boundaries and discipline, and it's been causing a lot of tension between us. What can we do?” In this episode, we dig into the tip of: LEADING WITH VALIDATION. Understanding and acknowledging each other’s feelings and beliefs will always be the first step in finding comm

How to conquer the bedtime routine

Jun 19 2024 3 mins  
Struggle getting your kids to listen when it's time to get ready for bed? We hear you! It’s been a near-nightly struggle for us over the past 12 years with our four kids. So… our big tip… LEVERAGE PLAY. Transforming the bedtime routine into a fun and engaging experience will capture our kids' interest, but more importantly, their cooperation. As a quick example… our toddler

How to motivate your kids to listen

Jun 12 2024 2 mins  
If you struggle getting your kids to listen and follow through with even the simplest tasks, then this episode is for you! It can be SO frustrating to feel like you're being ignored or to be met with constant whining, so in this episode, we discuss strategies to motivate your kids to listen without resorting to threats or nagging. We start by emphasizing the importance of LEADING W

Saving our kids from diet culture

May 29 2024 3 mins  
Have you ever wondered how to handle situations where family members label foods as "good" or "bad" in front of your children? In this episode, we dig into the following question from our community: "My mother-in-law is always labeling foods as good or bad in front of our daughter. She came home yesterday telling me that Grammy said, 'All I eat is junk food.' How do we handle this?

Should you threaten or punish your kids?

May 22 2024 3 mins  
Are you struggling with disciplining your children? Do you often find yourself using threats or removal of privileges as a quick fix to stop unwanted behavior? You're not alone! In this episode, we dive deep into the common parenting problem: "Should I be using removal punishment with my kids, or are there better ways?" We all know how challenging parenting is, and it's easy to fee

Navigating screen time with our kids

May 15 2024 3 mins  
Are you struggling to manage screen time in your household? Wondering how much is too much for your kids? In this episode, we explore the often asked question, "How much screen time is appropriate for my kids?" and we share our personal experiences and tips on finding the right balance. The American Academy of Pediatrics provides guidelines and limitations, but like many parents, w

Helicopter vs. free-range parenting

May 08 2024 2 mins  
“I’ve heard about helicopter versus free range parenting and I’m having a hard time finding a balance. How much freedom should we give our kids?” In this episode, we dig into the world of parenting styles as we discuss helicopter vs. free-range parenting. If you're struggling to find the right balance of freedom and guidance for your children, this one's for you! We start o

Kids testing boundaries?

May 01 2024 2 mins  
In this episode, we dive into a topic that every parent grapples with: kids testing boundaries. We discuss the challenging moments when our kids push limits and how we should respond to them. Is constant kindness and support realistic? Should empathy and understanding be unconditional? We all face those tough parenting moments when our kids are confrontational or are just getting u

How to get your kids to listen WITHOUT yelling

Apr 24 2024 6 mins  
In this "burning question" episode, we remind ourselves that our young children are still in the process of developing a slew of skills, so even though they don’t always follow directions immediately, we need to approach these situations with patience and empathy. We discuss the importance of first connecting with your child, spending a few minutes in their world before expecting