Parenting in the Chaos: When There’s No Time to Be Calm | [Mini-Episode]
Brain-Based Strategies: How to Help Kids Calm Down | [Mini-Episode]
Hitting & Biting: How the Right Consequence Might Be Simpler Than You Think
And when hitting or biting happens, it’s completely natural if all your mama or papa bear instincts come out to protect their siblings. However, so often, when thinking about appropriate “consequences” for hitting, biting, and other aggressive behavior, what you’re actually looking for is a punishment that will teach your child a lesson. It’s normal […]
The Goal Was to Ask More Questions and Tell Less, But…
The road to becoming the parent you want to be can be quite bumpy as you let go of old habits.
6 Practical Tips to Tame Your Temper
God offers His wonderful grace and peace for your heart so you can overflow to your child in the messes of family life. Although “pray first” may sound like the “Sunday School answer,” it’s incredibly powerful! Simply taking a moment to stop and pray can work wonders for calming yourself and remembering your larger goals […]
Why “Calm Down!” Doesn’t Work | Ep. 110
what’s happening in your child’s brain and body that makes them not want to calm down how your good intentions to make your child stop or take a break during a meltdown can actually escalate emotions empathy’s role in helping your child feel understood and able to move through big emotions so they want to […]
Help! My Kids Are Constantly Fighting
Teaching true reconciliation in your home
My Child Won’t Calm Down | Ep. 1
“My child won’t calm down!” Have you ever said these words? Perhaps even this morning? 😉 On this Connected Families Podcast episode we discuss this relevant parenting concern and provide steps that you can take to move forward with grace and connection. Our guest today is parenting expert, and Connected Families co-founder, Lynne Jackson, OTR. […]
Connected Families Podcast
Welcome to the Connected Families Podcast! We are committed to bringing you content that will challenge, encourage, and equip you to be the thoughtful and confident parent you long to be. Beginning June 19th, the Connected Families podcast will be coming your way! Season 1 explores the question, “What should I do when…..?” . Subscribe […]
Staying Connected With Your Teen
How can you stay connected to your teen when they push you away? Learn how to build security and connected even when it’s hard.