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Exploring the healthy use of technology and devices. Produced by Knox Grammar School, Sydney, Australia. www.knox.nsw.edu.au
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Parents! We CAN change the world, starting with the way we're parenting our future. Up to this point in history, children have been seen as less than and parented in a way that uses power over a child. Most of us were parented in this way but there is a shift in thinking about the way we raise our kids. Parents don’t feel good about using shame, blame, criticism, punishments, and even rewards, to get their kids to listen. Parents are wanting a different way because they know from their own c ...
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When I first recorded this episode it was in response to the mass shooting at Robb Elementary that was preceded by the supermarket shooting days earlier. With gun violence on the rise, more mass shootings, war in many countries, there is no time better than now to help our kids understand and make sense of what seems like senseless violence. Please…
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In this episode, I’m talking about eating disorders, what they are, the different kinds, why they develop, what are at their core and how you can support your child. My guest is Dr. Elizabeth Easton who is an expert in this area. She wants you to know that there is hope for those who are suffering, those that love them, and treatment is possible. D…
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Bedwetting is no joke when it impacts your child. In fact, my guest on this episode, considers it a “life spoiling issue.” It’s not just your child wetting the bed, it’s our reaction to it that is usually based in fear and leads us to shame or punish the child. Before you read any further, you must know that this is NOT.YOUR.CHILD’S.FAULT nor is it…
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What’s for dinner? The question that is asked around the world in every single family! For me personally, it’s enough to make my head spin. I know many of my listeners struggle with dinner planning, options and variety. Thankfully we have people like Jessica Formicola to help us navigate meal decision paralysis! My guest is founder of Savory Experi…
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Apart from our 5 senses, we have THREE MORE that we were most likely never taught about! I always say that parenting is the hardest, most important job we do and we do it with no training or basic understanding about the way the brain, nervous system or sensory system works (not to mention developmental stages) so it’s no wonder we are so often per…
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My guest for this episode is Kyle Carnohan who has gone from being a stressed out, sleep deprived and angry dad of five and husband, to being a fitness powerhouse, connected dad, loving husband and purpose driven man. Kyle is here to talk about changing the lives of dads who have found themselves complacent in their lives and living without drive a…
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In this episode of "Parenting Our Future," I am talking to one of my most favorite people in the world! I’m so excited to share my conversation with the wonderful Katie Keen, a homeschooling expert and advocate. Join me as we explore the world of homeschooling and discover some amazing hacks that can make this educational journey a success for your…
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It’s every parent’s worst nightmare…to find out someone has physically or sexually abused your child. It’s gut wrenching, heartbreaking; enraging. Unfortunately it’s a topic we have to talk to our children about so they know what to do, and who to tell. But of course, it’s not as easy as that. My guest, Dr. Tiffanie Tate is an abuse survivor who wa…
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We all know that divorce can cause trauma in your children’s lives but there is a way through that doesn’t have to leave a path of destruction in its wake. My guest, Janet Price, is helping divorced and divorcing couples do exactly that. She helps parents to consciously co-parent so they can rise above pettiness, and build skills to communicate and…
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Get ready to meet ADHD Royalty, Peter Shankman! He is known globally for his entrepreneurial prowess, and work on educating himself and the world about ADHD. I’ve known of Peter’s work for years and it’s truly an honour to speak with him! He wants both kids and parents to know that a diagnosis of ADHD doesn’t mean you’re broken, but brilliant! That…
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I'm back with Dana Kay from the ADHD Thrive Institute. Today, we're diving into some helpful tips on reducing ADHD symptoms naturally. If you missed our previous chat on diet and nutrition, you will find the link to that episode below. In this episode, we are talking about inflammation, the root of many health issues, including ADHD symptoms. Diet …
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I like to share guests and stories that are uplifting, helpful and inspiring but sometimes a subject is so important that it needs a special focus. The crisis that’s taking place in the adoption and foster care system is something my guest, Jenell Jones knows all too well. A mom of seven; three bio, two bonus (step child and nephew) and two adopted…
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Educational environments for students with disabilities range from a complete denial of formal educational services to equal participation in all aspects of the education system. Educational experiences of students with disabilities fall into one of four categories: exclusion, segregation, integration and inclusive. (from the Alana Report) My guest…
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I’m sure you can guess that one of the top three issues causing conflict in families is technology. How much we use it, when, where, and on which devices and apps. The problem isn’t going away, but solutions are getting better and better! Meet Forest Bronzan who is the CEO at Digital Detox! Forest is clear that in no way is he or his company anti t…
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You might not think this episode is for you…but I PROMISE you, you will want to hear it! I am forever changed by this conversation with my guest, Chris Jankulovski. As I write these show notes, after our conversation, I’m vibrating with excitement, gratitude, inspiration and love. Chris has a very rare condition that (along with some teenage shenan…
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It's no surprise that so many of us have been struggling with our mental health for all the reasons you already know. Growing up today is no joke and we are all navigating a generation of kids who have never not had a device, access to the internet or social media. My guest is Dr. Deborah Offner, a child psychologist and author, provides valuable i…
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This interview blew my mind!! You are going to love it! And not only that, you’re going to want to share it with everyone you know! Cyber security expert, Maria-Kristina is my guest and not only does she have an impressive resume (worked at the Pentagon to name one), she is so fun to talk to! We are talking about how to protect your family from cyb…
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It’s pretty obvious that when your child has sleep issues, you take them to the dentist…right? Well, as counterintuitive as that might sound, it might be the one thing you never knew about that could literally change your life, and most importantly, your child’s! Sleep is a HUGE issue for parents from the moment our kids are born all the way throug…
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If you want a boost of positivity, enthusiasm and encouragement, you have come to the right episode! I’m over the moon excited to introduce you to the three women behind, “I Believe in Me” which is a mentorship program for tween girls! We are hearing it more and more, that mental health in girls is declining because of multiple factors. When we can…
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I know the subject of racism makes many people uncomfortable; myself included. As a white woman, I am trying to better understand the history of racism in North America and how it has created our present reality. In this episode, I’m talking to David Mura, who is an accomplished writer and subject matter expert. He and I discuss what “whiteness” is…
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When it comes to Black History, there are so many stories that aren’t told. You can’t know what you don’t know or what is ignored. We aren’t here to talk about the past trauma of Black History in North America, but rather, their strengths and triumphs. In this episode, I’m talking to Dr. Crystal Menzies about honouring the history of slavery forced…
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How many times has your child come to you with questions that have left you feeling at a loss for what to say? Thankfully, my guest, Dr. Lauren Starnes, has you covered! In this episode, Dr. Starnes and I talk about how to talk about hard things with our children. We are talking about miscarriage, death of a pet, divorce, and gun violence. Regardle…
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My guest, Stephanie Malia Krauss, is an expert on helping you help your kiddos to thrive in this complicated world! How do we make sure our kids are well? We have a youth mental health crisis. How can we support them to support their mental wellbeing? Stephanie, as a mom, she wants her own kids to thrive so what she shares comes straight from her m…
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The last thing you want for your kids is for them to start their life off as an adult buried in debt (like a lot of us were!). It doesn’t have to be that way! Even a small amount can add up to tens of thousands of dollars for your child when they become adults! This can be the start of generational wealth! It’s possible for anyone! My guest Ksenia …
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You read that right! Too often we thing when we struggle, have stress and anxiety, there is something WRONG with us! That we might have a mental illness…but what if it was actually something else entirely? Dr. Sasha Heinz is not only BRILLIANT, she will help you see things in a completely different way! We start out by talking about self-compassion…
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I’m celebrating the 200th episode of my podcast! I can't even believe it! This episode is for all the moms who listen to my show and follow my work. I’m forever grateful to you. I’m just a mom who loves her kids and felt so lost and overwhelmed when I became a parent. I know that moms bear the brunt of societal pressure and we receive so much judge…
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When you are faced with a diagnosis given to your child, it can feel like the rug has been pulled out from under you or, conversely, you might feel relieved! Whether you feel like the diagnosis has confirmed your suspicions, or you feel angry, confused and grief, all of it is normal and natural and OK! BUT the one thing that isn’t ok, is you not ta…
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As we’re moving closer to summer break, it’s the perfect time to look at your kids’ screen use, gaming habits and the apps they’re using. Chances are that your kids will be spending more time on screens when they’re off for the summer, than in any other time of the year. In this episode, I’m talking to Titania Jordan who’s the CMO and Chief Parent …
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We hear a lot about the nervous system these days, but what is it we are actually talking about? Before talking to my guest, Lauren Isaacs, I had a basic knowledge of the nervous system but she’s made me understand it’s workings and purpose in a whole new way! We are talking about “Polyvagal Theory” which is all about learning the biological order …
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If you are reading this right now, take it as a sign. As an invitation to stop for a minute, and check in about your own needs and if you’re meeting them. The costs of not meeting your needs is too high to ignore. MANY MOMS are struggling and it’s costing them their happiness, peace, patience, physical and mental wellbeing, relationships, connectio…
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I get this question a lot. Sometimes people ask me because they know they want to be more peaceful, but some people ask because they think it means raising kids who are entitled snowflakes. I get it, and frankly, I wasn’t sure if it was for me until I understood what it was all about. In a “full circle moment” I'm interviewing Kiva Shuler, the CEO …
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Can you really change your reality by changing the way you see a situation? My guest, Laura Noel says YES! In fact, the truth of this is not theory, it’s backed by scientific evidence. Do you have a situation you’re struggling with? What are your thoughts about it? How does it make you feel? What are your emotions? What do you “do” as a result of t…
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Can you overcome fear and anxiety? The answer is a huge YES! My guest Dr. Friedemann, is going to show you exactly how to do it! In this episode, I have the most interesting conversation with Dr. Friedemann, that at times, his answers left me speechless. He talks about how powerful our subconscious mind is and how it’s always operating in the backg…
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If you have a child with ADHD, you know how hard it can be to parent them. In fact, it’s exhausting! Well…parenting your ADHD kiddos are about to get a lot easier! Dr. Melissa Dvorsky is my guest and she is an EXPERT among experts in the area of ADHD and organizational management for kids to help them improve time management and planning skills, im…
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Did you know that the most popular content on YouTube is kid's videos? How often are your kids on the platform watching videos? How often are you? Not only am I on YouTube with my channel, Parenting for Connection, my kids are also users. I say this to let you know I’m not vilifying or judging the millions of people who watch. It is however, import…
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Did you know that if your child poops less than 3x a week, they’re constipated? As a mom, I talk about poop more than I ever thought I would! But there’s so much to talk about!! It’s especially important when there is a lack of poop = constipation! That’s what I’m talking about in this episode! I’m talking to Dietitian, Raquel Papu (pronounced Papo…
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This is one “talk” we can’t avoid…The Money Talk! Things have changed so much about the way we interact with money (who even carries cash anymore!?). What is money anyway? Is it bitcoin, crypto currency or is money still money? What is inflation? What is Shrinkflation? We are talking about all things money so your kids can have a healthy understand…
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There are so many good Dads out there so I want to cover this topic carefully. The fact is that I have so many questions from moms asking how to get their husbands more involved, and to help out more. So many complain that their partners aren’t equal partners and that leads to resentment, frustration and anger. If your husband is disengaged in pare…
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Did you know that we aren’t meant to be happy all the time? Did you know we are set up for rewards? So much of what we do as humans is because of the way our brains are wired. It explains so much! And most importantly, it explains so much about our kids! I love talking about the brain and in this episode, I’m talking to Dr. Loretta Breuning who is …
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How do we make sense of the information we are surrounded by when it’s so divisive, polarizing and confusing? What if we have fallen victim to disinformation and we feel embarrassed that we did? How do we teach our kids the truth if we don’t even know what’s fact or fiction? My guest is the author of the book, What the Fact and is a medical doctor,…
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No parent looks forward to “The Talk” with their kids! We would rather talk about their mental, physical and emotional development instead of their sexual development!! The truth is that when kids view the topic of sex as normal, not weird or secret, they are more likely to feel better about who they are as a person and make better decisions. My gu…
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It’s so important to understand that we all feel fear and anxiety. Fear is meant to protect us and keep us safe so when our kids are scared, we need to reassure them that it’s normal and natural. We want to honour their feeling but we also want them to know that they can manage their fears and control their unhelpful thoughts. This helps kids feel …
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Climate change is on all of our minds and it’s hard not to feel overwhelmed, depressed and helpless about the state of the planet…but you don’t have to feel that way anymore! I’m super pumped to talk and introduce my guests and co-founders of The Cool Down (www.thecooldown.com) Anna Robertson and Nina Tooly. These moms have gone from sharing green …
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If you have a child with ADHD, chances are, your child’s behavior has changed the way you thought your family would be together. ADHD can cause a child to have severe tantrums, intense hyperactivity, uncontrollable impulsivity and can toggle between lack of focus and intense focus. It turns out there is a huge connection between certain foods and i…
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There are MILLIONS of kids with food allergies in the US, and in Canada, 1 in 2 households are impacted by food allergies. This is a huge topic and I’m thrilled to have one of the foremost experts, Dr. Rania Nasis, on to talk about what allergies are, and what we can do to support kids with allergies and their parents. In this episode, Rania and I …
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What if you have worked for 20 years to get your dream job, at the top of your field, only to realize the hustle, 12-hour days, and big paycheque aren’t what you ever wanted. This is what my guest, Jamie Fiore Higgins, lived. She didn’t just have the hustle, she also endured a toxic workplace where she was expected to tolerate misogynistic comments…
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How many times have you said to your child, “how was your day?” only to be met with one-word answers or grunts? Well, we are aiming to end that, so you can have meaningful conversations with your kids now, and always! My guest is Rebecca Rolland who has over a decade of experience in speech and language and is a mom to two, so she understands how h…
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Can you imagine if every girl was raised to become a leader in her own life and didn’t feel like they had to chase their worth? As parents, I know all of us feel the enormous responsibility of raising kids to be strong adults in this ever-changing and complicated world. Thankfully, we have Nellie Harden to help us raise them! Nellie helps parents o…
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Why would hackers even care about me!? If you’ve said that to yourself (like I have), you need to listen up! There are some simple things you can do to keep your information safe and private from people who wish to do you harm. My guest Cathy Pedrayes is an expert in safety and online safety. She’s sharing simple tips and tricks to keeping yourself…
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Who wants some SCREEN FREE options for your kids that are FUN? Allow me to introduce you to Tonies if you don’t know of them already! They are fun and learning all wrapped up in an adorable and durable box! Not only are the fun to play with, you can use them as a way to bring family together through story, and use them as a screen free way to do be…
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