The Peaceful Parenting Podcast

How do you navigate sibling rivalry in an attempt to get attention, going to and from a divided home, and big emotions?    This can be overwhelming and like a lot to unpack. It’s important to emphasize empathy, connection and Special Time.   My guests for this week’s coaching call are Kayla and Cody, dad and step-mom to 10 year old Cayden and 6 year old Trenton. The main challenge they’re facing is that their older son gets upset when the younger one says or does things incorrectly and tries to help parent his younger brother -- a common challenge amongst siblings.   How do we navigate this? How do we ensure everyone’s big emotions are acknowledged with space to process them? Be sure to listen to the end to hear how it all went for Kayla and Cody!   We talk about:   The reason behind why our kids try and help us parent their siblings   Using Special Time to help mend sibling rivalry  Tips to managing screen time and transitioning from tasks with a buffer How to repair the relationship with your kids after yelling by accident Resources mentioned in this episode Sarah’s Stop Yelling Course: https://www.sarahrosensweet.com/stop-yelling-kids/  Learn about Special Time: https://www.sarahrosensweet.com/special-time/  Beyond Behaviours by Mona Delahooke: https://www.amazon.ca/Beyond-Behaviors-Compassion-Understand-Behavioral/dp/1683731190  The Explosive Child by Ross Greene: https://drrossgreene.com/the-explosive-child.htm Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/  On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/peacefulparentingfreegroup  https://www.sarahrosensweet.com: https://www.sarahrosensweet.com Book a short consult or coaching session call: https://book-with-sarah-rosensweet.as.me/schedule.php

How do we enjoy the holidays with our kids without worrying about if they’re being grateful enough for all they have?   How do we navigate gift-giving when trying to raise more conscious kids?   I know sometimes it can feel overwhelming. We may worry about the impact that gift-giving can have on our kids as they get older.   I brought on my three kids, Maxine, age 14, Asa, age 17, and Lee, age 20, to talk about the holidays when they were younger vs. now help parents navigate this with their own children.   Spoiler alert: you are already doing a great job!   Listen in as we talk about:   Why kids wanting presents is a normal thing    How to create family traditions that go deeper than gifts The post-holiday “let down” and how it can lead to more mindful kids When kids start to notice and feel gratitude and appreciation   Subscribe to my newsletter: www.sarahrosensweet.com/newsletter    Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com  Book a short consult or coaching session call  

Imagine going through life always wondering why it was so hard to “fit in”.    My guest this week is Kristy Forbes, and she shares with us how she was diagnosed with autism at the age of 33. As you’ll hear in our conversation, this was a life-changing moment for Kristy in terms of understanding why she had certain tendencies.    Kristy Forbes is an Australia based autism & neurodiversity support specialist with experience working with a range of clients both nationally and internationally.   Her work is informed by her extensive professional experience as an educator (Early Childhood, Primary and Secondary teaching), as an integration aide to children with social, emotional and behavioural differences, and as a childhood behavioural and family specialist.   Her most valuable insights, however, come from lived experience.   Kristy is autistic herself and also diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA).   She is a mother to four autistic children, ranging from 7 years to 23 years, all with varying autistic expression including non-speaking and PDA.   Listen in as we talk about: The definition of autism that Kristy embraces Why functioning labels are more harmful than helpful Tips to become a more inclusive person and create a more inclusive society Why parents can be fearful of telling their children that they’re autistic What neurotypical parents can do to help their neurodiverse children Key information we all should learn about understanding what it’s like living with autism   Resources mentioned in this episode Kristy’s blog post Join the inTune Access Support: Family Collective Reframing Autism The Autistic Advocate   Connect with Kristy On Instagram Facebook Blog www.kristyforbes.com.au    Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com 

With the holiday season around the corner, I polled my community to see what you were most worried about this year. One of the things that overwhelmingly came out was that people were feeling stressed about spending time with their extended family.   The concepts and tips in this week’s podcast can be applied to any get together or holiday, but I think you will find them particularly helpful in this season.   Spoiler alert: It’s about remembering that we are all doing the best we can, and that empathy goes a long way in building trust and understanding.    Listen in as we talk about: The four big ideas to having peaceful holidays  How to deal with loved ones who don’t understand our family limits and parenting style How to navigate loved ones who overstep our parenting  Tips to working through criticism Resources mentioned in this episode: Blog Post: What is Peaceful Parenting?   Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com  Book a consultation call

My guest this week, Mr. Chazz, and I had such a wonderful and wide-ranging conversation. While we didn’t cover one specific topic, we dove into some of the many different areas we need to consider when it comes to being the parents (and people!) we want to be.   We explored topics like how do we find empathy in situations that feel impossible? How do we deal with people who simply don’t understand or feel bad about hitting their kids? And why community is so important to help us through it all!   Mr. Chazz’s mission is to help adults truly See, Guide and Trust children. He envisions moving the needle a little closer to world peace. He goes by, “Mr.Chazz” and he even has a song to prove it. He has been a teacher of teachers and parents, working with many schools, 1,000s of teachers and 1,000s of children.    He also earned his Master’s in Executive Leadership at American University, has appeared on platforms like Good Morning America and Parents.com.    Listen in as we talk about:   How he transitioned from being an early childhood educator to impacting thousands on TikTok and Instagram    How Mr. Chazz deals with objections from parents online when it comes to peaceful parenting Why empathy is key to understanding other people, as well as our kids The importance of community and developing a support system in parenting Developmental behaviour vs. age-appropriate behaviour   Resources mentioned in this episode Leadership Parenting and Teaching Podcast Hand in Hand Listening Partners    Connect with Mr. Chazz   On Instagram On TikTok Facebook http://www.patreon.com/mrchazz    Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com 

It can be scary to learn our kid has challenges that run deeper than what peaceful parenting can solve.    Realizing your child may need an assessment or may have something else going on behind the scenes can fill us with fear, worry and uncertainty.   This week’s episode is with Corey, a mom of two young boys, Big C who is 6 and neurodivergent and Little C who is 3.    Corey is also part of Team Sarah Rosensweet and is a former client. I invited her on to the podcast to talk about her experience with peaceful parenting and how it led to her son getting a proper diagnosis of sensory processing challenges, as well as a team to support him and their family.    Corey shares how her experience has enriched her and her family’s life in the most meaningful way. Of course there are still bad days and many challenges, but there are many blessings too.   We talk about: How Corey faced a lot of challenges with big C, and felt isolated in parenting groups Why traditional parenting techniques weren’t the answer How her mindset and confidence transformed while working with Sarah What led Corey to know that there was something more going on with big C What a sensory diet is The blessings that have come with getting Big C a proper diagnosis   Resources mentioned in this episode Sensory Processing Challenges Episode with Dayna Abraham: https://www.sarahrosensweet.com/episode17/  Worry Brain concept by Lynn Lyons: https://www.sarahrosensweet.com/sleep-anxiety/  Hey Warrior: A Book for Kids About Anxiety by Karen Young: https://www.socialthinking.com/Products/hey-warrior-book-for-kids-about-anxiety Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/  On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/peacefulparentingfreegroup  https://www.sarahrosensweet.com: https://www.sarahrosensweet.com  Book a short consult or coaching session call: https://book-with-sarah-rosensweet.as.me/schedule.php 

“How do I get my kids to help out with chores?” This is a common question that I get from parents across my community, so I thought I would do an episode with some tips and tricks to help you encourage your kids to want to help out more around the house.   I share my top strategies and what has worked well for my family over the years. The information I’m sharing today is tried and true, and will serve as a stepping stone to your journey with chores!   “Should I give your kids specific jobs?” or “What do I do if they refuse?” This episode covers these questions and so much more.   If you like what you hear, be sure to share the episode with someone you know needs to hear it.   Listen in as we talk about: The main strategies to encouraging your kids to help with chores Tips to motivate our kids to want to pitch in and help out Why empowerment is a key tool How to avoid power struggles in asking our kids for help with chores Giving yourself appreciation when it feels like your child is unappreciative of your help   Resources mentioned in this episode: Connection Strategies  Blog post about cleaning Model Graciousness article    Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com  Book a complimentary consultation call

What do we do when our child gets an ADHD diagnosis? How do we best support a child with ADHD? As a mom of a child with ADHD, as you’ll hear in this episode, getting a diagnosis was relief and fear of the unknown all wrapped into one.   In this week’s episode, I speak with Dr. Sharon Saline, Psy.D., clinical psychologist and author of the award-winning book, What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life and The ADHD solution card deck.    Dr. Sharon specializes in working with children, teens, young adults and families living with ADHD, learning disabilities, high-functioning autism and mental health issues.    Her unique perspective comes from being a sibling in an ADHD home, combined with decades of experience as a clinical psychologist and educator/clinician consultant. This helps her in guiding families and adults towards effective communication and closer connections.    Listen in as we talk about:   What is ADHD? The three types of ADHD How to help our kids build working memory Why understanding extrinsic vs. intrinsic motivation is important Dr. Sharon’s 5 C’s of ADHD parenting approach What makes kids with ADHD extra special   Resources mentioned in this episode Download: The 5 C’s of ADHD Parenting The Gift of ADHD by Lara Honos-Webb What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew   Connect with Dr. Sharon   On Instagram On Twitter   LinkedIn Facebook Blog www.drsharonsaline.com    Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com 

This week’s episode is a coaching call with Erin, mom of two girls, nine year old Callan and seven year old Nora.   Erin has been experiencing self-doubt in parenting her oldest daughter, who is incredibly sensitive and whose Worry Brain takes over in stressful situations.   I give Erin actionable tips and strategies that she can use to help Callan find more calm and trust from within. Be sure to listen to the end to hear how the strategies were implemented!   We talk about:   Reassuring your sensitive kids What to do when one sibling feels like the other “has it easier”   How to navigate feeling like you aren’t doing enough as a parent Tips to make sure our kids’ needs are being met   Resources mentioned in this episode Join My Membership List of Boundaries Worry Brain Blog Post Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com  Book a complimentary consultation call

How do we reparent ourselves, and what does it even mean to begin with? In this week’s episode, I speak with Leslie Priscilla, a first generation non-Black Xicana with Rarámuri lineage. She is a mother to three biracial children and a certified Parent Coach with over 13 years of experience.    She shares with us her knowledge and insight on reparenting our own inner child so that we can show up and be the parents we’ve always wanted to be.   Listen in as we talk about:   The changes she’s making to parenting in LatinX culture   What reparenting is and why our own healing is important Why reparenting ourselves can feel uncomfortable and disrespectful in relation to how we were raised The importance of self-compassion and tips to visualizing it How to break patterns of anger   Leslie shares her medicine by offering coaching, workshops, support and advocacy for Latinx/Chicanx families locally, nationally and internationally via Latinx Parenting. Leslie’s vision is of a movement rooted in children's rights, social and racial justice, the individual and collective practice of nonviolence and reparenting, intergenerational and ancestral healing, cultural sustenance, and the active decolonization of oppressive practices in our families towards liberation.   Resources mentioned in this episode Free Parenting Reset Challenge Parenting From the Inside Out by Dan Siegel and Mary Hartzell    Connect with Leslie   On Instagram On Twitter Www.Latinxparenting.org       with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com