Calm Parenting Podcast

Explore effective strategies to curb power struggles with fiery toddlers and rebellious teens. Learn how to foster responsibility and creativity in children through engaging projects and financial literacy. Discover communication tips for setting boundaries while supporting teens' emotional needs. Uncover the importance of empowering kids through external support and recognizing their unique abilities. Plus, get insights on nurturing resilience in vibrant personalities for a balanced and harmonious family life.

Navigating emotional meltdowns can be challenging for parents. Discover the reasons behind intense outbursts and how to manage your child's feelings of shame. Learn to validate emotions instead of dismissing them. The discussion emphasizes the importance of active engagement to de-escalate confrontations. Additionally, empowering children through fun activities and open communication can make a world of difference. With actionable steps, parents can foster emotional regulation and resilience in their little ones.

The podcast explores the extraordinary strength of mothers navigating their demanding roles. It shares a powerful story of a mother's bravery amid adversity. Listeners learn about the unrealistic expectations placed on moms and the emotional toll it takes. The importance of setting boundaries and trusting instincts is emphasized, alongside the invaluable connections mothers build with their children. A heartfelt tribute celebrates their sacrifices and resilience, reminding all moms that their efforts truly matter.

Discover effective strategies for helping children manage emotional and physical messes. Learn how to empower kids to take responsibility for their actions while balancing play and cleanliness. Explore creative approaches to chores that also teach financial literacy. With real-life examples, find out how validating feelings can foster independence and problem-solving in your little ones. Plus, gain insights on how to optimize family organization for a smoother household.

Navigating parenting triggers can be a real challenge, from messes and sibling fights to defiance and whining. In this discussion, specific action steps are shared to help parents maintain their sanity and encourage kids to take responsibility. The importance of self-reflection is emphasized, allowing parents to understand their emotional responses better. Additionally, strategies for establishing control amidst chaos are provided, fostering a sense of peace and collaboration in family life. Breaking generational patterns through intentional practice is also highlighted.

Discover practical approaches to engage your husband in a collaborative parenting journey. Learn ten effective strategies, complete with scripts, to foster understanding and communication. Understand the unique challenges men face in family dynamics and how to bridge those gaps with empathy. Uncover ways to build strong bonds through positive parenting techniques and mutual respect. Plus, explore valuable tips on balancing home life with work as you strengthen family connections.

Explore the challenges of parenting strong-willed children who often question instructions. Discover insights into the motivations behind their defiance, and learn practical strategies to enhance communication. The discussion emphasizes empathy and understanding, illustrating how supportive interactions can lead to positive outcomes. Plus, hear a listener's uplifting experience that reinforces the power of choosing understanding over punishment.

Many of our kids begin to internalize, “I’m a bad kid, I’m slow so I’m not smart, there’s something wrong with me. I’m always in trouble, no one is ever happy with me.” That internal dialogue will sabotage your child’s success and relationships for a lifetime (many of us still struggle with limiting beliefs). The good news is we can change that NOW. Kirk gives you specific scripts to cultivate your child’s confidence and help teachers get on board.Our Mother's Day Sale Begins This Week! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/mothers-day/ to purchase the Get Everything Package at the lowest prices of the year. Moms, do this for yourselves!AG1AG1 is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You’ll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3 & K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box. Go to https://drinkag1.com/calmCOZY EARTHWrap yourself and your kids in Cozy Earth luxury…with 40% OFF! Visit https://cozyearth.com/ and use my exclusive 40% off code CALM. IXL LEARNINGGet an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK.FASTGROWINGTREES.COM/CALMFast Growing Trees has the best deals for your yard, up to half off on select plants. Listeners to our show get an additional 15% OFF their first purchase at https://FASTGROWINGTREES.COM/CALM using the code CALM.SKYLIGHT CALENDARSSkylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to https://SkylightCal.com/CALMSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I don’t know what it’s like to be a Mom. So I wanted to share the powerful reflections of a real life Mom—not an expert Mom or someone who has it all together—for three reasons. Because her voice, like yours, deserves to be heard and respected and honored. I think this will encourage A LOT of Moms so you feel seen. And you may want to ask/request that your husband listen to this as an early Mother’s Day gift so he really understands you. Our Mother's Day Sale Begins TODAY! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/mothers-day/ to purchase the Get Everything Package at the lowest prices of the year. Moms, do this for yourselves!AG1AG1 is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You’ll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3 & K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box. Go to https://drinkag1.com/calmCOZY EARTHWrap yourself and your kids in Cozy Earth luxury…with 40% OFF! Visit https://cozyearth.com/ and use my exclusive 40% off code CALM. IXL LEARNINGGet an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK.FASTGROWINGTREES.COM/CALMFast Growing Trees has the best deals for your yard, up to half off on select plants. Listeners to our show get an additional 15% OFF their first purchase at https://FASTGROWINGTREES.COM/CALM using the code CALM.SKYLIGHT CALENDARSSkylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to https://SkylightCal.com/CALMSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The normal parenting strategies don't work with strong-willed kids! You are doing all the things you are supposed to do. The time-outs, behavior charts, and taking away phones are not changing your kids' behavior--whether they are toddlers or teens or adopted. Kirk gives you specific action steps that DO work with kids of all ages. This is the final week of our Spring Sale on the Get Everything Package. Get hundreds of practical strategies that really work with your strong-willed kids. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products and make 2025 DIFFERENT.AG1AG1 is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You’ll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3 & K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box. Go to https://drinkag1.com/calmCOZY EARTHWrap yourself and your kids in Cozy Earth luxury…with 40% OFF! Visit https://cozyearth.com/ and use my exclusive 40% off code CALM. IXL LEARNINGGet an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK.FASTGROWINGTREES.COM/CALMFast Growing Trees has the best deals for your yard, up to half off on select plants. Listeners to our show get an additional 15% OFF their first purchase at https://FASTGROWINGTREES.COM/CALM using the code CALM.SKYLIGHT CALENDARSSkylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to https://SkylightCal.com/CALMSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.