Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without Punishments

I was deeply hurt by two mothers when I was young, my biological mother who left when I was twelve, and my stepmother who came into the picture shortly after. Both of these mother wounds shaped the way I began my parenting journey and set me on a path that would have been similar for my children. But it was this that led me to find connected parenting and I was able to change the way I parent and in turn, limit the mother wounds for my kids. If we want to prevent these mother wounds then we have to do the deep transformative work in our parenting.Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.Buy my book UNPUNISHED!Follow Peace and Parenting:Instagram: @peaceandparentingFacebook: @peaceandparentinglaPeace and Parenting Facebook GroupApple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicInterested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technologyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today, I'm digging into sibling dynamics. From my own struggles with my sister growing up to parenting my two daughters, it's been a journey. When I became a parent of two girls I immediately started overcorrecting their fights, because I didn't want their relationship to be like mine was growing up. But that only fueled the fire. It took me a while to realize my actions were rooted in my past triggers.Here's the deal: connection is everything. Sibling relationships thrive when individual bonds are strong. Check out today’s episode and the replay of my masterclass on Sibling Rivalry, it could be a game-changer for you.Check out my masterclass Sibling Rivalry: Why What You’re Doing Is Making It WorseEnjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.Buy my book UNPUNISHED!Follow Peace and Parenting:Instagram: @peaceandparentingFacebook: @peaceandparentinglaPeace and Parenting Facebook GroupApple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicInterested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technologyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As a parent, Casey faced immense pressure to resort to spanking her children. However, upon discovering my podcast, she felt a strong connection to my approach towards parenting. By joining the Connected Parent Mastermind, she was able to eliminate the use of threats and punishments altogether. Through this, she was able to foster a deeper connection with her children.Join my new Connected Parent Mastermind designed for parents who want to strengthen their connection with their children, experience more love, and reduce frustration. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up now if you're interested.Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.Buy my book UNPUNISHED!Follow Peace and Parenting:Instagram: @peaceandparentingFacebook: @peaceandparentinglaPeace and Parenting Facebook GroupApple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicInterested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technologyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today, I have Sharon, one of my Connected Parent Mastermind students who joined the program after having significant clashes with her autistic son. Sharon shares some helpful tools from the mastermind that allowed her to parent both of her kids with more connection and reduce the clashes.Join my new Connected Parent Mastermind designed for parents who want to strengthen their connection with their children, experience more love, and reduce frustration. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up now if you're interested.Interested in private parenting sessions: https://courses.peaceandparenting.org/private-sessionsEnjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.Buy my book UNPUNISHED!Follow Peace and Parenting:Instagram: @peaceandparentingFacebook: @peaceandparentinglaPeace and Parenting Facebook GroupApple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicInterested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technologyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Exploring the significance of connection in parenting and the positive impact of emotional support during intense moments. Discussion on handling overwhelm, supporting emotions, and holding space for children's feelings. Anecdote about calmly handling a situation with a fake BB gun. Personal story on recovery and the importance of understanding in parenting.

Today, we are joined by Cass and Kathryn from Morrow Marriage, a couple dedicated to helping other couples save their marriages. The Morrows recently became private clients of mine after a heated argument with her daughter resulted in a moment Kathryn was not proud of.During our collaboration, Cass and Kathryn noticed a significant improvement in their children's behavior. Yelling became less frequent, tantrums were shorter, and they observed more displays of affection and kindness. It's evident that the techniques we implemented had a positive impact on their family.Want to connect with Cass & Kathryn find them here: https://morrowmarriage.com/Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.Buy my book UNPUNISHED!Follow Peace and Parenting:Instagram: @peaceandparentingFacebook: @peaceandparentinglaPeace and Parenting Facebook GroupApple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicInterested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technologyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I understand that learning empathy can be a challenging journey, especially if it's not something that was modeled for us in our own upbringing. However, I've learned that empathy is a crucial component of creating a strong connection with our children. That means being present with them, especially during times of big emotions, listening with an open heart, and truly hearing what they have to say. If we can do that, we have the power to turn those moments into opportunities for connection, and that can make all the difference.Join my new Connected Parent Mastermind designed for parents who want to strengthen their connection with their children, experience more love, and reduce frustration. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up now if you're interested.Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.Buy my book UNPUNISHED!Follow Peace and Parenting:Instagram: @peaceandparentingFacebook: @peaceandparentinglaPeace and Parenting Facebook GroupApple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicInterested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technologyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

When a child starts hitting, kicking, or becoming aggressive, our initial reaction is often to punish them. However, punishing a child by sending them to time out, taking away their favorite activity, or grounding them for a weekend, does not effectively teach them right from wrong. I believe that no punishment can teach them because they already know what they did was wrong.What’s going on in these circumstances is that their prefrontal cortex, the part of the brain responsible for reasoning, is not fully developed yet, making it difficult for them to make sound decisions, which happens as adults too. Today I’ll share with you what you can do when aggressive behavior shows up in your kids.Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.Buy my book UNPUNISHED!Follow Peace and Parenting:Instagram: @peaceandparentingFacebook: @peaceandparentinglaPeace and Parenting Facebook GroupApple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicInterested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technologyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Raising strong-willed kids can be hard. They can be stubborn and difficult to handle. They are often very sensitive and take criticism personally, which can make them fearful and angry. To help them, we need to connect with them. By building a strong relationship, we can help them feel safer, more secure, and more supported. Listen in today for some techniques that may help them to become more cooperative, resilient, and confident. Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.Buy my book UNPUNISHED!Follow Peace and Parenting:Instagram: @peaceandparentingFacebook: @peaceandparentinglaPeace and Parenting Facebook GroupApple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicInterested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technologyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today, I am feeling particularly grateful for the relationship I have with my children and wanted to share my experience with you in the hopes that it may offer some hope and inspiration. At one point in my journey as a connected parent, I felt so overwhelmed that I considered giving up and resorting to punishments. However, I am so glad that I persevered because it has made all the difference in the world. It hasn't always been an easy road, but the benefits of connected parenting have been well worth the effort.Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.Buy my book UNPUNISHED!Follow Peace and Parenting:Instagram: @peaceandparentingFacebook: @peaceandparentinglaPeace and Parenting Facebook GroupApple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicInterested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technologyAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy