Andee Martineau - Podcast Details

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Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #167 Get Ready to Go Against Tradition I Riffing On My Book (2)Welcome back to Andee Reads Between the Lines—the series where I read my book Connect Method Parenting out loud and pause to riff, reflect, and spill the real-time truths you won’t find on the printed page.In this episode, we're kicking off Part One of the book—and we’re not easing in. We're diving headfirst into the deep end of tradition, behavioralism, and the parenting frameworks we think are helping us... but actually aren't.Here's what's inside:🎯 Why traditional parenting is more about control than connection—and why it’s time to quest...2025-07-1425 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #166 My 17-Year-Old Just Destroyed Me With 8 Words I Riffing On My Book (1)Okay friends, confession time: I'm sitting here in my black hoodie, glasses on, looking like I just rolled out of bed (because let's be real, I kinda did), and I'm about to do something that might be brilliant or might be totally chaotic. Plot twist: I'm rereading my entire book on the podcast and calling it the I Andee Reads Between The Lines Series. Like, live. With all my current thoughts. And possibly some tangents about how I'm thinking about CMP right now. Here's What Went Down: Started with t...2025-07-1019 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #165 The One Thing Your Child Needs More Than Food (It's Why They Won't Listen)Hey hey, friends! It’s Andee, and today’s episode is a little different—think of it like a sneak peek, a love note, and a call to reimagine how you parent—all wrapped into one.After a 5-hour IKEA run...someone please tell me why that place is both magical and exhausting. I decided to release this episode instead of what I had originally planned. I felt a tug to share this 10-minute excerpt from the Listening Lab workshop I taught earlier this week.Why? Because the feedback I got after teaching it made me stop...2025-07-0716 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #164 Stop Fixing Your Kid's Meltdowns (Here's What to Do Instead)Let’s be real for a second… Tantrums are loud. Messy. Embarrassing. And if you’re anything like me, they’ve probably made you question your entire parenting strategy more than once. But what if a meltdown isn’t something to “fix” or “stop”? What if it’s actually your child’s nervous system waving a white flag saying, “This is too much—I need help.” In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reason behind tantrums, emotional outbursts, and “off-track” behavior—and how to show up with calm, confidence, and connectio...2025-07-0331 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #162 The Listening Lab: Wait, You Want ME to Listen First?!Your kids have selective hearing, right? Like, they can hear a candy wrapper from three rooms away but somehow can't hear "please clean your room" when you're standing RIGHT THERE? Here's the thing nobody's telling you: The reason your kids won't listen has NOTHING to do with your volume, your consequences, or that fancy reward chart you spent 3 hours making on Pinterest. (I see you, crafty parent. I've been there. Mine had glitter. SO much glitter.) The real reason? Brace yourself... They don't feel heard. By YOU. ...2025-06-2836 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #161 When Emotions Are High, Intelligence Is Low: Why Your Kids Can’t Hear You (Yet)You know those moments when your kids are going at it—screaming, grabbing, storming off—and you’re standing there thinking, “WHAT is even happening right now?” Been there. More times than I can count. In today’s episode, we’re talking all about sibling rivalry, emotional outbursts, and how to respond in a way that actually helps—not just in the moment, but long-term. I’m breaking it down into three parts: The Foundation: Why connection is the real cure for conflict—and how sadness (yes, even those bedtime tears) is a sign that t...2025-06-2643 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #160 I Love You... and No: The Art of Calm, Connected Limits at BedtimeWhat do you do when the sticker charts work… but they don’t feel right? In today’s episode, I’m inviting you behind the scenes of a real coaching call with a brave, thoughtful CMP parent who’s wrestling with something we all face: the tension between loving connection and firm limits—especially when it comes to bedtime, behavior charts, and consequences that seem to work (but don’t sit well in your gut). We talk about what to do when your child comes out of their room twenty times after lights out, how to set firm limi...2025-06-2345 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #159 The Listening Lab: Wait, You Want ME to Listen First?!Your kids have selective hearing, right? Like, they can hear a candy wrapper from three rooms away but somehow can't hear "please clean your room" when you're standing RIGHT THERE? Here's the thing nobody's telling you: The reason your kids won't listen has NOTHING to do with your volume, your consequences, or that fancy reward chart you spent 3 hours making on Pinterest. (I see you, crafty parent. I've been there. Mine had glitter. SO much glitter.) The real reason? Brace yourself... They don't feel heard. By YOU. ...2025-06-1953 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #157 Black and White Parenting (Why I Ate Every Last Chocolate Bear & What It Revealed About Parenting)Okay. Deep breath. Can we get REAL for a sec? 👀You know that moment when your kid loses it (again) and your brain goes:"THAT'S IT! No screen time for a WEEK!"Then 10 minutes later you're like:"Wait... a whole week? That punishes ME. Maybe just today? Or... ugh, forget it."Yeah. THAT.That exhausting mental ping-pong game? Where you bounce between Drill Sergeant and Doormat?It's not just you. And it's not your fault.But holy moly, it IS...2025-06-091h 01

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #156 The CMP Data Study: How 237 Parents Achieved 133% Improvement in 8 WeeksI've never been more excited to share an episode with you! Today, I'm revealing the extraordinary results from our 2024 Connect Method Parenting study that followed 237 parents through the 8-Week Parenting Pivot program.In This Episode:Numbers That Made Me Cry Happy Tears:133% overall average improvement across all parenting metrics100% success rate - EVERY single participant reported meaningful positive change4.8 out of 5-star program ratingSpecific Transformations We Tracked:Listening without yelling: 113% improvement (from 3.2 to 6.8/10)Handling challenges calmly: 109% improvement (from 3.5 to 7.3/10)Thought control: 204% improvement (from 2.3 to 7.0/10)Parenting...2025-06-0543 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #154 The First 8 Weeks Are The HardestAKA: Why I Once Tried to Drive My Kids to Disneyland to Avoid Unpacking Boxes (Spoiler: It Didn't Work)Okay, so...remember when you decided to start that new workout routine and Day 3 felt like your muscles were staging a full-on rebellion? That's EXACTLY what the first 8 weeks of transforming your parenting feels like. Except instead of sore quads, it's your entire nervous system going "WAIT, WHAT ARE WE DOING?!"Here's what we're diving into today:🌟 The Disneyland Disaster (or as my kids call it, "That Time Mom Lost Her...2025-05-2937 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #151 The NO YELL Summer (You In?) — How to Ditch Chaos and Stay Connected When It Matters MostOkay, story time. Day TWO in our brand-new Arizona house. 100+ degree heat outside. Moving boxes EVERYWHERE. And my boys? They decided this was the PERFECT moment for an indoor blanket ride across our hardwood floors.You know exactly where this is going, right? 🤦‍♀️One overzealous turn later, and BAM—child-sized HOLE straight through our kitchen wall. Before we'd even figured out the Wi-Fi password, y'all!And in that split second, I felt all the mom-frustration bubbling up. The "I guess we can't have nice things" thoughts. The exasperation rising. The yell forming in my throat.2025-05-1919 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #148 Daily Confidence Builders: Practical Tools for Confident Parenting (Even on Hard Days)💪 Join The Parenting Confidence Project --> https://cmp.works/confidence 💪Welcome to Part 3 of the Self-Confidence mini-series! If you're here, you're basically an overachiever (in the best way possible) and I'm SO PROUD of you for sticking through all three episodes!Quick reminder: You already know self-confidence is the secret sauce for calm parenting. Today? We're getting DOWN AND DIRTY with the HOW. Like, actual practical tools you can use TODAY. (Yes, today. Not tomorrow when you're "ready." TODAY.)KEY TAKEAWAYS (aka: The Good Stuff):2025-05-0823 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #147 The Alpha Child Effect: How Your Confidence Shapes Your Child's Behavior💪 Join The Parenting Confidence Project --> https://cmp.works/confidence 💪Welcome back to Part 2 of my Self-Confidence mini-series, where we're gonna blow your mind with some serious "aha!" moments about parenting!(Remember Part 1? Where we talked about how self-criticism is basically the worst dating profile ever? Good stuff!)Today? We're diving into something SO juicy: how your confidence—or lack of it—is literally shaping your child's behavior. Like, right now. As we speak. Mind = BLOWN.Key Takeaways (but make it fun!):The Alpha Child Effect (AKA: When Your Kid Become...2025-05-0516 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #146 Breaking Free from Self-Criticism: Why Confidence is Your Parenting Superpower💪 Join The Parenting Confidence Project --> https://cmp.works/confidence 💪It's Tuesday, the floors are mysteriously sticky (WHY are they ALWAYS sticky??), someone just announced they need poster board for tomorrow's project (it's 9pm), and you've just unleashed your "THIS IS WHY WE CAN'T HAVE NICE THINGS" voice for the third time today.And then what happens? That little voice in your head starts up: "Great job, Mother of the Year right here. Your kids are definitely telling their future therapists about this moment."BUT WAIT. What if—plot twist—beating yourself into an emotion...2025-05-0121 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #145 Emotional Regulation 101: How Feeling Your Emotions Makes You a Better ParentIf you've ever thought,“I shouldn't feel this way...” “I should be happier…” “Good parents don't feel so frustrated…” this episode is for you.In today's episode, I'm diving into the messy-but-magical world of emotional regulation and why—those uncomfortable feelings you're trying to stuff down are actually your parenting superpower in disguise.I share my own journey from emotional avoidance to acceptance (including that time I almost took my kids to Disneyland just to escape dealing with my feelings—true story!), and why understanding your own emotions is the secret sauce to h...2025-04-2849 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #144 8 Emotional Capacities Every Parent Needs (But No One Teaches You)Hey hey, beautiful people! ✨Oh. My. Goodness. So picture this: I'm on a call with this mom (let's call her Sarah) who's completely stuck in the yell-guilt-repeat cycle (sound familiar, anyone? 🙋‍♀️). She's exhausted, beating herself up, and right in the middle of our session - BOOM - everything clicked. And I thought, "This isn't just for her. EVERYONE needs to hear this!"Here's the game-changer, my friends: What if instead of trying to STOP feeling triggered, we developed the capacity to feel EVERYTHING and still parent from our highest self?Her face changed instantly...2025-04-2454 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #142 Red Flags, Deal Breakers & Non-Negotiables: Your Ultimate Tolerance GuideIn today's episode of the Connect Method Parenting Podcast, I'm diving headfirst into the messy, confusing, absolutely necessary world of figuring out what to tolerate in your relationships with your kids (and honestly, everyone else in your life). Because let's face it - we're all walking that tightrope between doormat and dictator DAILY.Here's what we're unpacking today:• The "Compassionate Alpha" approach - that magical middle ground between permissive pushover and authoritarian tyrant (spoiler alert: both extremes come from the same place of fear!)• My "Seen and Heard Sand...2025-04-1757 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #139 The Acceptance Shift ModelToday, we're diving into something that's been buzzing in my mind lately—what I call The Acceptance Shift Model. This isn’t just a concept I teach; it’s something I’ve lived through in my own parenting journey. And let me tell you—it changes everything.Here’s the truth bomb:When we argue against reality, we lose 100% of the time.Acceptance gets a bad rap. A lot of us think it means giving up, being passive, or saying, “Sure, just keep tantruming forever.” But nope. That’s not it at all.2025-04-0726 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #138 The Reboot: 2 days. 1 plan. 0 judgment = transformationFrom desperate bathroom floor journaling to parenting transformation - this is the system that saved my sanity...So here's the scene: Me, sliding down my bathroom door, desperately clutching a journal, trying not to ugly-cry because bedtime felt like scaling Mount Everest in flip-flops. Been there? That rock-bottom moment? TOTAL GAME-CHANGER. I started asking myself three stupidly simple questions:What worked today? (took me like 20 minutes to find ANYTHING 🙈)What didn't work? (umm, where to start?!)What's ONE thing I can do differently tomorrow?These questions became my daily "reboot" ritual. Then, weekly chec...2025-04-0417 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #137 The Three Mistakes That Destroy Connection: Stop Should-ing Your KidsI recorded this as part of a five-day training I did for my League of Extraordinarily Connected Parents (which, by the way, is the BEST group of humans ever), and halfway through planning it, I thought, "Wait! EVERYONE needs to hear this!"What You're About to Discover:I'm spilling ALL the tea about the three MASSIVE mistakes I used to make as a parent (and sometimes still catch myself making because, hello, I'm human!). These are the sneaky little thought patterns that absolutely DESTROY our connection with our kids:The "Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda"...2025-04-0349 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #136 When Your Child Says 'I Hate You': The Surprising Path to Deeper ConnectionSo you know that gut-punch feeling when someone says they don't like you? Or when your sweet little angel screams "I HATE YOU!" during a tantrum? Talk about emotional whiplash! Today I'm diving into this ultra-relatable parenting challenge in this episode, and trust me - it's the pep talk we all desperately need.What You'll Discover in This EpisodeWhy someone saying they hate you is actually NEUTRAL until you decide what it means (mind=officially blown, right?!)The exact thought patterns that turn your kid's tantrum words into your emotional meltdown (spoiler: we're...2025-03-3134 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #135 The Lovability Principle: Why You’re Worthy Without ConditionsEver catch yourself thinking about what LOVE really means in our parenting journey? Because WOW - I had so many thoughts swirling around this week that I just HAD to share with you all!In this episode, I'm diving DEEP into unconditional love and lovability (and trust me, this one's a game-changer for both you AND your kiddos).What We're Unpacking Today:Why love is ALWAYS the best option (and feels SO much better than frustration!)The mind-blowing truth: your lovability is ABSOLUTE (not dependent on anyone else!)My step-by-step framework for having those...2025-03-2731 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #128 Why 'BEING' Trumps 'Doing' in Parenting (And Most Parents Get This Backwards)So there I was, wide awake at 5:15 AM in FREAKING NEW ZEALAND (yes, we're still traveling—more on that later!) with this message practically BURSTING out of me. My body was like, "Andee, get up RIGHT NOW and talk to your people!" So here I am, messy bun and all, coming in hot with some truth bombs about parenting that literally changed my entire life.The Big Juicy Secret I Can't Keep Anymore:Who you're BEING matters waaaaay more than what you're DOING as a parent.Think about it—you coul...2025-03-0359 min

About ProgressHow to Better Handle Your Parenting Regrets and Become a Better Parent in the Process || Wise Women Series with Andee MartineauIn this episode from our Wise Women Series, I had the pleasure of interviewing Andee Martineau, a mom of six, a parenting expert, and the creator of Connect Method Parenting. We delve deep into how parenting challenges can serve as catalysts for personal growth. Andee shares her own experiences and regrets as a parent, and provides invaluable insights on how we can transform our toughest parenting moments into opportunities for development.Whether you're a new parent or have been navigating this journey for years, Andee's wisdom will leave you feeling empowered and ready to...2025-02-2748 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #126 The Hard Day HypothesisToday's episode is basically what happened when years of parenting, and one very persistent thought about "hard days" collided into what might be one of the most important perspective shifts I've ever had. Grab your favorite drink and let's dive into this game-changing conversation! 🌟In this episode, I'm diving deep into:Why the most successful parents (and people) are actually the ones most willing to feel negative emotions (mind-blown yet?)The shocking revelation about why there's actually no such thing as a "hard day" (stick with me on this one!)My confession about writing my...2025-02-2442 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #124 Going All In: Why Half-Hearted Parenting is Like Training for the Olympics in Flip-FlopsWe're diving DEEP into what it really means to go all in - not just in parenting, but in life. And before you think "Oh great, another episode about trying harder" (I see you, I hear you), this is actually about something completely different.Remember Eddie the Eagle? That gloriously awkward British ski-jumper who showed up at the Olympics having barely ski jumped before (compared to the other competitors)? His story completely blew my mind, and it's going to change how you think about commitment forever. Trust me on this one.In this episode, I'm...2025-02-1750 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #117 This is What’s Happening: The SOS Method for Parenting Without Losing ItEver feel like you’re caught in a parenting Groundhog Day? The tantrums, the fights, the endless messes... all while you’re trying your hardest to hold it together?Same. In this episode, we’re diving into something I call the SOS Method—a simple but powerful way to shift out of survival mode and into connection. We’re talking about how to stay present when your brain wants to hit the eject button, why noticing what’s actually happening changes everything, and how to ditch the self-judgment spiral once and for all.Here’s...2025-01-2329 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #116 Much Ado About Questions: Turning Good Questions Into BIG Parenting WinsHey, hey, friends this week, we’re talking about something deceptively simple but ridiculously impactful: questions. Yep, those little sentences we toss around in our heads all day long are either helping us grow—or keeping us stuck.I’m sharing a personal story from my recent trip to New Zealand where a tug-of-war over a sea cave (yes, a literal sea cave!) led me to some profound realizations about parenting, connection, and emotional growth. Btw: the way I asked myself questions in the middle of a frustrating moment shifted everything.Here’s what we’...2025-01-2038 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #113 MVP: Why Rewards and Punishments Don’t Work - the Parenting Revolution You NeedHey, hey, everyone! Andee here! 🖐️ Let’s dive into a topic that is near and dear to so many of us—because, let’s be honest, we’ve all tried it—corrective parenting. You know, the old-school model of using rewards and consequences to manage behavior that doesn’t work long-term. Today, I’m breaking down exactly why.In this episode, we’re getting real about:The history of corrective parenting (hello, rats and pigeons 🐀🐦) and where it all began.Why rewards and punishments only create short-term behavior changes (and leave you exhausted).The hidden costs of corrective parenting—on...2025-01-0921 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #93 5-Day Bootcamp: Day 3Today, we're diving into the heart of what makes parenting click—connection! We'll explore why attachment is our #1 need and how it shapes every little interaction with our kids. Join Andee as she shares gems from her recent five-day training, giving you the inside scoop on the Connect Method Parenting framework. Whether you're ready for the Parenting Pivot or just want to bring more connection into your family life, this episode is packed with insights you'll love!Next Steps: Leave a review if you've been enjoying the CMP Podcast My Book: ht...2024-10-3152 min

3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms395: What to Do if Your Teen is Exhausting You // Andee MartineauI recently taught a free masterclass all about mom rage. Toward the beginning of the class, I asked the women in attendance to share something that makes them feel angry on a regular basis. One mom shared: “Feeling rejected by my teen who wants nothing to do with me. This is not the mother-daughter relationship I envisioned.” 💔This comment stopped my breath for a second. How painful for this mom! No wonder she feels angry about it a lot. I'm guessing she feels a lot of other things, too: sadness, despair, loneliness … I’m guessing sh...2024-10-2131 min

Raising Lifelong LearnersBuilding Strong Family Bonds | a Conversation with Andee Martineau In the latest episode of the podcast, Colleen shares a conversation with Andee Martineau, a mom of six, former nurse, and now an advocate for connection-centered parenting. In this episode, we dive into practical strategies and heartfelt stories that can transform your parenting journey, especially when navigating the complexities of neurodivergence at home. Key Takeaways: Visual Prompts & Checklists: Visual tools can be game-changers for parents, especially when dealing with neurodivergence at home. Planning ahead can help manage stress and improve decision-making. Connection Over Correction: It’s crucial to bui...2024-08-1442 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #66 Parenting in the Green: How to Get Out of Overwhelm and Into ConfidenceJuggling work, kids, and everything in between, feeling overwhelmed and unsure you're doing anything right. Managing all the parenting advice left you second-guessing and overwhelmed?Sound familiar?If you’re nodding your head, this episode is for you! Join us for a live workshop replay where Andee guides you through exercises designed to build confidence and manage parental overwhelm. Let's gooooo!! Next Steps: Leave a review if you've been enjoying the CMP Podcast My Book: https://cmp.works/1xs My IG: https://cmp.wor...2024-08-0142 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #63 Something Ventured, Something Gained: When Upsetting Events Take OverIn today's episode, Andee's answering a question from a listener who wrote in asking about the right time to address off-track behavior or big emotions, and whether it's effective to teach during meltdowns. We explore this topic by breaking down the importance of timing, emotional readiness, and the developmental stages of children.Key insights include:Allowing 24 hours for emotions to cool down before addressing off-track behavior.The significance of a working relationship with your child before setting limits.Balancing firmness with compassion to create a safe and trusting environment.Using questions to self-reflect and prepare for...2024-07-2244 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #54 CMP Book Club - Chapter 11I remember my toddlers trying to put on their shoes backward over and over again. They wanted me to watch but NOT help them. Today I started thinking about those crazy years when I had six kids eight and under, and a thought popped into my mind, "Your kids are figuring out the world one backward shoe at a time, and they need you to be there, really be there, through it all."Today, we’re diving into Chapter 11 of the Connect Method Parenting book, “The Art of Seeing.” In this episode, we get into the heart of why...2024-06-2020 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #39 Unlocking Unconditional Love: Embracing Lovability and Navigating Tough Conversations in ParentingIt's no secret that CMP believes: Everyone is 100% loveable. ❤️Accepting 🙌 without condoning is totally a thing. Love is not just an emotion but a 🛠️ skill that benefits both the giver and the receiver. Difficult conversations 📣 are inevitable and a rewarding process. Loving without conditions is the 💡 way to go. In today's 🎙️ episode, we're chatting about them all. So, whether you're struggling with setting boundaries, dealing with off-track behavior, or simply seeking to deepen your connection with your child, listen up. This episode is like a Swiss Army knife of CMP, with insights and strategies that will make even the toughest p...2024-05-0631 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #38 CMP Book Club - Chapter 4Ever caught yourself expecting perfection from your kids, only to realize you're holding them to a standard you can't even meet? In this episode of the CMP Book Club, we delve into the heart of empathetic parenting with a powerful reminder: our children mirror our behaviors, and kindness starts with us.Next Steps: Leave a review if you've been enjoying the CMP Podcast My Book: https://cmp.works/1xs My IG: https://cmp.works/ista 2024-05-0220 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #37 "I feel confident in my ability to handle whatever comes up." - League Member, Tori's Journey with CMPDo you feel overwhelmed by the emotional highs and lows of parenting? That used to be my story. That's why when Tori started sharing the emotional breakthroughs she was having because of CMP I knew I had to have her on the podcast! Learning how to process, feel, and regulate our emotions is critical if we want to show up as the connected parent we want to be. So whether you're kids are little, teens, or adults this episode has something for you. Grab a notebook because Tori drops some serious wisdom you won't want to...2024-04-2944 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #36 CMP Book Club - Chapter 3Hey there, welcome back to the CMP Book Club! Today, we're diving into Chapter 3: "Nothing Has Gone Wrong Here." I'm excited to tackle a common myth about parenting - the idea that good parenting is all about having perfectly behaved kids. Let's unpack why your child's meltdowns are actually important milestones, not a measure of your parenting skills. I'll be sharing practical tips on responding with kindness, empathy, and self-care, not just for your little ones but for yourself too. Get ready for personal stories and actionable strategies that prioritize understanding and connection above strict correction. It's going to...2024-04-2522 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #35 “Connect Method Parenting has made what felt impossible, possible.” - League Member, Michelle's Experience in the Parenting PivotDrop the green juice, call a friend, and tune in for a game-changing episode! Michelle, fresh from the 8-Week Parenting Pivot, spills the tea on her parenting transformation. Swapping discipline for connection, she witnessed incredible shifts in her family dynamics. Michelle's story isn't just inspiring—it's a total game-changer in the parenting playbook!Next Steps: Leave a review if you've been enjoying the CMP Podcast My Book: https://cmp.works/1xs My IG: https://cmp.works/ista 2024-04-2247 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #34 CMP Book Club - Chapter 2The "baby powder blizzard of 2007," was a pivotal moment that changed the trajectory of my parenting. I decided to abandon traditional disciplinary methods and began challenging the notion that discipline is the essence of parenting.Drawing from developmental psychology and attachment theory, I eventually discovered the five steps to transition from a corrective to a connective parenting approach. Next Steps: Leave a review if you've been enjoying the CMP Podcast My Book: https://cmp.works/1xs My IG: https://cmp.wo...2024-04-1817 min

60 Mindful Minutes“Hold On To Your Kids” with Andee MartineauAuthor Andee Martineu joins us to discuss one of her favorite books, Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers by Gordon Neufeld and Gabor Maté. Guest Bio Andee Martineau is a parenting coach and mom of six who specializes in helping parents all over the world raise their kids without yelling, ultimatums or bribes. Using her Connect Method Parenting techniques, she has taught thousands of moms to feel more in control of family life, stress less, get their kids to listen, and more. Andee is a former registered n...2024-04-1647 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #33 "CMP has helped me create changes I never thought were possible!" - League Member, Emilee's CMP StoryIn today's episode, we're peeling back the curtain on one family's transformative journey with Connect Method Parenting (CMP). Emily, a dedicated mom of four adopted children, opens up about her path to connection, revealing the real, raw, and unfiltered experiences that have reshaped her parenting approach.As a teacher turned full-time mom, Emily faced the whirlwind of an instant family and international moves, all while navigating the complexities of raising kids with big emotions. She candidly shares how CMP's principles of empathy, understanding, and consistency have allowed her to trade punitive measures for powerful moments of connection...2024-04-1555 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #32 CMP Book Club - Intro & Chapter 1Ever felt like you were thrown into the deep end of parenting without so much as a “how-to” YouTube video? Today on the Pod, we're tossing out the old parenting playbook of timeouts and gold stars and diving into something truly revolutionary – Connect Method Parenting.Parenting can feel like getting ready to set sail only to realize your GPS is set to "chaos." Your crew of children? They feel like pirates, testing your patience with every "But why?”, bad attitude, and public meltdown.Andee’s here to swap the plank-walking for a deep dive into the tumultu...2024-04-1139 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #31: “CMP is the only thing that actually worked.” - League Member, Mary’s Journey to Parenting Success🔥 “CMP is the only thing that has actually worked, and I’ve tried everything. I had read over 40 parenting books when I found Connect Method Parenting.” -MaryToday, we’re sliding into your earbuds with a story that will make you rethink everything you thought was set in stone about wrangling your kiddos.Enter Mary. Six kids deep, including two sets of tireless twins, and a living testament to the “I survived and thrived” mantra thanks to a little magic we like to call Connect Method Parenting (CMP).“Blew my mind,” she’d tell you if you asked...2024-04-0847 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #30 Crafting Your Parenting Future with Compassion and Firmness: Unpacking Parent-Child Dynamics for Growth and UnderstandingLet's dig into the liberating truth that we can craft the future with our children, free from the chains of bygone days. This episode is not just about listening—it's about action. Andee unveils the three core strategies of Connect Method Parenting that guarantee results when applied consistently. She delves into the importance of safety, unconditional love, and acceptance, and how these elements are the bedrock of a child's healthy development and the key to unlocking their best behavior.Parenting is not about fixing behavior—it's about understanding it. It's about asking what our children need, not what...2024-04-0326 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #29 The Off-Track Behavior Recovery Recipe: Conscious Parenting Strategies for Positive Discipline and Effective CommunicationToday, we're diving deep into a tricky topic: off-track behavior. But don't worry, we're not talking about rules and punishments. Nope, we’re talking about how to handle these off-track moments with style and understanding!Andee shows us how to turn those "What on earth?!" moments into chances for connection, growth, and better listening. Get ready to discover the Off-Track Behavior Recovery Recipe – a secret sauce for bringing your kiddos back on track! And how to see misbehavior in a whole new light – not as naughty stuff, but as a cry for help. And guess what? This mindse...2024-03-2741 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #28 The Dream Relationship Strategy: How to consciously create amazing relationships of trust and with your childrenDo you ever feel like there aren't enough minutes in the day to connect with your kids? Or lament that you're not making the most of the time you DO have with your kids? What if your focus on how you're unable to create the relationships you want with your kids is the very thing getting in the way of creating the dreamy relationships you so desperately want? I've got a hunch it is. In today's episode, I lay out how to consciously create the relationships you want with your children. Remember, your relationships with your kids are not...2024-03-2041 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #27 Parenting Sovereignty: Strategies for Positive ParentingOne of the great paradoxes of parenting is learning how to be both firm and compassionate. Andee calls it the middle way of parenting. Seems kind of impossible but once you’re there it feels like coming home. Parenting Sovereignty opens up the possibility of showing up emotionally neutral regardless of how off-track their behavior is. Tapping into insights from child development, attachment theory, and conscious parenting, in today’s episode Andee is peeling back the layers holding you back from developing Parenting Sovereignty. Using practical strategies and actionable steps, Andee outlines what it takes to lead with emotional resi...2024-03-1341 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #26 When They Won't Do Their Chores - Live Coaching Part 2Today’s episode is part two of a LIVE coaching series. In Episode 25, you were able to listen to a CMP coaching call I had with my amazing client, Jessica. A few months after that coaching session, we jumped on a call to document her incredible wins and progress. Now you get to be a fly on the wall and witness the process of implementing CMP in action. Implementing CMP is the answer if you want to stop using consequences, rewards, bribes, and ultimatums. Amazing transformations happen when we peel back the layers of corrective parenting and expose the lau...2024-03-0851 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #25 When They Won't Do Their Chores - Live Coaching Part 1Do you ever feel like no matter what you try the kids won't do their chores? Or lament that if you were a better mom then they'd happily keep their room clean? What if your fixation on getting the kids to do their chores is the wrong fixation to have?! I'm fairly certain it is! If you can relate, I invite you to pull up a seat and listen in on this amazing live coaching call I had with one of my League members on how to get her kids to WANT to do their chores. N...2024-03-0745 min

The Midlife Makeover Show | Women Over 40, Menopause Support, Life After Divorce, Empty Nest Advice, Aging Gracefully176 👩‍👧 Crafting Lifelong Bonds: Nurturing Parent-Child Relationships at Every Stage with Andee MartineauIn this heartfelt episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, join host Wendy Valentine as she explores the lifelong journey of parenting with the insightful Andee Martineau, a mother of six, reformed yeller, bestselling author, and the creator of Connect Method Parenting. As we navigate the complex waters of maintaining and strengthening the parent-child bond through every stage, Andee shares her personal transformation from chaos to connection and the pivotal moments that reshaped her approach to parenting. Andee's breakthrough framework emphasizes the power of connection as the key to influencing children and bu...2024-03-0757 min

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD ParentingEp #24 Three Parenting Mishaps: Shoulding, Needing, DoubtingHey friends! TGIW and time for a new episode! Leave the to-do list for later, because nothing packs a connective punch like dropping these three parenting mishaps that often fly under the radar. Once you see them you can't unsee them, and once you see them you're gonna want to stop doing them ASAP. Homework:At the top of a blank sheet of paper write this statement and question: "I'm ready to stop should-ing, needing, and doubting. What exactly needs to happen for me to feel ready?" Write down as many responses to this question a...2024-02-2849 min