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Mothering From WithinEp.41: Understanding Torticollis in Babies – Causes, Red Flags & Holistic Treatment OptionsIn this episode of Mothering From Within, Kaili Ets—pediatric occupational therapist and holistic baby guru—dives deep into the often misunderstood condition of Torticollis in babies.If your baby constantly turns their head to one side, struggles with tummy time or latching, hates one breast, or seems tight and fussy when lying flat—this episode is a must-listen.You'll learn:What torticollis actually is (spoiler: it's more than just a neck issue)The connection between torticollis and tongue tiesCommon causes, from in-utero positioning to birth interventionsWhy your baby’s...2025-07-2321 min

Mothering From WithinEp.40: Is It Really Just Colic? When Crying Means Something.In this episode, Kaili dives deep into the topic of “colic” and what it really means when your baby is crying inconsolably. She challenges the catchall label of colic, encouraging parents to trust their instincts and look beyond the surface for possible root causes.Key Topics Covered:[01:12] What “colic” actually means and why it’s often just a label, not an explanation.[03:10] The importance of trusting your parental intuition when something feels off with your baby.[04:28] Common root causes of excessive crying in babies, inc...2025-06-2614 min

Mothering From WithinEp.39: From NICU to Nurtured - One Mama’s Journey Through Prematurity, Healing & Hope with Gail GabrielIn this heartfelt episode, Kaili sits down with Gail Gabriel, a fellow occupational therapist, NICU mama, and founder of The NICU Collective. Gail shares her raw and powerful journey from the unexpected early delivery of her son at 30 weeks to navigating the NICU, early intervention, and her own emotional healing.Whether you’ve experienced a high-risk birth, a NICU stay, or just the intense uncertainty of new motherhood, this episode offers real talk, deep compassion, and hard-earned wisdom.You’ll hear about:What it's really like to bring home a prem...2025-06-0441 min

Mothering From WithinEp.38: Should You Hire a Doula? How to Know If It’s Right for Your FamilyShould You Hire a Doula? How to Know If It’s Right for Your Family.In this episode of 'Mothering From Within,' host Kaili Ets sits down with Kristen Revere, the owner and founder of Gold Coast Doulas, to discuss the critical role doulas play in both birth and postpartum care. Kristen, an elite certified birth and postpartum doula, shares her journey from political fundraising to founding a successful doula agency in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The conversation touches on the various services doulas offer, including emotional support, breastfeeding assistance, and overnight care. Kaili and Kristen also hi...2025-05-2140 min

Kaili Ets Family Wellness & Cranial OTEp.22: Tongue-Tie & Feeding, Development & SleepIn this episode of the Mothering From Within podcast, host Kaili Ets, a pediatric occupational therapist, delves into understanding tongue ties, known as ankyloglossia, and their potential impact on breastfeeding, reflux, and overall baby development. Kaili emphasizes that a tongue tie release is not a quick fix, but part of addressing broader feeding and developmental […]2025-05-0500 min

Mothering From WithinEp.37: Sleep by Design: Supporting Your Baby or Toddler’s Sleep Based on Human DesignIn this episode of Mothering From Within, Kaili Ets—pediatric OT and holistic baby guru—dives into the fascinating world of Human Design and sleep.If you've ever wondered why your baby doesn’t follow the "normal" sleep rules, or why bedtime feels harder than it “should,” this episode is for you. Sleep isn’t one-size-fits-all—and Human Design offers a compassionate, eye-opening way to understand your baby’s natural rhythms, rest needs, and sleep quirks.You’ll learn how each Human Design energy type (Generator, Manifesting Generator, Projector, Manifestor, Reflector) influences sleep p...2025-04-3014 min

Mothering From WithinEp. 36: Why Your Baby Eats, Sleeps & Plays Differently—And What Human Design Can Reveal🎙️ Episode 36: Why Your Baby Eats, Sleeps & Plays Differently—And What Human Design Can RevealIn this illuminating episode of Mothering From Within, host Kaili Ets, pediatric occupational therapist and holistic baby guru, welcomes special guest Meg S. from Wholebeing OT—an occupational therapist and Human Design specialist—to explore a powerful new lens for parenting: Human Design.Together, they dive deep into how Human Design can help you understand your baby’s unique rhythms, needs, and challenges—especially around sleep, feeding, emotions...2025-04-2348 min

Mothering From WithinEp. 35 | The Human Design Basics Every Mama Needs to KnowWelcome to another episode of Mothering From Within with Kaili Ets—pediatric occupational therapist, holistic baby guru, and your go-to guide for intuitive parenting.In this special episode, Kaili kicks off a brand-new mini-series on Human Design for parents. If you’ve ever wondered why one of your children needs constant motion to settle while another craves calm predictability, Human Design might just be the insight you've been missing.You'll learn: 💫 What Human Design actually is (and why it’s such a powerful parenting tool) 💫 The basics of the five energy types: Manifes...2025-04-0213 min

Mothering From WithinEp.33: Baby Sleep Problems? Or Is It Something Else? The Hidden Causes Parents MissIn this episode of Mothering From Within, host Kaili Ets, a mom and pediatric occupational therapist, dives into the complex world of baby sleep. Kaili addresses common sleep challenges and their root causes—such as reflux, feeding issues, body tension, cranial nerve compression, sensory processing, temperament, and developmental progressions. She offers holistic solutions and emphasizes the importance of understanding your baby's unique needs. Tune in for valuable insights on improving your baby's sleep without resorting to traditional sleep training methods.00:00 Introduction to Mothering From Within01:11 Understanding Baby Sleep03:39 Common Sleep Disruptors04:34 Ad...2025-03-0515 min

Mothering From WithinSleep Training Research: What Most Experts Won’t Tell You (w/ Macall Gordon)In this episode of Mothering From Within, host Kaili Ets sits down with McCall Gordon, a researcher with a background in human biology and applied psychology, as well as a certified gentle sleep coach. Together, they uncover the surprising gaps in sleep training research and discuss how temperament plays a crucial role in baby sleep.McCall challenges mainstream sleep training advice, explaining why popular methods—like Ferber—fail to account for more alert, sensitive, and intense babies. She also sheds light on why...2025-02-1822 min

Mothering From WithinEp 31. The Truth About Sleep Training: History, Myths & A Holistic ApproachIn this episode of Mothering From Within, host Kaili Ets takes you on a deep dive into the history of sleep training—from its origins in the late 19th century to today’s evolving perspectives. You’ll learn about different sleep training methods like cry-it-out, controlled crying, and more gentle alternatives, while also uncovering the surprising roots of these approaches.Kaili challenges outdated sleep training philosophies—many of which were developed by white men with little to no hands-on caregiving experience—and sheds light on a growing movement that prioritizes responsive, attachment-focused, and developmentally appropriate sleep strategies.If yo...2025-02-1122 min

Mothering From WithinEp 30. Getting Baby Sleep Back on Track After the Holidays (or Travel or Illness)You may have noticed that this episode is arriving a little later than planned. I had originally intended for it to air at the beginning of January, but life had other plans. I took the past month to navigate my father’s illness and passing, stepping back to process, grieve, and be present with my family. While the holidays are now behind us, I know many of you are still working on getting your baby’s sleep back on track—whether after travel, illness, or routine disruptions. The good news? These tips are just as relevant now as they were i...2025-02-0411 min

Mothering From WithinEp.29: The Power of Mama Instincts - Wrapping Up 2024 and Why 2025 Is Your Year To ThriveIn the final episode of 2024, Kaili Ets, occupational therapist and holistic baby guru, encourages mothers to trust their instincts and offers actionable tips for navigating motherhood with confidence. Reflecting on highlights from the 'Mothering From Within' podcast since its launch, Kaili shares advice on tuning out overwhelming parenting noise, making gentle changes, and finding the right support. Listen in as she empowers mamas to trust themselves and embrace their unique parenting journey as they step into 2025.00:00 Introduction 01:25 Final Episode of 2024: Trusting Your Mama Instincts01:56 Empowering Your Parenting Journey04:55 Actionable T...2024-12-3111 min

Mothering From WithinEp.28: Top 5 Reasons Your Baby Isn’t Sleeping Through the NightIn this episode of Mothering from Within, host Kaili Ets, a mom and pediatric occupational therapist, discusses five common reasons why babies struggle with sleep. She discusses underlying issues like reflux, body tension, sensory processing differences, overtiredness, and the reality of normal infant sleep patterns. Kaili emphasizes looking beyond traditional sleep training methods and understanding root causes to better support both baby and parent's rest.00:00 Introduction01:17 Why Your Baby Isn't Sleeping Through the Night02:52 Top Reasons for Baby Sleep Struggles04:08 Addressing Body Tension and Sensory Processing06:20 Overtiredness...2024-12-2411 min

Mothering From WithinEp.27 | The Nurture Revolution: How Early Parenting Shapes Your Baby's Brain with Dr. Greer KirschenbaumIn this episode of the Mothering From Within podcast, Kaili Ets sits down with Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum, a neuroscientist, doula, and author, to explore the profound impact of early nurturing practices on children's brain development and mental health. Dr. Greer shares her personal journey, from her own high-needs babyhood to becoming an expert in infant sleep and brain growth. Through their in-depth conversation, listeners will gain insights into the pivotal role of responsive parenting, understanding baby's brain development, and the transformative experience of parenthood. Tune in to discover practical tips on reducing stress for both bab...2024-12-1035 min

Mothering From WithinEp. 26: Why Your Baby's Sleep Needs Connection, Not Sleep TrainingIn this episode, Kaili addresses the immense stress that sleep issues can bring to early parenthood. She empathizes with the struggles of trying various sleep methods without success and offers reassurance by introducing a holistic approach to baby sleep. This approach focuses on connection, responsiveness, and meeting both the baby's and the parent's needs, without relying on traditional sleep training methods. Kaili shares her personal journey with her son and emphasizes the importance of following your instincts and creating a safe, nurturing environment for your baby. She also debunks common myths about 'bad habits' like nursing to sleep, rocking...2024-12-0313 min

Mothering From WithinEp.25: Gentle Touch, Big Impact: Craniosacral Therapy Benefits for Babies and Mamas with Guest Meaghan BeamesIn this special episode, host Kaili Ets revisits a deeply insightful conversation with her friend, colleague, and mentor, Meaghan Beames of My Baby CST. Together, they explore the gentle and transformative practice of craniosacral therapy, its origins, and its benefits for both babies and mothers. Meaghan shares her journey from being a registered massage therapist to a dedicated craniosacral therapist, and how her passion for helping babies and postpartum individuals has led her to open BEAM's CST training center. The episode dives into the physical and emotional impacts of craniosacral therapy, practical tips for...2024-11-1926 min

Mothering From WithinEp. 24: Body Tension in Babies: A Hidden Cause of Feeding, Development, & Sleep StrugglesIn this episode of 'Mothering From Within', host Kaili Ets uncovers the crucial topic of body tension in babies and its impact on their movement, sleep, and feeding. Learn what body tension is, how to identify it, and discover simple home strategies and professional interventions to help your baby thrive.Tune in to understand how releasing body tension can support your baby's development and overall well-being.00:00 Introduction to Mothering From Within01:09 Recap and Preview01:48 Understanding Body Tension in Babies03:33 Impact of Body Tension on Feeding 2024-11-0512 min

Mothering From WithinEp.23: Tongue-Ties & Torticollis with Occupational Therapist, Kelsey BakerJoin host Kaili Ets as she chats with Kelsey, an occupational therapist and founder of B.WellTOTs. Kelsey shares her inspiring journey from early intervention to specializing in pediatric feeding and tongue ties. Together, they discuss the holistic approach to pediatric care, the challenges of motherhood, and the nuances of oral dysfunctions, including tongue ties and torticollis. Learn about the interconnectedness of body alignment, feeding positions, and overall health. Discover the importance of comprehensive assessments, multidisciplinary teams, and the roles various therapists play in addressing children's developmental challenges. This episode is packed with ins...2024-10-2242 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingAre you ever having a tough day and struggle to shift out of "a mood"? 5 simple ways that are fun, engaging, and create joy!Do you ever find yourself struggling with your mood? Like you woke up on the wrong side of the bed? Or the day started off well but then you got triggered by something your child did or said? You want to shift back into fun, joyful, playful, connection but it just feels hard...maybe even impossible. Today, I share 5 simple ways you can create that shift AND do it with your kids - I don't know about you but I don't often have the opportunity to just have a lengthy break or leave the house...2024-10-1015 min

Mothering From WithinEp.22: How Tongue-Ties Impact Feeding, Development & SleepIn this episode of the Mothering From Within podcast, host Kaili Ets, a pediatric occupational therapist, delves into understanding tongue ties, known as ankyloglossia, and their potential impact on breastfeeding, reflux, and overall baby development. Kaili emphasizes that a tongue tie release is not a quick fix, but part of addressing broader feeding and developmental challenges. Highlighting the importance of a holistic approach, the episode covers signs of tongue ties, such as feeding difficulties and sleep disruptions, and underscores the need for functional assessments and post-release care. Kaili provides listeners with a downloadable checklist to track symptoms and identifies...2024-10-0816 min

Mothering From WithinEp.21: Nervous System Regulation for Babies: Why It Matters and How to HelpIn this episode of 'Mothering From Within,' Kaili Ets, a mom and pediatric occupational therapist, explores how understanding your baby's nervous system can help create a deeper sense of security and connection. She introduces the polyvagal theory, explaining the different states of the autonomic nervous system—green (safe and connected), red (fight or flight), and blue (shutdown). Kaili offers practical tips for helping your baby navigate these states, such as creating a predictable environment, supporting their vagal tone, and regulating your own nervous system. This episode is packed with valuable insights to help make the early years of mo...2024-09-2426 min

Mothering From WithinEp.20: Quick Tools Every Overwhelmed Mom Needs to Stay Calm and Balanced With Bethany DejarnattIn this episode, Kaili chats with Bethany, about tools to reduce and regulate the nervous system, especially for adults (that's you mamas!) experiencing sensory overwhelm. They discuss practical methods like I AM statements, EFT tapping, and specific breathwork techniques to help mamas find calm and confidence amidst the chaos of early motherhood. This conversation is packed with actionable insights for moms looking to enhance their well-being and trust their instincts. Bethany is a holistic Occupational Therapist passionate about sharing power tools with the world! Power tools include EFT Tapping, Breathwork, Positive Affirmation and somatic release...2024-09-1030 min

Mothering From WithinEp.19: Sleep Strategies For High Needs Kids with Macall Gordon (Part 2)This episode (19) of 'Mothering From Within,' is part 2 of the interview with Macall Gordon, a seasoned expert with extensive research on temperament and sleep. Kaili and Macall discuss why high needs or intense children struggle with sleep and why "self-soothing" is not the goal for sleep. They emphasize that it's more about the child's unique system rather than a lack of skills. Macall introduces actionable sleep strategies, to help parents maintain consistency and manage bedtime routines effectively. The conversation also highlights the importance of understanding temperament traits and provides practical advice for parents feeling ov...2024-09-0326 min

Mothering From WithinEp.18: Understanding Your Child's Temperament and Sleep with Macall Gordon (Part 1)In this episode of 'Mothering from Within,' host Kaili Ets chats with sleep expert and researcher Macall Gordon about how understanding your child's temperament can significantly impact their sleep patterns. Macall shares her journey into this field sparked by her own challenging experiences as a mother and then chats about the nuanced differences in a child's temperament, the impact these traits have on sleep, and why traditional sleep training methods may not work for all kids. Practical advice is given on recognizing signs of specific temperaments and understanding the importance of a consistent approach, wh...2024-08-2727 min

Mothering From WithinEp.17: Understanding Your Baby's Unique TemperamentIn this episode of the Mothering From Within podcast, Kaili chats about the different temperaments of babies. She explains the nine main personality traits that shape a child's temperament, their influence on daily functioning and sleep, and how understanding them can empower parents in nurturing their child. Kaili discusses the 4 'main categories' of these temperaments - easy-going, active, cautious, and highly sensitive, offering practical insights and tips on how to support each type. The episode emphasizes the importance of responsive parenting and creating environments tailored to each child's unique needs for their optimal gro...2024-08-2030 min

Mothering From WithinEp.16: Is Sensory Overwhelm Affecting Your Motherhood Experience? Guest: Tracy Becerra-CulquiIn this episode of 'Mothering from Within,' host Kaili Ets, a mom and pediatric occupational therapist, welcomes guest Tracy, an occupational therapist, professor, and mother. They discuss the importance of understanding sensory processing in both moms and babies, and how it impacts emotional well-being and parenting. Tracy shares insights on the polyvagal theory, the challenges of sensory overload, and practical strategies to reset and calm the nervous system. Together, they emphasize the value of self-care and its positive effect on parenting. Tune in to learn how to navigate motherhood with greater sensory awareness and re...2024-08-1332 min

Mothering From WithinEp.15: How to Recognize and Manage Your Baby's Sensory PreferencesIn this episode of the 'Mothering From Within' podcast, host Kaili Ets, a pediatric occupational therapist and mom of two, discusses the concept of sensory thresholds and how those present in our babies, toddlers, and really every human. Building on last week's discussion of sensory processing and the eight senses, Kaili simplifies complex concepts to help parents recognize and address their children's sensory needs. From understanding sensory processing disorder to practical strategies for managing different sensory preferences, this episode offers compassionate insights and actionable tips for nurturing your baby's unique sensory world. 2024-08-0618 min

Mothering From WithinEp.14: Understanding Sensory Processing in Babies: A Parent's GuideIn this episode of the 'Mothering From Within' podcast, Kaili Ets, pediatric occupational therapist and mom of two, explores the world of sensory processing in babies. Learn about the eight sensory systems, including the often overlooked vestibular, proprioception, and interoception. Kaili offers practical tips for recognizing sensory overload in your little ones and supports you in trusting your parental instincts to foster their development. Plus, discover how different birth experiences can influence your baby’s sensory processing and how to create a soothing environment. Kaili also shares her personal journey and in...2024-07-3022 min

Mothering From WithinEp.13: Lost Yourself in Motherhood? Embracing Matrescence with guest Rachel MorrisonIn this episode of Mothering from Within, host Kaili Ets, alongside guest Rachel Morrison, dive into the complexities of early motherhood. They discuss how new moms can reclaim their identity, the concept of 'matrescence,' and the importance of self-compassion. Rachel (she/her) is a registered occupational therapist and psychotherapist who brings a unique dual lens to her work with parents, creating space to honour and process difficult feelings in hand with sharing practical tools, strategies, and skills that get you through the day. In this episode, Rachel provides practical tips for moms to reconnect wit...2024-07-2348 min

Mothering From WithinEp.12: Honouring Motherhood Without Losing Yourself: Strategies For New MomsIn this Episode, #12, Kaili Ets, a mom of two and a pediatric occupational therapist, explores the significant identity shift that accompanies motherhood and takes you through an exercise to help you get started with rediscovering your identity in motherhood.She discusses how new moms can often feel like they are losing their pre-baby selves while adapting to the demands of parenting. She emphasizes the importance of integrating old passions with new responsibilities to find a balanced life. Make sure to stay tuned until the end for a guided exercises to identify and honor yo...2024-07-1612 min

Mothering From WithinEp.11: How Your Brain Changes During Motherhood: A Chat with Rocio ZuniniUnderstanding Your Brain Changes During MotherhoodIn this episode of 'Mothering from Within,' host Kaili Ets, a pediatric occupational therapist and mom of two, sits down with neuroscientist Rocio Zunini to dive into the fascinating changes in the parental brain during motherhood. Rocio, the founder of Newborn Parents, shares her journey into neuroscience and how becoming a mom piqued her interest in the parental brain. Together, they explore the significant neuroplasticity that occurs with parenthood, the importance of understanding these changes, and practical tools to support emotional regulation. If you're a m...2024-07-0735 min

Mothering From WithinEp.10: Why Co-Regulation Beats Self-Soothing for Baby's Sleep and DevelopmentWhy Co-Regulation Beats Self-Soothing for Baby's Sleep and DevelopmentIn this episode of 'Mothering from Within,' I, Kaili Ets, a pediatric occupational therapist and mom of two, dive deeper into the topic of your baby's nervous system and the concept of self-regulation. I chat about the age old debate of 'self-soothing' and why this is a very mis-understood concept in the sleep world especially. I also talk about the difference between self-soothing and self-settling, and the important role that co-regulation plays in nurturing your baby's emotional and developmental needs. I go over signs of d...2024-06-3028 min

Mothering From WithinEp.9: Understanding Your Baby's Brain: The Key to Nurturing DevelopmentIn this episode of 'Mothering from Within,' I explore the critical aspects of nurturing an infant's brain from birth to three years. I discuss why understanding the infant brain is essential for parents to respond to their baby's needs effectively. I talk about the baby's brain size at birth, its development in the first few years, and the importance of the caregiver's role in regulating stress and emotional well-being. Through discussing the stages of brain development and the stress response systems in babies, I emphasize the importance of responsive caregiving for a baby's emotional an...2024-06-2326 min

Mothering From WithinEp.8: Tears Tell a Story: Understanding Your Baby's CryingIn this episode of 'Mothering from Within,' I chat all about babies' tears and crying. I talk about understanding crying not just as a means for babies to express immediate needs but as a deeper form of communication, including 'memory crying' linked to pre and perinatal experiences. I discuss how responding to crying with empathy and support can foster emotional regulation and resilience in children, laying a foundation for their emotional development. I highlight the personal journey parents can undertake to become more comfortable with their child's tears, exploring their own emotional tri...2024-06-1628 min

Mothering From WithinEp.7: Birth Is Hard - Understanding Your Baby's Birth Journey and Embracing Early MotherhoodIn this episode of 'Mothering from Within,' I explore the intricacies of birth from a baby's perspective, highlighting the challenges and resilience inherent in the journey through the birth canal. I chat about how a baby's birth story influences their early functioning, from feeding and sleeping to overall comfort and shed light on the physical processes during birth. Then I move on to discussing 'life after birth' for babies! You'll learn why babies are so dependent on you, as their special adult, and why closeness and attachment are so important (and not a bad hab...2024-06-0918 min

Mothering From WithinEp.4: The Perfect Mother Myth - Time to Drop The Stress, Guilt, And OverwhelmThis episode is a heart-to-heart and real talk about this whole idea of the "perfect mother." More than half of parents feel that they are failing in their first few years of parenthood. And our society has so many "rules" and things they deem right and wrong, so it is hard not to feel like you are failing if you aren't meeting those things. You feel like you are failing when you stress about every little decision whether it is around feeding or carrying for the tiny, helpless human in front of you.No wonder w...2024-05-1915 min

Mothering From WithinEp.3: Embracing The Emotional Rollercoaster of New Parenthood With Karen McWilliamsEmbracing the Emotional Rollercoaster of New ParenthoodIn this episode #3 of 'Mothering From Within', host Kaili Ets, a pediatric occupational therapist and mother of two, dives into the complexities and emotional rollercoasters of early parenthood. With guest expert Karen McWilliams, a seasoned birth and postnatal doula with over 20 years of experience, the conversation explores how making mistakes is essential for growth as parents, the impact of birth trauma, and the societal pressures on new parents. We discuss strategies for coping with the overwhelming array of emotions new parents face, emphasizing se...2024-05-1231 min

Mothering From WithinEp.1: Welcome! Getting To Know Me And A Little Bit About My Motherhood JourneyCongratulations on becoming a mama! Whether you have a fresh newborn or an active toddler, know that I’ve been where you are, and I’m here for you.For this very first episode of Mothering From Within, I wanted to tell you a little bit more about me, so that you can feel like you know me, this voice in your ear while you feed your baby, go for walks while they nap in the stroller or carrier, or when your driving around to all your baby classes and appointments.So grab...2024-05-1214 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingYou don’t actually need to know what’s wrong with your child in order to help him/her work through it! Here’s why + how to help them resolve big feelingsI think there are a lot of misconceptions we have as parents, many of them just because it is what society continuously tells us. Today, I dive into one of those... Did you know you don't actually have to know what your little one is melting down about to help him/her resolve it? Tune in as I share why you don't need to know and how you can help! Special Time ebook & Tame Your Triggers Audio have both been upgraded to MELTDOWN MANAGEMENT Mini Training! Get it...2023-03-0319 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingAre timeouts really effective?Timeouts! Love them or hate them they are a frequent recommendation to modify a child's behavior. Last week, as I was driving my son home from school, he said something so profound I had to share it. His statement confirms what I've always known but haven't heard a child specifically articulate. Plus, bonus tips on how to transition away from timeouts while still creating opportunity for calming down and training as well as space for your emotions and need for space as a parent. Special Time ebook & Tam...2023-02-2417 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingHuxton’s Redemptive Birth StoryIn honor of Huxton turning 3 and my recent sharing of my older son, Myles' birth story I thought it was only fitting to share his. I generally look back at Myles' birth and remember it as more traumatic for me while Huxton's birth was a beautiful story of redemption. I am, of course, grateful for both as it brought me 2 of the most precious gifts, but knowledge is always more powerful, even if you end up making the same choice. Connect with me here: https://www.instagram.com...2023-02-1716 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDoes your child ever hit him/herself when upset? Here’s why and what to do about it!Has your child ever hit his/her head on the floor/bed/wall or hit him/herself? Then today's episode is for you! It's easy to assume your child has a big problem if this is occurring but there may be several reasons for it that aren't too difficult to correct. However, it will take effort. Tune in as I chat how to recognize when it is a more significant problem and several ways to address the issue. Special Time ebook & Tame Your Trig...2023-02-1118 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDoes your child ever struggle with transitions? 3 simple ways to take away the frustration and move your child along!Does your child struggle with transitions? Maybe not every one Maybe only for a season. Maybe every one. No matter which you relate to, there are simple things we can do as the parent to help ease the tension of transition. Today I share 3 of those with you in hopes to increase fun and connection all while decreasing the frustration and getting the job done! Special Time ebook & Tame Your Triggers Audio have both been upgraded to MELTDOWN MANAGEMENT Mini Training! Get it here → https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64406aa91df9ae47...2023-02-0414 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDoes your child have meltdowns when something doesn’t go as planned? 2 reasons why this happens and 3 ways to help!I like to post a question box occasionally on my IG account asking what behavior parents are struggling with most at the time. One person wrote in: "meltdowns as soon as something doesn't go his way...it can be the littlest thing." I have heard this SO many times that I thought it would be a great opportunity to address it here on the podcast! Tune in to hear 2 reasons why this happens and 3 things you can actually do about it! Special Time ebook & Tame Your Triggers Aud...2023-01-2814 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingMyles’ birth story + what I learned from my traumatic experienceToday, I thought it would be fitting to share Myles' birth story since his birthday was this week. It was definitely tougher than I thought it would be this far from the experience, it's been six years, but I think it's something I learned the very hard way and I hope if you're in a similar place, maybe not necessarily giving birth, but somewhere in your motherhood journey that it can be helpful for you too. One of the biggest lessons I've learned in becoming a mother and learning this style of...2023-01-2029 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDo you ever find yourself triggered by the same situation over and over again? Check out this strategy to help!Do you ever find yourself getting triggered by the same situation over and over again and despite recognizing it you just can't seem to change it? Join me today as I share with you one strategy I use in the moment to combat the rising frustration and inevitable automatic reactions that tend to follow in order to pause, take a minute to reflect, shift perspective, and react in a calmer, more patient way. Special Time ebook & Tame Your Triggers Audio have both been upgraded to MELTDOWN MANAGEMENT Mini Training! Get it he...2023-01-1710 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingParent check in time...Are you doing this?As a parent who is regularly dealing with a child's behaviors, especially if it is one child in particular, it can become really easy to get stuck in certain patterning or habits around our responses to said child. Often it becomes just an automatic response and without recognizing it we can be actually adding more stress and disconnection to our relationship with our child. Tune in today to find out if this is something you've been unknowingly struggling with and start to increase your awareness to bring change! Plus, you'll get a peek inside to how this...2023-01-1310 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDo you ever feel like you are failing as a mom because of your child’s behavior? 10 reasons why it might actually be a blessing!It can be really hard to see the good in behavior, especially when society conditions us otherwise. We are taught to ignore and punish the behavior we want to go away and reward the behavior we desire. But this often gets us stuck in a trap of always having to manage and manipulate the behaviors. As I look back on our journey and the intensity of the behaviors plus the immense weariness, exhaustion, and overwhelm that I felt as a mom trying to figure out how to make changes and get the...2023-01-1023 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDo you want to gain more immediate obedience when you give your child a direction? Learn how to set and hold a limit with connection.Truthfully, I LOVE to use play to get cooperation from my kids, particularly when it is a task they don’t want to do or are struggling to accomplish (like brushing teeth, changing clothes, etc.) and/or when I have less energy, patience and capacity for a large meltdown. However, there is one strategy I haven’t shared a lot on yet that I think is vital in the growing obedience of our children. I have heard a lot of people dinging gentle parenting lately, and while I believe I share more c...2023-01-0516 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingIs gentle parenting actually harming your kid(s)?Have you seen the opinions shared around social media on gentle parenting? If you have, then you know it's not pleasant. I've heard things like, gentle parenting is unbiblical or kids who have been raised this way grow up to be disrespectful or have more difficulty obeying authority. Today, I address this question because I think people often mistake gentle for passive and they are 2 completely different things. I also share with you 5 unique traits I think this style of parenting has to offer. I'd love to hea...2023-01-0309 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDo you ever feel overwhelmed by the goals you have for your child’s behavior or your ability to remain calm? My best advice for you heading into the New Year!Since the New Year is upon us, most of us tend to think of resolutions or goals that we would like to accomplish in the new year. This simple activity can often become overwhelming because it tends to snowball into several goals across multiple areas resulting in a lot to remember and try to cram in. Today, I'm sharing some encouragement and advice so you can head into the new year feeling empowered to start making little steps of change with your child's behavior and/or your ability to stay calm du...2022-12-3014 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDoes your child ever get on your last nerve? 3 simple things to do about it that will save your sanity!As the holidays are wrapping up, kids are still home from school and the weather isn't the best (at least here in MN), it can create the perfect environment for kids to get on your last nerve...to push those exact buttons that trigger you into frustration and impatience. Today, I chat about 3 simple things you can incorporate immediately to help save your sanity and give your kids what they are looking for! If you have felt encouraged by this episode (or another one), I'd love if you'd be willing to ta...2022-12-2713 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingQ&A: Picky eating, potty training, jealousy, and MORE!Today, I'm answering your most recent questions! Topics include: *jealousy *picky eating *potty training *poor personal space/body awareness *getting rid of the nuk Special Time ebook & Tame Your Triggers Audio have both been upgraded to MELTDOWN MANAGEMENT Mini Training! Get it here → https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64406aa91df9ae473e5a55e3 Episode on Stay Listening: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chaos-to-connected-behavior-management-parent-coach/id1609008872?i=1000554474011 Episode on Special Time: https://podcasts.apple.c...2022-12-2336 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingAre you saying these 3 words/phrases? Here’s how to remove them from your vocab to benefit your child’s emotional and physical health.There are a lot of things we could debate about when it comes to what we should or shouldn't say in front of your children. Today, I want to share with you 3 words/phrases that I think are important to be aware of and remove as much as possible from your vocabulary to help improve overall development and mental health as your child ages. Plus, I give you examples of how to shift those words/phrases into something that can provide emotional benefit to them in a variety of situations and environments. 2022-06-2811 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDo you feel like you are constantly bombarded with parenting advice and struggle to know what to follow?There is so much advice and so many expectations placed on us as moms/parents. What if I told you there is 1 main thing I think is most important to be consistent with in your parenting?? Listen in as I aim to take some of the overwhelm off your shoulders and give you one tangible strategy to focus on this week! Special Time ebook & Tame Your Triggers Audio have both been upgraded to MELTDOWN MANAGEMENT Mini Training! Get it here → https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64406aa91df9ae473e5a55e3 2022-06-2411 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDo you ever have more than one child vying for your attention? Here’s a guide for how to respondHave you ever been in between 2 (or more) kids who all want your attention and you felt overwhelmed with what to do and who to help or attend to first? I find this to be one of the bigger challenges of motherhood, especially if both are crying and screaming for you! How do you possibly choose?? And when you do choose the other child(ren) make it seem like you've made the wrong choice! Today, I give you a few tips on how to determine who needs you the most in those moments and how...2022-06-2116 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingSPECIAL GUEST: Tools and tips to becoming a kingdom mother to parent kids in the ways of the kingdom, the way God parents us!Have you ever wondered what it looked like to be a kingdom focused mother? Or felt completely overwhelmed by trying to train your child up in the Lord? Today, join Emily, from @kingdommotherhood, and I as we talk about it all! Emily is a mom of 3 who has truly learned to rely on the Lord for guidance on how to parent her kids from a biblical perspective. We cover: *prayer: how to pray for our kids and how to start incorporating prayer more into your daily routines and...2022-06-1756 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingWhat about the ”good” kids?? Are no tantrums really better??Have you ever sat through a long day of tantrums and behaviors and thought I wish he/she could just be "good?" Or do you have a child that follows directions, never pushes back, and always does the "right" thing? Today, we dive into whether or not that truly is better and something to be desired from your child. Special Time ebook & Tame Your Triggers Audio have both been upgraded to MELTDOWN MANAGEMENT Mini Training! Get it here → https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64406aa91df9ae473e5a55e3 2022-06-1413 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDo you and your spouse disagree on behavior management strategies?One of the biggest challenges in parenting can be the blending of two different perspectives learning how to come together and figure out a plan for discipline. This can create even more tension when one parent has a preference for connection focused strategies and the other parent doesn't. Join me as I chat about perspective shifts, strategies and some encouragement if your spouse isn't quite as excited about connected parenting as you are. Special Time Podcast Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chaos-to-connected/id1609008872#episodeGuid=kjzeiher.podbean.com%2F54e66b4...2022-06-1011 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDo you find yourself in the middle of what feels like a losing battle with your child? My top tip to gain compliance in frustrating situationsDo you find yourself in the middle of what feels like a losing battle with your child? You get frustrated and in attempts to regain control the tantrum grows and the cycle continues. What if there was one simple shift you could make to help lessen the conflict and gain obedience? Check out today's episode to hear my top tip! Special Time ebook & Tame Your Triggers Audio have both been upgraded to MELTDOWN MANAGEMENT Mini Training! Get it here → https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64406aa91df9ae473e5a55e3 2022-06-0706 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingAre you really ok with the crying? 3 ways you might be unintentionally stopping your child(ren) from releasing big feelingsThere is so much depth to our reactions to the behaviors we encounter. It can be extremely difficult to see the patterning that we have developed from our upbringing and the molding that has occurred from society. Today, I share with you 3 ways we unintentionally stop our child from expressing and releasing their feelings. This is always helpful for me in the middle of meltdowns to be more aware of to help change my natural patterning. Which one do you struggle with or tend to rely on the most? ...2022-06-0310 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingSPECIAL GUEST: How to transform your motherhood and create life balance without having to choose between your family, priorities, and yourself.Do you struggle to find balance in motherhood? Or wonder if there is such a thing? Have you felt like you've lost yourself in motherhood or are finding it really challenging to prioritize taking care of yourself and managing all the things? Today, I have the pleasure of chatting with Jenna, creator of The Balanced Mom Method, mom of 2 who set out on a journey to help other moms find balance in motherhood following her struggles during the fourth trimester with her first born. She has a passion for showing moms how to create life b...2022-05-3151 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDoes ignoring behavior actually work?With my background as a pediatric occupational therapist and working in an outpatient clinic, I came across recommendations of ignoring behavior as a behavioral modification strategy, frequently. At the time, I honestly didn't think much of it because I didn't know any different. However, I'd like to offer you a fresh perspective on whether or not ignoring your child's behavior actually helps and why! Check it out! Special Time ebook & Tame Your Triggers Audio have both been upgraded to MELTDOWN MANAGEMENT Mini Training! Get it here → https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64406aa9...2022-05-2710 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDo you have a child that hits/kicks/bites? 5 Tips to Understand and Manage Aggressive Behavior.Does your child ever lash out when he/she is upset and hit, kick, bite, or pinch? Did you know this is actually a NORMAL response to stored up fear and anger? Want to know why the punishments and time outs aren’t working to get rid of the behavior? Because it’s perpetuating the cycle of disconnection and the inability for your child to think logically. It also dampens the child’s ability to learn through co-regulation. Obviously we don’t want our children...2022-05-2022 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDo you ever go to bed at night feeling guilty about the time and/or attention you couldn’t give to your child?In the busyness of life or the challenge of the season of motherhood you're in, it can be extremely difficult to feel connected to your child. Do you ever go to bed at night feeling guilty about the time you had, whether not enough or not used in the way you wished it would have been? Does your child have some challenging behaviors? I have the solution for both! CONNECTION. When our child feels disconnected, the brain is hard wired to signal us for...2022-05-1311 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingAre you feeling overwhelmed by your child’s big feelings or challenging behaviors?If you are struggling or feeling overwhelmed by emotions or behaviors, then find 10 minutes in your schedule for some encouragement! Reminder: our goal here isn't to remove behaviors completely, but to feel equipped to handle them; both in our response but also in our understanding. We can do all the things connected and there may still be behaviors. Repeat after me....behaviors and emotions are NORMAL. You got this! Special Time ebook & Tame Your Triggers Audio have both been upgraded to MELTDOWN MANAGEMENT Mini...2022-05-0608 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingSPECIAL GUEST: The Highly Sensitive Mom/The Highly Sensitive ChildJoin me as I chat with Kelsey; wife, mom of 3, and speech language pathologist with a passion for positive parenting through the highly sensitive lens. We chat: - what it means to be highly sensitive -how to determine if you or your child is -tips if you’re a highly sensitive mom, have a highly sensitive child, or both -calming spaces, counseling and/or off-loading your own emotions, when to seek out help, and so much MORE! Special Time ebook & Tame Your Triggers Audio...2022-05-0350 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingHave you ever given your child exactly what they wanted and they still had a meltdown? 1 Simple Strategy to help you through it!Have you ever had this experience: Parent: “Do you want the red or blue cup with your lunch?” Child: “I want the red cup.” Parent: gives child the red cup Child: melts down and wants the blue cup If it has, then today’s episode is for you! Join me as we dive into a simple strategy that you can implement and why it is so important! Special Time ebook & Tame Your Triggers Audio have both been upgraded to MELTDOWN MANAGEMENT Mini Training! Get it here → https://v...2022-04-2909 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDoes your child need help learning how to regulate? 5 fun and simple activities to implementIt took me a while to understand why taking deep breaths, and teaching your child how to actually do it, can be one of the simplest, yet most impactful, strategies in your tool belt. Breathing is actually the only automatic function we can also control! Join me as we dive into the vagus nerve and its impact on our ability to remain in the rest and digest/calm state. Plus, we chat about 5 different FUN strategies that will encourage deep breathing = more time in the chill zone along with 2 BONUS strategies to get you everything y...2022-04-2217 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDo you want to know the difference between punishment and discipline??Today is the day we are talking all things punishment and discipline. PLUS we go deep into your child’s brain. Do you want to know why your child is behaving in a less than preferred way? Do you want to understand the ins and outs of the foundation of his/her emotions? Do you want to understand the difference between punishment and discipline? Then join us as we uncover the heart behind the behavior. _________________________________________________ Special Ti...2022-04-1519 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDid you know inconsistent connection leads to more behavior? The #1 way to decrease unwanted behaviorsI have been sharing a lot about how connection is vital and a daily, even hourly need (or more depending on your child) but I wanted to take some time to help you actually establish a connection plan. For every other vital necessity, and even things that aren’t necessary to actually maintain life, we have a plan. We even have a plan for connecting with others, even though we aren’t necessarily thinking in those terms. Unfortunately, when it comes to our kids we have been continually trained in many circum...2022-04-0818 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingIs your child afraid of going to the doctor or the dentist? 5 tips for difficult appointmentsIs your child afraid of going to the doctor or the dentist? Is it a struggle to get them into the car or into the office to be seen? Do you find yourself hesitating or trying to decide when to tell him/her to get the least emotional response?? A mom messaged me with a question re: dentist/doctor visits with children and how to go about navigating the behaviors and feelings that come up. So today, I am diving all in! We are going to talk about 5 areas to focus on when preparing to b...2022-04-0522 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDo you ever feel like the whining, back talk, and arguing is constant? 5 simple strategies to get out of meltdown modeDo you ever feel like the whining, the back talk, the arguing is constant?? It can be easy to get trapped in meltdown mode, especially with full schedules and limited time left for connection. Today, we are diving into 5 simple ways to pull your child out of meltdown mode and get things back on track! Special Time ebook & Tame Your Triggers Audio have both been upgraded to MELTDOWN MANAGEMENT Mini Training! Get it here → https://view.flodesk.com/pages/64406aa91df9ae473e5a55e3 ...2022-04-0107 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDo you find it challenging to keep your calm during meltdowns? 5 game changing tipsDo you find it challenging to keep your calm amongst the chaos? The constant meltdowns? The yelling? The whining? More than one child crying at a time? All the things?? I get it! I went through a major season of overwhelm and walked through some really challenging behaviors with my spirited child. During that time, I discovered 5 things that were game changers for me as I was sanctified over and over and grew in ways that allowed us to bust through the behaviors in a more effective way. Figure out your triggers and...2022-03-2517 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDo you want to know the secret to better behavior?Have you ever typed in a google search bar…”how do I get my child to stop crying?” or “why is my child crying so much?” Today we are diving into the crying. What it means, why it’s beneficial, and how you can support your child through it to build your connection. And if you’re new, or you’ve forgotten, more connection = better behavior. Here are a few key takeaways to help you understand more about your child as they work through a meltdown/tantrum/emotional expression… Their prefrontal cortex de...2022-03-1814 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDoes your child need 50 things before bedtime? 2 Strategies that will help you transform your bedtime routine!Do you envision this peaceful bedtime routine that is quick and easy but you end up with 3 trips to the bathroom, 5 drinks of water, 10 more hugs and kisses, begging for more stories and the repeated tucking and re-tucking in?? Today we dive into why this is and the 2 key strategies you can be implementing today to prevent the battle of the bedtime routine. The constant requests and attempts to control what is happening is due to the buildup of feelings and emotions just under the surface that the body naturally tries to...2022-03-1110 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingDid you know naming feelings actually stops your child from working through them? 3 reasons you don’t need to label emotionsIn today's episode we are talking all about labeling a child's feelings in the moment of a meltdown. DID YOU KNOW.... Research actually shows naming feelings pulls children away from feeling their feelings?? The effort it takes to transition from what their brain was created to do (expel negative feelings/energy/experiences) to either agreeing or disagreeing with us actually stops them from focusing on releasing that feeling. Plus, we could be labeling incorrectly! You may be wondering, okay, then what am I supposed to do?? L...2022-03-0413 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingHave you ever been in the midst of a tantrum, whining, or sibling fights and found yourself at a loss of what to do?Have you ever been in the midst of a tantrum, whining, sibling fighting and found yourself at a loss of what to do? All of the obvious things don’t necessarily yield the results you are wanting and it leaves you feeling more guilty than relieved? Today, we are talking all about the #1 strategy I use to gain compliance or obedience during anything that is not a full blown meltdown….PLAY LISTENING. Play is truly the work of the child and every time I have intentionally utilized it durin...2022-02-2527 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingHave you ever used the phrases the ”terrible twos” or ”threenager” to describe your child? Here’s why you should reconsider"For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of." Matthew 12:34 Have you ever heard the phrases the "terrible twos" or "threenager"? In this episode I'm diving into why we do this and why we should reconsider. The words we speak over our children (whether they are present or not) not only impacts them, but it affects the lens to which we view their behaviors. Behaviors are either a heart issue or in this case, most likely, a developmental progression. When we can shift our words to more positive descriptors it can truly help us...2022-02-1816 min

Chaos to Connected - Helping Parents Navigate Challenging Behavior with Connection; Christian moms, behavior management, positive parenting, discipline, tantrums, aggression, biblical parentingAre you struggling with your child’s behaviors?Do you struggle with behaviors on a regular basis? There is SO much advice out there - time outs, different punishments and consequences, rewards, bribes, sticker charts, the list goes on! But what if there was one simple thing you could do each day that didn’t require any of that?! Introducing SPECIAL TIME! In today’s episode I dive deep into what special time is (it’s different than 1:1 time) and how you can implement it into your routine no matter what season of life you are in! This tool has transformed our lives and I have r...2022-02-1022 min

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No One AskedNo One Asked- Ep 1: Get to know usHi Friends! Welcome to our podcast No One Asked where we (Kaili and Diana) talk about random topics with our friends. No one really cares about what we think but we feel like sharing it anyways :)2021-05-0115 min

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DefineDefine ResilienceWhat exactly is resilience and how do we develop it? In this episode Kaili breaks down multiple studies on resilience and how we can develop that trait in ourselves and how to support others in developing it themselves.Support the show 2020-11-0414 min

DefineDefine KailiKaili tells her story of the time she was getting divorced...while pregnant and trying to graduate college. She goes into that challenge, what advice she has for others, what she wished she knew, how to help others in the same situation, and the character trait she learned through process.Support the show 2020-11-0416 min

DefineWhy DefineWe all have a moment (let's be honest, multiple moments) that define who we are. Kaili takes the time in this episode to explain why it's important to learn about each other's defining moments and breakdown what we can learn from them, and also how to apply peoples' stories into our own lives. Support the show 2020-11-0306 min