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Book 101 ReviewBook 101 Review, now in its fifth season, features MegAnne Ford as our guest—a passionate parenting coach dedicated to helping parents build deeper, more meaningful connections with their children. In this engaging conversation, MegAnne shares practical insights, compassionate guidance, and relationship-centered strategies that empower families to strengthen communication, foster emotional security, and create lasting bonds in today’s busy world.MegAnne FordParent CoachA Mission to Help Families Thrive. I won’t stand by and watch parents struggle, and children suffer.I didn’t grow up in a home where connection was at the forefront of parenting. As a child, I was labeled a “problem,” often seen as loud, strong-willed, and difficult. My parents tried their best but relied on shame, blame, and punishment, which only created distance between us. I was left feeling misunderstood, and that led to rebellion and resentment.After entering early childhood education, I saw these same out...
2025-12-1926 min
Complex Kids, Simple SolutionsMegAnne Ford — From “Be Better” to Feel Better: Parenting Complex Kids with CLEAR ConnectionSend us a textIn this conversation, Michelle sits down with parent coach MegAnne Ford to flip the old script—away from forcing kids to fit our vision and toward building skills, safety, and connection so families actually feel better day to day.MegAnne shares:Why control backfires. Traditional “make them comply” tactics widen the gap; centering the child’s needs helps the message land.The CLEAR method (her 5-step roadmap). Connection → Limits → Empowerment → Accountability → Recovery—so consequences teach with dignity, not shame.Behavior = a...
2025-11-1033 min
The Happy Sensory CornerIt's our job as parents to fit the child, so they feel safe, seen and included - MegAnne FordStruggling with autism-related behaviors at home? This episode shows how “fixing” the outside can leave kids lonely on the inside—and what to do instead. Learn connection-first steps that calm meltdowns and build trust.Guest: MegAnne Ford, parenting coach and creator of the C.L.E.A.R. Method (attachment- and brain-based parenting; Be Kind Coaching).How “connect before correct” reduces meltdownsWhy external control can create internal lonelinessA simple way to join your child’s world (Alex & the DVD story)Using C.L.E.A.R. (Connection, Limit, Empowe...
2025-10-0850 min
Heart to Heart with AbagabaMegAnne Ford: Passionate and Dedicated Parent CoachToday’s guest is MegAnne Ford, a passionate parenting coach dedicated to helping parents connect with their children and discover their confidence in parenting. MegAnne has developed a transformative approach that builds a safe and secure parent-child relationship. Her proven C.L.E.A.R. Method empowers parents to navigate challenges like tantrums, meltdowns, and overwhelm with practical tools. Her coaching provides actionable strategies and support, allowing parents to show up as their best selves.
2025-01-2434 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Unsafe Parenting Ep 5.31We will look at unsafe parenting. The topic of this series is delving into attachment theory and breaking down this complex theory. Strong relationships are likened to a dance between rupture and repair. In my positive parenting class, I discuss this concept using the visual of a pothole. Living in a downtown area, I often encounter potholes that can disrupt entire streets. Despite our efforts to avoid them, potholes persist, much like ruptures in relationships. Some ruptures are benign, such as momentarily checking a text message during a conversation. However, if left unaddressed...
2024-04-1951 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Safe Parenting Ep 5.30Inside this series exploring the four qualities of a secure attachment bond, we're discussing the dance between rupture and repair. Ruptures are mistakes, moments of dysregulation, outbursts, frustration, or anger. These moments are natural and human. In a secure relationship, we come back together and do the repair work, recovering from those ruptures. Therefore, when navigating attachment and building secure attachment, we become curious about the quality of our comfortability with rupture and repair. To remind everyone, attachment theory focuses on the quality of the attachment bond that affects your child's development – mentally, physically, intellectually, em...
2024-04-1041 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Parent = Person & Parenting = Methods Ep.5.25 Today's episode will focus on separating who we are from what we do and discussing how being a parent shapes your identity and the methods you use. I invite you to get comfortable, grab your journal, and let's begin. Welcome to "MegAnne is Not a Parent, But..." the podcast where I, your host MegAnne Ford, a former Early Childhood educator turned positive parenting coach, help parents like you navigate the challenges of dealing with your strong-willed child's difficult behavior. Clients have described me as a blend between Brené Brown and Miss Frizzle from the Magic S...
2023-12-1228 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Emotions are giving you messages Ep.5.22How can we use our emotions to our benefit? Do you think there are bad and good emotions? What if we could shift our thoughts about emotions to just allowing them to be messages! 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2023-11-0242 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...No bad emotions Ep.5.21Are there 'Bad' emotions? What would life be like without emotions, and the impacts of emotions on our experiences? Get ready to reframe your perspective, embrace every feeling, and dive into a world without 'bad' emotions! 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2023-10-1944 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Anger is Growths BFF Ep.5.20Let's challenge the notion of anger as the "bad guy" and advocate for listening to anger cues, just as we heed the signals of hunger, thirst, and sleep as a path to self-discovery and transformation. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2023-09-2832 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Awareness is the First Step to Growth Ep.5.19Explore the transformative role of self-awareness in personal growth. We reflect on the satisfaction derived from our best efforts and the distinction between change and growth. With a focus on awareness, we uncover blind spots and consider the impact of our upbringing. We'll address the fear often associated with awareness and introduce the concept of the "three interlocking rings." Discover the signs that indicate a need for heightened awareness in your own life and embark on a journey to unlock your true potential. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coach...
2023-09-1431 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...5 Books that go deeper: Trauma Ep.5.18Dive into the profound world of trauma healing with our podcast as we explore essential books like 'The Deepest Well' by Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, 'Healing Developmental Trauma' by Heller and LaPierre, 'What Happened to You?' by Oprah and Dr. Bruce Perry, 'It Didn't Start With You' by Mark Wolynn, and 'When the Body Says No' by Dr. Gabor Maté "Healing Developmental Trauma" Heller and LaPierre Join us on a journey of understanding, compassion, and transformation. Check out my list of recourses that include the books above...
2023-09-0141 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What does the "Fawn" response look like? Ep.5.17Explore what happens to our bodies when we come in contact with a threat and how this information will help us understand our own reactions to the children in our lives. Our bodies are actively trying to protect us, but what happens if there really is no threat? Do you over apologize, have difficulty saying no, are you a people pleaser? Have you ever thought to yourself that your body is keeping you safe? You might be in a state of stress. How can we grow our awareness of the impact that we have had on...
2023-08-1825 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What does the "Freeze" response look like? Ep.5.16Do you know when you are in freeze mode? Explore what happens to our bodies when we come in contact with a threat and how this information will help us understand our reactions to the children in our lives. Our bodies are actively trying to protect us, but what happens if there really is no threat? Trigger warning: We are working through, from a birds-eye view, what trauma is and its effect on the body. Listen to your body. You could get triggered, which is normal. You are safe here to take a bre...
2023-07-0727 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What does the "flight" response look like? Ep.5.15Do you know when you are in flight mode? Can you escape the lion? Or is it just a cat? Are you aware when you pick up children in love or anger? Explore what happens to our bodies when we come in contact with a threat and how this information will help us understand our own reactions to the children in our lives. Our bodies are actively trying to protect us, but what happens if there really is no threat? Trigger warning: We are working through, from a birds-eye vi...
2023-06-2226 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What does a “fight” response look like? Ep.5.14Is your child quick to fight you? Are you quick to anger? It might interest you why that is happening. Trigger warning: We are working through, from a birds-eye view, what trauma is and its effect on the body. Listen to your body. You could get triggered, which is normal. You are safe here to take a break and come back. Learning about these things can only propel you forward in life. The information below serves as a conversation opener and public awareness, NOT a substitution for professional mental health support.
2023-01-0431 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...The 4 trauma responses introduction Ep. 5.13Our brain’s main focus is to adjunct our bodies to navigate circumstances. If the circumstance becomes dangerous, we become protective so we can survive. That is when our brain can make assumptions about our environment. Is the animal that is in front of us a tiger or a cat? Trigger warning: We are working through, from a birds-eye view, what trauma is and its effect on the body. Listen to your body. You could get triggered, which is normal. You are safe here to take a break and come back. Learning about these things can o...
2022-12-2828 minMegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What is an ACE score? Ep. 5.12Do you know what your ACE score is? I will share what ACEs is and share with you my ACE score. Trigger warning: We are working through, from a birds-eye view, what trauma is and its effect on the body. Listen to your body. You could get triggered, which is normal. You are safe here to take a break and come back. Learning about these things can only propel you forward in life. The information below serves as a conversation opener and public awareness, NOT a substitution for professional mental health sup...
2022-12-2045 minMegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Realistic Optimism with Jennine JacobListen to MegAnne and Jennine Jacob discuss together what is empathy and how it relates to her work, and her parenting. In her book's introduction, she writes: "I have always felt like an outsider but it wasn’t until later in life that I learned I have ADHD. Both my father and my step-father were in the Navy so we moved around a lot adding to the feeling of not fitting in and not belonging. Perpetually being the “new kid” from a young age I had trouble with social situations and always seemed to get it wrong. I neve...
2022-11-2232 min
Promote Yourself to CEO | Small Business Strategy for Women EntrepreneursCEO Confession Take Two: From Bullied to Vibrant Business Community with MegAnne FordSend us a textCertain subjects are polarizing, and I’m not just talking about the usual topics like politics or religion. The last time I had MegAnne Ford on the show we discussed the dark side of visibility she experienced through her coaching business…her parenting coach business. As you can imagine, parents have particular thoughts about raising their (and sometimes others’) kids. And someone took umbrage to what MegAnne had to say that they bullied and essentially stalked her! She’s come out on the other side of it, though, and years later she’s stil...
2022-11-1043 minMegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Value connection over grades- Interview with Dr. Kimberly Douglass VALUE CONNECTION OVER GRADES! The Podcast interview I had was with Dr. Kimberly Douglass whom I met on TikTok and it was a message I want to deliver right into this community- as it relates DIRECTLY to the message I have shared before. Become empowered in a system that creates a division between you and your child. Crowdfund Book Development by Dr Kimberly Douglass and receive a download of the book Decolonizing Neurodivergence (pdf) Textbook Dr. Kimberly Douglass is the full-time owner of Kimberly Douglass, PhD, LLC. Dr. Douglass and her team are designing a world i...
2022-10-1858 min
The Magnetic Entrepreneur PodcastMeet My Coachee MegAnne Ford ( Session 1 With MegAnne)I am excited to kick off season five by giving you an inside look at what it really looks like to grow a business. MegAnne Ford of Be Kind Coaching is a parenting coach who helps parents understand and enjoy their strong-willed kids. You will hear all of her coaching sessions as we spend the next 6-months creating her signature marketing system. In this episode, we chat about how MegAnne has built a large and highly engaged audience, but she isn't meeting her sales goals after changing her launch strategy. Like a lot of entrepreneurs, s...
2022-07-0457 minMegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What is trauma? What is childhood trauma? Ep.5.11 Healing is not linear; understanding trauma's impact empowers parents to create a safe and supportive environment for their children. Trigger warning: We are working through, from a birds-eye view, what trauma is and its effect on the body. Listen to your body. You could get triggered, which is normal. You are safe here to take a break and come back. Learning about these things can only propel you forward in life. The information below serves as a conversation opener and public awareness, NOT a substitution for professional mental health support. 🌐 Visit the Be...
2022-04-1936 minMegAnne is NOT a parent, but...The 3 Brain Zones Ep.5.10 How does the brain work? And why does it matter in parenting? 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2022-04-1935 minMegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What is regulation, co-regulation, dysregulation, and autoregulation? Ep.5.9 Co-regulation is a vital aspect of fostering emotional well-being and resilience. The concept of co-regulation is important in maintaining healthy relationships and supporting individuals in managing their emotional states effectively. But, what does that mean? 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2022-03-291h 04MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Non-Verbal Communication Speaks the Loudest Ep.5.8 Communication is not always about talking... Your body is giving you away. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2022-03-2235 min
Your Child Is Your GuideLove Is All There Is & Love Is Also A Choice With MegAnne Ford & Melissa FrederickLove Is All There Is & Love Is Also A Choice With MegAnne Ford & Melissa FrederickAbout MegAnne:https://www.bekindcoaching.com/meet-meganneMegAnne’s TikTok:https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdytCaBE/MegAnne’s Instagram:https://instagram.com/meganne.ford?utm_medium=copy_linkAbout Melissa:https://www.melissafrederick.com/aboutMelissa’s Instagram:https://instagram.com/melissafrederick?utm_medium=copy_linkAbout Michelle: Website: www.yourchildisyourguide.comTiktok: https://vm.tiktok.com/TTP...
2022-03-151h 16MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Behavior is Communication Ep.5.7 What if your child's behavior was communication instead of your annoyance? What if your behavior was only communication? 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2022-03-1543 minMegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Are You Listening to Your Child? Ep.5.6 There are four different listening styles (informational, bias, defensive, and active). I’m sure either you've been told this, or you've heard this “you're not listening to me.” My inner raging teenager comes out when I think about this phrase. Can you hear the difference between these two phrases? “You are not listening to me!” Vs “I am not being heard!” 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2022-03-0833 minMegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Children who listen have parents who listen: Ep.5.5 There are four different listening styles (informational, bias, defensive, and active). I’m sure either you've been told this, or you've heard this “you're not listening to me.” My inner raging teenager comes out when I think about this phrase. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2022-03-0127 min
Your Child Is Your GuideA Conversation Between Two Parent Coaches With MegAnne FordI am grateful for the opportunity to speak with MegAnne Ford and also grateful that the conversation was able to be shared with others. MegAnne is a parent coach and an amazing human. Her presence on TikTok and Instagram is a breath of fresh air for anyone desiring deeply to follow their hearts in all areas of their lives. One of my favorite aspects of MegAnne’s content and work is her capacity to drive home how worthy you are as a parent regardless of what we may believe due to our past or how we were raised. Here is...
2022-02-281h 16MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...The Parent-Child Relationship is Asymmetrical Ep.5.4When did your parent-child relationship start? I would like you to think about the moment you discovered that you would be a parent. Be it a pregnancy test, the moment you decided to adopt a child or any other way, you began the process of bringing a child into your life. That was the beginning of your side of the parent-child relationship. What about the child's? 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2022-02-2231 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Three Assumptions I Make of ALL Parents Ep.5.3 Why do we make assumptions? Three assumptions I make about every parent. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2022-02-1531 minMegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Strive for Positive Impact, not Positive Intention Ep.5.2 Strive for Positive Impact, not Positive Intentions Feeling Like a Bad Mother? In those moments, your response can either deepen disconnection or foster repair and connection with your children. As you navigate these emotions, remember that your choices influence how your children navigate their own challenges and relationships. Embracing connection over blame and judgment can transform challenging moments into opportunities for growth and understanding. How can you attune your lens to make a positive impact? Not just positive intention. "Well, I am doing it because I love them." This work is deep and sometimes triggering. I am a parent coach who work...
2022-02-0825 minMegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Parenting Manual Ep.5.1You are already co-creating your Parenting Manual. Are you happy with it, or would you like to revise it? You can steer clear of power struggles and foster a thriving connection with your child. Explore Carpenter vs. Gardener parenting styles, addressing fears and solving common issues through trust and respect. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2022-02-0128 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What does "being present" mean? Ep. 4.19 How do you connect with your loved ones? Listen actively? To create deeper, more meaningful bonds. Strengthen your relationships by learning how to be engaged and attentive in your interactions with others. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-09-1547 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...We practice, so that we can use. Ep. 4.18 A great talk about the difference between practicing the tools and using the tools. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-07-0550 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...☀️Summer Survival Series ☀️ Break the Cycle: Day 5☀️Join here: www.bekindcoaching.com/summersurvival This podcast will be posted until June 20, 2021!
2021-06-181h 10
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...☀️Summer Survival Series ☀️ Break the Cycle: Day 4☀️Join here: www.bekindcoaching.com/summersurvival This podcast will be posted until June 20, 2021!
2021-06-171h 27
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...☀️Summer Survival Series ☀️ Break the Cycle: Day 3☀️Join here: www.bekindcoaching.com/summersurvival This podcast will be posted until June 20, 2021!
2021-06-171h 00
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...☀️Summer Survival Series ☀️ Break the Cycle: Day 2☀️Join here: www.bekindcoaching.com/summersurvival This podcast will be posted until June 20, 2021!
2021-06-151h 08
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...☀️Summer Survival Series ☀️ Break the Cycle: Day 1 ☀️Join here: www.bekindcoaching.com/summersurvival This podcast will be posted until June 20, 2021!
2021-06-151h 16
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Do you want to break the cycle? Ep.4.17Stop fueling the power struggle with your strong-willed child and regain control, connection, and cooperation this summer. Replace the tools that are fueling the struggle with your strong-willed child. Learn the five most effective love-based steps to bring peace and harmony into your home. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-06-0342 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Lose the Battle.Ep. 4.16 "Does it ever get less intense/easier?" Sometimes, picking your battles is the answer in the moment. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-05-1342 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Stop Investing in Yelling Ep.4.15 I was asked, "How do I stop yelling?" 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-05-0535 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Is Your Relationship Fixable? It Depends. Ep. 4.14 "Have I ruined my children, 8 and 10, due to so much yelling? Is our relationship fixable?" Is giving up an option? Visit the Be Kind Coaching website
2021-04-2837 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What do you want reflected back to you? Ep.4.13 Have you noticed that your child uses the same tools on you as you use with them? Do you like what is being reflected? 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-04-1427 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...100% Guilt-Free Self Care with Tami Hackbarth Ep.4.12Tami Hackbarth is the host of the 100% Guilt-Free Self-Care podcast. In her work as a life coach, she works with women who want to get their time and energy back so they can go after their big dreams and create the world they want to live in. Find Tami at: Instagram @tamihackbarth Facebook 100%GuiltFreeSelfCarewithTamiHackbarth Pinterest - @tgbts Website- www.tamihackbarth.com Tami believes 100% Guilt-Free Self-Care is the answer to creating your dream life. She brings a philosophy of self-compassion, kindness and humor to her work. Tami is a voracious reader and...
2021-03-1954 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What advice would I give a parent new to this work? Ep.4.11 What advice would I give a parent trying to change generational bad parenting behaviors? 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-03-1728 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Are you holding yourself back? Ep.4.10 Let's dig into how our brains help protect us- but without awareness, we can become stuck in this survival state. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-03-1313 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...How to motivate a strong willed child? Ep.4.9 How do you motivate a strong-willed child? We can not force motivation, so what can we do? 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-03-1141 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Someone on fire can not be helpful. Ep.4.8 "What to do on the days where you're not 100%" Oh friends, I have been there- and was there just yesterday! I have some thoughts about this and am so excited to share some resources! 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-03-0335 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Our beliefs impact our behavior: Ep. 4.7 One of the biggest mistakes I see most parents make is that they believe that behavior change is a surface change. That's why we say "This is so hard". But I know that the secret to long-term change is to focus on shifting our beliefs. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-02-2534 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Change starts with you, not them. Ep. 4.6 Sharing 3 mistakes most people make when thinking and addressing resistance to change! Visit the Be Kind Coaching website
2021-02-2346 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Are you being passive or proactive in your parenting? Ep. 4.5 Parenting styles, learn the difference between being passive and proactive when raising kids and how it affects your family's happiness and progress. Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-02-1821 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Parents should teach their children this... Ep. 4.4 I was asked, "What I believe to be the most important thing to teach children?" I loved digging into this question! Sharing my top THREE things we must teach children! 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-02-1636 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What to do when you're experiencing BIG emotions about getting in trouble!: Ep.4.3 Ever experience a BIGGER explosion whenever you're punishing your child? If so, you're not alone- let's talk through what might be happening below the surface. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-02-1032 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What is fear-based parenting? Ep. 4.2 Let's dig into what fear-based parenting is and how we can begin listening and supporting our fears with support, education, and healing! 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-02-0431 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...How I transformed my approach to speaking to people, not just children. Ep. 4.1 Are you sarcastic, snippy, and quick to anger? I WAS! I am a work in progress and continue to work to maintain my approach to speaking to children and people in my life. Curious? 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2021-02-0237 min
Intentional ConversationsUnderstanding and Nurturing the Development of Children with MegAnne FordI’m joined by parenting coach MegAnne Ford of Be Kind Coaching. She refers to herself as a modern day Mary Poppins. The work she’s doing is essential and I’m so grateful that she made the time to share so many insights and her work with all of us. If you’re a parent this episode is a must and even if you’re not, I encourage you to listen. We’re all mothering ourselves and healing the past in order to live a soul aligned life, that truly is ours. MegAnne took me through an...
2020-11-111h 06
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Why do children have tantrums and meltdowns? Ep.3.13 Let's talk about WHY tantrums and meltdowns happen. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-09-0829 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What are tantrums and meltdowns? Ep. 3.12 Let's talk about WHAT tantrums and meltdowns are. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-09-0818 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Why we must practice patience to use it Ep.3.11 Why we must practice patience to use it. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-09-0117 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Do you need more patience?: Ep. 3.10Let's dig into what it takes to build your patience. I know that patience is something that many parents come to me wanting more of! But it's not something you can pick up at the grocery store, and it's a skill that is practiced, best practiced in the challenging moments. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-08-3129 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Restful Nights and Naps with Shannon: Ep 2.8 Shannon Buhera is a wife, mama, 3rd grade public school teacher in Washington D.C., and the Founder of Nights and Naps Pediatric Sleep Consulting. She loved aspects of being a teacher, but she always wanted to build her own business. Shannon became captivated by the research and science behind sleep when she was trying to solve her own daughter's sleep challenges. She then became certified through the Center for Pediatric Sleep Management so she could make the best decisions for her daughter and then help others, too. That's when her...
2020-08-2036 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What Gets in the Way of Removing Time Outs Ep. 3.9 What is stopping us? 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-08-1724 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...3 Alternatives to Time Outs Ep. 3.8If you’ve been asking yourself “Well, what do I do instead of time outs?” You’re in the right place! I’m sharing 3 alternatives to begin implementing in your home today! 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-08-1728 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Why Parent’s Use Time Outs Ep.3.7Are you a parent who uses time out? Well, you are not alone! Since the 1980’s it is one of the most commonly used methods to discipline children. Let's explore 3 reasons why parent’s use time out, and why it does not work. Visit the Be Kind Coaching website
2020-08-1132 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...3 Forms of Time outs, You Didn’t Know You Were Doing Ep.3.63 Forms of Time Out You Didn’t Know You Were Doing Time Out was popularized in the 1980s as an alternative to spanking. It is a widely used parenting strategy that, unfortunately, has unforeseen consequences. I will share 3 forms of time out that you probably aren't aware of, and their consequences. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-08-1029 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Defensive Parenting, and who Does it Protect? Ep.3.5Defensive Parenting, and who Does it Protect? Parenting is a highly charged space- there are lots of opinions on what the “right” way is. Though I don’t believe there is a RIGHT way, there are 3 common parenting strategies that get in the way of forming a connected and secure relationship with your child. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-08-0730 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What I Learned from Monsters Inc Ep. 3.4What I learned from Monsters Inc A Social Norm of belief parenting is that yelling will help children listen to you. But positive parents know that yelling only scares a child, it doesn’t build skills. They know the transformation in building a relationship with their child! 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-08-0626 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Why positive parents are criticized Ep 3.3Why positive parents are criticized You will never be criticized by someone doing more work than you. Those who are doing the work 100% get the struggle, ebb and flow, and commitment that’s required in being a positive parent. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-08-0530 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...How to be a Better Parent: Successful Beliefs Ep.3.2Discover successful beliefs on how to be a better parent. Navigate the metaphorical Behavior Iceberg, emphasizing the importance of understanding the hidden 90% beneath the surface. Align with Be Kind Coaching principles, advocating for beliefs centered on self-control, consistency, and continuous learning, offering a roadmap for parents to create positive and resilient family dynamics. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-08-0427 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...How to be a Better Parent: Common Mistakes Ep. 3.1Discover transformative insights in 'How to be a Better Parent: Common Mistakes.' Practical solutions for parenting, from being the fixer to the controller and overcoming isolation. Embrace mistakes as opportunities for growth, guided by Be Kind Coaching's pillars of Awareness, Connection, and Education 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-08-0320 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Embrace the Process with Petra MacDougall: Ep. 2.7This episode is a vulnerable chat with Petra MacDougall. Sharing the journey is where this conversation takes us. Inside this episode, Petra gives up this mantra of "This is part of my journey." She also shares- who WANTS the struggle when you know it will be okay? 🔗 Visit Our Website: https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-05-2233 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Grow the Food You Love with Gary MacDougall: Ep. 2.6Today's conversation is a great one! You'll meet Gary MacDougall and learn how he left his corporate job and decided to plant roots, literally, with his family and start investing in growing the food he- and his family, love! Gary and Petra MacDougall Visit the Be Kind Coaching website
2020-05-2128 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Appreciate the Process: Ep. 2.5In today's episode I share the takeaways from the interviews with Gary and Petra MacDougall. Three things kept coming up through these interviews: 1. There is always a whisper that we need to listen to. 2. Be open to growth and change. 3. Failure is part of the process Visit the Be Kind Coaching website
2020-05-1819 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...My Story: Ep. 2.4*trigger warning* This episode explores my journey with my growing up the daughter of my mother. It was not an easy journey for me and today I share about why I am so passionate about the work that I do. This episode talks about estrangement and pain. It discusses my Mom's passing and then shares the forgiveness journey I've been on. I share my emotions and I think it's okay. Visit the Be Kind Coaching website
2020-05-1032 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What Does it Mean to Mother Yourself?:Ep. 2.3Why did you choose to become a mother to a child? What does it mean to be your own mother? These are just a couple of the questions I dig into today with her special guest Susan Kinahan, from The Mothering Myself Podcast. I've been friends with Susan for almost three years, and having her on my side has always been such a blessing! I hope you enjoy this inner-layer chat between us! Visit the Be Kind Coaching website
2020-05-1041 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Implementation is a Beast with Mollie Eliasof: Ep. 2.2In this episode, Mollie and MegAnne spend some time connecting and sharing their shared passion of helping parents replace the broken tools of disconnection and replacing them with the social and emotionally rich tools of connection. (This episode is brought to you by Mollie and her awesome former podcast "Next Level Relationships") Take action with Be Kind Coaching Visit the Be Kind Coaching website Subscribe Right Now
2020-05-0727 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Intention of Connection: Ep. 2.1This is the start of my interview series. I've leaned into using Season 2 as a series of awesome interviews with amazing people who have beautiful gifts to share! Today, I share about my interview with Mollie Eliasof The big word that came from that interview was INTENTION! It is time to release the ideal of perfection that keeps us stuck on a surface level and time to dig deep into inviting in more intention! Visit the Be Kind Coaching website
2020-05-0414 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What is Personal Growth and Self-Awareness?: Ep. 1.11I know I know...self-help is snake oil. I truly get it and fully believed this, too. I would scoff at the books and the articles, until I started being open to the message. The message of "you can enjoy your life" and "your thoughts become your reality" and then I started drinking the snake oil and started valuing improving myself, my mindset, and my personal development. And today I share with you some helpful tools that I have enjoyed using! Visit the Be Kind Coaching website
2020-04-3023 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What is Discipline?: Ep. 1.12Season one finale- and this process has truly taught me so much. So it only feels fitting to end season 1 talking about discipline and how it shows up in our lives. I am so thankful for having you be part of my community and can not wait to grow more and more with you! Visit the Be Kind Coaching website
2020-04-3017 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...*BONUS* Lean Into the Process: Ep. 1.13Ready for a spur-of-the-moment inspired episode? This is it. I was feeling so stuck recently, and today I share about how I shifted out of "knowing" and did the work to "the doing" through identifying the "being"! Today, I went out for a run, and I share with you a look at my negative mindset and limiting beliefs that pop up while going out there! Visit the Be Kind Coaching website
2020-04-3027 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Are You Being Too Firm?: Ep. 1.10Are the constant power struggles, guilt, and lack of control a result of being too firm? Is there such a thing? Learn inside today's episode assets and liabilities of raising your children while being too firm- and give you some steps on what to work on! 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-04-2320 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...How to Nurture a Growth Mindset: Ep. 1.9Praise is something we all want to do and feel! Did you know there is a dark side to praise? WHAT?! Yeah...today we're going to talk about it! I am here to make it simple to understand why we want to focus on the PROCESS over the product. Work to praise that nitty gritty messy process that goes into earning the sweet reward! Today, we're digging into what exactly is a growth mindset and how to focus on building one for you and your family!
2020-04-2326 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What Exactly IS a Consequence?: Ep. 1.8"But what do I do instead?" It's easy to feel like children will have the run of the house when choosing to parent more positively and remove punishments, shame, blame, bribes, and threats. We are opening the conversation about what a consequence IS and ISN'T, along with talking through how to begin to utilize them in your parenting toolbox! 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-02-2026 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Let It Go!: Ep. 1.7How to put down the hurt and pain and begin the process of forgiveness. Getting hurt by others is a part of life. There will be times that truly test your grit and are happening for you to thrive. Raising a strong-willed child can truly push this to the next level How do you recover and forgive after a major blowout? That's exactly what we're digging into on today's episode! 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-02-1320 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...The Outcome of Punishments: Ep. 1.6I advocate for removing punishments from the parenting toolbox. You might be shocked by that! "Well, how will I discipline my child?" The good news is that when we remove punishments, we are open to learning how to effectively discipline children using better tools. In today's episode, we talk about the difference between discipline and punishment. Along with talking through the 4 R's of punishment- Rebellion, Resentment, Revenge, and Retreat. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-02-0623 min
Promote Yourself to CEO | Small Business Strategy for Women EntrepreneursCEO Confession:: The Dark Side of Visibility with MegAnne FordSend us a textThis week, we share another CEO Confession from amazing parenting coach and founder of Be Kind Coaching, MegAnne Ford. We talk about the reality of visibility, online bullying, and finding community that will lift you up to do your best work. If you love this episode, please take a screenshot and share on Instagram! Tag me @Racheal.Cook and let me know your biggest aha or insight. For full show notes, head over to RachealCook.com/showConnect with Me: Instagram: @racheal.cook TikTok...
2020-01-3046 minMegAnne is NOT a parent, but...The Five Pillars of Emotional Intelligence: Ep. 1.5The secret to success is not what we've been told. It's not high grades. Long sheet of extra curricular activities. the real marker? Having a high emotional intelligence. Knowing how to identify your emotions, regulate your emotions, connect to other people's emotions, and work together to find a common solution for problems you may encounter. 🔗 Take action with Be Kind Coaching https://www.bekindcoaching.com/positive-parenting-links 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/ 📨 Sub...
2020-01-3020 minMegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Are Your Being Too Kind?: Ep. 1.4Are the constant negotiations, epic tantrums, and lack of respect a result of being too kind? Is there such a thing? Come learn inside today's episode. I'll share the assets and liabilities of raising your children while being too kind- and give you some steps on what to work on! Visit the Be Kind Coaching website
2020-01-2727 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...What are Safe Failures?: Ep. 1.3Today, I share my *favorite* story ever. The story involves my niece and I at Subway. It involves a moment in my life where I learned the meaning behind holding space through a giant epic mistake a child was making. Learning how to strengthen the muscles of resilience, decision-making, and confidence. 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/
2020-01-1621 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Is it Time to Intervene?: Ep. 1.2Ready to learn how can you motivate your child to do better? You could punish them with threats and taking away privileges or bribe them with promises of treats- or you can position them in the driver's seat of problem-solving. Setting them up to take accountability and grow! Listen in this week to hear the three questions you should be asking yourself before you jump in to *make* your child do anything! 🔗 Take action with Be Kind Coaching https://www.bekindcoaching.com/positive-parenting-links 🌐 Visit the Be Ki...
2020-01-0916 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...The Magic is in the Repair: Ep. 1.1"Begin with the end in mind." - Stephen Covey. That is just what I'm doing by starting with how to apologize authentically. Why start here? Because, as we go deeper and start practicing showing up without using punishments, we are going to make lots of mistakes- so we gotta be armed with a solid process to recover from those mistakes to reconnect! This will not only help your child with you- but this is a tool they will bring with them to school and every other relationship! 🔗 Take...
2020-01-0221 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...The C.L.E.A.R. Method: Ep. 0.3Tired of googling all the "Why is my child..." questions? Exhausted from the judging looks in public while your sweet child is having an all-out meltdown over a toy in the check-out isle? Are you ready to start to feel empowered and actually ENJOY parenting again? This is the episode for you. Today, MegAnne does a high-level view of The C.L.E.A.R. Method- the solution to the gap she saw in the parenting space. Get ready to learn how to use this podcast and the accompanying Instagram account to your...
2019-12-2120 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Our Five Agreements: Ep. 0.2The marker of every healthy relationship is clarity. "Clear is kind. Unclear is unkind."- Brene Brown. In today's episode, we set the 5 agreements of this podcast. MegAnne shares how each agreement applies to her, along with sharing how it applies to you- the listener! 🔗 Take action with Be Kind Coaching https://www.bekindcoaching.com/positive-parenting-links 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coaching website https://www.bekindcoaching.com/ 📨 Subscribe Right Nowhttps://www.bekindcoaching.com/subscribe
2019-12-2120 min
MegAnne is NOT a parent, but...Be the Beginner: Ep. 0.1As a childless parent coach, I get asked all the time about why I do what I do. So why not start this podcast off by having that conversation? Come learn all about me and what I do, but more importantly, come learn why I do what I do. This podcast has been in my heart for many years, so I've finally taken my own advice and I'm being the beginner and pushing RECORD! 🔗 Take action with Be Kind Coaching https://www.bekindcoaching.com/positive-parenting-links 🌐 Visit the Be Kind Coa...
2019-12-2125 min
100% Guilt-Free Self-CareEpisode 14: Getting Your Kids to Do What You Want and Be Who You Hope with MegAnne FordAbout today's guest: MegAnne Ford is a positive parenting coach- she helps parents drink hot coffee, stop yelling, and learn how to really enjoy the time you spend with your strong-willed children by removing ALL fear-based discipline tools. She runs online coaching and courses aimed to take big overwhelming theories and break it down into small bite-sized action steps. Show notes: www.tamihackbarth.com/episode14
2019-07-181h 40
The Next Tuesday Podcast025: "Get comfortable with the uncomfortable - that's where the magic happens" - MegAnne Ford // Be Kind CoachingWe cannot think of a more appropriate time to speak kindness into the universe than the day after the solar eclipse! This week, we learn from MegAnne Ford - owner of Be Kind Coaching - who reminds us all how important it is to be kind. She literally has it tattooed on her body, as if she needed a reminder. MegAnne, the "RVA child whisperer turned parent coach," shares her passion to equip parents with the tools to build healthy, happy family relationships. She discusses everything from child development to mindfulness techniques, boundaries, consequences, and the power...
2017-08-2200 min