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Brave Together Podcast: Support and Community for Caregiving ParentsEXPERT: Parenting the Spicy One with Mary Van GeffenHello Brave Friends! Welcome to today’s expert episode, #244, featuring Mary Van Geffen, author of Parenting a Spicy One and parenting coach for families raising strong-willed, intense children.These expert episodes are conversations with professionals whose work directly supports caregiving parents. In this episode, hosts Susanna Peace Lovell and Jessica Patay sit down with Mary to explore what it really means to parent a child who feels like they “need more than you have to give.”Mary reframes the concept of the “spicy one”—a child who is stron...
2026-02-2448 min
Fresh Start Family ShowEp. 310 Parenting a Spicy One: How to Raise Strong-Willed Kids Without Losing Your Mind or Their Spark with Mary Van GeffenParenting a strong-willed child can feel intense, exhausting, and isolating, especially when your kid has big emotions, strong opinions, and a “justice-seeking” spirit that won’t quit. In this episode of The Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy sits down with parenting coach and author Mary Van Geffen to talk about how to parent a “spicy one”, without losing your mind, your confidence, or their spark.
You’ll learn how to set firm and kind boundaries, why repair matters more than perfection, and how simple shifts in your tone of voice, pace, and posture can change every...
2026-02-1856 min
Voices of Your Village375- Parenting a Spicy One: Raising Big Personalities with Compassion and Boundaries, with Mary Van GeffenYou’re listening to Voices of Your Village, and today we’re talking about those spicy ones. The kids who are big in personality, big in emotion, and big in challenging parents. Maybe you're raising one—or maybe you were one. I’m joined by parenting coach and author Mary Van Geffen, whose book Parenting a Spicy One is part memoir, part survival guide, and completely validating for the parents who feel like they’re doing everything “right” and still getting steamrolled by meltdowns, back talk, and constant negotiating.
We talk about what it actually looks like to parent a st...
2026-02-121h 34
The Parenting ReframeParenting the Spicy Ones with Mary Van GeffenInside, they explore:→ The reframe that changes everything: defiance isn't bad, it's healthy—and spicy kids don't value approval, they value impact, autonomy, and authenticity→ Why your own unhealed childhood wounds show up in how you parent (especially when your kid reminds you of a parent you struggled with)→ The Love List: marinating in what's beautiful about your child so you can bring a softened, warm body to the hardest parenting moments→ The Meltdown Manifesto: Mary's step-by-step guide to surviving tantrums without losing your calm (it's more about who you need to BE than...
2026-02-1144 min
Becoming ChurchMary Van Geffen: Parenting a Spicy OneWhat if the key to parenting is connection, not correction? In the Christian world, parenting often revolves around punishment, obedience and compliance. But Mary Van Geffen is here to propose that when we choose to see our sons and daughters as other humans made in the image of God, we can let relationship influence the power dynamic of hierarchy.
Does the relationship we have with our children determine their relationship with God? Does gentle parenting mean punishment goes away and our children live without boundaries? How can we be firm, kind and calm in order...
2026-02-0854 min
Minimalist Moms Podcast | Simple Living for Overwhelmed MomsThe Gift and Challenge of a "Spicy" Child | Mary Van Geffen (EP435)Is your child deeply emotional, stubborn and seemingly immune to traditional parenting advice? In this episode, Diane sits down with parenting coach Mary Van Geffen, author of Parenting a Spicy One, to explore how to raise intense, big-feeling kids without crushing their spirit - or losing yourself in the process.Mary shares tools for staying calm during explosive tantrums, choosing connection over control, maintaining firm boundaries, and avoiding burnout when parenting feels relentless. If “gentle parenting” hasn’t worked in your home, this conversation offers a compassionate, realistic alternative rooted in calm, kindness, and confidence.Links...
2026-02-0437 min
The Motherhood MentorParenting Big Feelings & Strong Wills With Loving Boundaries with Mary Van GeffenDo you have a strong-willed, big-feeling, highly sensitive child who feels like “too much”?Parenting the “Spicy” Child: Strong-Willed Kids, Big Feelings, and Connection-Based DisciplineParenting a strong-willed, big-feeling child can feel like living next to a volcano-beautiful, powerful, and unpredictable.We explore what Mary calls the spicy child: kids with high intensity, low adaptability, high perceptibility, and high persistence. These are the children who feel deeply, notice everything, and refuse to be easily managed.You’ll learn why shame and punishment backfire, how to regulate your nervous system during meltdowns, and how to...
2026-02-0353 min
Don't Mom Alone PodcastParenting a Spicy Child: How to Stay Calm, Set Boundaries, and Keep the Connection :: Mary Van Geffen [Ep 558]Parenting a spicy child can feel overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting, especially when traditional parenting advice just doesn’t work. In this episode, Mary Van Geffen joins us to talk about what it really means to parent a strong-willed, spirited, intense child without losing yourself or crushing their spirit. So often, as moms, we unknowingly tie our identity and worth to how our children behave. When our kids are calm, compliant, or successful, we feel like we are doing a good job. When they are loud, explosive, or struggling, we internalize it as failure. Parenting a spicy child brings this tension to...
2026-02-0200 min
Don't Mom Alone PodcastParenting a Spicy Child: How to Stay Calm, Set Boundaries, and Keep the Connection :: Mary Van Geffen [Ep 558]
Parenting a spicy child can feel overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting, especially when traditional parenting advice just doesn’t work. In this episode, Mary Van Geffen joins us to talk about what it really means to parent a strong-willed, spirited, intense child without losing yourself or crushing their spirit.So often, as moms, we unknowingly tie our identity and worth to how our children behave. When our kids are calm, compliant, or successful, we feel like we are doing a good job. When they are loud, explosive, or struggling, we internalize it as failure. Parenting a spicy child br...
2026-02-0254 minKFM On DemandDon't Mom Alone Podcast - Parenting a Spicy Child: How to Stay Calm, Set Boundaries, and Keep the Connection :: Mary Van Geffen [Ep 558]
Parenting a spicy child can feel overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting, especially when traditional parenting advice just doesn’t work. In this episode, Mary Van Geffen joins us to talk about what it really means to parent a strong-willed, spirited, intense child without losing yourself or crushing their spirit.So often, as moms, we unknowingly tie our identity and worth to how our children behave. When our kids are calm, compliant, or successful, we feel like we are doing a good job. When they are loud, explosive, or struggling, we internalize it as failure. Parenting a spicy child br...
2026-02-0254 min
3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms465: When Your Spicy Child Takes All Your Energy (And What That Means for Their Siblings) // Mary Van GeffenIf you have a strong-willed child, you know how much energy they require—and if you have other kids too, you've probably wondered what this dynamic is doing to their siblings. Are they getting lost in the shuffle? Will they resent their brother or sister? Will they resent you?
Many parents worry that their quieter child is fading into the background while the spicy one commands all the attention. And even though you're doing your best, it's hard to know how to protect all your kids when one requires so much more support.
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2026-01-2642 min3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms465: When Your Spicy Child Takes All Your Energy (And What That Means for Their Siblings) // Mary Van GeffenIf you have a strong-willed child, you know how much energy they require—and if you have other kids too, you've probably wondered what this dynamic is doing to their siblings. Are they getting lost in the shuffle? Will they resent their brother or sister? Will they resent you?
Many parents worry that their quieter child is fading into the background while the spicy one commands all the attention. And even though you're doing your best, it's hard to know how to protect all your kids when one requires so much more support.
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2026-01-2642 min
Brave Writer322. Parenting a Spicy One with Mary Van GeffenWhat if your child’s hardest behaviors aren’t a problem to fix, but an invitation to grow? In this episode, we sit down with Mary Van Geffen, author of Parenting a Spicy One, to explore what it really means to raise a strong-willed, sensitive, or explosive child. We talk about nervous systems, repair after blow-ups, and why slowing down is often the most effective parenting move. You’ll hear practical strategies, deeply humane insights, and a reframing of “difficult” kids that just might change everything. Join us, and let’s rethink what supportive parenting can look like.Resources...
2026-01-141h 01
Parenting Anxious Teens | Parenting Teens, Managing Teen Anxiety, Parenting Strategies78 | Parenting Strong-Willed Kids with More Connection and Less Conflict with Mary Van GeffenHi Parents!
In today’s episode, I sit down with international parenting coach Mary Van Geffen to talk honestly about what it means to raise a strong-willed child or as Mary playfully calls it, Parenting A Spicy One. If you have a child who feels everything deeply, pushes back hard, or seems immune to traditional strategies, this conversation will feel like a breath of relief.
Mary and I explore what truly defines a Spicy One and why their behavior can look so different from their peers. We get into why classic discipline often backfires and wh...
2025-12-1643 min
OneVOICE PodcastCompassionate Parenting (and reparenting) of a Spicy OneGuest: Mary Van Geffen is the international parenting coach for Spicy Ones, as well as a Spicy One herself. Author of “Parenting a Spicy One: A Compassionate Guide for Raising a Deep-Feeling and Wonderfully Strong-Willed Kid”. Mary helps parents cultivate connection with their strong-willed kid, teaching that you can't extend compassion to your child if you withhold it from yourself. When you change, everything shifts—old patterns lose their grip, love becomes unconditional, and boundaries grow flexible yet strong. more info and ro pre-order: maryvangeffen.com
2025-12-1550 min
Modern Mom ProbsParenting a Spicy One with Mary Van GeffenIn this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, Tara sits down with international parenting coach and author of "Parenting a Spicy One" Mary Van Geffen to talk about the beautiful complexity of raising strong-willed, “spicy” children. Together they unpack why parenting a spicy child can feel so isolating, and why even the very "best moms" can have "wildly defiant" kids. Mary explains how neurodivergence can shape a child’s behavior, why picking your battles matters, and how understanding a child’s underlying needs can dramatically reduce stress at home. They also explore the importance of allowing kids to fully express their emotions...
2025-12-0246 min
SHOCK & Y’ALL- with Mary Van Geffen - Big Feelings, Bigger Reactions, Real Recovery, and Why Spicy Kids Grow Into Incredible AdultsEvery time Mary comes on the show, something unhinged happens in the best possible way. This conversation is equal parts therapy session, comedy hour, and spiritual wake up call. Mary showed up with her signature mix of tender truth telling and laugh till you snort humor, and somehow managed to coach me in real time about parenting, grounding myself, and why conscious pauses are basically my new religion.Her new book, Parenting a Spicy One, is exactly what every overwhelmed parent needs. It is honest, compassionate, and wildly practical. Afte...
2025-12-0259 min
Mama KnowsFan Favorite: Teaching body boundaries w/ Mary Van GeffenNina and Mary talk about body image, family dynamics, and setting boundaries during the holidays. They share personal stories and offer practical tips on empowering kids to understand their bodies, handle family expectations, and communicate about private parts. They also highlight the importance of unified parenting, open communication, and preparing children for social situations, while stressing how adult conversations can shape a child’s self-esteem and body image.
Mary Van Geffen is an international parenting coach and parent educator for overwhelmed moms of strong-willed & Spicy Children™. She teaches monthly workshops to help moms gain conf...
2025-11-1840 min
Move Your DNA with Katy BowmanParenting a Spicy Child? How to Use Movement to Find Calm and ConnectionWhat does it mean to raise — or be — a “spicy one”? In this deeply honest and energizing conversation, Katy Bowman and author Mary Van Geffen unpack what it’s like to parent strong-willed, big-feeling kids (and stay sane while doing it). They discuss how movement can support self-regulation and co-regulation, helping both parent and child navigate intensity with compassion and humor. Together, they look at the role of movement before, during, and after heated moments — as well as the art of knowing when to walk away. This episode offers practical wisdom for growing your “calm muscle” and showing up as the safest pe...
2025-11-121h 163 in 30 Takeaways for Moms452: You Yelled... Now What? How to Repair and Reconnect // Devon KuntzmanWe all lose our temper sometimes. That’s part of being human—and part of being a mom. But what happens next matters most. Because repair, not perfection, is what builds real trust with our kids.
In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Devon Kuntzman from Transforming Toddlerhood to talk about one of the most healing and hopeful skills a parent can learn: how to reconnect after those hard moments. Devon shares a simple, four-step framework for circling back after we’ve yelled or overreacted—so instead of getting stuck in guilt, we can model...
2025-10-2035 minBecoming ChurchKelsey McGinnis: The Myth of Good Christian ParentingIf you were raised in a James Dobson household or Babywise was handed to you when you became a parent, you’ve likely been influenced by the myth of Good Christian Parenting. Though it appears to ensure you will raise obedient, faithful children, this Christian Parenting Empire really operates out of control, behavior modification and performance - not only on the part of the child, but on the parents’ success as well.Kelsey Kramer McGinnis and Marissa Franks Burt aren’t here to replace one system of compliancy with another, but they do want to show you how fa...
2025-10-1257 min
The Family LabEncore: How Mary Parents Spicy OnesMary Van Geffen is spicy. Which is why she's made it her mission as a parenting coach to help parents understand their own spicy children. In this episode, Mary teaches how to manage our own reactions as we parent these amazing kids.
2025-08-1140 min
The MomForce Podcast Hosted by ChatbooksParenting Without Losing Your Cool with Mary Van Geffen (encore)Vanessa chats with "Spicy Ones" coach Mary Van Geffen for a conversation about what it really takes to parent strong-willed, defiant kids. Mary shares how her own journey—from being a spicy child herself to raising one—led her to become a gentle parenting coach. They swap tips on how to stay calm, kind, and firm even on the days your child pushes all your buttons. You'll hear why separating your worth from your child's behavior is one of the most important things you can do as a mom, and how choosing to love your child unconditionally—even wh...
2025-08-0544 min3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms440: Tools for Parenting a "Spicy" Child // Mary Van GeffenOh, the stories I could tell about raising a strong-willed child.
But the truth is, if you have a spicy one of your own, you don’t need to hear my stories because you’ve got plenty of your own! Parenting an intense, persistent, sensitive kiddo is a daily rollercoaster. And sometimes, what you need most isn’t another “quick fix”… it’s a wise, compassionate mentor who truly gets it.
That’s why I’m so excited to re-share this conversation with Mary Van Geffen, an international parenting coach who specializes in...
2025-07-2836 min3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms440: Tools for Parenting a "Spicy" Child // Mary Van GeffenOh, the stories I could tell about raising a strong-willed child.
But the truth is, if you have a spicy one of your own, you don’t need to hear my stories because you’ve got plenty of your own! Parenting an intense, persistent, sensitive kiddo is a daily rollercoaster. And sometimes, what you need most isn’t another “quick fix”… it’s a wise, compassionate mentor who truly gets it.
That’s why I’m so excited to re-share this conversation with Mary Van Geffen, an international parenting coach who specializes in...
2025-07-2836 minSHOCK & Y’ALL- with Mary Van Geffen - How to Parent Spicy Ones, Navigating Your Children’s Outbursts, Tweenagers, And Why People Pleasing Has Got To GoHey Y’all.This one’s for the parents out there who’ve ever thought, “Is it me? Or is this child just... a lot?” I’m chatting with the absolutely brilliant Mary Van Geffen, the original spicy kid whisperer. We’re talking emotional regulation (yours and theirs), tweenagers with big energy, and what happens when you’re a recovering people pleaser trying to raise a tiny human who has zero interest in pleasing anyone. Mary is warm, funny, deeply wise, and this conversation is packed with truth bombs you won’t forget.Highl...
2025-04-1547 minDon't Mom Alone PodcastMothering Autism: Navigating Grief, Marriage, and Community :: Carrie Cariello, Kate Swenson, and Adrian Wood [Ep 515]Do you have a child with autism or neurodivergent tendencies? Do you have a friend with a child that needs support but you're not sure how to show up? Today Carrie, Kate, and Adrian are here to share their deeply personal stories about their kids and how autism has shaped their families. The amazing thing is each of their experiences is so different- and each of them has approached this diagnosis uniquely. They co-wrote a book called Autism Out Loud that covers a huge variety of challenges. We barely scratched the surface but here are some things we covered… The hid...
2025-03-2453 minDon't Mom Alone PodcastMothering Autism: Navigating Grief, Marriage, and Community :: Carrie Cariello, Kate Swenson, and Adrian Wood [Ep 515]Do you have a child with autism or neurodivergent tendencies? Do you have a friend with a child that needs support but you're not sure how to show up?
Today Carrie, Kate, and Adrian are here to share their deeply personal stories about their kids and how autism has shaped their families. The amazing thing is each of their experiences is so different- and each of them has approached this diagnosis uniquely. They co-wrote a book called Autism Out Loud that covers a huge variety of challenges. We barely scratched the surface but here are some things we c...
2025-03-2444 min
In It: Raising Kids Who Learn DifferentlyParenting’s a lot. Especially when you’re a lotIn this episode of In It, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek welcome parenting coach Mary Van Geffen. Mary offers online classes including a special one for moms of what she calls “spicy ones.” She also shares fun, funny, and relatable posts every day on Instagram.Mary talks with Gretchen and Rachel about parenting spicy kids and how to know if you, too, are spicy. What does it mean to be spicy? Are you spicy? And what should you do about it?Related resourcesParenting tips when you and your child have ADHDBody doubling for...
2025-03-1329 min
Raising Elite CompetitorsParenting the Spicy One: Navigating Sports with Your Strong-Willed Athlete w/ Mary Van GeffenGot a strong-willed, fiercely independent kid who’s equal parts exhausting and amazing? You’re not alone – and this episode is for you. Learn how to parent your ‘spicy one’ without losing your mind, and help them thrive in sports and life!What’s Covered in This EpisodeWhat is a “spicy one”? Strong-willed, independent, and fiercely competitive kids who march to their own beat.Why spicy ones make great athletes (and challenging kids). Their intensity and drive set them apart.How to handle resistance to feedback. Why stepping back an...
2025-02-1134 minDon't Mom Alone PodcastUnpacking Moms’ Mental Load :: Dr. Morgan Cutlip [Ep 503]Do you feel like your mind is full of tasks making it hard to focus and be present with your family? Do you struggle to articulate what you need, feel, or want from your spouse? Today, Dr. Morgan Cutlip is here to help us navigate the topic of mental load specifically as moms. Morgan is a psychologist and highly sought after relationship expert. Her book Love Your Kids Without Losing Yourself helps moms advocate for their needs in a loving way. We cover a large range of issues facing parents today including… The invisible running to-do list we keep in our...
2024-12-2300 minDon't Mom Alone PodcastUnpacking Moms' Mental Load :: Dr. Morgan Cutlip [Ep 503]Do you feel like your mind is full of tasks making it hard to focus and be present with your family? Do you struggle to articulate what you need, feel, or want from your spouse?
Today, Dr. Morgan Cutlip is here to help us navigate the topic of mental load specifically as moms. Morgan is a psychologist and highly sought after relationship expert. Her book Love Your Kids Without Losing Yourself helps moms advocate for their needs in a loving way. We cover a large range of issues facing parents today including…
The invisible running to-do list we keep...
2024-12-2341 min
The Peaceful Parenting PodcastBest of Guest Expert Advice from 2024: Episode 176If you are a regular listener to The Peaceful Parenting Podcast you know that at the end of every Guest Expert interview, I ask them if they could go back in time and give advice to their younger parent self, what advice would they give themselves? There are so many gems of wisdom that come from that question that I thought it would be fun to end 2024 with a mashup of all of the advice from our guests of 2024. We talk about: 3:00 Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) with Casey Ehrlich 4:13 Understanding and Loving Spicy...
2024-12-2055 minMama KnowsTeaching body boundaries w/ Mary GeffenIn this conversation, Nina and Mary discuss the complexities of body image, family dynamics, and the importance of setting boundaries, especially during the holiday season. They share personal experiences and practical advice on how to empower children with knowledge about their bodies, navigate family expectations, and communicate effectively about private parts. The discussion emphasizes the significance of fostering a safe environment for children to express their boundaries and the challenges parents face in advocating for their children's autonomy. In this conversation, Mary Van Geffen and Nina discuss the importance of empowering children to set boundaries, the significance of unified...
2024-11-2640 minThe Motherhood MentorParenting Your “Spicy” Kid 🌶️ with Mary Van Geffen Learning to embrace and nurture your kids natureThis week, I’m thrilled to have Mary Van Geffen, a fantastic parenting coach for moms of spicy ones. Join us as we both share our motherhood journey with spicy kids and Mary shares her secrets for handling those wonderfully “spicy” kids who bring a splash(or a tidal wave) of boldness and emotion to family life. If you’ve ever felt like your child’s fiery spirit is a bit more than you bargained for, this episode is packed with insights just for you.🌶️ Embracing Your “Spicy” Child: Mary dives into how to really get to kn...
2024-09-1048 minFresh Start Family ShowEp. 237: How to Set Boundaries with Spicy Kids with Mary Van GeffenJoin Wendy Snyder & Mary Van Geffen to discuss all things "Spicy Kids" ... (aka kids you may describe as strong willed or power kids!) You'll learn 3 Important Steps to Setting Boundaries with Spicy Kids (With Calm, Firmness, & Repetition) & also how to identify unique strengths in your spicy kiddos ... so you can stick with strong boundaries in your home - even when your spicy kiddo seem to challenge them ALL repeatedly. This episode is going to inspire you big time!For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www...
2024-08-1452 minBecoming ChurchKimberly Stuart: Star for JesusDid you memorize Bible verses as a child for stickers, gold stars or chintzy prizes? Did you star as the lead role in a play or musical about Jesus? Did growing up in the church maybe accidentally teach you that God doesn’t need you to prove your worthiness or value…but He maybe wants you to?
Kim Stuart’s book Star for Jesus (And Other Jobs I Quit): Rediscovering the Grace that Sets Us Free will break the chains of religion and help you live in the free, undeserving grace of God that even the best of us...
2024-07-2159 min
Reclaiming the Wild ChildCompassionate Parenting for "Strong-Willed" Kids: Meeting Kid's Needs for Autonomy & Belonging
It was such a joy to get to chat with Wendy Snyder, parenting coach and founder of Fresh Start Families. Her passion for shifting the way we think about parenting and relationships with our kids is such an inspiration. If you are a parent of a spicy/strong-willed child, then this is the episode for you! She discusses “out of date” parenting models that are heavy with punitive measures and why these not only cause disconnection and harm in our relationships with our kids, but ultimately why they’re not effective or the way we all flouri...
2024-06-0546 min
Move Your DNA with Katy BowmanEp 157: Movement as Regulation: Spicy KidsBiomechanist Katy Bowman and Parent Coach Mary Van Geffen talk about “Movement As Regulation” for spicy kids. Independent, non-conformist, neurodivergent and sensitive kids can be particularly thrown off kilter by social and movement restrictions. Mary and Katy discuss the need for these kids to express their feelings in a physical way. They unpack different types of movement, focussing particularly on outdoor play, big-body movement, combative play and controlled destruction, all of which can defuse the intensity of feeling and foster a sense of autonomy.Learn how as a parent, the number one tool in your toolbox is your...
2024-06-0551 min
The Parenting Coach PodcastS08|16 - Parenting Spicy Ones with Mary Van GeffenDo you feel like parenting certain kids seems harder than others? I have a few spicy children and parenting them has been one of the biggest challenges of my life (and also SO rewarding). Join Mary Van Geffen and I as we chat all about spicy ones, both in how to parent them, and how to parent as one. In this episode you’ll hear: Parenting spicy ones can differ from typical parenting struggles, and we talk all about tips to help you parent them in a way that fosters their sparkle.What we can learn from...
2024-04-2936 min
Perspectively YoursExploring Respectful ParentingJoin us for an enlightening episode where we delve into the art of respectful parenting with Alexis. Hear from someone learning as she went along, with heartfelt stories that highlight the importance of understanding and empathy in nurturing strong parent-child relationships. Tune in to discover how to raise confident, resilient individuals through mutual respect and genuine connection.In this episode, we discuss:What respectful parenting is and isn’tHow Alexis learned about different parenting stylesEach parent/child relationship is unique and requires different approachesThe most important skill we can develop in parentingDismantling systems of power and co...
2024-04-2234 min
The ReProgramSpicy Ones, Good Girl Mamas, & Donkey Breaths with Mary Van GeffenThe incomparable Mary Van Geffen is here to help us parent our Spicy Ones, or know if we secretly are one too! Mary deeply understands the science of attachment and parenting, and provides such a soothing dose of wisdom, honesty, self-awareness and humor that can make you feel a little braver in whatever you're navigating in your body and in your relationships.
We talk about how our spiciest challenges in whatever form they come, are often the biggest invitation back Home to Ourselves, because that is truly where we have our greatest power and...
2024-03-141h 02
Threshold WisdomEmpathy and Self-Regulation in Parenting Spirited Children | Mary Van GeffenIn this deeply engaging episode of "This is Aging," Mary Van Geffen shares her journey of transitioning from feeling overwhelmed in parenting to becoming a beloved coach helping parents of “spicy ones” find support. We explore the nuances of nurturing children with strong personalities, emphasizing the significance of understanding and accepting their unique traits. Mary opens up about her experiences with ADHD and how it has shaped her perspective on parenting and self-awareness. From discussing the impact of generational patterns on parenting styles to exploring strategies for fostering autonomy in teenagers, this episode is filled with heartfelt stories and practical advi...
2024-02-0643 min
Dear Dr. TracyParenting ‘Spicy’ Children with Mary Van GeffenMary Van Geffen is an international parenting coach specializing in "spicy" children. This week, she is sitting down with Dr. Tracy and bringing her coaching and teaching skills directly to us! Mary shares her transformation from an overwhelmed mother to an empowering guide, discussing her journey of self-discovery and healing while raising a "spicy" one herself after coming from a long line of "spicy" children. She touches on the importance of understanding and connection over discipline and the necessity of self-care for parents. She then dispels common misconceptions about "spicy" children, highlighting where they shine as individuals. Lastly, Mary...
2024-02-0149 minThe MomForce Podcast Hosted by ChatbooksEnter the Chat: The Art of Parenting Strong Personalities with Mary Van GeffenIf your child is spirited, independent, and strong-willed, you might feel like you're at your wit's end with parenting. That's where Mary Van Geffen comes in as the go-to parenting coach for moms dealing with Spicy Ones™️. Parenting these kids can be isolating and tough, but Mary knows firsthand that having support and a community makes it easier to embrace and understand your lively and determined child. As the international parenting coach for moms of Spicy Ones™️, Mary specializes in helping capable individuals who feel overwhelmed by motherhood. She encourages them to stay calm, be kind, an...
2024-01-2743 min
The Peaceful Parenting Podcast138: Understanding and Loving Spicy Kids with Mary Van GeffenIn this episode of the Peaceful Parenting Podcast, Mary Van Geffen, a parenting coach, mom of spicy kids, and former marketing MBA executive, shares about her experiences and learnings from parent coaching. She explains the difference between a 'spicy kid' and a 'spirited kid', emphasizing that both include elements of overlap, but their understanding depends on the perspectives and expectations of the parents. Mary discusses methods of self-care for parents, the importance of creating healthy relationships within and beyond the family, and the power of maintaining a positive outlook towards your kid. We...
2024-01-2432 min
ON BOYS PodcastBest of 2023Which ON BOYS episodes were the Best of 2023? Photo by Photo by Engin Akyurt via PexelsYour favorites include:5. Simplicity Parenting with Kim John PayneSimplicity parenting prioritizes a balanced schedule, predictable rhythm, and decluttered, information-filtered family environment…The antidote to constant overwhelm is simple, Payne says. It’s simplicity. He advises parents to “dial back”…4. Parental Accommodation & ADHD (featuring ADHD Dude Ryan Wexelblatt)“Parental accommodation is when parents change their behavior to alleviate or avoid their child’s temporary distress,” Ryan says. It’s often done out of love — and fear. Doing...
2023-12-2838 minON BOYS PodcastON BOYS Most Popular Episode of 2023Our January 5 conversation with Mary Van Geffen, Parenting “Spicy” Boys, is ON BOYS’ Most Popular Episode of 2023. (And Jen’s sons’ least favorite! Gen Z defines “spicy” quite differently than we’re using it here.)Sure, this episode, released early in the year, had the benefit of time. But Mary’s message also resonates with frustrated and overwhelmed parents of boys. As she told us,“Spicy” boys are those who express themselves in big and loud ways, feel things intensely, and have energy to spare. They “have so much loyalty toward their own soul — and less to the adults’ agenda.”...
2023-12-2143 min
Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without PunishmentsHow to Play With Your Tweens and Teens (with Mary Van Geffen)Are you struggling to bridge the gap with your older kids through play? Today I am joined by parenting coach Mary Van Geffen in a beautiful conversation that explores the magic of play, especially with the often misunderstood tweens and teens. Mary unveils the secrets of connecting with "spicy" children through play, emphasizing its role as their love language. From penguin wrestling to dance parties, Mary and I share practical tips, creative play ideas, and some unconventional approaches that can turn everyday moments into opportunities for connection.🔗 Check out Mary’s Tweens & Teens Class or he...
2023-12-2129 min
The Collaborative IEPParenting a Spicy One with Mary Van GeffenIf you don’t know Mary Van Geffen, you’re going to want to! This was the kind of conversation that I thought about for a week after! Mary Van Geffen is the international parenting coach for moms of Spicy Ones. She helps people who are highly competent in life but overwhelmed by motherhood to lean into the spiritual discipline of staying calm and cultivating warmth and tenderness all while trying to wrangle fiery future CEOs. Often this requires serious skill-building and the balm of self-compassion. Mary has a ministry on Instagra...
2023-11-0736 min3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms324: Tools for Parenting a “Spicy” Child // Mary Van GeffenParenting an intense kiddo is a rollercoaster of ups and downs, and sometimes all you want is a wise mentor--someone who has been through it and has compassionate advice for you that actually works with these types of kids. That's why I'm so excited to introduce you to today's guest. Mary Van Geffen is the international parenting coach for moms of Spicy Ones™️.For full show notes, including the three takeaways, go to https://3in30podcast.com/324-mary-van-geffen Announcement: I am so thrilled to ann...
2023-11-0636 min3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms324: Tools for Parenting a “Spicy” Child // Mary Van GeffenParenting an intense kiddo is a rollercoaster of ups and downs, and sometimes all you want is a wise mentor--someone who has been through it and has compassionate advice for you that actually works with these types of kids. That's why I'm so excited to introduce you to today's guest. Mary Van Geffen is the international parenting coach for moms of Spicy Ones™️.For full show notes, including the three takeaways, go to https://3in30podcast.com/324-mary-van-geffen Announcement: I am so thrilled to ann...
2023-11-0636 minDon't Mom Alone PodcastParenting as a Highly Sensitive Person :: Mary Van Geffen [Ep 438]Do the sights and sounds and feels of parenting overwhelm you some days? Or most days? How can we parent kindly and intentionally when we desperately need a break from all the stimulation?
My guest this week is Mary Van Geffen. She is a mom who has striven to cultivate good relationships with her children and husband while also navigating life as a Highly Sensitive Person with diagnosed ADHD. She knows firsthand the struggles moms face with sensory overload and she’s not trying to “fix” you - you’re not broken! But she does offer a bevy of tips to...
2023-11-0645 minMama KnowsAre you a Spicy Mom? Do you have a Spicy Kid? w/Mary Van GeffenWe are talking to Mary Van Geffen today who is the queen of all things SPICY moms and kids. I love talking to Mary and today I am just bragging her up on her course MOSO. Moms of Spicy ones is a course I took that truly changed the way I see myself as a mother and the way that I choose to parent. In fact, I loved it so much I asked Mary if she would give my listeners a discount code for her NEXT class starting SEPTEMBER 12. USE CODE BALKANINA for $20 off your MOSO (or...
2023-09-0540 min
Liturgies for Parents with Kayla CraigA Prayer for Moms of Spicy Ones™Parenting can be a pressure cooker, revealing the limits of our humanity like nothing else. This week, we’re praying for those of us raising “Spicy Ones,” a term our guest liturgist Mary Van Geffen coined. Mary is a friend and parenting coach who is well-versed in this area, and she sees raising a Spicy One™ as an invitation to grow our love for ourselves and our children. We hope this prayer encourages you to take a deep breath and experience the graciousness and extravagant love of an ever-patient God. You can learn more about Mary’s wo...
2023-09-0419 min
Play SkillfullyCharacter Builders: GentlenessIn this episode Lesli and Kathy dive into the topic of Gentleness. Some parenting coaches to check out or follow if you are interested in learning more about Gentle Parenting: LR KnostMary Van Geffen Desitni DavisMoms of Spicy Ones sign-ups open September 1, 2023. Watch our Instagram stories, starting on 9/1 for a discount code. Additional Resources:Little Bear by Maurice SendakThe Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame Games:Pick up Sticks...
2023-08-2939 minBecoming ChurchKayla Craig: The Season of Back to SchoolKayla Craig has a way with words that brings freedom and peace into even the most traumatic situations. Maybe it’s her journalism background, maybe it’s that she’s a real life mom to four kids of her own, maybe it’s the inspiration that comes from living in an old convent. Regardless, Kayla’s gift of language will give you words to borrow when you can’t find any that fit.
This episode is for parents, educators, caregivers and anyone who bears the weight of this back to school season. If you’re overwhelmed with all the fall b...
2023-08-2836 min
You, The MotherRaising Spicy Kids with Mary Van GeffenThis week on the You, The Mother Podcast, Abbey welcomes Mary Van Geffen! Mary is the international parenting coach for moms of Spicy OnesTM️. She helps people who are highly competent in life but overwhelmed by motherhood to lean into the discipline of staying calm and cultivating warmth and tenderness all while trying to wrangle fiery future CEOs. Often this requires serious skill-building and the balm of self-compassion. She walks us through how to navigate raising our spicy children without dimming their light. Are you navigating life with a spicy child? Let’s talk about it!
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2023-07-3142 min
Why is Everyone Yelling?Episode 143: Mary Van Geffen – Raising Spicy Kids
Mary Van Geffen is the international parenting coach for moms of Spicy OnesTM️. She helpspeople who are highly competent in life but overwhelmed by motherhood to lean into thespiritual discipline of staying calm and cultivating warmth and tenderness all while trying towrangle fiery future CEOs. Often this requires serious skill-building and the balm ofself-compassion.
Mary has a ministry on Instagram where she posts an inspiring parenting tip every single day.Just reading her social media will help you delight in your child and remember that you are
2023-07-2554 min
Pantsuit PoliticsNo Magic Words with Mary Van GeffenBeth shares a conversation with parenting coach Mary Van Geffen about the gentle parenting style and how parenting advice is as much about how you were parented as how you may or may not be parenting. Then, outside of politics, Sarah and Beth share their approach to wearing shorts.TOPICS DISCUSSEDMary Van Geffen on Gentle Parenting Outside of Politics: ShortsVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
2023-07-1452 minPantsuit PoliticsNo Magic Words with Mary Van GeffenBeth shares a conversation with parenting coach Mary Van Geffen about the gentle parenting style and how parenting advice is as much about how you were parented as how you may or may not be parenting. Then, outside of politics, Sarah and Beth share their approach to wearing shorts.TOPICS DISCUSSEDMary Van Geffen on Gentle Parenting Outside of Politics: ShortsVisit our website for complete show notes and episode resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
2023-07-1452 min
The Amplify Her Podcast132. Parenting is Hard, But You're Not AloneIn today's solo episode I reflect on your thoughts from this week's episode with Mary Van Geffen.
2023-06-2314 minThe Amplify Her Podcast131. Parenting Spicy Ones with Mary Van GeffenMary Van Geffen joins the show this week! Mary is an international parenting coach for moms of spicy ones. Kids who are big, loud, take up space, and might feel things a little more intensely. I adored this conversation with Mary, and I know you will too!
You can find Mary here: https://www.maryvangeffen.com/
Join the Amplify Her Networking group here: www.amplifyhermedia.com/networking
2023-06-2141 min
Enneagram & CoffeeBeing a kinder parent and learning how to repair with Mary Van GeffenToday we are talking with Mary Van Geffen an international parenting coach and parent educator for overwhelmed moms of strong-willed & Spicy Children™.She teaches monthly workshops to help moms gain confidence to choose gentle, respectful parenting, especially if they weren’t raised that way.Connect with Mary here:www.maryvangeffen.comhttps://www.instagram.com/maryvangeffen-Call/text your enneagram questions to (828) 338-9127Grab a copy of my books at www.thehonestenneagram.com & www.theenneagramletters.comCheck out my YouT...
2023-05-1938 min
Lift-Off With Energizing Results307-Mary Van GeffenEpisode Summary
Mary Van Geffen is an international parenting coach and parent educator for overwhelmed moms of strong-willed & Spicy Children™. Mary believes that when a mom realizes how hard she is on herself and cracks the door open for some self-compassion, her entire family is bathed in light!
Mary is a certified Simplicity Parenting Counselor® and Professional Co-Active Coach®. Her greatest achievement, however, is cultivating a calm, kind, and firm relationship with her spirited go-getter daughter (17), polar-opposite introverted son (15) and un-Enneagramable hubby.
Who’s your ideal client and what’s the biggest c...
2023-05-1113 minBecoming ChurchMary Van Geffen: Parenting the Spicy OnesIn Mary’s words, this episode is “A spicy one interviewing the coach of spicy ones.” Parenting coach Mary Van Geffen shares her expertise on how to love, lead and discipline our most challenging children. If you’re looking for resources and practical ways to be a better parent or you’re a grandparent, family member or friend who wants to better support the parents in your life, this episode is a must-listen.
Learn from Mary how to:
stay calm when the wild one is wilding out
help siblings of spicy ones cope
stop accidentally gaslighting your child...
2023-05-0741 min
A Longer Table127: How Can I Pivot My Parenting Style?Mary Van Geffen is an international parenting coach for moms of Spicy Ones™️ who joins us again (listen to her first episode with us no. 115) to continue the conversation of how we can have a healthy relationship with our children... specifically how we can pivot our parenting style if we realize that our current parenting tactics aren't working or are potentially causing harm.
Tune in to hear:
How we course correct if we've been "getting it wrong" and now want to do better
How we uphold our boundaries when others (grandparents, friends, etc.) judge/disregard our pare...
2023-05-0344 min
Time to LeanAre you parenting a Spicy One? - with Mary Van Geffen!In this episode, Crystal and Laura interview Mary Van Geffen! Mary is an international parenting coach and parent educator for overwhelmed moms of strong-willed & Spicy Children™. You can find resources through her website and on her Instagram account! Mary is all about helping moms gain confidence to choose gentle, respectful parenting especially if they weren’t raised that way.Have a domestic dilemma or question? Leave us a message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/timetolean OR DM us on IG @timetoleanpodFollow Time to Lean Podcast on Instagram @timetoleanpodFollow Laura on social media...
2023-04-2642 min
The Mom FeedParenting Spicy Ones: Practical Parenting Tips for Your Spirited 2-10 Year old with Mary Van GeffenIf you're a parent to a child or children between the ages of 2 and 12 years old, you're going to get a lot out of today, especially if you have children that are particularly spicy, shall we say?You know the ones. They seem to defy what the parenting books say. They push your buttons. They push boundaries at earlier ages then seems appropriate. They hold a mirror to your wounds and traumas - most of them unhealed - and ask you dig deeper and deeper for the healing and the lesson.They are the kids...
2023-04-251h 13
Faith AdjacentI Kid You Not Tricky Stories: The ResurrectionIn this latest I Kid You Not episode, Erin and Meredith have some big party energy as they discuss the resurrection! Listen along as they break down the various gospel accounts for different age groups and explore how to discuss science alongside miracles and why we shouldn’t skim over the celebration of the resurrection. Along the way, we’ll look at some important questions like whether or not Jesus is a zombie and who Jesus would be at the Super Bowl. (Spoiler: He’s Rihanna.) MENTIONS
Everything you need to know about Meredith Anne Miller: Instagr...
2023-04-061h 04Mama KnowsHow to stop yelling at my kids w/ Mary Van GeffenDo you yell at your kids? This week I talked with Mary Van Geffen about being a yeller, how to recover after yelling at my kids, and even how to stay calm in the chaos. If you tend to yell, listen to this episode! Mary Van Geffen is an international parenting coach and parent educator for overwhelmed moms of strong-willed & Spicy Children™.She teaches monthly workshops to help moms gain confidence to choose gentle, respectful parenting especially if they weren’t raised that way.Mary has a ministry on Instagram where she posts...
2023-02-2142 minA Longer Table115: How Can I Have a Healthy Relationship With My Child?Mary Van Geffen is an international parenting coach for moms of Spicy Ones™️ who joins A Longer Table to share how we can have a healthy relationship with our children. Mary specifically answers Manda's questions about:
How to get your child to cooperate more?
If we're spending enough time with our children?
What are age-appropriate consequences?
She is a true gift and a wonderful follow on Instagram @maryvangeffen.
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2023-02-0847 min
ON BOYS PodcastParenting “Spicy” Boys“Spicy” boys are those who express themselves in big and loud ways, feel things intensely, and have energy to spare, says Mary Van Geffen, a popular Instagrammer and parent coach for Spicy Ones.Spicy kids “have so much loyalty toward their own soul — and less to the adults’ agenda,” Mary says. They often are very persistent and quite emotionally intelligent. (Though often more attuned to their own emotions than others’.) It “can take a lot of energy to be with this child,” Mary notes.Spicy boys are often world-changers. Their tendency toward change, questioning, experimentation, and new ideas can be...
2023-01-0542 minBrave Writer160. (S8E44) Raising Spicy Kids! with Mary Van GeffenMary Van Geffen is an international coaching expert for parents of “spicy ones.” She helps people who are highly competent in life but overwhelmed by the challenges of parenting to lean into the discipline of staying calm. She helps them cultivate warmth and tenderness, all while trying to wrangle the fiery future of their tiny future CEOs. We discuss what it means to have or be a spicy child, and how parents can best react to these spirited young ones.You can download show notes for the podcast here: https://blog.bravewriter.com/category/podcasts/Reso...
2022-12-0747 min
Evie's Waanzinnige Podcast.Over meer jezelf zijn, persoonlijke groei én waanzinnig, nerdy weetjes.7. And like all great parenting, it will be inconvenient for us parentsDeze keer eentje voor de ouders en opvoeders en voor iedereen die ooit opgevoed is. Voor alle luisteraars dus ; )
Deze uitspraak van Mary van Geffen, die ik volg op instagram, komt na een discussie over je kinderen 'nee' laten zeggen en autonomie geven ook als het jou niet lekker uitkomt. Het gaar over ruimte maken voor de eigen persoon die jouw kind is, over hoe onze eigen onbewuste overtuigingen onstaan in onze eigen jeugd (met de nodige trauma's) én waarom werken aan jezelf het beste is dat je voor je kind kan doen.
Let's get i...
2022-11-2323 min
The Family Brain with Megan GipsonParenting Spicy Kids with Mary Van GeffenEpisode 102: Parenting Spicy Kids with Mary Van Geffen This new season of The Family Brain Podcast focuses on “What to Expect When You Are Expecting a Teen.” I remember my early parenting days gobbling up whatever parenting books were recommended, and I found comfort in their pages, even if the reality of parenting was much more nuanced and complicated than the books let on. Likewise, parenting a teen is not a one size fits all program, and in my conversation with Mary Van Geffen, a parenting coach for “Spicy Kids”, I am reminded of one principal of...
2022-11-0146 min
what a time: getting you across campus (and beyond) one pep talk at a timechoosing to be in charge rather than in control with mary van geffenParent coach, Mary Van Geffen joins us to explain the distinction between being in charge versus in control and why it's so important when it comes to parenting teens. In this pep talk we chat over-responsibility in parenting, redefining success, and what your teens really need from you. Mary even gives us an example of how this plays out in her own home so you can directly implement in your own life. connect with Mary instagramcompassionate response meditation workshopcalm in chaos connect with Maggie ment...
2022-10-2407 min
Brave Together Podcast: Support and Community for Caregiving ParentsTop Tips For Raising a Spicy Kid with Mary Van Geffen (Part 2)In this practical episode continuation, Jessica interviews Mary Van Geffen, an international parenting coach and parent educator for overwhelmed moms of strong-willed & Spicy Children™. In this episode, Mary defines what a “Spicy Child” is and gives guidance and encouragement to all parents currently attempting to raise one. Mary teaches monthly workshops to help moms gain confidence to choose gentle, respectful parenting especially if they weren’t raised that way. Mary has a ministry on Instagram where she posts an inspiring parenting tip every single day. Just reading her social media will help...
2022-09-2817 minBrave Together Podcast: Support and Community for Caregiving ParentsTop Tips For Raising a Spicy Kid with Mary Van Geffen (Part 1)In this practical episode Jessica interviews Mary Van Geffen, an international parenting coach and parent educator for overwhelmed moms of strong-willed & Spicy Children™. In this episode they get into a juicy discussion about all things parenting: new, old, book-lead, child-lead, gentle and everything in-between.Mary teaches monthly workshops to help moms gain confidence to choose gentle, respectful parenting especially if they weren’t raised that way. Mary has a ministry on Instagram where she posts an inspiring parenting tip every single day. Just reading her social media will help you delight in your...
2022-09-2823 minFresh Start Family ShowEp. 138: How to Set Boundaries with Spicy Kids with Mary Van GeffenJoin Wendy Snyder & Mary Van Geffen to discuss all things "Spicy Kids" ... (aka kids you may describe as strong willed or power kids!) You'll learn 3 Important Steps to Setting Boundaries with Spicy Kids (With Calm, Firmness, & Repetition) & also how to identify unique strengths in your spicy kiddos ... so you can stick with strong boundaries in your home - even when your spicy kiddo seem to challenge them ALL repeatedly. This episode is going to inspire you big time!For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/138.
2022-09-2151 minThe Family LabHow Mary Parents Spicy OnesMary Van Geffen is spicy. Which is why she's made it her mission as a parenting coach to help parents understand their own spicy children. In this episode, Mary teaches how to manage our own reactions as we parent these amazing kids. Get Mary's guide to Finding Your Calm here: https://maryvangeffen.ck.page/42c9542683
2022-09-1440 min
Engaging TruthParenting Without A MapMary Van Geffen is an international parenting coach for overwhelmed parents of "strong-willed & spicy children." She helps parents to gain the confidence and skills to choose gentle, respectful parenting. She joins host Matt Popovits to discuss how to parent when you don’t feel as though you received the best roadmap for success from your family of origin, parenting in a pandemic, as well as how to deal with parental guilt. It’s a powerful and timely conversation for parents, grandparents, and children alike.
2022-09-0725 min
The Balanced Parent Podcast132: Parenting as a Spiritual Journey with Mary Van GeffenIf you were able to listen to the bonus episode last week, let me know if it helped you in dealing with a spirited child who is stuck in their big feelings (if you have one), I always love hearing from you! To continue the conversation around this topic, we will talk about how parenting a challenging, strong-willed kiddo can be seen as a spiritual practice and a journey.
I know that raising a spirited, strong-willed child can be well... a lot. And so, to help me in this conversation, I have brought in a wonderful colleague, Ma...
2022-08-2346 min
Keep Calm Mother On! with Christy Thomas291. Mom Shame Around The World & Lousy Local ConditionsHave you seen photos from the Queen's Platinum Jubilee? It's been a week of Mom shaming all around the world. Kids are often put into lousy local conditions that aren't designed with their whole bodies in mind. Heart, Soul, Mind, Body, Sensory Needs. What would you say to best friend if it was them in these photos? Motherhood is too important to spend time judnging other moms. Want to hear more on this idea? Keep Calm Mother On! with Christy Thomas: 282. Judging Another Mom (& Ourselves) (libsyn.com) Keep Calm Mother On! wi...
2022-06-1009 min
Make It SimpleGentle Parenting with Mary Van GeffenMary Van Geffen is an international parenting coach who helps moms and dads of “spicy” children stay calm, kind, and firm.In this episode Mary will help Matt and Rachel understand what it means to parent in a gentle, respectful, and effective way—especially if you weren’t raised that way.Love this podcast? Then check out What Matters Most, daily teachings from Matt Popovits, available wherever you get your podcasts.For more information on MPM, head to mattpopovits.comSupport the show (https://mpm.simpledonation.com)Support the show...
2022-04-1250 min
Motherhood in ADHD – Parenting with ADHD, Productivity Tips, Brain based Science, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education to Help Moms with Adult ADHDE138: Cycle Syncing your ADHD Parenting: How to Give Your Family the Best Version of Mom with Spicy Child Parenting Coach Mary Van GeffenWhat's wrong with my child? Why won't they listen? Why is everything a negotiation? Why do I have to keep yelling, making threats, and going from 0-100 in a split second? What's wrong with me? Mama–you're not the first one to ask these questions. We've all flipped our lids, cried in the bathroom, felt horribly guilty for yelling at our kids and wondered, at the end of the day, if we're just defective parents. What if there's nothing wrong with your child, even though they're a little…spicy? And wh...
2022-04-0743 min
Don't Mom Alone PodcastMom, You Are Important but Not Essential, and That’s Good News :: Brittany Turner [Ep 361]As moms we do carry a big burden – we have a God-give responsibility to love and care for our children, but how often do you feel crushed under that burden? It’s hard to do all the tasks to take care of everyone – especially if you’re measuring yourself by how many meltdowns (your kids or yours) did or didn’t happen this week. What if that responsibility came with the freedom to not hold it all together? What if there were someone more loving and more powerful than you to shape all the details of life for the good of everyon...
2022-04-0435 min