Season 3
![Parenting Through Bad Moods: Recognize, Counteract and Choose Joy with Matt O’Neill [79]](https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/redwood-labs/showpage/uploads/images/25e548ca-f66e-4ddb-afab-f5988bc67590.jpg "Parenting Through Bad Moods: Recognize, Counteract and Choose Joy with Matt O’Neill [79]")
Dec. 18, 2024
Parenting Through Bad Moods: Recognize, Counteract and Choose Joy with Matt O’Neill [79]
In this episode, I’m joined by Matt O'Neill, happiness coach, author, and host of The Good Mood Revolution podcast. As a father of four, Matt has dedicated his work to helping parents build happiness as a skill—even during l…
![Meeting Your Child's Emotional Needs to Prevent Destructive Choices with Richard O'Keef [78]](https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/redwood-labs/showpage/uploads/images/09497559-0830-4d38-a9b9-65264f4379fa.jpg "Meeting Your Child's Emotional Needs to Prevent Destructive Choices with Richard O'Keef [78]")
Dec. 11, 2024
Meeting Your Child's Emotional Needs to Prevent Destructive Choices with Richard O'Keef [78]
In this episode, I’m joined by Richard O’Keef, a renowned parenting educator and author of 9-1-1: What is Your Parenting Emergency?. With decades of experience teaching parenting education in communities and prisons, Richard…
![The Inner Work of Parenting: Healing Hidden Beliefs to Help Your Kids with Brad Chandler [77]](https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/redwood-labs/showpage/uploads/images/98be14bf-349d-48ba-a353-ffc85d4765f8.jpg "The Inner Work of Parenting: Healing Hidden Beliefs to Help Your Kids with Brad Chandler [77]")
Dec. 4, 2024
The Inner Work of Parenting: Healing Hidden Beliefs to Help Your Kids with Brad Chandler [77]
What if the key to helping your child overcome anxiety or challenging behaviors started with you? In this episode, Brad shares his powerful journey of self-discovery and healing, sparked by a desire to support his son. When …
![Holiday Parenting Made Easy: Tips for Less Stress and More Connection [76]](https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/redwood-labs/showpage/uploads/images/6427214b-a32f-4f0e-8955-e0f02ca26064.jpg "Holiday Parenting Made Easy: Tips for Less Stress and More Connection [76]")
Nov. 27, 2024
Holiday Parenting Made Easy: Tips for Less Stress and More Connection [76]
The holiday season is here! A time for traditions, cozy memories, and magical moments with loved ones. But let’s be real: it can also feel chaotic and overwhelming. Between packed schedules, long to-do lists, and managing ki…
![Healing from the Inside Out: A Holistic Approach to Family Wellness with Sandie Gascon [75]](https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/redwood-labs/showpage/uploads/images/a9900861-eca8-4ef1-b72f-fa0fff2dd0aa.jpg "Healing from the Inside Out: A Holistic Approach to Family Wellness with Sandie Gascon [75]")
Nov. 20, 2024
Healing from the Inside Out: A Holistic Approach to Family Wellness with Sandie Gascon [75]
Ever feel like you’re doing everything right but still struggling with family health issues? This episode is a must-listen! I sat down with Sandie Gascon, a certified integrative healing practitioner, to explore how a holist…
![Raising Kids with Kindness Starts with You: The Role of Self-Compassion in Parenting with Ruthie Aurand [74]](https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/redwood-labs/showpage/uploads/images/d1d919b7-c9ae-49b9-aeb9-dbf56c45eb14.jpg "Raising Kids with Kindness Starts with You: The Role of Self-Compassion in Parenting with Ruthie Aurand [74]")
Nov. 13, 2024
Raising Kids with Kindness Starts with You: The Role of Self-Compassion in Parenting with Ruthie Aurand [74]
In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Ruthie Aurand, a fellow certified positive parenting coach, to discuss her transformative journey from traditional, reactive parenting to embracing a compassionate, mindful approach…
![Speak So They’ll Listen: Positive Parenting Through Intentional Communication [73]](https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/redwood-labs/showpage/uploads/images/3a7f310d-d6cb-417b-9c24-8d891c2b6b90.jpg "Speak So They’ll Listen: Positive Parenting Through Intentional Communication [73]")
Nov. 6, 2024
Speak So They’ll Listen: Positive Parenting Through Intentional Communication [73]
In this episode, we’re diving into the heart of positive parenting with our second key pillar: intentional communication. If you’re just joining us, I recommend checking out Episode 70 first, where we explore the foundationa…
![Understanding Parenting Triggers and Reactivity: Calming Your Nervous System for Peaceful Connection with Natalie Bedard [72]](https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/redwood-labs/showpage/uploads/images/9ba4a3ac-22eb-454a-9cef-df4910e14646.jpg "Understanding Parenting Triggers and Reactivity: Calming Your Nervous System for Peaceful Connection with Natalie Bedard [72]")
Oct. 30, 2024
Understanding Parenting Triggers and Reactivity: Calming Your Nervous System for Peaceful Connection with Natalie Bedard [72]
Ever find yourself struggling to stay calm in those heated parenting moments? This episode dives into the why behind our reactivity when our kids misbehave. Join me and energy healing specialist Natalie Bedard as we explore …
![From Bystanders to Upstanders: Building Moral Courage and Compassion in Kids with Dr. Janice Cohn [71]](https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/redwood-labs/showpage/uploads/images/71a8e287-e823-458c-a89d-d180550c933e.jpg "From Bystanders to Upstanders: Building Moral Courage and Compassion in Kids with Dr. Janice Cohn [71]")
Oct. 23, 2024
From Bystanders to Upstanders: Building Moral Courage and Compassion in Kids with Dr. Janice Cohn [71]
In this episode, Dr. Janice Cohn, a seasoned psychotherapist and author, joins the conversation to explore how we can help children cultivate compassion, empathy, and moral courage in a world often overshadowed by incivility…
![Shifting Mindsets: Moving from Control to Connection in Parenting [70]](https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/redwood-labs/showpage/uploads/images/df1a8d52-13bd-412c-857c-1d6d168947d2.jpg "Shifting Mindsets: Moving from Control to Connection in Parenting [70]")
Oct. 16, 2024
Shifting Mindsets: Moving from Control to Connection in Parenting [70]
Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the three major parenting styles—autocratic, permissive, and democratic—and how understanding each can help you create stronger connections with your children. I’ll share practica…
![Breaking Free from Reactive Parenting with Veenu Keller [69]](https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/redwood-labs/showpage/uploads/images/c40986a5-04a0-4e7a-9fd3-02bee486c705.jpg "Breaking Free from Reactive Parenting with Veenu Keller [69]")
Oct. 11, 2024
Breaking Free from Reactive Parenting with Veenu Keller [69]
Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Veenu Keller, a Life Coach, Behavior Specialist, and host of the *Redefine Parenting* podcast. Veenu brings over two decades of experience working with families to transform th…
![Guiding Preteens Through Change: Practical Communication for Parents with Marcus Higgs [68]](https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/redwood-labs/showpage/uploads/images/45e5a4dd-a77f-4cc0-a019-21a110e4a1cb.png "Guiding Preteens Through Change: Practical Communication for Parents with Marcus Higgs [68]")
Oct. 10, 2024
Guiding Preteens Through Change: Practical Communication for Parents with Marcus Higgs [68]
In this episode, we sit down with Marcus Aurelius Higgs, a communication coach for parents of preteens (ages 10-14). Marcus helps parents strengthen their relationship with their children during these crucial formative years…
Oct. 9, 2024
Back from Break: My Positive Parenting Journey and What’s Next
Send us a text After an extended summer break, I’m back to share what I’ve been up to, including completing my Positive Parenting certification and coaching my first clients. In this episode, I reflect on the personal growth…