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Understanding Toddler Tantrums (Ep. 4)
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Why do toddlers and preschoolers have tantrums? When we understand a problem, we’re better able to find a solution to the problem. So in this podcast episode, I explain common triggers for toddler and preschool tantrums, and which triggers are avoidable. I also explains why you can’t avoid all tantrums, and why you don’t even want to avoid all of them.
Helping Older Kids Adjust to Your New Baby
"How good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell together as one." Psalm 133:1 When I was eight months pregnant with my second child, my oldest child Aidan announced, “I don’t want a sister.” Now, why wouldn’t he want a sister? Why wouldn’t...
Getting Kids to Cooperate (Ep. 3)
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In this episode, I offer practical tips for getting kids to cooperate. It’s possible to engage your child’s cooperation without ordering or threatening!
Why Chores Are Good for Kids (Ep. 2)
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What are the benefits of requiring kids to do chores? How do we encourage our kids to follow through on their chores?
What’s Gentle Catholic Parenting? (Ep. 01)
Welcome to the Gentle Catholic Parenting Podcast! This is my introductory episode. What I'll cover: *Why I started this podcast. *A little about me and what you can expect when you listen. *What is gentle Catholic parenting anyway? Why should you...
Kids and Their Friendships (What’s Healthy?)
What makes a child's friendships healthy or unhealthy? My oldest son had two close friends throughout his childhood. He met them when he was five, and they are still friends today fifteen years later. My other children have had friends come and go...
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