Blogs by Nina

Sibling rivalry isn’t a parenting failure - it’s a natural part of growing up and learning how to share space, love, and attention. When you stop being the referee and start being a calm coach, you model empathy and problem-solving. These small, mindful shifts build long-term skills for your children: managing big feelings, resolving conflict, and repairing relationships with compassion. Instead of aiming for perfect harmony, you’ll learn how to create a family rhythm b

So often, we react to behaviour without understanding the need underneath. This conversation offers a gentler, more effective approach - one that’s rooted in connection, development, and real-world parenting. If you’ve ever wondered why your child is acting out - or how to support them differently - this episode is a must-listen.

Understanding what’s happening in your teen’s brain is like finding the instruction manual you never got. These years are not just challenging - they’re full of growth, potential, and emotional intensity. Knowing how to respond with curiosity instead of control can shift your entire relationship. This episode will help you stay grounded, supportive, and ready to connect - even in the chaos.

Even the most mindful parents feel unsure sometimes. When your child gets in trouble, it can trigger shame, guilt, or panic. But these moments are powerful opportunities to lean into your values, model accountability, and strengthen your relationship with your child. This episode shows you how.

Setting limits is one of the trickiest parts of parenting - but it’s also one of the most important. When we hold boundaries with love and clarity, we show our children that their feelings are okay and their world is safe. This episode will help you shift from control to connection, and from reactivity to calm, confident guidance.

Parenting a child with ADHD can feel relentless - like no matter what you try, it’s never enough.   But understanding your own emotional patterns is the key to breaking out of reactive cycles and creating a calmer home.   This episode offers hope, understanding, and practical strategies for any parent feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to support their child.

And today? We’re talking about mornings. Because let’s be honest - mornings with kids can feel like a marathon before the day has even started. The rushing, the resistance, the last-minute water bottle hunt… oh my god it’s exhausting! But what if we could approach mornings differently? What if we could bring in more calm, connection, and cooperation - without having to nag, bribe, or lose our patience?

When they feel disconnected, their instinct isn’t to cooperate - it’s to push back. And that’s not because they’re being difficult. It’s because their little brains are wired to seek connection before anything else.

Sibling rivalry is one of the most exhausting challenges in family life. And while it can feel like your kids are constantly trying to drive

Have you ever noticed how, when your child is upset, they don’t actually want a solution right away? They want to be heard. It’s one of those things that seems so obvious when you think about it, yet in the heat of the moment, it’s so easy to forget.