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Many parents feel pressure to “get along” after separation, even when communication feels stressful or unsafe. This episode offers reassurance that there is another way. Parallel parenting after separation allows parents to focus on their own home, values, and healing – without ongoing conflict. It’s a raw and real example of parenting under pressure - and a beautiful reminder that connection often comes after a boundary is held kindly but firmly.

School holidays often remove the invisible structure that helps families cope - and many parents struggle through them feeling alone or like they’re failing. This episode offers permission to stop striving for perfect holidays and instead reflect with honesty and compassion.  Calm parenting isn’t about flawless regulation - it’s about noticing what supports you, adjusting when things aren’t working, and coming back to yourself again and again.

Tess’s story reminds us that calm boundaries do work - even when kids push hard. This isn’t a polished expert take - it’s one mum showing up with love, courage, and the skills she’s learned along the way. It’s a raw and real example of parenting under pressure - and a beautiful reminder that connection often comes after a boundary is held kindly but firmly.

So many mums feel like self-care is out of reach. There’s no time, no headspace, and no childcare to “escape” for an hour. But this episode flips that idea on its head. Melissa gently reminds us that self-care isn’t about adding more - it’s about doing what we already do… slower, softer, and with more presence. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, touched out, or like you never get a single moment to yourself, this episode will feel like a deep exhale.

School holidays often stir up guilt, exhaustion, overstimulation and the pressure to “do it all”. This episode helps you release that weight and find a softer, more spacious way to move through summer - one rooted in presence, connection and realistic expectations. If you want the holidays to feel calmer, this is your invitation.

As the school holidays approach, many parents find themselves stretched thin - trying to be a present, patient parent and keep up with work or business demands. This episode is your gentle reminder that balance doesn’t mean doing everything at once.   This conversation shines a light on those unseen struggles and offers hope through mindfulness - not as another task to master, but as a way of being kinder to yourself. It’s a reminder that your worth isn’t measured by prod

Parenting through exhaustion can leave you feeling like you’re failing. But often, the issue isn’t your mindset - it’s your capacity. This episode helps shift the lens from self-blame to self-compassion and reminds you that you are not alone. You don’t need to be superhuman. You need softness, support, and space to breathe.

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

The invisible weights of motherhood can be exhausting - especially when they include emotional labour, sensory overload, and the pressure to “get it right.” Too often, parents carry this weight in silence, believing exhaustion is just part of the job.   This conversation shines a light on those unseen struggles and offers hope through mindfulness - not as another task to master, but as a way of being kinder to yourself. It’s a reminder that your worth isn’t measured by prod

So often, mindful parenting advice focuses on what to do when your kids lose it. But what about when you do? This episode focuses on the inner experience of parenting - those hidden emotional build-ups that lead to snapping, shutting down, or self-blame. It’s not about being a perfect parent. It’s about understanding yourself more deeply so you can respond, not react. If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in your own big feelings, this one’s for you.

Parenting isn’t meant to be a solo journey. When we try to carry it all ourselves, we risk burnout, guilt, and disconnection. But when we create a parenting village - whether through circles, book clubs, or shared learning - we discover we’r But most of the guilt mums carry isn’t about mistakes at all; it’s about trying to live up to impossible standards. This episode helps you see the difference and gives you tools to step away from shame and into a more grounded, joyf

The hours after school can make or break the whole day. When we enter them stressed or reactive, kids pick up on it - and tensions rise. But with mindful pauses, compassionate communication, and some flexible routines, the afternoon transition can become a chance to reconnect instead of clash. This episode offers a realistic, heart-centred look at what families really need between pickup and dinner - and how small shifts can create big calm.

We hear a lot about how to parent better, but not enough about why it’s so hard in the first place. This episode speaks directly to that truth. If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I just get it together?” - this conversation will help you understand that you’re not the problem. The parenting juggle is real, and you deserve support, not self-blame.

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.

When our kids bring us their big emotions, our instinct is often to advise, correct, or fix. But these habits, while well-intentioned, can disconnect us from the very children we’re trying to support. Noticing these patterns is the first step to creating a safe space for our kids to feel seen and heard.

Parenting is hard, especially when you’re feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and like nothing you try is working.   Emily’s story is proof that you don’t have to do it perfectly - you just need small, consistent shifts.   This episode is a reminder that change is possible, even when life feels chaotic.   If you’ve been wondering if mindful parenting is worth it, Emily’s journey will give you hope, encouragement, and practical ideas you can try today.

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.

Because pausing isn’t just about stopping ourselves from yelling—it’s about shifting our entire perspective on parenting. And to do that, we’re going to explore three key mindfulness concepts....

Ever found yourself yelling even though you promised you wouldn’t? You’re not alone - and this episode might just be the shift you need.

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