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Power Struggles Explained: Why Kids Push Back and What to Do – 342 Feb 25, 2025

You ask your child to turn off their iPad and get ready to leave the house, but instead of action, you get a heavy, dramatic exhale that says, “Do I have to?”

You ask again, this time firmer. Nothing.

And just like that, what should’ve been a simple request turns into a full-blown power struggle.

In this week’s episode, I’m breaking down what’s really going on beneath those exhausting battles and sharing simple strategies to help you shift the dynamic without losing your authority (or your sanity).

Because it's not about the shoes, the iPad, or leaving the house. And it’s definitely not just about defiance.

Something deeper is happening in these moments, and once you understand it, you can stop getting stuck in the same frustrating cycle.

If you’re done with endless back-and-forth arguments, and ready for less resistance and more connection, this episode will show you how to break the cycle without yelling, nagging, or frustration.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/342

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How to Help Kids Stop Blaming and Start Taking Responsibility – 341 Feb 18, 2025

"It wasn't me!"

"He started it!"

"She made me do it!"

Have your kids ever said these blame-shifting phrases?

While hearing them might drive you crazy, they actually reveal important things about your child's developing mind and emotional world.

In this episode, I explore why kids blame others and how to help them develop the skills to take responsibility more often.

It's packed with practical strategies you can start using today.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/341

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7 Lessons About Love to Teach Your Kids – 340 Feb 11, 2025

What if some of the most important lessons about love aren’t the ones we think to teach our kids?

In this episode, I’m sharing seven essential truths about love—lessons that will shape the way your kids understand relationships, connection, and even their own self-worth.

Oh, and these lessons aren’t only for them. You might take away something meaningful, too!

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/340

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Wait-and-See Parenting: When Doing Nothing Is the Best Move – 339 Feb 04, 2025

Wait-and-see parenting can feel risky.

You see your child struggling—whether it’s with a tricky friendship, a frustrating homework assignment, or a new routine—and every instinct tells you to step in.

But sometimes, doing nothing is actually the best move.

Recently, my home phone stopped working for a couple of weeks and my home alarm system kept glitching. I figured I’d need to call someone to fix it, but...I just never got around to it.

Then, out of nowhere, everything started working again. No explanation. No intervention.

It made me realize how often we rush to fix things in our kids' lives when sometimes, things just need a little time to sort themselves out.

But how do you know when to step in and when to let things unfold? Tune in to this episode to find out!

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/339

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Beyond Small Talk: Building Meaningful Mom Friendships – 338 Jan 28, 2025

Motherhood can feel surprisingly lonely sometimes, even when you’re constantly surrounded by people.

You might exchange smiles with other moms at school drop-off, make small talk at soccer practice, and keep up with the endless group texts.

But when you're having a hard day, who’s your go-to? Who do you turn to when you need someone who truly gets you—no judgment, no pretense, just real support?

In this episode, I’m diving into why so many moms feel isolated and what it takes to find the kind of friendships that make life better.

By the way, if there’s a mom you’ve been wanting to get to know better, why not forward this to her? It could be the perfect conversation starter—and maybe even the beginning of a deeper connection.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/338

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Letting Go of Agendas: Creating Space for Your Kids to Discover Who They’re Meant to Be – 337 Jan 21, 2025

Sometimes the hardest part of parenting is stepping back and letting your child's path unfold naturally.

This week's episode dives into those moments when your kids surprise you - whether it's quitting a beloved sport, choosing an unexpected career path, or exploring their identity in ways you never anticipated.

Through real stories (including my own), we explore how to really be there for your kids as they figure out who they are.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/337

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Are You a Silently Struggling Mom? You Don’t Have to Do It Alone – 336 Jan 14, 2025

Do you ever wonder, “Is this just how it is for moms?”

The endless juggling act, the invisible load, the constant pressure to hold it all together without ever asking for help.

What if it didn’t have to feel so hard?

In this week’s podcast, I’m shining a light on on the silent struggles so many moms experience and how you can start to lighten your load.

Listen now and discover what’s possible when you stop struggling in silence.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/336

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Why Big Changes Don’t Stick (And What Actually Works for Moms) – 335 Jan 07, 2025

January is here, and with it, the endless push for big, bold resolutions: de-cluttering half your house, cutting out every "bad" food, swearing off yelling forever.

It all sounds so promising, doesn’t it?

Unfortunately, most of these massive changes don’t last. In fact, the research shows they almost never do.

In this week’s episode, I’m sharing why your brain resists those dramatic overhauls and what actually works to create lasting change.

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/335

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The Top 10 Episodes of 2024 – 334 Dec 31, 2024

Welcome to the final episode of Less Drama More Mama for 2024!

In today’s episode, we’re doing something special by counting down the top 10 episodes of the year, based on the ones that resonated most with you, my amazing listeners.

These are the episodes you downloaded and loved the most, and I’m excited to take a look back at them as we head into the new year.

If you missed any of these impactful episodes (or want to listen to them again), you'll find the links in today's show notes.

Thank you for listening to the show this year. I'd be so grateful if you'd leave an honest review in Apple Podcasts and share your favorite episode with a mama friend.

Wishing you a happy and healthy start to 2025!

For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/334

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