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A Message From Abigail & Missi Aug 09, 2022

Abigail and Missi check in to tell listeners that they will be hosting Instagram Live streams for followers to ask questions and be a part of this ever-evolving conversation on parenting.

Find Missi Pyle @missipyle and Abigail Wald @motherflippingawesome on Instagram! Follow Raising & Raising on Instagram @raisingandrising!

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Abigail's Summer Ritual: A Long-Term Emotional Project Jun 20, 2022

Summer is upon us! Our kids are wrapping up school and home for the season. This week on Raising & Rising, Abigail and Missi discuss taking advantage of the family connection and fun of summer to work on long-term emotional projects. Missi shares her parenting wins and some struggles too. Abigail explains how parents can use play to push past resistance from your children, how to teach your kiddos the value of respect, and clearing your own mind so you can become the parent you want to be.

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Three Moms Talk About Uvalde and Grassroots Activism Jun 13, 2022

On this episode of Raising & Rising, Abigail and Missi welcome back Michelle to discuss the tragic events at Uvalde, and what can be done in your community to help prevent these prolific acts of violence.

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Sensory Overload with Jessica Urlichs Jun 06, 2022

On this episode of Raising & Rising, we speak with Jessica Urlichs. Jessica is a best-selling author and poet. In her books she delves into the raw and real stories of early motherhood, moments and emotions that she has experienced herself. Aside from being an award-winning author, Jessica is a wife and the mother of two children with one on the way! Today we focus on highly sensitive, 4-year-old Harry. Harry is a loving boy who gets overwhelmed in crowded public places. Today we discuss how to help your highly sensitive child navigate overstimulating situations and how to push them to the edge of their comfort zone to help them grow! Listen to this special episode of R&R anywhere you get your podcasts!

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Screen Time Struggles and "Good Enough" Parenting with Kat May 30, 2022

On this episode of R&R, we speak with Kat from Virginia. Kat works as an LPC who specializes in gender and sexuality, and is the mother of two children, Daphne and Davin. Today we focus on Davin. Davin is Kat’s 9 year old boy. He has a very loving personality and regularly steps up to the plate to help Kat and his little sister with daily tasks. Recently, Kat has noticed that Davin struggles to regulate his time on the family’s iPad, staying up all night long playing games and watching videos. Kat has tried many different approaches to curb his screen time to no avail! Today we will discuss how to make screens a constructive part of your family dynamic and when to take the iPad away.

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Navigating Tween Emotions with Dr. Michelle Ward May 23, 2022

On this Episode of Raising & Rising, we chat with Michelle Ward, Michelle is a neurocrimonologist, host of the podcast How Not To Raise A Serial Killer, and mother of two kiddos, Charlotte and Soren. Today we focus on her 10-year-old daughter Charlotte, a highly sensitive and intelligent young tween. When feeling anxious or hurt, Charlotte makes her feelings known by arguing with Michelle. Michelle feels like she has tried everything to deescalate these situations, but still struggles with Charlottes outbursts. Today, we discuss the art of deescalation, the dignity trip wire, and how to let your kids torture you an appropriate amount without actually creating little serial killers.

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Channeling Your Toddler's Emotions with Nicolle May 16, 2022

On this episode of Raising & Rising, we speak with Nicolle! Nicolle is a night-shift nurse and the mother of two boys. Today, we focus on her youngest son, Jack. Jack is a loving and passionate boy who often dotingly refers to his mama as a "princess." Often, his passionate energy is directed in unhealthy ways. Nicolle and her husband have worked diligently to redirect Jack's behavior - to no avail. In this episode, we explore how to deescalate and prevent these intense moments, what it means to be a safe space for your child, and the importance of pre-work and repair.

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The Art of Reasoning with a 5 Year Old with Jessica May 09, 2022

On this episode of Raising & Rising, we speak with Jessica from Oklahoma. Jessica is an Air Force spouse, pillar of her community, and devoted mother of two. Our focus today is on her oldest daughter, Stella. Stella is an intelligent and spirited 5-year-old girl with a knack for expert negotiation. Whether it's arguing her way into a later bedtime or bargaining for a different dinner, Stella tests Jessica’s boundaries on a daily basis. Today, we discuss how to successfully transition from one activity to another, the importance of stepping into your child’s world before you get them out, and the art of reasoning with your children. Welcome Jessica!

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Helping Your Toddler to Listen with Erin May 02, 2022

On this episode of Raising & Rising, we speak with Erin from Colorado. Erin is an Air Force officer, wife, and devoted mother of two. Our focus today is on her spirited 3-year-old boy, George. George is intelligent, adventurous, and loves to push his parent's limits. Sometimes his fearless nature and struggle to take directions from his mother gets him into dangerous situations - like running out into the street. Erin and her husband have worked tirelessly to correct his behavior and improve his listening skills, but nothing seems to be working in the long-term. Today, we discuss real, in-the-moment strategies for training children to listen, funneling their activity, and organizing their thoughts.

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Introducing Raising and Rising with Abigail Wald and Missi Pyle Apr 20, 2022

Founder of Mother Flipping Awesome, a radically bold and uniquely loving approach to parenting, Abigail Wald joins acclaimed actress Missi Pyle to discuss the challenges of raising highly-sensitive, strong-willed kids. On each episode of Raising & Rising, Abigail and Missi meet a new parent who has been pushed past their breaking point. Guests share their greatest parenting struggles, including topics like childhood anxiety, getting ready for school, physical and verbal aggression, and parenting through their own childhood trauma. In return, Abigail and Missi suggest novel ways to navigate these daily obstacles, so parents can confidently raise their children, while they rise to the top of their potential. Tune in on Monday, May 2nd for our big premier! And join us each Monday for a new episode!

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