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ARE YOU A GOOD PARENT? Mar 28, 2021

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Today’s episode of The 3D Parent Podcast is based on a question-- “What makes a good parent?” I recently learned that the number one searched question on the internet when it comes to parenting is “how to be a good parent.” I’m really curious how we define good parenting and how we judge whether we are or aren’t good parents. In today’s episode, I want to define what makes a good parent and hopefully provide you with some relief that you are, despite your challenges, a good parent.

Some points we’ll discuss include:

What makes a good parent (and who defines this)
Embracing real-life “non-Instagrammable” moments
How to end perfectionism and trust yourself

If you’ve googled “how to be a good parent,” please know that I am 100% confident that you already are. Stop worrying about how you or your kids compare and measure up, and remember that parenting is a journey to embark upon, not a race to be won. That journey is sure to come with many twists and turns, complications, and surprises. So trust that journey, and trust yourself.

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Sustainable Healthy Sleep Habits for Kids with Sarah R. Moore Mar 21, 2021

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“Kids are born knowing how to sleep. Our job as adults is to create an environment where sleep feels like a safe and happy place.”

In this episode, I’m excited to welcome a special guest, Sarah R. Moore! She is the founder of Dandelion Seeds Positive Parenting. As a certified gentle parenting coach, she's a regular contributor to international parenting magazines, as well as frequent guest on podcasts and parenting summits. She offers a popular series of mini-courses, webinars, and expert interviews. She's currently writing two books that will be released this year. I’m excited to have her on the podcast to share her perspective on a more gentle approach to children’s sleeping habits.

Some points we will discuss include:

The conventional wisdom around sleep training and the problems behind it
How the Cry it out (CIO) method affects your child
How parents can trust their intuition when it comes to making decisions for their children

Ultimately, you know what is best for your family, and you can feel confident trusting your instincts. We hope this episode has helped you feel less conflicted and confused about making decisions around children’s sleeping habits.

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A YEAR OF PANDEMIC PARENTING-- PARENTS’ REFLECTIONS Mar 14, 2021

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“Parenting is a great lesson in this pandemic. Parenting is a master class. You can make all the plans you want, but that doesn't mean they're going to work out.”

In this episode of The 3D Parent Podcast, I’m sharing your thoughts and reflections on a year of pandemic parenting. It has been one year since the arrival of Covid-19 in the United States, and I wanted to reflect on this past year. I put out five questions on social media and collected responses from you, my listeners.

The five questions I asked were:

What has been the hardest part of parenting during this last year?
What has/have been your family’s silver lining(s)?
Is there anything you hope to continue when more typical life returns?
If you could go back to March 2020 and offer your past self any advice, what would it be?
Is there anything you never want to see, do, or hear again (related to parenting)?

In the episode, I read listeners’ responses to these questions, as well as share my own reflections. It was very interesting to hear a diverse group of people respond to these questions. I hope hearing these reflections helps you feel less alone in your own pandemic parenting. Please keep the conversation going with me on social media! I want to hear from you.

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HOW TO HELP THE CHILD WHO BULLIES Mar 07, 2021

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“A child who bullies is capable of transformation.”

In this episode of The 3D Parent Podcast, I’m talking about how to help children who bully others. Most of the conversations I hear around bullying are focused on the victims of bullying. It’s being forgotten that bullies are deeply wounded children who also need help.

We will go over topics such as:

Why children become bullies
What is and is not effective in preventing bullying
How relationships can change bullies

I hope this episode reminds you that bullies are still children who need us and that it gives you some ideas about how you can help wounded children.

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HOW TO “BULLY-PROOF” YOUR CHILD Feb 28, 2021

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*Trigger warning: I will refer to youth suicide and self-harming behaviors as it relates to bullying. Please proceed with caution if talking about this topic is a trigger for you.*

“When children feel seen, heard, and accepted for who they are in their parent’s eyes, they won’t believe that they don’t belong or are without value like the bullies want them to believe.”

In this episode of The 3D Parent Podcast, I am talking about how you can “bully-proof” your child. It’s no doubt that parents want their children to find acceptance and belonging with their peers. Unfortunately, we know that this is not always the case. As parents, we cannot completely protect our children from bullying, but we can work to boost their self-esteem and help them feel loved and supported so that the words of a bully will not hurt them as much.

We will go over topics such as:

What bullying is and isn’t
Developing a connection that can cushion your child from the blow of harsh treatment from others
Helping your child orient to adult caretakers rather than peers

I hope this episode gives you practical ways to support your child. Remember that you cannot protect them from everything, but you can be as supportive and nurturing as you can to help them.

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SELF-CARE THROUGH PERSONAL STYLE WITH HOLLY CHAYES Feb 21, 2021

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“Clothing confidence comes from really owning the fact that if a piece of clothing doesn't fit, that's the only thing. That means it doesn't mean that your body is too big. It doesn't mean that it's too tall or too long or too curvy or too whatever. It just means that this piece of clothing doesn't fit.” --Holly Chayes

In this episode of The 3D Parent Podcast, I’m joined by style coach and consultant Holly Chayes. We are talking about how personal style is a form of self-care and self-expression and how to maintain that as a parent.

We will go over topics such as:

How clothing can profoundly affect the way you feel
How body acceptance comes into play with personal style
How to balance the needs of your life with the wardrobe you want

I hope this episode helps you think about the style you want to express and how you can balance that with all your responsibilities as a parent.

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CO-PARENTING LIKE A PRO WITH MERRY AND ASHLEY SENN Feb 14, 2021

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“You have to keep the kids at the pinnacle of the decision-making. They are the true north.” --Merry Senn

This week on The 3D Parent Podcast, I’m discussing co-parenting with special guests Merry and Ashley Senn. Merry and Ashley are good friends of mine from the theater community. They have been married for just over five years. They live in Edmonds WA and share 2 boys Calvin (12) and Sawyer (9). Years of friendship and couplehood have led them to begin their own podcast, Your Friends Ash & Mer. They have honest and mostly hysterical conversations about marriage, parenthood, and making it through this life together. The highlight of their show is when Ash & Mer talk to their incredible friends from every facet of their life and bring their unique and incredible stories to their podcast listeners. They are great examples of people who make co-parenting look easy, despite its challenges.

We will go over topics such as:

Common challenges of co-parenting
Navigating family transitions and custody arrangements
Tools parents can use to make co-parenting easier

Merry and Ashley say that keeping their children at the pinnacle of their decision-making is crucial. If you keep their best interests at heart, then the best decisions will be made. Co-parenting is challenging, but with good communication and strategy, it is manageable.

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CONVERSATIONS ON RACE: A TIMELY ACCOUNTABILITY CHECK FOR ALLIES Feb 07, 2021

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In this episode of The 3D Parent Podcast, I want to take the opportunity to speak to people who consider themselves allies in the fight against systemic racism. This episode is an opportunity for you to assess where you and your family are when it comes to your commitment to be an anti-racist family.

We will go over topics such as:

The history of Black History Month
How Black History might actually uphold white supremacy
The cycle of inaction

I hope this episode will help you evaluate where you are and help you move forward in your commitment to anti-racism.

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