Mood & Behavior

When kids shut down or seem unmotivated, there’s more beneath the surface. Learn how to spot understimulation and use simple strategies to support focus and cooperation.

August 18, 2025

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Learning to identify the difference between typical phases and behaviors that require attention is key to helping children navigate challenges and ensuring they grow into their best selves. Join me in another episode as we dive into the root causes behind certain behaviors.

November 11, 2024

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Quick guide for overwhelmed parents: Here are science-backed strategies for positive behavior. They start with calming the brain, not correcting the child. In 5 minutes, you’ll learn how to spot under- vs. overstimulation, model calm, set clear boundaries, and coach your child toward self-regulation.

October 14, 2024

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How to handle a meltdown without yelling or giving in starts with calming the brain, yours first, then your child’s. In this episode, I’ll share parenting protocol so you can co-regulate, look for root causes, and reinforce coping skills that actually stick.

September 9, 2024

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This episode delves into factors influencing children's reluctance to engage in sports and provides insights to support their interests and well-being effectively.

July 18, 2024

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Discover how to understand and address children's irritability, empowering effective parenting and fostering emotional growth and well-being for both parents and children.

July 15, 2024

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Explore how to foster honesty, self-confidence and open communication in children by creating a supportive environment that encourages truthfulness and understanding underlying issues. Let's decode your child's behavior and uncover ways to build a nurturing environment.

July 10, 2024

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Understanding kids' behaviors is key for effective parenting. Distinguish between normal developmental phases and signs requiring clinical attention to guide and nurture your child appropriately.

December 20, 2023

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In this episode, we tackle the challenge of supporting angry kids amid the high stress levels that both children and adults face.

December 13, 2023

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Disrespectful behavior strategies work best when they start with regulation. Help your child’s nervous system settle, ease irritability, and restore connection using practical steps grounded in Regulation First Parenting™.

November 1, 2023

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Understand why disrespectful behavior in kids is often a sign of a dysregulated brain, not defiance. Learn what fuels their reactions and how Regulation First Parenting™ helps you shift from frustration to calm with clear, science-backed guidance.

October 30, 2023

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