Episode 63: Gentle, Firm, or Both? Finding the New Parenting Sweet Spot!

06/10/2025 17 min Temporada 2 Episodio 63
Episode 63: Gentle, Firm, or Both? Finding the New Parenting Sweet Spot!

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Send us a textWelcome to Chalkboard to Kitchen Table with Trish and Eileen!In this episode, we sit down to talk about the tricky balance between being gentle and being firm as a parent. Is it possible to be both? (Spoiler alert: yes, and it might be the key to raising confident, respectful kids!)We share real-life stories and practical tools that help parents move away from the old “either/or” mindset. You'll hear us talk about how being too lenient can lead to chaos and how being too strict can shut kids down. So what’s the alternative? A calm, clear, and connected approach that blends love with boundaries.You’ll walk away with:Simple phrases you can use when your child pushes limitsTips for staying grounded (even when your patience is running low)Why connection doesn’t mean giving in and firmness doesn’t mean being harshJoin us as we explore what it looks like to parent from a place of love and leadership. Because when kids feel safe and seen, they’re more likely to listen and thrive.Welcome to the table!

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