Join Emily and Karen in a conversation with Kelly Bryant, a Child and Youth Worker with Woodview Mental Health and Autism Services as we talk all about the power of connection and being in relationship with your children. We will talk about how the power of that connection and relationship can be built and sustained through the challenges and joys of parenting.Episode Highlights:(05:09 - 07:01) Understanding Children's Feelings and Reactions(08:57 - 09:59) Building Trust in Parent-Child Relationship(15:28 - 17:09) Supporting Children Through Big Feelings(22:38 - 23:43) Reframing Attention as Connection(33:05 - 34:05) Powerful Use of Timers for Accountability(37:03 - 37:46) Parenting Consequences and Communication(49:20 - 51:04) Letting Go of Parenting ExpectationsThis podcast is brought to you by the City of Brantford Children's Services and Early Learning and Child and Family Services of Grand Erie (CFSGE).This podcast is hosted by Karen Bulmer. Karen has worked with children and families for over 20 years at Child and Family Services of Grand Erie.  She is currently the Service Manager for the Child Development Unit with CFSGE.  Karen works with her team to provide a wide variety of programming and support for families through EarlyON Child and Family Centre programming.  Karen is an avid podcast listener, enjoyer of music, craft enthusiast and lover of books!  Connect on social media:Follow The Messiness of Parenting Pod on InstagramFollow CFSGE on Facebook or InstagramFollow Woodview Mental Health and Autism Services on Facebook or InstagramThis podcast is for general information purposes only and is not considered advice from the co-hosts and guests. The information and opinions expressed do not reflect any agency or organization or company associated with the podcast. 

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