Booked & Busy: Is Your Son Missing the Connection He Needs?

09/04/2025 1h 5min Temporada 2 Episodio 25
Booked & Busy: Is Your Son Missing the Connection He Needs?

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In this episode of Unlocking the Parenting Code: All About Boys, host Kathy sits down with Genevieve Kyle-Lefebvre’, a mom of two energetic boys, the founder and main host of the Mom-Talk Podcast, & co curator of Faces of the Tri-Cities, a book celebrating women and community leaders making meaningful impact. Genevieve is a passionate mother of two young boys, a deep thinker, and a woman of action. She saw the need for a supportive space where mothers could share their experiences, overcome isolation, and build meaningful friendships. What started as a simple lunch gathering in her home has grown into a thriving community of over 600 moms and inspired a podcast. In this episode, Genevieve shares 15 practical strategies and insights on the importance of connection, the risks of overbooking boys, and how to create a balanced, supportive environment for them to thrive.Guest Bio:Genevieve Kyle-Lefebvre is the founder and main host of the Mom-Talk Podcast, a warm and honest space where mothers connect, share, and grow through candid conversations with parenting experts. The podcast was inspired by the mom lunches Genevieve hosted before the pandemic, gatherings that nurtured real connection and support among mothers. A devoted mom of two energetic boys, Genevieve brings authenticity and heart to every episode. She is also a journalist with Tri-Cities Community TV and co-author and co-curator of Faces Tri-Cities, a book celebrating women and community leaders making meaningful impact. Bilingual and culturally rooted, Genevieve has shared parenting insights through her French-language radio segment, continuing to uplift families through meaningful dialogue and connection. Key Topics The hidden dangers of over-scheduling boys in structured activities.How modern busy lifestyles affect boys' emotional well-being.Connection builds trust & emotional safetyCreating space for emotional attachmentOverbooking increases stress & burnoutSigns of over-scheduling in boysDowntime is essential for creativity & problem-solvingBoys need opportunities for self-leadershipPhysical activity vs. overbookingMental health needs space & restBe proactive, not reactiveBoys & self-regulationThe Power of Hugs Links: Website: gklcreative.ca.Email: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.com/momtalkpodcast1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parenttalkpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ParentTalk2UIf you loved this episode, please leave us a review and share it with a friend who needs to hear this message! Looking for more support raising your boy? Visit sonhoodcoaching.com for more.Unlocking the Parenting Code: All About BoysWelcome to Unlocking the Parenting Code: All About BoysThis season, we’re diving deep into the world of boys—exploring what it takes to raise them to become remarkable young men. Hosted by Kathy Imabayashi, an experienced educator and passionate advocate for boys’ emotional well-being, this podcast offers real-life stories, expert insights, and practical strategies for parents, educators, and caregivers navigating the...

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