If you’re stuck believing that parenting means sacrificing everything without wanting anything in return, please know it doesn’t have to be this way! Instead, try thinking about “return on investment” to reduce the likelihood of parenting burnout. The following is an edited transcript of this podcast episode. In my last episode, I talked to you about […]

If you have an older child who’s using a bottle or pacifier — or if you just want some ideas for what to do when you want to bottle wean or ease that transition — this article on bottle weaning older kids might give you some ideas for how to fix the habit. ‎ ‎ […]

In today’s blogcast, Abigail talks about how parents can validate their kids’ feelings WITHOUT forgetting other crucial factors like their family’s values and the feelings of others.  The following is an edited transcript of this podcast episode. Today I’m going to talk about feelings. Now, this might not be exactly the podcast you’re expecting. Because most […]

If you ever find your kid having a hard time with their homework, and then copying off the web or using AI to get it done, it’s easy to get mad, punish, or lecture. Abigail explains how understanding WHY your kid is cheating in the first place is the best step toward real learning when […]

If you’ve got squabbling kids with very different personalities, you’ll want to know how to stop sibling rivalry. This simple parenting strategy will help ease the tension and create more peace in your house. ‎‎ The following is an edited transcript of this podcast episode. When you’re dealing with kids, very often, the quickest way […]

If you struggle with “mom guilt” or trying to find time for yourself while also being a “good mother,” this episode may help. In it, Abigail talks about the importance of self-care, and why parents should matter as much as their kids do. The following is an edited transcript of this podcast episode. I received […]

Abigail explains why her own childhood inspired her to do the parent support work that she does today. Read her story and learn about the difference parent support has made to the families she works with. I was a very conscious child. Maybe every child is. While I don’t have too many memories from back […]

Got a kid who digs their heels in, at the exact moment you need them to get moving? Then you need “pre-work,” a super handy tool for helping kids with transitions that can unstick those sticky moments. Here’s the scoop: The following is an edited transcript of this podcast episode. One of the moms in […]

Parenting isn’t easy, and it’s normal to feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and lonely along the way. But with the right support, we CAN overcome our parenting challenges. Here’s how a parenting “reset” can help.‎‎‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ […]