Episodes

May 8, 2024

Meeting Your Child's Core Emotional Needs with Nikki Bair [62]

Send us a Text Message. Meet Nikki Bair, a parenting coach with a refreshingly practical and heart-centered approach to modern motherhood. Through her own journey of decoding the behaviors of "behaviorally challenging" child…

May 1, 2024

Relisten: Friendship Skills for Kids: Navigating Social Ups and Downs in the Preteen Years - Jessica Speer [61]

Jessica Speer is the author of the award winning, BFF OR NRF (Not Really Friends)? A GIRLS GUIDE TO HAPPY FRIENDSHIPS and MIDDLE SCHOOL - SAFETY GOGGLES ADVISED , both of which grew out of her work with kids. Blending scien…

April 24, 2024

Nesting: Creating Stability and Consistency for Kids After Divorce with Kathleen Brigham | ep.60

Join us in this enlightening episode as we explore the concept of nesting with Kathleen Brigham, a certified divorce mediator, and co-author of 'The Nesting Experiment: Two Divorces, Seven Kids, and Six Years of Uncomfortabl…

April 17, 2024

Empowering Anxious Kids: Strategies for Parents with Anastasia Arauz | ep.59

Discover practical strategies for supporting anxious children in this episode of the "Unlock Your Child’s Full Potential" podcast. We’re joined by licensed mental health counselor and registered play therapist, Anastasia Ara…

April 10, 2024

Art Therapy for Children: Unlocking Creativity to Strengthen Parent-Child Bonds with Jodi Rose | Ep.58

Art Therapy for Children: Unlocking Creativity to Strengthen Parent-Child Bonds In this insightful episode, we delve into the multifaceted benefits of art therapy for children, exploring how it serves as a powerful tool for …

April 3, 2024

Breaking the Yelling Habit: A Guide to Harmonious Parenting with DJ Stutz | ep.57

Discover practical strategies to address the yelling habit and create a calmer, more connected family dynamic in this episode of the "Unlock Your Child’s Full Potential" podcast. Join us as DJ Stutz , an Early Childhood Spec…

March 27, 2024

Discover Unconditional Love in Parenting - Dr. Tracey Johnson | ep.56

Discover the profound insights of "Unconditional Parenting" by Alfie Kohn in this episode as we delve into the transformative power of unconditional love in raising children. Join us as we explore the distinction between con…

March 20, 2024

Connecting Through Adventure: The Power of Family Travel #55

Embark on a journey of family adventure with the latest episode on Unlock Your Child’s Full Potential podcast. Discover the joys and challenges of traveling with kids as I share insights from our recent trip to Valencia, Spa…

March 13, 2024

The Long-Term Effects of Positive Parenting with Wendy Snyder #54

In this episode of "Unlock Your Child’s Full Potential," we delve into the realm of positive parenting, a transformative approach that prioritizes connection and empowerment. Today I have the immense pleasure of sitting down…

March 6, 2024

3 Keys to Strengthening Your Mother-Daughter Relationship at Any Age with Hilary Mae #53

Today, we’re diving into the world of moms and daughters, figuring out how to make things smoother between us. Our guest is the amazing Hilary Mae, a family therapist with 15 years of experience, focusing on the mother-daugh…

Feb. 28, 2024

What is a healthy parent-child relationship and how to nurture it with Sue Donnellan #52

In this episode of 'Unlock Your Child’s Full Potential' we uncover the secrets to nurturing a healthy parent-child relationship. Our guest is Sue Donnellan, a seasoned Parenting Specialist with 20+ years of experience, a mom…

Feb. 21, 2024

Overcoming Common Setbacks to Foster Emotional Intelligence in Your Children with Stephanie Pinto #51

Welcome to Season 2 of Unlock your Child’s Full Potential! In our kickoff episode, I’m joined by Stephanie Pinto, an emotional intelligence coach and author of "From Chaos to Connection." Together, we tackle essential conce…

Feb. 19, 2024

Welcome to Season 2! Let's focus on the parent-child relationship

Welcome to Season Two of the "Unlock Your Child’s Full Potential" podcast, where we dive deep into practical ideas to help parents nurture the best in their children. I kicked off this podcast with a mission to spotlight the…

Feb. 14, 2024

My Top Picks: Essential Parenting Tools and Principles from 50 Episodes

Celebrating our 50th episode of "Unlock Your Child's Full Potential" with a special Valentine's Day treat! Join me as I share a love letter to our incredible listeners, featuring insights from the past year's conversations w…

Feb. 7, 2024

49: Sex Ed Made Easy: A Script for Natural Parenting Conversations with Amy Lang

Dive into a candid and enlightening conversation with Amy Lang, the go-to expert for navigating the tricky terrain of sex education with your kids. In this episode, we address the crucial topic many parents shy away from. Di…

Jan. 31, 2024

48: Why Business is the Perfect Playground for Teaching Life Skills to Kids with John Foster

In this episode of "Unlock Your Child's Full Potential," we delve into the realm of childhood education through the lens of business. We are joined by John Foster, an executive, angel investor, and expert in the field of bus…

Jan. 24, 2024

47: How to Lay the Foundation for Your Child's Financial Success with Rella B

Today, we're diving into a topic that hits close to home for every parent – laying the foundation for your child's financial success. Now, who hasn't wondered about the best way to introduce the concept of money to our kids?…

Jan. 17, 2024

46: Fit for Life: How to Cultivate Lifelong Exercise Habits in Kids with Cathlene Miner

In this episode, Cathlene Miner shares her journey as a mother of four and a personal trainer, emphasizing the importance of routine and habits for children's well-being. She explores the role of sports and exercise in foste…

Jan. 10, 2024

45: How Systems and Routines Transform Everyday Chaos into Joyful Living with Laura Hernandez, mama of 10

In this episode, we unravel the transformative power of systems and routines with the incredible Laura Hernandez, a mom of ten who cracked the code to a peaceful home. Discover how she customized systems to fit her unique fa…

Jan. 3, 2024

44: 8 Tips to Ensure Your Kids Set and Crush Goals While Having Fun

Happy New Year, guys! Have you set your goals for 2024 yet? Maybe most of you have at least thought about what your priorities will be this year. But maybe you haven’t thought about helping your child set their goals. So to…

Dec. 27, 2023

43: What intentional parenting looks like in my home - Billy and Jill Sutton

I've got a special treat for you today. Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to hang out with the fantastic Jill Sutton on her show, "Living Her Legacy." We went deep into the world of parenting, and I'm stoked to shar…

Dec. 20, 2023

42: Holiday Chaos to Family Bliss: Simplifying Parenting Through Minimalism with Alyssa Wolff

Join me in this episode as we navigate the holiday chaos and explore practical ways to declutter our homes and help our kids embrace a life with fewer possessions. In the midst of the crazy holiday preparations, we delve int…

Dec. 13, 2023

41: Unlock Your Child’s Love for Reading: Transform Your Holiday with a Trip to the Bookstore - Tonya Ellis

In this episode, we tackle a common concern: how to ignite a passion for reading in our kids. Joining me is the talented Tonya Ellis, a mom of three, writer, speaker, and diversity advocate, renowned for crafting the Sophie …

Dec. 6, 2023

40: 3 Strategies to Become the Trusted Adult Your Child Needs When Navigating Adversity - Eric Daddario

Dive into today’s transformative episode as Eric Daddario, a youth mental health speaker, shares crucial insights on navigating your child through adversity. Fueled by personal tragedy, Eric's mission is to guide parents in…