BratBusters Parenting Podcast

How to Stop Being a Pleaser Parent

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#148 In this episode, Lisa discusses pleaser parenting. She covers why she thinks parents gravitate towards this style of parenting, having fair and reasonable boundaries as a parent, and her overall take on this method.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, discussing how to approach little cuts and scrapes with a 3-year-old, the best way to handle 4-year-old outbursts when things don’t go their way, what resources are available to help parents develop Calm Leadership, how to effectively give choices to a 3-year-old, and how to respond when a 20-month-old tantrums because their parent won’t read a book.

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The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

The Mistake Parents Make When Siblings Fight

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#147 In this episode, Lisa discusses raising siblings. She covers age gaps between kids, how your love grows when you have another kid, introducing a newborn to their sibling, the mistake parents make when siblings are fighting, and the impact of favouring one kid over another.

Lastly, Lisa addresses four listener questions, providing strategies for what to do when a 2-year-old and 3-year-old are screaming at the same time, how to handle a 4-year-old who doesn’t want to play with their sibling, the best way to respond when a toddler is being aggressive toward a new sibling, and how to manage a 3-year-old who is growling at their younger sibling.

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How to Raise Resilient Kids (Not Entitled Snowflakes)

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#146 In this episode, Lisa discusses raising entitled kids. She covers what she believes is the most important part of calm leadership parenting, the pleaser parenting style, rewarding good behaviour, participation awards and praising too much, avoiding scenes and tantrums, giving in to demands from kids, trying to make everything fun for kids, not enforcing chores, her thoughts on part-time jobs for teenagers, negotiating too much with kids, the impact a lack of consequences may have, spoiling kids with too much stuff, and how she would approach it when kids claim they are bored.

Lastly, Lisa addresses four listener questions, discussing how to handle a toddler who demands praise over everything, the best approach when a toddler yells and has become demanding, the practical steps for implementing a toy rotation system, and how to navigate troubles when a 4-year-old wants to play together.

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Stop Feeding Tantrums & Outbursts

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#145 In this episode, Lisa discusses tantrums. She covers embracing tantrums, the difference between her approach when it comes to tantrums over wants compared to needs, her thoughts on ignoring tantrums, whether or not she believes all kids have tantrums, when tantrums often end, the importance of connection after the tantrum, looking calm during tantrums, how she acts during discipline, and what the BratBusters Behaviour Board is.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, discussing whether you can use the BratBusters Behaviour Board for tantrums, how to handle an 8-year-old having outbursts at school, the best way to manage toddler tantrums caused by skipping naps, how to respond when a 3-year-old tantrums because a younger sibling interrupts play, and how to navigate toddler tantrums when a child is sick.

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Parenting Boundaries: Stop The Guilt Today

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#144 In this episode, Lisa discusses guilt around holding boundaries as a parent. She covers the difference between pleaser parenting and authority-style parenting in comparison to calm leadership, how to be taken seriously as a parent, her demeanor during discipline, why parents should have boundaries for their children, why discipline is kindness, what age she would begin having boundaries for kids, and the importance of fun as a parent.

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, exploring how to choose effective consequences for kids, the best way to handle a 3-year-old testing boundaries, how to respond when a toddler becomes demanding, strategies for when a 19-month-old resists face washing or teeth brushing, tips for getting a 3-year-old to follow instructions, whether it is appropriate to use chores as consequences, and how to determine what qualifies as bad behavior from a 3-year-old.

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Should You Ignore Disrespect From Kids?

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#143 In this episode, Lisa discusses rude behaviour and disrespect from your kids. She covers back talk, attitude, mean comments, interrupting, and bossiness from kids, along with sharing her top five tips for parenting teenagers and the difference between authority style parenting and calm leadership.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, exploring how to handle attitude from a 3-year-old, how to manage rudeness from teenagers, what to do when a toddler is constantly interrupting parents, the best way to respond to rude remarks when out in public, how to navigate a strong-willed 7-year-old being bossy during playtime, and how to address a 4-year-old who says mean comments when they are upset.

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Why Consequences Don't Need To Be Logical

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#142 In this episode, Lisa discusses consequences and whether or not she believes they need to be logical to be effective. Throughout she covers what age she begins consequences, how she approaches discipline differently for toddlers compared to kids, what she believes is important for consequences to work, her stance on using chores as consequences, her thoughts on using physical activity as a consequence, her approach to siblings not getting along, and what she believes is the most important part of calm leadership parenting.

Lastly, Lisa addresses ten listener questions, exploring how to respond when a 7-year-old goes to mom when his brother bothers him, how to manage consequences in the car or in public, strategies for handling a 7-year-old lying, and ways to stop siblings from constantly arguing. She then discusses how to address bad behavior from other kids, what to do when kids don't seem to mind doing their consequence, how to manage a 3-year-old who is territorial over toys, tips for getting a toddler to clean up after herself, choosing a consequence for a 3-year-old who hurts their younger sibling, and how to select consequences for an 8-year-old who refuses to do their chores.

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Kids Hitting (Why Gentle Hands Often Fails)

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#141 In this episode, Lisa discusses kids hitting others. She covers whether your reaction matters, what she believes causes kids to hit, what age she sees kids start to hit, her thoughts on gentle hands, how she approaches toddlers hitting others and how she approaches kids hitting others.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, exploring how to manage a 5-year-old and 6-year-old fighting, what to do when a toddler screams and hits because something doesn’t go his way, how to handle a 4-year-old hitting others, the best way to respond to a strong-willed 3-year-old acting out, and how to navigate sibling rivalry between an 8-year-old and 10-year-old.

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Toddlers Biting Siblings, Hitting, Tantrums & More (Q&A)

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#140 In this episode, Lisa discusses parenting a toddler. She covers her approach using consistent corrective actions, expectations of toddlers, and why toddlers seem to test boundaries.

Lastly, Lisa addresses ten listener questions focused on toddler dynamics and behavioral boundaries, specifically discussing how to handle hitting, biting, and toy-snatching between siblings, managing resistance and screaming during bedtime and bathtime, helping an 18-month-old cope with parents traveling, navigating the influence of cousins or playmates who exhibit bad behavior, tantrums, and implementing consistent corrective actions.

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Does Your Anger Fuel Your Kid’s Behaviour?

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#139 In this episode, Lisa discusses the topic of feeling angry as a parent. She covers when parenting isn’t what you had expected it to be, how small parenting wins can help build momentum, and the importance of connecting with your kids as a calm leader.

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, covering the effectiveness of the naughty step for a toddler, managing a 3-year-old bullying their sibling, handling escalating tantrums in a 5-year-old after transitioning to calm leadership, reacting appropriately to dangerous behaviors, navigating the influence of extended family like cousins, managing differing parenting styles within a household, and strategies for surviving challenging car trips with multiple children.

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Staying Calm When Your Kid Loses Control

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#138 In this episode, Lisa discusses the topic of parenting kids with big feelings and emotions. She covers her top three calm leadership qualities, staying calm during the parenting storms, and the variety of parenting methods out there.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions focused on emotional regulation and boundaries, specifically exploring how to approach heightened emotions in a 4-year-old, managing big tantrums when things don’t go a child's way, the best way to connect with an 18-month-old after a tantrum, what to do when a toddler is rejecting a parent, handling 17-month-old mealtimes meltdowns, and the impact of going back on your word after telling a toddler no.

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How to Stop Kids Screaming (Without Yelling Back)

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#137 In this episode, Lisa discusses the topic of kids screaming. She covers different types of screaming from kids, why she believes kids scream, how she approaches screaming from kids, her thoughts on parents yelling, and the idea that parents want to ensure their kids don’t feel alone in their feelings.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions centered on loud vocal outbursts and physical resistance, specifically discussing a 34-month-old screaming at the top of her lungs, a 4-year-old kicking and screaming at home since starting school, managing a toddler who screams during baths, a 26-month-old running through the house screaming, and how to handle a 4-year-old having loud tantrums multiple times per week.

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What Can You Control? Nature Versus Nurture

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#136 In this episode, Lisa discusses the topic of nature versus nurture when it comes to parenting. She covers her thoughts on when a parenting approach stops working when parents have multiple children with different personalities, the fork in the road at three, what she believes parents can control, traits that she believes are more set by nature, working with the strengths of your child, reframing the view of strong-willed kids, and the idea that you don’t know what others are going through behind closed doors.

Lastly, Lisa addresses nine listener questions, exploring her perspective on nature versus nurture, how to approach a strong-willed 6-year-old, managing a 19-month-old who screams or an 11-month-old who gets angry quickly, handling an 8-year-old who gets upset when things don’t go their way, responding to tantrums, stubbornness, and attention-seeking behavior from a 4-year-old, dealing with a 15-month-old pushing other kids at daycare, and navigating the stage where a toddler is testing boundaries.

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The Real Reason Discipline Might Not Be Working

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#135 In this episode, Lisa discusses reasons why she sees discipline not working. Throughout the podcast she talks about the importance of consistency, why connecting with your kids is vital, focusing on actions over words, why she doesn’t recommend discussing bad behaviour with kids, the impact of showing frustration towards your kids, different parenting styles, the task of becoming a calm leader, and her thoughts about parents trying to get their kids to obey them.

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, covering how to stay consistent as a parent after being too permissive, managing bedtime battles with a 6-year-old, determining the right response when a 10-year-old throws a rock through a window, handling a 4-year-old's tantrums across both daycare and home settings, navigating a 3-year-old's constant desire to play, whether interrupting is an appropriate rule for the behavior board, and how to effectively manage consequences when outside the home.

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Why Your Kids Ignore You & Reclaiming Your Calm Leadership

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#134 In this episode, Lisa discusses her opinions on kids not listening. Throughout the chat she covers why kids don’t listen, parents feeling like they need to repeat themselves, getting toddlers to listen, whether or not listening can go on the BratBusters Behaviour Board, how Lisa approaches kids ignoring their parents, when parents switch up their parenting methods, and her top five tips for parenting teenagers.

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, covering a 14-year-old not listening, the frustration of constantly reminding kids to put shoes and coats away, how to get an almost 3-year-old to listen, strategies for stopping a 22-month-old from climbing stairs, handling a toddler who constantly says no, addressing a 6-year-old not listening at school, and how to respond to a 3-year-old giving the silent treatment.

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Can You Avoid Raising Entitled Kids (Steps You Can Take)

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#133 In this episode, Lisa discusses her opinions on raising entitled children. She covers why parents raise entitled kids, trying to buy love, wanting to raise appreciative kids, setting up a toy rotation system, the importance of giving kids responsibility, and her top five tips for parenting teenagers.

Lastly, Lisa addresses eight listener questions, covering how to gain respect from a 5-year-old, handling a 23-month-old who screams when told no, connecting with a 15-year-old, managing toddler needs versus wants, responding to a 3-year-old hitting over denied treats, dealing with an 8-year-old’s manipulation, how to be honest with kids without hurting their feelings, and when it is appropriate to make exceptions as a parent.

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How You Trained Your Child To Whine

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#132 In this episode, Lisa discusses kids whining. She discusses her approach to whining from both toddlers and kids, why kids whine, whether or not whining can go on the BratBusters Behaviour Board, and bringing humour into your parenting.

Lastly, Lisa addresses nine listener questions, covering topics such as whining due to frustration or during morning routines, managing split custody with a 5-year-old showing attitude, handling tantrums from 3-year-old twins at mealtime, a 3-year-old’s reluctance to play near a sibling, whether to hug a child after a tantrum, how many rules to include on the behavior board, a 15-month-old's refusal to share, and a 20-month-old who hates car rides.

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Gaining Back Your Kid's Respect (The Missing Link)

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#131 In this episode, Lisa discusses her take on getting back respect as a parent. She covers her thoughts on giving respect to get it, addressing attitude, and the difference between common parenting styles.

Lastly, Lisa addresses eight listener questions, covering how to gain back respect from a toddler, managing a 27-month-old who screams around a younger sibling, a 6-year-old acting out, handling 4-year-old tantrums at night, responding to attitude from a 6-year-old, navigating different parenting approaches between partners, what to do when a 6-year-old won’t leave for school, and managing a 4-year-old’s jealousy of a younger sibling.

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Frustrated By Your Kids' Behaviour (Turning Things Around)

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0800

#130 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on feeling frustrated by your kids’ behaviour. She covers repeating yourself as a parent, the lack of support systems nowadays, the overwhelming amount of parenting information, and expectations around parenting.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering how to handle a short attention span in a 3-year-old, the best way to approach lying, managing sibling arguments and micromanagement, tips for introducing the podcast to a friend, dealing with a 3-year-old acting out, and how to respond when a 4-year-old calls their parents stupid.

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Reasoning With Your Toddler is Pointless: Unpopular Parenting Opinions For 16-35 Months

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#129 In this episode, Lisa discusses her opinions around parenting toddlers. She covers her approach to toddler tantrums, actions over discussions, what age she considers toddlers to be, why she believes parents discuss bad behaviour with their toddlers, what consistent corrective actions are, parents feeling like their toddlers are in control, childproofing the home, and toddlers running away in public.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering a 2-year-old copying behavior from a 3-year-old, a toddler running to mom for comfort during a tantrum, a 22-month-old who has started hitting during diaper changes and teeth brushing, whether it is possible to play too much with your kids, a 20-month-old hitting since starting kindergarten, and advice on the right age to encourage toddlers to dress independently.

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Don't Discipline Attitude: Unpopular Parenting Opinions For Ages 3-12

Thu, 25 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#128 In this episode, Lisa discusses her opinions around parenting kids ages 3-12. She covers why she approaches parenting similar for this age group, not paying kids for chores, not addressing attitude from kids, playing with kids in their worlds and being friends with your kids.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, covering a 4-year-old who doesn't want to take a family photo, strategies for getting kids to play well with each other, a 3-year-old copying behavior from younger siblings, a 4-year-old who wants to do everything on their own, and advice for a child getting upset when they lose or aren't chosen during soccer.

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Reward Charts Send the Wrong Message: Unpopular Parenting Opinions About Discipline

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#127 In this episode, Lisa discusses discipline methods. She shares her thoughts on discipline for toddlers and kids, whether or not discipline is kindness, timeouts, reward charts, countdown method, the importance of connection, and discussing bad behaviour with kids.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, covering a 4-year-old who is not listening and does the opposite of what is asked, strategies for getting a spouse on the same parenting page, effective consequence ideas for a 4-year-old, how to handle a 6-year-old who refuses to do chores, and advice on managing behavior that isn't necessarily "bad".

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Too Late to Fix Your Parenting? (Changing Your Ways)

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#126 In this episode, Lisa discusses fixing your parenting methods. Throughout the chat she covers the difference between pleaser and authority styles of parenting, why she believes it’s important to look at yourself regarding kids behaviour, and why parenting is sometimes a one way street.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, covering a 5-year-old getting upset when things don't go to plan, whether kids get mad at parents for yelling, how to correct a child's sense of entitlement, getting kids to listen to you again, and advice for co-parenting a toddler.

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The Difference Between Tantrums & Bad Behaviour: How to React in the Moment

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#125 In this episode, Lisa discusses why she believes tantrums are not bad behaviour. She covers her approach to tantrums, public tantrums, whether or not she believes all kids have tantrums, when she thinks tantrums stop, whether or not parents can avoid tantrums, the fact that tantrums are overwhelming for parents, and the importance of connecting with kids after the tantrum.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions focused on managing and preventing tantrums, specifically covering how to approach tantrums with a sensitive 5-year-old, dealing with 3-year-old tantrums before kindergarten or while getting ready for school, strategies for getting a toddler to follow directions without a fit, methods to prevent future tantrums with a 4-year-old, and handling a 3-year-old throwing a fit before a meal.

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Blaming Kids For Defiance & Acting Out?

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#124 In this episode, Lisa discusses blaming kids for bad behaviour. She covers whether she believes parents should be blaming their kids for bad behaviour, going through the motions when playing with your kids, her thoughts on using threats, and more.

Lastly, Lisa addresses eight listener questions, covering a 5-year-old acting out since starting kindergarten, dealing with four kids acting out as a single parent, a 9-year-old not listening, a 3-year-old saying no to everything, a 7-year-old exhibiting new behavior due to bad influences, the issue of young kids lying, strategies for addressing behavior at the dinner table, and a 6-year-old lashing out at a younger sibling.

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It's Not the Discipline That Makes Kids Good (It's This Instead)

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#123 In this episode, Lisa discusses what she believes creates good behaviour from kids. She covers topics including why parents focus on discipline, parents blaming kids for their bad behaviour, why Lisa created the BratBusters Behaviour Board, the importance of connection, and why she believes in teaching your kids it’s okay to fail.

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, covering how much playtime is appropriate with kids, whether to discipline children at other people's houses, a 5-year-old who is well-behaved at school but defiant at home, a 3-year-old acting out at school, what to do when you can't impose a consequence in the moment, a 5-year-old hitting and saying not-nice things to their parent, and strategies for making kids feel good about themselves.

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Overwhelmed and Yelling as a Parent: How to Move Forward

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#122 In this episode, Lisa discusses feeling out of control as a parent. She shares her thoughts on parents feeling overwhelmed by the amount of parenting methods out there, the habit of yelling, making amends after you have yelled as a parent, the guilt around yelling, feeling lost as a parent, her top five tips for parenting teenagers, and why parenting is unlike any other relationship.

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, covering how to build trust with your kids after getting frustrated with them, how long it takes to see changes after adjusting parenting methods for a 3-year-old, when to implement a second consequence when a 4-year-old is hitting others, becoming a calmer parent for a 7-year-old, a 7-year-old who gets angry easily, what to do when kids won't listen, and emotional regulation for an 11-year-old.

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Decoding Your Toddlers: Aggressive Behaviour, Bossiness, Clinginess & More!

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#121 In this episode, Lisa discusses parenting toddlers. She covers her top five tips for parenting toddlers, feeling lost as a parent, why she thinks kids like heightened emotions, whether getting respect from your kids is easy, and what she believes parents should focus on.

Lastly, Lisa addresses eleven listener questions, covering a 17-month-old who runs away laughing when corrected, a toddler who prefers their dad for bath and bedtime, a 28-month-old who pinches, scratches, or bites younger children, a 19-month-old's mealtime tantrums, toddler whining, the difference between a toddler controlling the fun versus being bossy, a toddler who constantly wants hugs, general toddler tantrums, an 18-month-old who hits parents, toddlers having tantrums at night, and how to approach a toddler who is suddenly being clingy.

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Raising Confident Problem Solvers as a Calm Parenting Leader

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#120 Welcome to the final episode of the seven part Calm Leadership Parenting Series. In this episode, Lisa discusses what she believes the payoff of calm leadership parenting is including laying the foundation for calm leadership parenting, raising problem solvers, tips for parenting teenagers, not showing judgement when your teenager makes a mistake, and part-time jobs for teenagers.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering how to move forward after making parenting mistakes, strategies for getting kids to listen and not fight in the car, raising a child who is polite but not a pushover, managing meltdowns caused by a 5-year-old's perfectionism, what to do when kids won't fess up to making a mess, and how to effectively incorporate play and fun as a calm leader.

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3-Year-Old Transition & Height of Calm Leadership Parenting Power

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#119 Welcome to part six of the seven part Calm Leadership Parenting Series. In this episode, Lisa discusses parenting kids ages 3-12 covering topics including the BratBusters Behaviour Board, consequences for parents, the importance of connecting with your kids, the fork in the road at thee, and wanting to tackle everything on day one of calm leadership.

Lastly, Lisa addresses nine listener questions, covering how to stop using tablets for kids around dinner, a 5-year-old who whines and cries when told "no," what to do with behaviors that aren't on the BratBusters Behaviour Board, a 3-year-old who bosses around friends at daycare, strategies for morning routines with a 3-year-old, a 6-year-old who gets upset when he doesn't get his way, a 3-year-old who cries during preschool drop-off, appropriate consequences when out in public, and tips for staying consistent as a calm leader.

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Toddler Parenting Guide (Moving Past the Overwhelm)

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#118 Welcome to part five of the seven part Calm Leadership Parenting Series. In this episode, Lisa discusses parenting toddlers where she covers her top five tips for parenting toddlers, saying no to your toddler, feeling overwhelmed as a toddler parent, preparing a toddler for a new baby, her approach to grandparenting, and her main focus as a calm leader.

Lastly, Lisa addresses eight listener questions, covering a toddler who is constantly saying no to everything, a 29-month-old starting hitting and pushing other children, a 17-month-old screaming for attention or when challenged, when the reason for toddler hitting isn't clear, a toddler attempting to hurt a new sibling, what to do when other kids grab toys from a timid 18-month-old, a toddler hitting food and drink away, and the concept of making compromises with a toddler.

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Handling the Parenting Chaos: Tantrums, Whining & More!

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#117 Welcome to part four of the seven part Calm Leadership Parenting Series. In this episode, Lisa discusses handling the chaos as a parent, how she approaches tantrums, the difference between tantrums about needs compared to tantrums about wants, whether or not all kids have tantrums, public tantrums, how she approaches whining, and her view on kids who are more defiant.

Lastly, Lisa addresses eight listener questions, covering how to definitively know when your kid is having a tantrum, navigating tantrums when a husband handles them differently, managing tantrums that occur around bedtime, whether to pick up a toddler during a tantrum, strategies for approaching toddler tantrums when they're interrupting the household, how to handle 13-month-old tantrums, when and how to discuss emotions with kids, and the best way to address attitude and yelling.

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Discipline Basics & Staying Calm During the Storms

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#116 Welcome to part three of the seven part Calm Leadership Parenting Series. In this episode, Lisa discusses how discipline looks as a calm leader depending on the age of your kids, staying calm during the storms, discussing bad behaviour with kids, her thoughts on warnings, timeouts, the countdown method, yelling, and threats, consequence ideas, the importance of connection, and having fun and being goofy as a parent.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering a 4-year-old breaking multiple rules, a 4-year-old hitting others, an 11-year-old who won't complete their consequence, a toddler hitting their older sibling, how to manage a media blackout when you have multiple kids, and toddlers who won't share.

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Why Connection & Fun With Your Kids Is So Important

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#115 Welcome to part two of the seven part Calm Leadership Parenting Series. In this episode, Lisa discusses the importance of connecting with your kids in their world as a parent. She covers topics including why she believes connection is important, how connection looks throughout different ages, approaching connection and play when you’re not naturally goofy, balancing connecting and working full-time, grandparents giving unsolicited advice, whether or not connecting with your kids more often makes it easier when you need to stop the fun or leave a fun place, kids reactions to heightened emotions, what connecting with your kids in their world looks like, and connecting during mundane tasks.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering a 3-year-old throwing things at their parent, kids throwing tantrums in the middle of dinner or when leaving the house, toddlers' behavior being impacted by extended family, children not wanting to leave the park, a toddler telling their mom to go away when around other people, and how to approach situations when other kids who aren't your own break a rule at your house.

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Foundations & Core Concepts of Calm Leadership Parenting

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#114 Welcome to part one of the seven part Calm Leadership Parenting Series. In this episode, Lisa discusses what she considers to be the foundations and core concepts of calm leadership, the pool story, the difference between the authority, pleaser, and calm leader parenting styles, why some parents feel like they want to raise their kids differently from how they were raised, why the goal of calm leadership isn’t blind obedience, and what qualities she sees in parents who are calm leaders.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, covering whether to reward a 7-year-old for good behavior at piano lessons, specific examples for the BratBusters Behaviour Board for a 9-year-old, how to approach behaviors that aren't on the board, dealing with a 34-month-old's aggressive behavior at daycare, and the feeling of constantly handing out consequences to your kids.

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Stop With the Constant Reminders as a Parent (Breaking the Micromanaging Cycle)

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#113 In this episode, Lisa discusses how to stop micromanaging as a parent. She touches on topics such as how she would approach the situation when your kids aren’t listening to you, her thoughts on the word obedient, the temptation to micromanage and nag as a parent, and what calm leadership parenting is all about.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, covering a 4-year-old jumping too close to a new baby, a 3-year-old struggling with the morning routine, a 3-year-old testing boundaries, a 3-year-old who won't listen and sit at the table for dinner, and strategies for getting kids to listen the first time.

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The Big Parenting Shift When Your Kids Turn Three

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#112 In this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on the fork in the road when kids turn three. Throughout the conversation she covers topics like preparing for this stage in the toddler years, the difference between discipline for toddlers and discipline for kids, the fact that parenting can be hard, and the importance of connection with calm leadership.

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, covering a 3-year-old hitting their 2-year-old sister, a 3-year-old interrupting conversations, defiant behavior and screaming from a 3-year-old, the struggle of losing your cool as a parent, maintaining structure while homeschooling, a toddler pushing other kids at daycare, and a 3-year-old who is constantly whining.

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Dealing With a Velcro Kid: How to Make Them More Independent

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#111 In this episode, Lisa discusses velcro kids. She talks about when parents are flattered by their velcro kids, toddlers not letting their parents do things, the importance of being present during playtime, and the power of a whisper as a parent.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering a 5-year-old who is needy and dependent, a 25-month-old who won't let their dad hold the new baby, a toddler who prefers their dad, how to balance the demands of kids with household chores, transitioning from the baby to the toddler stage, and a toddler who will only fall asleep when their mom is present.

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Did Your Kid Really Just Say That? How to React When They Say Mean or Embarrassing Things

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#110 In this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on kids saying hurtful or embarrassing things.Throughout the episode she discusses how she would approach swearing, discipline for toddlers, and discipline for kids.

Lastly, Lisa addresses eight listener questions, covering how to handle a 4-year-old who won't stop talking, a toddler who says he wants to hit others, a toddler who yells "go away" at his parents, a 5-year-old who calls his parents "stupid," a 5-year-old who invades the space of others, how to handle sassiness from a 5-year-old, a toddler who gets upset when others take their toys, and a 3-year-old who screams "mom is stupid" in public.

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Balancing Kindness and Discipline: Why Holding Boundaries is Good For Your Kids

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#109 In this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on why she believes discipline is kindness. She covers topics including how she approaches discipline, giving respect to get it with calm leadership parenting, raising confident problem-solvers, getting a toddler to do what they need to do, and teaching kids to share.

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, covering defiant and violent behavior from a 3-year-old since starting nursery, how to avoid micromanaging your kids, a 12-year-old antagonizing and name-calling their younger sibling, how to build up your 4-year-old instead of snapping, kids being rude to each other, a consequence idea for a 3-year-old, and what causes kids to become a bully.

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Do Your Kids Make You Feel Angry? Not Listening, Siblings Fighting & More

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#108 In this episode, Lisa discusses feeling angry as a parent. She covers topics including is it normal to feel anger as a parent, moving past parenting guilt, and steps she may take if feeling frustrated as a parent.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, covering a 3-year-old who is constantly throwing fits, getting angry while giving a consequence, a 3-year-old who isn't listening, alternatives to a media blackout, and siblings who are constantly bickering.

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Are Some Kids More Defiant Than Others? Approaches For Strong-Willed Kids

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#107 In this episode, Lisa is discussing defiance in kids. She touches on topics like kids arguing with their parents, the negative connotation associated with defiant kids, and her top three calm leadership qualities.

Lastly, Lisa addresses eight listener questions, covering an 8-year-old's reluctance to get dressed for school, a 4-year-old pushing boundaries, a 3-year-old acting out at preschool, a strong-willed 7-year-old acting out, a 7-year-old who tries to control other kids, a 4-year-old who doesn't care about consequences, and aggressive behavior and acting out physically from 4-year-olds.

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Overwhelmed By Your Toddler? Tantrums, Biting, Screaming & More!

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#106 In this episode, Lisa is discussing feeling overwhelmed by your toddler. She shares the difference between parenting toddlers compared to kids, the discovery phase, discipline for toddlers, her top five tips for parenting toddlers, and toddler tantrums.

Lastly, Lisa addresses eleven listener questions, covering a toddler twin who is clingy, a 2-year-old who prefers their mom, toddler tantrums since a newborn arrived, a 20-month-old who is screaming, how to handle disagreements with grandparents and daycare on toddler behavior, a toddler's high-pitched screaming, a 20-month-old who only wants their dad to do things with them, a 30-month-old turning out bathroom lights, a toddler who whines until they are picked up, when to start calm leadership parenting with a toddler, and how to stop a toddler from biting.

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The Message Rewarding Good Behaviour Sends to Your Kids

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#105 In this episode, Lisa discusses what she believes the message rewarding good behaviour sends to your kids. Throughout the chat she talks about the difference between reward charts compared to the BratBusters Behaviour Board and shares a personal story of her son as a toddler.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering whether to reward or praise a 7-year-old for good behavior, a 3-year-old pushing their younger sibling, appropriate consequences for a 3-year-old, when to start the BratBusters Behaviour Board, whether to give a consequence if a child apologizes for a mistake, and a toddler who is throwing wood chips.

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Approaching Big Emotions & Feelings From Your Kids

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#104 In this episode, Lisa discusses approaching big emotions and feelings from your kids. Throughout the chat, she shares her thoughts on if some kids are more emotional than others, wanting to raise kids who become emotionally stable adults, discussing bad behaviour with kids, and feeling overwhelmed by big emotions from your kids.

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, covering how to approach a 5-year-old who gets very emotional, a 3-year-old's attitude since a newborn arrived, a child who talks and screams loudly when overexcited, a 5-year-old who screams loudly on purpose, a 3-year-old who gets emotional when he can't do something, a 3-year-old who gets grumpy with their mom, and a 4-year-old who screams and whines when she doesn't get what she wants.

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Are You Always Repeating Yourself as a Parent? Getting Kids to Listen

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#103 In this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on repeating yourself as a parent. She covers three general scenarios that parents may face when it comes to kids listening including getting a 6-year-old ready for school, trying to get a 4-year-old to the dinner table, and telling a 10-year-old to do their homework.

Lastly, Lisa addresses four listener questions, covering how to be a calm leader when you are a parent of three young children, a 3-year-old running ahead in public, a child who repeatedly asks questions, and how to help a toddler listen.

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Can I Stop My Toddler From Hitting Me? Aggressive Behaviour at Home & in Public Places

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#102 In this episode, Lisa discusses the topic of toddlers who hit others. Throughout the episode she shares her thoughts on consistent corrective actions, teaching a toddler kind gentle hands, and feeling embarrassed by your toddler hitting others.

Lastly, Lisa addresses eight listener questions, covering a 19-month-old who hits in the face, 13-month-old twins biting each other and their parents, a toddler biting their younger sibling's fingers, a toddler knocking over and hitting other kids at the playground, a toddler who hits at bedtime and thinks it's funny, a 2-year-old who gets riled up when around cousins, a toddler who hits others at daycare, and a toddler being aggressive next to their baby sibling.

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Embarrassed By Your Kids' Behaviour at School? Not Listening, Hitting, Biting & More

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#101 In this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on feeling embarrassed by your kids’ behaviour at school. She discusses whether she sees kids’ behaviour being worse at school compared to home, the structure of school for kids, parents putting too much pressure on their kids, not wanting to disappoint your kids, and parents getting defensive about their kids’ behaviour.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions covering various school-related challenges, including a 5-year-old acting out at kindergarten, getting a daughter to do good quality homework, a 5-year-old not listening in class, a toddler biting at school, and a toddler acting like they are the boss of their class.

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Feeling Disrespected By Your Kids? Becoming a Calm Parenting Leader

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#100 In this episode, Lisa is covering her perspective on what calm leadership parenting is. To kick off the podcast she shares the pool story, which is an example of what calm leadership means to her. From there she talks about the importance of building up your kids’ self-esteem, correcting bad behaviour in toddlers compared to kids, the importance of connecting with your kids, and why you need to give respect to get it.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering how to parent a strong-willed 7-year-old after being a "pleasing parent," getting an 11-year-old to find her motivation, what to do when a 5-year-old says they hate you when they are angry, managing attitude from a 3-year-old, how much playtime is needed as a parent of a 5-year-old, and how to tell if you're a leader as a toddler parent.

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Choosing the Right Consequences For Your Family (Without Using Timeout)

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#099 In this episode Lisa discusses consequences. She starts by outlining the BratBusters Behaviour Board including what can and can’t be included on this in her opinion. From there, she outlines five different scenarios which include kids refusing to brush their teeth, toddler tantrums when getting into a car seat, a 4-year-old throwing toys at their friend, a 5-year-old interrupting adults repeatedly, and a 7-year-old lying about doing their chores. In addition, she shares her thoughts on natural consequences, raising kids who aren’t entitled, and parenting without punishments or consequences.

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, covering an 8-year-old who is not patient, what consequences to use when bad behavior is repeated throughout the day, how many times to repeat rules for kids, a 3-year-old acting out when their dad is traveling, a strong-willed 6-year-old getting ready for school, a 3-year-old recently saying "no" and having tantrums, and siblings fighting.

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Raising Confident Kids (Even if They’re Naturally Shy)

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#098 In this episode Lisa shares her thoughts on raising confident kids. Throughout the discussion, she talks about the difference between self-esteem and confidence, how she would approach it if you have a shy kid, the idea of kids learning confidence by example, how she suggests shy parents approach raising confident kids, and teaching your kids a growth mindset.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering a 3-year-old who is shy around new people and places, a toddler who is clingy with their mom, a 3-year-old who whines and clings to their mom when others are around, a 3-year-old who is very shy and doesn't share, raising self-driven independent thinkers, and codependency in 6-year-old twins.

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Are You Afraid of Tantrums?

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#097 In this episode Lisa discusses the topic of tantrums. The conversation includes if all kids have tantrums, do tantrums occur because kids feel safe to express themselves, does Lisa consider a tantrum to be bad behaviour, is the approach different for older kids, the difference between tantrums over wants compared to needs, Lisa’s approach to tantrums, parents’ behaviour changing due to tantrums, and navigating your own emotions during a tantrum.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering a toddler's tantrums when you aren't playing with them, a toddler throwing a tantrum when not allowed to run away in public, a toddler who prefers dad over mom, a toddler having a tantrum when their instructions aren't followed, a 4-year-old who dislikes leaving places due to a fear of missing out, and a 4-year-old whose meltdowns include kicking and hitting.

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How to Show Vulnerability as a Parent

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#096 In this episode Lisa discusses showing vulnerability as a parent, the importance of showing your kids you’re not perfect, crying in front of your kids, and setting realistic expectations of life.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, covering how calm leadership looked in her home, an 8-year-old who struggles to sit still at school, an 11-year-old seeing their mom and stepdad separate and then get back together, a 13-year-old who is not motivated, and a child who is almost 12 who wants a phone because their friends have them.

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Bedtime Battles: Kids Won’t Stay in Bed, Routines, Monster Checks & More

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#095 In this episode Lisa chats about bedtime battles by starting off the episode with her social media video on a 4-year-old who won’t stay in bed. Throughout the discussion she covers what she believes is a bedtime battle, bedtime routines, what she would do if the child is scared at bedtime, bedtime battles ending naturally, why bedtime can be so challenging, and the importance of meeting kids’ needs and managing their wants. Near the end of the episode Lisa and Amy also share a personal story of Amy falling out of bed.

Lastly, Lisa addresses four listener questions, covering a toddler who won't stay in bed, a toddler who calls out for mom and dad after bedtime, a 3- and 4-year-old who keep getting out of bed, and a 4-year-old who wants a snack in the middle of the night.

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Are Your Kids Controlling the Household? Why Your Reactions Matter

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#094 In this episode Lisa discusses the importance of controlling the energy of the house and seeing things in a positive and cheery light as a parent. Throughout the discussion she also shares personal experiences with her mom and her own kids on this topic and why she believes calm leadership parenting is different from the authority style.

In this episode, Lisa addresses four listener questions, covering a 7-year-old who bosses around their younger sibling, children who constantly ask "why," parental preference for everyday tasks, and a 4-year-old who hates losing games.

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Fear-Based Parenting Methods That Backfire

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#093 In this episode Lisa discusses fear-based parenting methods that she believes will backfire down the road. During the first portion of the discussion, Lisa shares her thoughts around warnings, countdowns, grounding, yelling, and spanking. After this she then shares how she approaches discipline for kids of varying ages and her thoughts on when parents regret having kids in the first place.

Lastly, Lisa addresses four listener questions, covering how to handle 4-year-old twins who are out of control, a grandparent who doesn't agree with your approach to toddler tantrums, not agreeing on parenting methods for a 6-year-old, and a toddler who is pinching, scratching, and hitting their younger sibling.

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Why Kids Shouldn't Feel Bad During Discipline

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#092 In this episode Lisa discusses why she believes kids shouldn’t feel bad during discipline. In the conversation she touches on how she approaches discipline for toddlers compared to kids, the importance of being cheery as a parent, and why she suggests letting go of parenting guilt.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering how to know when you're a leader, a 7-year-old who has the family walking on eggshells, a 3-year-old not following rules at the grocery store, using chores as consequences, whether the BratBusters Behaviour Board is accumulative, and teaching a 6-year-old gratitude.

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Confusing Toddler Behaviour: Tantrums, Hitting Others & Sharing

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#091 In this episode Lisa discusses confusing toddler behaviour. Throughout the conversation Lisa covers her top five tips for parenting toddlers, four things toddlers may do, what Amy was like as a toddler, and bedtime battles.

In this episode, Lisa addresses ten listener questions covering a range of challenges, including in-laws interrupting a toddler during a tantrum, navigating new challenging toddler behavior, teaching a 16-month-old to share, getting a toddler to learn patience, what to do when a child doesn't want to follow directions, a toddler who tricks a parent for fun, a 24-month-old who constantly wants to be carried, a 2-year-old hitting others, a toddler pulling hair, and a 34-month-old screaming during tantrums.

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Yelling & Feeling Out of Control as a Parent

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#090 In this episode Lisa is talking about yelling and feeling out of control as a parent. To start, Amy provides scenarios for Lisa to share her thoughts on raising an 8-year-old child when you were raised by parents who yell. Throughout the discussion, Lisa shares her take on expressing anger and how that manifests itself when you’re a parent, letting go of past parenting mistakes, and why she believes yelling is based out of fear as a parent.

Lastly, Lisa answers four listener questions, covering how to handle a rude 11-year-old's responses while managing your own temper, learning self-regulation when parenting a 3-year-old, navigating parenting when a husband has a different approach, and dealing with a 13-year-old who takes a long time to get ready in the morning.

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How to Prepare For the Teenage Years

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#089 In this episode Lisa discusses how she would approach preparing for the teenage years, including her top five tips for parenting teenagers, why she never had a curfew for her kids, and how she would discuss feeling out of place in high school.

Lastly, Lisa addresses eight listener questions, covering how to learn to listen to teenagers, discerning when to let things go with teenagers, a 15-year-old falling asleep on the phone with his girlfriend, a 10-year-old becoming disrespectful, whether it's ever okay to spank or yell, a 13-year-old being mean to a younger sibling, and a 12-year-old starting to be mean to others.

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Toddler Struggles: Carseat Refusal, Hitting Others, Screaming, Sharing, & More!

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#088 In this episode Lisa is talking about general toddler struggles; outlining how she approaches discipline with this age, why she doesn’t discuss bad behaviour, and parents’ expectations of their toddlers.

Lastly, Lisa addresses ten listener questions covering various toddler challenges, including a 19-month-old refusing to get into their car seat, a toddler hitting their older brother, 22-month-old twins experiencing big emotions, a 17-month-old being irritated when playing with other kids, managing a very sensitive toddler, how to begin potty training, a 21-month-old not sharing with a cousin, a toddler's confusion when other kids won't share, navigating life with a toddler while living with in-laws, and a 32-month-old pushing other children without apparent reason.

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Building Resilience in Your Kids

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#087 In this episode Lisa discusses how she would approach building resilience in kids. Her goal with calm leadership parenting is to raise free thinkers and problem solvers which she further goes into in the episode.

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, covering how to foster independence in both a 4-year-old and a toddler, managing toddler tantrums when playtime ends, a 4-year-old's emotional reactions during school drop-off, building confidence in a shy 7-year-old, dealing with a 4-year-old's "doom and gloom" attitude, understanding and responding to toddler separation anxiety, and helping a 7-year-old who is experiencing bullying.

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Raising a Strong-Willed Child Without Power Struggles

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#086 In this episode Lisa discusses how she would approach raising strong-willed children without power struggles, with an emphasis on the fact that these children are often dynamic and may be the leaders of tomorrow.

Also, Lisa addresses five listener questions covering various challenging behaviours, including a 4-year-old not listening to teachers at preschool, a 3-year-old being cranky and disagreeable, managing a 3-year-old who is strong-willed at bedtime, helping a 5-year-old understand she can't always get her own way, and how to handle a 6-year-old's tantrums outside of the home.

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Transitioning From One Kid to Two

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#085 In this episode Lisa is discussing the transition from one kid to two. Throughout the discussion she also covers what a typical day looked like for her, her thoughts on how much to play with your kids, how to prepare for a new addition to the family, getting siblings to connect, how overwhelming it can be to start calm leadership, and if she has found a difference in difficulty going from one to two kids or two to three from her experience.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering a 3-year-old having explosive tantrums since a newborn arrived, how to handle consequences for one child that impact another, a 2-year-old laughing when testing boundaries, a toddler crying when the baby cries, a 3-year-old grabbing toys from a younger sibling, and an almost 4-year-old acting out and yelling.

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How to Be Consistent as a Parent & Why It’s So Important

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#084 In this episode Lisa discusses how she would approach being consistent as a parent and why it’s so important. Throughout the discussion she also touches on the importance of not burning yourself out as a parent and how consistency builds trust with your kids.

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, covering how a parent can change their mind after telling their kids something, what to do if kids break BratBusters Behaviour Board rules away from home, managing a toddler who throws everything, handling 18-month-old diaper change struggles, dealing with 4-year-old bedtime battles, a 4-year-old's reluctance to stop playing tag, and tips for transitioning a child from the toddler to the early childhood stage.

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Getting Your Kids to Listen By Focusing on Connection

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#083 In this episode Lisa is discussing her thoughts on getting kids to listen by focusing on connection. She touches on the classroom analogy which covers how kids react differently to a pleaser, and authority, and a leader, whether she recommends using the BratBusters Behaviour Board for listening, and what age she believes kids can start to learn to listen.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions covering various parenting challenges, including a child refusing consequences for running late to soccer practice, a toddler who constantly says no, whether a father spending more time with a baby impacts future leadership, raising an almost 3-year-old while living with parents, and kids drawing out bedtime.

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When Your Kids Are Arguing With You

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#082 In this episode Lisa discusses how she would approach situations where your kids are arguing with you. Prior to the listener questions, she also outlines her calm leadership approach and shares the top three qualities she sees in calm leaders.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions covering a range of challenges, including a 12-year-old who is constantly arguing, a 6-year-old not listening to parents or teachers, navigating playdates when another family uses a pleaser style of parenting, an almost 4-year-old acting out and whining since a newborn arrived, and defiance from a 3-year-old.

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Parenting Strategies for High-Tension Moments & Emotional Outbursts

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#081 In this episode Lisa discusses parenting strategies for high-tension moments and emotional outbursts. She covers three common scenarios that parents often have questions about; public tantrums, kids trying to get five more minutes added to television time, and siblings fighting. Towards the end of the episode she also touches on how she approached grocery shopping with a toddler.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering how to support a child during high-tension moments, a 3-year-old crying when she doesn't get her way, toddler tantrums resurfacing, a toddler bursting into tears when misbehaving, a 3-year-old not wanting to leave a fun situation, and a toddler constantly pushing boundaries.

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Are Your Kids Stressing You Out?

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#080 In this episode Lisa discusses the different layers of stress that arise with parenting.

She also addresses eight listener questions, covering how to get a toddler to understand the difference between playtime and cooperation, strategies for getting kids to complete their routines, dealing with a baby who is biting, managing a toddler who constantly screams your name during car rides, handling a 3-year-old's constant whining, navigating persistent sibling fighting, what to do when a toddler only wants one parent, and how to respond when a toddler always does the opposite of what you ask.

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Feeling Overwhelmed & Getting a Parenting Plan in Place

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#079 In this episode Lisa discusses how she would suggest getting a parenting place in place. This includes focusing on your parenting skills rather than trying to fix your kids’ behaviour, advice for working parents, and how to focus on the good kid.

Lastly, Lisa addresses eight listener questions covering a range of challenging behaviors, including a 5-year-old kicking, yelling, and outright refusing, a 3-year-old's out-of-control tantrums, consequences around mealtimes, strategies for parents to stay calm and connected, a toddler hitting and throwing toys at daycare, a 6-year-old son lying and not listening, a 5-year-old who is yelling, and a 3-year-old who just wants to play.

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The Micromanaging Parent Trap

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#078 In this episode Lisa shares why she doesn’t recommend micromanaging your kids as a parent and how to tactically stop.

Also, six listener questions are covered including how to establish rules for a 3-year-old without micromanaging, strategies to stop micromanaging a 4-year-old, handling explosive tantrums from an 8-year-old, getting a 6-year-old to complete chores fully, dealing with a 4-year-old who takes ages to eat, and encouraging a toddler to follow directions.

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Tantrums Fits & Scenes ... Going Through the Storms to Get to the Rainbows

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#077 In this episode Lisa discusses the importance of going through the storms to get to the parenting rainbows. While some parents may feel it’s kinder to let their kids get away with stuff in the short term, she shares her reasoning as to why she doesn’t believe this to be the case.

Lastly, Lisa addresses ten listener questions covering various parenting challenges, including teaching a 3-year-old and a toddler to wait and be patient, dealing with tantrums after daycare, deciphering between tantrums and separation anxiety, handling a 7-year-old's outbursts when he doesn't get his way, a 4-year-old yelling in the morning, when everything is a battle with a toddler, toddler resisting necessary tasks, when kids develop the ability to reason things through, and bossiness from a 3-year-old.

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Stop Chasing Parenting Quick Fixes

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#076 In this episode Lisa is sharing why she suggests parents should stop chasing parenting quick fixes and focus on the long term. She also covers how she approaches tantrums, types of consequences, and why connection is so important with calm leadership.

Lastly, Lisa answers nine listener questions covering common parenting challenges, including bedtime battles with an almost 3-year-old, strategies for getting toddlers to listen, a 4-year-old acting out after a newborn's arrival, navigating inconsistency with the BratBusters Behaviour Board when one parent struggles, clarifying what "focusing on the good kid" means, the difference in consequences for teenagers versus younger children, aiming to be a cycle-breaking parent, using consequences on the BratBusters Behaviour Board when screen time is limited, and advice for parents who are currently on their journey to calm leadership.

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Knowing When To Pick Your Parenting Battles

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#075 In this episode Lisa is talking about knowing when to pick your parenting battles and the importance of not tackling all of the battles at once to avoid burnout as a parent.

Also, nine listener questions, covering the feeling of constantly saying "no" to a toddler, constant sibling fighting, managing a bossy 3-year-old, working on a parenting reset, a 7-year-old's misbehavior at school, the "fork in the road" at age three, a toddler screaming during educational activities, a toddler's dislike for hair brushing, and how to parent effectively when a 3-year-old interacts with other kids in public.

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Are You Allowing Your Kids to Control You?

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#074 In this episode Lisa is discussing how she approaches parenting when it feels as though the kids are in control. She also covers the topics of dealing with behaviour on an airplane and how to approach connecting with kids when you’re focused on dealing with behaviour.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering a 5-year-old threatening misbehavior, a 6-year-old's inability to take "no" for an answer, a 4-year-old trying to control parental speech, a 6-year-old constantly bringing up parental rule-breaking, a toddler's unexplained defiance towards family, and strategies for handling a strong-willed toddler.

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Giving Your Parenting a Reset

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#073 In this episode Lisa is sharing how she would approach giving your parenting a reset with calm leadership parenting, including how she would approach discipline for different ages.

Also, eight listener questions are answered covering various parenting challenges, including consequence ideas for a 4-year-old, getting 4-year-old twins to stay in bed, how to respond when a 4-year-old doesn't care about consequences, toddlers playing with snacks, a 5-year-old being unsafe on the school bus, inconsistency with following through on consequences, strategies for a strong-willed 4-year-old, and when a 4-year-old isn't listening or following instructions.

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Parenting Without Threats & Yelling is Possible

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#072 In this episode Lisa is discussing how she approaches parenting without threats, warnings, and yelling. She covers topics such as why parents use these strategies, what to use instead, and the importance of connection with calm leadership parenting.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering how to get a 3-year-old to follow bedtime routines without threats, handling a 3-year-old who hits when angry, moving forward after losing patience with a toddler, strategies to stop yelling when mediating sibling conflicts, managing a 3-year-old who acts out for attention, and the best time to make amends after yelling.

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When Toddlers Challenge You: Biting, Hitting & More

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#071 In this episode Lisa is discussing different scenarios of when toddlers are challenging their parents. Throughout the episode Lisa touches on the topics of expectations of toddlers from their parents, how she would approach it if you feel like your toddler is in control, discussing bad behaviour with toddlers, and how consequences relate to self-discipline.

Ten listener questions are answered covering a range of toddler challenges, including a toddler biting their younger brother, a 24-month-old showing increased defiance, a toddler running away at the park, separation anxiety, head-hitting, sulking after tantrums, a toddler's discomfort with strangers, aggression towards babies, car seat struggles with a 16-month-old, and toddlers interrupting adult conversations.

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The Pressure to Do it All as a Parent

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#070 In this episode Lisa discusses the pressure to seemingly do it all as a parent. She touches on the myth of the perfect parent and why she wouldn’t recommend aiming for perfection anyways and how to balance parenting with working a full time job.

Lisa also answers six listener questions covering the challenges of balancing everything as a parent, juggling 3-year-old twins with a newborn, general advice for parents of twins, staying organized with three young children aged five and under, managing mealtime battles with a 3-year-old, and strategies for decluttering toys your kids are attached to.

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Shifting Away From Looking Disappointed in Your Kids

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#069 In this episode Lisa is sharing her thoughts on why looking disappointed in your kids impacts their self-esteem. She also covers the topics about not wanting to raise obedient little soldiers, how to let kids know about bad behaviour if you're not showing disappointment, and tips for parenting teenagers.

Lastly, Lisa answers seven listener questions addressing various behavioral challenges, including a toddler hitting after learning from a cousin, a 3-year-old ignoring requests, how to handle a 6-year-old who is lying, an 8-year-old being argumentative and opinionated, a 14-year-old walking away from home, a 3-year-old's reluctance to apologize after hurting others, and whether "no arguing" can be included on the BratBusters Behavior Board.

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Why Timeouts Don't Work & What I Recommend Instead

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#068 In this episode Lisa is sharing her perspective on why she believes timeouts don’t work, along with what to do instead. Additionally, she shares why she doesn’t discuss bad behaviour with kids and her thoughts on the countdown method and the diversion method in regards to discipline.

Lastly, Lisa answers eight listener questions covering various behavioral challenges, including a 3-year-old hitting a daycare teacher, a 5-year-old hitting parents, navigating endless fighting between a 5-year-old and a 2-year-old, a toddler using screaming, hitting, and kicking for attention, feeling like every interaction with a toddler is a battle, a 6-year-old putting herself in timeout, consistent corrective actions for a toddler who doesn't care about toy removal, and strategies for teaching a toddler to share.

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Toddler Says "Mine" to Everything (Responding to Your Comment Questions)

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#067 In this episode Lisa is answering the comments on her social media video that was about a toddler who says “mine” to everything.

She covers topics such as what age to start the mini therapy sessions she often refers to, having your toddler understand bad behaviour, teaching toddlers empathy and how to share, how to approach consistent corrective actions when there is nothing to take away, when to give toddlers an option to hand over the item that isn’t theirs, and more.

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You Don't Want to Raise Obedient Little Soldiers

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#066 In this episode Lisa discusses her perspective on why you don’t want to raise obedient little soldiers, but rather kids who are free thinkers with self-respect and self-discipline.

Lisa also addresses seven listener questions, covering how to balance raising critical thinkers with teaching politeness, helping a toddler warm up to peers at preschool, managing a 4-year-old's attitude when hearing "no," building confidence in a shy child, general discipline recommendations for kids, navigating play when a 3-year-old always wants to be in charge, and getting a 4-year-old to listen to instructions.

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Flexible Routines to Implement for Summer: Consistency Without Strict Schedules

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#065 In this episode Lisa discusses keeping routines even during the summer months and the three routines she usually suggests parents get in place; school morning routine, mealtime routine, and bedtime routine. Additionally, topics covered include the idea of kids being able to manipulate their parents, how to set up a bedtime routine, and Lisa’s general message around calm leadership parenting.

Throughout the podcast Lisa answers five listener questions covering various parenting challenges, including how to get back on track with the BratBusters Behaviour Board, managing a 3-year-old who refuses naps, strategies for cutting back on screen time during the week, navigating mealtime battles with a 4-year-old, and addressing a 4-year-old who constantly drags out the bedtime routine.

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Getting On the Same Parenting Page When Your Methods Clash

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#064 In this episode Lisa discusses getting on the same parenting page when your methods clash. She goes into the different parenting styles she sees when methods are clashing, why some parents feel a pull to parent differently from how they were raised, and how she would approach finding common ground.

Lastly, Lisa tackles seven listener questions, focusing on navigating 3-year-old power struggles when one parent is more relaxed, creating a BratBusters Behavior Board with different parenting styles, maintaining leadership when the other parent either enables or is too strict, addressing a parent's reluctance to use chores as a consequence, whether a 10-month-old baby can be spoiled, handling toddler tantrums differently between parents, and managing a 3-year-old who acts out when he doesn't get his way and how to demand respect from him.

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Handling Defiant Behaviour From Your Kids (Stop Arguing & Start Connecting)

Thu, 29 May 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#063 In this episode Lisa discusses defiant behaviour from kids, why it happens, and how to approach it as a calm parenting leader. Throughout the conversation topics include how Lisa recommends approaching discipline depending on the age of your kid, looking disappointed in your kids, and Lisa’s top five tips for parenting teenagers.

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, covering a toddler who laughs during discipline, a 3-year-old's defiance at home, a 12-year-old's refusal to do chores and backtalk, a 3-year-old who won't stop hitting, a 7-year-old mouthing off and throwing tantrums, a 3-year-old's defiance leading younger siblings into trouble, and a 3-year-old using bad words.

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Do Tantrums Have You Walking On Eggshells?

Tue, 27 May 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#062 In this episode Lisa discusses her approach to tantrums, how that may shift and change throughout different ages, the difference in tantrums about wants and needs, and the importance of following through with what you say as a parent.

Lisa answers seven listener questions covering a range of tantrum scenarios, including a 3-year-old's park-related outbursts, how to handle a 12-year-old's tantrums during multi-step chores, maintaining leadership when a 3-year-old is with different caregivers, the distinction between toddler and 3-year-old tantrums, navigating 11-month-old tantrums, dealing with extreme tantrums from a 4-year-old, and how to respond when an older sibling gives in to a tantruming sibling.

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Navigating Power Struggles With Your Toddler

Thu, 22 May 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#061 In this episode Lisa discusses power struggles with your toddler and how to approach them, along with sharing what she believes is the main goal of a calm parenting leader.

She does this by diving into ten listener questions covering a range of toddler behaviours, including constant screaming twins, a persistent 21-month-old saying "no," a toddler who understands not to hit but does it anyway, a toddler struggling with a new sibling, a toddler running away during routine care, a toddler's anger when being helped, a 2-year-old seemingly choosing misbehaviour, a 24-month-old's intense departure tantrums, a toddler ignoring requests, and a toddler's strong demands for cuddles.

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Fun & Play: Connecting and Bonding With Your Kids

Tue, 20 May 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#060 In this episode Lisa discusses the importance of connecting with your kids through fun and play along with how to implement this into your parenting style.

Also, Lisa dives into ten listener questions, offering her insights on what to do if you don't enjoy playing cars with your kids, understanding why a 3-year-old might be taking and throwing toys at preschool, how to connect with your children even if you're not naturally funny or goofy, addressing a 5-year-old's exclusion of others in school games, strategies for connecting with a toddler who is ignoring you, balancing connection with a toddler while caring for a newborn, game ideas for a baby and a 3-year-old, navigating connection and discipline when your child is in daycare five days a week, exploring whether being friends with your kids leads to teenage rebellion, and advice for parents who want to be funny even if it doesn't come naturally.

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In the Thick of It: Parenting Through the Chaos

Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#059 In this episode Lisa discusses how to navigate calm leadership parenting when it’s feeling chaotic.

She covers listener questions on struggles with getting toddler ready in the morning, toddler tantrums when tired, how to handle siblings teasing one another, what to do when your kids aren’t listening, toddlers hitting and when having a tantrum or upset, how to approach tantrums that occur from a child not getting their own way, how to get a 3-year-old to use their words, how to approach tantrums at the doctor’s office, and how to use the BratBusters Behaviour Board when a 4-year-old hits during a tantrum.

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Turning Attitude into Respect as a Parent

Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#058 In this episode Lisa discusses the idea of turning attitude from kids into respect, and the importance of parents giving respect in order to get respect as calm leaders.

Additionally, Lisa covers two real-life examples of how to teach sharing to your kids and how to connect with kids when you’re dealing with multiple ages.

Lastly, she answers seven listener questions on what to do when older siblings boss around younger siblings, how to implement calm leadership parenting in real life, tantrums, what to do when one parent doesn’t want to be on the BratBusters Behaviour Board, how to handle when your kid is calling you names, how to instil politeness, and what to do when your kid screams in order to be heard.

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Lessons I Learned From My Mom (Plus Listener Q&A)

Thu, 08 May 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#057 In today’s episode, Lisa and Amy both share lessons that they learned from their mom’s, including having a positive outlook on life, the importance of including people, why reaching out is so important when someone is going through a difficult time, telling the people you care about how you feel about them, friendships, and setting goals in life.

Additionally, Lisa answers listener-submitted parenting questions on independent and strong-willed toddlers, how to approach twin toddlers fighting, should a 3-year-old say sorry after bad behaviour, what to do when kids aren’t listening, and how to approach tantrums when your child is throwing things and kicking.

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Turning Things Around as a Parent

Tue, 06 May 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#056 In today’s episode, Lisa covers the topic of how to turn things around with your parenting style and begin with calm leadership parenting.

Listener questions cover where to start when you have a teenager, 3-year-old aggressive behaviour, how to introduce the BratBusters Behaviour Board when traveling, where to start with consequences, the impact of being annoyed at your kids, getting a partner on board with a new parenting style, and how to approach your 6-year-old who is arrogant.

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10 Common Parenting Phrases to Avoid

Thu, 01 May 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#055 In today’s episode, Lisa goes through her thoughts around 10 common parenting phrases she would avoid, and what she would use instead. These phrases include: use your words, why would you do that, listen to me, don’t roll your eyes at me, and more.

Additionally, Lisa answers listener-submitted parenting questions on kids getting mad when they can’t do something right, kids seeking approval, how to approach rudeness, constant whining, and how to go about toddler tantrums.

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Toddlers Hitting, Biting, and Throwing Things

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#054 In today’s episode, Lisa goes through ten listener questions around the topic of toddlers hitting, biting, and throwing things.

Before the questions, she explains whether or not all toddlers have this behaviour, what age Lisa considers to be a toddler, and how she approaches discipline at this age.

These toddler questions cover throwing things during a tantrum, throwing things at a newborn, sudden hitting, kicking, and pushing since starting nursery, is throwing things just a phase, how to use consistent corrective actions when there is nothing fun to take away, throwing things at mealtimes, biting older siblings, how to approach head banging, when a child is rougher with one parent over another, and how to stop biting and hitting.

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Why Kids Tune You Out and How to Fix It

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#053 Lisa discusses why children often don’t listen and how parents can address this issue by becoming effective leaders. She outlines the various reasons kids might tune parents out, such as nagging, inconsistency, and lack of organization and emphasizes the importance of calm leadership.

Additionally, Lisa answers submitted parenting questions on getting kids to sit at the dinner table, siblings fighting, toddler listening to only dad, kids listening at home but not at school, what to do when a toddler won’t listen at daycare, how to approach kids not listening when guests are over, what to do when the older sibling is bossing around their younger sibling, and how to use the BratBusters Behaviour Board for kids not listening.

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Stop Discussing Bad Behaviour

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#052 Learn more at www.bratbusters.com

Lisa emphasizes why she believes parents should stop discussing bad behaviour with their kids.

Instead, she advocates for addressing bad behavior swiftly with consequences and then focusing on positive connection and self-esteem. Lisa argues that discussing bad behaviour can shame and blame children, making them feel worse and potentially reinforcing negative behaviour.

She also answers listener questions covering kids bringing bad behaviour home from school, getting kids to eat at the dinner table, kids hitting during a tantrum, giving warnings before a consequence, siblings annoying each other, and what to do when a toddler doesn’t want to walk home from the park.

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How to Become More Confident in Your Parenting

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#051 Lisa discusses how to build confidence in parenting by addressing bad behaviour and promoting respect all while emphasising the importance of making children feel good about themselves to improve behaviour and achieve positive outcomes.

She tackles various common parenting challenges, including managing toddler tantrums, implementing behaviour boards, and handling sibling conflicts.

Listener questions include feeling lost on parenting, how to handle kids not listening, twin behaviour, appropriate ways for kids to express anger, consequences that don’t involve technology, toddler yelling in your ear on a phone call, and what impact consequences should have on kids.

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Meeting Kids’ Needs and Managing Their Wants

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#050 Today’s episode dives into the idea of meeting your kids’ needs and managing their wants. Lisa discusses how she approaches this including what falls under the needs and wants categories, what age to start this, and if discipline is mean.

Additionally, Lisa answers parenting questions on how to balance this with two under two, what to do when toddlers say “mine” to everything, getting connected to your kids, tantrums during transitions, how to approach whinging, setting yourself up for parenting success from the start, what are traits of a parenting leader, and how to know if you’re expecting too much from your kids.

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Staying Calm When Kids Test Your Patience

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#049 Lisa discusses the topic of staying calm when your kids test your patience, with an emphasis on the importance of connecting with your kids through playing with them in their world.

Throughout the episode, the idea of consequences compared to rewards in regards to getting good behaviour is discussed.

Lastly, Lisa answers parenting questions submitted by listeners on kids testing limits, toddlers hitting parents, toddler pushing boundaries, getting kids to hold your hand in busy areas, how to approach toddler tantrums, dealing with attitude, and siblings antagonizing each other.

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Setting Family Boundaries & How to Stand Your Ground

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#048 Lisa discusses setting family boundaries when it comes to your parenting, and how to stand your ground when your family tries to interfere.

She shares a message to grandparents giving unsolicited advice, focusing on the fact that unsolicited communication in general is not something she recommends.

Additionally Lisa answers listener questions about grandparents using the BratBusters Behaviour Board, grandparents hindering progress in your parenting or having a different parenting style, 3-year-old picking up bad words, grandparents gifting too many toys, opposing parenting beliefs from your peers, and what to do when your brother’s kid is hurting your own kid.

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The Power of Routines: How Daily Structure Helps Kids Thrive

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#047 Lisa discusses the importance of having routines in place for kids; specifically mealtime routines, bedtime routines, and morning routines.

In the episode Lisa details specifics on how an example mealtime routine may look including the exact details she recommends adding along with how to have kids follow these routines in place.

Additionally Lisa answers listener questions about bedtime battles, starting a chore chart, how to approach a family reset, challenges during breakfast, getting kids to clean their room, and separation anxiety during bedtime.

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Threenagers: The Fork in the Road When Kids Turn Three

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#046 Lisa discusses her theory around the fork in the road when kids turn three, including why parenting impacts this, the reason as to why the BratBusters Behaviour Board starts at three, and common parenting styles that may lead to threenagers.

Additionally, Lisa answers parenting questions around this topic including acting out at school, defiance turning into tantrums, kids struggling to control their temper, favouring one parent over the other, kids hitting others when frustrated, how to teach what lying is, and what to do when your kid won’t listen to you.

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Ranking Common Discipline Strategies: Timeout, Reward Charts, Discussing Bad Behaviour, and More!

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#045 Lisa’s ranking common discipline strategies in today’s episode of the podcast.

She begins by sharing her thoughts on timeouts, countdown, diversion, positive reinforcement, natural consequences, logical consequences, discussing bad behaviour and reward charts.

From there, Lisa shares her method of leadership parenting, how it’s different, and why she recommends it.

To end the episode Lisa answers listener questions covering topics like bullying, natural consequences for kids, toddlers knocking over the dog’s water bowl, acting out at nursery, siblings fighting, kids swearing, and lying.

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Nothing’s Working! What to Do When Tantrums Take Over

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#044 Feeling overwhelmed by your kids’ tantrums? In today’s episode Lisa is covering all things tantrums by covering what she considers to be a tantrum, the difference between wants and needs when it comes to tantrums, her perspective on ignoring tantrums, and an example of how she would handle a tantrum at the park.

Lisa answers a variety of listener questions including topics on baby tantrums, toddlers preferring one parent over another, car seat meltdowns, giving comfort items during a tantrum, and much more.

The episode ends on the importance of connecting with your kids as a parenting leader.

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How Can I Stop My Kid From Hitting?

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#043 Are you dealing with your kid hitting you, others, or even items around the house?

In today’s podcast episode, Lisa explores what causes some kids to hit while others don’t along with parenting strategies to combat this behaviour.

Parenting questions on this topic include alternatives to timeouts when kids hit, toddlers hitting their parents, siblings hitting one another and tattling, and consequence options to use in the moment.

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Do Your Kids Only Listen When You Yell?

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#042 This episode is focused on eliminating yelling and improving emotional control.

Lisa shares the importance of acting rather than reacting, and tactics for maintaining consistency and calmness.

Listener questions include addressing common issues like dealing with toddlers behaviour, managing tantrums with a shift-working partner, and adapting parenting styles for teenagers.

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Toddlers Testing Boundaries: Tantrums, Power Struggles, Not Listening & More

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#041 Lisa is answering ten questions submitted from listeners who are experiencing their toddler pushing their boundaries.

Questions include tantrums, power struggles, potty training, bedtime struggles, the “mine” stage, and much more.

In addition, Lisa shares her top five tips for parenting toddlers and why focusing on connection is key when parenting.

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How to Raise Problem Solvers With High Self-Esteem

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0700

#040 Lisa Bunnage discusses effective parenting strategies to raise children as confident, independent problem solvers with high self-esteem, emphasizing the importance of focusing on positive reinforcement, connecting with children, and not over-disciplining.

She recommends encouraging kids to make their own decisions, solving problems through role-playing, and maintaining open, judgment-free communication.

The episode also addresses issues such as bullying, balancing attention among multiple children, and handling teenage rebellion.

Lisa advocates for creating a strong, supportive connection with children to foster mutual respect and minimize the need for strict boundaries.

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Changing Your Kid's Behaviour and Why It Starts With You

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#039 Lisa Bunnage discusses the foundation of self-esteem and the impact of leadership parenting on your kids’ behaviour.

She emphasizes that self-esteem stems from feeling valued rather than constant praise.

The discussion covers the importance of children facing failures and learning through trials, how toddlers' behaviours are shaped by consistent corrective actions, handling tantrums, the impact of inconsistent discipline, and the misconception that children's behavior is unchangeable.

Lisa highlights the necessity of unwavering consistency when it comes to leadership parenting.

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Stop Trying to Be the Perfect Parent

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#038 Parenting coach Lisa Bunnage discusses the pitfalls of trying to be a perfect parent, emphasizing the importance of showing vulnerability, owning mistakes, and making amends as key elements of effective leadership in parenting.

The conversation includes a variety of listener questions on topics such as handling tantrums, building connection, and setting boundaries for children from different age groups.

Lisa advises against setting unrealistic standards for children and stresses the value of being a relatable and human parent.

The podcast also touches on making amends and the steps for a genuine apology.

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Am I a Parenting Leader (Signs to Look Out For)

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#037 Lisa Bunnage discusses how to identify if you are a parenting leader and the qualities that make an effective parenting leader, such as being fun, calm, and how to approach discipline.

The episode includes practical advice on handling various parenting challenges, like children demanding specific parents for certain tasks, dealing with children's separation anxiety, setting boundaries, and managing temper tantrums.

It emphasizes the importance of not letting children control parenting decisions and the significance of having clear and consistent consequences for behaviour.

The overall message is about fostering a strong, confident, and happy relationship with children through effective leadership and understanding individual parenting styles.

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Parenting Strategies For Defiant Kids

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#036 In this episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa Bunnage explores how to deal with defiance in children.

Lisa shares the importance of a balance between consequences and a strong, playful relationship with children.

The episode personal anecdotes and suggests that effective parenting involves connecting with children, being consistent with consequences, and modeling accountability.

There’s an emphasis that children thrive under leadership that combines respect, fun, and predictability.

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How to Connect and Have Fun With Your Kids

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#035 In this episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa Bunnage, a parenting coach, discusses the significance of playing with children to build better connections.

Lisa emphasizes the concept of fun as the love language of kids and shares various strategies for parents to engage with their children, even if they don't naturally enjoy playful activities.

The episode includes personal anecdotes and listener questions, covering topics such as handling energetic toddlers, the balance between discipline and fun, the challenges of parenting with guilt, and the importance of consistent corrective actions.

Overall, the podcast advocates leading with joy and making efforts to enter the child's world to foster stronger bonds and respect.

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Advice For New Parents

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#034 In this episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa Bunnage, a parenting coach, discusses various parenting strategies for new parents.

Lisa emphasizes the importance of leading by example rather than nagging, highlighting the difference between being a leader and being bossy. She advises parents to be fun and engaging during play.

Lisa recounts her experiences with her children and shares practical advice on avoiding pleaser parenting as well as handling common parenting challenges such as tantrums, transitions, diaper changing, and excessive attachment.

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Kids Screaming at You … What to Do?

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#033 In this episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa Bunnage, a parenting coach, explores various parenting questions regarding kids screaming at you.

Lisa emphasizes the importance of parents taking full responsibility for their children's behaviour and highlights leadership as a crucial skill in parenting.

The discussion covers dealing with toddler tantrums, sibling fights, bedtime battles, and children screaming for attention.

Lisa provides practical tips such as using timers, implementing behavior boards, and maintaining consistent corrective actions.

The episode underscores the significance of setting up a solid foundation of discipline and leadership to foster a loving and fun relationship with children.

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Attitude From Your Kids

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#032 In this episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa Bunnage, a parenting coach, explores why kids have attitude and if you can address it as a parent.

The main premise is that attitude issues gradually dissolve when parents establish themselves as reliable leaders and consistently show empathy, compassion, and accountability.

The episode emphasizes the high importance of fun, connection, and engagement over discipline.

Lisa shares personal anecdotes and practical advice, such as ignoring negative attitudes and not confronting them directly.

The podcast aims to encourage parents to be more vulnerable, genuinely connect with their children, and balance discipline with love and fun.

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Consistent Corrective Actions With Toddlers

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#031 In this episode of the Bratbusters Parenting Podcast, parenting coach Lisa Bunnage discusses the importance of consistent corrective actions for toddlers aged 16 to 35 months. She emphasizes that consistent corrective actions should be action-based rather than verbal discussions, and explains how that looks.

Lisa answers questions from listeners about managing toddler behaviours such as biting, throwing tantrums, sibling rivalry, and mealtime challenges.

She highlights that consistency is key and addresses the importance of making parenting fun while maintaining leadership.

The episode also touches on the distinction between handling bad behaviour and tantrums and offers practical advice for parents dealing with common toddler issues.

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Too Late to Change My Parenting?

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#030 In this episode of the Bratbusters Parenting Podcast, parenting coach Lisa Bunnage shares her thoughts around the idea of it being too late to change parenting styles.

She discusses various parenting challenges and solutions like dealing with temper tantrums, bullying, and disrespect among children of different age groups.

Lisa emphasizes the importance of leading by example, being accountable, and creating a safe, connected environment for children.

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The Key to Leadership Parenting (It's Not About the Discipline)

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#029 In this episode of the Bratbusters Parenting Podcast, parenting coach Lisa Bunnage discusses the concept of leadership parenting, emphasizing bonding and connection over discipline.

Lisa elaborates on fostering high self-esteem in children by letting them make good choices and self-discipline rather than micromanaging their behavior.

The podcast includes anecdotes, analogies, and answers to listener questions on topics such as dealing with shaming, interaction techniques, balancing play and chores, and managing guilt-driven spoiling.

The key takeaway is the importance of making children feel valued through love and connection rather than material rewards or constant correction.

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Reframing Disrespectful Behaviour From Kids

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#028 In this podcast episode, Lisa Bunnage, a parenting coach, discusses the core issue of children's disrespectful behavior, emphasizing that such behaviour indicates a lack of earned respect from parents.

Lisa stresses the importance of parents owning their mistakes and focusing on self-improvement rather than blaming their children.

The podcast outlines strategies for dealing with various disrespectful behaviors, such as using the BratBusters Behaviour Board and using mutual accountability.

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Shifting Gears in Parenting From Toddlers to Kids

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#027 In this podcast episode, Lisa Bunnage, a parenting coach, discusses parenting techniques focused on leadership and discipline.

Lisa emphasizes the importance of actions over words, she outlines her take on the four stages of parenting in regards to how that impacts your approach, and shares practical advice on handling common issues like tantrums, hitting, lying, and bedtime struggles.

The episode highlights the importance of maintaining calm and connection, emphasizing that good leadership fosters high self-esteem in children.

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Is Your Kids’ Behaviour Your Responsibility

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#026 In this podcast episode, Lisa discusses the importance of parental leadership in shaping a child's behaviour, particularly between the ages of 3 and 12.

She emphasizes the role of parents in guiding children to develop self-discipline and address behaviours through accountability.

The conversation covers handling specific issues like tantrums, disrespect, and differing parenting challenges based on each child.

Lisa provides her approach to dealing with bad attitudes, setting up effective systems like the BratBusters Behaviour Board, and maintaining accountability.

The session concludes with answering viewer questions on parenting struggles and reinforcing the importance of consistency and leadership in parenting.

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Is Your Toddler in Charge?

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#025 In this podcast episode, Lisa discusses various aspects of toddler behavior and how parents can effectively manage them.

She covers topics such as the typical age range for toddlers, why toddlers seem to be in control, and the fear parents often have of their toddlers' behaviors.

Lisa explores the impulsive nature of toddlers and emphasises the importance of consistent corrective actions rather than negotiation or mini therapy sessions.

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Am I Spoiling My Kids?

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#024 This episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast focuses on effective strategies for handling tantrums and building leadership as a parent.

Lisa addresses common questions from parents dealing with tantrums in various situations, such as managing twin tantrums, dealing with high-stress moments, and handling tantrums in kids ranging in ages.

The key theme is leadership parenting, which involves setting clear boundaries, following through with actions, and ensuring children feel good about themselves rather than just aiming for good behaviour.

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Navigating Tantrums as a Parent

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#023 This episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast focuses on Lisa's strategies for handling tantrums and building leadership as a parent.

Lisa addresses common questions from parents dealing with tantrums in various situations, such as managing twin tantrums, dealing with high-stress moments, and handling tantrums in kids ranging in ages.

The key theme is leadership parenting, which involves setting clear boundaries, following through with actions, and ensuring children feel good about themselves rather than just aiming for good behaviour.

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Break the Cycle of Yelling at Your Kids

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#022 This episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast delves into the importance of adopting a leader mindset in parenting.

Lisa emphasizes how changing a parent’s mindset and actions is crucial for improving children’s behaviour, exploring topics such as the negative impacts of yelling, the benefits of calm and consistent corrective actions, and the importance of positive reinforcement.

Lisa also addresses various parental concerns through real-world examples, stressing the importance of not holding onto guilt and advocating for a future-focused approach.

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How to Stop Kids From Whining

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0800

#021 This episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast focuses on addressing and managing whining and other challenging behaviours in young children.

Lisa, with her experience as a parenting coach, mom, and grandmother, shares insights on how whining is a learned behaviour and offers practical advice on how to handle it.

The discussion includes answering questions from listeners about specific behaviour issues with their children, such as dealing with whining, attitude problems, and sibling conflicts.

Techniques like ignoring whining, rewarding positive behaviour, and using behaviour boards are explored.

The podcast also touches on the importance of teaching resilience and problem-solving skills to children.

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Expecting School to Raise Your Kids

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0800

#020 In this episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa Bunnage discusses the importance of parents taking responsibility for raising well-behaved children and not blaming schools for behavioral issues.

She believes that parents should instill manners, social skills, and discipline rather than expecting schools to fill these roles.

Lisa covers the significance of consistent boundary-setting, the pitfalls of the pleaser parent style, and offers practical advice for empowering parents to be effective leaders.

The episode also tackles issues related to bullying, conflict resolution, and strategies to handle strong-willed children.

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The Four Stages of Parenting

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0800

#019 In this episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa Bunnage discusses the importance of actively listening to children and the personal growth that can come from it.

Lisa outlines her unique, experience-based approach to parenting across four stages according to her.

She emphasizes consistent, corrective actions over lengthy discussions for toddlers and effective leadership during the child stage.

For teenagers, she shares five key tips focusing on empathy, negotiation, picking battles wisely, and maintaining a good relationship.

The podcast also addresses listener questions on issues like tantrums, aggression, and handling multiple children, offering practical advice and encouraging parents to be patient, consistent, and reflective of their parenting influences and past experiences.

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I Don't Have Time to Parent

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0800

#018 In this episode of the Bratbusters Parenting Podcast, parenting coach Lisa Bunnage discusses how to effectively balance parenting responsibilities with limited time.

Lisa emphasizes that quality time doesn't have to be scheduled in large chunks but can be integrated into daily routines through multitasking activities like singing while cooking or playing games while driving.

She answers listener questions, offering advice on dealing with tantrums, bonding with children despite busy schedules, and managing sibling dynamics.

Lisa also shares personal anecdotes to illustrate her points and provide practical solutions for common parenting challenges.

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Do Both Parents Need to Be Leaders?

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0800

#017 In this episode of the Bratbusters Parenting Podcast, parenting coach Lisa Bunnage, joined by her daughter Amy, delves into the importance of leadership in parenting.

Lisa explains the concept of the 'leader role' and its impact on child behavior, emphasizing that only one parent needs to assume this role, while the other provides support.

The episode addresses listener questions on various parenting challenges, including how to handle kids who show preference for one parent, techniques for dealing with tantrums, and strategies for maintaining leadership in a multi-generational household.

The discussion highlights the significance of mutual respect, fun, and consistent leadership in fostering strong parent-child relationships.

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Is Discipline Mean?

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0800

#016 In this episode of the Bratbusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa Bunnage, parenting coach, discusses why she believes discipline is love and kindness. Lisa emphasizes the importance of teaching children self-discipline, shares personal stories, and demonstrates how proper discipline leads to high self-esteem and happiness.

She addresses common concerns about disciplining children, including dealing with tantrums, applying her methods to older kids, and overcoming the fear of being too harsh.

The episode contains practical advice for parents, such as the value of childproofing the home, connecting with children through their interests, and the importance of not shaming kids for their mistakes.

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Embarrassed By Your Kids' Behaviour

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0800

#015 In this episode of the Bratbusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa Bunnage, parenting coach, along with her daughter Amy, delve into common parenting challenges, particularly handling embarrassing moments and tantrums with toddlers and young children.

Lisa emphasises the importance of establishing leadership at home to mitigate public outbursts and shares practical strategies for correcting behavior effectively at both home and in public settings.

The episode includes listener questions from Canada, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States, addressing issues like children acting out, aggressive behavior, and boundary testing.

Lisa also highlights the significance of maintaining control, having fun with kids, and being a good listener.

The episode concludes with a humorous recount of Lisa embarrassing her daughter with an impromptu ribbon routine, underscoring that all parents have their moments.

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Managing Anger as a Parent

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0800

#014 In this episode of the Bratbusters Parenting Podcast, parenting coach Lisa and her daughter Amy discuss the challenges of managing anger and frustration as a parent.

Lisa highlights the normalcy of these feelings, shares personal anecdotes, and provides practical advice for dealing with tough parenting moments.

The episode addresses listener questions, offering strategies to manage parental anger, avoid perfectionism, and foster better connections with children.

Lisa emphasises the importance of accountability, forgiving oneself, and building a positive, fun-filled relationship with kids despite the inevitable frustrations.

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Parenting Teenagers: How to Connect

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0800

#013 In this episode of the Bratbusters Parenting Podcast, parenting coach Lisa Bunnage delves into strategies for effectively parenting teenagers.

She discusses the importance of connecting with teens, negotiating, and understanding their perspectives.

Lisa shares her top five tips for parenting teenagers and answers listener questions about handling teen behaviour, lying, and relationship dynamics.

Throughout the episode, Lisa underscores the need for mutual respect and empathy in parent-teen relationships while emphasizing the significance of evolving as a parent.

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Parenting Through the Holidays: Conflicts, Travel, and Toy Tips

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0800

#012 In this episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, parenting coach Lisa Bunnage and her daughter, Amy, discuss handling family dynamics and parenting challenges during the holiday season.

Lisa addresses questions from listeners about dealing with undermining grandparents, encouraging teens to attend family events, managing toddler behaviour, teaching manners, and handling judgmental relatives.

Lisa shares personal anecdotes and practical advice on navigating family gatherings, maintaining routines, and using behaviour management techniques while travelling or celebrating holidays.

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Overcoming Parenting Guilt With Calm Leadership

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0800

#011 In this episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa Bunnage, a parenting coach, mother, and grandmother, along with her daughter Amy Bunnage, discuss the concept of parenting guilt and how it manifests differently in moms and dads.

Lisa highlights the common issues parents face, such as balancing discipline with joy, and maintaining a positive and calm demeanour. Lisa shares insights on effective parenting techniques, including the importance of being a leader rather than a pleaser, how to properly apologise, and handling bedtime routines.

Listener questions are also addressed, providing practical advice for dealing with overactive toddlers and manipulative behaviours.

The episode emphasises the value of connecting and bonding with children, ensuring they feel both loved and enjoyed.

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Why Your Kids Won't Listen to You

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0800

#010 In this episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa Bunnage, parenting coach, discusses why children don't listen and the importance of earning their respect.

The episode explores various leadership styles in parenting, how to establish authority without intimidation, and practical strategies like the BratBusters Behaviour Board. Listener questions cover topics such as repetition, differential behaviour with parents, using countdown methods, and managing extracurricular activities.

Lisa emphasises the need for consistency, the role of respect in effective parenting, and the importance of being accountable as a parent.

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Mealtime Battles & Restaurant Scenes

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0800

#009 In this episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, parenting coach Lisa Bunnage dives into common mealtime challenges parents face with young children. Lisa discusses the importance of establishing consistent but flexible mealtime routines and teaching manners at the table. Personal anecdotes and practical strategies are shared for managing behaviours like food throwing, persistent begging for snacks, and keeping children seated and engaged during meals.

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Navigating School and Homework as a Parent

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700

#008 In this episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, hosts Lisa Bunnage and her daughter Amy discuss all things school and homework. Lisa emphasises teaching self-discipline and structure to children, particularly with school and homework. The episode addresses common challenges such as separation anxiety, reluctance to attend activities, and morning routines. It also explores the use of behaviour boards, incentive-based systems, and the distinction between bribery and incentives. Additionally, the hosts compare schooling experiences and parental involvement in Australia and North America, sharing personal anecdotes.

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Allowance For Kids: Setting Up Mom’s Bank

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700

#007 In this episode of the BratBuster's Parenting Podcast, host Lisa Bunnage and her daughter Amy discuss techniques for teaching children financial responsibility. Key methods include using a homemade banking system called 'Mom's Bank,' introducing allowances with interest, and integrating chore charts to encourage earning. Personal anecdotes highlight the importance of starting financial education early, the impact of part-time jobs in teenage years, and the significance of open communication about money. Lisa also addresses common challenges like resistance to chores and fairness in allowances, providing practical advice on nurturing independence and self-discipline in kids.

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Aggressive Toddler Behaviour: Understanding & Managing

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700

#006 In this episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa Bunnage discusses the challenges of managing aggressive behaviours in toddlers, like hitting, pushing, and spitting. Lisa answers listener questions, providing advice on consistent corrective actions and emphasising the importance of understanding your toddler, sharing her thoughts on timeouts, and offering insights on connecting with toddlers and maintaining realistic expectations of their behaviour.

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Chores For Your Kids: Teaching Self-Discipline

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700

#005 In episode five of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa shares her strategies for getting children involved in household chores. The episode addresses common concerns about making chores exciting and emphasises the importance of teaching self-discipline and responsibility. Topics covered include chore expectations based on age, handling resistance, and balancing family dynamics. The latter portion of the podcast underscores key leadership qualities in parenting: staying calm during conflicts, being enthusiastic during enjoyable moments, and empathetic listening.

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Conflict to Connection: Managing Sibling Rivalry

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700

#004 In episode four of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa Bunnage and her daughter Amy dive into the topic of sibling rivalry. The discussion reveals that sibling conflicts often resolve themselves as leadership skills are developed in parents. Lisa addresses questions from listeners about managing interactions between siblings of different ages, dealing with aggressive behaviour, and preventing rough play. The episode offers practical advice, such as using the BratBusters Behaviour Board, consistent supervision, redirection, and encouraging positive interactions. The importance of parental involvement in teaching siblings how to play together and the potential pitfalls of one-on-one time are also covered.

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Approaching Toddler Tantrums

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0700

#003 In episode three of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, Parenting Coach Lisa Bunnage and her daughter Amy discuss strategies to manage toddler tantrums. They explore some common toddler behaviours like tantrums, climbing, running, and hitting, and Lisa shares how she approaches toddler tantrums. The episode features a Q&A session where Lisa covers questions from parents regarding tantrums, violent outbursts, whining, and refusal to get dressed, offering her advice for each scenario. Listeners are encouraged to maintain consistency, avoid feeding into tantrums, and ensure their parenting approach fosters both discipline and connection with their children.

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Navigating Consequences as a Parent

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0700

#002 In this episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa Bunnage, a parenting coach, and her daughter, Amy Bunnage, discuss the concept of consequences for children's behaviour. They explore frequently asked questions on their social media about the effectiveness of consequences, how to implement them, and common challenges parents face. They cover consequences for different ages and how to handle situations like kids hitting others and not cleaning up toys. The importance of consistency, positive action consequences, and avoiding shaming and blaming are emphasised throughout the episode.

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Earning Respect: What is Calm Leadership Parenting?

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0700

#001 In the first episode of the BratBusters Parenting Podcast, Lisa Bunnage, a Parenting Coach, mom, and grandmother, alongside her daughter Amy, discuss the fundamental principles of Leadership Parenting. Lisa shares personal anecdotes, including her discipline technique with her son’s friend during a pool party, to illustrate how to earn and maintain respect from children. The episode covers various aspects of setting rules, dealing with bad behaviour, and connecting with children. Lisa also answers listener questions about dealing with challenging parenting situations, such as inconsistent parenting roles and managing your own behaviour as a parenting leader. Lisa emphasises the importance of consistency and mutual respect throughout your leadership parenting journey.

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