Respectful Parenting

8 reasons your child won't tell you what's wrong - and how to help

237: 8 reasons your child won’t tell you what’s wrong – and how to help

By Jen Lumanlan | Feb 9, 2025

Discover why kids won’t share feelings and learn 8 practical ways to build the trust they need to open up. Create genuine connection when your child goes silent.

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Children’s threats: What they mean and how to respond

235: Children’s threats: What they mean and how to respond

By Jen Lumanlan | Jan 26, 2025

Is your child threatening “I won’t be your friend” or something more alarming? Learn why kids make threats and how to respond effectively—without losing your cool.

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234: The problem with Time Outs: Why they fail, and what to do Instead

By Jen Lumanlan | Jan 19, 2025

Looking beyond time outs: Discover why they often fail and explore more effective ways to address challenging behaviors while building stronger connections with your child.

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Time Outs: Helpful or harmful? Here’s what the research says.

233: Time Outs: Helpful or harmful? Here’s what the research says

By Jen Lumanlan | Jan 12, 2025

Time outs: Research shows they work for some families, but are they right for yours? Get evidence-based insights on this controversial parenting strategy.

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Parenting Through Menopause – Discover Your Wild Power!

228: Parenting Through Menopause – Discover Your Wise Power!

By Jen Lumanlan | Nov 6, 2024

Learn how menopause can bring strength and wisdom to parenting. Join Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer to explore menopause, parenting, and how embracing your body’s natural rhythms brings inner strength and empowerment.

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