Real-Life Parents, Real-Life Answers

Shawn talks with Hannah, of the Motherhood Unfolded blog, about her journey addressing mental health issues, including postpartum depression and anxiety. They discuss how important it is for parents to advocate for themselves when it comes to mental health, and also how to follow their gut feelings when something feels off. 

**TRIGGER WARNING** This episode does contain some potentially triggering content regarding mental health and suicide. 

If you or a loved one need immediate help, please visit: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/talk-to-someone-now/

Other resources for supporting your mental health:

https://www.nami.org/Support-Education

https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help

Hannah's Links: IG:@motherhoodunfolded

Blog:motherhoodunfolded.com

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Shawn talks with Bianca, mom of 3, about wild schooling, unschooling, and what to do when your passion does not match up with what your child wants to do. They also discuss how to avoid being an overbearing parent and what we can do to help our children develop independence so they can successfully go through adulthood.

Links related to this episode:

Find Bianca at:

https://www.biancahagen.com/podcast

https://www.instagram.com/thatbiancahagen/

Wild+Free Schooling Movement:https://www.bewildandfree.org/

Book Bianca Refers To: https://www.amazon.com/Last-Child-Woods-Children-Nature-Deficit/dp/156512605X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+last+child+in+the+woods&qid=1619290206&sr=8-1

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Jasmine speaks with Amy Traugh, a mom, and professional organizer, about how much of a difference being organized can make in the way you feel as a parent. Amy and Jasmine also share practical organizational tips that will really help with all the STUFF you are drowning in!

Find Amy at:

https://www.simplifymebyat.com/simple-me 

https://www.instagram.com/simplifymebyat/

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Shawn speaks with Mirra, mom of 2, about creating your own style of parenting and keeping in mind the next 10 years as you parent to give you a broader perspective. Is your parenting based on what the world will look like in 2030?

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As kids get a little older, they can sometimes get distant, moody, or altogether go practically mute! It can be a struggle as a parent to know how to talk about the small things, let alone the big ones like mental health, choices, peer pressure, etc. This week's episode includes a conversation with real-life parent Melissa, who, with 4 grown children, shares what completely revolutionized the relationship she had with her daughters. She and Shawn delve into some of RLP's favorite topics--self-awareness and authenticity--to provide some extremely valuable insights into how to stay connected to your tweens/teens.

Link to Kyle Cease's YouTube channel (whom Shawn refers to in the episode): 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4WaOs6ltH6s0JxAGM2N4dQ

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Shawn interviews Anna Robbins about dealing with the stigma of being a single mom, aligning your parenting goals to your personality/preferences instead of other people's, and reframing self-care for Enneagram Type 3s.

Find Anna here:

IG: @raisingriofoundation

FB: https://m.facebook.com/RaisingRioFoundation/

Website: https://raisingriofoundation.weebly.com/

For more about the Enneagram:

https://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/dotest

https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-3

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It has been worn as a badge of honor in some circles, but we're here to expose the truth--multitasking is not helping you as a parent. So how do you get anything done? We offer three key tips for accomplishing what you need to each day without trying to serve two masters at the same time (one being your kids, the other your to-do list) because **SPOILER ALERT** that usually ends in a disaster for most parents.

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Jasmine talks about how to take control when you are feeling overwhelmed or out of control as a parent. 

It's easier than you think...

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Shawn talks with real-life mom Kaytie about dealing with her son's behavior by understanding her personality, as well as his developmental stages. Kaytie offers some of her parenting tips regarding screen time, offering kids choices, and persisting even when it gets tough.

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Listen to a great podcast all about the Enneagram HERE

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Jasmine covers the Take 5 method that she has used to help her kids calm down when they get worked up or have an emotional outburst. The method consist of 5 self-reflective questions that the child asks themself:

1. Am I hungry or thirsty?

2. Am I tired?

3. Do I need to go outside?

4. Do I need a hug/connection with someone?

5. Do I need alone time?

Books referred to in the episode:

5 Love Languages of Children

A Perfect Pet for Peyton: A 5 Love Languages Discovery Book for Children

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Shawn talks with mom Chelsey, who is looking for advice in dealing with a toddler who is biting and having angry outbursts. He brings up the idea of looking to what triggers us as parents, modeling emotional regulation, and giving ourselves permission to try and fail. Chelsey adds tips for parents looking for help with bedtime routines and also shares how she helps her toddlers deal with the aftermath of a biting/anger incident.

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Jasmine gives practical advice on how to deal with teenage boys (who need to learn emotional intelligence and communication skills just as much as anyone else). Biting your tongue, long car drives, and playing Super Mario Kart may be in your near future...

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Shawn continues his conversation with mom Kara, who talks about her ups and downs of doing school at home. Kara shares what has worked for her and Shawn talks about how it's more important to focus on how kids feelabout learning than just getting them to doschoolwork.

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Shawn talks with mother of 3, Kara, about helping kids to deal with frustration, anger, and conflict by intentionally modeling healthy behaviors.

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Jasmine talks about the Parent EQ Authentic Parenting approach and how one of her favorite children's stories provided an a-ha moment about being a better parent.

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Welcome to Real-Life Parents, Real-Life Answers podcast with Shawn and Jasmine Turner, a therapist/dad and teacher/mom of 8 children! Join us every week as we tackle tough issues with a unique parenting approach based on emotional intelligence, self-reflection, and authenticity.