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Co-Parent Dilemmas

Diane Dierks & Rick Voyles

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There are at least two sides to every conflict, and when it's between divorced or separated parents, sparks can fly. In each episode, co-parenting experts Diane Dierks and Rick Voyles answer listener questions and talk about the benefits and risks of letting go vs. holding on to the conflict in a variety of complex topics facing co-parents today. Do you hold on for the sake of the children or let go for the same reason? Episodes are released every Sunday at noon. Listeners can email 1234Dile ...
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From toddler tantrums to teen eye rolls, defiance, meltdowns, whining, demanding and clingy kids; the key to dealing with and overcoming all of these ’problems’ is confident parenting. When we’re in the know, we do better! Kick your worry, overwhelm, and stress to the curb. We’ve got a resource for that! And you have access to every resource right from your home! Subscribe now, strengthen your family connection, and bring the fun back to parenting. Turn any problem into a No-Problem #Parenti ...
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Listener Amanda writes to Diane & Rick regarding her co-parent’s complaint about their daughter’s activities being too inconvenient for him and his spouse to endure. The hosts discuss the concept of time with children being the co-parents’ “turn” to be responsible, not their time to dominate the child’s interests. They also explore alternative lang…
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🎙️ Welcome Back No Problem Parents! Are you struggling to navigate conflicts at home and empower your teen? Karleen Savage, renowned conflict resolution expert and author of "The Confident Teen Blueprint" emphasizes the link between conflicts in business and those in the home. In our conversation today Karleen talks about the importance of creating…
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Listener Ashley is frustrated by both her husband and her co-parent. She frequently finds herself caught between them, and none of it is helpful to her 12-year-old son. Diane & Rick explore the difficulties of navigating this dilemma, and discuss both sides of the equation. WE HAVE A NEW RESOURCES PAGE ON THE WEBSITE! Visit www.CPDilemmas.com/resou…
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Diane & Rick respond to a listener’s question about withholding parenting time due to a history of domestic violence and continued toxicity in their other home. What are the steps to determine safety issues? How do parents balance protecting children with the risk of being accused of parental alienation? The co-hosts break it down. WE HAVE A NEW RE…
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Diane and Rick answer listener Carlos’ question about the confusing paragraph in his parenting plan regarding the summer schedule. His co-parent is attempting to manipulate the schedule to get more time than the plan intends. The hosts discuss alternative ways to structure a plan like this and the importance of minimizing conflict for the children …
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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! In this special episode of the No Problem Parenting Podcast, we Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day highlighting two amazing resources for parents raising children with special needs. First, Drew Vernon shares how Tonies, an innovative screen-free audio storytelling experience designed to ignite children's imagination…
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Listener Colleen wants to stop communicating with her co-parent so she can get emotional relief. Diane & Rick revisit the importance of following the structured email protocol and talk about the pitfalls of going silent or ignoring the impossible co-parent. WE HAVE A NEW RESOURCES PAGE ON THE WEBSITE! Visit www.CPDilemmas.com/resources to view the …
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Diane & Rick address Zachary’s question about how to get his co-parent to stop bringing her toxic boyfriend to the children’s activities. He worries the children will get in the middle of the conflict. They discuss the purpose of setting a boundary is for proactive self-protection, not to manage the other parent’s behavior. We are excited to announ…
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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! In Part 3 of my conversation with Jim, he shares more about who NuCalm is helping, including cancer patients, veterans, mental health/reactive attachment disorder, and trauma in kids and adults, and even athletes. Then Jim speaks directly to you, parents, on the importance of taking care of your stress response so t…
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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! Today's guests, Diane Dierks and Rick Voyles, co-hosts of the Co-Parent Dilemmas podcast, are experts in navigating the complexities of co-parenting, especially in high-conflict situations. In each episode, they address pressing questions such as: What do you do when the other parent won't be flexible with the paren…
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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents~ In Today's episode my returning guest Melissa Deally, an Integrative Mind-Body Health Practitioner and Trainer dedicated to healing, joins us once again to converse about all things gut health in our kids.With a virtual practice serving the English-speaking world, Melissa empowers clients to unlock their body's natu…
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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! Today is Part 2 of my conversation with Jesse LeBeau, one of the most highly sought-after youth motivational speakers and teen coaches. Jesse covers the 5 Key Shifts Every Parent can make to strengthen their relationship with their teenagers and you'll learn about his impactful school programs and speaking engagemen…
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Welcome to Mindset and Motivation Monday on the No Problem Parenting Podcast, empowering you with resources and strategies to help you become the confident leader your kids crave you to be! Today, my guest shares the importance of self-care and how prioritizing your well-being can enhance your quality of life at home and why it begins with time man…
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Diane & Rick address listener Danny’s question about the top three issues facing high-conflict parents and how to resolve them. The hosts discuss the fact that the issues are not the problem, but what lies underneath them, such as the fears and threats that drive the conflict. They explore the idea that some conflicts are not worth fighting for if …
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Managing Anxiety, Self-Control, Brain Health, and Self Awareness: the Cumulative Benefits of NuCalm with Jim Poole EP 265 [Part2/3] Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! Heads up! If you are; #Stressed out, not #sleeping, #anxiety ridden, battling #cancer, suffering with #trauma, #grief or #depression. If you are #overworked, #traveling a lot, or physic…
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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! Today I'm joined by the incredible Jesse LeBeau, a renowned youth motivational speaker and teen coach. Jesse's journey from underdog to success has inspired millions, and he shares his inspiring story, from his humble beginnings to becoming one of today's most sought-after motivational speakers. His experiences in b…
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Shawn asks a question about how to help her 19-year-old daughter repair her relationship with her father. Diane & Rick discuss the importance of acting parental no matter how old the child is. The discuss the daughter’s dilemma of not only competing for her father’s time, but dealing with the fact he married someone close to her age. We are excited…
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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! Today we're learning about a new to market app that is doing more than just helping us have a restful night's sleep. I've been using NuCalm for a while and in this episode, I share my first experience using the app that definitely peaked my curiosity and caused me to use the app daily. For a better night's sleep and…
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Sometimes approaching your court case without an attorney can leave you vulnerable and without all the information you need to make good decisions. Diane & Rick explore a listener’s frustrations about her parenting plan language and how things may have been different if she had not run out of money and had to act pro se. We are excited to announce …
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The Grief Monster Book Launch Day! CLICK To Order THE GRIEF MONSTER Welcome Back No Problem Parents! Today we welcome Brooke Kekos, a compassionate mom and professional helping women on their trauma recovery journey. As a devoted Trauma Recovery Coach, Rapid Transformational Therapist (RTT), and NLP Practitioner, Brooke specializes in empowering su…
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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! Today, we're chatting about Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) with Melissa Deally of Your Guided Health Journey. What is NLP and how we can use it with our kids? Got a kiddo with ADHD or dyslexia? They might just need a brain boost and some handy tools to ace school and feel awesome. Say goodbye to labels, stress, …
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Confident Parenting begins with a good night sleep! Try the 7-day free trial of NuCalm for better sleep and enter CODE: NoProblem for 15% off the Monthly Subscription. Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! As professionals working with families of emotionally intense children, our work is doubly challenging. Not only must we understand what works with t…
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Diane & Rick answer listener Ryan’s question about which therapist he and his co-parent should choose for their daughter. The one nearest dad or mom? What really matters? Is it possible to have a “harmonious” discussion, as their parenting plan orders them to do? You might be surprised by their answers. CLICK HERE to access the paragraph about Fina…
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In Today's episode of Wellness Wednesday on the No Problem Parenting Podcast, host Jaci Finneman explores the nuanced differences between parental fatigue, compassion fatigue, and secondary traumatic stress fatigue. She sheds light on how these forms of fatigue manifest, their impacts on parents, and strategies for recognizing and addressing them. …
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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! Parenting an emotionally intense child can be overwhelming, leaving you feeling like you must constantly do more and be more just to get by. But what if there's a better way? My guest today is Samantha Moe and we’re talking about the unique challenges of raising an intense child – from their heightened emotions to t…
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Welcome back to another Mindset Monday Episode! Today's topic is one that hits close to home for many parents: lying. Your little one looks you right in the eye and tells a big ol' fib. Whether it's their first time, it's become a habit or they are lying on the daily. Either way, it's a situation that can throw any parent for a loop. Why do kids li…
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Welcome back to Self-Care Sunday! Today, we're discussing parenting fatigue and sharing practical tips for recharging energy reserves. Parenting fatigue, that bone-deep exhaustion from juggling a million responsibilities, can leave us drained and overwhelmed. From sleepless nights to constant demands, it's easy to forget about or not prioritize our…
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Diane & Rick discuss the mental health issues that are connected to someone with an extremely self-focused personality disorder, also known as a Narcissist. They differentiate the clinical information from what is promoted on social media and help listeners to determine how to respond to a narcissistic co-parent with good boundaries and not as a vi…
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Hey there, parents! This week on "Social Saturdays," we're sitting down with Neil Rosen, a seasoned educator and lifelong learner. 🏡 Neil's been around the block in education and psychology, and he's here to spill the beans on creating a nurturing home learning environment. From building better relationships with caregivers and teachers to finding …
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Welcome back to another Financial Fitness Friday! In today's episode, Glenn Lundy challenges the conventional idea of "spending" time with your family. Instead, he advocates for intentionally investing quality time, both at home and at work. Learn how this shift in mindset can enrich your life and deepen the bonds within your family. Glenn Lundy is…
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Join us for the final episode of our three-part series on emotional intelligence with Dr. JJ Kelly. Today, Dr. Kelly explores the essence of interpersonal effectiveness and its role in mastering life's challenges. Discover how these skills tie into real-life scenarios covered in the Holy Sh*t Book Series, offering practical advice for navigating re…
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✨🌙 Welcome back to another episode of Wellness Wednesdays! Today is Part 3 and the conclusion of our Sleep Series with Melissa Deally from @YourGuidedHealthJourney. We're focusing on creating bedtime routines that promote stress resilience for both kids and parents. As the final installment of our series, Melissa shares valuable insights on optimiz…
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Welcome back to Tech and Teaching Tuesday on the No-Problem Parenting Podcast! In today's episode, let's shift our mindset: how you can be excited for your kids to use technology. As No-Problem parents, we view technology as both a privilege and an eventual necessity and skill our children will need as they grow up. We want to teach them the benefi…
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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! Being a mom can be one of the most rewarding experiences in life, filled with countless moments of joy and love. However, it can also be incredibly challenging and overwhelming, leading to a phenomenon known as 'mom burnout.' To help prevent mom burnout and maintain a positive and healthy mindset, my Guest today Jen…
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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! On this week's Self-Care Sunday episode, I share the story of Joanie, a parent worried about and dreading getting continued call at work from school regarding her child's behavior. Acknowledging her worry, distinguishing between thoughts and feelings, and proactively preparing for possible challenges becomes a guide…
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Diane & Rick explore the phenomenon of children engaging in “gaslighting” as a strategy to either survive their parents’ conflict or to manipulate a parent to get what they want. Is it a learned behavior from an alienating parent, or is it part of something deeper? The hosts break it down. If you have a problematic paragraph in your parenting plan …
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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! Toddler tales and Grandparent wisdom on the latest "Social Saturdays" episode with Gramps Jeffrey! He spills the beans on why he wrote "I Don't Want to Turn 3" and why grandparents are the secret sauce to raising the newest generation. We're talking about the benefits of reading to kiddos, how Grandparents can stay …
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"Hey, parents! Welcome back to another Financial Fitness Friday episode on the No Problem Parenting podcast. In this episode, Chella Diaz shares practical money lessons learned from the grocery store, all while involving your kids. From empowering young minds with financial wisdom to making money talks a fun game, Chella teaches us the importance o…
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***NOTE: This episode contains explicit language allowing my guest to present her approach authentically. Welcome back to Therapeutic Thursdays! In this EXPLICIT and Impactful episode (Part 2/3), Dr. JJ Kelly introduces that there is strength found in vulnerability, emphasizing the power of naming emotions. Dr. JJ shares valuable insights on apolog…
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Welcome back to Wellness Wednesday. Did you catch Part 1 of our Sleep Series in Episode 238? We learned about the effects blue light has on our sleep and today we're sharing how to set up the best sleep environment for our kids and ourselves to ensure a mindful, restorative sleep. Melissa Deally of Your Guided Health Journey is an Integrative Mind-…
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🎉 Screen-free adventures with Tonies! Drew Vernon introduces us to Tonies, a product that offers an alternative to screen time for children. The Toniebox, designed for independent play by kids aged three and older, offers a unique audio-storytelling experience that sparks the imagination. - The Toniebox controls are kid-friendly, empowering them to…
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Welcome back to Mindset and Motivation Monday on the No Problem Parenting Podcast, Clutter can be a reflection of what's going on inside of us. Have you heard the saying "the mess without, reflects the mess within." Does your clutter create a false sense of security knowing that you "have stuff" but it's draining your energy? Today Adria is going t…
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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! Welcome to another Self-Care Sunday on the No Problem Parenting podcast. Today, we’re talking all things hugs – done right they do wonders for our well-being and our connection with our kids. How many hugs to you get and give on a daily basis? Three benefits of a hug: Immune Booster Hugs boost our immune system. The…
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Listener Heather shares a paragraph from her parenting plan entitled “Special Considerations”. Diane& Rick explore how you can go too far in trying to explain an abstract phrase and find yourself right back into the conflict that prompted the language to begin with! Ultimately, they settle on the simple concept of doing what is right without expect…
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Welcome Back to Social Saturday on the No Problem Parenting Podcast! Childhood at Rella B Books is a magical journey filled with imagination, adventure, and valuable life lessons. Rella B's journey began with a shift from conventional adult aspirations to the joy of inspiring young minds. With a background in education, business, and technology, sh…
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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! You can turn your money problems into No problem, take charge of your finances so that the messages around money that you engrain in your children are that of abundance rather than scarcity. Today, I share some fun ideas for you and your child or teen to boost cash flow. From freelancing and decluttering to consider…
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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents! ***NOTE: This episode contains explicit language allowing my guest to present her approach authentically. Dr. JJ Kelly shares the mission of UnorthoDocs, Inc., and the revolutionary approach of the Get Real Program based on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). We discuss the power of emotional intelligence and Dr. JJ…
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In today's Wellness Wednesdays episode, we discuss sleep and the profound influence of blue light. Our special guest, Melissa Deally, an Integrative Mind-Body Health Practitioner, enlightened us on the critical connection between our sleep patterns and exposure to blue light, especially from digital screens. On a mission to heal the world, Melissa …
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In today’s Tech and Teaching episode, we welcome Clare Richards, the co-founder and CEO of Impacks, a startup dedicated to easing the burden on parents and educators in accessing critical school supplies. Impacks are revolutionizing the school supply shopping experience, making it not only easy and affordable for parents but also providing an optio…
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Welcome to another Mindset and Motivation Monday, we are happy to have Hunter Clarke-Fields, a Mindfulness Mentor, bestselling author, and the host of the top-rated Mindful Parenting Podcast. Hunter brings over 20 years of experience in meditation and yoga practices, and she has taught mindfulness to thousands worldwide. As a certified teacher of P…
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