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Sustainable Parenting

Flora McCormick, LCPC, Parenting Coach

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Are you tired of power struggles, whining, and tantrums with your kids? Does it seem no matter what you do, they just. won't. LISTEN?! Friend, you are not alone. I have been there. And I can't wait to share with you the pathway to more joy and ease, getting kids to listen in a way that is still loving, kind and connected. Welcome to Sustainable Parenting. Here we bridge the gap between overly gentle parenting and overly harsh discipline, so you can parent with kindness and firmness at the sa ...
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Let's face it - we are not perfect parents. We never will be. And least I can admit I definitely never will be! So instead of beating yourself up over a mistake, or apologizing to your child for being a "bad mommy" or a "mean mommy" because you yelled or lost your patience - let's make a plan that leads to: Improvements in your relationships, Under…
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Wondering how to make this summer a breeze for you and your kids? Tune in as we dive into the secrets of a happy household by setting clear agreements on toys, tech, treats, and daily routines. In this episode, we'll explore: Ways to set clear expectations that motivate your children to follow rules. Tricks to conquer bedtime battles and morning ch…
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In this episode, we hear insights about empathy and resilience, in parenting through health challenges. Jonathan Stewart, a community leader and amazing dad, shares his journey of raising 3 kids while dealing with chronic illness. After listening to this episode, you will: Learn how chronic illnesses affect parenting and mental health. Discover way…
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Have you ever wondered why stress drives you to the fridge instead of the yoga mat? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Meredith Ries, a seasoned therapist and emotional eating coach, as we break down the complex emotions behind why many parents, especially mothers, turn to food for comfort. We uncover the emotional triggers of these behav…
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Find yourself saying, "Why is he always whining??!" Want to run screaming, into another room? Maybe you have even felt really unsure how to move from arguments and whining into mature communication. With these 2️⃣ simple tools in hand you'll be equipped to foster better communication and emotional regulation in your children, making parenting a mor…
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Join us for the third part of our insightful interview with Jane Nelsen, the well-known author of Positive Discipline. Jane shares more wisdom on practical strategies to parent with both kindness and firmness at the same time. In this episode, we talk about how Positive Discipline can change the way you and your kids connect. Jane explains how to e…
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Are you ready to rethink consequences, punishment and time outs? This week we explore the transformational power of positive discipline with our guest, author and parenting expert - Jane Nelsen. By the time you finish listening, you'll know: 🌟 Why it's important to drop punishments and even some consequences 🌟 How to use "Positive Time Outs" 🌟 The …
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Struggling to find the right way to guide your kids? Join us on a journey with parenting expert Jane Nelsen as we uncover the secrets of positive discipline!✨ She'll offer gentle guidance on striking the perfect balance between kindness and firmness when it comes to raising our little ones. Over the next three weeks, Jane will share a treasure trov…
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Have you had a less-than-wonderful Mother's Day in the past? Looking to this year with a bit of dread, because you feel you might be: Taking care of others (your MIL, making your own card with the kids, etc), Overlooked, or Under-appreciated /Not celebrated as you would like to be celebrated? ❤️We've got a 3 part recipe to reinvent the Mother's Day…
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🎙️ Are you feeling stuck in parenting challenges lately? Ever felt like you're spinning in circles with your kids? This episode dives into how to break free and create sustainable solutions together! Discover the 'wrong P word' keeping you trapped and learn to shift from frustration to purposeful action. Embrace hardships, set firm boundaries, and …
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Are you tired of power struggles with your spouse over who is being “too soft” or “too strict”? Are your kids getting caught in the crossfire of your battling parenting styles? I’m guessing you are deeply craving more ✔partnership ✔teamwork ✔having each other’s backs. Today’s episode unveils 2 key questions that help you make a profound shift into …
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Are your kids glued to their screens? Do you feel like your in frequent debates over whether they can watch “ONE more show” or play a video game “JUST a few more minutes”?... I know this battle all too well, and this episode is focused on giving you the exact steps to set tech limits (and keep them), and the valuable statistics on WHY it's so impor…
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This week's podcast episode is focused on kids 2-4 years old, with my TOP tips for navigating the wonderful world of 'threenagers'. These littles are in a stage so full of spunk, curiosity and playfulness…and have a strong desire to have power and control. I've found these to be the BEST and simplest strategies with those power-struggles and battle…
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Are you struggling to balance everything on your to-do list while also taking care of your kids? You are not alone. Lots of parents find it hard to take care of themselves, when it seems like EVERYONE else's needs come first. In this episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by Marie Kueny, founder of Goddess of Light Retreats and School Counselor - to ta…
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Are your mealtimes feeling more like a circus act than a family dinner? Are your kids constantly getting up, running away, or driving each other nuts while you're trying to grab a bite after a long day? Don't worry! This episode will help dish out practical tips and clever strategies to transform your chaotic dinner into a time of harmony and fun. …
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Did Spring Break sneak up on you? And you’re thinking, “Eek! I’m so not prepared for this!” (Like me🤣). Or maybe you’ve had anxiety for weeks, wondering: “Is this gonna be a week of constant battles and melt-downs and power-struggles?” Trust me - I was having some of those Worries too. So, I sat down to make a plan. Whether you're having a family g…
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Having a hard time putting your child to sleep? Are you frustrated that your child has a hard time winding down, and settling into sleep? Tune in to today's episode as we dive deep into the realm of restful slumber with Myra Hartzheim from the Curious Sleep Group. BY THE TIME YOU'RE DONE LISTENING, YOU'LL KNOW: ⭐ What is a Chronotype and how does i…
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Are you frustrated with constantly managing sibling fights & competition? Do you find yourself saying, "Why can't you guys just be NICE to each other?!" or "Why is everything a battle?!" I hear this from about half of the families I work with. It's a common problem and guess what? Sometimes, we can do things that make the problem worse (with the be…
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Have you ever experienced your child telling you, 'You're mean. I don't like you!' or saying a friend/brother is mean, when she doesn't get what she wants? It hurts, and you start wondering if you are failing as a mom. I get it. I've been there, friend. We can often end up in long lectures about how that kind of language, “isn’t nice” - which reall…
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🔥❤️We talk a lot about communication and tools to be effective parents- but what about how to be effective in keeping the ROMANCE alive? I mean - I personally believe (along with relationship expert and coach- @_lindleygentile_ ), that these early years of parenting can STILL include some fun and pleasure with our partners. If you’re on the same pa…
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Feeling drained by all the responsibilities on your shoulders? Feel like you have soooooo many people constantly needing you, and wanting things from you? Does it make it really hard to stay patient - when your kids won't do what you need them to do? You are not alone, friend. Whether you're rocking the stay-at-home parent life or juggling the work…
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Wouldn't it be cool to fast-forward 10-13 years, and be able to interview your child at age 18, and know what mattered MOST to them in the early years...so you can use that wisdom NOW?! That's exactly why I've chosen to interview Isabel Minor today. Isabel is a thriving 18-year-old, who has overcome challenges with anxiety and has a relationship wi…
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Do you listen to parenting advice and think, "Yea - BUT....that would never work with my kid. He's sensitive/easily upset/inflexible/strong-willed/neurodivergent." Maybe you have even been feeling super discouraged as you try new strategies for more calm and cooperation in your home without success. It's not you, friend. It's the strategies not bei…
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Ever wondered why young kids engage in bullying behavior? Perhaps you have even found yourself in a really uncomfortable situation, asking, "Why on earth would my kid DO that?!!" Or you may have felt embarrassed on a play date, or public event, because your child did something very mean to a sibling or friend. This episode will help you to very qui…
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Feeling a bit overwhelmed by mom guilt? Whether it's the ticking clock or the discipline dilemmas, we've got you covered in this episode! 🤗 Let's dive into the three key ways to bid farewell to that guilt and make more room for joy in your parenting journey. 💖 BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: ⭐ The importance of quality over quant…
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Do you find yourself saying, "I just NEED to find more balance this year." Today, I'll be sharing the secrets of how I "do it all". (Ha! Yea right!) Instead, I wanna share the keys to setting realistic goals for balance this year. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: *The misconception of having equal parenting responsibilities *How t…
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Have you ever paused during the holiday frenzy, amidst the torn wrapping paper and sugar-fueled children, to wonder where the joy in parenting went? Let's embark on a journey together, redefining what it means to find true happiness as a parent. This episode we are peeling back the layers of daily chaos to uncover the sweet spots of pleasure, accom…
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This holiday season, I've got your back with a lifeline that I think is crucial to ending power struggles, blow-ups and ongoing battles. 💪 ✨ Now - Gentle mama, I know Time Out is often a very hot topic. But if you are a mama who has tried to do "time-in" and talking/validating for weeks/months/years - and not seen a change... YOU are not the proble…
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Here's a game-changing solution for dealing with resistant, emotional, or defiant kids who often push us to the brink of frustration: ✨Shift from being furious, to getting curious.✨ BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN: ⭐How this tool helps you to be less likely to lose your temper, and more likely to solve the problem. ⭐How to effectivel…
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Here's a solution for kids who seem to argue for the sake of arguing. 🙄 And it's a fix for those young kids arguing ….that you might not expect. Here's the thing! You may be making things with your "Little Lawyer" harder than they need to be. 🤦‍♀️ And we're here to help. ⭐ Let's break the cycle. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN: ⭐How …
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Here's the secret sauce when kids belt out, 'No' or 'I don't want to.’ 1) take a deep breath and get curious (not furious). *The full explanation is live on our Sustainable Parenting Podcast tomorrow! 2)The right combo of effective reflective statements and a dash of choices can cure these resistant moments in a flash. 🤔✨ It's like a little dance o…
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Diving into the great parenting debate: Do you force 'Thank you' and 'I'm sorry' with little ones? 🤔💬 BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING TO THIS WEEK'S EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: ⭐ How to teach gratitude using fun practices. ⭐ Why saying 'Sorry' is not something I force my kids to do. ⭐ 2 Things to ask your child to do, INSTEAD of saying "sorry" ✨Check o…
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Wish your kid would listen in 10 seconds or less? I have good news. This little trick has been one that has helped hundreds of families every year (and it works at LEAST once a day at my own house)! 50% of my clients say that getting kids to listen is one of the TOP things they want to see change. And - I assure you, it's POSSIBLE! BY THE TIME YOU …
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Are you struggling when dealing with your kids' overwhelming emotions? We often encounter resistance when we try to redirect our children with a lot of words in these moments. So, I have a super fast, and effective tool for you. This tool equips you to: ⭐Help your child manage their emotions, & ⭐Decreases the number of melt-downs in a day. BY THE T…
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Nurturing grit and determination in children is arguably one of the MOST important tasks of parenthood (and pst. It's actually one of the hardest thing for me, personally).💪❤ By the time you are done listening to this short 10-min. episode, you will know: ⭐ What determination and grit are, and why they matter. ⭐ When to step back and let your child…
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Ready for a spooktacular Halloween week? 🦇 Here are 2️⃣ quick and friendly tips to make it scream-FREE for everyone! 😁 By the time you are done listening to this short 10-min. episode, you will know: How to respond if your kids are melting down or throwing tantrums over the night not going "their way." What to do if your kids aren't listening How t…
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Do you find that you have to let your kids on a tablet or ipad, in order to get through the after school chaos? Frustrated that you can't just enjoy that time from school to dinner, with those little ones? Today I'm giving you 3 key steps for after school. Help your child to: 1) "See it" 2) "Say it" 3) And have a strategy for the chaos (tech-free).…
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Feeling like your child's melt-downs and blow-ups are almost impossible to calm? Do you find yourself SUPER frustrated when your validation and talking to your child basically falls on deaf ears? We are here for you, friend. Today's episode is focused on giving you the exact strategies to help your child manage their emotions - in a way that is sim…
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Have you found yourself asking nicely for the kids to help pick-up, or unload the dishwasher...only to get a response like, "Whyyyyyy?" or "Do I haaaaave to?" Few things are more frustrating than having to battle your child to help around the house. Maybe you're a parent (like me) who does a lot to ensure they are having an awesome life. So when th…
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Are you drowning in toddler tantrums, whining, or clingy behavior? Feel like you can't even take a second to go to the bathroom by yourself? Maybe you have even found yourself saying: "He just won't let me have a minute to myself." "I have to do x for my daughter or she gets really mad." "She will never let me..." This episode has the power to make…
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This week I’m sharing ✨“5 RUDE awakenings I didn’t expect, becoming a mom.”✨ And giiiiiirl, this is getting Per-son-AL. *Like I have never shared before… because I want to shed light on the challenges of early motherhood. I hope these challenging moments help you feel more seen and less alone on this journey. If this connects with you, reach out an…
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Are you tired of having battles with your kids? Feel like you just repeat yourself a zillion times, till you explode? This week we’re digging deep into what it means to have more FUN, even when you have to get your child to START or STOP doing something. With these 5 tips, you can: Curb your nagging (and frustration), Encourage more cooperation fro…
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Do you end the day feeling distant from your child? Are you sometimes even wondering if you have a positive relationship with your child? I would guess you are doing so MANY things right (probably more than you even give yourself credit for). Today, I hope to give you just a few simple ways to ensure you are building a positive connection, even in …
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Are you worried you are destined to be annoyed with your kid for at least 5 more years? Are you bummed that you find yourself in a cycle of starting out the day happy, but quickly in a spiral of anger or frustration. Have you asking yourself, "Can't he just be happy and enjoy all the work I'm putting in here? I'm trying so hard." Friend, I have bee…
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Do you end the morning saying, “How did that turn into such a sh%$t show?" You are likely heading into each morning with the BEST of intentions, and then super frustrated when you end up nagging, coaxing and finally having to yell - just to get everyone out the dang door. And I bet you are SUPER ready for mornings to be more calm and cooperative. I…
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Whether it's pre-school or Elementary school, drop-offs can sometimes feel overwhelming or upsetting. If you have felt very frustrated with the anxiety, you are not alone. This model gives you a way to be patient, supportive, and provide a safe space for them to work THROUGH their feelings of anxiety. For our anxious kiddos, these 3 EASY steps will…
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Have you been avoiding going to public places, saying no to playdates or social gatherings because you’re afraid that your child will throw a fit in public? This episode is for you, my friend. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN: What's been missing, in your approach to public tantrums, How to plan for the worst, and hope for the best, H…
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Do you feel like you're drowning, trying to: ✔️be more patient ✔️respond in a calm and kind manner ✔️validate aaaaaaaaall your kid's big feelings. And all the while you are TIRED and FRUSTRATED?! Have you lost sleep thinking, “Am I just doing gentle parenting wrong?” It's not you, my dear. I promise. The problem is that a lot of gentle parenting ad…
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Have you ever caught your child stealing or lying? You likely felt super embarrassed and wondered, "Why on earth would my child do this?!" Let me tell you, it is very normal to feel embarassed and confused... AND it's very normal for kids to test out this type of behavior. When you jump in with lectures or advice, you might actually be making the s…
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Have you ever wished there was a magic button your could press to make your child listen? Few things are more frustrating than having to: Repeat yourself 1,000 times Nag and remind your child all day long Argue back and forth or have your child flat out ignore you. If this sounds like you, worry not friends I’m unveiling the solution this week. BY …
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