BratBusters Parenting Podcast

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 please...

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...

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. Learn more about the Toddler B...

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. Addi...

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 a...

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. Learn more about the Toddler...

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 conflic...

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, c...

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. Listen...

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, p...

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 an...