Raw Parenting Podcast

Mel Robbins’ greatest tips are built on simple but powerful shifts that help people get unstuck and take back control of their lives. From her famous 5 Second Rule, which teaches you to interrupt fear and hesitation by acting before doubt creeps in, to her viral Let Them Theory, which frees you from the exhausting need to control others, her advice is always direct, practical, and rooted in real experience. She blends science with honesty, showing how small choices—counting down, changing your focus, letting go—can transform confidence, relationships, and daily habits. What makes her tips resonate is that they aren’t abstract theories; they’re tools you can use immediately when life feels overwhelming._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Growing as parents through deep, real conversations to raise better kids.Sign up for our Raw Newsletter www.rawparentingpodcast.comStay Connected https://www.instagram.com/rawparentingpodcast/Welcome to the Raw Parenting Podcast with Tom and Malorie! Tune in every other Wednesday for our latest episodes.#parent #kids #family #deepstuff

In this video, we explore how Canada — once celebrated as a nation built on young families — is rapidly shifting its priorities. With fertility rates at historic lows, young Canadians are increasingly trading children for careers, travel, and personal growth. Using striking visuals and hard data, we show how family has slipped to the bottom of the priority list, overshadowed by rising housing costs, crushing debt, and a culture that prizes lifestyle and experiences above all else. The result is a haunting portrait of a country where playgrounds grow empty and the future feels uncertain. This isn’t a guilt trip — it’s a wake-up call to understand why our choices today could redefine the Canada of tomorrow._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Growing as parents through deep, real conversations to raise better kids.Sign up for our Raw Newsletter www.rawparentingpodcast.comStay Connected https://www.instagram.com/rawparentingpodcast/Welcome to the Raw Parenting Podcast with Tom and Malorie! Tune in every other Wednesday for our latest episodes.#parent #kids #family #deepstuff

What happens when the most influential voice in trauma and child development rewrites everything you thought you knew about parenting? In this video, we’ve compiled Dr. Gabor Maté’s 6 most powerful moments that have completely transformed how parents like us think, feel, and connect with our kids. From uncovering the hidden wounds of our own childhoods to understanding why tantrums are healthy, Dr. Maté’s insights cut straight to the heart of what it means to raise emotionally secure children. If you’ve ever wondered why parenting feels harder than it should be — or why your own past keeps showing up in the way you parent — these moments will open your eyes. Whether you’re healing from trauma or simply striving to be the best parent you can be, this is the Dr. Gabor Maté wisdom every parent needs to hear._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Growing as parents through deep, real conversations to raise better kids.Sign up for our Raw Newsletter www.rawparentingpodcast.comStay Connected https://www.instagram.com/rawparentingpodcast/Welcome to the Raw Parenting Podcast with Tom and Malorie! Tune in every other Wednesday for our latest episodes.#parent #kids #family #deepstuff

Why are most millennials unhappy, broke and feeling lost in life? Today we pulled out our investigation hats and analyst why so many millennials are feeling very behind in the game of life._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Growing as parents through deep, real conversations to raise better kids.Sign up for our Raw Newsletter www.rawparentingpodcast.comStay Connected https://www.instagram.com/rawparentingpodcast/Welcome to the Raw Parenting Podcast with Tom and Malorie! Tune in every other Wednesday for our latest episodes.#parent #kids #family #deepstuff

In this episode we are talking about the controversial parenting topic of do Millennials deserve the "Worst Parent" label. We go deep into who we are and how did we get to this point. Do Millennials really deserve the "worst parent" label—or are they just the first generation brave enough to parent differently? Millennials are often accused of being overprotective, screen-dependent, and too soft on discipline. Critics claim they’re raising fragile kids in a world that demands resilience. But beneath the headlines and social media memes is a deeper truth: Millennials are parenting in a world no previous generation faced—juggling skyrocketing costs, constant online judgment, and the mental load of trying to break generational cycles. They’re not perfect, but they’re the first to prioritize emotional intelligence over blind obedience, therapy over silence, and connection over control. This conversation asks the hard question: Are Millennials truly the worst parents—or just the most misunderstood?Reference 👍https://www.tiktok.com/@mr.trayvon/video/7305577657750555946?lang=en&q=millennial%20parents%20are%20the%20worst&t=1752429259286https://www.tiktok.com/@dannyboy_sandeigo/video/7262413719806774570?lang=en&q=millennial%20parents%20ruin%20kids&t=1752435078167https://www.tiktok.com/@itsme_lisap/video/7270964572796751146?lang=en&q=millennial%20parents%20ruin%20kids&t=1752435078167https://www.tiktok.com/@hopeyoufindyourdad/video/7305478753835093291?lang=en&q=millennial%20parents%20ruin%20kids&t=1752435078167https://www.tiktok.com/@busyabreeze2/video/7144332758230240555?lang=en&q=millennial%20parents%20ruin%20kids&t=1752435078167https://www.tiktok.com/@healthygamer.gg/video/7229347189024230662?q=this%20is%20the%20problem%20millennials%20face&t=1752616246324https://www.tiktok.com/@miriam_tinny/video/7210534414403685678?q=millennial%20midlife%20crisis&t=1752616299980https://www.tiktok.com/@zoltancomedy/video/7167395570699504938?q=millennials%20are%20too%20self%20aware&t=1752616357653https://youtu.be/KZVZ5kYQKb4?si=fqI78OiL3LcE8q8f_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Growing as parents through deep, real conversations to raise better kids.Sign up for our Raw Newsletter www.rawparentingpodcast.comStay Connected https://www.instagram.com/rawparentingpodcast/Welcome to the Raw Parenting Podcast with Tom and Malorie! Tune in every other Wednesday for our latest episodes.#parent #kids #family #deepstuff

Today we dive into the highly controversial world of daycare. Is daycare hurting our kids emotionally, or is it a necessary lifeline for modern parents? We explore Dr. Erica Komisar’s warning about the potential emotional harm daycare can cause in young children, and contrast it with Hazel Sy’s perspective that parents shouldn’t feel guilty about using daycare.We also share our personal story—how we ignored the subtle signs from our daughter that she didn’t want to be there, and how it impacted her emotional development before we made the tough decision to pull her out.If you’re a parent questioning whether daycare is right for your child, or wondering why this topic is so divisive, this episode will give you practical insight, research-backed perspectives, and a compassionate conversation that helps you make informed decisions for your family.👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell if you want honest, thoughtful discussions about parenting, family, and raising emotionally healthy kids. @ericakomisarlcsw1018  _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Growing as parents through deep, real conversations to raise better kids.Sign up for our Raw Newsletter www.rawparentingpodcast.comStay Connected https://www.instagram.com/rawparentingpodcast/Welcome to the Raw Parenting Podcast with Tom and Malorie! Tune in every other Wednesday for our latest episodes.#parent #kids #family #deepstuff

Dear Viewers,In this episode, we discuss some of our favorite children's books and least favorite children's books and take a look at their deeper meaning. We will be going over some of the classic children books and the modern children books to give our two cents on what we really think about these books. We are a firm believer that not all children books are meant to be read to our kids hence we screen heavily before we introduce any new books. We believe that kids are very easily influenced and that is why it is our job as parents to be that filter block for our children. It seems some books have a deeper meaning that what it should really be and we were are here to explain why it is important to decipher this meaning before it seeps into the young minds. We hope you enjoy this episode if you are someone who is like minded you definitely don't want to miss our on our past and future podcast episodes so hit that Like and Subscribe to stay tuned for more!! Sincerely, Tom and Mal.Stay Connected https://www.instagram.com/rawparentingpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558966186695&mibextid=LQQJ4d/https://x.com/RawParenting101/Welcome to the Raw Parenting Podcast with Tom and Malorie! Tune in every other Wednesday for our latest episodes.#parent #kids #family #deepstuff

t is no surprise to the world that our Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has officially stepped down as the leader of Canada. This has been a long time coming to many Canadians here in the Northern Region. In today's episode we will are opening up about what it's been like for the last several years and what has potentially lead to Trudeau stepping down. How are Canadian families really feeling about the whole thing? Stick around and find out.This is not our typical style video, however as a conservative family we felt it was time to open up about how things have really been in Canada since Trudeau has been the PM._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Confronting Our Past In Order to Raise Healthier Children.Stay Connected https://www.instagram.com/rawparentingpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558966186695&mibextid=LQQJ4d/https://x.com/RawParenting101/Welcome to the Raw Parenting Podcast with Tom and Malorie! Tune in every other Wednesday for our latest episode.#parent #kids #family #deepstuff

What if the most “normal” parenting advice is actually harming your child?In this video, we explore one of the most common parenting techniques—sleep training—and the dark truth behind it that no one talks about.We share our raw, personal story as parents who followed the rules... until we realized the cost.Alongside it, we dig into the forgotten history of sleep training, and the surprising influences that shaped how we raise our kids today.We also took on one question that haunts so many parents:“Why does this feel so wrong… even when everyone says it’s right?”If you’ve ever felt torn, exhausted, or guilty trying to “teach” your baby to sleep—this video might change the way you see everything.💬 In this episode, we talk about:Where the idea of sleep training actually came fromThe emotional cost many families don’t see until it’s too lateWhat signs we saw in our childAnd what we’re doing differently—starting now

What if ancient myths could actually predict your baby’s gender?In this episode, we’re skipping the ultrasound and going old-school—We’re testing the most iconic pregnancy wives’ tales to see if they really work.From belly shape to cravings, mood swings to heartbeat rates—we go through each myth, one by one, to see if these traditional clues can accurately guess the gender of our third baby. The twist?We still don’t know the gender ourselves.We’re waiting until birth to find out—and we’re putting all our faith in folklore to see if the tales were right.We already have two daughters… so if the predictions say "boy"?We might just be in for a shock. Stick around until the end for our real-time reveal:Were the wives’ tales correct—or completely wrong?— Hosted by Tom & Malorie The Raw Parenting Podcast Our mission: Growing as parents through deep, honest conversations to raise healthy, resilient kids. Subscribe for more episodes on parenting, pregnancy, and real family life._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Growing as parents through deep, real conversations to raise better kids.Sign up for our Raw Newsletter www.rawparentingpodcast.comStay Connected https://www.instagram.com/rawparentingpodcast/Welcome to the Raw Parenting Podcast with Tom and Malorie! Tune in every other Wednesday for our latest episodes.#parent #kids #family #deepstuff #GenderPrediction @WivesTales #PregnancyMyth #GenderReveal #Ultrasound

Most will scroll past this. But some will finally understand what’s really at stake. Modern parenting has lost its way — and our kids are paying the price. From emotional disconnection to overstimulation and broken family systems, society has taught us all the wrong things about raising resilient, healthy children. In this video, we expose the hard truth and share a solution that could change everything — if you’re ready to hear it._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Growing as parents through deep, real conversations to raise better kids.Sign up for our Raw Newsletter www.rawparentingpodcast.comStay Connected https://www.instagram.com/rawparentingpodcast/Welcome to the Raw Parenting Podcast with Tom and Malorie! Tune in every other Wednesday for our latest episodes.#parent #kids #family #deepstuff

Parenting isn't always picture - perfect - and in this video, we're diving into the uncommon truths no one talks about. From emotional exhaustion to unexpected mental hallenges, this is the raw, honest side of parenthood most people hid. If you're a parent who's ever felt alone in the chaos, this one's for you.#ParentingTruths #UnspokenParenting #RealParenthood #MomLife #DadLife

What if the way you love your spouse becomes the model your child follows? In this episode, we explore how your marriage shapes your child's future relationships and why that matters more than you think.Tom and Mal_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Growing as parents through deep, real conversations to raise better kids.Sign up for our Raw Newsletter www.rawparentingpodcast.comStay Connected https://www.instagram.com/rawparentingpodcast/Welcome to the Raw Parenting Podcast with Tom and Malorie! Tune in every other Wednesday for our latest episodes.#parent #kids #family #deepstuff

When it comes to potty training mistakes we have experienced them all. In today episode we will go over what NOT to do when it comes to training your young toddler in going to their first potty. We will also include a few important tips and tricks that we have helped us tremendously along the way.Tom and Mal_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Growing as parents through deep, real conversations to raise better kids.Sign up for our Raw Newsletter www.rawparentingpodcast.comStay Connected https://www.instagram.com/rawparentingpodcast/Welcome to the Raw Parenting Podcast with Tom and Malorie! Tune in every other Wednesday for our latest episodes.#parent #kids #family #deepstuff

In this episode we gave an update on our issue with our oldest where she keeps coming out of her bed after she falls asleep!! We feel very bad for her that she always comes into our bedroom crying and screaming but at same time its very disruptive to our sleep. So we tried out a new method to keep her from coming out of her room and calm herself down so she can fall back asleep all by herself.

Why did no one tell us this before we became parents?! Today we discuss what we wished someone would've told us before we became parents._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Growing as parents through deep, real conversations to raise better kids.Sign up for our Raw Newsletter www.rawparentingpodcast.comStay Connected https://www.instagram.com/rawparentingpodcast/Welcome to the Raw Parenting Podcast with Tom and Malorie! Tune in every other Wednesday for our latest episodes.#parent #kids #family #deepstuff

First of all we are so so thankful that you guys are here and listening to our podcast. As Malorie and I continue to embark in this podcasting journey we continue to grow and learn and we are just so happy to have you guys as apart of this community.In today's episode we will be go over what are some things that we did right with our 1st and 2nd child that we will continue to pass it onto our 3rd offspring that is coming very soon! Also things we need to improve on and be better when the 3rd child arrives.Tom and Mal_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Growing as parents through deep, real conversations to raise better kids.Sign up for our Raw Newsletter www.rawparentingpodcast.comStay Connected https://www.instagram.com/rawparentingpodcast/Welcome to the Raw Parenting Podcast with Tom and Malorie! Tune in every other Wednesday for our latest episodes.#parent #kids #family #deepstuff

Homeschooling has been a hot topic between us so today we will discuss whether or not to put our kids into homeschooling or the public education. Furthermore, we will be talking about the goods and bads of public education and homeschool. Whether is it a good idea to teach our children through the hands of ourselves or trust that the public education will give them what they need to survive in this ever changing world. Stay tuned for this episode of the Raw Parenting Podcast!Tom and Mal.