Parents to boys age 7 + 4, Vanessa + James, are here to be completely honest with you about how they've gone from regretting their decision to have kids, to enjoying international travel with them, tantrum-free.  They ended up sharing a powerful story about a recent trip they took that drove home so much of the perspective that we need to be compassionate with our kids and their need to make sense of the world. But most importantly, you'll get to hear how they think, which is one of the most powerful impacts of working with a mentor or coach; being able to not only relate, but adopt their mentalities, viewpoints, perspectives and mindset. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVERED...How the way they're wired and trained as a physician and a scientist make parenting even more challengingThe accommodations they made to make their trip to Mexico so successfulHow James' strength of staying really calm was actually making things worseDON'T MISS:Why they're SO glad they didn't do one-on-one parenting coaching// CONNECT WITH DANIELLE //Website: parentingwholeheartedly.comIG: @parent_wholeheartedlyAPPLY: parentingwholeheartedly.com/applyFREE CONSULT: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

We cover a lot of topics in this episode, so buckle your seat-belts. Today we get a front row seat to learn from a mom already wise in her years, Emily Mulligan!  Emily is a solo mum by choice to two little girls living on the West Coast of Australia.  She walks us through her journey into creating her family, as well as her experience in discovering and managing her PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder, a very severe form of PMS).Crippled by low self-esteem, depression + anxiety as well as an overwhelming feeling of never feeling good enough, Emily has recently discovered her calling outside of a career, working on the impostor syndrome one day at a time!IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVERED...The thoughts + experiences that led Emily to donor conceptionThe way she differentiates depression + anxiety from a hormonal disorderHow her personal project became a social movementDON'T MISS-Ways Emily has leaned on friends and community resources to support her and her girls// MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE //Ngala (Australia)// CONNECT WITH EMILY //Join the waitlist: TheLoveMumProject.comInstagram: @thelovemumprojectPersonal IG: @emilygracemulliganI believe in you + I'm cheering you on.Come say hi!  I'm @parent_wholeheartedly on Insta.Schedule your FREE Consultation: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

In nearly every coaching conversation this week this topic was brought up so it only made sense to talk about it here!I break down what's happening if your child is using this behavior often, how to get ahead of it and how to break free of it by putting it in a box!IN THIS EPISODE, I SHARED...The two likely elements at play when a child is whiningStrategies to eliminate the need for the behaviorHow to talk it out without escalationDON'T MISS:Why it's more effective to allow the screaming than try to stifle it completely// CONNECT WITH DANIELLE //Website: parentingwholeheartedly.comIG: @parent_wholeheartedlyAPPLY: parentingwholeheartedly.com/applyFREE CONSULT: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

Preterm birth accounts for over 1 in 10 births in the United States. Prematurity is one of leading causes of long term health complications & death in children. Half of all maternal mortality loss can be prevented.My guest today, Parijat Desphande is working to end this high risk pregnancy crisis so families don’t meet their child earlier than they should. Parijat is a bestselling author, speaker, consultant, and film producer who is dedicated to improving outcomes and ending preterm birth by adding a trauma-informed, neurobiological lens to prenatal care.  She has served and supported thousands of pregnant people through her live events, one-on-one work, and bestselling book, Pregnancy Brain: A Mind-Body Approach to Stress Management During a High-Risk Pregnancy. In this episode, Parijat documents her roller-coaster journey of becoming a mother without a baby in her arms, her and her son surviving birth at 24 weeks, and navigating viable options to bring a sibling into the world, ultimately through surrogacy. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVERED...How Parijat saved her son's life by prolonging his premature birthWays to support yourself or someone else through a long NICU stayWhat "somatic capacity" is and how to expand yoursDON'T MISS-Why meditation should be LAST on your listThe work that needs to be done to stop the high risk pregnancy crisis// MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE //Book: BURNOUT: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagoski PhD// CONNECT WITH PARIJAT DESPANDE //ParijatDesphande.comBook: Pregnancy BrainInstagram: @healthy.highriskpregnancy I believe in you + I'm cheering you on.Come say hi!  I'm @parent_wholeheartedly on Insta.Schedule your FREE Consultation: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

While you may be breaking generational cycles, today I'm going to open your eyes to a new cycle you might not even know you're perpetuating.I've been taking ferocious notes during a new favorite show and I've compiled the key takeaways for you here!IN THIS EPISODE, I SHARED...How you may be inadvertently encouraging your child's negative behavior (it's NOT by being permissive!)The messages behind attention-seeking and power-seeking behaviorsWays to break free of the vicious cycle and eliminate problem behaviors for goodDON'T MISS:How lessons from "the dog whisperer" would help you support your "anxious aggressive Chihuahua" :)// MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE //Watch on Disney Plus: Cesar Millan: Better Human, Better Dog// CONNECT WITH DANIELLE //Website: parentingwholeheartedly.comIG: @parent_wholeheartedlyAPPLY: parentingwholeheartedly.com/applyFREE CONSULT: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

Do you feel equipped to prevent your child from being a bystander, victim or bully?Kayla Taylor is a best-selling author, researcher, advocate and parent. She recently published "Canaries Among Us", an important expose that blends poignant storytelling and groundbreaking scientific research to empower those caring for the millions of kids challenged by learning differences, bullying and anxiety.In this episode, Kayla shares openly about her family's journey coping with the bullying her daughter endured despite a caring teacher and ongoing conversations with administrators. If your child doesn't fit society's definition of "normal", you might have this fear as well.  Tune into this deep dive into all things bullying prevention, powerful advocacy, working with the school, and raising kind humans. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVERED...The qualifications for something to be considered bullyingWhat's been proven to help prevent it (it starts at home)The skills you need to be a powerful advocate for victimsDON'T MISS-The challenges Kayla did not anticipate while fighting for changeWays to create a deeply rooted culture of kindness and inclusion from a young age in your home// MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE //Book: A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo// CONNECT WITH KAYLA TAYLOR //kaylataylorwrites.comBook: Canaries Among Us: A Mother's Quest to Honor Her Child's Individuality in a Culture Determined to Negate It (link supports Independent Bookstores)I believe in you + I'm cheering you on.Come say hi!  I'm @parent_wholeheartedly on Insta.Schedule your FREE Consultation: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

Unfortunately, your child did not come home stamped from the hospital with the care instructions they need based on their particular temperament."Throwing spaghetti at the wall and seeing what sticks"  likely feels more accurate! If you've been struggling with your child and traditional discipline approaches just aren't landing... you feel like there's something different about them than their siblings or friends, but it feels like you're nearly the only one who sees it... today's episode is going to finally make all of that make sense!IN THIS EPISODE, I SHARED...The 10 most common characteristics of tiny humans with this temperamentHow to make sense of the different terms out thereWhy it feels like you need Dramamine to ride the emotional rollercoasters!DON'T MISS:Why I chose "strong-willed" to identify the families I work with// CONNECT WITH DANIELLE //Website: parentingwholeheartedly.comIG: @parent_wholeheartedlyAPPLY: parentingwholeheartedly.com/applyFREE CONSULT: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

Are you on the never-ending potty training struggle bus?I have good news and bad news. The bad news is there is NO one-size-fits-all way to potty train, especially if you have a strong-willed child.  The good news is there is critical insight you can learn today to make it 10X smoother! After over 5,000 hours of research, my guest today, Allison Jandu created Potty Training Consultant where she has helped 7,000 families potty train. She's created a community where moms can come together without judgment, ask the hard questions, and get evidence-based facts that drive potty success. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVERED...Everything you need to know before you startCommon pitfalls to avoid and misconceptions to debunkWhat to do if they're going #1 in the potty but not #2 DON'T MISS-How to mitigate stress when your potty training has a deadlineWhy accidents can be a good thing and a mantra to cling to// CONNECT WITH ALLISON JANDU //pottytrainingconsultant.comInstagram: @pottytrainingconsultant    I believe in you + I'm cheering you on.Come say hi!  I'm @parent_wholeheartedly on Insta.Schedule your FREE Consultation: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

There are so many reasons to feel insecure, guilt, shame or fear as a parent. How do you know if you're doing okay or if you need to make a change?If your child’s behavior is not your report card, what is?In today's episode I share 3 questions to navigate that help you decide for yourself and your family what the right next step is for you. Many times it's simply letting an expectation go, forgetting about that unsolicited advice, and allowing other families to parent differently than you.Use these questions alongside the day-to-day feedback to stay grounded in the decisions that are best for your kids, and help you truly hear and listen to your gut instinct as their parent.IN THIS EPISODE, I SHARED...3 Questions to ask yourself when doubting, questioning or worried about your parentingA strategic way to address all the "shoulds" in your headA way to re frame the adversity you face day-to-dayDON'T MISS:How I use my family's values to know when something needs to change// MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE //Family Culture + Values from Mighty + Bright// CONNECT WITH DANIELLE //Website: parentingwholeheartedly.comIG: @parent_wholeheartedlyAPPLY: parentingwholeheartedly.com/applyFREE CONSULT: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

If your child has autism, ADHD, sensory processing, anxiety, and/or is strong-willed - you’ll resonate with so much of Afsaneh’s journey. After teaching, writing curriculum and being a huge advocate for public schools (and criticisms of homeschooling), Afsaneh Moradian found herself homeschooling her neurodiverse child.  She didn't feel like there was another viable option.IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVERED...The unique challenges to consider when homeschooling a child with different needsWhat it really means when your child resists direction (and how to handle it)How to be their best advocate, supporting who they are and working with itIndicators that homeschooling isn't working (for you or them)DON'T MISS-How Afsaneh's book series encourages gender-less play in preschoolHer experience supporting her non-binary child and their request to use they/them pronouns// CONNECT WITH AFSANEH MORADIAN //www.mlccoaching.comFree Guide: Roadmap to Anti-ResistanceInstagram: @moradian.afsanehBook: Jamie is JamieNeurodiverse Homeschooling Summit: Empowering Moms to Conquer Homeschooling Challenges and Thrive with ConfidenceFREE VIRTUAL EVENT: July 16th - July 31st www.mlccoaching.com/summit-registrationI believe in you + I'm cheering you on.Come say hi!  I'm @parent_wholeheartedly on Insta.Schedule your FREE Consultation: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

From 3 meltdowns/DAY to 2/WEEK!  THAT'S A 90% DECREASE!  Parents of 2 kids ages 3 + under, Jaclyn + Ryan, are SPILLING THE BEANS - sharing all sorts of insider secrets, insight and advice after graduating my program, Wholeheartedly CALM!I pick their brain, digging for what takeaways stuck with them, how their mindset shifted, and how different life is now, including NO LONGER walking on eggshells.IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVERED...The "Game-Changers" they attribute their success toWhat they thought it'd be like VS. What it wasThe mantras bouncing around in their heads to this dayDON'T MISS:The term they coined for me! :)// CONNECT WITH DANIELLE //Website: parentingwholeheartedly.comIG: @parent_wholeheartedlyAPPLY: parentingwholeheartedly.com/applyFREE CONSULT: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

When your child's anger scares you, you often don't know where to turn next.Where are they learning this MEAN behavior?  Do they need a therapist?  Do they have ADHD?  WHY are they SO angry?!You've explained "we don't hit" 1,000X, so when aggressive behavior continues past age 4... you have no patience for it (understandably).  You end up walking on eggshells, trying to stay ahead of it, never knowing what might set them off next.IN THIS EPISODE, I SHARE...Why anger is so BIG in strong-willed kids3 "red flags" to consider regarding your child's angerWhat's ACTUALLY proven to stabilize and diffuse the anger in the strong-willed kids of my clients (typically from 3 outbursts/day to only 2/week!)DON'T MISS:My thoughts on whether or not empathy comes "pre-wired"/ CONNECT WITH DANIELLE //Website: parentingwholeheartedly.comIG: @parent_wholeheartedlyAPPLY: parentingwholeheartedly.com/applyFREE CONSULT: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

In this Father's Day-inspired episode, Kevin Seldon, host of the DILF (Dad I'd Like to Friend) Podcast, is here to share his journey of navigating infertility, bonding with his baby, staying at home for a year, and working on himself.He shares insight into creating more equal parenting partnerships by prioritizing opportunities for each partner to establish their own way, holding weekly business meetings, and also having time to reset.Tune in for a breakdown on how he became a maternal gatekeeper, what he's realized after countless interviews on his own platform, and how we can shift the dynamic of mom VS. dad to everyone getting the support they need and deserve so our kids thrive too.IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVERED...Why it's so important to support BOTH parents postpartumUpdating the idea of co-parenting to being "co-pilots" utilizing principles, trust, and empowering your partnerHow to identify and stop maternal gatekeeping in its tracksDON'T MISS-How to implement the concept of a "Freedom Shift"Ways to "pick your battles" in your relationship// MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE //Blog Post: Surviving Infertility (a father's journey)// CONNECT WITH KEVIN SELDON //Podcast - Dad I'd Like to FriendSurvey - survey.dadidliketofriend.comMerch - https://shop.dadidliketofriend.com  promo code: MOMLOVE I believe in you + I'm cheering you on.Come say hi!  I'm @parent_wholeheartedly on Insta.Schedule your FREE Consultation: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

Shame lives in the darkness; in the silence - the things unsaid. Freedom is found in honesty, vulnerability, and a round of "me too!"Parents of strong-willed kids bear a heavy burden when parenting feels exhausting, relenting, challenging, frustrating, and defeating on a daily basis.   Today I break down 10 things parents are afraid to admit, and why it's 100% okay for them to feel that way.IN THIS EPISODE, I SHARE...Things that feel so cringe to say out loud but are true nonethelessThe paradox felt between the guilt of overreacting and underreactingWhat to do if you check every single boxDON'T MISS:Why you should have more compassion for yourself than you do// CONNECT WITH DANIELLE //Website: parentingwholeheartedly.comIG: @parent_wholeheartedlyAPPLY: parentingwholeheartedly.com/applyFREE CONSULT: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

4 Steps. 1 Takeaway Message. Rewrite them + multiply the effectiveness of your parenting tenfold!NO Strong-Willed Child required.Worth sending to your partner!IN THIS EPISODE, I SHARE...How to flip your parenting from "typical" to "intentional"Insight into the message your child's receiving from youHow to zoom out and make sense of shifting your approach entirelyDON'T MISS:A new way of looking at the parenting you experienced as a child// CONNECT WITH DANIELLE //Website: parentingwholeheartedly.comIG: @parent_wholeheartedlyAPPLY: parentingwholeheartedly.com/applyFREE CONSULT: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

"I blamed myself. I didn't see the signs. I wish I would've done it sooner."How often do you get to hear a mom vulnerably share from hindsight all the regrets she has AND the ways she's grown and found self-compassion?!Lynn McLaughlin is a former teacher, principal, and superintendent turned author and college educator while being a mom to three kids age 24-28.  Her middle child was a volatile child with BIG emotions and eventually debilitating anxiety, and Lynn had no idea how to help.Lynn is able now to look back and share ways she would've shifted from swooping in and enabling out of fear and worry to modeling and building coping skills.IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVERED...How to shift your response from being responsive to being proactiveThe importance of reflection, mindfulness and modeling as parentsClarity on when to help and when to back offDON'T MISS-The messages you send based on how you reactHow Lynn no longer blames herself, yet changed her behavior // MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE //Interview: How to Avoid Falling Down the Parenting Well with Torie Henderson// CONNECT WITH LYNN MCLAUGHLIN //Taking the Helm Podcast is on VoiceAmerica Talk Radio Network LIVE every Wednesday at 10 am EST. Call into the show at 866-472-5792.Children's Book Series: The Power of ThoughtIG: @lynnmclaI believe in you + I'm cheering you on.Come say hi!  I'm @parent_wholeheartedly on Insta.Schedule your FREE Consultation: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

Disclaimer: EVERYTHING IN THIS EPISODE IS SARCASM :)For a fun take on why some of the ways we think and act are ABSURD, I compiled 11 random ways to most definitely and without question feel like you're FAILING at parenting + motherhood.IN THIS EPISODE, I SHARE...Insight into ways you might be thinking you don't realizeHow to take the weight off your shoulders + find self-compassionNew awareness around how to shift into more helpful next stepsDON'T MISS:How to overthink everything + overload your brain :)// CONNECT WITH DANIELLE //Website: parentingwholeheartedly.comIG: @parent_wholeheartedlyAPPLY: parentingwholeheartedly.com/applyFREE CONSULT: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

"I just want my daughter to have a healthier relationship with food + her body than I have."In honor of Mother's Day coming up, today's episode will teach you how to leverage your uniquely powerful influence as a mom to raise a daughter that never has to "heal" her relationship with food!Amelia Sherry, registered dietitian (RD) is the author of - Diet Proof Your Daughter: A Mother’s Guide to Raising Girls who Have Happy, Healthy Relationships with Food and Body.She is also the founder of NourishHer.com, an online space dedicated to helping mothers raise girls who have positive relationships with food and their bodies.As a mom of 3 daughters, Amelia knows there is so much more baggage surrounding body image as a woman in our modern-day culture.  This is one of those episodes that offers priceless insight into creating the outcomes that matter most to our kids decades from now! IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVERED...How to re-define health based on habits, not weight A holistic description of a "healthy eater"The #1 risk factor for eating disordersDON'T MISS-What to say if older generations make uncomfortable commentsWhat to expect when your daughter hits puberty// MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE //Book: I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy// CONNECT WITH AMELIA SHERRY //https://nourishher.com/dietproofIG: @AmeliaSherryRD**FREE on AMAZON May 9-11th, 2023** Ebook: Diet-Proof Your Daughter: A Mother's Guide to Raising Girls Who Have Happy, Healthy Relationships with Food and BodyI believe in you + I'm cheering you on.Come say hi!  I'm @parent_wholeheartedly on Insta.Schedule your FREE Consultation: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

Every kid has meltdowns. Every parent yells. How do you know if you're on the right track?  Especially when you feel like your child's behavior might be *normal*, it's hard to know when to reach out without feeling like you're overreacting. And if you've already done a lot of work on your parenting, how can you know when something needs to change?IN THIS EPISODE, I SHARE...When to come to conclusions (and when not to)Questions to ask yourself to gain perspectiveThe most important indicator to considerDON'T MISS:How my intake process differs from other professionals// CONNECT WITH DANIELLE //Website: parentingwholeheartedly.comIG: @parent_wholeheartedlyAPPLY: parentingwholeheartedly.com/applyFREE CONSULT: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

"I'm afraid I'm causing bad habits!" - Every mom filled with guilt + concern over their child's sleep.With over 20 years in the research field studying sleep and infant mental health (and a mom to 2 twenty-somethings), Macall Gordon, M.A. is here to make you feel a whole lot better about how you’ve handled things - no matter how you’ve handled them!Macall has conducted and presented research on temperament, sleep, and parenting advice at conferences around the world.  She is also a certified Gentle Sleep Coach in private practice as well as a Featured Provider with the women’s telehealth platform, Maven Clinic. Together we shed light on common myths + misconceptions about sleep habits and sleep training, including Cry It Out.IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVERED...The temperament of Livewires + why nothing you've done has worked for themIndividualism, Self-reliance, and Consumerism: How American culture affects the sleep industryFlaws in the way sleep research is established + shared, helping you become an informed, educated consumer + parentDON'T MISS-A breakdown of behaviorism as an approach (and why it's incomplete)When it could be something else: Night terrors, Sleep Apnea, and Restless Leg Syndrome (Kids can have it too!)// MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE //Book: Constructing the Self, Constructing America: A Cultural History of Psychotherapy by Philip CushmanArticle: Low Ferritin: The little-known reason for chronic sleep issues // CONNECT WITH MACALL GORDON //Website: littlelivewires.comFacebook, Instagram, Tiktok: @littlelivewiresUpcoming book (targeted for publication in late 2024) for parents about working on sleep with temperament in mind.I believe in you & I'm cheering you on.Come say hi!  I'm @parent_wholeheartedly on Insta.Schedule your FREE Consultation: wholeheartedly.as.me/callSupport the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com