The Parenting with Impact Podcast with Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster, co-creators of ImpactParents.com, inspires parents and professionals guiding complex kids, teens and young adults all over the world to become capable, independent adults. ImpactParents.com is an online community, award-winning blog, and direct service provider for parents and professionals. Elaine and Diane are certified professional coaches with their own lived experience raising children with complex challenges ...
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Parenting Stories, Struggles and Strategies for Moms and Dads of School-aged Children, Teenagers, and Impactful Parents
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The Impactful Parenting Podcast helps parents turn their chaos into connection with their children. Through meaningful stories, the podcast provides parenting tips for making family life easier! Why? Because school-aged children bring different challenges to parenting that younger kids don’t! The Impactful Parenting Podcast provides help for raising your adolescent child. So if you’re asking yourself questions like: • ”Is this normal?” • ”Why is my teenager doing this?” • ”How do I get my ch ...
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266: Parenting Independent Children YIKES!
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Parenting Independent Children When a child grows up independent, it is a gift, but it can also hurt. Where did my little boy go? Why do they have to grow up so fast? I don't want to lose our bond! Watch as I tell my own stories of raising independent children, and I give 5 tips to parents along the way! Discover how these 5 tips saved my heart and…
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Ep 163: How to Stop Fixing So You Can Start Helping
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Parenting is a journey filled with challenges, triumphs, and everything in between. One of the most important skills parents can learn is the art of fixing vs. helping. It's a delicate balance that can have a profound impact on a child's development and well-being. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane about fixing vs h…
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Ep 162: The Alycat Series: Helping Younger Kids Manage Daily Life Challenges
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Award-winning author Alysson graduated from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette with a degree in elementary education. She is a certified elementary education teacher and earned a law degree from the Southern University Law Center. After practicing law for six years, she traded in writing trial briefs for writing children’s books. Her books fe…
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265: Who Can You Trust? A Discussion about Ruby Franke
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Ruby Franke: Who can you trust? Ruby Franke was a social media parenting coach who took her parenting techniques too far. Franke had a popular YouTube channel with over 2 million followers. She is was also arrested for abusing her children. In this episode of the Impactful Parent, we discuss Ruby Franke, her teachings, and her influence. Join us! T…
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Ep. 161: When It Feels Like It’s Just Too Much
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Stop the Roller Coaster, I want to get off! In today's fast-paced world, resilience and flexibility are crucial for survival. With constant changes happening around us, being able to adapt and bounce back from challenges is key to thriving in this environment. Understanding complex children is also essential for their well-being and development. Ea…
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264: Teaching Kids and Teens To Learn From Mistakes
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Teaching Kids and Teens To Learn From Mistakes Most parents want their child to come to them when they are in trouble and need help, BUT will your child come to you in their time of need? Many parents make simple errors that unintentionally push their child away! In this video, parents will learn several tips and techniques to get their child to co…
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Ep 160: Success! “Dad’s Fun, But I Can Talk to Mom About Anything”
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This episode brings you another Success Story from the ImpactParents Community! Sonja shares her story of seeking support and guidance while utilizing a coaching approach that fosters independence. Listen to this inspiring Success Stories Edition of Parenting With Impact episode with Sonja about seeking support and guidance. Parenting is Leadership…
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263: Socializing Strategies for Awkward, Shy, or Twice Exceptional Kids
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Socializing Strategies for Awkward, Shy or Twice-Exceptional Kids Discover socializing strategies for kids who are shy, awkward, or twice exceptional! Special guest, Sam Young, founder of the Young Scholars Academy, gives impactful parents tips and tricks for helping kids socialize with greater success. In this episode, you will find: ⭐ An explanat…
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Ep 159: Rules, Boundaries, & Agreements: Balancing Freedom with Responsibility
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Rules, boundaries and agreements are essential components of a healthy family dynamic. They help set expectations, create structure, and foster communication among family members. However, navigating these aspects can sometimes be challenging. Let's delve into how accountability measures, collaborative agreements, and setting boundaries play a cruc…
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Is Parenting Worth It? How Do I know if I am ready? Forward this episode to a friend because parental readiness is so important! In this Impactful Parent episode, you'll find the pros and cons to parenting, plus questions to ask yourself to discover your parenting readiness! 0:00 Intro 1:25 Pros to parenting 5:00 Cons of parenting 9:15 How can I kn…
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Ep 158: ADHD Diagnosis & Treatment: From Skepticism to Evidence-Based Innovation
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Phil Anderton, a visionary in the field of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), has revolutionized the way we perceive and address this condition. Through his leadership at ADHD 360, the largest and most successful ADHD medical clinic in Europe, Phil and his team have consistently pushed boundaries and paved the way for new possibilitie…
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Best Options After High School Best Options After High School with Emma Perez. Emma gives parents and students 7 options for continuing student education after high school. PLUS- this video comes with TWO FREEBIES to help your family make the perfect "After High School Choice!" -- Rate, Review, & Subscribe! "I love Kristina and all the FREE tips th…
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Ep. 157: Balancing Boundaries to Stop Emotional Parenting
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Aaron is the founder of “Parenting Teens that Struggle” and the host of the #1 Parenting Podcast “Beyond Risk and Back” which is in the top 3% GLOBALLY for parent podcasts. His new book, The 4 Prime Archetypes- Why we do what we do is out! It is personality profiling at it’s best! Get ready to point fingers at your loved ones, take a good long look…
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Getting kids to do chores Tips and suggestions for getting kids to do chores and live clutter free! FREE PDF inside the Impactful Parent app with this episode. Special guest Farnaz Dar ---- LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES …
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Ep 156: The Surprising Challenges of a Strengths-Based Approach
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The Parenting with Impact podcast presents an intriguing topic, discussing how parents can amplify their children's strengths while also addressing their challenges. Elaine and Diane, two prominent voices in this discussion, share unique but complementary perspectives shaped by their experiences. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with El…
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259: Being Unapologetically YOU and Avoiding the Parent Trap!
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Being Unapologetically YOU and Avoiding the Parent Trap! Just like so many parents, I too, have fallen into the parent trap! What is the parent trap? The trap where you PUT YOURSELF LAST to take care of everyone else. The trap is where you GIVE UP all the things you used to love to do because you don't feel you have time anymore. The trap in which …
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Ep. 155: Understanding Learning Styles: A Curiosity-Driven Approach
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Derek is a father, coach, adventure-seeker, and self-exploration enthusiast. He arrived at coaching through his own journey of self-discovery — experiencing the impact of coaching firsthand. On paper he was successful, but inside felt perpetually stuck and controlled by subtle yet pesky doubts, fears, and negativity. By focusing on core fundamental…
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258: Helping Kids That Want To Fit In
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Helping Kids That Want To Fit In YOU DON'T WANT YOUR KIDS TO FIT IN! Let me explain... This episode of the Impactful Parent talks about why parents shouldn't want their kids to fit in. You see, fitting in means that a child has to change themselves to be accepted by the group. Yet, the longing to BELONG is very strong. If a child does not think the…
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Ep 154: Parent Success! What We Wish We'd Known 10 Years Ago
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This episode brings you another Success Story from the ImpactParents Community! Diane and Andy are dedicated parents who have navigated the challenges of their son's ADHD complex diagnosis since he was ten years old. Seeking support from Impact Parents, they have actively engaged in coaching and resources to better understand and support their son'…
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257: Does Seeing Kids Outside Seem Unusual To You?
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Does Seeing Kids Outside Seem Unusual To You? This episode has several controversial topics of discussion! Centering around a TikTok clip produced by Spartan owner Joe Desena, this episode explores topics like: *Should people step in and say something when they see something they feel is wrong, even if it could be dangerous? *Are devices the root c…
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Ep 153: Trusting Complex Kids & Helping Them Trust Us
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Trust in relationships, particularly between parents and children, is a fundamental cornerstone for effective communication, learning, and growth. Elaine and Diane delve into the complexities of trust-building, especially with neurodiverse children. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane about communication and building …
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256: What Parents Need To Know About Fentanyl
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What Parents Need To Know About Fentanyl Be proactive and save a life! This episode is full of important gems of knowledge that every parent needs to know! * What is fentanyl? * Why is it so scary and lethal? * How are kids getting ahold of this drug? * Is snorting or eating fentanyl different? * Can you spot fentanyl so you can warn your kids? * S…
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Ep 152: Adapting as a Parent: How to Hold On While Letting Go
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Deborah MacNamara, a highly experienced developmentalist, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the field of parenting and child development. With a PhD and years of working alongside renowned author Gordon Neufeld, she has dedicated her career to understanding how children grow and thrive. Deborah's extensive background in academia, counse…
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255: A Dad's Perspective on Parenting. Meet Rodrigo Bravo
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A Dad's Perspective on Parenting. Meet Rodrigo Bravo This is just what the impactful parent community was looking for! A dad's perspective! Meet Rodrigo Bravo! Rodrigo will be joining the Impactful Parent stage biweekly to give his insights, advice, and dad's perspective on parenting topics. Rodrigo is a certified mediator in Texas and a parenting …
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Ep 151: Improving Practices, Diagnosis, and Treatment of ADHD
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Sometimes in the world of ADHD, we parents come across a medical provider who really, really 'gets it.' This is one of those times! Dr. Aaron Dodini understands the nuances of diagnosing and treating ADHD, and has thoughts about the future of this complex condition. This conversation is a must listen for anyone with kids or adults who have ADHD in …
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254: I Am Losing My Mind and Control of My Body: Let's Talk About Perimenopause
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I Am Losing My Mind and Control of My Body: Let's talk about PERIMENOPAUSE This is not my best video. This is me being real about how my body is making me feel and how it is affecting my parenting! If you or your wife are going through perimenopause, then this episode is for you! Watch me go a little insane and explain how my body is betraying me. …
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Ep 150: Recognizing and Managing Stress Triggers as Parents
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Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster about parental well-being. Ten Self Care Tips for Parents Do you give and give until you give yourself away? You’re not alone! In this FREE guide for caring (and exhausted!) parents, you may recognize some of the key tips -- but it’s always good to have a remin…
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253: How to Motivate a Lazy Teenager
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How to Motivate a Lazy Teenager 5 steps to motivating a lazy teenager! Discover how you can change your relationship with your child so that your teen will listen, get motivated, and start moving! Rate, Review, & Subscribe! "I love Kristina and all the FREE tips that she has to offer! Thank you for making my parenting journey better!"
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Ep 149: Using Humor as a Path to Connect
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Using music and humor as her instruments, Amy orchestrates powerful moments of connection that leave people feeling encouraged and empowered. As a board-certified music therapist and a Certified Humor Professional, Amy conducts meaningful experiences that build community and center on the joy that music adds to our lives. One of her proudest accomp…
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252: Help! My Son Want To Wear A Dress
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Help! My Son Want To Wear A Dress You are not alone. ❤️ More kids and teens are expressing themselves in non-traditional ways, and many parents 🧡don't know what to do 💛are not sure how to respond 💚are scared, worried, confused, and 💙 need to help navigating this unfamiliar and sometimes uncomfortable situation. If Rate, Review, & Subscribe! "I love…
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Ep 148: Nurturing Talents: Supporting Children's Passions and Interests
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Jesse LeBeau is one of today’s most highly sought after youth speakers and teen coaches. His unlikely underdog story has inspired millions of teens through his speaking, best-selling books and youth programs. He is one of the worlds premiere basketball trick artists and is regularly featured on TV, film, and international tours. Jesse’s new reality…
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251: How To Reconnect With Your Child
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How to Reconnect with Your Child: 5 Effective Strategies Discover 5 effective strategies for rebuilding a relationship or making a relationship stronger with your child. LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes includ…
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Ep 147: Shifting from Nagging to Collaborative Solutions
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Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode about nagging. Ten Tips for Calm and Confident Parenting of Complex Kids Parenting complex kids can be difficult, even mind-numbing at times. In this FREE Guide you’ll find clear, quick guidance to help you calm the chaos and more confidently prepare your child for greater independence and success! Learn…
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250: How Parents Unintentionally Hurt Their Child's Self-Esteem
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How Parents Unintentionally Hurt Their Child's Self-Esteem This is a MUST-SEE Impactful Parent Episode for anyone who is worried about their child's mental health, self-esteem, and well-being! Parents unintentionally hurt their child's self-esteem all the time! You do too, and you probably don't know it! Discover 12 COMMON ways parents unintentiona…
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Ep 146: Simple, Safe & Connected -- Tips to Navigate Big Emotions
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Parenting With Impact with Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster Episode 146 Simple, Safe & Connected -- Tips to Navigate Big Emotions with Sonali Vongchusiri Sonali Vongchusiri is founder of Forward Together Parenting and the "Raising Your Strong-Willed Child" series. She often says that she WAS that kid and now she HAS three of those kids. As a …
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249: Lice: Myths, Prevention, And How To Really Get Rid of These Bugs!
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Lice: Myths, Prevention, And How To Really Get Rid of These Bugs! Ewwww! If Lice gives you the creepy crawlies, then this episode is for you! On this episode of the Impactful Parent, we have the Lice Queen herself, Irene Steinberg. Irene debunks the common myths about lice. She also gives parents REAL ADVICE for prevention and how to GET RID OF THE…
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Ep 145: Navigating Communication and Complexity in Parenting
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Leslie Josel, a renowned expert in effective communication strategies for parenting complex kids, has over two decades of experience in this field. Leslie's perspective on this topic is rooted in her belief that effective communication is the most crucial aspect for parents to understand. She emphasizes that all issues related to parenting complex …
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248: 5 things you need to know before you foster to adopt
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5 things you need to know before you foster to adopt If you are considering adopting a child through the foster care system, then you need to watch this episode! Here are 5 things you need to know before you foster to adopt! Lane Igoudin is the father of two adopted girls. He wrote a book called A Family Maybe that depicts his personal story of goi…
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Ep 144: Helping Young Adults get back on Track
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The topic of supporting parents of young adults, with its unique challenges, evolving relationships, and opportunities for growth, is the focus of this Parenting with Impact podcast episode. Join Diane and Elaine on this episode as they delve deeper into this significant and necessary area of focus. Episode 144 Helping Young Adults Get Back On Trac…
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247: New Year Resolutions Every Parent Needs
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New Year Resolutions Every Parent Needs 10 New year resolutions that every parent needs to cultivate a better relationship with their child and make them a better parent! These resolutions are simple and an effective way to bond with your child in a more meaningful way. It doesn't matter what age your child is or your economic status. These parenti…
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Ep 143: Navigating Parenthood: Embracing the Coach Approach
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This episode brings you another Success Story from the ImpactParents Community! Elena Nichols is passionate in raising complex kids through personal transformation and effective communication. After stumbling upon coaching by accident, she became intrigued by the concept of self-awareness and its potential for personal growth. As a parent of a chil…
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246: How To Be An Impactful Parent (part 2)
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How to be an Impactful Parent! Part 2 I wish there was a secret sauce formula to parenting, BUT I can at least tell you what I do! As a mom of four kids and a parenting coach, here are 25 habits and lessons that I live by. I implement these habits and lessons with my own children and preach them to my clients as well. There may not be a secret form…
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Ep 142: Helping Complex Kids Envision Their Future
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As parents, we worry about our kids fulfilling their potential, and want them to think about what they want their future to look like. How do we encourage our complex kids to envision a future, when they may still be struggling with the present? Sheila Akbar joined the Signet team in the summer of 2010, bringing with her a wealth of experience teac…
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245: How To Be An Impactful Parent (part 1)
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How to be an Impactful Parent! I wish there was a secret sauce formula to parenting, BUT I can at least tell you what I do! As a mom of four kids and a parenting coach, here are 25 habits and lessons that I live by. I implement these habits and lessons with my own children and preach them to my clients as well. There may not be a secret formula for…
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Ep 141: What Support do ADHD'ers Need? Book Smart or Street Smart?
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Elaine and Diane are back from the Annual International Conference on ADHD 2023! Hear about the ongoing evolution of ADHD management approaches, emphasizing the need for nuanced perspectives, change management strategies, and empowerment for individuals and families impacted by ADHD. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Dian…
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244: The Secret Sauce To Being A Better Parent
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The Secret Sauce To Being A Better Parent. Habits of successful parents. William Vanderbloemen discovered the secret sauce to parenting by accident. Now he shares his secret with the world in his book, Be the Unicorn. There, he gives the 12 habits of the most successful people, which also happen to be the secret sauce to being a better parent! Disc…
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Ep 140: Connection & Compassion: Parenting Children & Teens in Difficult Times
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Susan Stiffelman is a licensed Marriage, Family and Child Therapist and the author of Parenting Without Power Struggles and Parenting With Presence. Her work focuses on helping parents forge sturdy attachment with their children as the calm, confident “Captain of the ship.” She hosts a popular podcast and offers online classes and is a lifelong med…
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243: How To Manage Everything And Not Go Nuts!
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How To Manage Everything And Not Go Nuts! Tips for being more efficient and more organized as a parent! Thank you to special guest Allison Task! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes included! Apple Store: https://…
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Ep 139: Navigating the Parenthood Journey with Conscious Transformation and Empathy
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Ginny Luther shares her journey of parenting her son, Bart, a defiant, passionate, and determined child who challenged her to shift from control to connection. Ginny Luther MS, is an Educational and Family Behavioral Consultant, founder of Peaceful Parenting LLC, and Conscious Discipline Master Instructor. She is a dynamic international speaker for…
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242: Managing Parenting Stress. Are you drinking?
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Managing Parenting Stress. Are you drinking? Do you drink to cope with the stresses of parenthood? Or maybe you deal with your stress by numbing out on other substances? Wine? Weed? Mushrooms? You are not alone! Managing stress is NOT EASY. Parenthood is full of stress. It is too easy to rely on substances to help us cope. Heck, society even encour…
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