Unqualified Parenting

Self-Care SOS: Unleashing the Power of Me-Time for Supercharged Parenting

In this episode of Unqualified Parenting, we dive into the essential topic of self-care for parents.

Discover the importance of taking care of yourself to become the best parent you can be.

Join us as we explore practical tips and strategies for busy parents to incorporate self-care into their daily routines.

Plus, we're excited to announce that Unqualified Parenting is going on a summer break! But don't worry, we'll be back soon with more insightful episodes.

In the meantime, we want to hear from you!

Cody deeply apologizes for the delay in getting this episode to you. 

But, in this episode, we'll be looking back at the year that was and discussing some of the biggest parenting challenges we faced. We'll also be sharing our holiday plans and strategies for getting through the holiday season with our little ones. Join us for a reflective and informative episode as we close out the year and gear up for a new one.

Being a stepparent is hard, especially if you're new at it! We have some tips to help you and your family navigate the tumultuous waters of becoming a functional, blended family, without losing your mind or your independence in the process.

What do you want this year to look like in regards to your child's schooling? Do you often make your kid's work your problem? It's time to set a goal and avoid falling into old habits! 

Cody takes us through a new strategy to help his daughter succeed this year in school and out of school.

Do you have an attention seeking child or a bossy tween? Are you bewildered and don't understand where this behavior is coming from, or how to fix it? Try these 5 tips and be sure to email us with questions and stories at hello@unqualifiedparenting.com!

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We've all heard of dopamine, serotonin, endorphins and oxytocin, but how do we get those natural boosts of happiness? What happens if we're not getting enough of these things? We go over each in this episode, and the effects on your body and your relationships if you're not getting enough of these things.

Whoa did we open a can of worms choosing the Nature vs Nurture topic! You've probably heard of this phrase, but maybe you don't understand which is which? We explain what each of these things mean, give examples of which is which, and we dive into the giant world of epigenetics.

Epigenetics shows how trauma, malnutrition, and more can be past down through generations. Good news is, it can be reversed!

We point out the benefits of disadvantages of breastfeeding and of formula feeding, and remind the listeners that fed is best! If you have a friend who is feeling guilty about their inability to breast feed, have them listen to this episode!

Parenting comes with a lot of questions, and with all the research and studying we've done, we thought we'd take a crack at answering some of them. An important thing we noticed in some of these is how they were worded. If you have an important question to ask your partner, be sure to think about it before laying it out there. A poorly worded question can be taken defensively, or entirely wrong! It all comes down to communication. What works for some, may not work for you, and that's okay!

Ep 75: Dealing with Death: Helping your child Cope with Loss

Death is a part of life, and helping our kids through loss can seem overwhelming. We are dealing with so much ourselves, that sometimes knowing what to say, and what not to say, to your kid can seem like too much.

In this episode, learn how to prepare them for the death of a pet or loved one, and things you can do to prepare them for the situation if you're fortunate enough to know ahead of time.

Have you ever wondered if your kid has social anxiety? When should you worry? How do you help prevent them from developing social anxiety in the first place? We cover symptoms of children of all ages and tips to help prevent social anxiety, and to help them overcome it.

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Would you like to feel like an amazing parent? Listen to these Worst and Best Parent stories we've gathered. Some are so far back in history, you won't even feel guilty! You can't compare yourself to someone from the 800's. So tune in for some fascinating stories about who we think are the best and worst parents in history.

Shownotes

Balloon Boy on CNN - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wI6UONWCq7A&t=68s

Being in a blended family is challenging, especially during the holidays. You may have heard some of these before, but since your life is always changing, give yourself a refresher or you might even learn something new!

Are you feeling extra short tempered? Overwhelmed? Are you even starting to wonder if you're depressed? You might be experience parental burnout! Learn more about what this is, how to see it coming, and how to get out of the cycle you're in.

Article on the impact of parental burnout - https://www.apa.org/monitor/2021/10/cover-parental-burnout.

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Coach Kim Giles shares her insight on how fear can often impact how we handle situations with our step-kids. There are 3 common step-kid dynamics, and she shares tips on how to deal with each. If you struggle with feeling confident, or feeling like you don't know what or what not to do when dealing with your step-kids, then this episode is for you.

Are you a dad with daughters and aren't sure if you should or shouldn't be involved in conversations about THAT TIME of the month? Well we're here to help you normalize it!

Plus, Toddler Issues! Sometimes as parents we lose our way and get caught in cycles. We fall into traps and it's hard to climb back out of them even when you see it happening! This is why Jen was glad Cody had already gone through a lot of lying issues, because she saw what she had started doing was not the right approach, especially with a 3 year old! Plus, this podcast reminded her to not fight food battles! You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make them drink.

The brain obviously plays a huge role in how we perceive things, react to things, and why we lash out. If we can talk to our kids about how, and why, our emotions seem to get away from us sometimes, they might just be able to use this new found emotional intelligence to interact in a more constructive way. Find out more in this week's episode!

Find more information on Dr. Sarah Allen, or to find her books and parenting classes

When your doctor tells you the only way to fix your issues is a hysterectomy, you need to decide sooner than you may have planned!

Jen decided no way and here is her journey, reasonings, and tips on how to support others who may be going through the opposite problem (infertility).

It's winter and you're a parent, trapped indoors in an ever changing pandemic, trying to keep your sanity. You're trying to entertain your kids. Trying to work in a totally new way that no one saw coming. We're here to help you take care of yourself!

What are some things that really stood out to us that we learned doing this podcast this year? Here's a short recap of some of our top tips, and interesting tidbits about the year. We grew a lot in 2020, so we would never say it was a waste of a year, and we hope if you're listening to this podcast, you can say the same. However, we are all very ready to say goodbye to 2020 and excited to bring on 2021. 

Happy Holidays from all of us at Unqualified Parenting. We hope you stay safe while celebrating the holidays.

In this episode, Jen and Cody take a much needed break from the parenting advice and instead play a fun getting to know you game.

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