Less Drama More Mama

<p>Four hundred episodes.</p> <p>For this one, I did something I've never done before. I asked you to send in your parenting questions by voice message, and I answered them on the show.</p> <p>This episode covers six real questions from moms in my community. We talk about things like a five-year-old’s defiance and name-calling, feeling overwhelmed when everything feels urgent, high-conflict co-parenting exchanges, reacting to a teenager’s phone calls, sibling rivalry, and disagreeing with a husband about consequences.</p> <p>There’s a good chance something in this episode will speak directly to what you’re navigating.</p> <p>For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/400</p> <p>The post <a href="https://lessdramamoremama.com/stay-calm-mom-tantrums-conflict-co-parenting/">Ask Me Anything: Tantrums, Sibling Conflict, Co-Parenting, and Staying Calm – 400</a> appeared first on <a href="https://lessdramamoremama.com">Less Drama More Mama</a>.</p>

<p>In today’s episode, I’m sharing seven things loving moms do.</p> <p>These are the same things I teach inside Damn Good Mama, and they’re what help moms start showing up differently at home.</p> <p>Of course, you love your kids deeply. But how do you show that love when your child is upset, pushing back, or not listening, and you can feel yourself getting pulled into a reaction you don’t want?</p> <p>I walk through each of the seven things with personal stories and real examples from clients, so you can see what this looks like in real life, not just in theory.</p> <p>If you’ve ever struggled to show your love in those moments, this episode will help.</p> <p>For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/399</p> <p>The post <a href="https://lessdramamoremama.com/7-things-loving-moms-do/">7 Things Loving Moms Do – 399</a> appeared first on <a href="https://lessdramamoremama.com">Less Drama More Mama</a>.</p>

<p>Your child is perfectly fine at home. Relaxed. Talkative. Maybe even sweet.</p> <p>Then you show up at school, wave a little too enthusiastically, and suddenly you're getting an eye roll, a sharp "Mom, stop," or something worse, right in front of their friends.</p> <p>When your child is rude to you in front of other people, it can leave you feeling embarrassed, hurt, and confused.</p> <p>Learn why this happens (especially in the tween and teen years) and how to respond in a way that keeps you feeling calm, connected, and confident.</p> <p>For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/398</p> <p>The post <a href="https://lessdramamoremama.com/child-rude-in-front-of-others/">When Your Child Is Rude to You in Front of Others – 398</a> appeared first on <a href="https://lessdramamoremama.com">Less Drama More Mama</a>.</p>

<p>Boys and girls move through the tween years very differently.</p> <p>They handle friendships, express emotions, and start testing their independence each in their own ways. And if you don't know what to expect, it's easy to misread what's going on.</p> <p>In this episode, the third in our tween series, I share what the research says about how tween boys and girls differ and what I saw firsthand as a therapist and school counselor. You'll hear about friendship patterns, emotional expression, academics, and what it looks like when your tween starts wanting more space.</p> <p>Take what fits your child and leave what doesn't. When you understand what's underneath their behavior, you can respond in a way that supports what they need.</p> <p>For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/397</p> <p>The post <a href="https://lessdramamoremama.com/parenting-tween-boys-vs-girls/">Parenting Tween Boys vs Girls: What’s Different and Why It Matters – 397</a> appeared first on <a href="https://lessdramamoremama.com">Less Drama More Mama</a>.</p>

<p>The topic of puberty can feel intimidating for a lot of moms. </p> <p>Between their child’s mood swings, body changes, and sudden self-consciousness, many parents aren’t quite sure what to expect or how to talk about it.</p> <p>This episode addresses how you can support your child through this stage with more confidence.</p> <p>Puberty is about much more than physical changes. It’s emotional, social, and relational too. When you understand what’s happening beneath the surface, it becomes much easier to respond calmly and stay connected to your child.</p> <p>This episode will help you better understand what’s happening during this stage and how to keep the lines of communication open with your tween.</p> <p>For full show notes and information, visit https://lessdramamoremama.com/396</p> <p>The post <a href="https://lessdramamoremama.com/puberty-and-the-tween-years/">Puberty and the Tween Years: What Moms Need to Know – 396</a> appeared first on <a href="https://lessdramamoremama.com">Less Drama More Mama</a>.</p>