033: Parenting with Purpose: The Struggles, The Strategies & The Science

SummaryIn this episode, Andrea McTague and Sharilyn Theriault explore the complexities of parenting, emphasizing the importance of parental well-being, emotional resilience, and intentionality in parenting practices. They discuss common challenges such as tantrums, the significance of co-regulation, and effective strategies for bedtime routines. The conversation also highlights the importance of scaffolding children's learning and the three C's of parenting: Calm, Connection, and Correction. The episode concludes with insights on the long-term impact of parenting styles on children's development and relationships.TakeawaysParenting is often an unrecognized but crucial job.Taking care of your mental health positively impacts your children.A little challenge can help build resilience in children.It's important to be informed but not too hard on yourself as a parent.Co-regulation is essential for managing children's emotions.Effective bedtime routines can significantly improve family dynamics.Scaffolding helps children learn independence and self-efficacy.The three C's of parenting are Calm, Connection, and Correction.Modelling behaviour is key to teaching children.Intentionality in parenting leads to better outcomes for children.TitlesNavigating the Challenges of ParentingThe Importance of Parental Well-beingSound Bites"Parenting is an important job.""You're learning as you go.""Don't be too hard on yourself."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Parenting Insights05:55 Understanding Parenting Challenges13:09 Types of Tantrums: Instinctual vs. Premeditated19:03 Understanding Child Behavior and Attention Seeking23:40 The Importance of Sleep in Parenting32:14 Techniques for Parenting and Scaffolding Learning37:00 Motivation and Behavioral Outcomes in Children42:11 The Importance of Autonomy and Self-Efficacy48:35 Navigating Parental Anxiety and Child DevelopmentShiftGrit Psychology & CounsellingAddress: 815 17 Ave SW #210, Calgary, AB T2T 0A1Phone: (587) 352-6463https://maps.app.goo.gl/MFSWhTvJfohKS8TK6https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1W9cOBTF1N_tKGcu2prvH_Fi3jmVSJ5k&usp=sharing Read a review: https://g.co/kgs/fHm8RgB See the Google Post: https://posts.gle/1SjSe5Calgary Location: https://www.google.com/search?kgmid=/g/11c0w8k19cEdmonton Location: https://www.google.com/search?kgmid=/g/1q5bm33nhhttps://shiftgrit.comGet started 👉 https://shiftgrit.com/shift-show/parenting-strategies-for-toddlers/