18 | The Truth About Apologizing to Your Kids (Why Repair Matters More Than Being Right)

What happens after you lose your temper with your kids?   Most parents focus on the moment they snapped — the raised voice, the frustration, the reaction they wish they could take back.   But what matters most isn’t just what happened in the moment… it’s what happens after.   In this episode of Lost & Found Mom, we talk about why apologizing and repairing with your child is one of the most important things you can normalize in your relationship — no matter their age.   As a therapist who has worked with teens, I’ve seen firsthand that some of the most hurt kids grow into teens who never experienced repair from their parents. The conflict itself wasn’t what caused the most damage — it was the lack of reconnection afterward.   In this episode, we explore:   • Why repair matters more than being a “perfect” parent • What happens when parents don’t circle back after conflict • How missed repair moments impact long-term relationships • Why overstimulation and overwhelm make repair even more important • How apologizing to your kids models emotional health and accountability   If you’ve ever felt mom guilt after yelling, wondered if you should apologize to your child, or struggled with how to reconnect after a hard moment — this episode will give you a powerful shift in perspective.   You don’t have to get it right every time. But you do need to come back.   If this episode resonated with you, you can always reach me at [email protected] 🤍