32. AMA Series: Parenting Mindset, Sleep Routines & Why We're Not Doing Traditional School

You asked, I'm answering. This is the first episode of a brand new AMA series where I'm diving into all the questions you sent me that I couldn't answer on Instagram Stories. And because I know you love a good system, I've categorised them… so today we're talking all things parenting, routines, child care and why we're maybe not doing traditional school. If you're a parent (or thinking about becoming one), this episode is going to give you a raw, honest look into how we do things in our household. I'm not a parenting expert, and I'm definitely not perfect, but I am intentional. And I've learned so much from some incredible voices in the parenting space that have completely shifted how I show up for Rui. From staying calm when your toddler isn't listening, to our sleep routine, co-sleeping, and why I haven't enrolled Rui in school yet… this episode covers it all. In this episode, we dive into: Chapters 00:00:00 Welcome to the AMA Series on Parenting 00:02:36 When Three-Year-Olds Don't Listen: Staying Calm 00:05:15 The Control Trap: Rushing and Emergency Mindset 00:09:06 Co-Regulation: Getting Down on Their Level 00:13:06 Top Parenting Podcasts and Resources 00:15:13 Our Schooling Decision: Why We're Not Doing Traditional School 00:18:20 Exploring Alternative Education Options 00:19:36 Sleep Routines and Our Sleep Consultant Experiance 00:22:24 Co-Sleeping and Our Current Bedtime Routine 00:23:56 Join the Next AMA and Connect on Instagram I also share my favourite parenting podcasts that have genuinely shaped the way I parent, plus the sleep consultant who saved us when Rui was 11 months old and waking up eight times a night. If you're in the thick of it right now, this episode might just be the permission slip you need to slow down, get curious, and trust your intuition. This isn't about doing it perfectly. It's about doing it consciously. —————— 📚 Parenting Podcasts I Love: Parenting and You with Dr. Shefali Unruffled with Janet Lansbury Good Inside with Dr. Becky The Mindful Mama Podcast Robot Unicorn Raising Good Humans with Dr. Aliza Simple Families Podcast with Denaye Barahona PHD Parenting Beyond Discipline with Erin Royer Sleep Consultants Mentioned: Michelle from Parents to Be (she saved us when Rui was 11 months old!): http://parents2b.com.au/ Dr. Golly online course when Rui was a newborn: https://drgolly.com —————— ☕️ I'm obsessed with Creation Cacao! It's my daily go-to for energy, grounding & ritual. It tastes amazing & supports your hormones, heart & mood. Certified organic, sustainably sourced & 10% of profits go to NFP, Fresh Start Initiative. Use code CHANI for a discount! » CLICK HERE TO GRAB YOURS « (https://creationcacao.com.au/collections/powerful-ceremonial-cacao-at-a-reasonable-price?sca_ref=8938024.GcFLbmlXV933FEtM) —————— 💬 Connect with me: Lets connect on IG here (+ join my free broadcast channel) » http://www.instagram.com/chanipeach/ My website, blog & freebies can be found here » http://www.chanithompson.com/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel here » https://www.youtube.com/chanithompson Join my free VIP email list here » https://bit.ly/VIPwithChaniT —————— Subscribe & Review in iTunes If you're feeling extra inspired & loving, I would be so grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes (https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/worthy-with-chani-thompson/id1723596009) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/1GSGIUwheJPOTCcESyzIQ0?si=ecd6367d4f0b420c). Reviews are like little unexpected tips that help other people find my podcast and they're also really fun for me to read (and light me up so much!). Enter The Worthy Podcast giveaway & be in the running to win a pair of KIM X BEATS limited edition earbuds. All you need to do is leave a review and when we reach 100 reviews, I'll announce the winner! I'd love for you to subscribe, I don't want you to miss an episode on your quest to creating the life of your dreams ✨ Love you lots, Chani x