EP 207 Part 1/3: Mission Control: A Big Feelings Adventure - Bedtime Battles, with Author Nan Arkwright

Welcome Back No-Problem Parents!   In this Part 1/3 episode of the No Problem Parenting Podcast, we welcome author Nan Arkwright to explore the challenges of bedtime struggles in both parents and children. We focus on the complexities of bedtime, including tiredness, disconnection, anxiety, and unresolved issues from the day, leading to behaviors like procrastination, arguing, and power struggles. Part 2 Topic is Emotional Regulation Part 3 Topic is ProSocial Behaviors Be sure to click the + button on your podcast app to follow our show! You'll be notified when the episodes publish!   To order a copy of Nan's first book in the Badges of Power Series, Click Here: "Mission Control! A Big Feelings Adventure" When a young boy’s tantrum sends him into outer space, can he stop the aliens from controlling his feelings? Joseph doesn’t want to go to bed. When his mom asks him to turn off the TV, the imaginative boy’s meltdown launches him on an intergalactic adventure. But as Joseph escapes to Planet Kelvin 273, he must battle the Green HypnoZoids to save himself from their hypnotizing powers. Joined by his beloved dog Gretchen, Joseph has to gather the self-control to defeat the aliens. But if he can’t master his overwhelming emotions, he fears his pesky enemies will always have command over his life. Can he conquer his outbursts and return home with new problem-solving skills? In Mission: CONTROL! A Big Feelings Adventure, you’ll discover: Tools for addressing anger in a non-threatening and entertaining way How parents can model positive actions to assist their child in learning to manage problems A delightful story that shows effective methods for improving behavior A creative view of the flight-or-fight response to help understand children's thinking process An encouraging mindset for kids dealing with disappointment, and much, much more! Mission: CONTROL! A Big Feelings Adventure is an inspiring children’s picture book suitable for ages 4 – 10 to help youngsters deal with their emotional reactions and grow from setbacks. If you and your child like valuable lessons, inventive journeys, and relatable heroes, then you’ll love Nan Arkwright’s fun tale.   Join us for the next episode as we continue the "Mission Control" series, and how this book helps kiddos with emotional regulation. _________________________________________________________________ Nan Arkwright is a pediatric occupational therapist with almost 30 years of experience and writer who supports families in regulating emotions and solving everyday problems that come up at home and school.   At age 72, Nan is launching her writing career with an explosion of children’s mental health books expected to be published in 2024. Already published is her best-selling, award-winning book, Mission: CONTROL! A Big Feelings Adventure!   Visit www.AHopSkipandaJumpAhead.com   Learn more about Nan by clicking one of the links: https://www.facebook.com/issioncontrolthebook https://twitter.com/nanarkwright https://www.linkedin.com/in/nan-arkwright-51177413 https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=nan+arkwright https://www.pinterest.com/thebadgesofpower https://www.instagram.com/missioncontrolthebook   Thank You Shear Dynamics for sponsoring today's episode! __________________________________________________________________________________   Thank you for tuning in to the No Problem Parenting podcast - Please take a minute to share the podcast, comment, or leave a review on your favorite podcast app.   Check out our FREE PARENTING RESOURCES: 60 Ways to Respond to Your Kids without Losing Your Cool Make it Right Technique PDF Everyday Essential Solutions eBook for the whole family   Better Sleep: Decrease Stress with the 7-Day free trial of NuCalm Enter Code: NOPROBLEM for 15% off all products.   Become the Confident Leader Your Kids Crave you to be! Put the oxygen mask on yourself first! Become a No-Problem Parent Book Your 90 Minute Strategy Session Find More Resources Here   FB - IG - LinkedIn - YouTube - Twitter - Threads   Check out our Books! No-Problem Parenting; Raising Your Kiddos with More Confidence and Less Fear No Problem Parenting; Resources and Stories that Create Confidence and Connection   Hugs and High Fives, You Got This!   Jaci Finneman 30 Year Counselor turned Parenting Advocate and Coach