Motherhood: The Ultimate Balancing Act, with Colleen Napleton

In this episode, Dr. Colleen Napleton, a clinical psychologist and expert in child development, gets real about the complexities of modern parenting, particularly for moms. Holy moly does she share some incredible nuggets, like the importance of balance, dropping balls and understanding the root causes of behavioral issues rather than resorting to punishment. Dr. Napleton also explores the impact of generational trauma and encourages parents to trust their instincts, prioritize self-care, and break free from societal expectations. Tune in to find out about her “kidtuition” so you can build stronger connections with the children in your life.  Instagram: @drcolleennapletonFacebook: Dr. Colleen NapletonTikTok: @doctorcolleenCenter for Balanced Parenthood Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background of Dr. Colleen Napleton03:13 Creation of the Center for Balanced Parenthood06:29 Balancing Multiple Roles as an Entrepreneur and a Mom08:24 Breaking Free from Societal Expectations12:52 Impact of Generational Trauma on Parenting17:06 Recognizing the Individuality of Children25:10 Parent Coaching and Supporting Relationships26:07 Challenges of Parenting Today26:35 The Importance of Remembering That You Matter in Parenting28:27 Finding Balance: Fulfilling Your Needs and Meeting Your Children's Needs30:23 Overcoming Guilt and Prioritizing Self-Care as a Parent35:07 Understanding Children's Behavior: Addressing Root Causes41:51Embracing Mistakes and Growing Together as a Parent45:09 Kidtuitive Parenting: Trusting Your Inner Wisdom and Building Strong Connections Get full access to Ashes to Ashley at ashleydlogan.substack.com/subscribe