Calm Parenting Toolbox

Episodes

1. 34

   EP 34 - Giving Your Child The Words To Express Themselves

   Does your child have the words they need to express themselves and how they are feeling? Why is it important to teach them, and how can we do it? A very special episode for you to help you teach your child the words they need to express how they feel.

   Nov 19, 2021

   15m
2. 33

   EP 33 - When You Feel Like A Bad Mum

   In a very real episode Heather normalises the feelings of being a bad mum and the days when we just want to run away and never look back. We've all had them and sometimes the best thing you need is to be reassured that it is okay and just because you think something, doesn't make it true.

   Oct 29, 2021

   12m
3. 32

   EP 32 - Lockdown Lessons... My Personal Story

   Welcome back to a new season of the Calm Parenting Toolbox! It's the end of lockdown for October 2021 here in Sydney and in this episode Heather share some powerful and personal insights into her parenting journey she has gained during the last few months.

   Oct 11, 2021

   14m
4. 31

   EP31 - What's Underlying The Behaviour?

   Behaviour is communication and a reflection of our child's needs and underlying that is what they are feeling. In this episode Heather explores how we can work out what is underlying our child's behaviour so that we can help them change their behaviour and develop the skill of emotional...

   Apr 14, 2021

   20m
5. 30

   EP30 - Managing Toxic Mum Guilt

   Toxic mum guilt, we've all experienced it. Feeling horrible about ourselves and something we did or didn't do. Failed to live up to our expectations and we end up telling ourselves we're a bad mum. In this episode Heather shows you how to overcome mum guilt and decrease the impact it has on your...

   Mar 2, 2021

   22m
6. 29

   EP - 29 - When You Don't Want To Spend Time With The Kids

   We all have times when the thought of family time or being with our kids makes us want to run away. The guilt we can feel can make us feel like a bad mum. It actually means we're human. In this episode Heather will share some practical ways to manage the times when you dread family time.

   Jan 13, 2021

   12m
7. 28

   EP 28 - Interview With Victoria Vanstone Of Drunk Mummy Sober Mummy

   Have you ever been sober curious? Join Heather in this special interview episode of the Calm Parenting Toolbox to talk to Victoria Vanstone of Drunk Mummy, Sober Mummy, who had enough of being the hungover mum and told her husband that she needed help while he was feeding the kids spaghetti...

   Dec 29, 2020

   32m
8. 27

   EP 27 - Surviving The School Holidays With Your Sanity Intact

   In honour of the upcoming 2020 Summer Holidays here in Australia, join Heather for her 5 tips for surviving the school holidays with your sanity intact!

   Dec 9, 2020

   15m
9. 26

   EP26 - Helping Your Child Sleep

   We all want, and need our children to sleep. Just how do we do this without yelling, screaming and trying to force them? Sleep hygiene! Join Heather in this follow on episode on how to improve sleep for mum and child.

   Nov 25, 2020

   13m
10. 25

    EP 25 - Getting More Sleep As A Mum

    Sleep! The holy grail of parenting, especially when you have children who wake frequently throughout the night. Improving our sleep is about quality versus quantity. In the first of a two part episode Heather will take you through practical steps you can take to improve your sleep, even if you're...

    Sep 10, 2020

    26m
11. 24

    EP 24 - Family Meetings

    Family meetings aren't mundane or boring but a great way to get everyone talking and working on the same page - parents and children included. Do you have one? If not, join Heather in this week's episode to look at how to set one up that works for you.

    Aug 27, 2020

    11m
12. 23

    EP 23 - Creating Family Rules

    We all want to have a family that runs smoothly and kids that do what they need to do so we can all spend quality time together. But how do we do that? Family rules are a must! In this week's episode let Heather share with you how to create family rules that suit your family and that are the…

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    Aug 19, 2020

    14m
13. 22

    EP 22 - Parenting Plans

    Parenting plans may seem like simply another thing you "should" be doing. In this week's episode Heather shares with you how they're an invaluable tool to being a calmer mum and don't have to be an overwhelming task.

    Aug 13, 2020

    18m
14. 21

    EP 21 - What Type Of Mum Are You?

    Returning to the Calm Parenting Toolbox with a look at the type of mum you are. In this episode explore Heather's own Motherhood Values and how she uses them in her day to day life to be the type of mum she wants to be.

    Aug 4, 2020

    14m
15. 20

    EP20 - Calm Mum Relaxation

    In a special episode in honour of her upcoming online parenting program, Calm July, Heather is sharing with you this week a special Calm Mum Relaxation recording to help you relax and be calmer with your kids. As with any relaxation, please do not listen to it while driving or supervising your...

    Jun 23, 2020

    17m
16. 19

    EP19 - 7 Things To Do With Your Anger Rather Than Yelling

    We all get angry. It's what we do with our anger that really counts. This week a highly practical episode where Heather shares 7 things to do with your anger rather than yelling at the kids.

    Jun 16, 2020

    10m
17. 18

    CPT18 - Parenting Hacks For More Time In Your Day

    What parent doesn't want more time in their day? Join Heather this week as she shares with you her favourite 9 hacks to make life just that bit easier for everyone.

    Jun 9, 2020

    11m
18. 17

    CPT17: What Is Your Child's Behaviour Telling You

    In this week's episode it's time to be a parenting detective and work out what your child is feeling in order for it to help you improve their behaviour.

    Jun 2, 2020

    17m
19. 16

    CPT16: Meditation For Mums

    In this weeks episode of the Calm Parenting Toolbox let Heather share with you the importance of meditation and calm parenting as well as a quick and easy way to fit it into any busy lifestyle.

    May 27, 2020

    11m
20. 15

    CPT15: The Gentle Discipline Process (2020)

    Join Heather in this first episode of 2020 and the return of the Calm Parenting Toolbox where she'll share with you her 5 Step Process of Gentle Discipline. It's time to make parenting easier and more enjoyable for everyone involved!

    May 18, 2020

    17m
21. 14

    CPT14: Solving Behaviour Problems With Play (2019)

    At one time or another, all kids act up and have less than ideal behaviour. Behaviour problems develop when normal developmental behaviour becomes destructive. This is when we need to step in with strategies to help decrease the frequency and intensity. Join Heather in this episode to explore how...

    Apr 2, 2019

    30m
22. 13

    CPT13: Remaining Calm Amongst The Chaos

    In this special hour long episode listen to the audio from my recent Webinar - Remaining Calm Amongst The Chaos: 9 Calming Techniques for Stressed and Busy Mums which was released on the 12th February 2019.

    Feb 28, 2019

    56m
23. 12

    CPT12: What Is Positive Parenting

    Join me in this first episode for 2019 to look at what positive parenting actually is and what the 5 defining features area.

    Jan 23, 2019

    22m
24. 11

    CPT11: 10 Good Parenting Skills To Have

    Parenting is the hardest and most rewarding roles we will have in life. There are steps that we can take, things we can implement and carry in our parenting toolbox that can either make life as a parent harder, or easier. Join Heather in today's episode to look at 10 of the most beneficial...

    Dec 12, 2017

    14m
25. 10

    CPT10: What's Your Parenting Style

    How would you describe your parenting style? How do you encourage your children? How do you discipline them? What emotional environment are you creating for your children to thrive in? Your parenting style goes beyond the nuts and bolts of everyday parenting and researchers do agree that one...

    Dec 5, 2017

    9m
26. 9

    CPT09: Self-care For The Busy Mum (2017)

    Mums are arguably some of the busiest people in society. Fitting in the care of their children and themselves all within a single 24 hour period. We all know that self-care is important. When we look after ourselves it has a positive flow on effect to our children and we can be the calmer, more...

    Nov 28, 2017

    19m
27. 8

    CPT08: Recovering From Post-Natal Depression (2017)

    A special episode of the Calm Parenting Toolbox this week for Post-Natal Depression (PND) & Anxiety Awareness Week in Australia. A three-time suffer of PND this is a topic that is very close to Heather's heart. Coaching helped her recover from PND with her second child and she has gone on to use...

    Nov 15, 2017

    18m
28. 7

    CTP07: Parenting Support Network (2017)

    Being a calm parent is dependent upon us having a support network which supports the type of mum that we want to be. If we are lacking in support, then we often are more susceptible to parenting stress and in turn feeling frustrated, overwhelmed and we can end up taking it out on our kids. There...

    Oct 31, 2017

    16m
29. 6

    CPT06: Making Parenting Easier

    Have you ever had one of those days where everything seems to go wrong with the kids? How do we manage these days? How can we change the atmosphere of our family so that things are smooth and calm. Listen and let Heather give you 5 steps to make parenting easier on the tough days.

    Oct 24, 2017

    16m
30. 5

    CPT05: How To Help Your Child Listen To You (2017)

    Have you ever said to yourself, "I wish my child would just listen to me!"? There's not a parent out there who hasn't at one stage or another felt frustrated that their child is not listening. In this weeks episode Heather shares with you some language tools that you can use to help get your…

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    Oct 14, 2017

    15m
31. 4

    CPT04: Parenting On The Difficult Days (2017)

    It's easier to be a parent on the days when everything is going smoothly for you and your kids. When the day is the opposite, that's when it can be really hard work. Those days are when we need to step up and rise to the challenge of being the gentle parent we strive to be, while at the same time...

    Oct 14, 2017

    10m
32. 3

    CPT03: Attention Seeking Behaviour (2017)

    Have you ever dismissed your child's behaviour as simply 'attention seeking'? Attention seeking behaviour is a necessary part of normal childhood development, however as parents and care-givers we need to make sure that our children seek our attention in positive, healthy ways and not via harmful...

    Oct 14, 2017

    12m
33. 2

    CPT02: Managing Parental Anger... When Mum Gets Angry (2017)

    As a parent have you ever felt that you are constantly cranky and frustrated? When mum gets angry, everyone knows about it. Even the neighbours! Join Heather in this episode to learn what steps you can take within yourself to help manage your anger towards your children and their behaviour so…

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    Oct 14, 2017

    12m
34. 1

    CPT01: Effective Parenting... Making Parenting Work (2017)

    Parenting can be challenge on the best of days. There are steps we can take to make sure that we are on the right track with the type of parent we are, so that parenting is easier for all involved. Join Heather in this first episode of the Calm Parenting Toolbox to learn how you can make your...

    Oct 14, 2017

    9m