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Made Possible by Parenthood
by Charlie Lyons and Lindsay Green
Parenthood isn’t just about what we make possible for our children—it’s about what becomes possible for us. Join hosts Lindsay and Charlie, both coaches and parents, as they explore the transformative journey of parenthood. Through raw conversations, expert insights, and honest reflections, they dive into the joys, challenges, and unexpected growth that come with raising tiny humans. From navigating overwhelm to rediscovering play, each episode invites you to rethink what parenthood means and uncover new possibilities in your own journey. Tune in and explore what’s made possible by parenthood.
Episodes
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Our Children Are Not Our Projects: Parenting as a Living Process with Justin Wise
What if the exhaustion so many of us feel as parents isn't a sign that we need to try harder — but a sign that we've mistaken a living process for a project to manage? In this episode, Lindsay and Charlie are joined by Justin Wise — founder of Third Space, integral development coach, and a…
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From Managing Time to Living It
In this episode of Made Possible by Parenthood, Lindsay and Charlie turn their attention to one of the most universal sources of suffering in parenthood — our relationship with time. Not how to manage it, hack it, or squeeze more out of it, but how to fundamentally shift the way we live inside…
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More than the Milestones: One Mother's Story of Raising a Child With Cerebral Palsy
In this episode of Made Possible by Parenthood, Lindsay and Charlie welcome Diana — working parent, mother of two, and what they describe as someone who carries a rare and beautiful ability to feel the sun even while trudging through the thickest mud. Diana shares her journey as a parent carer to...
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The Eye of the Storm: One Mother's Story of Raising a Transgender Child
In this episode of Made Possible by Parenthood, Lindsay and Charlie are joined by Dr. Varisa Perlman — pediatrician, mother, and what Lindsay describes as a "master responder" — for one of the most profound conversations the podcast has hosted. Dr. P shares her family's story with extraordinary...
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Forever Known: A New Relationship with Perfectionism
In this episode of Made Possible by Parenthood, Lindsay and Charlie dive into one of the most quietly exhausting companions of parenthood — perfectionism. But rather than treating it as something to fix, overcome, or engineer out of our lives, they explore what happens when we simply allow it to…
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What If Guilt Wasn’t the Enemy, But a Guide?
In this episode of Made Possible by Parenthood, Lindsay and Charlie dive into one of the most universally felt emotions in parenting—guilt. But rather than accepting guilt as an inevitable weight of parenthood, they explore whether it might actually be pointing us toward something deeper. Through...
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Parenting Without a Map: A Story of Love, Leadership & Letting Go
In this episode of Made Possible by Parenthood, we sit down with Bobby Davis, a self-described “mischief ripple maker for change,” to explore her unconventional path through parenthood. From stepping into the role of a stepmother in her mid-20s while serving in the military to raising her own...
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Parenting with Trauma: Holding Fear Without Passing It On
How do we navigate parenthood when we’re carrying our own trauma? How do we hold our fears without letting them shape the size of our children’s lives? In this deeply moving conversation, we’re joined byNeena Atkinson, an integral development coach and mentor, to explore the intersection of…
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From Courtroom to Co-Creation: Shifting Our Approach to Conflict
Conflict in parenting is inevitable—but what if it didn’t have to divide us? In this episode, we dive into the tensions, disagreements, and unexpected battles that arise when raising kids with another person. From the smallest decisions (like which stroller to buy) to the deepest values we hold,...
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Kids, screens, and the conversation we're not having
Screens are everywhere—dominating our homes, our habits, and our relationships. In this episode of Made Possible by Parenthood, Lindsay and Charlie tackle the unspoken struggles of parenting in the digital age. From feeling powerless against screen time battles to confronting their own digital...
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What Awaits When We Embrace Play?
In this episode of Made Possible by Parenthood, we explore the profound and often unexpected power of play. Joined by Emma Zangs—a choreographer, movement coach, and passionate advocate for play—we dive into the messy, beautiful, and transformative role of play in parenthood. Emma shares how...
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The Big Scary Questions: Navigating Work and Parenthood
In this episode of Made Possible by Parenthood, Charlie and Lindsay dive into one of the most pressing challenges parents face: the tension between work and parenthood. They explore the difficulty of balancing these dual roles and why the journey often feels like swimming against relentless...
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Embracing Neurodiversity: Parenting with Radical Acceptance and Joy
In this episode of Made Possible by Parenthood, we welcome therapist, author, and mother of two, Nikki Allen, to explore her journey as a parent carer to two neurodivergent children. Nikki opens up about the challenges, triumphs, and deep insights she’s gained through parenting children on the...
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When Partners Separate: Redefining Family with Love and Intention
In this heartfelt episode of Made Possible by Parenthood, we sit down with former rugby player turned coach, Sam Smith, to explore the unexpected gifts that arise when relationships evolve and family structures shift. Sam shares his personal journey of ending a romantic partnership, co-parenting...
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Parenting Beyond Behavior: Navigating Connection, Control, and Growth
Welcome to Season 2 of 'Made Possible by Parenthood'! In this episode Charlie and Lindsay explore the topic of children's behavior from a parental perspective. They discuss how parents can get stuck in trying to control or change their child's behavior, and the importance of maintaining…
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Parenting Styles
In this episode of Made Possible by Parenthood, Charlie and Lindsay explore the multifaceted world of parenting styles. They explore the many named styles, such as authoritarian, authoritative, gentle, conscious, and relational parenting, among others. Through their usual wondering and inquiry,...
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Screen Time
In this episode of Made Possible by Parenthood, Charlie and Lindsay tackle the often contentious and confusing topic of screen time in our families. With the awareness that they are not experts but rather fellow parents navigating this modern challenge, they offer a space to reflect on our…
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Self-care
In this episode of Made Possible by Parenthood, Charlie and Lindsay invite listeners on a journey to redefine self-care, particularly within the realm of parenting. Shifting away from the conventional narrative that often feels like an added pressure, they explore the essence of what self-care...
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Boundaries & Power + Guest: Lizzie Winn
We are so thrilled to welcome our first guest Lizzie Winn - someone very special to both Charlie and Lindsay. She is a fellow Integral Development Coach and mother. She also has her own weekly podcast with another fellow coach and fellow faculty member of Thirdspace, Justin Wise, called "Turning...
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Emotions pt. 2
In this introspective continuation of Made Possible by Parenthood, Charlie and Lindsay delve deeper into the tumultuous sea of emotions that accompany the journey of parenthood. As they navigate the shifting tides of fear, anger, guilt, and shame, they invite listeners to join them in exploring…
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Emotions pt 1
Join Charlie and Lindsay as they dive into the vast and sometimes unfamiliar world of emotions. In this expansive episode of Made Possible by Parenthood, they shed light on the intricate dance of embracing the full spectrum of our feelings as parents and individuals. This conversation isn't about...
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Balance
In this thought-provoking episode, Charlie and Lindsay tackle the elusive concept of balance in parenthood. Through heartfelt conversation, poetry, and personal anecdotes, they unravel the stories we tell ourselves about balance and examine what we might be missing in our quest for it. This…
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Matrescence
In this episode we explore the fairly new concept of "Matrescence". We sense into the term itself and our own relationships to it. We also wonder into what it makes possible for us! We bring our performer and guardian imagery to this term and explore the stories we tell ourselves about what it is...
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Parental Burnout
It seems that more & more of us are experiencing burnout. Recent UK statistics show that 93% of parents are burnt out. This can be scary to realise the experience of ‘burnout’ and as parents it can be hard to deeply recognise. But what happens if first we say YES IT’S OK! - doesn't it make sense…
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Welcome to Made Possible by Parenthood
We are so thankful to be in this conversation with you! In this episode Lindsay and Charlie talk about why it was important for them to start this podcast and continue to have these conversations with one another. Thank you for being here alongside us!
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Season 1 MPBP Trailer
Welcome to Made Possible by Parenthood! We are thrilled to have you alongside us in this conversation - a slightly different type of conversation on parenthood. In this podcast we explore common themes of parenthood like parental burnout and screen time but with a different question. We wonder:...
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Parenting in the 21st Century
In this episode Lindsay and I reflect on what it is like to be a parent in the 21st century - what can we observe around us and about ourselves as parents today? We then explore some narratives that highlight the experience for many parents right now and get curious about another way of being as…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Parenthood isn’t just about what we make possible for our children—it’s about what becomes possible for us. Join hosts Lindsay and Charlie, both coaches and parents, as they explore the transformative journey of parenthood. Through raw conversations, expert insights, and honest reflections, they dive into the joys, challenges, and unexpected growth that come with raising tiny humans. From navigating overwhelm to rediscovering play, each episode invites you to rethink what parenthood means and uncover new possibilities in your own journey. Tune in and explore what’s made possible by parenthood.
HOSTED BY
Charlie Lyons and Lindsay Green
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Parenthood isn’t just about what we make possible for our children—it’s about what becomes possible for us. Join hosts Lindsay and Charlie, both coaches and parents, as they explore the transformative journey of parenthood. Through raw conversations, expert insights, and honest reflections, they...
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