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Mother Flipping Awesome
by Abigail Wald
A parenting podcast for everyday superheroes in need of a pick me up. Parenting requires a heroic effort every day: Wake everyone. Feed everyone. Get out the door on time. Do your work. Make a living. Keep a home. Stop the siblings from attacking each other. Walk the dog. Care for yourself. Make sure they're doing their homework. Teach them emotional skills. Do the laundry. Get the teen to put the phone down. Tend to your adult relationships. Read the middle one a story. Get them to sleep on time. Do the dishes. Try to sleep yourself – if the baby lets you. Start over. Some days we do it all feeling like Wonder Woman / Superman, leaping over meltdowns in a single bound, and some days we feel like lowly mortals who can't catch a break or even get a moment to pee! We at MFA are your superhero headquarters for this heroic mission. We help you rise to the demands of this extraordinary job, and we are your emotional safety net for when you fall. Most of all, we're here to speak with pro
Episodes
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Here's how to keep walking with me
We've come to the end of the podcast; here's how to keep me by your side as you take the next steps in your parenting journey. Ready to do this? Reach out, I've got you 👉 https://motherflippingawesome.com/apply P.S. Applying is not a commitment, it just helps me get to know more about what…
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What is a parenting reset?
Parenting is intense and changing things on your own is HARD, sometimes even impossible. Listen in to learn more about the support that's available to you through MFA and how we help you press reset on your parenting experience, so you can enjoy a lot more love and a lot less labor in your home....
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📣 Join me for a FREE LIVE PARENTING CLASS this Thursday! 📣
Hi friends, special announcement! I'm inviting you to join me in real time for a FREE LIVE PARENTING CLASS on Zoom, this Thursday 26th September at 10am PT. This will allow me to answer your parenting questions while also giving you the opportunity to experience our wonderful MFA community for...
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True stories about what's possible in parenting
When you're struggling with parenting, it can sometimes be hard to believe that anything can change. I want you to know that it CAN. Today I'm sharing some real stories of transformation from the parents I've worked with, to help you know you are not alone and that things DO change when you get…
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This shocked me most as a new parent
Becoming a parent involves many new challenges. Sleepless nights? ✅ Feeding struggles? ✅ Diaper fails? ✅ But how come no one talks about perhaps the biggest challenge of all? Listen in to find out what floored me as a new parent, and how I found my way back... Happy to be a parent but not sure…
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Why your child NEEDS that limit
There are times in parenting when we are trying to teach an important value to our kids and they kick back at us, big time. These days are HARD and can leave everyone questioning their sanity! However, if we handle them right, the NEXT day can be a whole lot better. Listen in to learn a handy MFA...
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Why parenting sometimes breaks your brain
Do you ever feel like your brain has done a marathon after spending a day with your kid? The tiredness you feel is real, and there's an actual BRAIN reason for it! Listen in to find out what it is and what you can do about it! P.S. The experiences I describe in this episode can be especially hard...
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Parents, stop comparing yourselves to others!
We know that it feels yucky to compare our KIDS to someone else's kids. So why do we compare OURSELVES and our PARENTING to other people's lives and parenting? We do it because inside every comparison are some important values that are trying to get our attention, so today I am offering you a way...
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Calling all parents of tweens & teens!
Struggling with parenting is hard at any age but struggling with our teenagers can feel particularly lonely and it can be hard to know where to go for support. Combine this with other life changes (like menopause) and things can start to really fall apart for parents during these years. The good...
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What does parent coaching with MFA look like?
Loving these podcasts and ready to incorporate these ideas into YOUR life? There are several different ways for us to do that; listen in to find out which one is right for you! Not sure which option is best for you? Leave me a message here and I can help you decide 👉...
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Every job needs training. Including parenting!
Do you feel like you should just somehow KNOW how to parent? Nope. It's your first time parenting THIS kid at THIS age. Why would you just know how to do something you've never ever done before?? Lots of good parents need help. Great parents GET HELP. 👉 https://abigailwald.com/ttp For the FULL...
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Is your kid a wolf pup?
Some kids are tame, and some are a little...wilder. If your kid is less "puppy" and more "wolf pup" then they need a different kind of parenting! Find out what that looks like 👉 https://abigailwald.com/community For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO and get: 💝 a...
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Got a kid who loves to fight? 😈
Some kids really like to fight! Are they evil? No! But it can be stressful as a parent, so listen in to find out what to do if you have a little boxer on your hands! (Or an emotional boxer too!) Kids pushing you past your breaking point? See how these parents became unbreakable 👉...
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Help for anxious kids who ruminate
Watching your kid descend into a spiral of worry can feel terrifying for both of you. Here's a simple strategy to help them break the cycle. Need help with your kid's anxiety? Reach out, I've got you. (Anxiety is one we personally conquered in our family, and something I've been able to turn…
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For your kid who always wants MORE!
All kids want stuff but, for some kids, this wanting is so intense that it feels like a bottomless pit of need. And to top it off, they often seem ungrateful when they get it, only moving right on to the next thing they want! It's true these kids can feel like hard work, but they have one crucial...
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Every kid has their own personality
Think about all the adults you know: Each of them has their own distinct character, foibles, likes and dislikes. So why do we expect kids to be more homogenous? Listen in to find out how to enjoy the unique character of each of the little people you share your home with! Need help with your kids?...
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Parents, stop trying to limit these things!
You can limit behavior...usually. You can't limit any of these THREE things though. You're not imagining it; some kids are indeed harder. Get help here 👉 https://abigailwald.com/choose-your-adventure For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO and get: 💝 a free private...
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Parents, how many limits are you actually setting?
Got a defiant kid, and can't figure out why? Might be because of all the "sneaky limits" you are setting. Listen in to learn more. Kids pushing you past your breaking point? See how these parents became unbreakable 👉 https://youtu.be/Mw8-POBiat0 For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA...
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Kids' feelings matter. But perhaps THIS matters even more.
Yes, we want to listen to our kids' feelings. But they aren't the ONLY thing you want to listen to when parenting. Here are some other things to pay attention to as well! Ready to listen to your kids and yourself at a deeper level? Check out these courses that we made for you 👉...
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Parents, your martyrdom serves no one. Do THIS instead!
When we "give, give, give" to our kids and never receive, we're setting ourselves up for parenting burnout. You HAVE to make yourself matter too. Here's how. Lots of good parents need help. Great parents GET HELP. 👉 https://abigailwald.com/ttp For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA...
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Why Parents need to matter as much as Kids
We LOVE our kids. But parenting needs to work for us too! That's why it's vitally important we create a life in which BOTH of us can thrive. Listen in to find out how. ❤️❤️❤️ Every job needs training. Including parenting. That's why we built these courses for you 👉...
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Which season of parenting are you in?
Parenting is like going for a hike - some days the path is easy and clear, while others feel like a long slog through the mud and brambles. Ouch! 😬 Going through a hard patch in your parenting? I've got you. Reach out 👉 https://abigailwald.com/coaching For the FULL podcast experience, become a...
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I don't like my teen's friends
It's healthy for teens to form strong attachments to their friends as well as their family. But what can you do if those friendships are taking them in an unhealthy direction? Listen in to find out! Need help with your teen? I made this course for you. 👉 https://abigailwald.com/ttp-teens For the...
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The Parenting Checklist
When you become a parent, it's like someone hands you a big checklist. You're supposed to get them to sleep independently, eat solids, potty train, make friends, learn manners, pass exams, get a driver's license, get a job, etc. etc. Tired of the checklist? Listen in for a fresh perspective!…
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You really should not be doing this parenting thing alone. Married or not.
This mom was struggling but thankfully she had people to catch her. Listen in to find out why you need a community, even if you have a partner. Want someone to walk by your side in parenting? Join us! 👉 https://abigailwald.com For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO...
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You love your kid. But do you actually LIKE them?
Psssst! Here's a guilty little secret that we parents often hold in our hearts: while we love our kids to bits, we don't always LIKE them. Listen in to find out why loving and liking aren't the same thing, and what to do about it! Want to love PARENTING as much as you love your kids? I can help.…
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Why is my kid so difficult at home but so easy at school? 😇😈
Your child's teacher says "They're so kind and helpful!" So how come they are such hard work at home? Listen in to find out! Need help with your kids? Don't worry. We all do sometimes. 👉 https://abigailwald.com/ttp For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO and get: 💝…
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Some parenting days suck. And that's ok!
This Mom has planned a great day out for the kids at the beach. They're looking forward to sand, sea, and fab family bonding time. What could possibly go wrong?! Uhhhhhhh... apparently everything. What's your favorite family-adventure-gone-wrong story? Tell us about it in the comments! 👇 For the...
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When trying to help our kids turns into fighting with them! 🤪
You want what's best for your kid and always have THEIR best interests at heart. So how come you end up coming to blows with them regularly? Let's look at why this frustrating pattern happens and how the two of you can get back on the same team! Parenthood unraveling you at the seams? Let's get…
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A super effective parenting approach for oppositional kids
So you've tried "low demand parenting" for your more challenging kid and it helps a bit. But what are you supposed to do about those essential things that still need to get done? Like, you know, teeth brushing? Meet "high consent parenting" - the MFA approach to getting everyone's needs met with...
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How can I give my kids a better childhood than I had?
We all want to be a good parent to our kids, especially if our own childhood was challenging. But how can you give your kids what you didn't get? Listen in for how... Wherever you came from, you get to decide where you're going. 👉 https://abigailwald.com/choose-your-adventure For the FULL…
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Stop telling parents they just need a break!
So your kids are driving you bonkers and even though everyone keeps telling you to "take some time for yourself," the truth is that's often not possible, and it just makes you madder. Listen in to find out why that is, and what you can REALLY do that would help you genuinely feel better. Ready to...
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Why won't my kid follow my rules?!
There's often a gap between what we SAY the rules are and what they ACTUALLY are in practice. And smart kids quickly figure out the difference! Want to ask me a question? Reach out here 👉 https://abigailwald.com/contact For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO and…
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Getting our kids to say "Thank you" and "Sorry"
We all want our kids to be grateful and considerate to others. But there's a difference between SAYING the right thing and DOING the right thing. Here's how to model those values so they stick. Want to love PARENTING as much as you love your kids? I can help. 👉 https://abigailwald.com/contact…
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Hiding from homework!
This Mom thought her daughter's essay writing had improved. Turns out she was copying and pasting from the internet. Oops! 😳 How should she handle this? Need help with your kids? Don't worry. We all do sometimes. 👉 https://abigailwald.com/contact For the FULL podcast experience, become a true…
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Dirt Bike Dude is a Parenting Genius
"You want the rash? Get the rash!" A dirt bike dude's 20-second masterclass in parenting your strong-willed kid. Kids pushing you past your breaking point? See how these parents became unbreakable 👉 https://youtu.be/Mw8-POBiat0 For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO...
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Help, my child HATES their sibling!
This Mom is dealing with two kids who are at each other's throats constantly. What can she do to change the situation? Kids driving you bonkers? Regain your sanity. 👉 https://abigailwald.com/contact For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO and get: 💝 a free private…
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What determines the kind of parent you will be?
Yes, who you are matters, but who your kid is might matter even MORE! Here's how to make sense of your parenting journey, whether you're raising ducklings or wolf pups! You're not imagining it; some kids are indeed harder. Get help here 👉 https://abigailwald.com/contact For the FULL podcast...
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Finding the right spice mix for a blended family
You're in a new relationship and it's going well. But your kids' relationship with your new partner? Or your relationship with their kids? Meh, not so much! 😬 Here's how to figure out what's needed to help YOUR particular blended family. See what it feels like to solve the "puzzle" of your…
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What parents with ADHD need to know
We parents with ADHD tend to be creative, fun and spontaneous. But we can struggle with limits sometimes! Here's how to help yourself and your child get better at keeping your promises to each other. 😉 Happy to be a parent but not sure why it feels so hard sometimes? I'll demystify it for you…
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Oof. My kid is stuck in a negative thought loop!
Two ways to approach kids who ruminate: one for younger children, one for tweens and teens. You're not imagining it; some kids are indeed harder. Get help here 👉 https://abigailwald.com/contact For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO and get: 💝 a free private Q&A…
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Getting the respect you deserve
Parenting isn't only about the kids. It's a time in our life that deserves to be examined, supported, respected, and optimized. Here's how. Lots of good parents NEED help. Great parents GET HELP. 👉 https://abigailwald.com/ttp For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO…
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Be passionate about your kids' passions!
We spend a lot of energy helping our kids learn how to do things they DON'T want to do. Did you know it's JUST AS important to make sure they have things they DO want to do? What are YOUR kid's passions and hobbies? Where did they pick it up, and how do you support it? Tell us in the comments on...
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My kid still takes a bottle. She's five!
This week, I help a listener who wrote in about how to help her daughter break a habit that isn't serving her. Listen in for some ideas on why this happens, and how to turn her in a better direction. Got a gnarly parenting dilemma? Reach out here 👉 https://abigailwald.com/contact For the FULL...
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So much love, and not enough joy
This Mom loves her kid more than anything. But she feels like motherhood is SUFFOCATING her. 😢 What can she do? Want to love PARENTING as much as you love your kids? I can help. 👉 https://abigailwald.com/contact For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO and get: 💝 a...
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Do you like my singing, Mommy?
Sometimes our kids want to know if we like their singing / drawing / painting / dancing / coding. Here's how to answer honestly and positively – when you DO like it, and even when you DON'T! Got a different thorny parenting dilemma? Reach out here 👉 https://abigailwald.com/contact For the FULL...
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The real CONSENT TALK you need to be having with your kids. From birth.
Yes, you need to have "that sex talk" with your teen. But there's another, deeper kind of consent which comes much earlier. Here's what that is and why it matters. Got a thorny parenting question? Reach out here 👉 https://abigailwald.com/contact For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA...
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A strong willed kid's TRUE motivation
Sometimes it can feel like they are legit CHOOSING not to listen to us. But seeing their behavior as defiance to you is only half the picture. Listen in for the OTHER HALF that will have you understanding them so much more. You're not imagining it; some kids are indeed harder. Get help here 👉...
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My child is growing up. Ouch! But yay!
A family trip to see Screenagers leaves me with all the feels about my son's growing independence! True stories heal. Get more of them right here 👉 https://abigailwald.com/community For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO and get: 💝 a free private Q&A Day with me...
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Helping your child find their calling
We all want our kids to be happy, but focusing on that doesn't work. Instead, try focusing on THIS. Every job needs training. Including parenting. That's why we built this for you 👉 https://abigailwald.com/ttp For the FULL podcast experience, become a true MFA PODCAST SUPERHERO and get: 💝 a…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A parenting podcast for everyday superheroes in need of a pick me up. Parenting requires a heroic effort every day: Wake everyone. Feed everyone. Get out the door on time. Do your work. Make a living. Keep a home. Stop the siblings from attacking each other. Walk the dog. Care for yourself. Make sure they're doing their homework. Teach them emotional skills. Do the laundry. Get the teen to put the phone down. Tend to your adult relationships. Read the middle one a story. Get them to sleep on time. Do the dishes. Try to sleep yourself – if the baby lets you. Start over. Some days we do it all feeling like Wonder Woman / Superman, leaping over meltdowns in a single bound, and some days we feel like lowly mortals who can't catch a break or even get a moment to pee! We at MFA are your superhero headquarters for this heroic mission. We help you rise to the demands of this extraordinary job, and we are your emotional safety net for when you fall. Most of all, we're here to speak with pro
HOSTED BY
Abigail Wald
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A parenting podcast for everyday superheroes in need of a pick me up. Parenting requires a heroic effort every day: Wake everyone. Feed everyone. Get out the door on time. Do your work. Make a living. Keep a home. Stop the siblings from attacking each other. Walk the dog. Care for yourself. Make...
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Mother Flipping Awesome is created and hosted by Abigail Wald.
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