Be Their Parent

Send us Fan MailWe unpack why child disobedience can feel like rejection or disrespect and why both reactions are extreme and wrong. We choose a calm middle ground that keeps boundaries solid and the relationship safe. • taking disobedience personally and why it backfires • how fear of rejection leads us to back down • separating the child from the disobedient action If you have any questions or need a sounding board, you can message me on Instagram at BeThereParent. If you found this episode helpful, follow, set up automatic downloads, review, and share. I'd appreciate it. 

Send us Fan MailWe share a simple parenting idea: teach gratitude first and generosity follows. We walk through practical ways to help kids show real appreciation at home, at parties, and out in the world. • starting with basic thank you skills• teaching tipping and small acts of appreciation in service settings • modeling gratitude so kids learn by watching If you have any questions or need a sounding board, you can message me on Instagram at BeThereParent. And if you found this episode helpful, follow, set up automatic downloads, review, and share. I'd appreciate it. 

Send us Fan MailWe talk about why positive reinforcement helps but cannot be the only discipline strategy if you want real cooperation at home. We share a simple way to find what your child truly values so consequences actually land and boundaries finally stick. • using specific praise to reinforce cooperation with new routines• finding your child’s “currency” and using it wisely • adjusting consequences when old punishments stop working • brainstorming creative consequences and letting kids help choose them If you have any questions or need a sounding board, you can message me on Instagram at BeTheirParent. And if you found this episode helpful, follow, set up automatic downloads, review, and share. I'd appreciate it.

Send us Fan MailWe break down why consistency is the real key to getting kids to cooperate more often, even when they are not naturally compliant. We share clear signs that your child may be learning entitlement and give you a simple plan to reset boundaries without backing down.• consistency as the foundation for cooperation and regulation  • what giving in teaches kids at home and in public   • five questions to gauge entitlement and defiance patterns  • how to talk with your child about new expectations  • why follow-through matters more than the exact consequence  If you need some input, you can message me at BeTheir Parent on Instagram.  And if you found this episode helpful, follow, set up automatic downloads, review, and share. I'd appreciate it. 

Send us Fan MailWe talk about screens before bed and why the last hour of the day can make or break kids’ sleep. I share what to change first, why content matters as much as minutes, and how to taper screen time without turning nights into a fight. • choosing a screen time plan that fits your family • focusing on what kids watch not just how long • avoiding overly stimulating shows near bedtime • making gradual changes and swapping in calm activities If you found this helpful, set your app to automatically download the newest episode, review, and share it. Also, come follow along on Instagram at BeTheir Parent.

Send us Fan MailWe shift from bedtime wins to the next daily challenge: the morning routine. We lay out a practical way to plan, prep, and motivate so your family has less stress and you get out the door on time.• Making a morning checklist for breakfast, teeth, clothes, backpacks and lunches• Ordering the steps to match your child’s age and morning energy• Estimating total time and fixing gaps by adjusting sleep or moving tasks to evening• Tips to make the morning run smoothly and get everything doneIf you find this podcast helpful, subscribe, share, and come follow along on Instagram.

Send us Fan MailWe build a bedtime routine that helps kids get into bed on time and stay there without turning the evening into a negotiation. We walk through how to pick the right steps, put them in a smart order, and handle common problems like stalling, water requests, and pushback. • choosing a bedtime routine that meets our needs and our kids’ needs • keeping the routine simple enough to maintain • using visual schedules and written plans for consistency • setting up our kids for successIf you have questions, reach out on Instagram at BeTheir Parent. And if you're finding the content from these episodes helpful, please like, subscribe, and share. Thank you!

Send us Fan MailWe share a simple plan to set a workable bedtime by starting from wake time, matching age-based sleep needs, and making small, steady shifts. We explain how naps, growth, and morning behavior signal when to adjust.• age-based sleep ranges and how to use them• working backward from wake time to set bedtime• checking wake-up ease as a key signal• moving bedtime 15–30 minutes earlier when needed• adjusting gradually during time changes• handling nap drops and consolidating night sleepPlease reach out to me on Instagram, be their parent, and I'm happy to answer any questions.American Academy of Pediatrics Sleep Chart: https://tinyurl.com/mtkt5xym

Send us Fan MailThis episode is all about routines. Kids thrive when their days are predictable. Not rigid—predictable. Using the school day as a practical model, we show how clear routines shrink decision fatigue, lower anxiety, and give children the confidence to act on their own. We walk through how routines actually grow independence, rather than smother it. You’ll hear why replicability matters too—how a sitter, a grandparent, or a co-parent can follow your plan so kids feel secure regardless of who is on duty. From the classroom lens to the living room reality, we connect structure to smoother transitions, fewer power struggles, and calmer nights.But structure alone isn’t the goal. We add the missing ingredient: planned flexibility. We share how to blend steady anchors with occasional variations so kids learn to handle change. If you’re ready to swap friction for flow and raise confident, adaptable kids, press play. Then follow the show for our next guide: crafting a bedtime routine your family can keep. Share this episode with a friend who needs a calmer evening, and leave a quick review to help more parents find us.

Send us Fan MailA quick introduction to Be Their Parent and Sheila. Please join us on this journey into parenting.