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Not being a "perfect" parent is exactly where real connection begins.In this episode, I sit down with parenting coach, Gayathri Vamsi, who helps families repair and rebuild their bond after reactive moments. We dive into the power of asking for help, why it actually makes you a stronger parent, and how to navigate the tough realization that parenting doesn’t always look the way we imagined.If you’ve ever struggled with yelling, guilt, or feeling like you’re falling short, this conversation will give you practical tools and a whole lot of relief.If you would like to know more about Gayathri's upcoming workshop (Preteens and Teens, and Screens and Sanity) and her 90-Day Parenting Reset Program, follow her on IG @g3parentingsimplified or on LinkedIn.

How do you feel when you are getting ready to head over to work on Monday? In this episode, we explore what it really means to hit reset on success.So many high-achieving parents find themselves chasing goals that once mattered, only to realize they feel burned out, disconnected, or completely misaligned. My guest, Bill Amirault shares a powerful framework to help you step back, reflect on how you got here, reconnect with your values, and intentionally design a life that feels aligned.This conversation is a reminder that success isn’t just about what you build in your career. It’s also about the moments you don’t want to miss at home.If you’ve been feeling the pull to slow down, recalibrate, and lead your life with more purpose and presence, be sure to visit Bill's website: https://careerwithcoachbill.com or contact him directly at [email protected] can also get his book: Finding God's Purpose For Your Career on Amazon.

In this episode, Cameron Allen brings a powerful neuroscience approach to helping families navigate physical and mental health challenges.By making complex medical scans accessible to everyone and easy to understand, he helps parents gain clearer insight into what may be happening in their child’s brain so they can make informed decisions about their care and support.We talk on how parents can override stress responses in their nervous system, practice self-compassion during difficult parenting moments, and maintain healthy communication with each other. When parents remain calm and connected, the positive impact on children can be profound.This conversation offers practical insight for parents who want to create more harmony at home while supporting their child through challenges. If you would like to know more about Cameron's work, visit: https://sensoriumneuro.comandhttps://immersive.neuroprogeny.com #Parenting #Neuroscience #FamilyWellbeing #EmotionalRegulation #TalkToDanielle

What if the habit that changes your parenting, leadership, and entire life isn’t productivity?In this episode of Talk to Danielle, Danielle C Baker breaks down the one internal shift that transforms how you respond to stress, show up for your children, lead others, and navigate everyday pressure. If adding more habits hasn’t worked for you, this conversation will not only show you why but will also show you what actually does.You’ll walk away with simple, practical steps you can start today to strengthen emotional regulation and create lasting change at home and beyond.Want the Reflection Questions mentioned in this episode? Email me to receive them and begin applying this work immediately.

What happens when all you can do is focus on the negative? When you reach a point when you are DONE but realize that nothing changes. How many times do you need to be "done" to start doing something about it?My guest this week, Denise Frenette, walks us through how to manage those moments when we are not proud of how we showed up for our children and how to make peace with how our parents showed up for us. She brings us to a place, by switching over to positive habits, where we can start appreciating the moments where our parents did good things for us, and those moments when our children are doing great things. Its's all about getting to a place where you can live in the essence of More.No matter where you are in your life journey, this is the episode you want to hear, If you would like to know more about Denise's work, her Book: More, and her "Because You Can" program, visit her website at https://www.denisefrenette.com You can also get her book More on Amazon.

What if your parenting triggers aren’t about your child… but about your past?In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Dr. Hector to uncover the hidden patterns of trauma that quietly shape how we show up as parents. We explore how unresolved experiences can surface as overprotection, heightened anxiety, and fear-based decision making , often without us even realizing it.You’ll learn why allowing children to safely navigate stress, frustration, and natural consequences is essential for building resilience and how stepping back can actually be an act of love, not neglect.We also talk openly about the guilt parents feel when they recognize they’ve been projecting their own fears and how to move through that guilt with awareness, compassion, and growth.If you’ve ever wondered whether your reactions are truly about your child or about something deeper, this episode will bring clarity, reassurance, and practical insight.If you would like to know more about Dr. Hector's work, including retreats and issues of his new Magazine, visit https://www.whitebutterflyclinic.com. You can also follow him on IG.

We are getting real this week, addressing and shedding light on certain realities of autism parents that we often not hear about.Receiving an autism diagnosis for your child can feel overwhelming, disorienting, and deeply emotional. But, most importantly, if not addressed properly, can lead to PTSD, trauma, isolation, and guilt that no parents want to admit to. In this powerful episode of Talk to Danielle, we explore what it truly means to navigate life after diagnosis not from fear, but from clarity, confidence, and even awe.My guest, Theresa Lyons, brings a rare and powerful perspective. As both a medical professional with a strong foundation in science-based research and a mother of an autistic child, she bridges the gap between clinical understanding and lived experience. Most importantly, Theresa shares information on how parents can recover from the challenges to get your life back and what they can do to fully support their child without neglecting themselves.To know more about Theresa's work, visit the Navigating AWEtism platform at https://awetism.net .You can also follow Theresa on social media where you will find loads of videos to help you get the right information.

What if the new goals you are struggling to achieve or you find yourself reverting back to old habits aren’t a discipline issue at all? What if it was a safety signal?In this episode, Danielle explains why we default back to our old ways when we try to create new habits, how emotional safety shapes our habits, our boundaries, and our motivation, and walks us through simple steps to reframe our nervous system to stop seeing a threat when we step out of our comfort zones.In her true nature, she will also show you how to teach you how to model this to your children so that they have a head start on how to recognize the signs that their nervous system is acting out and what parents and educators need to understand before discipline can ever work.In this Self-Leadership Series, Danielle will guide you through what you really need to take control of yourself, because... if you can't lead yourself, you cannot lead others.What signals does your body sends you when you feel unsafe? Start paying attention to how your "lack if discipline" is really telling you.

In this episode, double board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Angela Casey joins us for an important and timely conversation about skincare for our tweens and teens.Angela breaks down why young skin needs a very different approach, which ingredients can actually do more harm than good, and how parents can help their children navigate the overwhelming (and often misleading) skincare advice they see on social media from sponsored influencers.She also shares insight into the skincare line she designed specifically for youth: Bright Girl to protect, support, and respect developing skin rather than strip or damage it.For more information on Dr. Angela's work and the Bright Girl Skin Care line, visit www.brightgirl.com. You can also follow her on social media for additional information and resources @brightgirlbeauty.Bonus for listeners: Enjoy an exclusive 20% discount on her youth skincare line by using the discount code DANIELLE at checkout on the brightgirl.com website.This is a must-listen for parents, caregivers, and teens who want healthy skin without the hype.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs it.

With so much health advice online, it can be hard to know who to trust.In this episode of Talk to Danielle, Sarah Boyd shares the habits needed to maintain long-term health, why old patterns resurface, and how to distinguish credible health expertise from influencer content.We also explore insights from her book, The Health Revolution, and its impact on women’s health. Exercise, nutrition, and health! We cover it all!If you would like to know more about Sarah's work, visit www.sarahboyd.ca. You can also follow her on social media @Sarah The Health Coach. And, of course, you can get her book: The Habit Revolution, on amazon.

Life’s challenges don’t have to break you, They can actually build you. In this episode, Angèle shares how to turn adversity into opportunity by shifting inward, gently regulating your nervous system, and releasing the victim mindset. Learn how self-leadership, emotional awareness, and intentional energy create lasting change. Inspired by her book: The Frequency Effect, this episode explores how inner regulation and mindset shifts transform life’s challenges into growth. You can access Angèle's book, you can get it on Amazon. To find out more about her work by visiting www.angelelamothe.com.

Parenting on the autism spectrum comes with unique emotional demands. In this episode, Cristina P. Simmons joins us to share practical tools to help parents regulate their nervous system, model self-soothing techniques for their children, and communicate more effectively using fewer words. Learn how to stay grounded, reduce overwhelm, and navigate the daily emotional roller coaster of parenting with greater calm, clarity, and confidence.You can get a copy of Cristina's book: "Eat Your Feelings" on Amazon. Cristina is also offering a free download of her CALM framework that will get you though the rough times. Follow her on IG, LinkedIn, and FB to get access to the free PDF.

Season 4 Premiere — Part 2Every January tells us the same story: Be better. Do more. Try harder.But what if real change doesn’t come from reinventing yourself? What if it comes from repairing your relationship with yourself?In Part 2 of the Season 4 premiere, Danielle reframes personal growth through the lens of self-leadership, emotional safety, and self-trust. She explores why motivation fades, why discipline alone doesn’t work, and how many of our patterns are rooted in unmet needs, not failure.This episode offers a grounded, compassionate way to move forward without pressure, shame, or starting over.✨ Reflection Questions Available To support this conversation, Danielle is offering reflection questions you can use as journaling prompts. Email her at [email protected] and she will send you the questions.

Season 4 Premiere — Part 1You’re not lazy. You’re not unmotivated. And you’re not behind.If you’re heading into the new year already feeling tired, this episode is for you.In this Season 4 special two-part Premiere, Danielle explores the kind of exhaustion rest doesn’t fix: emotional fatigue, invisible labor, and the pressure of constantly holding things together. She unpacks why so many parents and leaders feel depleted before the year even begins and why burnout isn’t the full story.This episode isn’t about doing less or pushing through. It’s about understanding what your exhaustion is trying to tell you.✨ Reflection Questions Available If you’d like a set of gentle reflection questions to journal with after this episode, email Danielle at [email protected] and she will send them to you.

Healing doesn’t begin by fixing what’s outside of us. It begins when we’re willing to look inward. In this episode, we explore how shadow work helps women heal trauma, unmet needs, and emotional patterns formed throughout life. My guest, Alexis Neve, shares how facing the parts we’ve learned to hide allows us to break free from survival mode, reclaim personal power, and create a life rooted in choice rather than pain. If you’re ready to stop repeating old patterns and start living with intention, this conversation is for you.If you would like to find out more about Alexis' work and the upcoming collaboration work that will be available to you soon, you can visit: www.alexisneve.com/new-year You can also follow Alexis on IG: @thisisalexisneve

Some children don’t rush in. They watch. They listen. They take it all in.In this episode, I’m joined by Christine Devane, author of Elephant Beach, for a powerful conversation about supporting shy children and how they teach us about belonging. We explore how to help shy kids integrate into group settings without forcing them to perform, how to guide other children toward inclusion and empathy, and why patience is one of the most underestimated tools adults have.Christine shares the inspiration behind her children’s book and explains how stories can help children understand that shyness isn’t something to fix. It’s something to respect. We talk about giving children the space to observe, feel safe, and join in on their own terms, and how this approach builds confidence that lasts far beyond childhood.What makes this conversation especially meaningful is that these strategies don’t apply only to shy kids. The insights shared here are transferable to any child who feels different, unsure, or on the outside. This episode reminds us that belonging doesn’t come from changing who a child is, but from changing how we welcome them.If you would like to know more about Christine's work, you can follow her on IG @stined13 You can also get her books on Amazon, Barnes and Nobles, and on her website at www.christine-devane.com

In this powerful episode, we sit down for an honest conversation about surviving cancer emotionally, mentally, and physically. Sonia shares the mindset to adopt to fight through the hardest moments, the importance of setting healthy boundaries, and how truly listening to your body can guide the decisions that matter most. Sonia also gives tips on how to silence the noise of outside opinions and what meaningful support really looks like for someone going through treatments. Whether you’re navigating cancer yourself or supporting someone you love, this episode offers comfort, clarity, and strength.You can follow Sonia's journey and inspiring message, you can follow her on social media @cancerandthesinglewomanYou can also support Sonia at stan.store/cancerandthesinglewoman

In this episode, we dive into the world of media literacy and explore the responsibility of communications and media organizations to provide accurate and trustworthy content. My guest, Yesenia Reinoso, founder of Y Communicate, explains how parents can help their children develop critical thinking skills to question what they see online and in the news and how schools can also take the lead on what students are exposed to. Learn practical tips to guide your kids in distinguishing fact from fiction in today’s digital world and how to make sure to practice healthy digital habits.You can access Yesenia's collaborative book: Educational Luminaries on Amazon. You can also find out more about her work at www.ycommunicate.org. You can also find her on social media and LinkedIn.

Ricardo joins me as a returning guest this week to talk about his experience as a new dad and how choosing to enter his son's world has given him a great understanding of what his son needs from him.Putting the emphasis on the importance of play for children's healthy overall development and how our children's play patterns reveal how they learn, Ricardo shares helpful information and encouragement for parents who want to get involved in their child's early education but may feel overwhelmed with the information they have access to.If you would like to hear more about Ricardo's journey with his son and what he is learning along the way, you can follow him on FB and Instagram as well as on LinkedIn.You can also get a copy of Ricardo and Danielle's The Grateful Dad Journal on Amazon.

Expecting a child to take on the adults' responsibilities is not a healthy home environment. This statement will sting for many of you, but that is a fact.Parentification has been a strong pattern for generations making it a reference for how we must raise our children. It is in fact so strong that parents who are now trying to break this cycle are being ridiculed and judged harshly for being "too soft" with their children.Children should be allowed to be children. In this episode, Danielle walks covers the causes that lead to adults expecting their children to take on the parenting role, two types of Parentifications that we often see, the long term effects parentification has on children once they reach adulthood, and what NOT to tell your eldest child.Everyone will see a bit of themselves and their childhood home dynamic in the topics that are being discussed in this episode. Which part resonated with you the most? I invite you to share in the comments if you are called to do so.

Linda Harkey joins me on this episode to share her wonderful approach to storytelling which weaves in life moments with colourful and lovable animals. With Linda, it is not just reading! Children and parents get to experience her stories through the senses, transforming story time into an incredible time for parents to connect with their child. Her books are great tools for parents to use to get their children to love to read.This episode is part of an exciting collaboration with Story Monsters LLC, featuring great Children's Books Authors, opening up a world of possibilities for families worldwide.You can find Linda's book (and The Missing Pink Piggy) on Amazon and at www.harkeyanimaltales.com To find out more about her work, visit www.harkeybooks.comTo find out more about Story Monsters and to discover the many authors they work with, visit www.storymonsters.com

Homeschooling is not what it used to be. With access to the required remotely, programs that supplement what our children need to learn, and the option of getting the best of both worlds with hybrid homeschooling, parents now have even more control and influence on getting their kids to succeed with their education.Chris Linder joins me this week, sharing what parents must consider when thinking of homeschooling their children, where to find the curriculum and support they need, and gives us more information on the Homeschooling Remix he designed to support families,If you would like to get more information on Chris' work and find out more on how to prevent homeschooling isolation, you can visit his website at www.homeschoolremix.com. That is where you can also have access to his book and the Seat Squad.You can also find his on most socials @homeschoolremix

Living with lifelong trauma does not have to be your norm. When you dare to overcome your darkest moments, great moments of strength comes out of it.Greg Linkowski joins me this week to share his journey in disrupting generational patterns in order to make sure his children would not have to do it for him. The lessons he shares in his book: Dare To Thrive brings the reader a wealth of information on how to find the strength to overcome whatever obstacles life throws at you.You can get Greg's book in Barnes & Noble, Amazon, and so many other places. You can also follow Greg on:IG: thegreglinkowski_m.dFB: Greg Linkowski M.D.Or contact him at:email: [email protected]

As we are getting more concerned with our kids' screen time addiction, we are completely avoiding the real issue... our kids are simply mirroring us!With the average daily screen time for adults ranging from 6 to 13 hours a day (globally), we are now forced to admit that, before we can address our kids' screen time problem, we need to confront ours.In this episode, Danielle walks us through the alarming stats that are coming up for 2025, shares how adults can get real with their screen time habits and the changes they can make to improve their number, and THEN what we can do to help our kids with their issues.This is a topic we all need to be talking about with a more honest and realistic view. We are now 3 generations deep into this problem, the change has to start with us.

Victor "Victorious" Lopez joins me this week to share how you can get past people's opinions on you wanting to get more out of life than what they expect for you. From hearing you will not get far in life in high school to co-workers roasting you about wanting to make a career change, Victor gives us gold on how to block our that negative background noise and stay focus on your dreams.We cover the small changes to make in our habits to succeed, how to recognize the people who want to see you success, and how we can help our Youth to overcome the limiting beliefs that keep them from working towards their dreams. In this episode, Victor shows us why he got the name "Victorious".For more information on Victor's work and book him for an inspiration talk on the importance of building good work habits for the students and bringing a school together to uplift the students and teachers, visit his IG: victor_victorious_lopez or email him at [email protected]. Keep an eye out for his upcoming website: www.thinkvictorious.com

In celebration of his latest book "The Unqualified Hockey Coach", Craig Colby joins me this week to talk about life lessons we carry through our lives from the most unusual and "out-of-box" moments of our lives.From reflections on what we learn from watching our aging parents to showing up even when we don't feel qualified for the task at hand, Craig gives us a glimpse of his incredible storytelling skills as he shares the wisdom he picked up along the way and how to make a difference in the world.If you would like to learn more about Craig's work and get a copy of his book, visit www.colbyvision.net/books. You can get a copy of Craig's book on Amazon.

Todd Sarner joins me this week to open up an important conversation on what parenting really is all about. In a world where debates continuously occur between gentle parenting and disciplinary parenting, Todd reveals a more important topic that both are right!Devoting his practice to transformative parents where building a healthy connection with your child matters first, Todd also advocates for the fact that our role as parents, is to have to set firm boundaries as well. Talking about the strain different parenting approaches can have on a couple, the different types of energies related to emotions that they need to learn how to handle from their parents, and what children need from us in order to mature in a healthy way.To learn more about Todd's work and for more resources, visit www.transformativeparenting.com and his YouTube channel: Transformative Parenting with Todd.

Anne Laurie joins me this week to talk about the impact culturally sensitive assessments have on our children's academic success and overall language development. Co-founder and president of TRICOAST Education has devoted her work do developing a more effective way to assess multi-lingual students. She shares how this method gives a clearer view of whether the child is struggling with language due to being assessed in a different language or if it is an underlying side of DLD.To learn more about the dynamic assessment approach at TRICOAST Education and how to access the books specifically created to help all children, visit www.tricoasteducation.com. You can also follow TRICOAST Education on IG and reach Anne on LinkedIn. You can also contact them directly at [email protected] books are available in English, French, and Spanish on Amazon.

With the release of her new book: Not Today Frank, Jennifer LeClair reaches our teens in a unique and interactive way. She shares the challenges of presenting important information to our teens in a format that they are not naturally reaching out for, the importance of making information available to our teens in an appealing way so that they do not revert to Google or AI to get their information, and the importance of explaining the "why" behind healthy coping skills.You can get a copy of "Not Today Frank" on Amazon. To find out more about her work and her services, visit her website at www.healthyroutes.ca .

An episode packed with valuable information for parents with neurodivergent children! From getting on the same page with your co=parent on your child's diagnosis, understanding the variations in your disciplinary approach, conversations to have with your neurodivergent teen on impulsivity, how to handle the extended family's opinions on your child's condition, and amazing resources to support you as a parent! Dr. Norrine Russell has it all for us!For additional resources, she recommends Attitude Magazine, CHADD, and ChildMind.org for additional support to help you adjust with your child's specific needs.If you would like to know more about Dr. Norrine's work and access her podcast, visit her website at russellcoaching.com . You will also find Russell Coaching on social media.

Stephanie Applejohn, owner of Merry Maids of Ottawa, joins me this week to talk about a side of self-care that we don't talk about enough.Knowing that we spend, on average, 6 hours a week cleaning our home, I have to ask... what would you do if you had an extra 6 hours? Finding productive ways to free up some time to create memories with your family or taking time for yourself is not selfish! With businesses and corporations encouraging their senior leaders to get assistants, cleaners, and gym memberships so they can focus on the work they should be focusing on and maintaining their mental health, we should also be looking into that in our personal lives.Stephanie gives great tips on how to approach house chores with our children, shares the flexibility of house cleaning services that suits your family's needs, and gives ideas on what to do with that extra time now that the house is clean! If you would like more information on how outsourcing your house work to a cleaning service as part of your self-care, or if you would like to give the gift of getting time back to a new parent, an aging parent, or a good friend that is going through a hard time, you can contact Stephanie at www.merrymaidsottawa.ca . You can also follow Stephanie on Facebook, TikTok, and IG, and connect with her through LinkedIn.

Mistakes do happen in parenting but forgiving ourselves for how we showed up (or didn't show up) for our children can be a challenge. In this episode, Danielle get raw and real about her parental guilt journey and shares the main reasons that can provoke parental guilt, some of the causes for it, and how to cope with it to move forward in a positive way.If you are ready to move towards the positive side of your parenting, contact Danielle at [email protected] and ask for her Parenting with Gratitude Journal. She will send you a free digital copy of it.Remember that parenting is a marathon, give yourself grace when you switch to reactive mode and work on breaking the patterns you don't want to pass on to your children.

Play is just as important to adults as it is to children! Lacey Artemis joins me this week to talk about the benefits of playfulness for adults, the realities (and challenges) neurodivergent people face in the coaching/speaking business, and the beauty of going after what makes you happy.You can find out more about Lacey's work here:https://www.laceyartemis.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/laceyartemishttps://bit.ly/shinelanguagehttps://www.instragram.com/laceyartemisAnd you can also get a copy of her book here:https://www.amazon.ca/Parker-Tucker-Private-Investigators-Stolen/dp/B08RH2C6RD

Jennifer Rigley joins me this week, talking about how women can rediscover who they are once the kids are grown and our many responsibilities taper down. When you are left with that life-changing questions: "What now?", and "Who am I now?", Jennifer offers great information and resources to help rediscover yourself. This information can also be passed down to our daughters so they don't have to go through this stage in their older years.Jennifer's gentle approach to this important step in our life makes this transition incredibly kind and reassuring. To learn more about finding your path to joy and to get access to the Joy Triangle, you can visit Jennifer's website: www.flourishingoverfifty.com and follow her on social media @flourishingoverfifty .You can rewrite your story, the way you want it to go, and Jennifer is there to help you make it happen!

Join us this week as my guest, Siona Talekar, gives us a glimpse of how our youth are ready to take the lead!Author, artist, and humanitarian are just a few of the titles she already holds. At the age of 13, she published her book: I Know What You Do When I Go To School, which she also illustrated! Already winning awards and getting recognition in the film industry, Siona's story is absolutely inspirational to any young person who loves to create!Siona has a mission and you can help her make it happen. As she explains: "But I don’t want to just sell my book—I want to share it with other kids who might need a little joy, imagination, and comfort in their lives."You can help Siona's with her fundraising campaign to donate 5,000 books to children here: https://givebutter.com/SionaYou can find out more about Siona's book at https://storymonsters.com/i-know-what-you-do-when-i-go-to-school?rq=sionaThe book is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, just to name a few. You can also follow her on IG: @siona.author and @siona.artThis is an episode you don't want to miss.

Our children are the first generation to be raised shared on social platforms. Ang we are the first generation of parents who are sharing our children! As we are still trying to figure out how to do so safely, Sharenting is becoming an important issue we need to be talking about.Danielle walks us through the realities of Sharenting, how our everyday social sharing can harm our children, what lessons are to be learned, and how to proceed in a way that will not make us the source of our children's predatory and cyber-bullying attacks.

Patti Bevilacqua joins me this week to talk about how she was able to define the mindset that MS will not define her.She shares the lessons she learned while living with a chronic illness and relates it to how these lessons can serve us in our teaching and parenting.From self-care, acceptance, routine, and letting go of expectations, Patti brings an incredible outlook on life that will inspire us all to tackle whatever unexpected things life throws at us. To find out more about Patti's work and to get access to her book: MS Doesn't Define Me, visit www.pattibevilacqua.comYou can also follow Patti on IG @fearlesswithms

The season of divorce won't last forever but your bond with your child can. Vivian Meraki joins me this week to share how we can make that bond Unshakable through it all.We are talking about how to maintain psychological safety for your child, how to manage the transition days between co-parents, and where to keep the focus when parenting through divorce. Using the "I'm the expert" practice is by far one of my favorites!Vivian's bestselling book: Parenting Through Divorce: The 3 Keys to Building Unshakable Bonds With Your Children becomes a great resource and tool to support families going through their difficult times. It is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and many more independent bookstores.For more information on the work Vivian does and the programs she offers, visit her website: www.vivianmeraki.com and www.unshakableyou.comYou can also follow her on social media @vivianmeraki

We all want the healthy, athletic, smart, successful boy or girl. But children are not "made-to-order" and don't come with substitution options. The disappointment of not getting the child you wanted is very real but also very taboo.In this episode, Danielle covers how to adjust your parenting for the child you have, not the child you hoped for and 5 ways to deal with that disappointment.You can get a copy of Danielle's "Parenting with Gratitude: Finding Your Smile Through It All" journal and her "My Happy Days" journal for children on Amazon. They are available in English, French, and Spanish.

Anthony J. Mohr joins me this week, sharing a realistic view of how divorce affects our children. From the complicated subjects of the trauma related to the separation and redefining family portraits, to the importance of keeping our word, Anthony gives us incredible insight that he mentions in his book: "Every Other Weekend: The Coming of Age With Two Different Dads.You will find copies of his book on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and many other book stores, You can also find out more about Anthony's work and essays on his website: www.anthonyjmohr.comYou can also find him on LinkedIn, FB, and IG.

What you choose not to heal in yourself show up in your parenting. But what exactly does that mean?In this episode, Danielle identifies some of the most common ways your childhood wounds will creep up in your parenting. She also explains why this happens and what to do to make sure the generational patterns and traumas end with us.Danielle's book: Bringing Up The World: How To Finally Focus On What Matters and Watch The Child Bloom can be used as a guide to help you heal your childhood traumas so you do not pass them down to your children.

Teri Kingston shares with us the importance of effective story telling and gives us great insight on how we can prepare our children to face their fears of performing. Whether it is for the first day of school, a recital, and even getting ready for that first job interview, Teri gives us great tips and tricks to calm our nervous system, and explains the science behind the process of reminding our brain that it is not in danger.You can reach out to Teri directly at [email protected] and on LinkedIn for more information on her coaching programs. Her book: "Get Ready for TED When TED is Ready for YOU!" is also available on Amazon.

From what consistency looks like in parenting, to the impact inconsistency has on our children, and to how to deal with an inconsistent co-parent, Danielle walks you through what it takes to be an effective leader as a parent.Danielle works with many families in helping them find the consistent rhythm they need for their family, you can contact her directly by email or through LinkedIn if you would like to get more information.

Author, K. Snyder joins me this week to start the conversation that needs to happen now more than ever.With his book: "Reparations 101", K. lays down the foundation of what reparations really looks like and how to get the process started in order to heal the Nation. From the key players of slavery in the United States of America to the 4 Demands required for reparations, we dive deep into the conversation that makes everyone uncomfortable.For more information on the change K. is working for and to support the National Petition, visit www.reparations-101.com . You can also get a copy of the book on Amazon and follow Reparations 101 on IG.

As an autism parent, your time and energy are focused on the chaos you and your child are faced with. When you are simply trying to get through the next minute, the last thing to cross your mind is thinking about planning for a Special Needs Trust, Guardianship, and Power of Attorney.Michael Pereira joins me this week to shine a light for this underserved community. As a father who lives through this reality as well, he has made it his mission to help families get through the everyday challenges and plan for the future they need.You can access Michael's blog, the book for the neurotypical siblings, a template of a letter of intent that gives all the information needed on your child if anyone needs to look after your child in case of emergencies, and even budget sheets at www.theautismvoyage.comFor more information on services you can have access to, contact Michael by email.