Managing Parenting Stress. Are you drinking? Do you drink to cope with the stresses of parenthood? Or maybe you deal with your stress by numbing out on other substances? Wine? Weed? Mushrooms? You are not alone! Managing stress is NOT EASY. Parenthood is full of stress. It is too easy to rely on substances to help us cope. Heck, society even encourages it with TV ads, commercials, and even merchandise. In this episode of The Impactful Parent, Melissa and Kristina talk about their own...

The Moody Season: Exploring Seasonal Affective Disorder Is your house on the edge of a blowout too? EVERYONE is in a mood! In this episode of The Impactful Parent, Melissa and Kristina talk about: their ”moody” households, discuss WHERE this moodiness is coming from, explore Seasonal Affective Disorder (symptoms and solutions) and get real with how this time of year makes parents feel EXHAUSTED, OVERWHELMED, and LESS. JOIN US! ---- LINKS MENTIONED IN THE...

Our Crazy, Amazing, Pull Your Hair Out, Kids Part 2 of The Impactful Parent Video 1 of Season 2 It’s time to shake things up! The NEW Impactful Parent is still going to be FULL of parenting tips and hacks for your school aged child, BUT NOW it will also be with a dash of friendship, a splash of real-life, and a load of laughs! Welcome my new co-host and best friend, Melissa Clark! Melissa is a mom of 3, a teacher, a social worker, and a therapist. She is going to bring even MORE amazing...

New Season. New Host. New Stories. It’s time to shake things up!  The NEW Impactful Parent is still going to be FULL of parenting tips and hacks for your school-aged child, BUT NOW it will also be with a dash of friendship, a splash of real-life, and a load of laughs!   Welcome my new co-host and best friend, Melissa Clark! Melissa is a mom of 3, a teacher, a social worker, and a therapist. She is going to bring even MORE amazing parenting advice to each episode. PLUS-  now you get to hear...

How Is My Teen Driver? YES! SIGN ME UP! 🚗When Matt Carter got cut off by a distracted teenage driver, he immediately was thankful he didn’t get into an accident, but his second thought was, ”I wish I could tell his parents about this.” 😡 Matt wasn’t trying to get the teen in trouble, but he did wish that his parents knew how that teen was driving so they could help the teen correct their bad habits. 💟 💡Suddenly, an idea was born and Matt called his buddy Andrew Fullmer to get in on the...

The Truth About Mom Wine Culture Society has normalized moms drinking wine. Heck- they even encourage it with merchandise and commercials. But what happens when the stresses of motherhood become too much and the consumption of wine gets unhealthy? Learn how one mom beat the ”Mom Wine Culture” and started coping with stress and anxiety in other ways. Celeste Yvonne’s story is heartfelt, honest, and SO SIMILIAR to millions of moms everywhere. Watch it today inside the Impactful...

Parenting A Dyslexic Child Two moms of dyslexic children, founder of the Impactful Parent Kristina Campos and children’s book author Lynn Greenberg, discuss their own parenting journeys of raising a dyslexic child to success. This candid interview gives tips to parents and will leave you feeling inspired. Discover how you too, can raise a dyslexic child to success! ----- LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available...

Keep Track of Kids After School Dismissal If your child has ever taken the wrong bus home, gotten picked up by the wrong adult from school, or had to walk home from school alone- THEN THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU! Discover Keeping Your Kids Safe (or KYKS for short) can bring peace of mind to your afterschool routine with your child. Learn how schools can implement this simple program to make sure ALL students are accounted for and never take the wrong bus again! --- LINKS MENTIONED IN THE...

I Caught My Teenager With Porn How do you confront and address this uncomfortable conversation? I got you! Learn 5 reasons pornography is bad for the adolescent brain, discover 8 strategies for having this conversation with your child, and 6 ways to prevent your child from watching pornography again! --- LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes...

Teaching Kids How Money Works Teaching kids about money has to be so much more than just handing out an allowance for chores! Financial and money literacy can start early and Jorge Loyo (financial advisor), gives parents tips for teaching kids how money works! It doesn’t matter if your child is 6 or 16. It is time to talk MONEY with your child. Discover WHAT you need to talk about and HOW is the best way to teach financial literacy to kids. *This Episode also includes a FREE PDF for parents!...

Unlocking Success: 8 Essential Lessons Every Parent Should Instill in Their Children Here is your *Secret Sauce Formula* for RAISING SUCCESSFUL CHILDREN! The new episode of The Impactful Parent gives 8 lessons parents should teach their children (and HOW to teach those lessons) to grow a successful and well-balanced child! ---- LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES...

10 Things I wish I knew when I was going through a divorce Divorce SUCKS! This episode of the Impactful Parent is raw, truthful, and OH SO HELPFUL! Kristina Campos, founder, gives her top 10 tips for the newly divorced so that you can do more than just survive this stage of your life, but THRIVE! --- LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes included! Apple...

College Abroad: Why University in Europe May Be Better *Cheaper Tuition *An amazing life experience *A career even faster And these are just a few things that a European University can do for your child! Michael Leppo, helps families find their perfect European University for college. He says, ”It’s not for everyone, but it can be a great choice for many students and their families! There are many advantages to Universities abroad” Watch and discover how a University in England, France,...

How To Teach Critical Thinking: A Look at the Socratic Method The secret sauce for a successful future in ANY field of discipline is CRITICAL THINKING! I was blown away by Michael Strong, founder of Socratic Experience when he explained HOW and WHY we need more kids thinking critically for future jobs and academic success. Discover how YOU can teach critical thinking at home! Learn how the Socratic Method might help your child become a better student and learner! --- LINKS MENTIONED IN THE...

Starting School Parenting Hacks Get tips and tricks for an easier school year! Ashley Bartley, a school counselor, gives recommendations for simple things you can do to make the morning easier, weekly routines better, and a better connection with your child. Watch it this week inside the Impactful Parent app! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes...

When Your Child Doesn’t Need You Anymore: 5 Parenting Tips for the Teenage Years You knew this day would come but it feels too soon! Letting go when your child no longer needs you is really difficult! BUT- you aren’t alone. This week The Impactful Parent gives 5 tips to parents for dealing with this tough new phase in parenting. ---- LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores....

Looking For A Different Kind of Education? Discover The Waldorf Method Do you want a different kind of education for your child? One that: *doesn’t has textbooks *encourages creativity *promotes individual thinking *believes in bringing out the ”gifts” inside your child *And wants kids to explore the world instead of sitting at a desk? Then you need to check out the Waldorf Method. Catherine Read, explains how YOU TOO, can use the Waldorf Curriculum to educate your child and prepare...

Helping Young Children With Fears Managing fears in young children can be challenging! Jeff Tucker, author and school counselor, gives tips for dealing with children’s fears and helping kids over their anxieties. Also, get a glimpse of Jeff’s new book called Vinne The Brave! --- LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes included! Apple Store:...

Preparing Children For School Lockdown Drills In an age where kids are asked to hide under their desks or in a corner as part of a drill..... It can be very scary for children! In this episode of The Impactful Parent, Claire Marie, a school emergency management expert, gives tips for parents on how to talk to kids in order to eliminate anxiety and worry. *This video is a must-see if you have a young child entering school or a child that is nervous about school intruders. **This episode...

Tips for Surviving a Teenage Daughter Colleen O’Grady, therapist, and author, gives amazing tips for moms who want a better connection with their daughter and easier teen years! This video is packed full of gems for every parent raising a teen, but if you got a daughter- this is a must-see! Check out the full video to get all the great tips! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App...

222: Divorce Advice: 10  Tips For Parents, Part 1 Divorce is difficult for EVERYONE, but with help, support, and some good advice- You can make your divorce a little bit easier! Discover these 10 tips that will help you brave the storm. LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes included! Apple Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/ios Android Play Store:...

How To Motivate A Lazy Teenager Dr. Melanie McNally, a teen coach and psychologist, gives tips for helping your teen discover their inner passion and start moving! This is a must-see episode for anyone with a teenager because these tips are gems for every parent! Learn how you can create a better relationship with your teenager and help them reach their fullest potential. LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App!...

How to Improve My Daughter’s Self Esteem 5 Empowering Tips for Parents to Improve and encourage good self-esteem in Girls! If you have a daughter, this is a MUST-SEE episode of The Impactful Parent! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes included! Apple Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/ios Android Play Store:...

Is My Child Smart Or Lazy? Discover Gifted Children Dr. Mary Grace Stewart and I talk about gifted children that underachieve in this amazing episode of The Impactful Parent. We discuss questions like: What does gifted look like? Why do smart children underachieve? What do gifted kids need from schools to be successful? What is twice exceptional giftedness and how can parents support these kids?  MUCH MORE! ---- LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download...

How To Be A Compassionate Parent This video focuses on the 5 levels of compassion and why reaching level 5 should be an impactful parent’s goal! Discover the 5 levels of compassion and how you can be a better parent by being more compassionate. Examples for each level are given. LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes included! Apple...