In this week’s episode of Oh Crap Parenting, I’m sharing my top three tips for a peaceful holiday season with kids. From keeping your little ones well-fed before the big meal to avoiding power struggles over holiday food, I’ve got you covered. I talk about the magic of leaving gatherings on a...

In this episode of Oh Crap Parenting, I’m breaking down what’s really going wrong with “gentle parenting” and why so many parents feel like it doesn’t work. The idea behind gentle parenting was never about giving in or being permissive—it’s about being responsive without letting every big feeling...

In this episode, we tackle a phrase we all know too well: "Use your words!" But here’s the thing—our kids don’t always have the words, especially when they’re melting down. I talk about why expecting kids to verbalize their feelings during a tantrum can set us all up for frustration, and how we...