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When your child is grieving, it's so hard to know what to say or whether you're getting it right. Grief coach Victoria Wright shares what grief looks like in young kids and how to talk about death in simple, honest words. We also talk about our own grief for the person we used to be, after becoming a mum or going through menopause.   You'll Learn  The signs of grief in kids that are easy to miss Why saying "gone to sleep" can frighten young children A simple ritual to help your child remember someone they love How kids grieve pets, moving house and separation When to reach out for extra support Grieving who you were before motherhood or menopause  Why This Episode Matters Grief is our natural response to losing something we love, and it shows up in more ways than we might expect. In kids, it can look like anger, clinginess or tummy aches, which are easy to mistake for “bad behaviour.”  For us as mums, it can show up as sadness or loneliness, or not knowing who we are anymore, and often nobody names it as grief.  Understanding what grief is helps us meet our kids, and ourselves, with more patience and kindness.    Small Shift for Big Impact Victoria's small shift: move away from trying to fix your child's feelings. Instead of "don't be sad, everything's going to be okay," try "this is hard, I'm here with you, you're not on your own in this." Be a stable, constant presence and say "tell me more."   Take the Next Step Going through a hard season and want some support? Book a free 15-minute discovery call with Nina and we'll talk about what might help. Take that first step today. Links and Resources  Check out Victoria's website, Ocean Serenity Wellness: www.oceanserenitywellness.com Visit Victoria on Facebook or Instagram Book a free 15-minute coaching discovery call with NinaRelated podcast episodesEp 4 - How Do You Handle Big Emotions Without Losing It?Ep 56 - Do You Have Supermum Syndrome? with Onnie MichalskyRelated blog postValidating Children's Emotions: The Step We Often Skip Let's Connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: [email protected] About the Hosts Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach, mum and the host of Your Calm Parenting Path. Through Mindful Parenting Lifestyle, she helps overwhelmed parents move from reactive and stressed to calm, confident and connected with their kids. Nina shares practical tools and real-life stories so parents can feel supported and not alone in the hard moments. Victoria Wright is a Perth-based grief coach who supports people through loss and life transitions, including death, separation, illness and menopause. She holds a diploma in coaching and grief coaching, volunteers as a Lifeline crisis supporter, and draws on a background in counselling, meditation, Reiki, body therapies and sound healing. Victoria is also a mum of two, and is passionate about helping women feel less alone through the changes and losses that often go unrecognised. ⭐ Not sure where to start?  ⭐ Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz. It's two minutes, six honest questions, and you'll get a result that actually names what's going on for you right now, not a generic label. 🧡 Take the quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/

If you've ever lain in bed replaying something you said to your kids, this one's for you. Nina picks up from last week's bus moment in Fremantle and looks at why parenting guilt after yelling can feel like the responsible thing to hold on to, and how to stay accountable and repair without beating yourself up.   You'll Learn  Why going over a hard moment can feel productive The difference between guilt and shame, and why it matters How lingering guilt keeps you closer to snapping the next day A simple way to apologise without adding "but" How to talk to yourself the way you'd talk to a friend Why This Episode Matters When Nina interviewed 23 parents, guilt came up more than almost anything else. If you carry that heavy feeling after you lose it, you're not alone. This episode gives you a gentler, more honest way to look at those moments, so you can repair and keep going. Small Shift for Big Impact This week, notice the voice that shows up after a hard moment. What does it say, and when does it get loudest? You don't have to fix anything, just notice. If you catch it starting up, try naming it in your head ("There's that voice again") and ask what you'd say to a friend who told you the same story. Take the Next Step Take the free two-minute Parenting Clarity Quiz to see what's getting in the way most for you right now. One of the results, "I Feel So Guilty", was written for exactly this. Get this small shift started today. Links and Resources  Take the free Parenting Clarity QuizBook a free 15-minute coaching discovery call with Nina: https://www.mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au/service-page/discovery-callRelated podcast episodesEp 72 - The Moment Before You SnapEp 53 - The Way You Talk to Yourself After a Hard Parenting MomentRelated: Ep 42 - So You Yelled... Now What? How to Repair After YellingRelated: Ep 20 - What If You Could Finally Let Go of Mum Guilt? with Dr Camille GuillereyRelated blog postsOvercoming Parent Guilt What to Do After You Yell at Your Child When I Lost My Cool at the Pool!   Let's Connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: [email protected]  About the Host Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach, mum of three boys and the founder of Mindful Parenting Lifestyle. She helps overwhelmed parents move from reactive to calm, confident and connected, using mindfulness and practical communication tools. Nina is open about her own hard moments, including the guilt that follows them, because she knows how much it helps parents to hear they're not the only ones. ⭐ Not sure where to start?  ⭐ Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz. It's two minutes, six honest questions, and you'll get a result that actually names what's going on for you right now, not a generic label. 🧡 Take the quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/

A spilled drink at 5pm, and suddenly you’ve lost it. Nina shares a long day in Fremantle that ended with her snapping on the bus home, and how that moment usually starts building hours earlier.  She shares a simple 0 to 10 scale for noticing how wound up you’re getting, the early signs to look out for in your body and voice, and small changes you can make to your day when you notice you’re running low, like taking something off the afternoon or lowering the bar for a night. You'll Learn  Why the snap usually starts building hours earlierA simple 0 to 10 scale to notice how wound up you're gettingHow to spot your own early signs in your body, voice and thoughtsWhy it's okay to lower the bar on the days you're running on empty  Questions to reflect on: Think back to the last time you snapped. What time of day was it, and what had happened in the hours before?Where do you feel it first in your body, what happens to your voice, and what thoughts start showing up?What does your 3 look like, and what does your 8 look like?Where am I on my scale right now? And if you’re higher than you expected, what’s been stacking up today?  Why this episode matters If you've ever told yourself you just don't have enough patience, this one is for you. Often it's a tired body after hours of small things stacking up. Nina shares her own snap, how she repaired with her son, and gentle ways to catch it sooner. Small shift for big impact Pick a moment you already have, like waiting for the kettle. Feel your feet on the floor, take one slow breath out, and ask, "Where am I on my scale right now?" Just notice.   Take the next step Take the free two-minute Parenting Clarity Quiz. The "I React Before I Think" result was written for exactly this, and you can book a free chat with Nina afterwards. Get started today. Links and resources Take the Parenting Clarity Quiz: parentingquiz.my.canva.siteBook a free 15-minute coaching discovery call with NinaRelated Podcast EpisodesEp 2 - Why We Yell and What to Do InsteadEp 59 - Does Mindfulness Actually Work Mid-Meltdown?Ep 42 - So You Yelled... Now What? How to Repair After YellingRelated blogHow to Stay Calm as a Parent When You Feel OverwhelmedLet's connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: [email protected] About the host Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach and mum who helps overwhelmed parents move from reactive to calm and connected, using practical tools that fit into real family life. She's open about her own hard moments, like the bus ride home in this episode, because she knows how much it helps parents to hear they're not the only ones. Nina is the founder of Mindful Parenting Lifestyle, offering 1:1 coaching, group programs and online courses for parents who want more calm and connection at home. ⭐ Not sure where to start?  ⭐ Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz. It's two minutes, six honest questions, and you'll get a result that actually names what's going on for you right now, not a generic label. 🧡 Take the quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/

Wondering if you're doing enough for your child's health? Rose Irranca, founder of Holistic Kids, walks through the five pillars of holistic health for kids - physical, emotional, cognitive, social and spiritual - and how to start with one small change.   You'll Learn  The five pillars of holistic health for kids Why a tantrum can be a sign your child is out of balance Small swaps that don't overhaul family life The free app Rose uses for better food choices Why your own self-care matters too  Why This Episode Matters When you're already stretched, health advice can feel like another list of things you're getting wrong.  Rose's five pillars help you see the whole picture - how sleep, feelings, learning, friendships and a sense of purpose all affect each other - so you can choose one area to focus on.  She keeps it to small, doable steps, with kindness for the parent doing the work, and you'll come away with ideas to try this week.   Small Shift for Big Impact Rose's small shift: take time out every day to be with your kids. Straight after school, sit down and play a game or watch their favourite show together. That quality time calms them, brings them joy, and is a chance to tell them you love them. Take the Next Step Create your free account at Holistic Kids and set up your own Holistic Parent Hub. Pop in your postcode to find local practitioners and resources across the five pillars, and save the ones you like so they're there when you need them. Get this small shift started today. Links and Resources  Visit the Holistic Kids websiteCheck out the Five Pillars resource andCreate your free Holistic Parent Hub Follow Holistic Kids AU on Instagram and Facebook and Linked InDownload the free Yuka app (and read Rose's blog on it)Book a free 15-minute coaching discovery call with NinaRelated Podcast episodeEpisode 57 - How to End Screen Time Without the MeltdownRelated blogpostStaying Calm in the Midst of a TantrumLet's Connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: [email protected] About the Hosts Rose Irranca is the founder of Holistic Kids, Australia's growing platform connecting families with trusted holistic practitioners and resources to support children's wellbeing. She's a qualified social worker with a background in counselling, education and holistic therapies, and has spent her career helping parents make informed, values-aligned choices for their kids. A mum of three boys, Rose is driven by a simple mission: helping healthy kids grow into healthy adults. Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach and mum, and the host of Your Calm Parenting Path. She helps overwhelmed parents move from reactive to calm, confident and connected, using mindfulness and practical communication tools. Through her coaching, group programs and podcast, Nina shares real-life stories and small, doable shifts that help families feel more connected at home. ⭐ Not sure where to start?  ⭐ Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz. It's two minutes, six honest questions, and you'll get a result that actually names what's going on for you right now, not a generic label. 🧡 Take the quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/

If homework time ends in tears, slammed doors or a very long hour at the kitchen table, you're not alone. Emily Fogg from Wise Owl Education shares five homework personalities and how knowing your child's personality can ease homework battles.   You'll Learn The five homework personalities, from the avoider to the negotiatorHow much homework is enough in primary schoolWhat kids need before homework: regulation, food, movement and connectionWhat to do when you don't understand the homework either  Why This Episode Matters Homework battles can leave you feeling like you're failing at something that should be simple. This conversation feels like a deep breath and some permission to ease up.   Small Shift for Big Impact Emily's small shift: remember your afternoon and a harmonious home matter most. If homework needs to go out the window, that's fine. If you're having trouble, set a timer for five or ten minutes and ask your child to do what they can in that time.   Take the Next Step Once you've spotted your child's homework personality, book into Emily's homework webinar to learn the strategies that suit them. She runs it every few weeks, so grab your spot today. Links and Resources Check out Emily's website, Wise Owl EducationFollow Wise Owl Education on socials and YouTube - search for 'Wise Owl Education'Join Emily's homework webinar: see her website for more infoBook a free 15-minute coaching discovery call with Nina: Related Podcast episodesEpisode 9 - Can Mindful Parenting Really Make a Difference? with Emily FoggEpisode 18 - What's the Best Way to Support a Struggling Learner? with Emily FoggRelated blog postsWhen I Lost My Cool at the Pool!Let's Connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: [email protected]  About the Hosts Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach, mum of two boys and the host of Your Calm Parenting Path. Through Mindful Parenting Lifestyle, she helps overwhelmed parents move from reactive to calm, confident and connected with their kids. Nina brings real-life stories from her own home to every episode, including the everyday moments when things don't go to plan. Emily Fogg is a former teacher and associate deputy principal who founded Wise Owl Education in 2022. She and her team offer tutoring in small groups and one-on-one sessions for kids who learn differently, including those with dyslexia, dyscalculia, ADHD and autism, as well as a small-group homework club and regular webinars for parents. Emily is also a mum to a six-year-old daughter with ADHD, so she knows the homework struggle from both sides of the kitchen table. ⭐ Not sure where to start?  ⭐ Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz. It's two minutes, six honest questions, and you'll get a result that actually names what's going on for you right now, not a generic label. 🧡 Take the quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/

It was 8:21am, nine minutes to leave for school, and a six-year-old refusing to get dressed. Nina shares what really happened that morning, including the bit that didn't go smoothly, and the one question that helped her figure out what actually needed her attention first.   You'll Learn  Why noticing what's happening in your body matters before you react How to spot the competing needs pulling at you in the same moment The simple question to ask when several things need you at once Why "getting it all right" isn't the goal on a hard morning How to make peace with the thing you didn't get to do  Why This Episode Matters Parenting rarely hands you one thing to deal with at a time. It's the school run and the tired child and the thing you really wanted to see and your own rising frustration, all landing at once - and there isn't always a way to meet every need. This episode is for the moments when you don't know which one to choose first, and it's a reminder that simply noticing what's happening is enough of a place to start.   Small Shift for Big Impact This week's small shift: when several things need you at once, pause and ask yourself, "What needs my attention most right now?" You don't have to solve the whole moment or get everything right. Just notice what's actually in front of you first, whether that's your own rising tension, your child's tiredness, or something as simple as breakfast, and start there.   Take the Next Step Curious what's actually driving your hardest parenting moments? Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz - it takes a few minutes and points you toward what might need your attention right now, plus one small thing to try. Links and Resources Take the Parenting Clarity QuizRelated Episodes:Episode 68 - Same Problem? Four Parents, Four Different ReasonsEpisode 44 - Awareness in Parenting (Part 1: Understanding Your Reactions)Episode 3 - Is This the Most Underrated Parenting Tool?Related Blog Posts How to Stay Calm as a Parent When You Feel Overwhelmed Morning Routine with Kids: 5 Things That Save Our Sanity   Let's Connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: [email protected] About the Host Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach and mum of three, helping overwhelmed parents move from reactive to calm and connected using real, practical tools rather than perfection.  She draws on her own messy, ordinary mornings, like the one in this episode, to show that presence isn't about getting it right, it's about noticing what's actually happening and making a considered choice from there.  Nina is the founder of Mindful Parenting Lifestyle, offering 1:1 coaching, group programs and online courses for parents who want more calm and connection in daily life. ⭐ Not sure where to start?  ⭐ Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz. It's two minutes, six honest questions, and you'll get a result that actually names what's going on for you right now, not a generic label. 🧡 Take the quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/

If you've ever wondered why the parenting advice that worked for your friend doesn't seem to work for you, this episode is for you. Nina walks through four different parents who could all say the same thing, "my kid won't listen," and shows why what's actually going on underneath looks completely different for each of them. You'll Learn: Why the same parenting complaint can come from four completely different placesThe patterns Nina kept hearing after one-on-one conversations with over twenty parents How to tell if you're already at your limit before the moment even starts Why some strategies don't land because they don't fit your specific child How to interrupt the guilt spiral that follows a hard parenting momentA simple question to ask yourself after a tough moment this week  Why This Episode Matters: If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right and it still isn't working, you're not alone in that. This episode doesn't hand you another strategy to add to the list - it slows down long enough to ask what's actually happening for you specifically, because the parent who's running on empty needs something different to the parent who's carrying guilt, and both are valid. It's a genuinely useful reset if you've been feeling like you're failing at something everyone else seems to have figured out. Small Shift for Big Impact: This week's small shift: think of one parenting moment from the last few days that didn't go how you wanted, and ask yourself one question... What was making that moment hard for me?  Not how do I fix it, just what was actually going on. You might notice you were already at your limit, or genuinely didn't know what to try with your child, or you're still carrying guilt about the bits that weren't perfect. You don't need an answer straight away, just start noticing. Take the Next Step: If this episode had you nodding along, take the Parenting Clarity Quiz next - it'll show you which of these is really going on for you right now, plus one practical thing to start with. Take the quiz today - click here. Links and Resources: Take the Parenting Clarity Quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/ Related Podcast EpisodeEpisode 19 - Are You Drowning in the Parenting Juggle?Episode 2 - Why We Yell and What to Do InsteadEpisode 53 - The Way You Talk to Yourself After a Hard Parenting MomentLet's Connect: Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: [email protected]   About the Host: Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach, podcast host and mum who spent years stuck in her own cycle of yelling and guilt before training in the Mindful Parenting Framework with Hunter Clarke-Fields. She now works one-on-one with parents to help them understand what's actually going on underneath the moments that feel hardest, rather than just handing them another strategy to try. Having spoken with dozens of parents about exactly what they're finding difficult, she brings both professional training and lived experience to every conversation. ⭐ Not sure where to start?  ⭐ Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz. It's two minutes, six honest questions, and you'll get a result that actually names what's going on for you right now, not a generic label. 🧡 Take the quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/

Jen Dugard, founder of MumSafe Movement, joins Nina to talk about what really happens to our bodies after having kids, and why exercise isn't about getting your old body back. They talk pelvic floor health and moving for strength, not appearance.   You'll Learn: Why postpartum isn't a 12 month window, it's the rest of her life What a good trainer should ask before you start training with them Why "just do what feels right" isn't safe advice for your pelvic floor The shift from wanting your body "back" to training for strength Simple habits to start at home, no gym required Why it's never too late to start moving again  Why This Episode Matters: So many of us push our own bodies to the bottom of the list. This episode is a reminder that your body deserves care too, and that looking after it is part of how you show up calm for your kids.   Small Shift for Big Impact: Jen's small shift: start a conversation with another mum about something you've been keeping to yourself because you think it's not normal - leaking, pelvic pain, or just not feeling right. Naming it is often the first step to getting support. Take the Next Step: If this stirred something up about how you're showing up for yourself as well as your kids, book a free 15 minute discovery call with Nina. Get this small shift started today. Links and Resources: Visit MumSafe's website: mumsafemovement.comFollow Jen on Instagram:Parent - follow @MumSafeMovement Fitness Professional - follow @Jen Dugard Jen's book, How To Love Your Body As Much As Your Baby (note this is an affiliate link)Book a free 15-minute discovery call with NinaRelated Podcast episodes:Episode 48 - Reconnecting With Yourself in Busy Seasons of ParentingEpisode 56 - Do You Have Supermum Syndrome? with Onnie MichalskyLet's Connect: Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: [email protected] About the Hosts: Nina is a mindful parenting coach and mum, helping overwhelmed parents move from reactive and exhausted to calm, confident and connected with their kids. She hosts Your Calm Parenting Path to share honest conversations and practical tools for building a more mindful family life. Jen Dugard is the founder of MumSafe Movement and creator of Safe Return to Exercise, and has spent more than 18 years helping mums feel strong, confident and supported in their bodies. She trains a community of MumSafe trainers across Australia, New Zealand and the UK, all working in collaboration with pelvic health physiotherapists. Jen is also the author of How To Love Your Body As Much As Your Baby. ⭐ Not sure where to start?  ⭐ Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz. It's two minutes, six honest questions, and you'll get a result that actually names what's going on for you right now, not a generic label. 🧡 Take the quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/

What if the fix for bedtime battles wasn't a new routine, but simply opening the curtains? Nina sits down with astrophysicist-turned-mindfulness-teacher Dr. Mark Westmoquette, author of Look Up At Bedtime, to explore how a few minutes under the night sky can turn a nightly fight into a moment of genuine connection. You'll Learn  Why sharing wonder calms bedtime faster than rushing it A simple gravity practice to try in bed tonight Why you don't need to know constellations to stargaze How opening the curtains turns bedtime into connection A loving kindness practice using the moon or stars Why kids are often more present than we realise  Why This Episode Matters If bedtime in your house feels more like a countdown to lights out than a wind-down, this conversation offers a different way in. Dr Mark's approach doesn't ask you to do more, just to look up together and let curiosity do the rest. A genuinely lovely reminder that connection can be simple. Small Shift for Big Impact Mark's small shift: shared wonder. You don't need to know more than your child about what you're looking at, or feel like you need all the answers before you explore. Open the curtains and be curious together, rather than the expert - coming alongside your child instead of standing above them. Take the Next Step If tonight's episode has you thinking about bedtime in your house, book a free 15-minute discovery call with Nina and let's talk about what a calmer routine could look like for your family. Get this small shift started today. Links and Resources  Check out Dr. Mark Westmoquette's book, Look Up At Bedtime (note this is an affiliate link)Visit Dr. Mark's website - www.markwestmoquette.co.uk  Book a free 15-minute coaching discovery call with Nina Related PodcastEpisode 54 - Teaching Kids Mindfulness Before They Need It, with Alia SallamEpisode 57 - How to End Screen Time Without the Meltdown Related blogThe Evening Routine: Creating Calm After Chaos Let's connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: [email protected] About the Hosts Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach and mum, and the host of Your Calm Parenting Path. She helps overwhelmed parents move from reactive and exhausted to calm, confident and connected with their kids, blending practical strategies with a genuinely warm, non-judgemental approach.   Dr. Mark Westmoquette is an astrophysicist turned mindfulness teacher and the author of Look Up At Bedtime, a children's book blending astronomy, storytelling and mindfulness practices for primary-school-aged kids. He spent about a decade working as a professional research astronomer, including nights at some of the world's largest telescopes, before leaving academia to teach yoga and meditation, and eventually finding a way to bring his two passions together. He lives in London with his wife and young son. ⭐ Not sure where to start?  ⭐ Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz. It's two minutes, six honest questions, and you'll get a result that actually names what's going on for you right now, not a generic label. 🧡 Take the quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/

Nina went out for a half marathon training run in gale-force wind, rain and actual hail last Saturday, and came home with more than sore legs. This episode unpacks five surprising parallels between that wild run and the reality of raising kids, from accepting what we can't control to remembering why we started. You'll Learn: You can't control the conditions, but you can work with themHard doesn't automatically mean something's wrongBeing present helps you actually see what's happeningKnowing your parenting "why" makes the hard days easierHaving people alongside you makes the hard days easier to carry Why This Episode Matters Some weeks parenting feels like running straight into the wind - the stuff you can't control, the moments that feel hard for no obvious reason, the sense that you should have this figured out by now.  This episode moves through all of it: what to do when you can't control the conditions, why hard doesn't mean something's wrong, why presence matters more than perfection, how knowing your why keeps you going, and why you're not meant to do this without other people around you.  It's less a fix and more a different way of looking at the whole hard week. Small Shift for Big Impact This week's small shift: pick one parenting situation that's been feeling difficult lately, just one. Instead of jumping straight to fixing it, get curious.  Ask yourself what's actually happening, notice what your child might be needing, notice what you're needing, and then ask what's one small thing you could try differently.  You don't need to solve the whole thing this week, just notice, get curious and try one small change. Take the Next Step If this episode has you thinking about your own parenting "why," or you'd like some support turning small shifts into lasting change, book a free 15-minute discovery call with Nina. Get this small shift started today. Links and Resources Watch the hailstorm run Reel on InstagramFollow Nina's half marathon training on InstagramBook a free 15-minute coaching discovery call with NinaRelated Podcast Episodes:Episode 50 - 11 Parenting Lessons from 50 EpisodesEpisode 3 - Is This the Most Underrated Parenting Tool?Episode 22 - Why Do Parents Need a Village More Than Ever? with Natalie VenturaRelated blog post: Which Side of the Coin Are You On? Your Parenting WHY Let's Connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: [email protected] About the Host: Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach and mum of three boys, and the host of Your Calm Parenting Path. She helps overwhelmed parents move from reactive to calm and connected, drawing on her own training through the Mindful Parenting Course and years of coaching families through the everyday moments that test their patience.  She's currently training for a half marathon, which is exactly how this episode came about - a very wet, very windy long run turned into an unexpected parenting lesson. ⭐ Not sure where to start?  ⭐ Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz. It's two minutes, six honest questions, and you'll get a result that actually names what's going on for you right now, not a generic label. 🧡 Take the quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/

The moment your patience snaps isn't random, and it isn't a character flaw. Therapist Jessica Tomich Sorci joins Nina to unpack "mum parts" - the different pieces of you that step in to protect you when parenting gets hard - and why getting to know them changes how you respond to your kids.   You'll Learn  What "mum parts" are and why every mother has them Why resentment, guilt and anger often show up together in a loop Protector parts vs the more vulnerable "inner baby" parts How to talk to your irritated part before it takes over What your kids learn when they see you name and regulate a hard feeling  Why This Episode Matters If you've ever snapped at your kids and spent the day feeling terrible about it, this will feel like a relief. Jessica explains why those moments aren't a sign you're failing, they're a part of you trying to help. It's an episode that leaves you more curious about yourself, and less hard on yourself. Small Shift for Big Impact Jessica's small shift: imagine that even your worst reactive moment happened for a good reason, specific to caring for you. Your anger or panic is likely trying to help you. You don't have to act on that curiosity straight away, just hold it as a possibility. Take the Next Step Want to explore your own mum parts further? Book into Jessica's next Mom Parts Salon, a live monthly session where she guides you through identifying and working with the parts that show up for you. Link coming soon - get this small shift started today. Links and Resources Visit Jessica's website: www.momparts.comRead her book (note affiliate link)"When Good Moms Feel Bad" by Jessica Tomich Sorci and Rebecca Geshuri. Book into Mom Parts Salon with Jessica (monthly, USD $29) - link coming soonListen to Jessica's podcast, Mother Centred - link coming soonBook a free 15-minute coaching discovery call with Nina.  Related Podcast EpisodesEpisode 53. 'I'm a Terrible Mum': The Inner Voice After We Lose It -Episode 20 - What If You Could Finally Let Go of Mum Guilt? with Dr Camille Guillerey  Let's Connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: [email protected] About the Hosts Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach and mum who helps overwhelmed parents move from reactive to calm, confident and connected with their kids. Through Your Calm Parenting Path, she shares practical, compassionate strategies and real conversations to support families breaking generational patterns.   Jessica Tomich Sorci is a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified perinatal mental health specialist and Level 3 trained Internal Family Systems therapist. She has spent more than 15 years supporting mothers through the emotional ups and downs of parenting, and is the creator of the Mom Parts method. She is the author of "When Good Moms Feel Bad" and hosts the Mother Centred podcast.   ⭐ Not sure where to start?  ⭐ Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz. It's two minutes, six honest questions, and you'll get a result that actually names what's going on for you right now, not a generic label. 🧡 Take the quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/

Overwhelm doesn't stay inside us, it spills into our kids, our family dynamic and our home. Part two of this two part series looks at practical ways to ease it in each of those places.   You'll learn   Why four hugs a day matters more than we realise (Virginia Satir) How to run "special time," a 10-15 minute connection tool Why filling each child's cup beats comparing siblings A simple dinner table practice: rose, thorn and bud Three shifts for easing overwhelm at home: schedules, stuff, screens  Why this episode matters? A hard moment with one child, a flare up between siblings, a house that feels a step ahead of you, none of that means you're doing anything wrong. It's just what happens when a lot of people share the same days. This episode offers a few honest, doable ideas rather than one more thing to feel behind on.   Small shift for big impact This series covered a lot across both episodes, so here's the full list. Pick just one, whichever resonates most or feels easiest to actually keep up, try it for a week, and see how it goes. If it doesn't land, come back and try another.   From Part 1 (within ourselves): Bring presence into a tidy up, put a playlist on and properly sing and dance your way through itTwenty extra seconds at the sink each morning, noticing your hands and one thing you're grateful for  From Part 2 (children, family and home): Physical touch, aim for those four hugs a daySpecial time, ten to fifteen minutes of your child's full attention, no TV, no correcting, phone away (bedtime can carry this if a daily slot isn't realistic)Working together on small jobs like dishes or feeding petsSpecific verbal encouragement, "thank you for your kindness" over a blanket "good jobFilling each child's cup individually rather than comparing them to a siblingProtecting some unscheduled time each weekA toy rotation, so tidy up is actually manageable for your kids Take the next step If this stirred something in you, that's what one-on-one coaching is for. Book a free 15 minute discovery call and let's talk through whether working together is the right fit. Get this small shift started today.   Links and resources Book a free 15-minute coaching discovery call with Nina: Related podcast episodesEpisode 5 - Can Connection Really Help Your Kids Listen Better?Episode 25 - Are you Getting Suck in Your Own Big Feelings?Episode 28 - How to Stop Being the Referee in Sibling FightsEpisode 57 - How to End Screen Time Without the MeltdownRelated blog postsBlog - How to Navigate Peaceful Parenting At Home with Mindful Parenting  Let's connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: [email protected] About the host Nina Visic is a parenting coach and the voice behind Your Calm Parenting Path, helping overwhelmed parents find calm, connection and confidence through mindfulness and practical, doable strategies. Drawing on her own experience raising three boys, she shares real tools for the hard, ordinary moments of family life, not just the neat, tidy version of parenting. ⭐ Not sure where to start?  ⭐ Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz. It's two minutes, six honest questions, and you'll get a result that actually names what's going on for you right now, not a generic label. 🧡 Take the quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/

Some days the overwhelm hits before you've even had your coffee. Part one of a two-part series, this episode looks at where that feeling starts, within ourselves, with two shifts to help lighten it. You'll Learn  Why chore resentment is rarely about the task itself A simple way to bring presence into washing up or folding laundry Why unpaid, unrecognised housework can feel invisible A different way to think about "me time" that doesn't need a bath and candles  Why This Episode Matters If you've felt resentful scrubbing a pot, or guilty for not doing self-care "properly," this episode names what's underneath both, and offers a gentler way to show up in the hours you already have. Small Shift for Big Impact Pick one this week: a playlist to dance through your next tidy up, or twenty extra seconds at the sink each morning noticing your hands and one thing you're grateful for. If one doesn't land, try the other. Take the Next Step If this stirred something in you, Nina's one-on-one coaching goes deeper into exactly this. Book a free 15-minute discovery call to see if it's the right fit. Links and Resources Free guided meditation: Washing the Dishes MeditationBooks mentioned (note these are affiliate links) Buddhism for Mothers by Sarah NapthaliThe Miracle of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat HanhVisit Nina's website: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auBook a free 15-minute coaching discovery call with NinaRelated EpisodesEpisode 11 - Tired of Doing It All? What Needs to Change? with Eva RadoEpisode 27 - Are You Feeling the Invisible Weights of Motherhood? with Michelle MarksEpisode 33 - What If Self-Care Could Actually Feel Easy? with Melissa HowellRelated Blog PostBlog: Easy Mindfulness for Mums Who Don't Have Time to MeditateLet's Connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: [email protected]   About the Host Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach and the voice behind Your Calm Parenting Path, helping overwhelmed parents find more calm, connection and confidence at home through mindfulness and practical, everyday strategies.  Drawing on her own experience raising three boys, and on the Mindful Parenting Framework developed by Hunter Clarke-Fields, Nina shares real tools for turning ordinary moments, from doing the dishes to bedtime, into moments of genuine presence and connection. ⭐ Not sure where to start?  ⭐ Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz. It's two minutes, six honest questions, and you'll get a result that actually names what's going on for you right now, not a generic label. 🧡 Take the quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/

Today we're widening the lens beyond mums. Alison D'Vine of Sagency WA shares what years of working with men has taught her about why partners struggle to regulate, and what that does to the family when they don't.  This isn't about excusing anything, it's about understanding what's underneath so we're not carrying it alone. Alison brings both her professional insight and her own lived experience to this one, and it's a genuinely honest look at the other side of the family system. You'll Learn Why "ghosts in the nursery" show up once unresolved trauma meets new parenthoodThe Angels in the Nursery study: how one person who truly saw you changes everythingQuiet signs a partner might be struggling to self-regulateWhy epigenetics shows trauma patterns can be interrupted, not just inheritedWhy trying to fix your partner backfires, and what helps instead Why This Episode Matters So much of this podcast is about our own regulation as mums, but our partners' emotional world shapes the household too. This conversation names what a lot of us feel but rarely say, the grimace instead of the smile, the plans that never happen, the eggshells, and gives language to what might be going on underneath. Small Shift for Big Impact Alison's small shift: you can't fix, cure or regulate your partner, but you can be the role model. As she puts it, quoting Abraham Lincoln, "point your feet in the right direction and stand firm." Get clear on your own regulation and boundaries, and hold that steady. Take the Next Step If this conversation brought something up about your partner or someone you love, Alison and her team at Sagency WA work with men directly, in person and online, Australia wide. Reach out through her website to point them in the right direction. Get this small shift started today. Got a Question for Alison? Alison's offered to come back for a Q&A on supporting a partner's self-regulation. If you've got a question you'd like her to answer, send it through to [email protected]. Links and Resources  Visit Sagency WA's website: sagencywa.com.auRelated Podcast EpisodesEpisdode 44 - Awareness in Parenting (Part 1: Understanding Your Reactions) - noticing what's happening in your own body and mind before you reactEpisode 38 - When My Calm Slipped (And How I'm Coming Back) - Nina's own honest account of her regulation slipping and the steps bacLet's Connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: [email protected] About the Host/s Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach and mum, and the host of Your Calm Parenting Path. She helps overwhelmed parents move from reactive to calm, confident and connected with their kids, through one-on-one coaching, group programmes and this podcast. Alison D'Vine is the founding director and principal practitioner at Sagency WA, where she runs men's behaviour change programmes covering therapy, case management and accountability, work she built after years in the sector left her wanting a more holistic model. She's neurodivergent, a single mum of four, and brings her own lived experience of separation and self-regulation into the men's groups she facilitates five days a week. ⭐ Not sure where to start?  ⭐ Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz. It's two minutes, six honest questions, and you'll get a result that actually names what's going on for you right now, not a generic label. 🧡 Take the quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/

If you've ever wondered whether your child's behaviour is deliberate, this one's for you. ADHD parent coach Susan Hughes returns to explain the neuroscience behind ADHD behaviour, and why understanding it changes how you respond.  You'll Learn  Why ADHD behaviour isn't a choice, it's a 30% executive function gap A phrase to interrupt a reactive moment: "it's the ADHD" A simple four-task morning routine for ADHD brains Why shame is the most damaging response to ADHD behaviour How to co-regulate when parent and child are both dysregulated  Why This Episode Matters If you're parenting a child with ADHD, you know the mornings that spiral and the moments you snap and regret. Susan offers something more useful than a quick fix: a way to understand what's happening in your child's brain, and yours, so you can respond instead of react.   Small Shift for Big Impact Susan's small shift: when you feel frustration rising, pause and say to yourself, "it's the ADHD." Not "she's ignoring me" or "he's being difficult" - it's the ADHD. She calls it a circuit breaker, the moment naming it lets you stop reacting and think about what your child actually needs.   Take the Next Step If this conversation stirred something up for you, you don't have to sit with it alone. Register for Susan's upcoming free webinar on July 29th, 2026.  If you are listening after July 29th, join Susan's mailing list to find out when the next webinar will be running.   Links and Resources Visit Susan Hughes on  Facebook or InstagramFind out more about Confident ADHD Parent FormulaRegister for Susan's live webinar on 29 JulyThe Explosive Child by Dr Ross Greene (note, this is an affiliate link). Also available on AudibleRelated Podcast Episodes:Episode 7: Parenting ADHD Kids with Susan HughesEpisode 27: Are You Feeling the Invisible Weights of Motherhood? with Michelle MarksEpisode 46 - When Your Child Sees the World - and Their Stuff - Differently with Steph West Book a free 15-minute coaching discovery call with Nina Let's Connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. * Follow Nina on Instagram * Website: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au * Email: [email protected] About the Hosts Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach and mum, and the host of Your Calm Parenting Path. She helps overwhelmed parents move from reactive to calm, confident and connected with their kids, through one-on-one coaching, group programmes and this podcast. Susan Hughes is an ADHD parent coach, educator and researcher based in Australia. She holds a Master of Education and is an ACC credentialed coach through the International Coaching Federation. Susan is the creator of the Confident ADHD Parent Formula, a coaching programme that helps parents understand the neuroscience behind their child's behaviour and build the connection that makes real change possible. Her own experience raising a son with ADHD, now 22 and thriving, shapes the practical, compassionate approach she brings to her work. ⭐ Not sure where to start?  ⭐ Take the free Parenting Clarity Quiz. It's two minutes, six honest questions, and you'll get a result that actually names what's going on for you right now, not a generic label. 🧡 Take the quiz: https://parentingquiz.my.canva.site/