Raising and Relating

Respect Isn't A One-Way Street: Rethinking How We Teach Our Kids Respect

Is your child “talking back,” being rude, or ignoring your requests — and nothing you say seems to get through?
In this episode of Raising and Relating, we’re breaking down why traditional ideas of “respect” don’t work for young children — and what to do instead.
You’ll learn:
What’s really going on when kids act out or seem disrespectful
Why young children struggle with emotional regulation — and how to respond
How to model respectful behavior so your child actually learns it
Simple ways to set boundaries with kindness and calm, not control or fear
If you’re tired of yelling, power struggles, or feeling like the “mean mom,” this episode will give you a grounded, compassionate roadmap to teach respect in a way that strengthens your relationship — not damages it.
🎧 Tune in now to learn how to raise emotionally healthy, respectful kids — without shame, punishments, or walking on eggshells.
If this episode resonated with you and you're ready to explore your own parenting and healing in a safe, supportive space, I’d love to invite you to book a free 30-minute discovery session.
Together, we’ll explore what’s been coming up for you and how inner healing and nervous system support can help you become the calm, connected mom your child needs.
👉 Click here to book your complimentary session
Or check out my website www.blossomingmother.com
 

Episode 6: Understand and Soothing Your Parenting Triggers

Do you ever find yourself reacting in ways that surprise—even scare—you? Maybe it's your child’s whining, the chaos of a messy room, or the feeling of being ignored... and suddenly, you're snapping, shutting down, or feeling overwhelmed with guilt.
In this episode, we’re talking all about parenting triggers—those moments that activate something deep within you and make it hard to show up as the calm, connected mom you want to be.
You’ll learn:
What triggers actually are (and why they're not a sign that you're failing)
Where they come from and how they’re tied to your past experiences
How your nervous system responds in those heated moments
Why your triggers are actually invitations—to slow down, get curious, and heal
This episode is a gentle but powerful reminder: You’re not broken. You’re just being invited into deeper healing. And the more you tend to what’s underneath the trigger, the more peace and presence you’ll experience in your parenting.
If this episode resonated with you and you're ready to explore your own parenting triggers in a safe, supportive space, I’d love to invite you to book a free 30-minute discovery session.
Together, we’ll explore what’s been coming up for you and how inner healing and nervous system support can help you become the calm, connected mom your child needs.
👉 Click here to book your complimentary session

Episode 5: Raising Emotionally Intelligent Kids-- What every mom needs to know

Every mom wants to raise kind, resilient, emotionally aware kids—but what does that actually look like in real life, especially when we are still learning to navigate big feelings ourselves?
In this episode, we’re talking all about raising emotionally intelligent kids—not through perfection, but through presence. I’ll walk you through what emotional intelligence really means (in mom-language, not a psychology textbook), why it starts with us, and the simple, everyday ways you can nurture this in your child without needing a parenting degree or a perfectly calm nervous system.
We’ll explore:
What emotional intelligence is and why it matters so much
How your own healing and self-regulation shape your child’s emotional world
Practical, connection-based tools to help your child understand and express their feelings
Why it’s never too late to create emotional safety in your home
A personal story about how I helped my highly sensitive son move through his anxiety
Whether you’re deep in the toddler trenches or navigating the emotional waves of the school years, this episode will leave you feeling more empowered, more compassionate toward yourself, and more connected to the kind of parent you want to be.
Because raising emotionally intelligent kids starts with giving ourselves the same grace and support we long to give them.
Ready to do your own inner healing work so you can be the emotionally intelligent parent your kids need?
Book a complementary discovery session with me from the link below and we'll chat about whether trauma-informed parent coaching is right for you.https://calendly.com/blossomingmother/30min

Episode 4: Is Your Child Acting Out Or Are They Dysregulated?

How your perceive your child's behavior makes a world of difference to how you respond to them, and how effectively you can parent them through it. 
 In this episode you'll learn:
The difference between old paradigm and new paradigm parenting
Why logic and reason just doesn't work with young children
How nervous system dysregulation plays out with young children
Why children who are "good" and "well-behaved" might not actually be thriving
What's at the root of dysregulation for children-- and how to help them move through it
Are you ready to get support to regulate your nervous system, heal emotional wounds from your own childhood, and become the parent you want to be from the inside-out?
Book a complementary discovery session with me from the link below to chat about whether trauma-informed parent coaching is right for you.
https://calendly.com/blossomingmother/30min

Episode 3 - Let's shift from mom guilt to healing

If you're like most moms, you experience mom guilt a lot (maybe even all day long...)But guilt doesn't have to steal your joy.
 
Listen to this episode and you'll learn: 
When guilt is actually a good thing
When guilt keeps you trapped and overwhelmed
How to see guilt as a signal—not a sentence
And why you feel so guilty about taking care of yourself
This episode is a must-listen if you're ready to end the guilt cycle and create a more peaceful, joy-filled connection with your kids (and yourself).If you’re ready to break free from the guilt cycle and start feeling more calm, connected, and confident in your motherhood journey—let’s talk.
I offer a limited number of complimentary discovery sessions each week. We'll chat about whether trauma-informed parent coaching is right for you. 👉 Click here to book your free session

Episode 2- The Power of Co-regulation: Helping Your Child Feel Safe and Seen

The Power of Co-Regulation: Helping Your Child Feel Safe and Seen
Ever feel like your child’s meltdowns send your own emotions into overdrive? Or wonder why staying calm in chaos feels impossible? In this episode, we’re diving deep into co-regulation—the powerful process of helping your child regulate their emotions by first regulating your own.
Here's what you'll learn:
What co-regulation actually means
Why co-regulation is so important for your child's development
Why it's so hard for many parents to co-regulate with their children and how to make it easier
Why traditional parenting strategies like punishment and time-outs don't allow for co-regulation to occur
Practical steps to co-regulate with your child
If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of frustration, guilt, or overwhelm, this episode will help you find a new way forward—one where calm is contagious and connection is the foundation.
Tune in and discover how to become the steady, grounded presence your child needs (without being perfect).
Need more support with co-regulation and finding your calm as a parent? This is one of the main reasons my clients come to me for help!
Book a complementary discovery session with me from the link below to chat about whether trauma-informed parent coaching is right for you.
https://calendly.com/blossomingmother/30min

Podcast Episode 1-- Your Nervous System and Parenting

Your nervous system has a HUGE impact on how you show up as a parent! Learn what it looks like in your parenting when you're in fight, flight, freeze, fawn or dorsal-- and how your parenting can change when you parent from a ventral vagal state.
Looking for support with your parenting and nervous system regulation?
Book a 1-hour Parenting Breakthrough Session with Katherine here: https://calendly.com/blossomingmother/parentingbreakthroughsession
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