Calm Connection Parenting- Meltdowns, Emotional Dysregulation, Neurodivergent, ADHD, AUDHD, DMDD, ODD, PDA, SPD, Defiant

When one parent is actively seeking help, tools, and answers… and the other seems hesitant or resistant, parenting can feel lonely, frustrating, and confusing. Especially when you’re raising a child with big emotions, behavioral challenges, or unique needs.In this episode, I’m answering a powerful listener question about what to do when parents aren’t on the same page… why these differences are so common… and how to move forward with more understanding, compassion, and unity.If you’ve ever wondered how you’re supposed to parent well together when your perspectives, timelines, or comfort levels with getting help don’t match, this conversation is for you. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why parents often approach help, support, and problem-solving very differentlyWhat’s really underneath resistance to getting helpHow to navigate parenting when you and your partner are on different timelinesPractical ways to build unity without forcing agreementEnroll in the new coaching group starting soon! Scholarships available!Join the FREE Busy Working Mom Blueprint Summit!Send a text and share your thoughts! Visit CalmConnectionParenting.org to find podcast information (podcast tab) and free resources! Learn more about the Calm Connection Coaching Program at CalmConnectionParent.com Book a call to find out more about Calm Connection Coaching Program. Join our online Facebook support group: Calm Connection Parenting With Personality Group Find out more about the APP or Book: ParentingWithPersonality.com *** This podcast and host will not offer medical advice, nor is it intended to take the place of counseling, medical intervention, or treatment. Jami Kirkbride is hereby operating as a parenting coach and will not diagnose or treat clients. Please consult a doctor, medical professional, or mental health provider to meet your immediate and ongoing needs. #parenting #emotionaldysregulation #highlysensitivechild #adhd #dmdd #parentcoaching #child anxiety #sensoryprocessing #christianparenting #parentingtips #parentingch...

As the year comes to a close, many parents find themselves exhausted by resolutions that promise change but add more pressure. If you’re parenting emotional dysregulation or big emotions, this episode offers a different way forward.In this final episode of the year, we reflect honestly on the year behind us, walk through a gentle RESET framework, and explore how choosing a word for the year can guide your parenting with calm, clarity, and connection… without guilt or overwhelm.This episode is an invitation to pause, release what no longer serves you, and step into the new year with intention instead of a heavier load of expectations.In this episode, we explore:Why New Year’s resolutions often fail parents navigating parenting challengesHow reflecting on what worked (and what didn’t) can bring clarity instead of discouragementA gentle RESET framework to help you move forward without pressureHow choosing a word for the year can anchor calm responses during hard momentsGet your Word for the Year Reflection PDF inside the Calm Connection Parenting Facebook Group!Send a text and share your thoughts! Visit CalmConnectionParenting.org to find podcast information (podcast tab) and free resources! Learn more about the Calm Connection Coaching Program at CalmConnectionParent.com Book a call to find out more about Calm Connection Coaching Program. Join our online Facebook support group: Calm Connection Parenting With Personality Group Find out more about the APP or Book: ParentingWithPersonality.com *** This podcast and host will not offer medical advice, nor is it intended to take the place of counseling, medical intervention, or treatment. Jami Kirkbride is hereby operating as a parenting coach and will not diagnose or treat clients. Please consult a doctor, medical professional, or mental health provider to meet your immediate and ongoing needs. #parenting #emotionaldysregulation #highlysensitivechild #adhd #dmdd #parentcoaching #child anxiety #sensoryprocessing #christianparenting #parentingtips #parentingch...

What if the very first Christmas didn’t look anything like the peaceful, picture-perfect scene we often imagine?In this special Christmas episode, I reflect on the birth of Jesus through Mary’s eyes… a young mother whose journey into motherhood unfolded in ways she never could have planned or predicted.If your holidays feel different than you imagined… quieter, heavier, more complicated… or shaped by the realities of parenting a uniquely wired child, this episode offers comfort, perspective, and hope.In this episode, you’ll discover:A fresh, reflective look at the Christmas story through Mary’s experienceEncouragement for parents whose reality feels far from what they imaginedHope and meaning in seasons that feel messy or uncertainA reminder that God is present and working, even when the journey looks differentThis episode is an invitation to pause, breathe, and remember that even in the unexpected, God’s plans are unfolding with purpose and grace.🎁 Holiday Support: You’ll also find information in the show notes about our special holiday giveaway and an invitation to join the Calm Connection Parenting Facebook group where you can enter the free coaching package drawing and to find encouragement and connection during this season.Send a text and share your thoughts! Visit CalmConnectionParenting.org to find podcast information (podcast tab) and free resources! Learn more about the Calm Connection Coaching Program at CalmConnectionParent.com Book a call to find out more about Calm Connection Coaching Program. Join our online Facebook support group: Calm Connection Parenting With Personality Group Find out more about the APP or Book: ParentingWithPersonality.com *** This podcast and host will not offer medical advice, nor is it intended to take the place of counseling, medical intervention, or treatment. Jami Kirkbride is hereby operating as a parenting coach and will not diagnose or treat clients. Please consult a doctor, medical professional, or mental health provider to meet your immediate and ongoing needs. #parenting #emotionaldysregulation #highlysensitivechild #adhd #dmdd #parentcoaching #child anxiety #sensoryprocessing #christianparenting #parentingtips #parentingch...

The holidays can bring extra pressure when you’re parenting a child with big emotions, intense reactions, or unique needs… especially when extended family doesn’t understand what your child is facing.If you’ve ever walked into a family gathering feeling judged, misunderstood, or on edge about how things might unfold, this episode is for you.In this conversation, I’ll share a simple idea to help you navigate family dynamics with more confidence, clarity, and calm… without feeling like you’re constantly defending your child or your parenting.In this episode, you’ll learn how to:Navigate holiday gatherings when family expectations feel unrealisticManage judgment, comments, and misunderstanding with greater confidenceAdvocate for your child without over-explaining or apologizingUse the FACE method (Feel, Accept, Clarify, Express) to guide tough conversationsSet boundaries that protect your child and your peaceIf the holidays have you bracing for family interactions instead of enjoying the moment, this episode offers reassurance, practical tools, and encouragement for the road ahead.Be sure to enter the giveaway for the coaching package drawing later this week by joining the Calm Connection Parenting Facebook group and entering on the pinned post or message [email protected] a text and share your thoughts! Visit CalmConnectionParenting.org to find podcast information (podcast tab) and free resources! Learn more about the Calm Connection Coaching Program at CalmConnectionParent.com Book a call to find out more about Calm Connection Coaching Program. Join our online Facebook support group: Calm Connection Parenting With Personality Group Find out more about the APP or Book: ParentingWithPersonality.com *** This podcast and host will not offer medical advice, nor is it intended to take the place of counseling, medical intervention, or treatment. Jami Kirkbride is hereby operating as a parenting coach and will not diagnose or treat clients. Please consult a doctor, medical professional, or mental health provider to meet your immediate and ongoing needs. #parenting #emotionaldysregulation #highlysensitivechild #adhd #dmdd #parentcoaching #child anxiety #sensoryprocessing #christianparenting #parentingtips #parentingch...

The holidays can feel especially heavy when you’re parenting a child with emotional dysregulation. Love runs deep, but so does exhaustion, anticipation, and the pressure to hold everything together.In this episode, we gently discuss the emotions many parents carry quietly and create space to release what steals peace during the holiday season. This is not about fixing your child or forcing joy. It’s about understanding, compassion, and protecting your family’s well-being.In this episode, you’ll hear about:Why the holidays amplify emotional dysregulation for both kids and parentsThe hidden emotional toll of constantly anticipating meltdowns and conflictWhy loving your child and feeling worn down can both be trueHow to move through the season with more peace and less pressureIf the holidays feel harder than you expected, this episode offers understanding, encouragement, and a reminder that you’re not alone.Enter the drawing for the free coaching package when you join the Calm Connection Facebook Group!Send a text and share your thoughts! Visit CalmConnectionParenting.org to find podcast information (podcast tab) and free resources! Learn more about the Calm Connection Coaching Program at CalmConnectionParent.com Book a call to find out more about Calm Connection Coaching Program. Join our online Facebook support group: Calm Connection Parenting With Personality Group Find out more about the APP or Book: ParentingWithPersonality.com *** This podcast and host will not offer medical advice, nor is it intended to take the place of counseling, medical intervention, or treatment. Jami Kirkbride is hereby operating as a parenting coach and will not diagnose or treat clients. Please consult a doctor, medical professional, or mental health provider to meet your immediate and ongoing needs. #parenting #emotionaldysregulation #highlysensitivechild #adhd #dmdd #parentcoaching #child anxiety #sensoryprocessing #christianparenting #parentingtips #parentingch...