Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without Punishments podcast

Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without Punishments

Are you sick of parenting with the ideas of yelling and shame and looking for something that feels better, is different, but still has a sense of boundaries and limits? Welcome to Peace and Parenting! Michelle is a former teacher, counselor, certified parenting coach, mom of two teens, recovering yeller, and perfectionist who parents without using punishments altogether. And guess what? It works! On this show, you’ll learn the how behind having kids who are entirely UNPUNISHED but who are also successful, kind, loving, and know how to follow directions.  Twice a week, Michelle shares her insights and expertise on connective parenting through solo episodes and interviews with experts and other struggling parents. If you have exhausted all other options and don't know what to do next, this could be the parenting strategy you've been searching for.

Are you sick of parenting with the ideas of yelling and shame and looking for something that feels better, is different, but still has a sense of boundaries and limits? Welcome to Peace and Parenting! Michelle is a former teacher, counselor, certified parenting coach, mom of two teens, recovering yeller, and perfectionist who parents without using punishments altogether. And guess what? It works! On this show, you’ll learn the how behind having kids who are entirely UNPUNISHED but who are also successful, kind, loving, and know how to follow directions.  Twice a week, Michelle shares her insights and expertise on connective parenting through solo episodes and interviews with experts and other struggling parents. If you have exhausted all other options and don't know what to do next, this could be the parenting strategy you've been searching for.

 

#432

Remembering My Connected Parenting Partner and Grandfather, Papa

Today's episode comes with a heavy heart as I share a very personal update. My beloved... more

26 Jun 2025

11 MINS

11:21

26 Jun 2025


#431

Ditch the Punishments and Rewards and STILL Get Cooperation [Fan Favorite]

Do you ever feel like you're constantly battling your kids, trying to "make" t... more

24 Jun 2025

12 MINS

12:30

24 Jun 2025


#430

Why Demanding Respect From Your Kids Isn’t Working [Fan Favorite]

What does real respect between parents and children truly look like? Have you ever wondere... more

19 Jun 2025

12 MINS

12:22

19 Jun 2025


#429

Case Study: The Secret to Connecting With Your Neurodivergent Child [Fan Favorite]

Have you been told that because your child is neurodivergent, they need different rules? T... more

17 Jun 2025

19 MINS

19:38

17 Jun 2025


#428

You're Unknowingly Making Sibling Rivalry Worse [Fan Favorite]

Does it ever feel like you’re a referee in your own home? One child is hurt, crying with s... more

12 Jun 2025

15 MINS

15:56

12 Jun 2025


#427

Case Study: What To Do When "Special Time" Backfires [Fan Favorite]

Do you feel like you’re doing everything “right”? You’ve started implementing special time... more

10 Jun 2025

29 MINS

29:53

10 Jun 2025


#426

Why Connected Parenting is for Every Child

Are you sometimes wondering if this whole "connected parenting" thing can really w... more

05 Jun 2025

10 MINS

10:01

05 Jun 2025


#425

Case Study: Dealing with an "Authoritative Personality" in a Nine-Year-Old

Do you ever find yourself in those familiar power struggles with your child? Maybe it’s th... more

03 Jun 2025

20 MINS

20:32

03 Jun 2025


#424

Why 'Good Enough' Parenting Is Exactly What Your Kids Need

Okay, friend, let's discuss the pressure of being the "perfect" parent. If you... more

29 May 2025

12 MINS

12:28

29 May 2025


#423

The Neuroscience of Motherhood and Connection with Kate Kripke

Do you find yourself constantly striving for perfection in your parenting? Does the idea o... more

27 May 2025

25 MINS

25:11

27 May 2025


#422

The #1 Thing Kids Need From You (Especially When They Mess Up)

Do you want your child to always feel safe enough to come to you, no matter what mistakes ... more

22 May 2025

08 MINS

08:59

22 May 2025


#421

Are Schools Failing Your Child? Maybe Homeschooling Is the Solution

What if I told you that schools are actually killing your child's creativity? Is socia... more

20 May 2025

19 MINS

19:12

20 May 2025