What to Say (and Feel) When Everything’s a Bit Much: Half-Term Edition

What to Say (and Feel) When Everything’s a Bit Much: Half-Term Edition

What to Say (and Feel) When Everything’s a Bit Much: Half-Term EditionEmma Reed
Published on: 27/05/2025

A short, calming episode for mums navigating half-term chaos. Learn three simple scripts, one surprising mindset shift, and why connection first might be the best parenting hack of the week.

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How to Set a Limit Without Losing Your Relationship

How to Set a Limit Without Losing Your Relationship

How to Set a Limit Without Losing Your RelationshipEmma Reed
Published on: 19/05/2025

A real-life look at how to set boundaries in parenting without losing connection — even when you're exhausted, angry, and everything feels too much.

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The 5 Calming Phrases That Shift Power Struggles — Without Controlling Your Child

The 5 Calming Phrases That Shift Power Struggles — Without Controlling Your Child

The 5 Calming Phrases That Shift Power Struggles — Without Controlling Your ChildEmma Reed
Published on: 12/05/2025

Discover 5 simple, powerful phrases to help you stay calm and connected during parenting power struggles — without trying to control your child. Practical, repeatable tools for when your mind goes blank and emotions run high.

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Why You Give In, Shout, or Convince — and What to Try Instead

Why You Give In, Shout, or Convince — and What to Try Instead

Why You Give In, Shout, or Convince — and What to Try InsteadEmma Reed
Published on: 05/05/2025

In this episode of Choose Your Child, we explore how tiny shifts — called glimmers — can build emotional safety for you and your child. Learn simple ways to calm your nervous system and parent from connection, not control.

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