Are You Allowing Your Kids to Control You?

#074 In this episode Lisa is discussing how she approaches parenting when it feels as though the kids are in control. She also covers the topics of dealing with behaviour on an airplane and how to approach connecting with kids when you’re focused on dealing with behaviour. Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering a 5-year-old threatening misbehavior, a 6-year-old's inability to take "no" for an answer, a 4-year-old trying to control parental speech, a 6-year-old constantly bringing up parental rule-breaking, a toddler's unexplained defiance towards family, and strategies for handling a strong-willed toddler.Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today. Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

#073 In this episode Lisa is sharing how she would approach giving your parenting a reset with calm leadership parenting, including how she would approach discipline for different ages. Also, eight listener questions are answered covering various parenting challenges, including consequence ideas for a 4-year-old, getting 4-year-old twins to stay in bed, how to respond when a 4-year-old doesn't care about consequences, toddlers playing with snacks, a 5-year-old being unsafe on the school bus, inconsistency with following through on consequences, strategies for a strong-willed 4-year-old, and when a 4-year-old isn't listening or following instructions.Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today. Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

#072 In this episode Lisa is discussing how she approaches parenting without threats, warnings, and yelling. She covers topics such as why parents use these strategies, what to use instead, and the importance of connection with calm leadership parenting. Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, covering how to get a 3-year-old to follow bedtime routines without threats, handling a 3-year-old who hits when angry, moving forward after losing patience with a toddler, strategies to stop yelling when mediating sibling conflicts, managing a 3-year-old who acts out for attention, and the best time to make amends after yelling.Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today. Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

#071 In this episode Lisa is discussing different scenarios of when toddlers are challenging their parents. Throughout the episode Lisa touches on the topics of expectations of toddlers from their parents, how she would approach it if you feel like your toddler is in control, discussing bad behaviour with toddlers, and how consequences relate to self-discipline.Ten listener questions are answered covering a range of toddler challenges, including a toddler biting their younger brother, a 24-month-old showing increased defiance, a toddler running away at the park, separation anxiety, head-hitting, sulking after tantrums, a toddler's discomfort with strangers, aggression towards babies, car seat struggles with a 16-month-old, and toddlers interrupting adult conversations.Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today. Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

#070 In this episode Lisa discusses the pressure to seemingly do it all as a parent. She touches on the myth of the perfect parent and why she wouldn’t recommend aiming for perfection anyways and how to balance parenting with working a full time job. Lisa also answers six listener questions covering the challenges of balancing everything as a parent, juggling 3-year-old twins with a newborn, general advice for parents of twins, staying organized with three young children aged five and under, managing mealtime battles with a 3-year-old, and strategies for decluttering toys your kids are attached to.Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today. Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

#069 In this episode Lisa is sharing her thoughts on why looking disappointed in your kids impacts their self-esteem. She also covers the topics about not wanting to raise obedient little soldiers, how to let kids know about bad behaviour if you're not showing disappointment, and tips for parenting teenagers. Lastly, Lisa answers seven listener questions addressing various behavioral challenges, including a toddler hitting after learning from a cousin, a 3-year-old ignoring requests, how to handle a 6-year-old who is lying, an 8-year-old being argumentative and opinionated, a 14-year-old walking away from home, a 3-year-old's reluctance to apologize after hurting others, and whether "no arguing" can be included on the BratBusters Behavior Board.Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today. Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

#068 In this episode Lisa is sharing her perspective on why she believes timeouts don’t work, along with what to do instead. Additionally, she shares why she doesn’t discuss bad behaviour with kids and her thoughts on the countdown method and the diversion method in regards to discipline. Lastly, Lisa answers eight listener questions covering various behavioral challenges, including a 3-year-old hitting a daycare teacher, a 5-year-old hitting parents, navigating endless fighting between a 5-year-old and a 2-year-old, a toddler using screaming, hitting, and kicking for attention, feeling like every interaction with a toddler is a battle, a 6-year-old putting herself in timeout, consistent corrective actions for a toddler who doesn't care about toy removal, and strategies for teaching a toddler to share.Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today. Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

#067 In this episode Lisa is answering the comments on her social media video that was about a toddler who says “mine” to everything. She covers topics such as what age to start the mini therapy sessions she often refers to, having your toddler understand bad behaviour, teaching toddlers empathy and how to share, how to approach consistent corrective actions when there is nothing to take away, when to give toddlers an option to hand over the item that isn’t theirs, and more. Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today. Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

#066 In this episode Lisa discusses her perspective on why you don’t want to raise obedient little soldiers, but rather kids who are free thinkers with self-respect and self-discipline. Lisa also addresses seven listener questions, covering how to balance raising critical thinkers with teaching politeness, helping a toddler warm up to peers at preschool, managing a 4-year-old's attitude when hearing "no," building confidence in a shy child, general discipline recommendations for kids, navigating play when a 3-year-old always wants to be in charge, and getting a 4-year-old to listen to instructions.Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today. Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

#065 In this episode Lisa discusses keeping routines even during the summer months and the three routines she usually suggests parents get in place; school morning routine, mealtime routine, and bedtime routine. Additionally, topics covered include the idea of kids being able to manipulate their parents, how to set up a bedtime routine, and Lisa’s general message around calm leadership parenting. Throughout the podcast Lisa answers five listener questions covering various parenting challenges, including how to get back on track with the BratBusters Behaviour Board, managing a 3-year-old who refuses naps, strategies for cutting back on screen time during the week, navigating mealtime battles with a 4-year-old, and addressing a 4-year-old who constantly drags out the bedtime routine.Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com today. Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer