The Works of Wonder Podcast

This week on the podcast, I’m talking about one of the biggest parenting transitions no one really prepares you for: parenting your child once they’re in college or adulthood. I’ve seen this struggle over and over with clients and families trying to figure out how to stay connected, offer support, and still respect growing independence. In this episode, I’m sharing 10 practical ways to navigate this season with more trust, communication, and connection. Parenting doesn’t stop when they grow up

This week, I’m sharing Mistake #12: I Wanted to Help So Much, I Stopped Listening. I have always wanted to help, fix, guide, and make things better, but sometimes that meant I was too quick to step in with advice instead of simply listening. In this episode, I talk about learning to resist the urge to take over, make room for my child’s experience, and remember that not every hard moment needs a lesson. Be sure to follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! You can take the free Potty Tra

This week, I’m sharing I Forgot to Ask My Child What Happened. I talk about the times I accepted someone else’s version of a situation before slowing down and hearing my child’s side. This episode is about staying curious, building trust, and making sure our children know they can come to us, even when something has gone wrong. Be sure to follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! You can take the free Potty Training Personality Training Quiz Here: https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz

This week, I’m sharing Mistake #10: I Thought Obedience Should Look Happy. I used to struggle when my children were upset, frustrated, or disappointed, even when they were still doing what I asked. In this episode, I talk about learning to make room for hard emotions while still holding clear boundaries. All feelings are welcome. All behavior is not. Be sure to follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! You can take the free Potty Training Personality Training Quiz Here: https://www.try

This week, I’m sharing Mistake #9: I Thought Punishment Was the Best Teacher. For a long time, I believed punishment was the clearest way to teach obedience, respect, and authority. In this episode, I talk about why punishment and teaching are not the same thing, and how shifting from control to instruction can help children build the skills, understanding, and respect we actually want them to carry forward. Be sure to follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! You can take the free Pot

This week, I’m sharing Mistake #8: I Assumed the Worst About Their Behavior. Looking back, I sometimes saw my children’s mistakes as character flaws when they were really signs of skills they had not learned yet. In this episode, I talk about the difference between judging behavior and identifying the missing skill, and why that shift can completely change the way we respond to our children. Be sure to follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! You can take the free Potty Training Perso