Hi Reader, This week I found myself in a familiar place—a quiet tug-of-war between my heart and my head. I was trying to decide whether or not to send my son to a summer camp. He’d be the youngest one there. It would be a long day, away from home, away from me. Would it be too much for him? Would he feel overwhelmed? And at the same time… I needed the time. To get work done. To rest. To do the things that give me a sense of purpose and fulfillment outside of motherhood. It made me reflect on...
12 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader In the past, parental authority was rarely questioned. Kids did what they were told—because if they didn’t, there were consequences (sometimes even physical ones). Obedience was expected, and fear often kept children in line. But today, we’ve swung to the opposite extreme. Many children now show little to no respect for parental authority—or for any authority, for that matter. And while some see this as progress toward freedom and autonomy, it’s actually harming our kids in deep and...
19 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, This week, I had a conversation with a good friend who shared how frustrated she feels. Her kids are spending nearly the entire day on their screens. They wake up, grab their devices, and sit for hours—often without even brushing their teeth. She finds herself constantly nagging, trying to get them off their screens, and feeling like it’s a losing battle. Honestly, I get it. That inclination to just sit back and be entertained is something we all relate to. Even as adults, we can...
26 days ago • 1 min read
Hi friends, One of the most common answers I get when I ask parents about their biggest challenge is this: “I’m afraid I’m hurting my relationship with my kids because I yell or lose my patience with them.” I get it. I’ve felt that fear too. We all want to be calm, patient, gentle parents. We want every moment with our kids to reflect our love and care. But here’s the truth: we’re human. We’re under a lot of stress. And sometimes… we lose it. I want to invite you to take a step back and look...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader Summer’s just around the corner — and if you’re anything like me, you’re wondering how on earth you’re going to juggle your work, household responsibilities, and still give your kids a meaningful break from school. That’s exactly what this week’s episode of The Parenting Wisdom Podcast is all about. I share practical strategies for turning summer from a stress-filled season into a powerful opportunity to raise responsible, independent, and fulfilled children. 🎧 Listen now Here’s...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader I’m thrilled to share this week’s Parenting Wisdom Podcast episode with you—it’s one I’ve been looking forward to for a long time. I had the pleasure of speaking with Maria Aldam, an inspiring educator, mother, and host of the Soul Full Mamas podcast. Maria joined me all the way from New Zealand to talk about a philosophy that has deeply shaped her parenting and teaching journey: Waldorf Education. In a world that often feels rushed, disconnected, and overstimulating, Waldorf...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Why Challenge Is the Key to Confidence, Character & Mental Strength Dear Reader We all want our children to be confident, capable, and resilient—but in a world obsessed with comfort and ease, how do we actually build those qualities? In this week’s episode of The Parenting Wisdom Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Bansari Shah, MA and CPLC—educator, certified life coach, Director of Outreach at Acton Academy Essex, and mother of two—about just that. ✨ This episode is inspired by the book...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader So many voices today are sounding the alarm: our children are suffering from a mental health crisis. Anxiety and depression rates are soaring. Suicide attempts—and tragically, suicides themselves—are at an all-time high. Kids are lonelier than ever, struggling with motivation, and increasingly failing to launch into adulthood—staying in their parents’ homes, avoiding responsibility, and searching for identity in places that often leave them more lost. But what if we’re naming the...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi there Reader This week, I’m diving into a question that touches nearly every parent, teacher, and caregiver today—why do so many kids seem lost, anxious, or unmoored, even when their basic needs are met? To understand what’s happening, we need to zoom out. Our society has undergone a profound transformation. We’ve moved from a culture rooted in hierarchy, authority, and tradition to one that prioritizes openness, equality, and emotional authenticity. While these values have brought...
2 months ago • 1 min read