The Heartful Parent Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

What steps can you take to get comfortable with being successful in your career AND being a parent? Is it even possible to do both, and do it well? Are you ready to let go of mom guilt and stop comparing yourself to others?

In this episode of the Heartful Parent Podcast, I’m talking about it all with Megan Whiteside. Megan is a friend, a colleague, and a remarkable mom of four who is breaking down barriers for women in the law field.  I invited Megan on today to share her inspiring story of bringing her infant to two national legal conferences. But that is not all you’re getting in this episode. 

Megan is unapologetically shattering norms and reshaping perceptions around working motherhood. She is sharing the importance of setting boundaries and finding the people who are “her people” while leaving the rest behind. Megan shares the importance of learning to name her core values and how thoughtwork was the big shift she needed to start finding fulfillment in both motherhood and her professional life––at the same time.  

You will walk away from this episode feeling inspired and encouraged, and hopefully being able to find the same fulfillment that Megan shares. 

If you could use some help with your core values, I’d love to support you with some parent coaching or see you in The Heartful Parent Academy, where your Values Trio is one of the first things we work on. 

Resources:

whitesidelegal.com

Megan on LinkedIn @megan-whiteside

Megan on IG @momlifeandlaw

Megan on Facebook @momlifeandlaw

Whiteside Legal on Facebook @whitesidelegal

Megan’s full bio:

Megan Whiteside is an experienced DC and Maryland trial lawyer, mom of four, law firm owner, national speaker, tv legal analyst, and podcast host of Mom Life and Law. She is a passionate advocate for her clients, as well as for fellow moms in the legal profession. Megan believes that representing the victims of nursing home neglect and their surviving families is a great honor and a great responsibility. She uses her skills in the courtroom and her prior experience on the defense to gain a competitive advantage in her nursing home abuse and neglect cases. 

She currently serves as the co-chair of the Maryland Association for Justice’s Nursing Home Section. She is an active member of the American Association for Justice's Nursing Home Litigation Group and The Nursing Home Trial Lawyers Association Top 10. She has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in Maryland and DC. Megan is also an active member of the Women’s Caucuses of the American Association for Justice, Maryland Association for Justice, and Trial Lawyers Association of Washington,

Hey there, Heartful Parent listeners! In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into a topic that touches every single part of our lives as parents, partners, and professionals—effective time management. Now, before you roll your eyes and think, “Oh no, not another time management talk,” trust me, you’ll want to stick around for this one.

Time management can feel like an impossible dream, right? I get it! We’re all juggling so much, and sometimes it seems like planning is just another thing we *don’t* have time for. But today’s episode brings a refreshing perspective that I think you’re going to love!

I had the pleasure of speaking with the amazing Megan Sumrell, the CEO and founder of The Pink Bee. Megan’s a wife, mom, and business owner who truly understands the chaos of juggling it all. What’s really special about her approach? She’s not your typical productivity guru—Megan’s all about practical, down-to-earth strategies that work for everyone, whether you’re the super-organized type or, like many of us, just trying to keep your head above water.

In our conversation, Megan shares her wisdom on how to achieve work-life harmony (not just balance!) through smart time management, organization, and productivity systems. Her tips are *so* relatable and actionable, and the best part? Megan is fun, real, and someone you’d totally want to grab a glass of wine with after a long day.

Whether you’re a stay-at-home parent, working outside the home, or a grandparent, Megan’s advice is for everyone—even the busiest and most disorganized among us! 

Key Takeaways:

• Time management isn’t one-size-fits-all – Megan shares how her approach adapts to different lifestyles and needs, making it accessible for everyone.
• Work-life harmony vs. balance – Megan explains the difference and why harmony is the goal.
• Practical, doable tips – From systems that simplify your day to productivity hacks that even the busiest person can adopt.
• Fun and relatable – Megan’s tips are realistic, grounded, and honestly just fun to hear!

Thanks for tuning in! I hope you enjoyed this conversation as much as I did. If you found this episode helpful, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review—we love hearing from you. And as always, take care and keep being the heartful parent you are! 

Cheers, Christy

 Links Mentioned:

Plan a Palooza | Time Management for Creatives | Free Training to TOP Program

https://www.megansumrell.com/a/2147912766/vtLAFmeT

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I'm thrilled to share an insightful interview with Lenore Skenazy, originally conducted for the 2023 Safe Parenting Summit. Lenore, the author of *Free Range Kids* and founder of the Let Grow Foundation, discusses the importance of fostering children's independence.

Last week, I talked about helping kids grow their confidence and competence. Reflecting on a recent airport incident where my daughter wasn't allowed to fly alone, I thought of this conversation. Lenore and I explore why we should stop fear-based parenting and allow our children to develop resilience and problem-solving skills.

Whether you've heard it before or it's your first time, this interview is packed with valuable insights. Enjoy and thanks for joining me!

 During our conversation we discuss:

• The Importance of childhood Independence

• Cultural shifts and Parenting Anxiety

• Balancing Safety and Autonomy

• Redefining Intelligence and Encouraging Practical Skills

• Impact of Technology on Parenting

• Promoting Independence through Let Grow

 Tune in to hear Lenore Skenazy’s inspiring insights and practical advice on fostering childhood independence. Discover how giving children the freedom to explore can contribute to their growth and well-being, helping them become resilient and confident individuals.

Links Mentioned in this Episode:

Connect with Lenore https://www.freerangekids.com/

Let Grow https://letgrow.org/

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To help kids become more independent, it's great to encourage their autonomy, give them responsibilities, and offer meaningful encouragement. Things like sleepaway camps and job roles can really boost their confidence and resilience, setting them up for future success.

Just recently, my daughter went to sleepaway camp, and I've got a funny story to share about her experience getting there. We’ll also be chatting about various ways you can help your children build their competence, capability, and confidence.

In this episode you’ll learn:

2:34 Story time from my own life

12:06 The impact of parenting on children's confidence

14:01 The problem lies with adults

15:02 Suggestions for building kids' confidence

29:24 The significance of fostering independence

33:31 Suggestions for building life skills in kids

41:44 The larger purpose behind parenting strategies

46:48 Let's do better in our own homes

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Today, we're diving into a really important topic: the impact of pornography on children. We've got two amazing guests with us, Amy Lang and Casey O'Roarty, to help unpack this.

We're seeing some worrying trends with kids being exposed to explicit content online, and it's more important than ever for parents to step in and have open, honest conversations. We'll talk about the role of proactive parenting and the neurological effects of pornography on young minds. 

Plus, we'll discuss the importance of teaching kids about consent and critical thinking to counter harmful stereotypes.

Our chat also touches on the broader societal implications, encouraging parents to have conversations that align with their personal values. We'll highlight the need for ongoing monitoring and filtering of online content, and we'll inspire parents to take action in fostering healthy relationships and tackling tough topics like pornography with joyful courage.

In this episode you’ll learn:

0:00 Introduction

13:53 Hidden Pornography

20:19 Impact of Brain Development

22:51 Breaking the "Not My Kid" Mentality

25:59 Initiating Conversations about Pornography

31:45 Shifting Perspectives: Pornography Consumers

35:00 The Role of Parents to Protect their Child

36:34 Connecting Pornography to Transactional Sex

46:42 Final Thought on Pornography and Kids

Links Mentioned in this Episode: 

Casey O’Roarty

Joyful Courage Podcast

besproutable.com/teens

www.facebook.com/joyfulcourage

IG - @joyful_courage

Amy Lang

Birds+Bees+Kids Podcast

birdsandbeesandkids.com

www.facebook.com/birdsbeeskids

IG - @birdsandbeeskids

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Hi Friends, 

If you've listened to the podcast for any period of time, you've heard me talk about positive discipline and relationship and the importance of parenting in a different way than we were likely parented and we're going to dig into that and even more detail today with my guest, who I'm so thrilled to introduce you to Reem Raouda

Reem is a certified conscious parenting coach certified through Dr. Shafali Sabari's program, and she is the parent of a strong willed child and the founder of the Connected Discipline Method, which is a coaching program for parents of strong willed children. And what she and I really dig into in this conversation is discipline and what does discipline look like when we are not coming at parenting from an authoritarian sort of traditional approach, but what, how we do it or what discipline looks like, how we think about discipline when we are being more conscious, intentional, gentle, positive parents.

In this episode you’ll learn

0:27 Introduction to Positive Parenting

1:23 Reimagining Discipline

6:37 Common Parenting Mistakes

10:58 The Importance of Connection

20:37 Adjusting expectations and Tone

30:25 Understanding Children’s Capacities

34:53 Nurturing Environments for Growth

Links Mentioned in this Episode: 

Follow Reem Raouda: 

Website:  https://www.highloveparenting.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/highloveparenting

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Whether you are the parent of an LGBTQIA+ kiddo or you don’t know yet whether or not you are the parent of an LGBTQIA+ kiddo, or you have an LGBTQIA+ family member, neighbor, friend, or colleague you’re going to want to tune into today’s episode. 

I’m talking with Susan Cottrell. Susan is an international speaker and passionate advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community. Susan shares her personal journey of accepting and supporting her LGBTQ children, despite the conservative teachings of her evangelical church. She discusses how her deep faith led her to deconstruct harmful religious teachings and embrace values of love, empathy, compassion, inclusion, justice, and kindness.

You’ll Learn: 

0:27 Introduction to Today's Issue

1:47 Susan's Faith Journey

11:53 Deconstructing Faith

24:13 Importance of Pride Month

29:19 Engaging in Productive Conversations

31:53 Love Your Neighbor Principle

35:25 Reasonable Approach to Acceptance

40:42 Starting the Deconstructing Process

45:12 Bible as a Story, Not a Rule Book

46:09 Bible as a Vehicle for Oppression

47:06 Spreading Radical Love

47:51 Conclusion and Gratitude

Thank you so much for being with me today and for listening to this conversation. I know religion is not something I typically dive into on The Heartful Parent Podcast, but I felt like this was a conversation that was worth having here during Pride Month, and just in general as we, as those of use who do choose to love unconditionally and unequivocally work to protect all of us who are LGBTQIA+ from being vilified and being scapegoated as we move forward in the year 2024 and beyond. 

And let us know how you’re celebrating Pride Month where you live!

Links Mentioned in this Episode: 

Follow Susan Cottrell:

• https://www.freedhearts.org/

• https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freedhearts/id1533444664

• https://www.youtube.com/stcottrell

• https://www.instagram.com/freedheart

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Hey everyone! Welcome to The Heartful Parent Podcast. Today, we have an amazing episode lined up with the incredible Yolanda Williams, a conscious parenting coach and social justice instructor.

We dive into the world of conscious parenting and talk about how we can raise socially aware kids through meaningful conversations about race and privilege.

Yolanda will be sharing her personal journey and discussing why inclusivity is so crucial in parenting spaces, especially after the tragic events surrounding George Floyd's murder.

Wel chat about the ups and downs of parenting, the importance of having open discussions about race with our children, and the ways society shapes our parenting experiences. You won't want to miss it!

You’ll Learn:

0:29 Introduction

3:36 Welcoming Yolanda Williams to the Podcast

4:13 Yolanda’s Journey to Parenting Decolonized

9:09 Reflections on Shifts Post- George Floyd’s Murder

12:47 The Shift from Gentle Parenting to Conscious Parenting

15:48 The Challenge of White Activism Fatigue

20:04 Urgency for While Parent Coaches to Address Race

23:18 Addressing Difficult Conversations on Police Brutality

23:55 The Essential Conversations

27:33 Revisiting Conscious Parenting

31:25 The True COnscious Parenting Approach

38:04 Embracing Freedom Through Feeling

40:10 From Surviving to Thriving

42:56 The Hardest Job with No Vacation

45:35 Making Real Systemic Changes

Connect with Yolanda:

https://www.instagram.com/prntgdcolonized/

https://parentingdecolonized.com

Join the Conversation:

We’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Share your experiences and connect with other parents in our community. Follow us on Instagram and use the hashtag #HeartfulParentPodcast to join the discussion.

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Hey, friends and podcast listeners! Welcome back to another episode of the Heartful Parent Podcast. I'm so excited to be here with you today.

If you've been listening for a while, we don't just discuss parenting here. As I always say, we wear a lot of hats—we're people, partners, professionals, and so much more. That's why I love exploring various topics on the pod. 

This week, I'm particularly thrilled to introduce someone truly inspirational: my friend, colleague, mentor, and teacher, Kristi Rible. Kristi is the founder and CEO of The Human Group and is dedicated to humanizing the workplace by preparing leaders for a future that demands flexibility, empathy, trust, connection, and psychological safety. She champions a diverse, equitable, and inclusive representation of our collective humanity.

Kristi's international leadership experience spans over 25 years, covering technology and consumer products in public and startup ventures across the US, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. She is a fierce advocate for the advancement of women, which is how I met her through her Stanford course, "Motherhood and Work." She teaches an incredible class once a year, and it's open to continuing ed students. It is conducted remotely so that you can join from anywhere. 

Kristi holds an impressive array of credentials, including an MBA in International Business from Thunderbird and Arizona State University, a BA in African Studies and Classical Archaeology from Franklin and Marshall College, and Executive Certifications in Organizational Gender Balance from INSEAD, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Cornell, Executive Coaching from UC Berkeley, and the Fair Play Method.

In today's conversation, Kristi and I dive into the power of language, the modern movements and setbacks affecting parents, mothers, and women in particular, and so much more. I'm super excited to share this enlightening discussion with you. 

So, without further ado, let's dive into my conversation with Kristi Rible.

Connect with Kristi

https://www.thehuumangroup.com

https://www.kristirible.com

Join the Conversation:

We’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Share your experiences and connect with other parents in our community. Follow us on Instagram and use the hashtag #HeartfulParentPodcast to join the discussion.

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Parenting in public can be HARD. Rachael Fritz, founder of Parenting on Mars, joins me and we discuss parenting in public spaces. Rachael, a mom of three and a former preschool teacher, brings her wealth of knowledge to the table, sharing practical tips and heartfelt advice for handling challenging parenting moments outside the home.

In This Episode:

• Maintaining Boundaries in Public: Rachael discusses the importance of sticking to your parenting values, even when others are watching. She shares strategies for being prepared and setting clear expectations with your kids.
• Generational Patterns and Triggers: We dive into the impact of our own upbringing on our parenting style. Rachael provides insight on recognizing and addressing these influences to become more mindful parents.
• Parenting Out Loud: Learn about the concept of parenting out loud, where open discussions with your children about decisions and actions can foster transparency and accountability.
• Dealing with Judgment: Rachael offers advice on handling criticism from family members and partners, emphasizing the need to stay true to your values rather than conforming to societal pressures.

Rachael’s candid insights and practical advice will leave you feeling empowered and ready to tackle parenting challenges with confidence.

Connect with Rachael:

• Website: Parenting on Mars
• Instagram: @ParentingOnMars
• Join the Conversation:

We’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Share your experiences and connect with other parents in our community. Follow us on Instagram and use the hashtag #HeartfulParentPodcast to join the discussion.

Subscribe & Review:

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