Season 1

In this episode of The Guiding Parent Podcast , Tammy and Shannon explore the power of turning an automatic “no” into a thoughtful “yes, when” or “yes, after.” They discuss how this simple shift can reduce power struggles while still maintaining healthy boundaries. Kids need opportunities to make ch...

Back-to-school season is exciting but can also bring big emotions and big changes for both kids and parents. In this episode, Tammy and Shannon share practical ways to make the transitions smoother — from creating supportive routines and easing difficult drop-offs to navigating after-school schedule...

This episode of The Guiding Parent Podcast explores how families can make vacations and other changes in routine smoother, more enjoyable, and less stressful for both parents and children. Drawing from their own family travel experiences, Tammy and Shannon discuss the importance of preparing childre...

Do you ever feel like you're failing because you can't be the "perfect" parent? In this episode, Tammy and Shannon explore why the goal of perfect parenting may actually be getting in the way of the connected, joyful relationship you want with your child. Through honest stories from their own family...

What is the Guiding Mindset, and how can it help you navigate parenting with greater confidence? In this episode, Tammy and Shannon introduce the seven interconnected principles that form the foundation of the Guiding Mindset—a practical framework designed to help parents move beyond one-size-fits-a...

In this debut episode, Tammy and Shannon share the personal journeys that inspired the Guiding Parent Podcast. Discover how Tammy’s decades of experience in early childhood education, parenting, and real-life family experiences shaped the Guiding Mindset philosophy. From Tammy's passion for helping ...