Motherhood: The Ultimate Balancing Act, with Colleen Napleton

In this episode, Dr. Colleen Napleton, a clinical psychologist and expert in child development, gets real about the complexities of modern parenting, particularly for moms. Holy moly does she share some incredible nuggets, like the importance of balance, dropping balls and understanding the root causes of behavioral issues rather than resorting to punishment. Dr. Napleton also explores the impact of generational trauma and encourages parents to trust their instincts, prioritize self-care, and break free from societal expectations. Tune in to find out about her “kidtuition” so you can build stronger connections with the children in your life. 

 

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Center for Balanced Parenthood

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background of Dr. Colleen Napleton

03:13 Creation of the Center for Balanced Parenthood

06:29 Balancing Multiple Roles as an Entrepreneur and a Mom

08:24 Breaking Free from Societal Expectations

12:52 Impact of Generational Trauma on Parenting

17:06 Recognizing the Individuality of Children

25:10 Parent Coaching and Supporting Relationships

26:07 Challenges of Parenting Today

26:35 The Importance of Remembering That You Matter in Parenting

28:27 Finding Balance: Fulfilling Your Needs and Meeting Your Children's Needs

30:23 Overcoming Guilt and Prioritizing Self-Care as a Parent

35:07 Understanding Children's Behavior: Addressing Root Causes

41:51Embracing Mistakes and Growing Together as a Parent

45:09 Kidtuitive Parenting: Trusting Your Inner Wisdom and Building Strong Connections