Raising Greatness: Recent Episodes
Ryan Addams
Ryan and Katrina have always wondered about Nature vs Nurture and what goes into making a person successful. They both had unconventional and tumultuous childhoods which made them ask the question: How do you raise a good human? Like all parents, they want to give their child the best chance to succeed and hope that sharing their journey will help other parents.
In todays episode we have Tara Clark - author, speaker, content creator, podcaster, and the founder of Modern Mom Probs!
Join us as we talk about the biggest problems facing moms and parents in todays world. Overcoming the loneliness of being a parent and how to find YOUR village, the mental load of motherhood and the danger of comparison traps, How to relinquish control and ask for help, even as a Type A personality, One of the main reasons our toddlers have emotional meltdowns and what we can do to prevent them…And so much more!
Learn More about Tara at:
https://modernmomprobs.com/
https://www.instagram.com/modernmomprobs
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I’m Ryan Addams and in today’s episode we have the “emotional first Responder” - Jessica Correnti. For 14 years Jessica has served vulnerable children and families in the hospital setting as a Certified Child Life Specialist helping children and families cope with death. Jessica speaks openly about her own personal trauma experiencing multiple miscarriages and a still birth.
Join us as we dive deep into what it takes to overcome the death of a child. Why we should talk to our kids about death as soon as possible…and how to do so. The unique way that children process death compared to adults. The best movies and books to help kids understand death. What the stages of grief are…And so much more.
Learn more about Jessica at:
https://www.kidsgriefsupport.com/
https://www.instagram.com/kidsgriefsupport/
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Sergei Urban, aka TheDadLab! Sergei is a dad, author and social media content creator with over 10 million fans across all platforms. He is best known for creating simple but inspiring science experiments, crafts and educational activities with his children.
Join us as we learn the BIG secret to get your kids interested in learning, How doing science experiments will make our kids better people, His favourite experiment to do out of 100’s, The key to creating good content on social media, 2 experiments you can do today with simple things you probably have laying around the house, and SO MUCH MORE.
You can learn more about Sergei at:
https://www.instagram.com/thedadlab/
https://thedadlab.com/
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Franki Bagdade - a master's level educator and clinical social worker with over two decades of experience in education and mental health.
Franki is a popular public speaker and is a published author. Her first book, "I Love My Kids But I Don't Always Like Them," has won several awards and has spent weeks on the Amazon bestseller lists.
Join us as we discuss how to rewire unwanted programming in ourselves and our kids, how to deal with conflict and when to apologize, How to REALLY know if your child has ADHD, how screen time is affecting our kids, and so much more!
You can learn more about Franki at:
https://www.frankibagdade.com/
https://www.instagram.com/frankibagdade/
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Kirsten Cobabe - Teen Whisperer. Kirsten specializes in helping parents navigate the waves of adolescence and restoring harmony in the home.
Join us as we learn how to speak to our teens, why consequences work better than punishments, alternative education options like outdoor schools, what to do when triggered by our kids, how to create a leader and not a follower, and so much more!
You can find out more about Kirsten at:
www.kirstencobabe.com
https://www.instagram.com/kirstencobabe/
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Holly Choi - Founder of Safe Beginnings and leading child injury prevention educator in North America. Her extensive knowledge in baby + toddler safety, first aid, car seat safety, and childproofing are unmatched.
Join us as we address the most injury prone stages in a baby’s development, the top 3 dangers for infants, proactive vs reactive childproofing, the vital life saving skills every parent needs to know, the unseen risks of your car seat, whether weighted blankets or sunscreen are safe for babies, when we need to worry when a baby is sweating and so much more!
You can find out more about Holly Choi at:
https://safebeginnings.ca/
https://www.instagram.com/safebeginnings/
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https://www.instagram.com/raising_greatness
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Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum - Neuroscientist, Doula and Infant and Family Sleep Specialist. Dr. Kirshenbaum has studied at some of the most prestigious institutions, including the University of Toronto, Columbia University, Yale, and the New York University Medical School, to name a few! She is leading the Nurture Revolution to change how our society cares for infants and parents. She wants families and perinatal practitioners to understand how early caregiving experience can boost mental wellness and diminish depression, anxiety, and addiction in adulthood.
Join us as we learn why ages 1-3 are the most critical years in our lives, The big lie every mother and parent is told, the best way to sleep train your baby (and it's not what you think), how your brain physically changes when you become a parent, the most important toy for an infant…and it's free.
In this episode, you'll also find out the three times our brains get wired and can be rewired during our lives, why you can't make a happy baby happier, and so much more!
You can find out more about the Nurture Revolution at:
https://www.instagram.com/nurture_neuroscience_parenting/
https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/newsletter
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https://www.instagram.com/raising_greatness
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https://www.instagram.com/katrinaxavier
Caitlin & Chelsea - Founders of Mama Psychologists. Two registered psychologists, best friends, & moms to Four kids, five and under.
Join us as we learn to navigate spontaneous preterm labour, manage postpartum anxiety and intrusive thoughts, overcome mom burnout and take a sensory break to soothe your nervous system when you get overwhelmed.
In this episode, you'll also get bulletproof methods to successfully potty train your kids, stop tantrums, put your toddlers and young kids to bed, manage screen time, help kids (and us parents) better handle life transitions, and so much more…
You can find out more about the Mama Psychologists at:
https://www.mamapsychologists.ca
https://www.facebook.com/groups/488189749250040
https://www.facebook.com/mamapsychologists
https://www.instagram.com/mamapsychologists/?hl=en
And follow us at:
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Cori Stern, founder of the Empowered Parenting Program which focuses on coaching parents through the different ages and stages of development, so that you can parent with less of the day-to-day stress and overwhelm.
Cori is a Child Behaviour Specialist and mother of two. She’s merged her background in Positive Parenting, Education, and Child Development with a master's degree in Child Study & Education.
Join us as we learn how to talk to our kids, teach resilience, become an Executive Problem Solver, know the difference between responsive and reactive parenting, learn what to do when we are triggered by our kids, find out what goes into creating an emotionally well-adjusted child and so much more!
You can find out more about Cori at:
www.instagram/@cori_stern
www.coristern.com/booking
Bryana Kappadakunnel, owner of the Conscious Mommy. Bryana has a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology, and has an extensive number of advanced certifications & specializations in peri-natal, infant, and early childhood mental health as well as conscious parenting.
Join us as we learn how to combat the pressure of trying to be a perfect parent, the difference between hovering and observing, understanding healthy vs unhealthy attachment, how to help our children face their fears, and whether the ferber method is still relevant.
You can find out more about Bryana at:
https://learning.consciousmommy.com/
https://instagram.com/consciousmommy
Lael Stone, co-creator of the Woodline Primary School and the Aware Parenting Podcast. Lael is an educator, TEDx speaker, author, mother, and parenting counsellor who has been working with families for over 20 years.
Join us as we learn about emotionally aware parenting, how to raise resilient children, the natural mechanism to heal trauma, and how to create space, listen and when to say no while still empowering your children.
You can find out more about Lael at:
http://www.laelstone.com.au/https://www.instagram.com/laelstone/
Tia Slightham - an author, coach, teacher, business owner and most importantly MOM. Tia has a master's degree in early childhood education and has dedicated over 17 years to help solve all your parenting struggles.
Join us as we learn how to stop yelling, the difference between discipline and punishment, how to set boundaries and when to say nothing instead of something.
You can find out more about Tia at:
https://tiaslightham.com/links/
https://instagram.com/tiaparentingcoach
Free Golden Time Guide by Tia:
https://tiaslightham.click/optin1654888479149
Caron Irwin founder of the Roo Family - a Certified Child Life Specialist with a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Studies who spent over 10 years supporting children and families through illness at one of the largest children’s hospitals. Join us as we learn about how to communicate with kids in a time of crisis, reduce tantrums, deal with transitions like going back to school, limit sibling flights plus a full proof method to make new friends, manage screen time and so much more! You can find out more about Caron at: https://www.roofamily.ca/ https://instagram.com/roo.family
Joseph Tito from the Dad Diaries - a daring jet-setter who decided to pursue surrogacy and become a dad of two twin girls, Mia and Stella. Join us as we learn about surrogacy's emotional journey, whether it creates designer babies, how much it costs, what dating is like for a single dad of twins, and so much more!
You can find out more about Joseph at:
https://thedaddiaries.com
https://www.instagram.com/thedaddiaries.ca/