BratBusters Parenting Podcast

#225 In this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on defiance from children. She covers the effects of showing anger or frustration, managing inconsistent boundaries, why lecturing and over-explaining can backfire, a personal story with Amy from filming the BratBusters Bootcamp Course, the pitfalls of micromanaging and using empty threats, the impact of pleaser parenting and old-fashioned authority, moving away from arguing with your child, and her take on addressing attitude.

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, exploring what to consider when a 5-year-old screams when corrected, thoughts on navigating sass from a 4-year-old, approaches for supporting a highly sensitive and reactive 4-year-old, and perspectives when a 5-year-old knows how to work a situation, before discussing how to respond when a toddler tells a parent no and what to keep in mind regarding a 2-year-old whining and lying.

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Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)
BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)
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BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course
Private Coaching
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Disclaimer: 
The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

#224 In this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on bedtime battles. She covers why parents often lose their cool at night and what bedtime battles look like, navigating feelings of guilt when holding firm boundaries, managing requests for one more hug or book, her two-part approach to establishing an evening routine and keeping children in bed, and setting practical limits around comfort items like stuffies, alongside reflections on why letting children control bedtime can prolong the struggle.

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, exploring building independence at bedtime with a 21-month-old, what to consider when a 20-month-old wakes up screaming, navigating patience with toddlers, and handling a 4-year-old and 6-year-old staying up after bedtime, before discussing toddler meltdowns around evening routines, what to do when a 2-year-old screams in the middle of the night, and responding to a 5-year-old who talks through bedtime stories.

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Courses:
Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)
BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)
Learn More:
BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course
Private Coaching
Podcast Questions:
Have a question you'd like to submit for a chance to be featured in an upcoming podcast episode? 
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Disclaimer: 
The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

#223 In this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on children not listening. She covers why this connects back to parenting approach, using the BratBusters Behaviour Board, the habit of repeating yourself, practical consequence ideas, how communication breakdowns can lead to yelling, what happens when toddlers act out even after being reasoned with, the overall impact of parenting styles on cooperation, and the importance of listening to your children.

Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, exploring what to consider when a toddler is ignoring their father, navigating a 28-month-old who seems to have no fear, approaches for parenting a strong-willed and busy toddler, and thoughts on playing referee between a 2-year-old and a 4-year-old, before discussing perspectives on raising a strong-willed 3-year-old, how to approach a toddler not listening to other adults, and navigating an almost 3-year-old copying behaviour from older siblings.

Starching Pants Episode:
Episode 203: Stop Bringing These Common Emotions Into Discipline
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Courses:
Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)
BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)
Learn More:
BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course
Private Coaching
Podcast Questions:
Have a question you'd like to submit for a chance to be featured in an upcoming podcast episode? 
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Disclaimer: 
The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

#222 In this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on children manipulating. She covers her take on this word, a scenario involving a 7-year-old saying they hate you when told no, children who know how to work the system, a scenario of a parent coming home late after work, a scenario involving a 6-year-old going behind parents' backs, a scenario where a 5-year-old acts like they cannot get their shoes on, and how responses depend on the situation.

Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, exploring what to consider when a teenager claims they didn't know what they did was wrong, perspectives on a 3-year-old ignoring the positive action consequence, and approaches for navigating bedtime battles with a 4-year-old, before discussing thoughts on a 10-year-old who doesn't want to go to school and managing a toddler pinching others.

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Courses:
Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)
BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)
Learn More:
BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course
Private Coaching
Podcast Questions:
Have a question you'd like to submit for a chance to be featured in an upcoming podcast episode? 
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Disclaimer: 
The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

#221 In this episode, Lisa shares her thoughts on parents trying to fix their child’s anger. She covers navigating parenting guilt, avoiding situations that make children angry, tantrums when children don’t get their way, connecting after a tantrum, allowing children to feel all emotions, fair boundaries, and letting children express how they feel from an early age. 

Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, discussing how to respond when an almost 3-year-old shouts and hits when angry, ways to navigate tantrums from a strong-willed 5-year-old, how to support a toddler who gets frustrated easily, and strategies for managing frequent toddler tantrums when they want attention, before exploring approaches when a 24-month-old pushes when they don’t get their way and finishing with advice on handling an 18-month-old constantly screaming.

Thank you for joining us! 
Courses:
Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months)
BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12)
Learn More:
BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course
Private Coaching
Podcast Questions:
Have a question you'd like to submit for a chance to be featured in an upcoming podcast episode? 
Click Here to Submit 🎙️
Disclaimer: 
The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer