In this episode, parenting author Katie Trudeau explores the good that comes from serving your kids.  
In this episode, we'll cover:
1. Why modern parents are afraid to serve their kids
2. The notion that service is a mandatory teaching tool 
3. Why spoiling kids is not possible 
4. The reason why kids lack manners 
5. How service leads to love


Items mentioned: 

• The Five Love Languages
• Chamomile Tea - the tea that showed me who's boss! 

Additional gentle parenting resources: 
Interested in learning more about Attachment Parenting? I suggest these books: 

• The Attachment Parenting Book
• ToddlerCalm: A Guide for Calmer Toddlers and Happier Parents
• Two Thousand Kisses a Day: Gentle Parenting Through the Ages and Stages (A Little Hearts Handbook)

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In this episode, parenting author Katie Trudeau dives into one of the myths surrounding gentle parenting and Attachment Parenting.  Even though Attachment Parenting is popular, there are still a lot of myths that need debunking. One of the most prevalent myths is that you'll end up with an out-of-control child. 
In this episode, we'll cover:
1. Why this myth came to be
2. The notion that gentle parenting does not mean lax parenting 
3. What is harsh punishment
4. Alternatives to spanking/timeouts that really do work 

• Time in
• Talking 
• Redirection
• Hug it out

Resources: 
Interested in learning more about Attachment Parenting? I suggest these books: 

• The Attachment Parenting Book
• ToddlerCalm: A Guide for Calmer Toddlers and Happier Parents
• Two Thousand Kisses a Day: Gentle Parenting Through the Ages and Stages (A Little Hearts Handbook)

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In today's episode, Katie explores the secret to family happiness... according to a 4 year old. 
Highlights from the show include: 

• What is a child's favorite thing about family life?  (hint: it's not stuff)
• Strengthen family bonds through experiences 
• Make each moment count: go big or go home
• Quality vs quantity time 

Homework: 

• Think about a way to spend more quality and quantity time with your family

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