BratBusters Parenting Podcast

When Consequences Fail (Try This Instead)

#176 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on consequences. She covers the importance of consistency, choosing the right consequence, whether or not she believes consequences need to be connected to the bad behaviour, and shifting the focus towards your parenting rather than the child’s behaviour.  Lastly, Lisa addresses nine listener questions, discussing consequences for a 10-year-old, what to do when a 3-year-old doesn’t care about toys being taken away, how to handle a situation when the behaviour from a 4-year-old changes around company, and how to navigate mealtime battles with a 3-year-old. She then explores managing consequences when friends are over, whether parents should be using chores as consequences, what to do when children don’t respond well to consequences, how to respond to a 5-year-old choosing to break rules, and finishes with her general approach to addressing a 7-year-old picking their nose. Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months) [https://bratbusters.podia.com/toddler-bootcamp] Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12) [https://bratbusters.podia.com/126b3bf6-b5aa-4088-a040-0bb54beb82c8] Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com [http://www.bratbusters.com/] today.  Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en]    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en [https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en]     YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting [https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting]    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting [https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting]    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 [http://bratbusters.com/disclaimer]

The Mistake Making Your Child Call the Shots

#175 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on letting children call the shots. She covers what she believes children should be in charge of, the importance of structure and systems, why you should be learning from your children, how she would approach the situation when you feel like your children are calling the shots, and her thoughts on the word brat.  Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, discussing what to do when a 4-year-old has a hard time managing emotions, why a 4-year-old won’t respond to her mom, keeping calm when a 4-year-old makes you mad, and how to address bad behaviour from a 4-year-old when around daycare friends. She then explores how to handle defiance from a 3-year-old and finishes with how she would approach a 4-year-old who gets upset when they can’t play on the computer at the library. Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months) [https://bratbusters.podia.com/toddler-bootcamp] Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12) [https://bratbusters.podia.com/126b3bf6-b5aa-4088-a040-0bb54beb82c8] Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com [http://www.bratbusters.com/] today.  Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en]    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en [https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en]     YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting [https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting]    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting [https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting]    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 [http://bratbusters.com/disclaimer]

When Ignoring Tantrums Goes Too Far

#174 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on approaching tantrums. She covers her general approach, the tantrum aftermath, tantrums about needs compared to wants, the importance of connection with calm leadership parenting, and not having a conversation with others during your child’s tantrums.  Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, discussing handling toddler tantrums over needs, what to do when a 5-year-old becomes destructive when things don’t go his way, how to navigate co-parenting transition time, and how to respond when a 19-month-old throws tantrums in public. She then explores strategies for managing twin tantrums from 19-month-olds and finishes by clarifying the difference in her opinion between soothing compared to rewarding a tantrum. Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months) [https://bratbusters.podia.com/toddler-bootcamp] Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12) [https://bratbusters.podia.com/126b3bf6-b5aa-4088-a040-0bb54beb82c8] Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com [http://www.bratbusters.com/] today.  Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en]    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en [https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en]     YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting [https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting]    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting [https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting]    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 [http://bratbusters.com/disclaimer]

The Hidden Flaw in Parenting Boundaries

#173 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on parenting boundaries. She covers how she would go about strengthening your calm leadership parenting skills and feeling too strict when creating parenting boundaries.  Lastly, Lisa addresses seven listener questions, discussing how to handle siblings constantly fighting, what to do when children are not respecting their mom, ways to navigate toddler defiance during transitions, and whether parents should be doubling up on consequences. She then explores how to manage siblings tattling on one another, setting up boundaries with a 3-year-old, and how to respond to a 4-year-old acting out. Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months) [https://bratbusters.podia.com/toddler-bootcamp] Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12) [https://bratbusters.podia.com/126b3bf6-b5aa-4088-a040-0bb54beb82c8] Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com [http://www.bratbusters.com/] today.  Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en]    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en [https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en]     YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting [https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting]    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting [https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting]    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 [http://bratbusters.com/disclaimer]

Why Disappointment Towards Your Child Can Backfire

#172 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on showing anger, frustration, and disappointment towards your children. She covers unrealistic expectations for parenting, children learning to show anger and disappointment, an example where a teenager is rude to house guests, balancing restraint and showing up as genuine, how to start changing your parenting style, and whether or not she believes children should fear their parents.  Learn more about the Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months) [https://bratbusters.podia.com/toddler-bootcamp] Learn more about the BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12) [https://bratbusters.podia.com/126b3bf6-b5aa-4088-a040-0bb54beb82c8] Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics), signature bootcamp courses, and more, visit www.bratbusters.com [http://www.bratbusters.com/] today.  Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/bratbustersparenting/?hl=en]    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en [https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbustersparenting?lang=en]     YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting [https://www.youtube.com/@BratBustersParenting]    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting [https://www.facebook.com/BratBustersParenting]    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 [http://bratbusters.com/disclaimer]