BratBusters Parenting Podcast

Why Toddlers Are Unpredictable: Hitting, Bedtime Battles, Screaming & More

#193 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on parenting toddlers. She covers her top five tips for parenting toddlers and what she believes true connection looks like.  Lastly, Lisa addresses ten listener questions, discussing the difference between timeout and consistent corrective actions, what to do about a 21-month-old waking up crying, ways to support a toddler having a hard time adjusting to being a big sister, and how to handle challenges with car rides. She then covers a 18-month-old biting and pulling sister’s hair, a toddler who loves screaming, advice on transitioning a 26-month-old out of the highchair, what to do about a toddler throwing toys, how to go about getting rid of pacifiers, and finishes with a strategy for a 2-year-old ruining toys. 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]

Child Suddenly Testing Boundaries (Try This Approach)

#192 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on children testing boundaries. She covers three reasons she often sees this happening; the boundaries can be moved, testing your calm leadership, and looking for a reaction from their parents.  Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, discussing what to do when a 3-year-old is suddenly testing boundaries, how to handle a toddler's attitude towards only one parent, ways to manage a 4-year-old throwing tantrums, and how to respond to a toddler pushing their grandfather. She then explores how to adopt a calm leadership mindset and finishes with advice on a 4-year-old shouting. 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 Your Child Won't Stop Hitting

#191 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on children hitting others. She covers where she believes children learn this behaviour, and her general approach for this for babies, toddlers, and children. Lastly, Lisa addresses four listener questions, discussing what to do when a 3-year-old is hitting and pushing other children during play, ways to manage a 26-month-old's aggressive behaviour after a nap, approaching a toddler trying to hurt a younger sibling, and using the BratBusters Behaviour Board for aggressive behaviour. 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 Real Reason Your Child Won't Listen

#190 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on children not listening. She covers five reasons she often sees this happening; inconsistent boundaries, repeating or nagging children, over-explaining, lack of connection, and demanding respect instead of earning it.  Lastly, Lisa addresses four listener questions, discussing what to do when a 6-year-old interferes with adult conversations, how to handle a 4-year-old acting out when dad gets home, and how to respond to a 3-year-old running away in public, before finishing on what to do when a 10-year-old won’t listen. 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]

Try This When Your Strong-Willed Child Pushes Back

#189 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on strong-willed children. She covers reframing how you view this trait, shifting the focus from the child to the parent, understanding your strong-willed child, and creating consequences for children.  Lastly, Lisa addresses five listener questions, discussing how to handle 5-year-old tantrums when frustrated, what to do about aggressive behaviour from a 4-year-old, ways to succeed at getting a 3-year-old to clean up, managing different temperaments between siblings, and how to approach using the BratBusters Behaviour Board for aggressive behaviour. 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]