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  • Ready, Fire, Aim: Can Kids Learn to Think Ahead?

    Ready, Fire, Aim: Can Kids Learn to Think Ahead?
    2026/09/25
    What do you do when your child seems to act first and think later? Lisa is joined by Amy Hackworth, Erika Price, and Michelle Love-Day to talk about kids who struggle with forethought and seem genuinely surprised when their choices lead to consequences. They discuss ways parents can help children slow down, think ahead, and understand the connection between their actions and what happens next.
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    31 分
  • The Conversations We Wish We Had Sooner

    The Conversations We Wish We Had Sooner
    2026/09/18
    What are the conversations with our kids that we wish we could go back and have sooner? Lisa is joined by Julie Taylor, Tammy Hall, and Geraldine “G” Fitisemanu to talk about the heart-to-hearts, unexpected questions, and moments they didn’t realize were about something deeper until later. They share the conversations they wish they had approached differently, what they learned from those moments, and how listening a little closer can help us understand what our kids are really trying to tell us.
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    27 分
  • Why Are Mornings So Hard?

    Why Are Mornings So Hard?
    2026/09/11
    Mornings can feel like a battle before the day has even started. When kids ignore their alarms, resist routines, and need constant reminders to get out the door, how can parents create a morning routine that actually sticks? Lisa is joined by Lindsay Clark, Cree Taylor, and Juhi Raizada to talk about making mornings less stressful, letting go of expectations just a little, and finding a routine that works even when you’re not a morning person yourself.
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    28 分
  • When Kids Rewrite the Family Story

    When Kids Rewrite the Family Story
    2026/09/04
    Kids love a good story, but sometimes their version of a family event gets a little more dramatic, exaggerated, or embarrassing than the original. When an 8-year-old tells a funny family story in public and unintentionally mischaracterizes a parent or the family, how should you respond? Lisa is joined by Amy Hackworth, Erika Price, and Michelle Love-Day to talk about when to let a child’s storytelling run its course, when to step in, and how to teach kids the difference between a great story and a story that crosses a line.
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    29 分
  • When Your Sweet Kid Becomes A Teenager

    When Your Sweet Kid Becomes A Teenager
    2026/08/28
    One day they’re your biggest fan, and the next they can barely stand to be in the same room as you. This week, the Council of Moms tackles the emotional transition from raising a cuddly kid to parenting an independent teenager. Lisa Valentine Clark is joined by Tammy Hall, Geraldine “G” Fitisemanu, and Julie Suazo to talk about hurt feelings, backtalk, and shifting relationships.
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    30 分
  • Teaching Safety Without Making Kids Afraid

    Teaching Safety Without Making Kids Afraid
    2026/08/21
    Keeping kids safe is every parent’s priority but how do you prepare them for real dangers without making the world feel scary? This week, the Council of Moms explores how to have age-appropriate conversations about personal safety, emergencies, and trusting their instincts. Lisa Valentine Clark is joined by Ruth Aguirre, Whitney Call, and Emilie Campbell to share the lessons they’ve taught their own children.
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    30 分
  • Dining Together: But Are We Actually Connecting?

    Dining Together: But Are We Actually Connecting?
    2026/08/14
    Family dinner is supposed to be the highlight of the day but what if it just feels like another exhausting task? This week, the Council of Moms tackles the pressure to make mealtimes meaningful when schedules are busy, kids are eager to leave the table, and everyone’s running on empty. Stacey Morse, Milli Dadson, and Katie Craig join Lisa Valentine Clark to share practical ideas for creating moments of connection.
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    31 分
  • The Mysterious Case of the Disappearing Tummy Ache

    The Mysterious Case of the Disappearing Tummy Ache
    2026/08/07
    What do you do when your child always seems to be sick… until something fun comes along? This week, the Council of Moms dives into the tricky balance of validating your child’s feelings without reinforcing attention-seeking behavior. Lisa Valentine Clark is joined by Lindsay Clark, Cree Taylor, and Dr. Juhi Raizada for an honest conversation about mystery tummy aches and how to respond with empathy while still setting healthy boundaries.
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    29 分