Feeling stuck between being “too gentle” or “too strict” with your kids? Many moms struggle to find the balance between setting boundaries and staying calm.

In this episode of Mom Life Uncomplicated, Natalie McCabe sits down with parenting coach and Montessori expert Kristen Ancker to dive deep into what gentle parenting really is and how positive discipline offers practical tools that help kids thrive.

You'll learn:

• The gentle parenting vs. positive discipline
• How to set boundaries with love
• Creating a “parenting playbook” with your partner
• Simple mindset shifts that reduce stress fast

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Are you surviving or thriving this summer? If you're drowning in snack requests, sibling fights, and screen time guilt this summer break, this one’s for you. In this episode of Mom Life Uncomplicated, Natalie McCabe shares her 5-step Summer Survival Guide to help you avoid burnout, reclaim your time, and actually enjoy these fleeting summer days. From setting real boundaries to redefining what a “good mom” summer looks like, this episode offers permission to slow down and put your well-being first, without the guilt.

You’ll Learn:

• The one mindset shift that changes everything
• How to create your personal “absolute no” list
• Ways to simplify your home and schedule
• Why quiet time is not a punishment
• A simple self-care reframe that actually works
• The 3-5 summer activities that matter most

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Working full time AND trying to keep your kids off screens this summer? In Part 2 of the Summer Screen Time series, Natalie McCabe dives into realistic screen time strategies for working moms and families with teens. From quick morning connection tips to after-work wind-downs, she shares bite-sized routines that make a big impact—even when your day is packed. You're juggling a full-time job, trying to avoid screen guilt, and wondering how to connect with your kids without a fight over tablets or TikTok. If the thought of crafting elaborate routines or keeping up with Pinterest-perfect summers has you feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Here's what you'll learn: ✅ 15-minute high-impact connection routines before and after work ✅ Screen time hacks that actually build skills (media literacy + critical thinking!) ✅ Tips to turn passive scrolling into meaningful conversations with your teen ✅ Sneaky learning games that transform tablets into tools ✅ Working mom-approved weekend adventures that don’t require hours of prep Join our free community of moms + expert parent coaches at natalieMcCabe.com Need support? Book your FREE 30-minute coaching call and get clarity on how to reduce your mental load. Spots are limited! Learn more here: https://linktr.ee/nataliemccabe

Struggling to manage screen time over the summer?

In this episode of Mom Life Uncomplicated, Natalie McCabe gets real about what’s driving us all a little nuts: endless screen time requests, bored kids, and mom guilt.

Learn why summer is actually the perfect time to reset your family’s screen habits, and how to do it without turning into the "screen police." Get simple, sanity-saving strategies that work for real families. What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why summer is the perfect time to build new screen routines ✅ Easy indoor and outdoor activities that don’t require planning ✅ How to sneak in learning without it feeling like school ✅ Creative ways to use screen time intentionally (yes, even educational apps!) ✅ How to stop the “I’m bored + tablet = meltdown” cycle ✅ Tips for reducing screen guilt and increasing real-life connection

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Motherhood doesn’t have to feel like survival mode. Let’s help you thrive.

The kids are home. The routines are gone. And you’re just trying to survive until bedtime. Let’s make summer work for you, not the other way around.

If you're drowning in the mess of snacks, schedules (or lack of), and endless “I’m bored!” complaints, this episode is for YOU.

🎧 In this week’s episode of Mom Life Uncomplicated, Natalie McCabe shares 5 real-life strategies to organize your summer with kids. Here’s What We Cover:

• The Flexible Frame Method
• The Boredom Buster System
• The 15-Minute Reset
• Energy Management > Time Management
• Permission to not be perfect

You don’t need to plan every second of summer. You just need rhythms that reduce stress, support your kids, and give YOU some breathing room. Connect with other moms who want more peace and less pressure. Go to https://www.nataliemccabe.com/ and click the Community tab on the website to join for free. Book a free 30-minute coaching call with Natalie to reduce your mental load and build a summer routine that works for YOUR family. https://linktr.ee/nataliemccabe

Are you hearing “I’m hungry!” every 10 minutes this summer?

Tired of scrambling to figure out lunch, snacks, and dinner — all while trying to enjoy the season? Good news: you don’t need to cook gourmet meals or lose your mind to feed your family well this summer.

In this episode, Natalie shares 5 game-changing summer meal strategies that keep kids fed, moms sane, and routines realistic. If you’re craving less chaos and more calm in your kitchen, this is for you. Here’s What We Cover:

• The “Same but Different” formula for easier planning
• How to build a kid-friendly snack station that teaches balance
• The Prep-Ahead Power Hour that saves your week
• Why embracing “good enough” meals is essential for summer sanity
• How to match your meals to your activity calendar
• Getting kids involved in real meal prep

Want a summer that runs smoother and feeds your family without daily chaos? This episode is your meal-planning reset.

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Are ADHD meltdowns draining the joy from your days? Do routines constantly fall apart, no matter how hard you try?

You’re not failing — your child’s brain is wired differently. This episode can help.

In this episode of Mom Life Uncomplicated, I’m back with ADHD coach and counselor Kristina Manning for Part 2 of our series. We’re diving deeper into practical strategies to support your child’s ADHD brain — without yelling, bribing, or burning yourself out.

Kristina shares tools that actually work at home and in the classroom, plus how parents can take care of themselves while raising neurodiverse kids.

🧠 Here’s What We Cover:

• The 3 R’s approach: Regulate, Relate, Reason (in that order!)

• Why your calm comes first — and how to get it

• Tools that help your child calm down (wall pushes, calm corners, sensory kits, and more)

• How to find what works for your unique child through observation

• Creating effective routines for mornings, after school, and homework

• How to adjust communication to ADHD brains

• The power of visual timers, checklists, and reward-specific praise

• What to say instead of yelling

• Being the squeaky wheel at school — how to advocate without burning bridges

• Building consistency, connection, and compassion into everyday parenting

Your child’s struggles aren’t your fault. ADHD requires a different parenting lens — one that blends structure, empathy, and strategy. This episode shows you how to support your child and yourself with tools that bring more calm and connection to your home. Connect with other moms navigating ADHD and get support from experts like Kristina. Visit https://nataliemccabe.com → Click the Community tab. Book a free 30-minute coaching call with Natalie: https://linktr.ee/nataliemccabe

Is your child constantly forgetting things, melting down after school, or bouncing between tasks? Are you exhausted from trying to figure out what’s behavior... and what’s something deeper? Wondering if your child’s struggles could be ADHD? In this episode of Mom Life Uncomplicated, I’m joined by parenting coach and ADHD expert Kristina Manning. We break down what ADHD really looks like in kids, how it’s often misunderstood, and what families can do to bring more calm and connection to the home. Kristina shares her experience as a mom of three, including two children with ADHD, and offers practical tools for parents navigating this challenging but very common diagnosis.

🧠 Here’s What We Cover:

• What ADHD is (and what it’s not)

• Why ADHD often shows up differently in girls

• How executive function affects focus, emotion, and behavior

• What a “Ferrari brain with bicycle brakes” really means

• The difference between inattentive vs hyperactive ADHD

• How to create a routine that helps kids feel safe and succeed

• Why some kids seem “fine” at school but fall apart at home

• How to shift from correction to connection in your parenting

• Support for moms who feel overwhelmed or isolated

When you understand how ADHD works in the brain, you stop blaming yourself—or your child. This episode helps you move from reacting to responding with calm, clarity, and confidence. You don’t need to do this alone. And there are simple tools that make a big difference. Join the Community Meet other moms navigating ADHD and parenting challenges. Download free resources and connect at https://nataliemccabe.com → Click the Community tab. Book a 1-on-1 coaching session and let’s build your child’s support plan together. Go to https://linktr.ee/nataliemccabe