What’s the real difference between discipline and punishment — and why does it matter so much for your child’s behaviour, self-esteem, and relationship with you?

In this episode, we explore the psychology behind discipline vs punishment, and why connection-based approaches lead to long-term behaviour change. You’ll learn:

• Why punishment (including naughty steps, time-outs, and forced apologies) can damage trust and fuel resentment.

• How natural consequences and logical consequences help children take responsibility for their actions.

• The power of time-ins and genuine discussions to build empathy and problem-solving skills.

• How exclusion in moments of mistake affects a child’s emotional development.

Packed with practical examples and backed by child development research, this episode will help you move away from fear-based control and towards guidance that actually works — without damaging your connection.

Perfect for parents, carers, teachers, and home educators who want to raise thoughtful, confident, and compassionate kids.

Ever had one of those days where the noise, the mess, and the constant questions feel like too much? Me too.

In this episode, I’m sharing the real-life tools I use to reset when I’m overwhelmed — the kind of things that help me stay regulated (or come back to calm) when I’m on the edge.

From asking my kids for a hug, to splashing water on my face, to pretending I have a phone call just so I can breathe — this is gentle parenting in the real world.

I’ll also talk about how I handle those moments with younger children, how I buy myself time when I’m not ready to respond, and why you don’t have to be perfectly calm to be a good parent.

Plus, I’ll share how repair matters more than perfection — and how we can all parent more gently, even when we’re not feeling our best.

If you’ve ever whispered “I’m going to lose it” under your breath… this one’s for you.

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In this very first episode, we’re cutting through the Instagram buzzwords and diving into what gentle parenting actually means. Is it just being soft? Letting kids run wild? Or is it something much deeper? I’ll share what gentle parenting looks like in real life—tantrums, boundaries, messy emotions and all—and how it can transform the way we connect with our children. Whether you're brand new to this approach or trying to get back to your core values, this episode will ground you in the heart of what it means to parent with empathy, respect, and intention.

Welcome to The Gentle Parenting Path Podcast — a space for parents and caregivers who are raising kind, emotionally secure humans while breaking cycles, reparenting themselves, and figuring it out as they go.

In this short intro episode, I’m sharing:
🌿 What gentle parenting really means
🌿 Why I created this podcast
🌿 Who it’s for (hint: it’s you)
🌿 What to expect in future episodes

Whether you’re brand new to gentle parenting or you’ve been walking this path a while, I hope this space feels like a deep breath and a warm reminder that you are not failing—you’re just finding a new way forward.

Let’s walk it together.

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