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Join Kim West, also known as the Sleep Lady, as she breaks down your top parenting concerns and gives her gentle take. Not only does Kim believe that you can successfully sleep train your child without leaving them to cry it out alone, but she also teaches shame free parenting. Most importantly, she knows that even in our imperfection as parents, it is possible to raise resilient, compassionate, and confident children. Grab a coffee or a glass of wine, throw in your ear pods, and join us!
- 61 - Does Your Marriage Need More Magic? Relationship Advice with Gaby Sundra
Welcome to the season 3 finale of The Gentle Parenting Show! In this episode we’re joined by Gaby Sundra, who will share practical relationship advice that can help transform your marriage if you feel like lately you and your partner have become more like roommates.
Gaby has 25 years of coaching experience and, along with her husband, she founded For Better Love, where they strive to inspire others to cultivate a couple culture of "aiming for awesome".
One of the most challenging stages in a marriage can be when you’re raising your kids, because finding the time (and energy) for intimacy and connection can be difficult. While this is completely normal, thinking “oh, we’re fine” can become a slippery slope over time.
Learn how to:
Step 1: Admit It and Take action
Step 2: Identify The Problem
Step 3: Get Clear on How You Want It To Be
Step 4: Understand Your Unsatisfactory “Solutions”
Step 5: Select Solutions That REALLY Satisfy
Step 6: Set Yourself Up for Success
Quotes we love!
“It’s not you, it’s not your beloved, it's not your relationship. It’s the very nature of how difficult life and families can be”.
More about Gaby Sundra
Connect with Gaby on Facebook or Instagram. You can also learn more about her work in For Better Love on her website.
Tue, 20 Jun 2023 - 52min - 60 - The Benefits of Pediatric Acupuncture with Robin Green
On today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show Kim is joined by Robin Green to discuss pediatric acupuncture and its benefits.
Robin is an acupuncturist, author, speaker and educator. Through her work, she helps families get to the root causes of eczema, allergies, asthma and other health issues, so they can find relief.
If you’re a little skeptical about the idea of using needles to treat kids, you should know that there are many ways to stimulate the acupuncture points without using needles at all!
Join us as we learn:
- Is acupuncture safe for children?
- How does it work?
- What are the alternatives to needles?
- What are some health issues it can help with?
More about Robin Green:
Connect with Robin Green on her website and her Instagram.
Tue, 06 Jun 2023 - 29min - 59 - Clean Living: Tips for a Healthier Home with Becky Wells
On today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show we welcome Becky Wells. She is a functional nutritional therapy practitioner, a clean living educator, and the founder of The Hippie Moms podcast and social media community.
Although it may seem like an overwhelming task, every little change matters, and living holistically can bring long term benefits for you and your family.
Join Kim and Becky as they discuss easy tips for getting started, how to find healthy alternatives to common household items. They also go through some recommendations to help yourself grace in the process of this lifestyle change.
Quotes we love:
“The here and the now is when life happens. We don’t want to miss it, especially with our children”.
More about Becky Wells:
Connect with Becky Wells on her website, Facebook and Instagram.
Tue, 23 May 2023 - 34min - 58 - Beyond Kegels: Strengthening Your Pelvic Floor with Jana Danielson
On today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show Kim is joined by Jana Danielson. She is an award-winning wellness entrepreneur and the creator of the Cooch Ball, the world’s first patented pelvic floor fitness tool for women.
She developed the Cooch Ball after being frustrated that so many women didn’t feel they had a safe space to address their pelvic floor issues.
Unfortunately, talking about pelvic floor health is still a subject that can cause feelings of shame. Especially since women have been constantly told that this is just part of motherhood and getting older, and there is nothing to be done about it. But this is not the case at all!
In fact, you can be taught to strengthen your pelvic floor… and not just by doing kegels. Join Kim and Jana as they discuss some tips and debunk common myths about pelvic floor health.
Quotes we love:
“One of the key messages that came out of my pain journey was: the reconnection to self is necessary and beautiful”.
More about Jana Danielson
Connect with Jana Danielson on her website and her Instagram. You can get your very own Coochball here.
Tue, 09 May 2023 - 41min - 57 - Dealing with Your Own Sleep Problems Holistically with Dr. Farah Sultan
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show Kim talks to Dr. Farah Sultan. She is the founder of Vitalogy Wellness & Medical Spa, and the creator of The Mandala Method, a holistic medical approach designed to help people sleep better, regain energy and manage stress.
If you’re already familiar with Kim and her work, you probably know all about sleep coaching your kids, but what about your own sleep issues? How do you know if your difficulty going to and staying asleep restlessness needs to be addressed by a doctor?
Together, Kim and Dr. Sultan go through:
Common signs that your sleep needs to be addressed holistically The five pillars of good health Environmental factors that affect your sleep The Mandala Approach for improving your health and sleepQuotes we love:
“Sleep is almost like a vital sign, like when you check your pulse and blood pressure, it’s an overall sign that your health is working well for you”.
“Being expected to perform at a 100 percent with little to no sleep is really not possible”.
More about Dr. Farah Sultan:
Connect with Dr. Farah Sultan on her Instagram. You can also learn more about The Mandala Method or even get a personal consultation through her website.
Mon, 24 Apr 2023 - 30min - 56 - How to Be a Better Communicator in Stressful Times with Sam Horn
On today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is joined by Sam Horn. She is an award winning author and speaker known for her viral TEDx talks. She has worked as a communications consultant for companies such as NASA, National Geographic and many more.
Even though it’s wonderful to welcome a new baby into your family, this usually comes with some stressful moments that can cause a strain in your relationship with your partner. So, how can we improve the way we communicate with each other during difficult times?
Sam and Kim go through a list of words to avoid during arguments, and some suggestions that can help defuse family discussions and make your loved ones feel understood. They also talk about the importance of self care, especially when you’re focusing on raising children.
Quotes that we love:
“We all want to feel heard, understood and connected, especially in challenging times” and “You can transform your relationship even in the midst of having a newborn at home”.
More about Sam Horn:
If you liked this episode and want to learn more about this topic, connect with Sam Horn on her website and her Instagram. You can also check out her “Intrigue” TEDx Talk to learn more about her work as a speaker.
Wed, 12 Apr 2023 - 35min - 55 - Newborn Expert Series: Introducing Solids to Prevent Food Allergies with Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson
Today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show is the last episode that is part of our Newborn Expert Series. Kim is joined by Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson. She’s a pediatrician, health communicator, and Chief Medical Officer for SpoonfulONE. She is known for championing prevention of food allergies in children through early dietary introduction.
Kim and Dr. Swanson talk about the positive effects that feeding common allergens to your baby can have when it comes to shaping their ability to tolerate all kinds of foods.
They also discuss:
- The importance of food diversity
- The benefits of early introduction
- How to know if your baby is ready to start?
- Hereditary factors and other concerns
Quotes we love: “Everytime we add different food groups to our baby’s diet in early life, and keep them in, we’re designing our baby’s immune system to be tolerant of it for the rest of their lives” and “you should be able to feed your baby the world, and then the baby can travel the world later on and eat anything they want”.
More about Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson:
If you liked this episode and want to learn more, connect with Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson on SpoonfulONE’s website or her Instagram.
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Is there a way to protect our children from food allergies? Dr. Swanson explains how diet diversity at an early age can help their immune system. Join us for this episode!
Tue, 28 Mar 2023 - 42min - 54 - Newborn Expert Series: Revisiting "Naturally Healing Eczema for Life with Dr. Ana-Maria Temple"
Over the course of the next 10 podcast episodes we will be revisiting some of our favorite podcast episodes on newborns in honor of those that have contributed to Kim's upcoming book on newborn sleep launching March 21st. Its available for pre-order here.
In today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim interviews Dr. Ana-Maria Temple. Dr. Temple is a holistic pediatrician, best-selling author, mother of 3, and award-winning speaker. She has appeared on over 100 TV News and Podcast segments. During her 22 year career, she has treated over 36,000 patients. Her passion is to inspire, educate and empower parents to revamp their family’s health to prevent children from developing chronic disease.
Today, Kim and Dr. Temple talk about naturally preventing and healing eczema. They discuss:
What eczema is
Typical causes of eczema
Misconceptions when healing eczema
Healing the gut to heal eczema
Helping kids without medication
Natural remedies for pain
Our favorite quotes for the episode are “eczema isn’t a skin issue, it’s a gut issue” and “healing is giving the body the right tools and the body fixes the problem” and “be better today than you were yesterday.”
Connect with Dr. Temple
Follow along on Dr. Temple’s Instagram where she shares daily insights and tips to help your family live more holistically. Look out for her new book “Healthy Kids in an Unhealthy World” coming out on January 14th, wherever books are sold.
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Today Kim interviews Dr. Ana-Maria Temple, a holistic pediatrician, best-selling author, and mother of 3. They talk about naturally preventing and healing eczema. They discuss:
What eczema is
Typical causes of eczema
Healing the gut to heal eczema
Our favorite quote: “eczema isn’t a skin issue, it’s a gut issue” and “healing is giving the body the right tools and the body fixes the problem.”
Connect with Dr. Temple
Follow along on Dr. Temple’s Instagram where she shares daily insights and tips.
Tue, 14 Mar 2023 - 38min - 53 - Newborn Expert Series: Revisiting "Why Meditation and Mindfulness Matters for Kids with Emily Fletcher"
Over the course of the next 10 podcast episodes we will be revisiting some of our favorite podcast episodes on newborns in honor of those that have contributed to Kim's upcoming book on newborn sleep launching March 21st. Its available for pre-order here.
In today’s episode, we interview Emily Fletcher, founder of zivaKIDS, bestselling author and meditation expert. Emily has taught over 40,000 individuals the power of meditation including NBA players and Grammy winning artists. Together, Kim and Emily discuss why meditation matters for kids and parents - and how we can help our kids work through their emotions in a healthy way.
Emily introduces us to “Z Bunny”, her partner in helping kids learn meditation, and gives us practical tips and some very big “why’s” to helping kids practice mindfulness and meditation. Emily discusses:
why meditation is beneficial to parents
how we can use meditation to become happier and more intuitive examples to our children
how to change any preconceived notions you had about meditation and mindfulness
Kim and Emily use their expert knowledge in both sleep and meditation to explain the connection between the two in both kids and adults. Kim also shares some real-life examples of putting Emily’s tips into practice in her own life and business. Connect with Emily and explore her courses at ZivaMeditation.com or through her Instagram or Facebook page.
Our favorite quote from the episode:
“I've had a lot of parents who have come to me and said, I am an anxious adult, and an anxious parent. I see my child being anxious and I don't really know how to help them, because I never got any help. This is a beautiful program and ZIVA kids can help not only the child, but the parent too, so that you can begin to shift together.”
Today’s episode was brought to you by Kim West’s sleep training course, Gentle Sleep Solutions. Use code PODCAST10 for $10 off the course.
Thu, 09 Mar 2023 - 38min - 52 - Newborn Expert Series: Revisiting "Do You Have Baby Blues or Postpartum Depression? Questions to Ask Yourself with Dr. Shosh Bennett”
Over the course of the next 10 podcast episodes we will be revisiting some of our favorite podcast episodes on newborns in honor of those that have contributed to Kim's upcoming book on newborn sleep launching March 21st. Its available for pre-order here.
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim sits down with her longtime friend and colleague, Dr. Shoshana Bennett. Dr. Shosh, a clinical psychologist, is an expert on prenatal and postpartum depression and related mood and anxiety disorders. She is the author of the best-selling book “Postpartum Depression for Dummies.” Kim and Dr. Shosh discuss the difference between baby blues and postpartum depression with things to ask yourself and symptoms to look for. They cover:
Differences Between Postpartum Depression and Baby Blues
Questions to Ask Yourself with Postpartum Depression
Can Fathers or Adoptive Parents Experience Postpartum Depression?
Shame Around Postpartum Depression and Mental Health
What to Do if You Have Postpartum Depression
Critical Components of Postpartum Care
Sleep and Healing and Preventing Postpartum Depression
Our favorite quotes from this episode are “(postpartum depression) is not a character weakness, this is not a flaw of some kind, and it’s not anybody’s fault. We are so quick to blame ourselves and it’s not fair.” and “taking care of yourself isn’t just a nice thing to do for your kids, it’s essential to their well-being for you to be ok. The most responsible thing you can possibly do is get help.”
Connect and Work with Dr. Shosh
Dr. Shosh is able to see patients virtually. To connect or work with her, visit her website where she has resources and consultation options for dealing with postpartum depression and anxiety.
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Kim sits down with longtime friend and colleague, Dr. Shoshana Bennett, a clinical psychologist, They cover:
Differences Between Postpartum Depression and Baby Blues
Questions to Ask Yourself with Postpartum Depression
Sleep with Healing + Preventing Postpartum Depression
Our favorite quote: “postpartum depression is not a character weakness, this is not a flaw of some kind, and it’s not anybody’s fault.”
Connect and Work with Dr. Shosh
Dr. Shosh is able to see patients virtually. Visit her website for resources.
Tue, 28 Feb 2023 - 38min - 51 - Newborn Expert Series: Revisiting "Bridge the Gap Between Traditional and Holistic Pediatric Care with Dr. Elisa Song"
Over the course of the next 10 podcast episodes we will be revisiting some of our favorite podcast episodes on newborns in honor of those that have contributed to Kim's upcoming book on newborn sleep launching March 21st. Its available for pre-order here.
We are so excited for today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show with Dr. Elisa Song, MD. Dr. Song is an integrative pediatrician, pediatric functional medicine expert, and mother. She’s helped 1000s of kids get to the root causes of their health concerns and has helped parents understand how to help their children thrive - body, mind, and spirit - by integrating conventional pediatrics with functional medicine, homeopathy, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and essential oils.
Kim and Dr. Song talk about medication, holistic methods, and the most important things to do to care for the whole family’s health. They discuss:
Holistic gut health for newborns
How to handle antibiotics for newborns
Reflux causes and holistic remedies
What probiotics to use for gut health
Our favorite quotes are “there is a time and place for everything. We want to make the best of all worlds and take that evidence-based approach.” and “despite our best efforts, babies will sometimes still need medicine, and I never want any mom to feel like that’s a failure on her part. It is what it is, we do our best, and medications are still needed.”
Connect with Dr. Song
Read her blog posts and shop her supplements on her website. Connect for daily tips on Instagram and Facebook.
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Today’s Gentle Parenting Show guest is Dr. Elisa Song, MD. Dr. Song is an integrative pediatrician, pediatric functional medicine expert, and mother. Kim and Dr. Song talk about medication, holistic methods, and the most important things to do to care for the whole family’s health.
Our favorite quote: “there is a time and place for everything. We want to make the best of all worlds and take that evidence-based approach.”
Connect with Dr. Song
Connect to her website, Instagram and Facebook.
Tue, 21 Feb 2023 - 37min - 50 - Newborn Expert Series: Revisiting "Could You Use More Happiness? Practicing Joy with Radha Agrawal"
Over the course of the next 10 podcast episodes we will be revisiting some of our favorite podcast episodes on newborns in honor of those that have contributed to Kim's upcoming book on newborn sleep launching March 21st. Its available for pre-order here.
In today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim sits down with Radha Agrawal. Radha is an entrepreneur and co-Founder, CEO, and Chief Community Architect of Daybreaker, the global morning dance, music, and wellness movement. As a mother herself, Radha is passionate about practicing joy, finding community, and being present in motherhood. In this episode they’ll discuss:
What a Joy Practice Is
How to Practice Joy in Parenthood
Finding a Community to Practice Joy With
Practicing Joy with Daybreaker
Our favorite quotes from this episode are “the more joyful we are as parents, the more our children feel that” and “you can’t experience joy without belonging and community.”
Connect with Radha
To learn more about Radha, head to her website. Participate in Daybreaker programs by learning more on their website (and using code KIMWEST for 2-months free!). Follow along with Radha on Instagram for daily inspiration.
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In today’s episode, Kim sits down with Radha Agrawal. Radha is the CEO, of Daybreaker, the global morning dance, music, and wellness movement. In this episode they discuss:
What a Joy Practice Is
How to Practice Joy in Parenthood
Finding a Community to Practice Joy With
Our favorite quotes: “the more joyful we are as parents, the more our children feel that” and “you can’t experience joy without belonging and community.”
Connect with Radha
Connect on her website and participate in Daybreaker programs HERE.
Tue, 14 Feb 2023 - 39min - 49 - Newborn Expert Series: Revisiting "New Ways Parents Can Find a Village for Support and Well-Being with Amanda Gorman"
Over the course of the next 10 podcast episodes we will be revisiting some of our favorite podcast episodes on newborns in honor of those that have contributed to Kim's upcoming book on newborn sleep launching March 21st. Its available for pre-order here.
In today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is joined by Amanda Gorman. Amanda is a wife, mother of two, and the host of the “Finding Your Village” podcast. She is also a childbirth educator and is passionate about birth, postpartum, and parent mental health. Kim and Amanda discuss how to find your village as a parent, and how a village is more than just people around you. They discuss:
What it means to find a village Finding a village through pregnancy and birth Using a village in parenting How a village support the mental health of the familyPlus, you won’t want to miss Amanda sharing her life-changing “cheat-sheet” idea when it comes to self-care and mentally recharging. Our favorite quotes from the episode were “birth and the intro into parenting is all about figuring out what to do when you don’t know what to do.” and “you can create a village not by people who are by you, but you can also add to your village by information and resources that are out there.”
Connect with Amanda
Listen to Amanda’s podcast “Finding Your Village” and connect with her on Instagram and Facebook for resources and tips to creating connections in parenting.
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Kim is joined by Amanda Gorman a wife, mother of two, and the host of the “Finding Your Village” podcast. They discuss how to find your village, and how it is more than just people. You won’t want to miss Amanda sharing her life-changing “cheat-sheet” idea.
Our favorite quote: “birth and the intro into parenting is all about figuring out what to do when you don’t know what to do.”
Connect with Amanda
Listen to Amanda’s podcast “Finding Your Village” and connect with her on Instagram and Facebook.
Tue, 07 Feb 2023 - 36min - 48 - Newborn Expert Series: Revisiting "How to Move Past the Myths of Motherhood with Dr. Shoshana Bennett"
Over the course of the next 10 podcast episodes we will be revisiting some of our favorite podcast episodes on newborns in honor of those that have contributed to Kim's upcoming book on newborn sleep launching March 21st. Its available for pre-order here.
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim sits down with her longtime friend and colleague, Dr. Shoshana Bennett. Dr. Shosh, a clinical psychologist, is an expert on prenatal and postpartum depression and related mood and anxiety disorders.
Kim and Dr. Shosh discuss the myths that can paralyze motherhood and deeply affect a mother’s mental health. Having myths and fantasies around what parenthood should be, or what kind of parent someone should be, can create problems that don’t even need to exist. Many women are facing postpartum depression due to myths and fantasies about motherhood. Throughout the episode, Kim and Dr. Shosh discuss different myths that are damaging in motherhood. The myths they discuss:
Myths in Pregnancy and Labor Myths with a New Baby Myths About a Parent’s Self Care and Resilience Myths in Marriage and PartnershipOur favorite quotes from the episode are “Whatever unfolds, you’ll have the resources to handle it. Don’t think of anything as ‘bad’ or you are ‘bad’” and “our worth as a parent does not change one bit based on the behavior of your child”
Connect With Dr. Shosh
Connect with Dr. Shosh on her website where she has resources and consultation options for dealing with postpartum depression and anxiety.
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In today’s episode, Kim sits down with friend and colleague, Dr. Shoshana Bennett, a clinical psychologist. They discuss the myths that can paralyze motherhood and deeply affect a mother’s mental health. Many women are facing postpartum depression due to myths and fantasies about motherhood
Our favorite quote from the episode: “our worth as a parent does not change one bit based on the behavior of your child”
Connect With Dr. Shosh
Connect with Dr. Shosh on her website.
Tue, 31 Jan 2023 - 42min - 47 - Newborn Expert Series: Revisiting "Calming and Understanding a Baby with Colic with Dr. Maryanne Tranter"
Over the course of the next 10 podcast episodes we will be revisiting some of our favorite podcast episodes on newborns in honor of those that have contributed to Kim's upcoming book on newborn sleep launching March 21st. Its available for pre-order here.
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim spoke with Dr. Maryanne Tranter, an expert pediatric nurse practitioner, researcher, and parent mentor. Dr. Tranter is the founder of The Healthy Child Concierge where she helps parents with their anxieties and worries for their children and works to resolve them. She has 25 years of experience in caring for families and also teaches nursing students, trains staff in pediatric offices and has executed hospital-wide staff education. Today, Kim and Dr. Tranter discuss colic and reflux (Dr. Tranter’s speciality) and what those terms actually mean, and how you can find comfort and peace while your child is suffering with colic.
Dr. Maryanne Tranter covers a lot of information with colic, specifically:
What exactly colic is (this might surprise you!) Soothing techniques for calming colic 3 common causes of colic (and what to do about them) When to get help as a parent dealing with colicOur favorite quote from this episode with Dr. Tranter was “you are not alone, there are people that want to support you, to get to the bottom of this, there are other parents going through this as well.” and “using these tools to decrease crying, to give babies rest and peace, to give parents rest and peace, while you’re working through getting to the root of the problem, these all can work together to help soothe the baby and you.”
Connect with Dr. Tranter
If you liked hearing from Dr. Tranter, there’s many ways to connect. Check out her website for many resources about colic and the newborn stage, or connect with her on Instagram or Facebook. Download her free handout about resources to calm your colic-y baby here.
Tue, 24 Jan 2023 - 38min - 46 - Newborn Expert Series: Revisiting "3 Step Method to Calm Parenting with Alison Escalante"
Over the course of the next 10 podcast episodes we will be revisiting some of our favorite podcast episodes on newborns in honor of those that have contributed to Kim's upcoming book on newborn sleep launching March 21st. Its available for pre-order here. In this episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim sat down with Alison Escalante, MD. Alison is a Pediatrician, speaker, writer, mother and TEDx speaker. She has reached hundreds of thousands of parents with her TEDx talk “The Should Storm” (watch HERE). Alison is an expert in calm parenting and shares her mistakes, lessons and ideas through her parenting journey at ShouldStorm.com
Kim spoke with Alison about her 3-step method to help parents calmly raise their kids and ENJOY doing it. Alison was able to break down her 3-step method and discuss why the concept of “perfect parenting” is damaging to both kids and parents. We will break it down more in the episode but the 3-step method is:
Sigh See StartOur favorite quotes from this episode are “Kids don’t need perfect parents, they need messy human beings who love them like crazy” and “the most important information we have when working with our kids is never the expert advice, but we know and what we can learn about our children.”
More from Alison Escalante
If you loved this episode and want more, connect with Alison on her website, Facebook and Instagram. Plus, try out here FREE parenting email course by signing up here.
Tue, 17 Jan 2023 - 44min - 45 - Building Resiliency in Anxious Children with Mary Wilde
On today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is joined by Dr. Mary Wilde. Mary is an integrative pediatrician and owner of Imagine Pediatrics Behavioral Health and Wellness. She uses a strength-based, whole-child approach to address emotional and behavioral issues in kids. Her main focus areas are anxiety, ADHD, and parenting. Today, Kim and Mary discuss:
What Is Resiliency? Common Signs of Anxiety Strategies for Resiliency The Foundations of Anxiety and ResiliencyOur favorite quotes from the episode are “we think of resiliency as something you or your children have or don’t have when really it’s something that can be learned and it’s something that’s not fixed in certain situations.” and “it’s not about erasing anxiety from your life, it’s about knowing when anxiety comes, you will be ready.”
Mary’s Resiliency School
Mary offers a few resiliency coaching programs for both children and adults. She has intensive programs that are in-depth with personal coaching and more self-paced programs. She points out that as parents, we invest a lot in the best camps, teachers, and programs for our kids. But, if kids don’t even have emotional intelligence, they can’t reach their full potential with these things. Investing in something like resiliency will pay off in leaps and bounds for your children.
Mary also has a FREE quarterly workshop called “Parenting Anxious Kids” that you can sign up for HERE. See all of her course information on her website, Instagram or Facebook.
Wed, 28 Dec 2022 - 32min - 44 - Sleep Strategies for Sensory Sensitive Children with Lindsey Biel
On today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is joined by Lindsey Biel. Lindsey is an occupational therapist who works at a New York-based pediatrician’s office and has been practicing for 23 years. She specializes in sensory processing issues and optimizing learning for sensory-sensitive kids. Today Kim and Lindsey combine their two specialties, sleep, and sensory processing, to share tips and tricks to get these sensory-sensitive children to sleep. They will discuss:
What is Sensory Processing? Parenting a Sensory Sensitive Child Sensory Differences and How They Affect Sleep Sleep Strategies for Sensory Sensitive Children When Should a Child Go To An Occupational Therapist?Connect With Lindsey
If you have a sensory-sensitive child, Lindsey has many resources on her website and Facebook to help your family.
Mon, 12 Dec 2022 - 46min - 43 - Managing Expectations and Supporting Parents with LUMO
On today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is joined by Sarah Olin and Anna Conathan. Sarah is the founder and CEO of LUMO, and Anna is the co-founder, senior partner, and Chief Creative Officer of LUMO. LUMO's mission is to support women in their pursuit and creation of great lives. Today the three ladies will talk about managing expectations as parents, how to support working parents, and LUMO’s mission. They discuss:
Supporting Working Parents LUMO’s Mission and What They Offer Expectations as Parents Supporting Parents Through ParadoxesYou can get the FREE “Dangerous Expectations Worksheet” RIGHT HERE.
Our favorite quotes from the episode are: “If parents are seen, heard, supported, nurtured, loved and empowered, it’s going to change the world.” and “Expectations are dangerous. 99% of the time, they lead to upset, frustration, and disappointment.”
More From LUMO
If you want to learn more about LUMO’s mission, head to their website for free resources, and tools for working with LUMO. Follow along on social media, Instagram, and Facebook for daily inspiration, tips, and support.
Mon, 28 Nov 2022 - 42min - 42 - Debunking Montessori Myths with Jeanne-Marie Paynel
On today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is joined by Jeanne-Marie Paynel, M.Ed, a parenting mentor and home consultant. She is the host of The Art of Parenting podcast where she guides expectant parents, caregivers, and parents of young children to better prepare their home and themselves to thrive during the first six years of life. Today, Kim and Jeanne-Marie discuss Montessori principles, and how it relates to education and sleep. They’ll debunk Montessori Myths like:
Children Can Do Whatever They Want You Need to Create Special Activities at HomeThey also discuss what to look for in Montessori schooling and how to integrate Montessori at home.
Our favorite quotes from the episode are: “Montessori is about giving your children the tools and life skills to be good human beings ad to adapt to their time, place, and culture” and “there’s so much more joy and focus in Montessori because children are working on things they’re actually interested in.”
Connect More with Jeanne-Marie
Connect with Jeanne-Marie on her website or her podcast where she shares countless tips on Montessori-style living.
Mon, 14 Nov 2022 - 46min - 41 - How to Naturally Treat ADHD Symptoms in Our Children with Dana Kay
On today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is joined by Dana Kay - a Board-Certified Holistic Health and Nutrition Practitioner, and the CEO and founder of the ADHD Thrive Institute. This episode is a fascinating deep dive into how important gut health is to overall mental and physical health for both children and adults. Dana shares how under utilized gut healing is in treating ADHD and other illnesses.
Today Kim and Dana will discuss:
Dana’s Holistic Health Story Antibiotics and Gut Health Treating ADHD By Treating the Gut What to Do First in Treating ADHDOur favorite quote from the episode is “so often when a child receives a diagnosis, caregivers are not given the information they need on how food can help their children. These parents need to know there is hope!”
Connect with Dana
Learn more about Dana’s course HERE. Order Dana’s new book, “Thriving With ADHD” HERE.
Mon, 31 Oct 2022 - 33min - 40 - “3 Temperaments to Consider When Potty Training”
On today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is once again joined by Alexis Granelli - her co-creator of the Gentle Potty Course. Today Kim and Alexis address why they believe a child’s temperament is a huge factor in the success of potty training. They also address a parent’s temperament and how to avoid power struggles in potty coaching. Together they discuss 3 main temperaments that are outlined in the Gentle Potty Course:
Potty Training an Alert Child Potty Training an Adaptive Child Potty Training a Sensitive ChildThe Gentle Potty Method - Intuitive Toilet Learning
You can sign up for the Gentle Potty Course TODAY and be on the road to a happy and connected potty training experience.
Mon, 17 Oct 2022 - 10min - 39 - “The Issue With ‘Boot Camp’ Potty Training”
In today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is joined by Alexis Granelli - a certified Gentle Sleep Coach and Gentle Potty Coach. Kim and Alexis want to explain why the rigid, boot camp approach to potty training doesn’t work for every child or family. They cover how potty training is not just a one-size-fits-all approach, and offer a great solution to gently potty train your own child.
Kim and Alexis share their stories about boot camp potty training, and how it led them to create a more gentle approach. They share advice on preparing yourself (as a parent or caregiver) for potty training so you can empower your child through this milestone.
The Gentle Potty Method - Intuitive Toilet Learning
You can sign up for the Gentle Potty Course TODAY and be on the road to a happy and connected potty training experience.
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 - 13min - 38 - “Finally! A Gentle Approach to Potty Training”
Welcome back to season 3 of The Gentle Parenting Show with Kim West. This season we’ll have more great gentle parenting tips for you covering all topics from dealing with picky eaters, to sleep, to children with ADHD, and much more. One topic we’re so excited to introduce this season is potty training!
We kick off the season by talking about potty training and introducing Kim’s new course, the Gentle Potty Method - Intuitive Toilet Learning. Today, Kim is joined by course creators Brandi and Alexis to dive into all things potty training.
Our favorite quotes from the episode are: “what should have been a very exciting milestone had become a big power struggle.” and “we want parents to have choices, to be able to pick the right match for their family philosophies and values, and the right match for their child’s temperament and what they can follow through with consistently.”
The Gentle Potty Method - Intuitive Toilet Learning
You can sign up for the Gentle Potty Course TODAY and be on the road to a happy and connected potty training experience.
Mon, 03 Oct 2022 - 16min - 37 - Supporting Fathers to be Caregivers and Nurturers with Mike Thompson
On today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is joined by Mike Thompson. Mike is the founder of The Father Show Resource Program. He wants to discuss fatherhood and the importance of father’s in a child's life. He is a father, stepfather, and grandfather. He launched The Father Program in 2004 as a nonprofit organization. He created it so men wouldn’t have any excuse to not get the resources that they need to be a father. Together, Kim and Mike discuss:
Resources With the Father Program Mike’s Fatherhood Journey The Importance of Fatherhood Supporting Fathers Valuing FatherhoodOur favorite quotes from the episode are “nobody is promised tomorrow, don’t wait and spend as much time with your child as you can” and “men think they’re in this battle all alone, but whatever they may be going through, they’re not by themselves. Someone out there may be going through the same thing, been through it, or about to go through what you are.”
Connect With Mike
Find the resources discussed in this episode on Mike’s website, and get the information for his podcast.
Wed, 04 May 2022 - 39min - 36 - Tips for Calming and Connecting With Emotionally Intense Kids with Samantha Moe
On today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim sits with Samantha Moe. Samantha is a certified parent coach and speaker and has coached parents on how to help their children calm, connect and cooperate. She provides continuing education, advanced training, and parent coach certification for family service professionals who support intense kids and their families. Today, Samantha and Kim discuss working with an emotionally intense child. They’ll discuss:
What “Emotionally Intense Means” Mirror Neurons and Emotions Where to Start With Emotionally Intense Children Modeling Calmness for Our Kids The Three C’s for Emotionally Intense ChildrenOur favorite quotes from today’s episode are “in order to help a child connect and relate, their brain needs to feel calm and needs to feel safe.” and “calm body, calm voice, calm face.”
More Help From Samantha
Samantha offers classes and resources for parents and professionals. Her flagship course, Mad to Glad, is an 8-week course for parents. You can purchase the course, access free resources, and even sign up for 1:1 coaching on her website.
Wed, 20 Apr 2022 - 31min - 35 - The Secret to Successful Sleep Training
Today, Kim is solo on the show to talk about the biggest secret to sleep training success - consistency! No matter what sleep training method you choose (more on those methods HERE), consistency is the key to sleeping for you and your child. She will cover:
What Intermittent Reinforcement Has to Do With Sleep Training Intermittent Reinforcement With Different Sleep Training Styles 3 Examples of Negative Intermittent Reinforcement Reinforcing Successful Sleep TrainingOur favorite quote from this episode is “don’t even start sleep training until you’re 200% in and ready to follow through and be consistent with the whole process.”
Connect with Kim
Find out more about Kim’s sleep training method, the Sleep Lady Shuffle here, or in Kim’s book or her e-course, Gentle Sleep Solutions.
Wed, 06 Apr 2022 - 27min - 34 - How to Gently End Co-Sleeping With Your Baby
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is solo to discuss co-sleeping. In a previous podcast, she explained how to improve the quality of sleep for both parents and children while co-sleeping, but today she talks specifically about ending co-sleeping. In her thoughts today, she’ll outline steps to end co-sleeping with a baby and transitioning them to a crib on their own. Future episodes will include steps on ending co-sleeping with an older child and transitioning to a bed. Today, Kim covers:
Types of Co-Sleeping The First Step to End Co-Sleeping Night Weaning When You End Co-Sleeping The First Night of Independent SleepingOur favorite quote from the episode is “the faster you move in sleep coaching, the more crying there will be.”
Find out more about Kim’s sleep training method, the Sleep Lady Shuffle here, or in Kim’s book or her e-course, Gentle Sleep Solutions.
Tue, 22 Mar 2022 - 21min - 33 - Teaching Little Kids About Big Emotions with Nadine Levitt
In today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is joined by Nadine Levitt. Nadine is the leading Glocal Education Expert specializing in emotional intelligence, feelings, and inspiring the complete reimagination of the educational system. Nadine is revolutionizing the way children are educated through creativity, music, artistry, and entrepreneurship. Today Kim and Nadine talk about emotional toolkits to deal with big emotions that young children may have. The discuss:
How We Talk to Children About Big Emotions Breaking Down Big Feelings and Emotions Understanding the Stories Our Emotions Tell Us Teaching Emotional Intelligence with Big EmotionsOur favorite quotes from this episode are: “understanding your emotions are one thing, and your actions and thought patterns are something completely different.” and “all of life’s conflict comes from unmet expectations.”
Connect with Nadine
Connect with Nadine and her company, WURRLYedu on their website. Follow on Instagram for more tips from Nadine.
Wed, 09 Mar 2022 - 38min - 32 - Improving Sleep While Continuing to Co-Sleep
In today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting show, Kim gives a solo discussion all about co-sleeping. Around 60% of parents end up co-sleeping within the first year of their baby’s life (whether intentional or not). Sleep training, night weaning, and sleeping through the night can be difficult when co-sleeping, but Kim breaks down her tips with concrete examples for you to continue co-sleeping while getting the rest you and your family need. She will cover:
How to safely co-sleep Where to start with sleep training while co-sleeping Dream feeding while co-sleeping Early rising while co-sleeping Multiple night waking while co-sleepingOur favorite quote from the episode is: “whether you’re co-sleeping or not, your child still needs to learn the life skill of putting themselves to sleep independently.”
More Help With Co-Sleeping
Kim can’t possibly cover everything she needs to when it comes to co-sleeping. For more help, head to her blog for additional articles, or grab her book for a whole chapter on co-sleeping.
Tue, 01 Mar 2022 - 19min - 31 - How Can a Gentle Sleep Coach Help You? with Georgina Gonzalez
In today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is joined by one of her certified Gentle Sleep Coaches, Georgina Gonzalez. Georgina was saved by a Gentle Sleep Coach when her life turned really dark and sleep-deprived. She then became a Gentle Sleep Coach herself so she could give that same gift of sanity to other families. Today Kim and Georgina talk about:
How to Navigate the Trials of Parenthood Her Sleep Coaching Journey Fears with Hiring a Gentle Sleep Coach Using a Gentle Sleep Coach in All Areas of ParentingOur favorite quotes from the episode are: “I can’t explain how amazing, how incredible and how different it was for my son and us to work with a coach. It changed how I saw myself as a mother.” and “A coach will believe in you, even when you can’t believe in yourself.”
Connect with Georgina
You can work with Georgina as a Gentle Sleep Coach. Follower her on Instagram and Facebook for daily sleep and parenting tips.
Wed, 16 Feb 2022 - 37min - 30 - What the Parenting Books Get Wrong with Dr. Joel Gator
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting show, Kim is joined by Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh. He is a board-certified pediatrician in Los Angeles who specializes in parenting, wellness, and integrative medicine. Dr. Gator also hosts his own podcast, Raising Amazing. Today, Kim and Dr. Gator talk about what the parenting books get wrong and how to focus on preventive health for kids. They focus on:
Prevention vs. Treatment The SEEDS of Preventative Health Preventative Mental Health Measures Balancing parenting adviseOur favorite quotes for the episode include: “We should be spending just as much time, if not more time, talking about how we prevent disease and build a good foundation of health.” and “There is no one size fits all for anything in parenting.”
Connect with Dr. Gator
Dr. Gator is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to preventative health for kids. Head to his website for all his information and his Instagram for daily tips.
Tue, 08 Feb 2022 - 26min - 29 - Encouraging Calmness in Kids With Anxiety
On today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is joined by Luminara Serdar. Luminara is an autism recovery expert who helps parents discover and address the root causes of their child’s challenging behaviors so that a child can be calm, happy, develop to peer level, and gain independence. Today Kim and Luminara talk specifically about:
Effectively getting anxiety-causing toxins out of kids and Calming techniques for children Things you should do for your child with anxietyOur favorite quotes from the episode are “what we put in the body is what becomes the body.” and “shift out of negative and heavy behavior ask ‘what do I appreciate?”
Connect with Luminara
Learn more from Luminara and inquire about her services on her website. Follow along for daily tips and insights on her Instagram and Facebook.
Wed, 02 Feb 2022 - 30min - 28 - Prevent Picky Eating for Life
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is joined by Katie Kimball. Katie is a blogger, former teacher, and mom of 4 kids. She founded the Kids Cook Real Food eCourse, which was recommended by the Wall Street Journal as the best online cooking class for kids. She is passionate about helping families stay healthy without going crazy, and is on a mission to connect families around healthy food and teach every child in America to cook. In today’s episode, Kim and Katie talk about preventing picky eating in the early toddler years. They cover:
The 5 P’s of Picky Eating If Parenting Can Cause Picky Eating What to Do If Your Child Refuses Dinner Power Struggles in Picky EatingOur favorite quotes from the episode are “you would never let your child choose their bedtime, don’t let them choose their food.” and “understand your kid doesn’t have a problem with food, their senses are making it a struggle to interact with the world.”
Connect with Katie
Check out all of Katie’s courses and challenges on her website. Follow along on Instagram and Facebook for quick and easy everyday tips.
Tue, 25 Jan 2022 - 42min - 27 - Naturally Healing Eczema for Life with Dr. Ana-Maria Temple
In today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim interviews Dr. Ana-Maria Temple. Dr. Temple is a holistic pediatrician, best-selling author, mother of 3, and award-winning speaker. She has appeared on over 100 TV News and Podcast segments. During her 22 year career, she has treated over 36,000 patients. Her passion is to inspire, educate and empower parents to revamp their family’s health to prevent children from developing chronic disease. Today, Kim and Dr. Temple talk about naturally preventing and healing eczema. They discuss:
What eczema is Typical causes of eczema Misconceptions when healing eczema Healing the gut to heal eczema Helping kids without medication Natural remedies for painOur favorite quotes for the episode are “eczema isn’t a skin issue, it’s a gut issue” and “healing is giving the body the right tools and the body fixes the problem” and “be better today than you were yesterday.”
Connect with Dr. Temple
Follow along on Dr. Temple’s Instagram where she shares daily insights and tips to help your family live more holistically. Look out for her new book “Healthy Kids in an Unhealthy World” coming out on January 14th, wherever books are sold.
Tue, 11 Jan 2022 - 37min - 26 - Could You Use More Happiness? Practicing Joy with Radha Agrawal of Daybreaker
In today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim sits down with Radha Agrawal. Radha is an entrepreneur and co-Founder, CEO, and Chief Community Architect of Daybreaker, the global morning dance, music, and wellness movement. As a mother herself, Radha is passionate about practicing joy, finding community, and being present in motherhood. In this episode they’ll discuss:
What a Joy Practice Is How to Practice Joy in Parenthood Finding a Community to Practice Joy With Practicing Joy with DaybreakerOur favorite quotes from this episode are “the more joyful we are as parents, the more our children feel that” and “you can’t experience joy without belonging and community.”
Connect with Radha
To learn more about Radha, head to her website. Participate in Daybreaker programs by learning more on their website (and using code KIMWEST for 2-months free!). Follow along with Radha on Instagram for daily inspiration.
Tue, 04 Jan 2022 - 39min - 25 - Embracing and Empowering Your Strong-Willed Child
In today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim sits down with Randi Rubenstein. Randi is the founder of Mastermind Parenting, host of the Mastermind Parenting Podcast, and author of The Parent Gap. Her mission is that every human deserves to have a family that gets along and no one should ever feel like the problem child. Today Kim and Randi talk about:
Raising Cooperative Children
Finding Time to Parent a Strong-Willed Child Attention and Strong-Willed Children Setting Boundaries With a Strong-Willed Child Are Boundaries Too Strict?Our favorite quotes from this episode are “children actually do better when we’re imperfect, as long as they see us figure out how to repair whatever mistake we made.” and “providing structure is actually really respectful of your kids because you get to have more fun.”
A Free Gift From Randi
Randi put together a 3-day program to help go from angry to aligned when parenting a strong-willed child. This program is usually for sale on her website, but she is giving it to our listeners for free right HERE.
Connect With Randi
Head to Randi’s website where you can find out more about her programs, coaching, and podcast. Follow along on Instagram and Facebook.
Wed, 08 Dec 2021 - 55min - 24 - How To Combat Parental Stress for Yourself and Your Kids
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim talked with one of her own personal doctors, Dr. Erin Kinney. Dr. Kinney specializes in parental stress and is a Naturopathic Doctor who helps patients improve their mood, balance their hormones and increase their energy. Today, Dr. Kinney and Kim are covering:
What Happens to a Body During Parental Stress What to Do When You Face Parental Stress Doctor Recommendations for Stress How Parental Stress Affects Babies and Children How to Create a Calm MindOur favorite quotes from the episode are “what we should be do going for our baby’s brains is creating a very low, non-stimuli environment that will be not only good for our baby, but good for us.” and “supporting your baby in a relaxed state means you’ll get a better response from your baby”.
Connect with Dr. Kinney
Find out more about calming your mind and reducing stress on her website. Connect on Instagram and Facebook.
Tue, 30 Nov 2021 - 33min - 23 - The 5 Keys to Wellness for Kids
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim welcomes Dr. Brian Stenzler. Dr. Stenzler is the best-selling author of D.R.E.A.M Wellness: The 5 Keys to Raising Kids for a Lifetime of Physical and Mental Health. Together, he and Kim discuss what D.R.E.A.M stands for and 5 key things to help raise our kids to be healthy and well. They will cover:
Diet, relaxation, and exercise for kids Mental health and wellness for kids What a DREAM Score is Screen time and wellness for kids Chiropractic adjustments for kidsOur favorite quotes from this episode are “create a lifestyle that helps you put on armor, so when junk comes at you, you’re doing just fine.” and “when you live a life of mental wellness, you’ll have more mental health. Wellness is the process of creating health.”
Connect with Dr. Brian Stenzler.
Get your DREAM score, a copy of Dr. Stenzler’s book, and all of his free resources on his website. Connect on Facebook and Instagram.
Tue, 23 Nov 2021 - 38min - 22 - Do You Have Baby Blues or Postpartum Depression? Questions to Ask Yourself
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim sits down with her longtime friend and colleague, Dr. Shoshana Bennett. Dr. Shosh, a clinical psychologist, is an expert on prenatal and postpartum depression and related mood and anxiety disorders. She is the author of the best-selling book “Postpartum Depression for Dummies.” Kim and Dr. Shosh discuss the difference between baby blues and postpartum depression with things to ask yourself and symptoms to look for. They cover:
Differences Between Postpartum Depression and Baby Blues Questions to Ask Yourself with Postpartum Depression Can Fathers or Adoptive Parents Experience Postpartum Depression? Shame Around Postpartum Depression and Mental Health What to Do if You Have Postpartum Depression Critical Components of Postpartum Care Sleep and Healing and Preventing Postpartum DepressionOur favorite quotes from this episode are “(postpartum depression) is not a character weakness, this is not a flaw of some kind, and it’s not anybody’s fault. We are so quick to blame ourselves and it’s not fair.” and “taking care of yourself isn’t just a nice thing to do for your kids, it’s essential to their well-being for you to be ok. The most responsible thing you can possibly do is get help.”
Connect and Work with Dr. Shosh
Dr. Shosh is able to see patients virtually. To connect or work with her, visit her website where she has resources and consultation options for dealing with postpartum depression and anxiety.
Mon, 15 Nov 2021 - 38min - 21 - Find Sleep and Peace as a Special Needs Parent
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim welcomed back gentle sleep coach Katie Holloran. She co-authored a book with Kim West titled The Good Night Sleep Tight Workbook for Children with Special Needs in 2019. Her passion is helping families understand the foundations of a supportive sleep environment and then applying that to their specific dynamic. Today, Kim and Katie talk about sleep training for special needs kid, especially as they get older, and how it is never too late to learn. They discuss:
Sleep Training Neuro-typical vs. Noneuro-Typical Children
Finding Hope as a Special Needs Parent Using Your Child’s Team For Support Bedtime Routine Tips for Special Needs Children Getting Your Special Needs Child to Fall AsleepOur favorite quotes from today’s episode are “never think it’s too late to work on sleep. It never is. You can absolutely make gains and teach skills no matter what.” and “there’s a balance of supporting your child in a new place, but also making progress towards that goal of learning a skill.”
Connect with Katie
If you want to hear more from Katie, connect with her on her website, Instagram or Facebook.
Mon, 08 Nov 2021 - 44min - 20 - Bridge the Gap Between Traditional and Holistic Pediatric Care
We are so excited for today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show with Dr. Elisa Song, MD. Dr. Song is an integrative pediatrician, pediatric functional medicine expert, and mother. She’s helped 1000s of kids get to the root causes of their health concerns and has helped parents understand how to help their children thrive - body, mind, and spirit - by integrating conventional pediatrics with functional medicine, homeopathy, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and essential oils.
Kim and Dr. Song talk about medication, holistic methods, and the most important things to do to care for the whole family’s health. They discuss:
Holistic gut health for newborns How to handle antibiotics for newborns Reflux causes and holistic remedies What probiotics to use for gut healthOur favorite quotes are “there is a time and place for everything. We want to make the best of all worlds and take that evidence-based approach.” and “despite our best efforts, babies will sometimes still need medicine, and I never want any mom to feel like that’s a failure on her part. It is what it is, we do our best, and medications are still needed.”
Connect with Dr. Song
Read her blog posts and shop her supplements on her website. Connect for daily tips on Instagram and Facebook.
Mon, 01 Nov 2021 - 36min - 19 - The Importance of Picture Books for Our Children
On today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is joined by author Markita Staples-Green. Markita is the author and illustrator of the bestselling picture book series, The Curly Crew. Her books feature a diverse set of characters as they interact with the world, with topics that include sleep, self-empowerment, emotional development, and other topics. Today Markita and Kim discuss how she uses gentle parenting in her books as well as the importance of gentle parenting in BIPOC communities.
Our favorite quote from the episode is “find a way to respect our children and find a way to come into their world and do things we want, but according to the way we want to do them.”
Connect with Markita
Find Markita’s books on her website. Connect with her on Instagram and Facebook.
Tue, 26 Oct 2021 - 32min - 18 - Battling Parental Burnout
In today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim talks with Shelley Kemmerer, PA-C, MCHS. Shelley is the founder of Run Tell Mom which offers parental wellbeing resources that are tailored for your unique household. Together, Kim and Shelley talk about what burnout actually means, how to communicate with your partner to ease stress and how important sleep is to overall well-being. They’ll discuss:
What “burnout” really means Burnout in the time of the pandemic Creating a healthy self eco-system Sleep and burnoutOur favorite quote from the episode is “Triage your home - this means categorizing things into urgent and non-urgent.”
Connect With Shelley Kemmerer
Find out more about Shelley and Run Tell Mom on her website and Instagram.
Tue, 19 Oct 2021 - 36min - 17 - Tips on How to Communicate With Your Partner
Wondering how to better communicate with your partner? In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim talks specifically to couples and parents. She interviews Dr. Sarah Rattray, the founder and CEO of the Couples Communication Institute. Dr. Rattray is dedicated to helping couples achieve lasting closeness and intimacy through effective communication. She has over 30 years of private practice helping hundreds of struggling couples one on one and now her mission is to make her methods achievable to everyone. In this episode they discuss:
Foundations for Healthy Communication Tips on How to Start a Conversation Finding What Your Partner Values Common Obstacles in Parenting Staying Solid as Couple When ParentingOur favorite quote from the episode is “when we understand each other and we let each other feel understood, we just feel so much more connected and we’re more motivated to work together. We can conquer the world when we feel close.”
Connect with Dr. Sarah Rattray
Connect with Dr. Rattray on her website, Instagram and Facebook.
Mon, 11 Oct 2021 - 49min - 16 - Sleep Training Advice Based on Your Child’s Temperament
In today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Podcast, Kim West sits down with a longtime friend and certified Gentle Sleep Coach, Macall Gordon. This is Macall’s second time on the podcast, to listen to her first episode all about sleep training research, head HERE. Kim and Macall sat down to discuss sleep training based on a child’s temperament. They speak specifically about the alert, high-wired and high-energy children, and how common sleep training advice can be adapted based on this type of child. They discuss:
What Does Temperament Mean? Sleep Training Based on Temperament Characteristics of Hard Sleepers Connection Between and Parents and Baby’s Temperament The Good Side of Your Child’s Temperament Research on Sleep Training and TemperamentOur favorite quotes from the episode are “to really self soothe requires motor skills, attention skills, and your child has to divert their attention, and all those things take time. When the things that are bothering your child take more attention, they need more help to settle down.” and “Pick your battles, but fight the ones you pick.”
Learn More From Macall
You can learn more from Macall and more about her research by connecting with her on her website, Instagram and Facebook
Tue, 05 Oct 2021 - 36min - 15 - Understanding Tears, Tantrums and Whining
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim sits down with Kathryn Kvols - a mother of 5. Through her 30 years of studying multiple courses and books, she wrote her book and education course “Redirecting Children’s Behavior.” Her goal is to help parents walk away with skills and tools to help their children’s behavior.
In this episode, Kim and Kathryn talk a lot about the why behind children’s behavior. They discuss:
Common Unmet Needs Why Connection Matters Dealing with Sibling Rivalry Dealing with Anger and Whining Why Children WhineOur favorite quotes from the episode are “instead of trying to stop the behavior, we need to look behind what the behavior is saying to us” and “connect before you expect”
Connect with Kathryn
Find out more about Kathryn’s course on her website. Connect with her on Facebook and Instagram.
Wed, 29 Sep 2021 - 36min - 14 - Navigating Breastfeeding and Newborn Allergies
Today Kim had the opportunity to sit down with Trill Paullin to discuss food sensitivities and allergies in breastfed children. Trill is a Molecular Biologist who has two children that faced severe allergies and sensitivities while breastfeeding. Through her own journey, Trill discovered that many parents experience the same troubling situation. She wanted to create a place for parents to find answers to their questions about infant food sensitives and empower them to continue in their breastfeeding journey. This is how her company, Free to Feed was born.
In this episode, Kim and Trill answer these questions:
What should you do when babies and newborns have allergies? Do children outgrow allergies and sensitivities? Why are there so many allergies in general? Should we be introducing foods earlier to prevent allergies? Why is there a rise in gluten allergies? Are food allergies shown to have a genetic link?Connect With Trill and Free to Feed
Find out more about Free to Feed on their website. Get everyday tips and resources through their Instagram and Facebook pages.
Tue, 21 Sep 2021 - 28min - 13 - There Is No Such Thing as No Crying Sleep Training
In this episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim goes solo to break down a hot topic: no crying sleep training. While there is such a thing as gentle sleep training (check out Kim’s world-renowned sleep training program HERE), there is no such thing as no crying sleep training. In this episode, Kim breaks down the three factors that affect crying while sleeping training.
Factor 1: Age of Child Factor 2: Temperament of Child Factor 3: ConsistencyThere will always be tears and frustration while trying to change behavior. But, if you pay attention to the three factors of crying, you can greatly minimize the tears. Listen to find out how each factor can help you better sleep train your child!
Resources
To listen to the referenced podcast episode with Macall Gordon, click HERE. To work with a Gentle Sleep Coach, find our GSC Directory HERE.
Tue, 14 Sep 2021 - 25min - 12 - Wellness, Nutrition and Smoothie Blends for All Stages of Mothering
In today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim sat down with Lisa Mastela, MPH and RD. She founded Bumpin Blends, a company that makes and delivers dietitian-designed smoothie blend cubes to support the many symptoms all women go through. From headaches and bloating to anxiety and trouble sleeping, Bumpin Blends has delicious smoothie blends to address all these symptoms.
In this episode Kim and Lisa talk about:
How Bumpin Blends was Created What ingredients help with specific ailments How to approach nutrition for your phase of life and needsOur favorite quotes from the episode were “I’m a big fan of moderation, in terms of don’t do anything 100%, do everything at 10-15% and add on slowly.” and “as a mom, you have to put your own mental health first when it comes to feeding. Do what works for YOU!”
Connect with Lisa and Bumpin Blends
You can connect with Lisa and shop Bumpin Blends online, on Instagram and Facebook. Use our exclusive Gentle Parenting Show coupon code SLEEPLADY to receive 20% off your Bumpin Blends order.
Wed, 08 Sep 2021 - 25min - 11 - Recognizing Stress and Anxiety in our Children
In today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim sat down with Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge who is the founder of The Global Institute of Children’s Mental Health. Her work has helped thousands of children reverse the most challenging conditions: ADHD, anxiety, mood, Lyme, and PANS/PANDAS using proven holistic therapies. Today’s conversation focuses on the difference between stress and anxiety and how to model behaviors that will help children become more regulated. Kim and Dr. Roseann discuss:
The difference between stress and anxiety The evolution of stress and anxiety Signs of stress and anxiety in children Teaching children to be aware of stress Teaching children to self-regulateOur favorite quotes from the episode are “you can be a straight-a student and be suicidal, be depressed, have OCD, we can’t use that as a benchmark for mental health” and “the more your kids disconnect from emotions and feelings, the less likely they will be to succeed in school or be a leader. Your kid will be plagued with high levels of stress.”
Connect with Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge
If you loved learning from Dr. Roseann, connect with her and check out her book “It’s Going to Be OK” on her website. Stay connected through Facebook and Instagram.
Wed, 01 Sep 2021 - 43min - 10 - New Ways Parents Can Find a Village for Support and Well-Being
In today’s episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim is joined by Amanda Gorman. Amanda is a wife, mother of two, and the host of the “Finding Your Village” podcast. She is also a childbirth educator and is passionate about birth, postpartum, and parent mental health. Kim and Amanda discuss how to find your village as a parent, and how a village is more than just people around you. They discuss:
What it means to find a village Finding a village through pregnancy and birth Using a village in parenting How a village support the mental health of the familyPlus, you won’t want to miss Amanda sharing her life-changing “cheat-sheet” idea when it comes to self-care and mentally recharging. Our favorite quotes from the episode were “birth and the intro into parenting is all about figuring out what to do when you don’t know what to do.” and “you can create a village not by people who are by you, but you can also add to your village by information and resources that are out there.”
Connect with Amanda
Listen to Amanda’s podcast “Finding Your Village” and connect with her on Instagram and Facebook for resources and tips to creating connections in parenting.
Wed, 25 Aug 2021 - 35min - 9 - How to Move Past the Myths of Motherhood
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim sits down with her longtime friend and colleague, Dr. Shoshana Bennett. Dr. Shosh, a clinical psychologist, is an expert on prenatal and postpartum depression and related mood and anxiety disorders.
Kim and Dr. Shosh discuss the myths that can paralyze motherhood and deeply affect a mother’s mental health. Having myths and fantasies around what parenthood should be, or what kind of parent someone should be, can create problems that don’t even need to exist. Many women are facing postpartum depression due to myths and fantasies about motherhood. Throughout the episode, Kim and Dr. Shosh discuss different myths that are damaging in motherhood. The myths they discuss:
Myths in Pregnancy and Labor
Myths with a New Baby Myths About a Parent’s Self Care and Resilience Myths in Marriage and PartnershipOur favorite quotes from the episode are “Whatever unfolds, you’ll have the resources to handle it. Don’t think of anything as ‘bad’ or you are ‘bad’” and “our worth as a parent does not change one bit based on the behavior of your child”
Connect With Dr. Shosh
Connect with Dr. Shosh on her website where she has resources and consultation options for dealing with postpartum depression and anxiety.
Tue, 10 Aug 2021 - 41min - 8 - Adapting Common Sleep Tips for Special Needs Children
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim sat down with long time gentle sleep coach, Katie Holloran. Katie co-authored a book with Kim, the Good Night Sleep Tight Workbook for Children with Special Needs. Katie is also a board certified behavior analyst.
In this episode, Katie and Kim discuss some of their best practices for getting children with special needs to sleep including tips for bedtime routines and some of the best products that can be helpful in the sleep training process. They cover quite a few topics and answer these questions:
What is a behavioural sleep problem? Will special needs children always struggle with sleep? How should I handle bedtime? How do I get my special needs child to fall asleep? What are products to help?Our favorite quotes from today’s episode are “any small movement counts as movement towards teaching your kid to sleep. It doesn’t have to be some large, grandeious act.” and “sleep is a skill that can be taught and learned, and just because you have a certain diagnosis in your family, that doesn’t mean that you’ll never sleep again.”
Recommended Products:
You can shop all recommended products from this episode here. Check out the Zone of Regulation curriculum here.
Connect with Katie
If you want to hear more from Katie, connect with her on her website, Instagram or Facebook.
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 - 40min - 7 - Calming and Understanding a Baby with Colic
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Show, Kim spoke with Dr. Maryanne Tranter, an expert pediatric nurse practitioner, researcher, and parent mentor. Dr. Tranter is the founder of The Healthy Child Concierge where she helps parents with their anxieties and worries for their children and works to resolve them. She has 25 years of experience in caring for families and also teaches nursing students, trains staff in pediatric offices and has executed hospital-wide staff education. Today, Kim and Dr. Tranter discuss colic and reflux (Dr. Tranter’s speciality) and what those terms actually mean, and how you can find comfort and peace while your child is suffering with colic.
Dr. Maryanne Tranter covers a lot of information with colic, specifically:
What exactly colic is (this might surprise you!) Soothing techniques for calming colic 3 common causes of colic (and what to do about them) When to get help as a parent dealing with colicOur favorite quote from this episode with Dr. Tranter was “you are not alone, there are people that want to support you, to get to the bottom of this, there are other parents going through this as well.” and “using these tools to decrease crying, to give babies rest and peace, to give parents rest and peace, while you’re working through getting to the root of the problem, these all can work together to help soothe the baby and you.”
Connect with Dr. Tranter
If you liked hearing from Dr. Tranter, there’s many ways to connect. Check out her website for many resources about colic and the newborn stage, or connect with her on Instagram or Facebook. Download her free handout about resources to calm your colic-y baby here.
Wed, 21 Jul 2021 - 37min - 6 - There are Only 3 Sleep Training Methods
In today’s episode, Kim goes solo for the first time since launching the podcast - and for a good reason. After 27 years in the sleep training industry, Kim has seen it all and knows that every style of sleep training can be broken down into 3 main methods. It’s so important to speak up on this because a lot of new parents can get overwhelmed thinking there are dozens of sleep training methods to choose from, when in reality they all fall under three main categories. There are only 3 ways to change behavior (in this case, change sleep) and that is extinction, gradual extinction or fading. Yes, each category can be tweaked and adjusted, but they all fit under one main method. So what are the methods? Kim breaks down each of the following methods in detail, helping you decide what might work best for your family:
Extinction Gradual Extinction Parental FadingOur favorite quotes from this episode are “something I want all parents to know is that one method doesn’t work for all children. I’m even including my own method.” and “it’s not about picking the magical method, it’s about picking what is the right match for your child’s temperament, your temperament, your parenting philosophies and beliefs and what you can follow through with consistently”.
Get More From Kim
Check out Kim’s sleep training technique, Gentle Sleep Solutions. You can also read her blog which is full of tips for any sleep issues you and your child may be facing.
Wed, 07 Jul 2021 - 15min - 5 - How to Interpret Research for Sleep Training Methods and Find What Works for You
In today’s informative episode of the Gentle Parenting Podcast, Kim West sits down with longtime friend and certified Gentle Sleep Coach, Macall Gordon. Macall holds an MA in Applied Psychology from Antioch University, Seattle with a specialization in infant mental health, including attachment theory, the development of emotional regulation, and parenting psychology.
Together, they discuss Macall’s take on common sleep training research and what parents really need to look out for when dissecting common sleep training advice. They also discuss:
Can parents really create life-long bad sleep habits for their children? What does self soothing mean for young children? Do certain sleep training methods cause emotional trauma? When should parents start sleep training? What facts and figures should I consider when reading sleep training research?Our favorite quote from this episode is “the amount of advice that’s out there makes parents feel like they’re walking among land mines and if they make one false move they’ve ruined their child’s life. It really isn’t like that with sleep, you can decide what’s a problem, you can decide when to intervene and if it’s working right now.”
Learn More From Macall
You can learn more from Macall and more about her research by connecting with her on her website, Instagram and Facebook
Wed, 23 Jun 2021 - 41min - 4 - 3 Step Method to Calm Parenting with Alison Escalante
In this episode of the Gentle Parenting Show, Kim sat down with Alison Escalante, MD. Alison is a Pediatrician, speaker, writer, mother and TEDx speaker. She has reached hundreds of thousands of parents with her TEDx talk “The Should Storm” (watch HERE). Alison is an expert in calm parenting and shares her mistakes, lessons and ideas through her parenting journey at ShouldStorm.com
Kim spoke with Alison about her 3-step method to help parents calmly raise their kids and ENJOY doing it. Alison was able to break down her 3-step method and discuss why the concept of “perfect parenting” is damaging to both kids and parents. We will break it down more in the episode but the 3-step method is:
Sigh See StartOur favorite quotes from this episode are “Kids don’t need perfect parents, they need messy human beings who love them like crazy” and “the most important information we have when working with our kids is never the expert advice, but we know and what we can learn about our children.”
More from Alison Escalante
If you loved this episode and want more, connect with Alison on her website, Facebook and Instagram. Plus, try out here FREE parenting email course by signing up here.
Thu, 03 Jun 2021 - 43min - 3 - What Parents of Multiples and Singleton Parents Can Learn From Each Other with Natalie Diaz
In today’s episode of The Gentle Parenting Podcast Kim sits down with her long-time friend Natalie Diaz. Natalie is the founder of Twiniversity - the world’s leading resource and support network for multiple birth families. Natalie is also an author, Certified Lactation Consultant and a twin parent herself. She has helped hundreds of parents of multiples prepare for and handle life with multiples.
Today, Kim and Natalie discuss what parents of multiples and singletons can learn from each other. They discuss:
Preparing for birth and the newborn weeks Sleep training multiples, singletons and siblings Advocating for yourself and your child(ren) at birth Working with your partner to make sure you both are feeling supportNatalie gives amazing, specific, questions for you and your partner to discuss pre and post-birth and throughout your parenting journey. You won’t want to miss these discussion points! Two of our favorite quotes from this episode are:
“It’s important that parents of twins realize that just because they’re twins, doesn’t mean they’re two of the same person” and “It’s better to overreact 100% of the time than to underreact once”.
If you liked this discussion with Natalie Diaz and are prepping for multiples, connect with her on her website, Twiniversity, Facebook or Instagram.
Wed, 02 Jun 2021 - 47min - 2 - 7 Survival Tips for Any New Parent with Amber Trueblood
In today’s episode, Kim sits down with author Amber Trueblood to talk about 7 tips for helping a new parent survive. Seasoned parents don’t be turned-off Amber’s tips can help you at any phase of your parenting. They are all great, helpful advice that will help you and your children live at your fullest and happiest potential. Her 7 tips include:
Get Restorative Sleep Find Ways to Be Emotionally Supported Communicate Your Needs More Effectively Take Care of Your Body Keep a Small Part of Yourself Alive Know When to Get Serious Help Give Yourself Permission to Be ImperfectBoth Amber and Kim share personal experiences and insights into each of these 7 tips and how you can put them into practice in your parenting. Our favorite quote from this episode is:
“It’s not benefiting our children to put ourselves last long term, because we’re modeling that to them” and “It blocks our ability to connect with other women when we act like we’re perfect.”
In addition to running her own personal development brand, Amber has an MBA, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), and is the mother of four boys between ages 8 and 13. She has developed a variety of tools to reduce overwhelm and increase fulfillment in daily life. You may have heard of her debut book, Stretch Marks: A Self-Development Tool for Mothers Who Are Being Stretched in Every Direction.
If you loved Amber and want to hear more from her, head to her website, Instagram or Facebook page. She shares her parenting advice and so much more on every platform - you won’t want to miss it!
Today’s episode was brought to you by Kim West’s sleep training course, Gentle Sleep Solutions. Use code PODCAST10 for $10 off the course.
Mon, 31 May 2021 - 52min - 1 - Why Meditation and Mindfulness Matters for Kids with Emily Fletcher
In today’s episode, we interview Emily Fletcher, founder of zivaKIDS, bestselling author and meditation expert. Emily has taught over 40,000 individuals the power of meditation including NBA players and Grammy winning artists. Together, Kim and Emily discuss why meditation matters for kids and parents - and how we can help our kids work through their emotions in a healthy way.
Emily introduces us to “Z Bunny”, her partner in helping kids learn meditation, and gives us practical tips and some very big “why’s” to helping kids practice mindfulness and meditation. Emily discusses:
why meditation is beneficial to parents how we can use meditation to become happier and more intuitive examples to our children how to change any preconceived notions you had about meditation and mindfulnessKim and Emily use their expert knowledge in both sleep and meditation to explain the connection between the two in both kids and adults. Kim also shares some real-life examples of putting Emily’s tips into practice in her own life and business. Connect with Emily and explore her courses at ZivaMeditation.com or through her Instagram or Facebook page.
Our favorite quote from the episode:
“I've had a lot of parents who have come to me and said, I am an anxious adult, and an anxious parent. I see my child being anxious and I don't really know how to help them, because I never got any help. This is a beautiful program and ZIVA kids can help not only the child, but the parent too, so that you can begin to shift together.”
Today’s episode was brought to you by Kim West’s sleep training course, Gentle Sleep Solutions. Use code PODCAST10 for $10 off the course.
Mon, 10 May 2021 - 37min
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