Confidence in Motherhood | Parenting, Present mom, Teens, Tweens, Emotional Regulation

The Surprising Truth About Influence, Connection, and Lasting Change

Have you ever felt like you're repeating yourself over and over, only to be met with eye rolls, silence, or "I know!"?

If you've ever asked, "Why won't my child listen?" you're not alone. The truth is, most parents have been taught that getting kids to listen is about having more authority or finding the right consequence. But what if the real key is something dee...

Do you ever feel like you're having the same argument with your child over and over again?

Whether it's homework, chores, screen time, attitude, or simply getting them to listen, it can feel like you're stuck in an endless cycle of frustration.

You remind them. They push back. You get frustrated. They shut down.

And before you know it, you're wondering, "Why do we keep doing this?"

The truth is, you're not just fighting about the d...

Have you ever had a moment where your child's tone of voice, eye roll, or attitude immediately changes your entire mood?

One minute you're calm… And the next minute you're frustrated, angry, or saying things you wish you could take back.

Then comes the guilt. "Why did I react that way?" "Why does my child's attitude bother me so much?" "Why does every conversation feel like a battle?"

If you've ever felt triggered by your ch...

Have you ever promised yourself, "I'm not going to yell today," only to find yourself losing your patience a few hours later? Then comes the guilt… The regret...

And the question so many loving moms ask themselves: "Why do I keep yelling when I love my child so much?"

If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.

The truth is, you're not yelling because you're a bad mom. You're reacting because you're caught in a pattern...

Do you feel like you're constantly repeating yourself—and no one is listening? Are power struggles with your preteen leaving you frustrated, exhausted, and questioning whether what you're doing is working?

If you're tired of arguing, losing your patience, or feeling like every conversation turns into a battle, this episode is for you.

In today's episode, you'll discover three simple boundary shifts that can help reduce confli...

Do you ever feel like motherhood feels like an emotional rollercoaster—one moment you're calm, and the next you're overwhelmed, frustrated, or reacting in a way you didn’t plan? Are the preteen years stretching you in ways you didn’t expect? Do you wish you could respond with more peace, confidence, and connection—even when emotions are high?

In this episode, I’m sharing the #1 mindset shift that chang...

Are you tired of every conversation with your teen turning into an argument? Does the backtalk, attitude, or constant pushback leave you feeling frustrated and exhausted? Do you wish you could communicate with your teen without the yelling, eye rolls, or daily power struggles?

In this episode of Confidence in Motherhood, we're talking about one of the biggest challenges moms face during the teen years—conflict that seems to s...

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Christine Furman for a real conversation about emotional reactions, patience, intentional motherhood, and creating a calmer home atmosphere.

We talk about how our responses impact our kids, the importance of being emotionally present, and simple habits that help create more peace and connection at home.

This is Part 1 of our conversation, so make sure you come back next week for the con...

Do you ever feel like you’re failing in motherhood, even when you’re trying your best?

In this episode, we’re talking about how negative thoughts quietly affect your mindset, emotional regulation, parenting confidence, and connection with your preteen. Many moms believe they’re failing simply because they’re overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or struggling in hard moments.

You’ll learn why the t...

Do you constantly feel guilty in motherhood—like no matter what you do, it’s never enough?

In this episode, we’re talking about how mom guilt slowly affects your mindset, emotional regulation, parenting confidence, and connection with your preteen. Guilt can keep you stuck in self-doubt, overwhelm, and emotional exhaustion.

You’ll learn the difference between guilt, shame, and healthy conviction—and wh...

Do you ever find yourself yelling at your preteen… and immediately wishing you could take it back?

In this episode, we’re talking about why yelling keeps happening and how it affects your parenting communication and connection with your child. Most moms don’t want to yell—they just don’t have a simple way to reset in the moment.

You’ll learn that yelling is usually a buildup of overwhelm, not a ...

Do you ever react in the moment with your preteen… then feel guilty afterward and wish you had handled it differently?

In this episode, we’re talking about why parenting reactivity creates emotional distance and how small reactions can slowly affect connection in your home. The good news is that this cycle can change.

You’ll learn that reactivity often comes from stress, overwhelm, and autopilot responses—n...

Do you ever feel triggered by your preteen… and then wonder why you reacted so quickly?

In this episode, we’re breaking down why parenting can feel so emotionally intense and what’s really happening inside of you in those moments. When you understand your triggers, you can begin to respond with calm instead of reacting in frustration.

You’ll learn that your reactions aren’t just caused by your child&r...

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by small moments with your preteen… then wonder why you reacted the way you did?

In this episode, we’re breaking down something simple but powerful: 👉 your mindset is shaping your emotions—and how you show up in your parenting.

When you understand this, everything starts to shift.

Your thoughts create your feelings—not your child’s behavior. Not every thought you think is...

In the middle of daily routines, correction, and emotional ups and downs, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters most in motherhood. We focus on behavior, schedules, and simply getting through the day—but underneath it all, something deeper is taking shape.

This episode is a gentle, faith-based reminder that you’re not just raising a preteen… you’re shaping the kind of relationship that will la...

Struggling to get your preteen to listen? If you’re tired of repeating yourself or feeling ignored, this episode will show you why—and what to do instead.

You’ll learn why your preteen shuts down (and why it’s not disrespect), how to communicate so they actually listen, and 3 simple habits that build connection and calm in your home.

The first mistake is talking when they’re overwhelmed. Instead, pause...

What if the real problem isn’t screen time… but what screens are replacing? After talking about social media, comparison, screen battles, and emotional overwhelm, this episode brings it all together.

Many moms are setting limits, but still seeing attitude, shutdown, or emotional reactions—and wondering what’s missing. The truth is, emotionally strong teens aren’t built by restriction. They’re bu...

Why do emotions seem bigger and harder to manage for teens today?

In this episode of Confidence in Motherhood, we explore the science behind teen emotions, the impact of social media, and how parents can help their teens build emotional regulation skills in a digital world.

You’ll learn:

• why emotional reactions are stronger during the teen years • how social media affects emotional processing • what brain science tells ...

Do screen limits turn into arguments or emotional meltdowns in your home?

Many moms try to set reasonable screen rules, but instead of cooperation, they get pushback, negotiation, or shutdown.

In this episode of Confidence in Motherhood, we talk about why screen battles happen emotionally and the simple shift that can reduce power struggles while helping your child cooperate.

In This Episode

You’ll learn:

• Why screen limits ...