Parenting With Personality

01/17/2026

🌟FAQs About the Calm Connection Parent Coaching Program

Questions that people have asked about the program. Thought it might be information others here have wondered about as well.

So I thought I'd share!

❓How big are the coaching groups?

I try to keep them between 4-6 clients at a time. I want it to feel like a personal experience, and I want everyone to have time to talk and share.

❓How long are the weekly coaching sessions?

The weekly sessions are one hour. There are videos that can supplement what we do in the session. You are encouraged to use whatever modes of learning engage you best (video, workbooks, sessions, or combination). Some will want to dive deep and explore more and others will feel their bandwidth is limited and want to focus on the coaching sessions. This fits either approach...and everything in between.

You have access to the videos and workbooks for the life of the program, so you can review or revisit them whenever you'd like! Bonus!

❓How many clients have finished the full six months?

Of all clients beginning, only one didn't finish fully. Life happened, and they just weren't able to. And that was fine. However, she recently reported that she keeps all of her printed workbooks where she refers to them often for help. Isn't that great!?

One other was given a full scholarship, but did not ever attend a session. So sometimes, that's the drawback. People tend to need buy-in to show up and invest in making changes.

❓What kind of changes do people experience?

Many!! So many....in fact, I will share just a few of the testimonials I have for the program below so you can read their words!

And if you prefer data... consider this.
At the start of the program parents fill out a parent rating scale. The scales indicate stress, discomfort, overwhelm, etc. At the end of the program, they do the same rating scale again.

On the seven scales related to parents experience or emotions, the ratings had a 60-80% decrease in these troubling emotions or experiences. That can be a huge change in six months!

It has helped many parents reclaim time, energy, and peace of mind!

Do you have other questions about the program? I'd be happy to answer them. Our next group is starting this coming week, and I couldn't be more excited! Hooray! 🥳🎉

01/14/2026

Feeling overwhelmed trying to juggle it all, working mama’s? 😩

Between work, family, never-ending to-do lists, and trying to squeeze in a little time for yourself, it can feel like there’s never enough time, energy, or focus to get everything done.

The reality? You don’t have to do it all—and you shouldn’t have to figure it out alone.

That’s why I’m sharing the Busy Working Mom’s Blueprint Summit! 🎉

I’m a speaker in this free 7 - day virtual event. I will walk you through, along with over 28+ experts, the biggest struggles busy working moms face—so you can finally break free from the stress and start thriving.

JUST SOME SUMMIT TOPICS COVERED
⏰Time Management Expert
🧘🏻‍♀️Health & Wellness
✅ADHD Organization | Minimalism. and me! I will be speaking on
💞Understanding Your Child's Unique Wiring When You Are Already Overwhelmed

By the end of the summit, you’ll have real strategies to create balance, reduce stress, and feel more in control of your life—without adding more to your plate.

The Busy Working Mom’s Blueprint Summit kicks off on Monday January 19th, and I’d love for you to join! Day 4 is the day that I will be doing my session, but there are loads of good speakers included. You won't want to miss this!

👉 Register now and take the first step toward a life that works for you!
https://go.busyworkingmomssummit.com/jamikirkbride

01/13/2026

Hello everyone!

I wanted to share something personal with you. I just joined the Neuro-Transformation Training, and I’m doing it for one simple reason… I work with parents who are living in constant stress, and I refuse to let trial and error be the best option they’re offered.

As a licensed professional counselor, parent coach, and a mom of seven, my work has always been about helping families move from emotional chaos to calm connection.

But here’s the truth… even with training, experience, and a whole toolbox of strategies, there’s nothing like living it inside your own home.

When your child is emotionally intense,
when meltdowns are frequent,
when the nervous system is on high alert… it changes everything. Your patience, your marriage, your confidence, your faith… all of it gets tested.

There were seasons where I felt like I was constantly bracing for impact.
Like I was always trying to prevent the next explosion… and failing anyway.

And the hardest part wasn’t just the behavior… it was what it did inside me.
The second-guessing. The guilt.
The quiet fear that I was doing it wrong… or worse…
That I was becoming my child’s trigger.

Meanwhile, the outside world is full of opinions. People who mean well, but don’t understand. People who say things like, “Have you tried being more strict or consistent?” or “He wouldn’t do that if you didn’t allow it.”

And you’re standing there thinking… If you only knew how hard I’m trying.

What shifted for me was realizing this…
We can’t parent our way out of nervous system overload with willpower and good intentions.
Connection doesn’t start with the perfect consequence. It starts with regulation.

When I began to truly understand the brain-body connection… how stress responses hijack behavior… how safety changes everything… I stopped chasing “quick fixes” and started building a calmer, more strategic path forward.

Not just for my child… but for me.

Here are a few of the principles I now live and teach - the ones that changed everything:
• I stopped trying to “win the moment” and started trying to create safety in the moment
• I learned to discern the difference between defiance and dysregulation
• I focused on root causes: sensory overwhelm, executive functioning gaps, anxiety, unmet emotional needs
• I built a simple plan for what to do before, during, and after meltdowns
• I practiced co-regulation first - because skills don’t stick when a child feels stuck in fight-or-flight
• And I gave parents language that actually works… because simply telling a child to “calm down” has never really been very effective…it just backfires.

Joining this Neuro-Transformation Training matters to me because I don’t want my work to only be encouraging. I want it to be transformational.

Parents don’t need more information… they need integration.
They need tools that work when they’re tired, triggered, and on the edge. They need strategies that match what the nervous system is doing in real time.

If you’re a parent who loves your child deeply but feels like you’re tired of walking on eggshells, living on the edge of the next meltdown…

I want you to hear this clearly… you’re not failing. You’re not alone. You don’t have to feel lost. You can gain your clarity and confidence. I hope you can feel inspired to take your first step too.

I’m here because I believe calm is learnable… connection is buildable… and your home can feel safe again. This is a new layer of growth for me, and I’m excited to bring what I’m learning back to the families I serve.

As I am often reminded, sometimes our deepest pain helps us find where we can help others. This isn’t just about getting a certificate…it’s about transformation so I can really help others do the same.

Thank you

01/12/2026

This isn’t defiance… it’s dysregulation. And that changes everything.

I’m going to say the quiet part out loud…

Parenting an emotionally intense, neurodivergent, high-needs child can feel brutal.

Not because you don’t love them.
You love them like crazy.

But because you’re stuck living in “high alert mode,”
waiting for the next eruption…
While everyone around you acts like a deep breath + a sticker chart should fix it.

Nope.

Most parents do what everyone does:
Try another strategy.
See another professional.
Read another book.

And they end up with more conflicting information.

But when the next meltdown hits…
you’re standing there like…
“Great! What do I do now?!”

That’s why I created the Calm Connection Parent Coaching Program.

Because behavior is communication…
and if you can decode the need, you can change the moment.

Inside the program we focus on:
✅ staying regulated when your child is not
✅ understanding your child’s wiring (not just their behavior)
✅ tools that actually work for emotionally intense kids
✅ rebuilding trust and connection (even after hard days)
✅ support while you implement, not just while you “learn”

And I’m not saying that like it’s a cute concept.

One client said: “The way I see my child is totally different… it’s a total 180.”

Another: “We should have hired Jami first… a long, long time ago!”

If you’re tired of walking on eggshells in your own home…

Click here and see what’s inside (and if it fits your family):
👉 https://www.calmconnectionparent.com

P.S. If you’re thinking, “I’ve tried everything”…I believe you.

This is different because you’ll get coaching + support + a roadmap for YOUR child…so you’re not just learning… you’re actually changing your day-to-day.

Our new group will be starting this week! Don't miss out!

01/08/2026

🌟New Podcast Episode!

I want to talk about something that comes up all the time… but often gets carried quietly.

What happens when one parent is actively seeking help, tools, and answers… and the other isn’t quite there yet?

This week’s podcast episode came from a listener question that named this tension so honestly. And while I often hear it from moms, this dynamic truly can go either way.

In the episode, we talk about:
--Why parents approach help so differently
--What might really be underneath hesitation or resistance
--How to move toward unity without pressure or blame

If you’ve ever felt alone in this part of your parenting journey, I hope this episode feels like a deep exhale.

Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2409280/episodes/18472194

01/08/2026

Feeling overwhelmed trying to juggle it all, working mama’s? 😩

Between work, family, never-ending to-do lists, and trying to squeeze in a little time for yourself, it can feel like there’s never enough time, energy, or focus to get everything done.

The reality? You don’t have to do it all—and you shouldn’t have to figure it out alone.

That’s why I’m sharing the Busy Working Mom’s Blueprint Summit! 🎉

I’m a speaker in this free 7 -day virtual event. I will walk you through, along with over 28+ experts, the biggest struggles busy working moms face—so you can finally break free from the stress and start thriving.

JUST SOME SUMMIT TOPICS COVERED
⏰Time Management Expert
🧘🏻‍♀️Health & Wellness
✅ADHD Organization | Minimalism.. and me!

I will be speaking on:
"You’re Not Failing… You’re Missing the Right Tools: Understanding Your Child’s Unique Wiring When You’re Already Overwhelmed".

By the end of the summit, you’ll have real strategies to create balance, reduce stress, and feel more in control of your life—without adding more to your plate.

The Busy Working Mom’s Blueprint Summit kicks off on Monday January 19th, and I’d love for you to join!

👉 Register now and take the first step toward a life that works for you!

Link to register: https://go.busyworkingmomssummit.com/jamikirkbride

01/07/2026

Feeling overwhelmed trying to juggle it all, working mama’s? 😩

Between work, family, never-ending to-do lists, and trying to squeeze in a little time for yourself, it can feel like there’s never enough time, energy, or focus to get everything done.

The reality? You don’t have to do it all—and you shouldn’t have to figure it out alone.

That’s why I’m sharing the Busy Working Mom’s Blueprint Summit! 🎉

I’m a speaker in this free 7 - day virtual event. I will walk you through, along with over 28+ experts, the biggest struggles busy working moms face—so you can finally break free from the stress and start thriving.

JUST SOME SUMMIT TOPICS COVERED
⏰Time Management Expert
🧘🏻‍♀️Health & Wellness
✅ADHD Organization | Minimalism
.. and me! I will be speaking on:
"You’re Not Failing… You’re Missing the Right Tools: Understanding Your Child’s Unique Wiring When You’re Already Overwhelmed".

By the end of the summit, you’ll have real strategies to create balance, reduce stress, and feel more in control of your life—without adding more to your plate.

The Busy Working Mom’s Blueprint Summit kicks off on Monday January 19th, and I’d love for you to join!

👉 Register now and take the first step toward a life that works for you!

Plan your week with ease, Reclaim quality family time, & Be fully present without the guilt.

01/02/2026

Happy New Year!

Ready for some new focus and energy in your parenting game?! I’ve got you!

Take a moment to think of this past year. Imagine your year ahead.

Answer these questions, and let’s get you going!

Here to encourage and support you! 💕

12/18/2025

If you love your child deeply, but the holidays feel heavier than you expected… you’re not alone.

Today’s podcast episode gently acknowledges the thoughts and emotions many parents carry quietly during the holidays. The ones that build up and steal peace if we don’t acknowledge them.

This episode is about understanding, compassion, and protecting your peace without guilt.

If this season feels hard, this conversation is for you.

12/05/2025

Today’s the day.
The doors close tonight.

You’ve followed the stories.
You’ve seen what’s possible.

You’ve pictured yourself inside.

🧡 This is the moment to say yes to:
✔️ A peaceful, connected home
✔️ Tools that actually work for your child
✔️ Real support for you as a parent

You’ve done the hard part-- holding it all together.

Now let’s do this next part together.

✨ Comment or message “READY” or use website link to join today.

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