Mindful Kids and Families

Mindful Kids and Families Parent coaching for parents of tweens/teens who need help with communication and constant battles.

Parent coaching practice dedicated to helping children, teens and parents develop compassion, kindness and resilience - one family at a time.

03/25/2026

Parents ask me this all the time:
“How do I know if my child’s screen time is actually a problem?”

In this episode, Dr. Sajita Setia shares five simple but powerful questions parents can ask to evaluate a child’s digital health.

We talk about:
😴 sleep,
☺️social connection,
🏫 school engagement,
⛹️ hobbies beyond screens,
and whether your child is using technology in ways that help them grow or pull them further away from real life.

We also talk about AI, social media, and what healthy use really looks like.

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👉Listen in on your favorite podcast platform or by following the link in my bio ⬆️

👉 Book a 45 -min free session with me and let me offer you some strategies to help grow your connection with your tween/teen and tell you about ways I can help you 😊 I can’t wait to connect with you, just follow the link in my bio ⬆️

👉If you are struggling with screen time at home then please
👉Sign up for the next Tech Reset Masterclass by following the link in my bio ⬆️

03/19/2026

If your tween suddenly pushes back about everything, you're not alone.

Many parents interpret this behavior as disrespect, but in reality it’s often a normal developmental stage.
Between ages 9–13 kids begin forming stronger opinions and testing independence.

In this week’s episode I explain:
• Why tweens push back
• What parents often misunderstand
• How to respond without escalating conflict
If you’re parenting a tween right now, this episode will help you navigate this stage with more clarity and connection.

And please
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👉Listen in on your favorite podcast platform or by following the link in my bio ⬆️

👉 Book a 45 -min free session with me and let me offer you some strategies to help grow your connection with your tween/teen and tell you about ways I can help you 😊 I can’t wait to connect with you, just follow the link in my bio ⬆️

👉If you are struggling with screen time at home then please
👉Sign up for the next Tech Reset Masterclass by following the link in my bio ⬆️

03/17/2026

Your tween isn’t “turning into a teen overnight”… but it can feel that way when every request becomes a debate. 😵‍💫

If you’re looking for parenting help for tweens (especially ages 9–12), this week’s episode gives you a simple, calm system you can use tonight—without yelling, lecturing, or endless reminders.
🎧 New episode: Parenting Help for Tweens: The 3-Step Reset to Stop Power Struggles Fast

In this episode you’ll learn:
✅ the micro-moment that starts most battles (homework, screens, bedtime)
✅ my 3-step reset: regulate → one sentence → structure
✅ scripts that keep your authority and protect connection
✅ a 10-minute weekly reset that lowers conflict all week

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👉Listen in on your favorite podcast platform or at: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-parenting-reset-show/

👉 Book a 45 -min free session with me and let me offer you some strategies to help grow your connection with your tween/teen and tell you about ways I can help you. I can’t wait to connect with you.
https://calendly.com/mindfulkidsandfamilies/

👉If you are struggling with screen time at home then please
👉Sign up for the next Tech Reset Masterclass here: https://mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/tech-reset-masterclass

03/10/2026

Every small request doesn’t have to turn into a fight.

If asking your teen to put their phone away somehow becomes a power struggle every single time, you are not imagining it — and you are not failing.

In this episode, I talk about why teen pushback is often a normal part of development, why screen time can make reactions feel bigger, and how to stay calm without giving up your boundary.

Listen now if you are tired of arguments about phones, dinner, chores, or bedtime.

And please
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👉Listen in on your favorite podcast platform or at: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-parenting-reset-show/

👉 Book a 45 -min free session with me and let me offer you some strategies to help grow your connection with your tween/teen and tell you about ways I can help you. I can’t wait to connect with you.
https://calendly.com/mindfulkidsandfamilies/

👉If you are struggling with screen time at home then please
👉Sign up for the next Tech Reset Masterclass here: https://mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/tech-reset-masterclass

03/05/2026

The fight is over… but the next 24 hours matter most.
With tweens and teens, repair builds trust faster than “being perfect.”

Try this after the next blow-up:
✅ Wait for the window
✅ Lead with accountability
✅ Restate the relationship (no re-litigating)

And please
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rate and
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👉Listen in on your favorite podcast platform or at: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-parenting-reset-show/

👉 Book a 45 -min free session with me and let me offer you some strategies to help grow your connection with your tween/teen and tell you about ways I can help you. I can’t wait to connect with you.
https://calendly.com/mindfulkidsandfamilies/

👉If you are struggling with screen time at home then please
👉Sign up for the next Tech Reset Masterclass here: https://mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/tech-reset-masterclass

03/03/2026

You’re not “weak” because screen time turns into a blowup.
You’re missing a system.

Here’s the fix in 3 words: Predict. Agree. Follow Through.
✅ Predict: the limit is known ahead of time
✅ Agree: your teen has input (you make the final call)
✅ Follow Through: same consequence, every time—no lectures
One calm conversation now can save you months of daily fights.

And please
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write a review

👉Listen in on your favorite podcast platform or at: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-parenting-reset-show/

👉 Book a 45 -min free session with me and let me offer you some strategies to help grow your connection with your tween/teen and tell you about ways I can help you. I can’t wait to connect with you.
https://calendly.com/mindfulkidsandfamilies/

👉If you are struggling with screen time at home then please
👉Sign up for the next Tech Reset Masterclass here: https://mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/tech-reset-masterclass

02/26/2026

You found it. The v**e, the cartridge, the hidden stash. Your heart is racing, you’re furious, and you’re scared. And as a solo parent, you don’t get the luxury of a co-parent to process with before you walk into that room.

Here’s the truth: what you say next can either open the door… or slam it shut for years.
In Episode 240 of The Single Parenting Reset Show, I share a research-backed way to have “the talk” about va**ng that protects safety + connection (in that order).

The framework is simple:
✅ Acknowledge (fear + love under the anger)
✅ Ask (what is va**ng doing for them?)
✅ Assert (clear values + clear boundaries, without exploding)

If your teen is va**ng, you don’t need a perfect speech. You need a grounded plan.

🎧 Listen to Episode 240: Kids Va**ng—How to Have the Talk Without Destroying Trust.

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👉Listen in on your favorite podcast platform or at: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-parenting-reset-show/

👉 Book a 45 -min free session with me and let me offer you some strategies to help grow your connection with your tween/teen and tell you about ways I can help you. I can’t wait to connect with you.
https://calendly.com/mindfulkidsandfamilies/

👉If you are struggling with screen time at home then please
👉Sign up for the next Tech Reset Masterclass here: https://mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/tech-reset-masterclass

02/25/2026

Your teen’s rudeness isn’t always disrespect.
Most of the time it’s dysregulation.
Try this in the moment: “That tone doesn’t work for me. Try again.”
Then repair later. Connection + boundaries can coexist.

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👉Listen in on your favorite podcast platform or at: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-parenting-reset-show/

👉 Book a 45 -min free session with me and let me offer you some strategies to help grow your connection with your tween/teen and tell you about ways I can help you. I can’t wait to connect with you.
https://calendly.com/mindfulkidsandfamilies/

👉If you are struggling with screen time at home then please
👉Sign up for the next Tech Reset Masterclass at https://mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/tech-reset-masterclass

12/11/2025

Holidays + co-parenting = a whole new level of stress.

Different rules in each house? Screens, va**ng, curfews, and video games causing tension? 😤 You're not alone. In this episode of The Single Parenting Reset, I share how to stay calm, protect your tween's emotional health, and handle these common co-parenting clashes — without throwing your ex under the bus. 🧠💛

🎧 Short. Timely. Essential.
✨ Your calm is the anchor they need.

And please
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Listen in on your favorite podcast platform or at: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-parenting-reset-show/

Book a 45 -min free session with me and let me offer you some strategies to help grow your connection with your tween/teen and tell you about ways I can help you. I can’t wait to connect with you.
https://calendly.com/mindfulkidsandfamilies/

If you are struggling with screen time at home then please
Sign up for the next Tech Reset Masterclass here: https://mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/tech-reset-masterclass

12/09/2025

🚨 You just found something in your teen’s backpack. You’re not sure what it is... but it doesn’t feel good.

Va**ng is everywhere—and most single parents are unsure when or how to bring it up.

In this week’s episode, we’re breaking down 5 clear signs your teen might be va**ng—and how to start the conversation without breaking trust.

You can manage behavior while keeping your connection strong. 🎧

And please
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Listen in on your favorite podcast platform or at: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-parenting-reset-show/

Book a 45 -min free session with me and let me offer you some strategies to help grow your connection with your tween/teen and tell you about ways I can help you. I can’t wait to connect with you.
https://calendly.com/mindfulkidsandfamilies/

If you are struggling with screen time at home then please
Sign up for the next Tech Reset Masterclass here: https://mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/tech-reset-masterclass

11/06/2025

🔋 Are you tired of the screen-time battles with your teen? What if the answer isn’t more control — but less?

In this week’s episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, shares a real story of a 16-year-old who set her own phone limits — and actually stuck to them. You’ll learn how giving teens autonomy can build motivation, trust, and accountability at home.

🎧 Tune in to discover:
• How to know when your teen is ready to self-manage
• Why strict phone rules often backfire
• A simple shift that empowers your teen to make better digital choices

🔗 Listen now — and see how letting go might be the key to getting your teen back.

And please
✅subscribe,
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👉Listen in on your favorite podcast platform or at: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-parenting-reset-show/

👉 Book a 45 -min free session with me and let me offer you some strategies to help grow your connection with your tween/teen and tell you about ways I can help you. 😊 I can’t wait to connect with you.
https://calendly.com/mindfulkidsandfamilies/

👉If you are struggling with screen time at home then please
👉Sign up for the next Tech Reset Masterclass here: https://mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/tech-reset-masterclass


11/04/2025

“Why do I have to put my phone away if YOU’RE still on yours?”

Sound familiar? If you’ve ever felt like a screen-time hypocrite, you’re not alone. In this episode, we talk about realistic ways to set boundaries around devices—without turning it into a war zone. 🎧

➡️ Listen in wherever you get your podcasts!

And please
✅subscribe,
⭐rate and
✍️write a review

👉Listen in on your favorite podcast platform or at: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-parenting-reset-show/

👉 Book a 45 -min free session with me and let me offer you some strategies to help grow your connection with your tween/teen and tell you about ways I can help you 😊 I can’t wait to connect with you.
https://calendly.com/mindfulkidsandfamilies/

👉If you are struggling with screen time at home then please
👉Sign up for the next Tech Reset Masterclass here: https://mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/tech-reset-masterclass

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