210. Is Your Child Pulling Away? Here's How to Respond with Wisdom and Love
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This one hits close to home for us.
In this episode, we’re opening up about a painful season in our parenting journey when Kim’s daughter began pulling away from our home and requesting to spend more time at her dad’s. We know how confusing, heartbreaking, and disorienting this can be, especially for blended families with limited time together.
That’s why we’re sharing 3 essential tips that can help you manage yourself in a tough parenting moment, retain connection with your child, and respond in a healthy, constructive way. You’re not alone—and there is a path forward.
You'll Discover:
The emotional impact of watching a child distance themselves from you - and how to manage your emotions and reactions.
How to ask powerful, curious questions that open the door to connection and uncover what's under the surface.
Why validation can change the tone of any tough parenting conversation.
A practical way to co-create one new action step with your child, without caving in to their requests.
The truth about whether kids “get to choose” where they live at a certain age.
Resources from this Episode:
Episode 184. The Heart of Motherhood: Navigating Messy Moments with Empathy and Love (emotional regulation)
Episode 168. Actionable Steps For Helping Kids Navigate Through Difficult Emotions and Problem Solve
Episode 33. How to Cope with a Difficult Ex and Protect Your Kids
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