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How to Coach a Complex Child with Elaine Taylor-Klaus

If you have a complex kid you don't need to ask the question “What is a complex kid?”. When you have done everything that parenting experts have told you to do, when typical parenting paradigms aren’t working and you are still struggling, then a coaching approach may help. It's an empowerment based method all about transferring ownership and fostering independence. It works with all kids unbelievably well but particularly those where there are control issues involved. Elaine Taylor-Klaus, MCC, is first and foremost the mom in an ADHD family of six, and her complex kids are now successful young adults. Professionally, she is a Master Certified Coach – bringing a coach-approach to her work as an internationally recognized speaker, author, educator and trusted advisor to parents, executives, health care and education professionals. For more info on Elaine check out https://impactparents.com/.


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  • 92. What We’d Tell Our Younger Selves

    32:15||Season 13, Ep. 92
    On today’s repeat episode, we’re thinking about what we’d tell our younger selves—and our kids—about sex, relationships, and all the confusing stuff in between. There’s this idea that sex equals desire, love, attraction, and a healthy relationship—and if you’re not having sex, something must be wrong. And if you are having sex, people assume everything is perfect. That's not how it works. Sex is one slice, sure—but so is connection, laughter, teamwork, and just doing life together. Especially on a family vacation where “intimacy” looks more like hiding in the bathroom for five minutes of silence.Want our podcasts sent straight to your phone? Text us the word "Podcast" to +1 (917) 540-8715 and we'll text you the new episodes when they're released!Tune in for new Cat & Nat Unfiltered episodes every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday!Follow @catandnatunfiltered on Instagram: https://instagram.com/catandnatunfilteredOur new book "Mom Secrets" is now available! Head to www.catandnat.ca/book to grab your autographed copy! Come see us LIVE on tour!! To see a full list of cities and dates, go to https://catandnattour.com.Are you a parent that is struggling understanding the online world, setting healthy screen-time limits, or navigating harmful online content? Purchase screen sense for $49.99 & unlock Cat & Nat’s ultimate guide to parenting in the digital age. Go to https://www.thecommonparent.com/guideFollow our parenting platform - The Common Parent - over on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecommonparentMake sure you subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bitly.com/catnatyoutubeCheck out our Amazon Lives here: https://bitly.com/catnatamazonliveOrder TAYLIVI here: https://taylivi.comGet personalized videos from us on Cameo: https://cameo.com/catandnatCome hang with us over on https://instagram.com/catandnat all day long.And follow us on https://tiktok.com/@catandnatofficial!
  • 91. Is University Just a Really Expensive Social Experiment?

    42:52||Season 13, Ep. 91
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  • 90. Parenting Unfiltered: Parenting Teens Without Fear with Dr. Jenny Hwang

    31:17||Season 13, Ep. 90
    Putting boundaries in place with toddlers can feel straightforward—but when our kids become teenagers, those boundaries start to shift, take on new forms, and become important for entirely different reasons. There’s a lot of fear wrapped up in parenting teens, so we brought in Dr. Jenny Hwang, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience helping parents navigate connection, conflict, and everything in between—without fear, shame, or fluff. With a no-nonsense approach, Jenny challenges mainstream parenting advice and helps parents move through the emotional blind spots that often sabotage connection. Rooted in both clinical expertise and her own lived experience as a parent, she’s here to help us decode our teens’ behavior and build relationships based on trust, not control. For more on Dr. Jenny Hwang find her @projectparentcoach.This podcast is presented by The Common Parent. The all-in-one parenting resource you need to for your teens & tweens. We've uncovered every parenting issue, so you don't have too.Are you a parent that is struggling understanding the online world, setting healthy screen-time limits, or navigating harmful online content? Purchase screen sense for $49.99 & unlock Cat & Nat’s ultimate guide to parenting in the digital age. Go to https://www.thecommonparent.com/guideFollow @thecommonparent on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecommonparent/
  • 89. Sex Tips For Couples

    35:07||Season 13, Ep. 89
    So apparently there are eight different kinds of sex every married couple should be having on rotation… and obviously, we had to weigh in. Spontaneous? Scheduled? Morning? Hotel? Quickie? We’re breaking them all down—what works and what doesn’t, and which ones you should be doing. Enjoy this repeat episode!Want our podcasts sent straight to your phone? Text us the word "Podcast" to +1 (917) 540-8715 and we'll text you the new episodes when they're released!Tune in for new Cat & Nat Unfiltered episodes every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday!Follow @catandnatunfiltered on Instagram: https://instagram.com/catandnatunfilteredOur new book "Mom Secrets" is now available! Head to www.catandnat.ca/book to grab your autographed copy! Come see us LIVE on tour!! To see a full list of cities and dates, go to https://catandnattour.com.Are you a parent that is struggling understanding the online world, setting healthy screen-time limits, or navigating harmful online content? Purchase screen sense for $49.99 & unlock Cat & Nat’s ultimate guide to parenting in the digital age. Go to https://www.thecommonparent.com/guideFollow our parenting platform - The Common Parent - over on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecommonparentMake sure you subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bitly.com/catnatyoutubeCheck out our Amazon Lives here: https://bitly.com/catnatamazonliveOrder TAYLIVI here: https://taylivi.comGet personalized videos from us on Cameo: https://cameo.com/catandnatCome hang with us over on https://instagram.com/catandnat all day long.And follow us on https://tiktok.com/@catandnatofficial!
  • 88. Sunny Side Up with Katie Sturino

    25:02||Season 13, Ep. 88
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  • 87. Stop Giving A Sh*t

    40:47||Season 13, Ep. 87
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  • 86. Parenting Unfiltered: Setting Boundaries

    52:58||Season 13, Ep. 86
    Just when you think you’ve got this parenting thing down, they become teenagers and start pushing every boundary. Wendy Snyder, certified parenting educator, family life coach, and mom of two is all about helping parents ditch the yelling, threats, and punishments—and instead parent from a place of connection Wendy’s approach is all about raising good humans without losing your mind. She teaches strategies that actually work. If you're in the thick of teen chaos or just want to feel like a better version of yourself as a parent, this one’s for you. You can follow Wendy on Instagram at @freshstartwendy.This podcast is presented by The Common Parent. The all-in-one parenting resource you need to for your teens & tweens. We've uncovered every parenting issue, so you don't have too.Are you a parent that is struggling understanding the online world, setting healthy screen-time limits, or navigating harmful online content? Purchase screen sense for $49.99 & unlock Cat & Nat’s ultimate guide to parenting in the digital age. Go to https://www.thecommonparent.com/guideFollow @thecommonparent on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecommonparent/
  • 85. Nat Is Back At The Inlaws

    32:07||Season 13, Ep. 85
    We are in full summer mode, bringing you repeats of some of your favourite episodes! Including this one which seems fitting because Nat is currently at her in laws! In this repeat episode Nat snuck in a little sexy time at the in laws! Mind blowing really. There should be a point system for sex in different places. How many points for sex at the in laws??Want our podcasts sent straight to your phone? Text us the word "Podcast" to +1 (917) 540-8715 and we'll text you the new episodes when they're released!Tune in for new Cat & Nat Unfiltered episodes every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday!Follow @catandnatunfiltered on Instagram: https://instagram.com/catandnatunfilteredOur new book "Mom Secrets" is now available! Head to www.catandnat.ca/book to grab your autographed copy! Come see us LIVE on tour!! To see a full list of cities and dates, go to https://catandnattour.com.Are you a parent that is struggling understanding the online world, setting healthy screen-time limits, or navigating harmful online content? Purchase screen sense for $49.99 & unlock Cat & Nat’s ultimate guide to parenting in the digital age. Go to https://www.thecommonparent.com/guideFollow our parenting platform - The Common Parent - over on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecommonparentMake sure you subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bitly.com/catnatyoutubeCheck out our Amazon Lives here: https://bitly.com/catnatamazonliveOrder TAYLIVI here: https://taylivi.comGet personalized videos from us on Cameo: https://cameo.com/catandnatCome hang with us over on https://instagram.com/catandnat all day long.And follow us on https://tiktok.com/@catandnatofficial!
  • 84. Alli Webb Gets Messy

    36:25||Season 13, Ep. 84
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