Handling the Holidays While Minimizing Stress and Maximizing Joy

12/20/24 • 10 min

Podcast Description:

In this episode of The Parenting Breakthrough, Coach Rich dives into the unique challenges of navigating the holiday season with a neurodivergent or emotionally intense child.
From managing sensory overload and routine disruptions to handling family gatherings, you’ll learn practical strategies to reduce stress and create meaningful moments that work for your family.
Discover how to prepare for the holidays with actionable tips like creating sensory-friendly spaces, communicating with hosts, and packing a “holiday toolkit.”
Plus, explore ways to care for yourself during this busy season because a happy parent means a happier holiday for everyone. Tune in to make this holiday season more joyful and less overwhelming!

Keywords: neurodivergent parenting, holiday stress, sensory overload, parenting tips, emotionally intense child, family connection, self-care for parents.

You can always get my complete parenting system, and pay what you want for it at:
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Podcast Description:

Keywords: neurodivergent parenting, holiday stress, sensory overload, parenting tips, emotionally intense child, family connection, self-care for parents.

You can always get my complete parenting system, and pay what you want for it at:
https://TheParentingBreakthrough.com
Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ParentingBreakthrough

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How to Build Focus in ADHD Kids Without Medication

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Struggling to help your ADHD child build focus without relying on medication? In this episode of The Parenting Breakthrough Podcast, Coach Rich dives into practical, actionable strategies to help your child stay engaged, thrive, and embrace their unique strengths.

Here’s what you’ll learn:
🎯 How to create a focus-friendly environment tailored to ADHD brains.
🛠️ Tips for breaking tasks into manageable steps to reduce overwhelm.
🏃‍♂️ Why movement and visual aids can be game-changers for attention.
🧠 The power of brain-boosting games and positive reinforcement.

Key Insight: Focus is a skill that can be learned and developed with the right tools and mindset.

📘 For more support and personalized strategies, explore The Parenting Breakthrough Guide: https://theparentingbreakthroughguide.com/

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The Science of Co-Regulation and Why It Works

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Discover the transformative power of co-regulation in parenting on this episode of The Parenting Breakthrough! J
oin Coach Rich as we unpack the science behind co-regulation, exploring how your calm presence can help your child navigate big emotions, reduce meltdowns, and build emotional resilience.

Learn why co-regulation works—from engaging the nervous system to fostering emotional intelligence—and get actionable techniques you can use right away, like grounding activities and deep-breathing exercises.
Whether your child struggles with transitions, sensory overload, or self-regulation, this episode will equip you with tools to strengthen your bond and support their growth.

Tune in and discover how showing up with empathy and calm can shape your child’s emotional health for years to come. Don’t miss this insightful and practical guide to becoming the anchor your child needs!

You can always get my complete parenting system, and pay what you want for it at:
https://TheParentingBreakthrough.com
Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ParentingBreakthrough