In this festive episode of #ParentsoftheYear Caroline asks Andrew abut the joys and challenges of navigating family dynamics during the holidays. From setting boundaries with extended family to creating meaningful traditions, this episode is packed with practical advice for balancing expectations, managing conflicts, and fostering resilience in your kids.

Learn how to involve your children in holiday planning, embrace their autonomy, and avoid common parenting pitfalls like guilt-driven decision-making or crossing boundaries.

🎧 Plus, get actionable tips for creating a stress-free, memorable holiday season filled with connection and joy.

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In the second part of our discussion on entitlement, Andrew and Caroline tackle some of the most challenging—but crucial—aspects of parenting. This week, we explore:

• Why not rescuing your kids is an essential step toward fostering resilience.
• The importance of letting your kids sit with big emotions (and why it’s okay if it feels uncomfortable).
• How to embrace being "unpopular" as a parent—and why it’s sometimes necessary for your child’s growth.

Parenting isn’t always about being liked—it’s about raising children who are confident, responsible, and emotionally strong.

Plus, for those interested, the conversation was inspired by an insightful article that you can check out here: How to Un-Spoil Your Kid According to Parenting Experts.

Tune in now to discover how you can take these next steps in helping your kids thrive.

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Are you worried your child might be entitled?

Entitlement isn’t something any parent sets out to cultivate, but it can happen more easily than you think. The good news? It’s never too late to make a change.

In Part 1 of this two-part episode, Andrew and Caroline discuss practical, actionable steps parents can take to shift the dynamic and turn entitlement into responsibility, independence, and empowerment. By starting with small, everyday actions—and leading by example—you can foster the kind of balanced, healthy environment where your child will thrive.

If you’ve been wondering where to start or how to get back on track, tune in now, and don’t miss Part 2 next week, where we’ll continue even deeper into this vital parenting conversation.

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Today on #Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline chat with teen life coach Kevin about the power of mindset, active listening, and positive reframing to help kids thrive. Learn practical strategies for identifying red flags, empowering kids’ growth, and shifting your approach to foster independence and confidence. Whether you're navigating the challenges of teenhood or seeking solutions to strengthen your relationship with your child, this episode is packed with actionable insights and real-life examples.

About Kevin baker

Today’s guest is Kevin Baker, a Certified Professional Life Coach with a powerful mission: to empower teenagers by nurturing their self-esteem, confidence, and resilience. Drawing from his own experiences and deep passion for personal growth, Kevin inspires young minds to navigate their emotions and aspirations with strength and clarity. His philosophy, "Life Happens in the Mind," underscores his belief that true fulfillment comes from within. As a dedicated parent and coach, Kevin’s insights and empathy make him an exceptional guide for teens facing today’s challenges. Get ready to be inspired as Kevin shares his transformative approach to helping young people thrive. https://podfol.io/profile/kevin-baker

Get in touch:

Website: https://lifecoachkevin.com/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinebaker/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/TeenLifeCoachKevin/

Resources:

https://lifecoachkevin.com/ https://lifecoachkevin.com/blog

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Are we raising a generation ready for life's challenges—or shielding them too much?

Get ready for a lighthearted but real discussion on parenting, childhood resilience, and fostering independence! In this Parents of the Year episode, Caroline shares a news article to explore why today’s parents may not be teaching essential life skills.

Through stories from Japan, where deers attack and young kids learn to navigate on their own, to tales of North American parenting, Andrew and Caroline examine what happens when today’s parents overstep in their kids’ lives—going from simple overprotection to raising kids who can struggle with self-sufficiency, emotional regulation, and even good, old-fashioned problem-solving. And, most importantly, why a little struggle might just be the best teacher.

Read the article HERE

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In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline welcome Kimberly Grustas, founder of Good For You Girls, to discuss how parents can navigate the whirlwind of puberty with their kids (starting well before puberty actually starts). Together, they explore the critical role of hormones, how to recognize early signs of puberty, and tips for dads and moms alike to build strong connections during this pivotal time in their children's lives. Kimberly also shares the importance of embracing puberty as a superpower. Don’t miss out on this important episode to help make puberty a positive journey!

About Kim

Kim Grustas is the Founder and Owner of Good For You Girls Natural Skin Care – inspiring moms to protect what’s most precious – our girls. For more than 15 years, Kim has been instrumental in the growth of some of the country’s largest nutrition and supplement companies as a graphic designer, creative consultant and marketing adviser. Kim has lived and breathed the natural products industry, for more than 15 years. Most recently, she’s owned and operated an advertising and design agency in Connecticut, working exclusively with companies, which have made a commitment to natural products and services.

Get in Touch with Kim
Website: https://www.goodforyougirls.com/
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In this wild and offbeat episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew, Caroline, and their daughter, Maya dive headfirst into the unpredictable world of parenting. This episode goes all over the place from the art of being an annoyingly loving parent to a deeper conversation about what skills parents should have before taking the plunge.

Ever thought about having to train a chicken before becoming a parent? The family hilariously debates whether basic life skills (like lawn maintenance) and the ability to train a chicken should be mandatory for future parents.

Join them to get a glimpse of the chaos, humour, and realness of their family life, all while offering some unexpectedly insightful parenting lessons along the way.

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In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline dive into the all-too-common struggle of over-parenting.

From parents attending university orientations to learn how to "manage" their adult children, to navigating the fine line between guiding and helicoptering, they explore how to foster real independence.

Along the way, they share practical tips, personal stories, and laugh-out-loud moments—like accidentally turning a child’s work into mom’s handiwork.

Tune in to this candid conversation on letting go, supporting from the sidelines, and helping kids build their own lives.

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