APtitude Podcast

Michelle McHale & Michael Brown•www.podcasts.com

Welcome to the exclusive APtitude podcast series created by Attachment Parenting UK directors, Michelle McHale and Michael Brown. APtitude throws a fresh light on the hottest parenting topics including mood, boundaries, aggression, tantrums, praise, rewards and sleep! APtitude podcasts are complimentary content to the Positive Discipline Course and can be used as refreshers when the need arises - you'll know when that is! Be sure to tell your friends about APtitude!

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Episodes

Toddlerhood; The Most Violent Time Of Life

On this episode we are going to explore why aggression in young children is such a a common behaviour. We are going to help you focus on how best to deal with aggression when it does happen and why it is not necessarily a reflection of poor parenting.

May 07, 2018•25 min

The Surprising Outcomes Of Rewards & Praise

On this episode we explore the difference between praise and encouragement and why rewards are not as effective as you think. We are going to help you focus on how to offer praise in a meaningful and authentic way and to have courage to parent without using the lure of rewards.

May 07, 2018•24 min

How To Respect Tantrums & Power Struggles

On this episode we explore why tantrums can feel so uncomfortable, even contagious and how to step out of a power struggle. We are going to help you focus on why tantrums cannot be managed, what is developmentally normal and how to curb your reactivity levels.

May 02, 2018•30 min

Setting Boundaries With Love Not Fear

On this episode we explore why setting boundaries can often feel exhausting, especially when you anticipate the childs reaction or you feel guilty for saying no. We are going to help you focus on why knowing your own values and providing safety can help you feel more confident in setting boundaries with love and clarity.

May 02, 2018•27 min

Why Mood Matters

On this episode we explore why sometimes your child feels deliberately irritating and at other times totally delightful. We are going to help you focus on why mood matters and how it is probably the single most important thing that impacts your parenting.

May 02, 2018•28 min

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