We arrive at a bittersweet moment today, with our final episode of The Unqualified Parenting podcast. Over the years, we have journeyed through the wonderful chaos of parenting together - unqualified, unscripted, and entirely real. As we turn the page on this last chapter, we dedicate this finale to each and every one of you. Your comments, your emails, your voices became the soul of our show, transforming it into more than a podcast - a genuine community of people who shared laughter, tears, tr...
Jul 31, 2023•21 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Self-Care SOS: Unleashing the Power of Me-Time for Supercharged Parenting In this episode of Unqualified Parenting, we dive into the essential topic of self-care for parents. Discover the importance of taking care of yourself to become the best parent you can be. Join us as we explore practical tips and strategies for busy parents to incorporate self-care into their daily routines. Plus, we're excited to announce that Unqualified Parenting is going on a summer break! But don't worry, we'll be ba...
May 17, 2023•36 min
Things don't always work out, and knowing how to navigate divorce with your kids can feel impossible. Whether you're in a blended family and ready to throw in the towel, or in a traditional family, we have some tips for you to navigate the difficult situation of divorce. This episode is brought to you by TrueHeight! TrueHeight is a blueprint for growth for your kids! Did you know that nutritional deficiencies can prevent kids from growing to their optimal height? They've designed their products ...
Apr 03, 2023•29 min•Season 2Ep. 9
This episode of the Unqualified Parenting Podcast provides tips and advice on how to teach your children important life skills that will help them succeed. Learn how to teach your kids the basics of financial literacy, problem solving, communication, and more, and how you can use these skills to help your kids become more self-confident, independent, and fulfilled. So, tune in and follow us on Instagram @unqualifiedparenting and don't forget to send us your funniest stories! #unqualifiedparentin...
Mar 14, 2023•47 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Do you ever find yourself struggling with a child who is a master thief? Are you constantly finding objects missing and wondering what happened? On this week's episode of #UnqualifiedParenting, we're talking all about stealing! We'll discuss strategies to help limit stealing and how to handle it when it happens. Plus, we'll be sharing some stories sent in by our listeners. So, tune in and follow us on Instagram @unqualifiedparenting and don't forget to send us your funniest stories! #unqualified...
Feb 05, 2023•37 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Cody deeply apologizes for the delay in getting this episode to you. But, in this episode, we'll be looking back at the year that was and discussing some of the biggest parenting challenges we faced. We'll also be sharing our holiday plans and strategies for getting through the holiday season with our little ones. Join us for a reflective and informative episode as we close out the year and gear up for a new one. Questions, comments, concerns? Email us at hello@unqualifiedparenting.com Don't for...
Jan 16, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 6
In this episode, we discuss listener B's email, where she struggles with finding quality, one on one time with her partner while his kids are there. We've taken advice from similar situations from the internet, as well as pairing it with years of experience and our own research, to hopefully help B and her family find a happy resolution for their situation. The article referenced in this episode is: https://blendedfamilyfrappe.com/disengaging-essay Questions, comments, concerns? Email us at hell...
Dec 09, 2022•45 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this episode hosts Jen and Cody answer a selection of co-parenting questions from the internet. If you have any questions or ideas for topics we should cover, email us at hello@unqualifiedparenting.com.
Nov 07, 2022•40 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Being a stepparent is hard, especially if you're new at it! We have some tips to help you and your family navigate the tumultuous waters of becoming a functional, blended family, without losing your mind or your independence in the process. Questions, comments, concerns? Email us at hello@unqualifiedparenting.com Show Notes: https://www.marriage.com/advice/parenting/common-step-parenting-problems-and-how-to-deal/...
Oct 09, 2022•52 min•Season 2Ep. 3
What do you want this year to look like in regards to your child's schooling? Do you often make your kid's work your problem? It's time to set a goal and avoid falling into old habits! Cody takes us through a new strategy to help his daughter succeed this year in school and out of school. If you have any questions comments or concerns for the podcast, email us at hello@unqualifiedparenting.com . Don't forget to tell a friend!...
Sep 10, 2022•58 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Are you and your partner in a blended family and planning on having a baby of your own? Are you wondering why they call it an Ours Baby? How do you prepare your stepkids or biokids who are about to be a big brother or sister? What if your stepchildren live with you part time? How do you make them feel like they're not being pushed out, or pushed aside? We are here for you! We are back with our first episode of season 2 to help you new mommy and daddies, and relate to you step and bioparents out ...
Aug 04, 2022•53 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Do you have an attention seeking child or a bossy tween? Are you bewildered and don't understand where this behavior is coming from, or how to fix it? Try these 5 tips and be sure to email us with questions and stories at hello@unqualifiedparenting.com! Do you have questions, comments, or suggestions for what you want to hear next? Email us at hello@unqualifiedparenting.com and don't forget to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. References: Making Children Mind without Losing Yours by Dr. ...
Jun 07, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 81
We've all heard of dopamine, serotonin, endorphins and oxytocin, but how do we get those natural boosts of happiness? What happens if we're not getting enough of these things? We go over each in this episode, and the effects on your body and your relationships if you're not getting enough of these things. Shownotes: https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/how-to-increase-serotonin/ https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-increase-serotonin#takeaway https://www.healthline.com/health/endorphins#ho...
May 23, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 80
Whoa did we open a can of worms choosing the Nature vs Nurture topic! You've probably heard of this phrase, but maybe you don't understand which is which? We explain what each of these things mean, give examples of which is which, and we dive into the giant world of epigenetics. Epigenetics shows how trauma, malnutrition, and more can be past down through generations. Good news is, it can be reversed! This was a big topic so we were only able to lightly touch on it. If you're interested in learn...
May 09, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 79
We point out the benefits of disadvantages of breastfeeding and of formula feeding, and remind the listeners that fed is best! If you have a friend who is feeling guilty about their inability to breast feed, have them listen to this episode! Questions, comments, concerns? Email us at hello@unqualifiedparenting.com Show Notes: https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/infantandtoddlernutrition/breastfeeding/recommendations-benefits.html https://sleepingshouldbeeasy.com/guilty-breastfeeding/#:~:text=If%20you%...
Apr 25, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 78
Parenting comes with a lot of questions, and with all the research and studying we've done, we thought we'd take a crack at answering some of them. An important thing we noticed in some of these is how they were worded. If you have an important question to ask your partner, be sure to think about it before laying it out there. A poorly worded question can be taken defensively, or entirely wrong! It all comes down to communication. What works for some, may not work for you, and that's okay! If yo...
Apr 11, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 77
What this episode lacks in advice, it makes up for in relatable issues! We would love to hear from you. Any teen issues or blended family problems you might be dealing with, please send them to us! hello@unqualifiedparenting.com We love our listeners! And if you feel like you find our information valuable or relatable, please help us out by telling one friend about our podcast. Chances are, if we relate to you, we'll relate to your friends too! Thanks for listening!...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 76
Ep 75: Dealing with Death: Helping your child Cope with Loss Death is a part of life, and helping our kids through loss can seem overwhelming. We are dealing with so much ourselves, that sometimes knowing what to say, and what not to say, to your kid can seem like too much. In this episode, learn how to prepare them for the death of a pet or loved one, and things you can do to prepare them for the situation if you're fortunate enough to know ahead of time. Show notes: https://www.familyeducation...
Mar 14, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 75
With everything going right now in the world and our personal lives, we decided to take a brake for this episode. In place of our normal episode, please enjoy this 10 min of relaxing rain sounds. Please subscribe to the podcast, and don't forget to tell a friend!
Feb 28, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 74
We hope you've learned a lot so far listening to this podcast. In this episode, we quiz each other, and you dear listener, to see if you're taking what you've learned and adapting it to your life. Things like the 5 Love Languages, dating your partner, letting your kids fail, and more will be asked about. If you feel lost on any of these topics, we went over all of them in the past, but this should be a great refresher on taking care of YOU and living your best mom / dad / stepmom / stepdad life!...
Feb 14, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 73
Have you ever wondered if your kid has social anxiety? When should you worry? How do you help prevent them from developing social anxiety in the first place? We cover symptoms of children of all ages and tips to help prevent social anxiety, and to help them overcome it. Please subscribe to the podcast, and don't forget to tell a friend! Shownotes: https://www.psycom.net/social-anxiety-how-to-help-kids https://raisingchildren.net.au/toddlers/health-daily-care/mental-health/anxiety-stepladder-appr...
Jan 31, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 72
How do you make sure your children feel loved? How do you help them constructively deal with their anger? Your kids only get one childhood, it's not something that we can fix later, so let's make it a good one for them! We discuss all of this and more in this episode. If you have not heard of the 5 love languages, they are a game changer. Gary Chapman's books on this topic are life changing, truly. This one, co-written with Ross Campbell, was no different. Link to Book: https://smile.amazon.com/...
Jan 17, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 71
Unqualified Parenting shares their tips on raising adults. Some of these include things that are so much easier to teach before they move out, like personal hygiene, and emotional intelligence! We've also touched on letting kids fail a lot in the past, but letting them fail now vs. when they are an adult with real consequences, really hits home more as our kids grow up. Tune in and get ready to take some notes! If you have any topics you would like us to cover, you can email us at: hello@unquali...
Jan 03, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 70
If you're interested in learning about how to teach your child financing, and how to set up their allowance for success, we've got you covered! In this episode, we interview Charla McKinley with Beyond Personal Finance, about her finance teaching program, and how to get kids started at a young age. We also have some great segments on this episode! Don't forget to subscribe. Guest Bio Charla McKinley graduated from the University of Texas with a degree in Finance. She went on to become a Certifie...
Dec 20, 2021•55 min•Season 1Ep. 69
Did you know that 60% of college students change their majors at least 3 times? That is a lot of time and money wasted! We're here with Greg and Beth Langston, owners of the College Flight Plan to learn more about how we can start our children on a path of self-discovery, to save them precious time and money down the road. Have you wondered what age your kid should start preparing for college? Have you wondered if college is even the right choice for your child? We tackle these tough questions i...
Dec 06, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Why does she have to be constantly texting her or video chatting her friends? What is with these mood swings? Why are spats with her friends emotionally equivalent to armageddon? Find out what's literally going on in your teen girl's brain in this episode. Want to learn more? We recommend the book The Female Brain by Louann Brizendine M.D. Pregnancy Homicide? We thought it sounded crazy too, but we want you to be informed about the statistics. Please be sure to rate our podcast, follow us on ins...
Nov 22, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 67
Would you like to feel like an amazing parent? Listen to these Worst and Best Parent stories we've gathered. Some are so far back in history, you won't even feel guilty! You can't compare yourself to someone from the 800's. So tune in for some fascinating stories about who we think are the best and worst parents in history. Shownotes Balloon Boy on CNN - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wI6UONWCq7A&t=68s Smoking Baby - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4c_wI6kQyEChampion Stepdad Podcast https:...
Nov 08, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 66
Being in a blended family is challenging, especially during the holidays. You may have heard some of these before, but since your life is always changing, give yourself a refresher or you might even learn something new! If you have holiday survival tips, email us at hello@unqualifiedparenting.com . Please don't forget to tell your friends about us if you like our show!
Oct 25, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Are you feeling extra short tempered? Overwhelmed? Are you even starting to wonder if you're depressed? You might be experience parental burnout! Learn more about what this is, how to see it coming, and how to get out of the cycle you're in. Article on the impact of parental burnout - https://www.apa.org/monitor/2021/10/cover-parental-burnout. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Help is available Speak with someone today 24/7 800-273-8255 If you have a story or tips about parental burnout, emai...
Oct 11, 2021•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 64
What age is appropriate for learning how to call 911? How do I make teaching this topic less scary? How will they know what a real emergency is? We break it down for you! Also check out this awesome website for tips https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/911.html. If you have a story or tips about teaching kids to use 911, email us at hello@unqualifiedparenting.com . Please don't forget to tell your friends about us if you like our show!...
Sep 27, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 63
