Long Game Parent

Parenting was never meant to be a solo sport — especially for working parents trying to do it all. In this episode of The Long Game Parent, host and certified parent coach Lauryn Gregg explores what it really means to build your village — the network of people who help you navigate the complex, beautiful, and exhausting seasons of early parenthood.

From the emotional to the logistical, Lauryn breaks down how to create genuine suppor...

Feeling that knot in your stomach on Sunday night? Or EVERY NIGHT? You’re not alone. In this Five Minute Drill from The Long Game Parent, Lauryn Gregg breaks down what’s really behind the Sunday Scaries— or just that all around never ending wave of anxiety, dread, or restlessness that hits before the something stressful starts—and how to reframe it so you can face that stressor grounded instead of tense.

Learn a simple, actionable p...

The Sunday Scaries are real—especially for busy working parents trying to balance kids, careers, and their own well-being. In this episode of The Long Game Parent, coach Lauryn Gregg shares how to turn Sunday night anxiety into calm focus with simple, science-based strategies. Learn about regulation, grounding exercises, and how athletes use visualization to prepare for high-stakes moments—and how you can use the same tools for you...

What if your child’s tantrum, your teen’s silence, or even your coworker’s missed deadline isn’t just “bad behavior” — but communication? In this Five Minute Drill, we’ll break down a quick, practical way to reframe behavior as a message, not a problem. You’ll learn how to pause, translate what’s underneath the reaction, and respond with connection instead of frustration.

This short practice is designed for busy parents and working ...

Why do kids act out, shut down, or push our buttons at the worst times? What if every tantrum, eye-roll, or meltdown wasn’t bad behavior — but a message?

In this episode of The Long Game Parent, we dive into the powerful truth that all behavior is communication. Drawing from child development research, psychology, and real-life parenting moments, we’ll explore:

• Why kids’ behavior is often a reflection of unmet needs or big feelin...

Feeling anxious about raising kids in a scary world? In this Five Minute Drill episode of The Long Game Parent, learn how to create a simple, repeatable safety ritual that calms your child’s nervous system, builds resilience, and even works in the workplace. One small practice, big long-term impact.

Because raising kids in today’s world can feel overwhelming — the headlines, the uncertainty, the constant what-ifs. But here’s the...

Parenting today can feel overwhelming — school shootings on the news, social media pressures, and a world that doesn’t always feel safe. But here’s the truth, backed by science: our kids don’t need us to shield them from every scary headline or be perfect parents. They need something much more powerful — our consistency, repair when things go wrong, and daily moments of connection.

In this episode of The Long Game Parent, Lauryn Gre...

Is empathy a weakness—or the most underrated superpower we have? In this episode of The Long Game Parent, we unpack why empathy is not a “sin,” but an essential skill for raising resilient kids, building healthy relationships, and navigating today’s polarized world.

Lauryn explores the cultural backlash against empathy—why some voices dismiss it as dangerous or “new-age”—and breaks down the real history of the word, from its 19th-ce...

Back-to-school season can feel like chaos: new schedules, earlier mornings, endless forms, and kids adjusting to big transitions. But here’s the good news—routines, rituals, and traditions can turn that chaos into calm.

In this episode of The Long Game Parent, host Lauryn Gregg shares how predictable rhythms not only reduce stress during the school year but also strengthen family connection and resilience.

You’ll learn:

• Why routin...

When life gets busy, it’s easy to feel pulled in a hundred directions. But knowing—and living—your values helps you cut through the noise, show up with clarity, and guide your kids with confidence.

In this episode of The Long Game Parent, we explore why identifying your values is one of the most powerful tools for both parenting and leadership. You’ll learn:

- How to uncover your core values (and why they matter)

- Ways to use values...

If you’ve ever trained for a sport, you know you’re not just preparing for game day—you’re training for endurance, consistency, and adaptability. Parenting and building a career work the same way. They’re not sprints. They’re marathons.

Let’s reframe how working moms and dads can think about success at home and at work. Kids don’t remember every rushed bedtime or late pickup—they remember the patterns of love, safety, and trust. An...

Welcome to The Long Game Parent.

This is the podcast for working parents who want to raise resilient, confident kids while building meaningful careers—without losing themselves along the way. I’m Lauryn Gregg, a certified coach and working mom who knows how easy it is to feel like you’re constantly behind.

Each week, I’ll bring you strategies, stories, and practices that blend emotional intelligence, sports-inspired grit, and the rea...