Parents of the Year

You want your child to be happy, successful and confident. But when does wanting the best for them quietly turn into deciding what their life should look like?

In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Dr. Caroline get personal as one of their daughters prepares to move out. That milestone sparks a bigger conversation about the goals parents carry for their children and how easily our own experiences, missed opportunities a...

Are you ready to kickstart the new school year with ease and confidence?

Today, we recast an episode of Dr. Caroline's Overpowering Emotions podcast, where she presents valuable tips and strategies to ensure a smooth back-to-school transition. 

If you haven't already, check out these additional resources:

• Comprehensive guide to conquering back-to-school anxiety: https://korulearninginstitute.kit.com/conquerschoolanxie...

There is a moment that catches many parents by surprise.

The children are growing up, becoming more independent, and suddenly a new question appears:

Who am I outside of being Mom or Dad?

In this episode, Andrew and Dr. Caroline begin with a light-hearted conversation about adventure, risk-taking, and their very different comfort zones. That playful discussion quickly turns into something much deeper.

They explore how parenting has cha...

You walk into a room and can't remember why you're there. Your keys end up in the fridge. You forget permission slips, lunches and appointments, then wonder if you're simply becoming forgetful.

You're probably not.

In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Dr. Caroline explores what actually happens inside the brain after becoming a parent. They explain why "baby brain" isn't about losing intelligence, how caregiving changes...

AI companions are becoming part of everyday life, and many families have no idea how quickly they're finding their way into teenagers' worlds. Reports suggest that one in five boys between 12 and 16 either has an AI girlfriend or knows someone who does. That statistic raises important questions about loneliness, connection, emotional development, and what healthy relationships may look like for the next generation.

In this episode o...

You feel like every simple request turns into a debate. Picking up a backpack, putting away a phone, getting ready for bed, or helping around the house somehow becomes another power struggle. After enough of those moments, it's easy to wonder whether your child respects you at all.

In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Dr. Caroline explain why respect isn't something children automatically have for adults. It's somethin...

Schools teach algebra, chemistry, and history, but many children graduate without knowing how to earn, manage, save, or spend money wisely. That leaves one important question: who is teaching the financial skills they'll rely on for the rest of their lives?

In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Dr. Caroline sit down with financial educator Vince Shorb, founder of the National Financial Educators Council, to explore simp...

Respect doesn't suddenly appear during the teenage years. Responsibility, honesty, gratitude, and consideration for others are skills children learn through repeated teaching, consistent expectations, and everyday family interactions.

In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Dr. Caroline explore why many families struggle with disrespect, constant negotiations, and boundary battles. They explain why discipline should be vi...

Can the Words We Teach Our Kids Change Their Relationships?

Should children always reply "It's okay" when someone apologizes?

A conversation sparked by Brené Brown opens the door to a much bigger discussion about the language we teach children and the messages those words carry.

Andrew and Dr. Caroline explores why genuine apologies matter, why accountability should never disappear just because someone says "sorry," and ho...

When Is It Okay for Kids to Lie? A Parent's Guide to Honesty, Friendship, and Boundaries

As parents, we tell our kids to be honest. Then one day they use us as the excuse to get out of plans with friends.

So what happens when honesty feels harder than a harmless excuse?

In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Dr. Caroline tackle a surprisingly complicated parenting question: Is it ever okay to teach kids to lie?

The conversa...

Somewhere along the way, a lot of parenting shifted from leading to negotiating. We talk our kids into things, trade screen time for cooperation, and let the daily battles get decided by whoever has more energy that night usually not us.

In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Dr. Caroline dig into a quieter shift happening in a lot of homes: the slow handover of parental authority. Sleep, screens, food, and movem...

Are Parents Losing Authority? Why Respect at Home Is Breaking Down

Why are so many parents feeling ignored, dismissed, or completely powerless with their kids?

In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Dr. Caroline tackle the growing culture of disrespect happening at home, at school, online, and across society. From kindergarten graduation fights between parents to teens brushing off rules without a second thought, they unp...

Why Do Some Parents Actually Enjoy Parenting More Than Others?

Why do some families seem genuinely connected, even during busy seasons, while others feel like they’re running a constant relay race of chores, sports, and stress?

In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Dr. Caroline talk about the simple moments that shape strong family relationships long after childhood ends. From late-night talks and Sunday dinners to...

This week on Parents of the Year, Dr. Caroline and Andrew are joined by their youngest daughter  Willow for one of their most honest conversations yet.

From social media stress to family rules that actually work, this episode pulls back the curtain on life with teens. Willow shares why she is now grateful she did not grow up with unrestricted social media, what she sees happening with friends online, and why consistency matters...

In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Dr. Caroline tackles a concern many are facing right now: how do you raise children who enjoy reading when screens compete for every second of attention?

From bedtime stories and graphic novels to hockey intermissions with a book in hand, Andrew and Dr. Caroline share what worked in their own home raising readers. They talk honestly about screen dependency, why family reading habits...

Dr. Caroline and her husband pull back the curtain on the chaos, comedy, frustration, and heart behind parenting in an ADHD household.

From forgotten conversations and missed instructions to emotional overwhelm, impulsive comments, and the endless “Did you take your meds today?” jokes, this episode hits the realities many families live every day but rarely talk about out loud.

They share honest stories about:

The emotional...

When another parent pulls you aside and says your kid is the problem… what do you actually do?

In this episode, Andrew and Caroline get real about one of the hardest parenting moments: facing the possibility that your child is the one causing harm. From playground conflicts to teen behaviour that crosses a line, they unpack why so many parents jump to defensiveness and what it costs our kids when we do.

Through honest stories ...

Non-suicidal self-injury is showing up earlier and more often than many expect, and most adults feel unprepared when it does. In this episode, Andrew and Dr. Caroline talk openly about why kids hurt themselves without wanting to die, what it actually gives them, and why the usual reactions can make things worse.

Caroline breaks down what’s happening in the brain when emotions feel too big to handle, why pain can feel like reli...

Roblox isn’t just a game—it’s one of the most active online spaces kids are spending time in right now.

In this episode, Andrew and Caroline get real about what’s happening behind the screen. With over 150 million daily users—many under 13—this platform has become a digital playground where kids are interacting, spending money, and forming connections… sometimes with people they don’t...