Your Calm Parenting Path

What if the voice inside your head wasn’t so harsh? 

In this episode, we explore self-compassion in parenting - what it is, how it differs from self-indulgence, and how it can transform your relationship with yourself and your kids. 

We’ll unpack the difference between guilt and shame, reflect on the Buddha’s parable of the two arrows, and learn how to apply Kristin Neff’s three principles of self-compassion to real-life parenting ...

Parenting can feel overwhelming, messy, and at times isolating - but it doesn’t have to be. 

In this episode of Your Calm Parenting Path, host Nina Visic, mindful parenting coach and founder of Mindful Parenting Lifestyle, is joined by fellow coach Natalie Ventura, founder of See Me Circle.

Nina and Natalie first connected through Hunter Clarke-Fields’ Mindful Parenting Teacher Training, where they both trained to support parents w...

Afternoons with kids can feel like chaos - snacks, meltdowns, homework battles, and no time to breathe. But it doesn’t have to be that way. 

In this Parenting Path in Action episode, we walk through the afternoon transition step-by-step: from the school pickup to dinnertime - so you can find your rhythm and reset the tone of your evenings.

If your afternoons are full of clashing needs, tired kids, and rising tension, this episo...

What if you could finally let go of mum guilt? 

In this episode of Your Calm Parenting Path, Nina speaks with Dr Camille Guillerey, wellness and mindset coach for working mums, about the role of self-talk and how it shapes your experience of motherhood. 

Together, they explore why guilt shows up, how it can spiral into shame, and the simple language shifts that can bring more kindness into your everyday parenting.
 
 

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In this deeply honest episode of Your Calm Parenting Path, we unpack the four challenges so many mums are silently struggling with: the invisible mental load, the constant pressure to regulate yourself, the unrealistic expectations to do it all, and the reality of still being the default parent - even when you have support.

You’re not failing. You’re just carrying too much. And you deserve space to breathe, reflect, and feel seen.

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When your child has learning differences, it can be hard to know how to help without making learning feel like more pressure. 

In this episode of Your Calm Parenting Path, I’m joined by educator and mum Emily Fogg, founder of Wise Owl Tuition, to explore the best ways to support children who learn differently - including those with dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD, autism, and other unique learning profiles.

We talk about evidence-based ...

If you’re tired of asking your kids to clean their room - only to end up in a power struggle, or worse, doing it yourself - this episode is for you. 

I’ll walk you through how to figure out what you’re actually asking for (and why), a simple three-step mindful approach that works for all ages, and fun ways to make tidy-up time easier, especially for little ones. 

We’ll also talk about how simplifying your child’s space can lower st...

Your teen’s brain is under construction - literally. And what’s happening inside has everything to do with their mood swings, risk-taking, and emotional ups and downs. 

In this conversation with teen coach Eugenia Gallo, we explore what’s really going on during the pre-teen and teen years and how parents can respond with support instead of control.

If you’ve ever wondered why your child seems like a totally different person as ...

This is a deeply personal episode for me.

Earlier this year, one of my children got in trouble at school for being unkind to a classmate. I was surprised and I wasn’t quite sure what to say or do. I had that voice in my head whispering, “What did I do wrong?” and “How should I handle this?”

It took a pause - and a deep breath - for me to come back to my mindful parenting roots. The principles I’ve shared with so many others suddenl...

Why do some children find friendships so overwhelming? In this heartfelt episode, I chat with Kaz Parrott - Children’s Emotional Wellbeing Specialist and founder of Raising Connected Kids - about the challenges many kids face when navigating social situations. If your child has ever said, “No one wants to play with me,” this one’s for you.

We explore the traits that can make friendships trickier for some children, the common mistake...

We all want our kids to feel heard - but truly listening, especially in the messy moments, is harder than it seems. 

In this episode of Your Calm Parenting Path, we pick up from Part 1 (Episode 12) and walk through four powerful steps for mindful, effective listening. 

These are the skills that help your child feel seen, understood, and connected to you - without needing to fix or rescue them. If you’re ready to transform the way you...

In this two-part series, we’re exploring one of the most important - but often overlooked - skills in parenting: truly listening. In Part 1, you’ll uncover the common communication roadblocks that get in the way of connection with your child.

When our kids come to us with big emotions, our first instinct is often to jump in with advice, solutions, or even corrections - but these well-meaning responses can shut the conversation down...

Are you tired of feeling like it’s all on you? 

This week on Your Calm Parenting Path, I chat with Eva Rado, creator of the re-WHYR Communication Framework, about how to stop doing it all and start building a shared sense of responsibility at home. 

Whether you're a mum in business, a stay-at-home parent, or working full-time, this conversation will help you rethink the mental load and make meaningful change.

We talk about why tr...

What does play have to do with parenting? 

More than you might think. In this episode of Your Calm Parenting Path, we explore how both shared and independent play can nurture connection, build resilience, and support emotional regulation - for both you and your child. 

Whether you're crawling through couch cushion castles or encouraging solo storytelling, play offers profound benefits for every age and stage.

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Ever wondered if mindful parenting can really make a difference in the chaos of everyday life? 

In this episode, I’m joined by Emily Fogg—mum, educator, and founder of Wise Owl Tuition—as she shares her honest story of navigating tantrums, power struggles, and parenting challenges, all while balancing a growing family and a busy work life. 

You’ll hear how she transformed her approach, the surprising mindset shifts that helped, and...

Ever feel like setting boundaries with your kids turns into a shouting match or leaves you wracked with guilt? 

In this episode, we’ll explore how to set calm, clear boundaries that actually help your child feel safe and secure - without the yelling, the threats, or the endless power struggles.

Boundaries don’t have to feel like punishment. In fact, when we hold them with confidence and kindness, we teach our kids that they’re ...

Parenting a child with ADHD can feel like an emotional rollercoaster - one minute you’re calm, the next you’re triggered, and you’re left wondering how to keep it together. 

In this episode, I’m joined by accredited ADHD parent coach Susan Hughes, who shares her personal story of parenting a child with ADHD, the turning point that changed everything for her, and how she learned to regulate her emotions so she could support her ...

Ever feel like mornings are a never-ending battle of nagging, rushing, and meltdowns? 

This episode is a little different - it’s what I call a Parenting Path in Action episode.

That means I take you step by step through a common parenting challenge and share practical, mindful strategies you can try right away.

Today, we’re tackling mornings - the chaos, the resistance, the rushing - and turning them into opportunities for conn...

Ever feel like you’re constantly repeating yourself, nagging, or stuck in a power struggle with your child? 

What if the secret to better behaviour isn’t being stricter, or louder - but being more connected?

In this episode of Your Calm Parenting Path, I’m diving into why kids listen better when they feel safe and seen, and how small moments of connection can lead to big changes in cooperation. 

We’ll explore the role of attachment...