Ask Mom Parenting Podcast with Sue Donnellan

Ask Mom Parenting Podcast with Sue Donnellanhttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-mom-parenting-podcast-with-sue-donnellan--6669286Sue Donnallen brings you the Ask Mom Parenting Podcast, on Word of Mom Radio, and welcomes you to leadership-driven parenting…where you become the calm authority your child listens to.]]>enParentingCopyright Sue Donnellanhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/004e2dab03fe0caa115f089848c30da9.jpgAsk Mom Parenting Podcast with Sue Donnellanhttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-mom-parenting-podcast-with-sue-donnellan--6669286Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:07:11 +0000Dori DeCarloSue Donnellansue@directconnections.orgStop Yelling & Get Kids To Listen! Sue Donnallen brings you the Ask Mom Parenting Podcast, on Word of Mom Radio, and welcomes you to leadership-driven parenting…where you become the calm authority your child listens to.Sue Donnallen brings you the Ask Mom Parenting Podcast, on Word of Mom Radio, and welcomes you to leadership-driven parenting…where you become the calm authority your child listens to.]]>falseepisodicKids & Smartphones on Ask Mom with Sue Donnellanhttps://www.wordofmomradio.com/ask-mom-sue-donnellan-kids-smartphones
Handing your kid a phone isn’t a tech decision, it’s a leadership one. In this episode,
Sue lays out the mindset and the must-haves that separate a calm, values-driven phone
handoff from a chaos spiral. We’ll show you how to define the why, set expectations that
actually stick, and avoid the most common trap parents don’t see coming, until it’s too
late.

What We Talk About
 The question to answer before you even look at devices
 How to decide readiness without using age as the yardstick
 The “first-phone” agreement that does the heavy lifting (and why most fail)
 Training-wheel options that buy you freedom without turning you into the phone
police
 The silent risks hiding in notifications, group chats, and late-night DMs, and the
simple way to defuse them
You’ll Walk Away With
 A tight structure for your Family Phone Agreement (purpose → boundaries →
safety → accountability)
 A quick gut-check to decide if now is the right time…or not yet
 A short list of safer first-device pathways to consider

Highlights
 Why this milestone is different from every other purchase
 Readiness: the three behaviors that matter more than age
 The agreement clause that prevents 90% of arguments
 Devices that ease you in (without opening the floodgates)
 The 3–6 month review that keeps you in the driver’s seat

Resources Mentioned
 Family Phone Agreement
 Quiz: Ask Mom “First-Phone Gut Check”
 Tools: Starter-device paths and monitoring options discussed in-episode
One-Liner to Remember
Don’t buy a phone - build a plan. The device is hardware; the rules are the
operating system.

Connect
 Sue Donnellan: AskMomParenting.com | Instagram | YouTube
 Work with Sue: Free consult | Programs & courses
Press play to get the blueprint, so the first phone builds trust, not drama.

🔗 Links & Resources:
· Free Facebook Group: Yell-Free Parenting for Exhausted Moms
· Sue’s Book: Secrets to Parenting Without Giving a F^ck
· Want 1-on-1 coaching? Book here
· Get Sue’s Weekly Newsletter: Subscribe now

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a mom who needs to hear it.

Please support UnsilencedVoices.org a global 501(c)3 nonprofit that empowers survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.

We thank Smith Sisters and the Sunday Drivers for our theme song, "She is You".

Be sure to connect with us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and come tell us your story!

WordofMomRadio.com - sharing the wisdom of women, in business and in life.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67872437Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:05:07 +0000Dori DeCarloKids & Smartphones: Rules Every Parent Should Set Before Handing Over a Phone Handing your kid a phone isn’t a tech decision, it’s a leadership one. In this episode, Sue lays out the mindset and the must-haves that separate a calm, values-driven...
Handing your kid a phone isn’t a tech decision, it’s a leadership one. In this episode,
Sue lays out the mindset and the must-haves that separate a calm, values-driven phone
handoff from a chaos spiral. We’ll show you how to define the why, set expectations that
actually stick, and avoid the most common trap parents don’t see coming, until it’s too
late.

What We Talk About
 The question to answer before you even look at devices
 How to decide readiness without using age as the yardstick
 The “first-phone” agreement that does the heavy lifting (and why most fail)
 Training-wheel options that buy you freedom without turning you into the phone
police
 The silent risks hiding in notifications, group chats, and late-night DMs, and the
simple way to defuse them
You’ll Walk Away With
 A tight structure for your Family Phone Agreement (purpose → boundaries →
safety → accountability)
 A quick gut-check to decide if now is the right time…or not yet
 A short list of safer first-device pathways to consider

Highlights
 Why this milestone is different from every other purchase
 Readiness: the three behaviors that matter more than age
 The agreement clause that prevents 90% of arguments
 Devices that ease you in (without opening the floodgates)
 The 3–6 month review that keeps you in the driver’s seat

Resources Mentioned
 Family Phone Agreement
 Quiz: Ask Mom “First-Phone Gut Check”
 Tools: Starter-device paths and monitoring options discussed in-episode
One-Liner to Remember
Don’t buy a phone - build a plan. The device is hardware; the rules are the
operating system.

Connect
 Sue Donnellan: AskMomParenting.com | Instagram | YouTube
 Work with Sue: Free consult | Programs & courses
Press play to get the blueprint, so the first phone builds trust, not drama.

🔗 Links & Resources:
· Free Facebook Group: Yell-Free Parenting for Exhausted Moms
· Sue’s Book: Secrets to Parenting Without Giving a F^ck
· Want 1-on-1 coaching? Book here
· Get Sue’s Weekly Newsletter: Subscribe now

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a mom who needs to hear it.

Please support UnsilencedVoices.org a global 501(c)3 nonprofit that empowers survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.

We thank Smith Sisters and the Sunday Drivers for our theme song, "She is You".

Be sure to connect with us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and come tell us your story!

WordofMomRadio.com - sharing the wisdom of women, in business and in life.]]>1799askmomparenting,kidsandparents,kidsphonerules,kids&smartphones,parenting,parentsandchildren,randeemoore,suedonnellanfalsefullEmotional Intellengence Made Easy on Ask Mom with Sue Donnellanhttps://www.wordofmomradio.com/emotional-intelligence-ask-mom-podcast
If “Use your words” and endless lectures aren’t changing behavior, this episode gives you the missing lever: emotional intelligence + intuition…so kids read the room, trust their instincts, and make better choices (without you yelling). Why listen

You’re tired of meltdowns, backtalk, and power struggles.
You want kids who listen, self-regulate, and make wise decisions…at school, online, and with friends.
You need practical scripts and a simple process you can run tonight.
You want your child comfortable in their authentic self, making choices in alignment with who they are, not just what the crowd expects.

What you’ll learn

“Read the Room” for families: the SEE → FEEL → USE mini-framework kids remember.
How to teach kids to trust their instincts (and how you model it).
The shift from “fit in” to “feel in”, why it upgrades confidence, mental health, and decision-making.
Authentic-alignment checks kids can use: “Does this feel like me? Does it match my values and my gut?”
The 360 & Release Method for tough decisions
Real-life examples (teacher, classmate, waitress): spot the unspoken and respond wisely.
The neuroscience link: why parental emotion-coaching builds focus, empathy, and stress recovery.

Episode highlights

“Stop telling kids to ‘be nice.’ Teach them to notice.”
“Feel first, then choose, use the gut without the guesswork.”
“Do their words match their actions?”
“The 10-second script that calms a meltdown without a power struggle.”
“Why kids raised to ‘feel in’ become the ones who don’t follow the crowd.”
“Approval vs. alignment: raise kids who choose what’s right for them, not what’s popular.”

**Want the scripts and step-by-step plan? Go to AskMomParenting.com → Help → Fight-Free Parenting Course. Teach emotional intelligence, set real boundaries, and get kids listening—starting today. Prefer live help? Book a free 30-minute consult. Leave with one step you can use tonight.

🔗 Links & Resources:
· Free Facebook Group: Yell-Free Parenting for Exhausted Moms
· Sue’s Book: Secrets to Parenting Without Giving a F^ck
· Want 1-on-1 coaching? Book here
· Get Sue’s Weekly Newsletter: Subscribe now
· AskMomParenting.com on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a mom who needs to hear it.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67710502Thu, 11 Sep 2025 12:00:09 +0000Dori DeCarloEmotional Intelligence Made Easy (Toddlers → Teens) If “Use your words” and endless lectures aren’t changing behavior, this episode gives you the missing lever: emotional intelligence + intuition…so kids read the room, trust their instincts, and make...
If “Use your words” and endless lectures aren’t changing behavior, this episode gives you the missing lever: emotional intelligence + intuition…so kids read the room, trust their instincts, and make better choices (without you yelling). Why listen

You’re tired of meltdowns, backtalk, and power struggles.
You want kids who listen, self-regulate, and make wise decisions…at school, online, and with friends.
You need practical scripts and a simple process you can run tonight.
You want your child comfortable in their authentic self, making choices in alignment with who they are, not just what the crowd expects.

What you’ll learn

“Read the Room” for families: the SEE → FEEL → USE mini-framework kids remember.
How to teach kids to trust their instincts (and how you model it).
The shift from “fit in” to “feel in”, why it upgrades confidence, mental health, and decision-making.
Authentic-alignment checks kids can use: “Does this feel like me? Does it match my values and my gut?”
The 360 & Release Method for tough decisions
Real-life examples (teacher, classmate, waitress): spot the unspoken and respond wisely.
The neuroscience link: why parental emotion-coaching builds focus, empathy, and stress recovery.

Episode highlights

“Stop telling kids to ‘be nice.’ Teach them to notice.”
“Feel first, then choose, use the gut without the guesswork.”
“Do their words match their actions?”
“The 10-second script that calms a meltdown without a power struggle.”
“Why kids raised to ‘feel in’ become the ones who don’t follow the crowd.”
“Approval vs. alignment: raise kids who choose what’s right for them, not what’s popular.”

**Want the scripts and step-by-step plan? Go to AskMomParenting.com → Help → Fight-Free Parenting Course. Teach emotional intelligence, set real boundaries, and get kids listening—starting today. Prefer live help? Book a free 30-minute consult. Leave with one step you can use tonight.

🔗 Links & Resources:
· Free Facebook Group: Yell-Free Parenting for Exhausted Moms
· Sue’s Book: Secrets to Parenting Without Giving a F^ck
· Want 1-on-1 coaching? Book here
· Get Sue’s Weekly Newsletter: Subscribe now
· AskMomParenting.com on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a mom who needs to hear it.]]>1887askmomparenting,askmompodcast,emotionalintelligence,parenting,parentsandchildren,randeemoore,suedonnellan,womradio,wordofmom,wordofmomradiofalse16fullBack to School Routines That Work on Ask Mom with Sue Donnellanhttps://www.wordofmomradio.com/back-to-school-ask-mom-sue-donnellan/Stop the Morning Chaos: Back-to-School Routines That Actually Work

Back-to-school mornings shouldn’t feel like a battle zone… but for most parents, they do.
Shoes disappear. Homework is “forgotten.” Emotions are high before you’ve even had coffee. In this episode of Ask Mom, Sue and Randee share what’s really behind morning chaos (hint: it’s not just about “getting the routine right”) and the surprising shifts that make mornings calmer, kids more cooperative, and parents a whole lot less stressed. You’ll hear:

The morning habit that makes everything easier… but most parents skip it.
Why less talking can get your kids moving faster.
How to catch meltdowns before they start — without adding more to your plate.
The one prep step you can do tonight that changes everything tomorrow.

This episode also has Q&A with real-world questions from parent newsletter subscribers…the kind most families can relate to. If you’ve ever thought, “There has to be a better way to start the day,” this episode will show you exactly where to start.

If you like what you hear, visit AskMomParenting.com and sign up for the newsletter, joining the free FB group or get 1:1 customized coaching with Sue. Follow on IG, FB Ask Mom Parenting or subscribe on YouTube *Just for listeners, get the free PDF - 20 Conversation Starters for After School (That Aren’t ‘How Was Your Day?’)? Email sue@askmomparenting.com

🔗 Links & Resources:
· Free Facebook Group: Yell-Free Parenting for Exhausted Moms
· Sue’s Book: Secrets to Parenting Without Giving a F^ck
· Want 1-on-1 coaching? Book here
· Get Sue’s Weekly Newsletter: www.AskMomParenting.com

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a mom who needs to hear it.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67362988Thu, 14 Aug 2025 04:18:20 +0000Dori DeCarloStop the Morning Chaos: Back-to-School Routines That Actually Work Back-to-school mornings shouldn’t feel like a battle zone… but for most parents, they do. Shoes disappear. Homework is “forgotten.” Emotions are high before you’ve even had coffee. In...Stop the Morning Chaos: Back-to-School Routines That Actually Work

Back-to-school mornings shouldn’t feel like a battle zone… but for most parents, they do.
Shoes disappear. Homework is “forgotten.” Emotions are high before you’ve even had coffee. In this episode of Ask Mom, Sue and Randee share what’s really behind morning chaos (hint: it’s not just about “getting the routine right”) and the surprising shifts that make mornings calmer, kids more cooperative, and parents a whole lot less stressed. You’ll hear:

The morning habit that makes everything easier… but most parents skip it.
Why less talking can get your kids moving faster.
How to catch meltdowns before they start — without adding more to your plate.
The one prep step you can do tonight that changes everything tomorrow.

This episode also has Q&A with real-world questions from parent newsletter subscribers…the kind most families can relate to. If you’ve ever thought, “There has to be a better way to start the day,” this episode will show you exactly where to start.

If you like what you hear, visit AskMomParenting.com and sign up for the newsletter, joining the free FB group or get 1:1 customized coaching with Sue. Follow on IG, FB Ask Mom Parenting or subscribe on YouTube *Just for listeners, get the free PDF - 20 Conversation Starters for After School (That Aren’t ‘How Was Your Day?’)? Email sue@askmomparenting.com

🔗 Links & Resources:
· Free Facebook Group: Yell-Free Parenting for Exhausted Moms
· Sue’s Book: Secrets to Parenting Without Giving a F^ck
· Want 1-on-1 coaching? Book here
· Get Sue’s Weekly Newsletter: www.AskMomParenting.com

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a mom who needs to hear it.]]>2882askmomparenting,backtoschoolmorningroutine,calmmorningroutineforkids,getkidsoutthedoorfast,howtogetkidsreadyforschoolwith,parentingtipsforschoolmornings,randeemoore,schoolmorninghacks,schoolprepforparents,stressfreeschoolmornings,suedonnellanfalse15fullAre You Training Kids to Ignore You on Ask Mom with Sue Donnellanhttps://www.wordofmomradio.com/training-kids-to-ignore-ask-mom-sue-donnellanDo you ever feel like your kid hears everything except you?

Like they can pick up a whisper about dessert three rooms away but somehow miss the rule you’ve said 17 times?

In this episode of the Ask Mom Parenting Podcast, we’re learning there’s more to your kid’s ‘selective hearing’…and you might be the plot twist.

👉 Are we…unintentionally…training our kids to ignore us? If you’ve ever:

Repeated yourself endlessly
Given in just to keep the peace
Or got talked in circles by a snack-sized negotiator…

Then you might be leaking leadership. And it’s costing you your credibility. Join Sue and Randee as they unpack:

What it really means to be “For Sale” as a parent
Why fewer rules, but 100% follow-through…is the secret to getting kids to listen
And how to course-correct, even if you’ve already caved more times than you can count

Plus: A real-world teen negotiation story, a 3-step plan to rebuild trust, and a powerful reframe on how holding the line builds respect, not resentment. You’ll learn:

Why inconsistency trains kids to test you
When the right time is to negotiate and when to hold the line
The power of a “training conversation” for rule setting
And what to do today to get your authority back

Perfect for parents who are tired of yelling, exhausted by pushback, and ready to be taken seriously again. If you like these idea and want more strategies that actually work when you’re tired and on your last nerve: -

🔗 Links & Resources:
· Free Facebook Group: Yell-Free Parenting for Exhausted Moms
· Sue’s Book: Secrets to Parenting Without Giving a F^ck
· Want 1-on-1 coaching? Book here
· Get Sue’s Weekly Newsletter: www.AskMomParenting.com

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a mom who needs to hear it.
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67181466Wed, 30 Jul 2025 12:00:09 +0000Dori DeCarloDo you ever feel like your kid hears everything except you? Like they can pick up a whisper about dessert three rooms away but somehow miss the rule you’ve said 17 times? In this episode of the Ask Mom Parenting Podcast, we’re learning there’s more...Do you ever feel like your kid hears everything except you?

Like they can pick up a whisper about dessert three rooms away but somehow miss the rule you’ve said 17 times?

In this episode of the Ask Mom Parenting Podcast, we’re learning there’s more to your kid’s ‘selective hearing’…and you might be the plot twist.

👉 Are we…unintentionally…training our kids to ignore us? If you’ve ever:

Repeated yourself endlessly
Given in just to keep the peace
Or got talked in circles by a snack-sized negotiator…

Then you might be leaking leadership. And it’s costing you your credibility. Join Sue and Randee as they unpack:

What it really means to be “For Sale” as a parent
Why fewer rules, but 100% follow-through…is the secret to getting kids to listen
And how to course-correct, even if you’ve already caved more times than you can count

Plus: A real-world teen negotiation story, a 3-step plan to rebuild trust, and a powerful reframe on how holding the line builds respect, not resentment. You’ll learn:

Why inconsistency trains kids to test you
When the right time is to negotiate and when to hold the line
The power of a “training conversation” for rule setting
And what to do today to get your authority back

Perfect for parents who are tired of yelling, exhausted by pushback, and ready to be taken seriously again. If you like these idea and want more strategies that actually work when you’re tired and on your last nerve: -

🔗 Links & Resources:
· Free Facebook Group: Yell-Free Parenting for Exhausted Moms
· Sue’s Book: Secrets to Parenting Without Giving a F^ck
· Want 1-on-1 coaching? Book here
· Get Sue’s Weekly Newsletter: www.AskMomParenting.com

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a mom who needs to hear it.
]]>1792childbehaviorhelp,kidsnotlistening,parentalauthority,parentingboundaries,parentingconsistency,parentingleadership,parentingpodcast,stopnegotiatingwithkids,yellfreeparentingfalse13fullStop Overparenting on Ask Mom Parenting with Sue Donnellanhttps://www.wordofmomradio.com/stop-overparenting-sue-donnellan-ask-momHow to Stop Overparenting: Trust Yourself, Not Your Fear Episode Summary:
Are you doing everything for your child…and calling it love?
In this episode, Sue peels back the curtain on overparenting and calls out the subtle ways control shows up (micromanaging, rescuing, rushing, rewriting their essays) and how it can backfire. With insightful stories (including the moment a Montessori teacher politely called her out for still packing lunches), and real talk about self-awareness, fear, and the difference between leadership and control, Sue walks you through how to step back without falling apart.

What We Talk About:
The sneaky ways control hides in “good parenting”

Why micromanaging robs your kids of confidence, and you of your sanity
How fear fuels overparenting (and how to stop letting it drive the car)
The “structure not a script” strategy to give kids autonomy within boundaries
Why overcontrolling kids can turn them into rebels, people-pleasers… or liars
A decision-making skill you’re accidentally preventing your kids from developing
Instrument practice, friend choices, and the tightrope between encouragement and control
The parenting question that will change your day: “Am I helping or hovering?”
Your challenge for the week: Pick one place to loosen your grip and watch what happens

One-Liner to Remember:
"When we prevent our kids’ discomfort, we also prevent their growth. You want to raise a problem-solver, not a puppet." Parenting Power Tools From This Episode:

Boundaries vs. control checklist
Facilitator parenting model (structure, not a script)
Micro-moment practice: let them fail safely
Mantra: “Am I helping… or hovering?”
Connection-first strategy to build trust, not obedience

Why micromanaging robs your kids of confidence, and you of your sanity
How fear fuels overparenting (and how to stop letting it drive the car)
The “structure not a script” strategy to give kids autonomy within boundaries
Why overcontrolling kids can turn them into rebels, people-pleasers… or liars
A decision-making skill you’re accidentally preventing your kids from developing
Instrument practice, friend choices, and the tightrope between encouragement and control
The parenting question that will change your day: “Am I helping or hovering?”
Your challenge for the week: Pick one place to loosen your grip and watch what happens

One-Liner to Remember:
"When we prevent our kids’ discomfort, we also prevent their growth. You want to raise a problem-solver, not a puppet." Parenting Power Tools From This Episode:

Boundaries vs. control checklist
Facilitator parenting model (structure, not a script)
Micro-moment practice: let them fail safely
Mantra: “Am I helping… or hovering?”
Connection-first strategy to build trust, not obedience

Listener Challenge:
Pick one area where you’re over-involved. Is it homework? Doing laundry? Friend drama? Step back…on purpose. Let your child try. Let them fail safely.
Then watch them rise. Rate + Review:
Loving these no-filter conversations? Drop us a review and share this episode with a friend who needs to hear, “Hey, you don’t need to do it all.”

🔗 Links & Resources:
· Free Facebook Group: Yell-Free Parenting for Exhausted Moms
· Sue’s Book: Secrets to Parenting Without Giving a F^ck
· Want 1-on-1 coaching? Book here
· Get Sue’s Weekly Newsletter: Subscribe now  ]]>1824askmomparenting,overparenting,parenting,parentsandchildren,suedonnellan,womradio,wordofmomradiofalse13fullMom Guilt is Lying to You!https://www.wordofmomradio.com/mom-guilt-ask-mom-podcast-sue-donnellan/In this raw and real episode, we’re unpacking one of the most toxic emotions moms carry: guilt. Spoiler alert - guilt feels useful, but it’s actually hijacking your parenting, sabotaging your credibility, and weakening your connection with your kids.

We break down how to spot guilt in action, how it messes with your authority, and why it’s time to stop letting it drive your decisions.

You’ll learn the 4 categories of guilt, what to do when guilt creeps in, and how to parent with intention—not from a place of shame, regret, or people-pleasing.

“Guilt is a wasted emotion. Its only strength is deception…and you’re too damn strong to fall for it.”

What We Talk About:
· Why mom guilt is so common—and so destructive
· How guilt leads to overcompensating, flip-flopping, and emotional parenting
· The four categories of guilt and how to identify which one’s creeping in
· Why second-guessing yourself weakens your parenting power
· What it means to release guilt without losing accountability
· Practical mindset shifts and reset phrases you can use immediately
· How to stop guilt from living rent-free in your mind
· What to say when you’ve made a mistake—and how to move on fast
Tools You’ll Walk Away With:
· “I made a thoughtful decision, not a perfect one. That’s enough.”
· A guilt reset phrase you can use on repeat
· A new question to ask yourself when you’re spiraling: “Is this guilt mine—or did I absorb it?”
· A better way to model emotional resilience to your kids
· How to draw a hard boundary around your energy and stop the guilt cycle before it starts

One-Liner to Remember:

Guilt is not a parenting strategy. It’s a distraction dressed up as concern.

🔗 Links & Resources:
· Free Facebook Group: Yell-Free Parenting for Exhausted Moms
· Sue’s Book: Secrets to Parenting Without Giving a F^ck
· Want 1-on-1 coaching? Book here
· Get Sue’s Weekly Newsletter: Subscribe now

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a mom who needs to hear it.

The Ask Mom Podcast is part of WordofMomRadio.com - sharing the wisdom of women, in business and in life]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66774442Fri, 27 Jun 2025 16:35:09 +0000Dori DeCarloMom Guilt is Lying to You - Here's How to Shut it Down In this raw and real episode, we’re unpacking one of the most toxic emotions moms carry: guilt. Spoiler alert - guilt feels useful, but it’s actually hijacking your parenting, sabotaging your...In this raw and real episode, we’re unpacking one of the most toxic emotions moms carry: guilt. Spoiler alert - guilt feels useful, but it’s actually hijacking your parenting, sabotaging your credibility, and weakening your connection with your kids.

We break down how to spot guilt in action, how it messes with your authority, and why it’s time to stop letting it drive your decisions.

You’ll learn the 4 categories of guilt, what to do when guilt creeps in, and how to parent with intention—not from a place of shame, regret, or people-pleasing.

“Guilt is a wasted emotion. Its only strength is deception…and you’re too damn strong to fall for it.”

What We Talk About:
· Why mom guilt is so common—and so destructive
· How guilt leads to overcompensating, flip-flopping, and emotional parenting
· The four categories of guilt and how to identify which one’s creeping in
· Why second-guessing yourself weakens your parenting power
· What it means to release guilt without losing accountability
· Practical mindset shifts and reset phrases you can use immediately
· How to stop guilt from living rent-free in your mind
· What to say when you’ve made a mistake—and how to move on fast
Tools You’ll Walk Away With:
· “I made a thoughtful decision, not a perfect one. That’s enough.”
· A guilt reset phrase you can use on repeat
· A new question to ask yourself when you’re spiraling: “Is this guilt mine—or did I absorb it?”
· A better way to model emotional resilience to your kids
· How to draw a hard boundary around your energy and stop the guilt cycle before it starts

One-Liner to Remember:

Guilt is not a parenting strategy. It’s a distraction dressed up as concern.

🔗 Links & Resources:
· Free Facebook Group: Yell-Free Parenting for Exhausted Moms
· Sue’s Book: Secrets to Parenting Without Giving a F^ck
· Want 1-on-1 coaching? Book here
· Get Sue’s Weekly Newsletter: Subscribe now

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a mom who needs to hear it.

The Ask Mom Podcast is part of WordofMomRadio.com - sharing the wisdom of women, in business and in life]]>1476askmomparenting.com,askmompodcast,momguilt,parenting,suedonnellan,womradio,wordofmom,wordofmomradiofalse12fullEverything You Learned About Parenting is Wrong!https://www.wordofmomradio.com/debut-ask-mom-parenting-sue-donnellan/Everything You Learned About Parenting is Wrong!!!

Join us for the debut of the Ask Mom Podcast, Sue Donnellan, mom of four, parenting coach, and reformed yeller, has real, no BS conversations with Randee Moore about what really works in parenting.

Sue shares her powerful transition from old-school, authoritarian tactics to a leadership-based approach that actually improves behavior without power struggles. They dive into the research-backed reasons yelling, punishment, and timeouts backfire and why the “gentle parenting” trend often misses the mark by lacking clear leadership. Randee brings the data from the National Institute of Health, while Sue brings real-life experience and practical tools that shift family dynamics fast.

If you’ve ever asked yourself:
 “Why won’t my kid listen?”
 “Why do I feel like I’m losing control?”
 “How do I raise kids who respect me without fearing me?”
…this one’s for you.

What You’ll Learn:
– Why authoritarian parenting creates more defiance, not less
– The hidden downside of “gentle parenting”
– What it means to lead your child instead of managing behavior
– How to stop reacting and start role modeling
– A simple mindset shift to transform your home dynamic

Key Questions Discussed:
 When did you realize something had to change in your parenting?
 What’s your take on gentle parenting?
 What’s one area in your parenting you know isn’t working and how can you lead it differently?

Perfect for:
Parents who are tired of yelling, exhausted by power struggles, and ready to raise emotionally healthy, self-accountable kids without giving up their authority.

 Book a FREE Discovery Call
 FREE Parenting Resources
 AskMomParenting.com
 Join the Yell-Free Parenting For Exhausted Moms Facebook Group
 Get the Book: https://amazon.com/Secrets-Parenting-Without-Giving-Non-Conformist/dp/0578843838/

Our show is part of WordofMomRadio.com - sharing the wisdom of women, in business and in life]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66774312Fri, 27 Jun 2025 16:32:02 +0000Dori DeCarloEverything You Learned About Parenting is Wrong!!! Join us for the debut of the Ask Mom Podcast, Sue Donnellan, mom of four, parenting coach, and reformed yeller, has real, no BS conversations with Randee Moore about what really works in parenting....Everything You Learned About Parenting is Wrong!!!

Join us for the debut of the Ask Mom Podcast, Sue Donnellan, mom of four, parenting coach, and reformed yeller, has real, no BS conversations with Randee Moore about what really works in parenting.

Sue shares her powerful transition from old-school, authoritarian tactics to a leadership-based approach that actually improves behavior without power struggles. They dive into the research-backed reasons yelling, punishment, and timeouts backfire and why the “gentle parenting” trend often misses the mark by lacking clear leadership. Randee brings the data from the National Institute of Health, while Sue brings real-life experience and practical tools that shift family dynamics fast.

If you’ve ever asked yourself:
 “Why won’t my kid listen?”
 “Why do I feel like I’m losing control?”
 “How do I raise kids who respect me without fearing me?”
…this one’s for you.

What You’ll Learn:
– Why authoritarian parenting creates more defiance, not less
– The hidden downside of “gentle parenting”
– What it means to lead your child instead of managing behavior
– How to stop reacting and start role modeling
– A simple mindset shift to transform your home dynamic

Key Questions Discussed:
 When did you realize something had to change in your parenting?
 What’s your take on gentle parenting?
 What’s one area in your parenting you know isn’t working and how can you lead it differently?

Perfect for:
Parents who are tired of yelling, exhausted by power struggles, and ready to raise emotionally healthy, self-accountable kids without giving up their authority.

 Book a FREE Discovery Call
 FREE Parenting Resources
 AskMomParenting.com
 Join the Yell-Free Parenting For Exhausted Moms Facebook Group
 Get the Book: https://amazon.com/Secrets-Parenting-Without-Giving-Non-Conformist/dp/0578843838/

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