As busy moms, we can often feel like we are not getting motherhood “right”. Holly Swenson joins us today on the show. She is the award-winning author of Stop, Drop, Grow, and Glow, a registered nurse, and wellness blogger. She joins us to talk about the 5 rights of parenting and how she uses these positive parenting tips, or parenting check-ins, to feel more connected as a parent.
Today we discuss…
- Reaction versus response and why the difference is critical
- The 5 “rights” of parenting to touch base with yourself as a support protocol
- What it means to be in the moment with your child
- Understanding your intent when you interact with your child or teen
- Choosing how to repair when you make a mistake
- Sharing your uplifting thoughts with your children instead of simply thinking those thoughts
- Using the power you have in your family
- Giving your children a voice
- The importance of giving love in many ways
- Why you should learn to pause and reflect versus always living in busy
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Show Notes: Positive Parenting Tips
Hey, hey friend! Welcome to Episode #206 of The Secrets of Supermom Show!
🎙️ Do you feel like you’re juggling a thousand things and still not getting it all done? You listen to podcast after podcast trying to find the best way, but it feels like you must be doing something wrong. If you could just find the perfect schedule or the perfect planner, you could unlock the secret. What if I told you that you can do it all, without actually doing it all?
Inside The Supermom Society–our private community designed just for busy moms like you–we get it.
Every week, together, we help you create a plan that feels both productive and doable. Every month, we help you create a solid plan to boost your energy, sharpen your time management skills, and connect you with other moms who are ready to beat burnout for good.Being a mom is tough, but you don’t have to do it alone. Today is your day to join us in The Supermom Society! Visit www.thesupermomsociety.com for all the details. I can’t wait to see you inside!” 🎙
Holly Swenson joins us today on the show. She is the award-winning author of Stop, Drop, Grow, and Glow, a registered nurse, and wellness blogger. She joins us to talk about the 5 rights of parenting and how she uses these positive parenting tips, or parenting check-ins, to feel more connected as a parent. Holly is a mom of four boys, and I am excited for you to meet her today!
Today we discuss…
- The 5 “rights” of parenting to touch base with yourself as a support protocol
- What it means to be in the moment with your child
- Understanding your intent when you interact with your child or teen
- Choosing how to repair when you make a mistake
- Sharing your uplifting thoughts with your children instead of simply thinking those thoughts
- Using the power you have in your family
- Giving your children a voice
- The importance of giving love in many ways
- Why you should learn to pause and reflect versus always living in busy
- Reaction versus response and why the difference is critical
Are you interested in learning more about Holly Swenson?
www.instagram.com/hollyswenson_liveyourglow
About Our Guest: Holly Swenson
Holly Swenson, BSN, RN, is an award-winning and best-selling author of Stop, Drop, Grow, & Glow, a revolutionary book on conscious parenting. She is also a wellness blogger and perpetual student of life. She brings her wisdom and lived experience to the forefront of her writing as a means to help others on their parenting and personal path. She has found that beyond being a mother and devoted wife, writing and sharing with others is one of her deepest purposes in life and it is the ultimate motivation for her to help uplift and encourage fellow beings around the world. Internal and external change is possible, one word at a time. That is her favorite part about being an author; opening a door that may forever bring more peace, healing, and clarity to the reader. When she is not writing at home or in her favorite tea shop, she spends her time with her husband and boys enjoying the outdoors, gardening, doing yoga, traveling, giving back, and living life to the fullest.
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About the Host: Lori Oberbroeckling
Lori Whitney Oberbroeckling is a mom of four, corporate leader, podcaster, productivity expert, and author of the book Secrets of Supermom: How Extraordinary Moms Succeed at Work and Home & How You Can Too!
She is passionate about helping parents who want fulfilling careers–or side hustles or passion projects–while also wanting to feel present and connected to their families.
