Connecting with the Other Parent/Adults How do we build meaningful connections with other adults involved in our child’s life? Whether it’s a co-parent, a stepparent, a grandparent, or a teacher, these relationships can profoundly impact our children’s experiences. In this episode, Anne and her guest, Chelsey dive into the importance of authenticity when connecting with other adults. Anne shares insights on how to navigate these often-complex relationships by first connecting with ourselves, embracing both the strengths and the vulnerabilities we bring to the table. Together, they explore the value of showing up as our true selves and how this openness creates room for genuine communication and support that benefits everyone involved—especially the kids.

Dementia What happens when a loved one begins to experience memory loss or personality changes? How do we, as their family members, navigate the challenges of Dementia while preserving connection and care? In this episode, Anne shares her personal experience caring for her mother, who lived with dementia in the last years of her life. Through heartfelt stories, Anne opens up about the progression of her mother’s condition, the ups, downs and surprising moments of joy and connection that emerged along the way. Tools from Anne: Meet them where they are and know that they are doing the best they can. Don’t make them wrong for forgetting … they can’t help it. Be 100% present with them … not in your head, not in the future, not in the past … right here, right now. Pay attention to your energy … do they light up when they see you or when you walk in the room? Speak to them from your heart. Be kind to yourself and to them, as you navigate the changes all this creates in your relationship together.

All About Blended Families Is it possible for blended families to move beyond whatever occurred in the past, and actually get along in ways that work not only for the kids but for the parents as well? Join Anne and her nephew, Drew, as they talk about their families and as Drew describes the decisions he and his ex-wife made, and how they live by those decisions!

All About Grandparents What is it about the job of being a grandparent that makes it so different from the job of being a parent? Join Anne as she talks with two friends, Sally and Kathy, about their experiences, not only as grandparents, but also as parents watching their kids be parents. Anne has known them since their kids were toddlers-to-elementary-school ages, and, now, Sally’s son and one of Kathy’s daughters are parents themselves.

Does it seem as if you speak different languages? Do you wonder where they went? Do you wonder who they are? Have listen with Anne and Erin.

What is required in order for you to communicate with your kids in a way that works for both of you?

Connection with other people... What is that? Does it have to do with your relationship with them? Or does it have more to do with the relationship you have with yourself? Join Anne & Chelsey...

Who is Anne Maxwell? Why this podcast?