Summer holidays are meant to be joyful—but the reality? Sibling squabbles, stressful visits to family, kids resistant to going to summer camp, and end-of-day meltdowns. We're trying to juggle it all and it can get too much for everyone. In this episode, parenting coach Camilla McGill explains why kids often struggle emotionally during the summer and how you can support them calmly and confidently. ✅ Understand why lack of structure causes big emotions ✅ Recognise signs of sensory over...

Disappointment is part of life — but that doesn’t make it any easier to watch a child struggle when they’re left out, overlooked, or let down. In this episode, parenting coach Camilla McGill shares 5 powerful steps to help children process disappointment and build emotional resilience — without rushing them to feel better or stepping in to fix it. Camilla explains how parents can: ✅ Respond with calm empathy when their child says, “It’s not fair — I never get picked” ✅ Stay connec...

Your child is begging, whining, or having a meltdown, and all you did was calmly say “no.” Suddenly, you’re second-guessing yourself, snapping, or giving in just to keep the peace. Sound familiar? In this episode, parenting coach Camilla McGill explains why holding boundaries is so hard, and how to do it in a calm, clear and kind way, even when your child shouts “You’re a bad mum!” in the middle of the supermarket. You’ll learn how to hold firm without losing your cool, while building r...

You’re doing everything you can to raise kind, respectful kids—but sometimes they push you to the limit. Maybe they scream at you, throw food, hit a sibling, or completely lose it over something small… and in that moment, you find yourself shouting, “Time out!” We’ve all been there. Time-outs seem like a quick fix—but in this episode, you’ll learn why they rarely work the way we hope, and what actually helps children calm down, feel safe, and make better choices next time. Inside this episode...

You’re trying your best to be a kind, calm, emotionally available parent—and yet your child is still shutting down, being rude, or melting down for no apparent reason. It’s frustrating, confusing, and sometimes heartbreaking. This episode will help you decode what’s really going on beneath the surface when your child acts out—and give you simple ways to stay emotionally connected, even when your child says “Nothing” and shuts you out. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: Why children often show...

Sibling rivalry driving you up the wall? From constant squabbles to explosive bath-time battles, it’s hard to know when to step in—and how to do it without always picking a side. Parenting coach Camilla McGill shares 4 clear, practical strategies to help you stay calm, avoid taking sides, and guide your children to work things out for themselves. These tools will help you bring more peace to your home while building empathy, cooperation, and lasting sibling connection. The 4 Key Strate...

Why do the simplest moments with kids — like putting on a coat — sometimes explode into shouting, tears, and slammed doors? Why do even the most loving parents find themselves saying things they swore they'd never say? In this powerful conversation, parenting coach Camilla McGill shares the three biggest mistakes parents unknowingly make — and, more importantly, how small shifts can completely transform the connection with a child. Listeners will hear a real-life "messy moment" that eve...

“You’re stupid!” “I hate you!” “Give me it – NOW!” If your child says things like this, you’re not alone — and you’re not doing anything wrong. But the truth is, hearing those words can be heartbreaking, especially when you’re trying to raise a kind and respectful human with good manners. In this powerful episode, parenting coach Camilla McGill shares why rudeness shows up so often — particularly with the people our children feel safest with — and what we can do to guide them without sh...

There’s a common parenting instinct to protect our children at all costs — and whilst that protective impulse is rooted in love, it can unintentionally hold our kids back. Listen to this episode to learn three powerful reasons why we need to raise independent kids and why wrapping our children in cotton wool can prevent them from developing essential life skills like resilience, self-trust and problem-solving. Camilla also offers practical, gentle ways to help your child learn to take a...

Is Your Toddler (or older child) Hitting, Biting, Snatching or Lashing Out? Here’s How to Handle It Few things feel as overwhelming as watching your child hit, bite, or lash out—especially in public. The embarrassment, the judgment from other parents, the pressure to make them say sorry… it can leave you feeling lost and frustrated. In this episode, I sit down with Katy, a mum navigating these challenges with her lively three-year-old son, Leo. Together, we unpack why toddlers act out physica...

Have you ever lost it with your kids? Parenting coach Camilla McGill explores these common, intense moments of parental stress through personal anecdotes and expert advice. You’re not alone in this, and losing it doesn’t define you as a parent. Tune in for practical strategies to recover, reconnect, and show your child what handling mistakes with love really looks like. 🎧 Listen and don’t forget to subscribe! Covering - ✅ Why these moments happen (it’s not just about the kids!) ✅ How gu...

Ever feel like your child knows exactly how to push your buttons? You’re not alone! In this episode, I’m joined by parenting expert and author Bonnie Harris, whose groundbreaking book When Kids Push Our Buttons and What We Can Do About It has transformed the way parents understand their emotional triggers. We dive deep into: ✅ Why kids' behaviour triggers us—and how it’s often rooted in our own childhood experiences. ✅ How to reframe our thoughts and reactions to build connection rather than ...

In this special coaching-style episode, Camilla sits down with Hannah, a busy doctor and mum of two young girls, to explore some of the daily parenting challenges she faces. From chaotic mornings to sibling struggles and the tricky topic of teaching kids to say sorry, they dive deep into practical solutions that foster cooperation, connection, and independence. You'll hear real-life strategies for: ✅ Making mornings smoother when you're solo parenting ✅ Encouraging independence in getting dre...

Do you ever feel like your child isn’t listening to you, no matter how many times you ask? In this episode, Camilla shares transformative strategies to help you talk so your kids want to listen. From managing expectations to adjusting your tone and engaging cooperation, you’ll discover tools that are effective and easy to implement. Why Kids Don’t Listen ImmediatelyUnderstanding their agenda vs. yours and why they’re not being deliberately disrespectful.How managing your expectatio...

Do your child’s tantrums leave you feeling frazzled and unsure of what to do? Whether your child is a toddler or a bit older, big emotions can be overwhelming for both kids and parents. In this episode, parenting expert Camilla McGill shares her personal experiences and practical tools for handling tantrums with empathy and boundaries. Camilla dives into three actionable strategies that can help you guide your child through emotional storms while maintaining your composure. She also busts th...

Does your child constantly ask for more, leaving you wondering how to teach them to value what they have? Are you afraid of raising a child who feels entitled? This episode holds the key to fostering gratitude and appreciation in your children, setting them up for lifelong happiness and contentment. Parenting expert Camilla McGill and her guest, Nicole Thompson, author of Little Things: Finding Gratitude in Life's Simple Moments, reveal six powerful strategies to encourage gratitude in your ...

Does bedtime leave you feeling like you’re losing control? Do you find yourself battling endless requests like “just one more story” or “I’m hungry”? Are you exhausted by the constant resistance, only to feel guilty for losing your patience? If you’re nodding along, you’re not alone, and this episode is here to help. In this episode of Raising Kids with Love and Boundaries, parenting coach Camilla McGill shares three transformative strategies to help you approach bedtime wit...

Discover essential insights and practical strategies to help your child manage sensory overwhelm, reduce emotional outbursts, and improve their overall well-being. Parenting coach Camilla McGill and occupational therapist Vicky Robinson explore three hidden triggers behind challenging behaviours and share actionable tips to address poor attention, noise sensitivity, and clothing issues. Learn how to support your potentially neurodivergent child compassionately and effectively,...

Have you ever wondered why traditional tactics like scolding, shaming, or punishment are ineffective in improving your child’s behaviour? In this Episode, parenting coach Camilla McGill emphasises the importance of nurturing emotional intelligence and setting compassionate boundaries. Camilla delves into how these punitive methods can harm self-esteem, create fear rather than respect, and weaken the parent-child connection. Instead, she advocates for guiding children w...

If you’re tired of bedtime battles and nighttime wake-ups, this episode is packed with practical tips to bring peace to your evenings. Camilla McGill is joined by sleep expert Gemma Davies to explore effective strategies for helping children sleep through the night.Together, Camilla and Gemma discuss the importance of consistency and how to create a calm, structured bedtime routine that works for the whole family. Key Takeaways: Align Your Values: Start by asking yourself how badly you want t...