Children don’t need perfect parents. They need connection.

In this episode, parenting coach Todd shares the roadmap every #mom and #dad can use to raise confident, resilient kids: secure attachment, predictable routines, and compassionate discipline. We dive into separation anxiety, morning meltdowns, screen-time struggles, and why staying calm matters more than being “perfect.”

Practical, science-backed, and full of real stories—this episode is your guide to building stronger relationships with your kids while keeping your own sanity.

[00:05:43] Becoming the Alpha Parent
[00:09:43] The 3 Realms for Successful Parenting
[00:15:54] Morning Meltdowns & Separation Anxiety: How to Fix It
[00:26:10] The 5–7 Shift: What Science Reveals About Your Child’s Brain
[00:29:02] Why “Goodbye” Matters: The Power of Bridging Rituals
[00:31:17] Gentle Parenting vs. Authoritarian: Finding the Balance
[00:34:42] Discipline Isn’t Punishment: Raising Kids with Leadership
[00:37:24] Why Kids Lash Out: The Science of Frustration
[00:43:09] The Crying Release: How Tears Build Resilient Kids
[00:52:34] Tech & Kids: What Steve Jobs Knew That Parents Forget
[00:54:10] The Dopamine Trap: Screens vs. Childhood Joy
[00:58:11] Parents’ #1 Struggle: Staying Calm When Kids Push Buttons
[01:04:21] Education Changes Everything: Why Kids “Can’t Just Use Their Words”
[01:07:30] Kids don't need Perfect Parents, they need Connection

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