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Do Less Parenting

Robyn Isman
Parenting
Anxiety
Child Development
Resilience
Mental Health
Emotional Regulation
Emotional Resilience
Independence In Children
Supportive Parenting
Middle School Parenting
Relational Aggression
Boundaries
Extracurricular Activities
Childhood Emotions
Supportive Parenting Of Anxious Childhood Emotions
Bedtime Anxiety
Gender Roles
Boundary Setting In Parenting
Pediatric Sleep Training
Parenting Time

Welcome to Do Less Parenting, the show for parents who are ready to stop overdoing and start raising braver, more resilient kids.

Hosted by Robyn Isman, parent coach, SPACE-trained practitioner, and mom of three, this podcast is your weekly permission slip to do less—because stepping back doesn’t mean giving up; it means giving your child the space to grow.

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The Mental Load Revolution, Raising Kids Who Notice and Contribute with Sam Kelly and Kristen McNeely

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Meaghan Hampton
Christian counselor and founder of Soul Care for Families
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Episode: 18: Parenting with Understanding, How Self-Awareness and Connection Shape the Way We Respond with Meaghan Hampton
Dr. Noelle Santorelli
Clinical psychologist with a focus on relational aggression and family dynamics.
Owner of a private practice in Atlanta, Georgia
Episode: 17: Understanding Relational Aggression, Helping Kids Navigate Social Dynamics with Dr. Noelle Santorelli
Dr. Corinne Low
An economist and professor at Wharton studying the economics of being a woman.
Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
Episode: 16: Doing Less is the Path to Balance with Dr. Corinne Low
Courtney Montgomery
Author and advocate for parenting anxious children
Episode: 15: Parenting an Anxious Child when you’re anxious too! Tools and Truths with Courtney Montgomery
Bridget KerMorris
Marriage and family therapist, parenting coach, and mom of seven
Episode: 14: Connection Over Control, Parenting with Curiosity with Guest Bridget KerMorris
Ellanee Wilson
A pediatric sleep coach and educator
self-employed sleep coach
Episode: 13: Parenting through Bedtime Anxiety, Boundary Setting and the Need for Sleep!
Joanna Hardis
Licensed social worker in Cleveland, Ohio, and author specializing in anxiety disorders and parenting
Episode: 12: Building Resilience Together, Supporting Parents Through Their Own Anxiety

Hosts

Robyn Isman
Host of Do Less Parenting and parent coach; SPACE-trained practitioner
Kristen McNeely
Licensed marriage and family therapist and board certified behavior analyst

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Thanks for making us better parents!

    Robyn gives us a new lens on how to help our kids. Doing less is actually doing so much more, and while doing less sounds appealing, it can be really really hard! Looking forward to so many more episodes! Thank you for supporting us in being better parents!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MamaRana<3
    United States10 months ago
  • My new favorite podcast!

    I highly recommend this podcast for all parents! There are so many incredible and helpful nuggets in here. I love it and find it practical and empowering. She is so thoughtful, relatable, caring and provides real advice for being a supportive parent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fiesta96
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the reframing of parenting tasks as space for growth rather than control.
The host is described as thoughtful, relatable, and practical, with real-world advice for anxious children.
The show is valued for its compassionate tone and actionable strategies that protect parental well-being while supporting kids.

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20: Closing Season One, Most Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What age should my kid be for this?
SPACE can support children of any age as it focuses on the relationship between parent and child rather than age.
20: Closing Season One, Most Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I know if my kid is presenting with anxiety or if this is just their personality?
Look at their reactions before activities; if there's significant worry or anxiety during anticipation, that's indicative.
20: Closing Season One, Most Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does my kid need to be formally diagnosed with anxiety in order for SPACE to help us?
No, SPACE can help even if a child is not formally diagnosed with anxiety.
18: Parenting with Understanding, How Self-Awareness and Connection Shape the Way We Respond with Meaghan Hampton
Q: What is one thing in 2025 that you would want parents to start doing less of?
I would say do less of to stop taking your child's behavior personally.
15: Parenting an Anxious Child when you’re anxious too! Tools and Truths with Courtney Montgomery
Q: Are there ways that guilt comes up in your parenting? Does anxiety play a role in that cycle?
There's definitely guilt knowing that I can't rescue my daughter when she's feeling anxious, even though I know it's for her benefit.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Do Less Parenting

What is Do Less Parenting about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on reducing parental over-involvement to foster resilience and independence in kids, with a steady emphasis on the SPACE framework and practical, relationship-focused parenting strategies. Across episodes, topics span anxiety in children, boundary setting, understanding adolescent and school dynamics, sleep and bedtime routines, and navigating social challenges like relational aggression, all through a lens of compassionate parenting that preserves parent well-being. The format typically features expert guests and practitioner hosts who share actionable tools, real-world examples, and evidence-informed approaches, making it especially helpful for listeners who want calmer, more effective ways to support their children witho... more

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