Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without Punishments
Michelle Kenney, M. EdAre you sick of parenting with the ideas of yelling and shame and looking for something that feels better, is different, but still has a sense of boundaries and limits?
Welcome to Peace and Parenting! Michelle is a former teacher, counselor, certified parenting coach, mom of two teens, recovering yeller, and perfectionist who parents without using punishments altogether. And guess what? It works!... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 443 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationKids & FamilyParentingHow To | |||
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Most of us were raised to believe that an obedient child is a safe child. I believed it too, for a long time. But the truth is the opposite, and it took me years of parenting and coaching to really see it. A child who is trained to always comply, who... more
I’m back, and I’m coming in honest.
After losing my dad last year, I stepped away from the podcast, my work, and the pressure to keep performing as a parent. In this return episode, I reflect on what three months of cocooning taught me about grief, ... more
Your child isn't "being bad", they're trying to tell you something. In this episode, I break down the five real reasons children misbehave and why the punishments, time-outs, and consequences you've been relying on are actually making behavior worse.... more
Today's episode comes with a heavy heart as I share a very personal update. My beloved father, Papa, recently passed away after a three-year battle with cancer. For those who knew him or followed my posts, you know he was my steadfast parenting partn... more
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- Such a great podcast
I’m new to this podcast, but I’m really loving the real raw conversations and real life support for parenting and just for who we are as parents, loved the episode with Mary Can Geffen!
Apple Podcasts5rebeccadollard
United States6 months ago - Life saving
I discovered Michelle and her podcast when my daughter was 2,5 y.o. And it’s been life changing. She helps me to see my default reactive patterns and how they play out in my relationship with my child. I also learn not to judge myself too harshly for mistakes and it helps me to be kinder towards my daughter. I’m fully committed to parenting without punishment and bribing and prioritizing my relationship over agenda. I highly recommend this podcast and Michelle as a coach to those parents that fe... more
Apple Podcasts5akentjevaUnited Statesa year ago - Podcasts are a joke
All she talks about is joining her group and buying her courses. Doesn't even give advice in her podcast. Felt like a huge waste of my time.
Apple Podcasts1NicolerybUnited Statesa year ago - HEALING
Michelle’s work heal my inner world. Her impact is truly something special. To see children through a clear lens is the magic, is the path, is the salve for human kind. Thank you for all you share, and how you share it—for being you.
Apple Podcasts5KCobabeUnited Statesa year ago - Thank you!
Hi Michelle! I wanted to express my gratitude for your amazing podcast. It has changed our family life at home in such a positive way. Our house is now calmer, happier and more care-free. Thank you for the amazing work you do and for sharing it with us!
Apple Podcasts5Texas2013!United Statesa year ago
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The show centers on intimate, practical approaches to parenting that favor connection over punishment. Episodes frequently explore how to foster cooperation, emotional regulation, and strong parent–child relationships without relying on rewards or harsh discipline. A recurring theme is building empathy, tolerating a range of emotions, and applying neuroscience-informed ideas to everyday parenting challenges. Noteworthy aspects include guest conversations with clinicians and experienced parents, a focus on neurodiversity and homeschooling, and a willingness to share personal journeys to illustrate concepts. This mix makes it appealing for listeners seeking calmer, relationship-first strategies and for guests or sponsors aiming at family-cent... more
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