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The CALM Parent - with Katie McKenna

Katie McKenna
CALM Method
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Calm Parenting
Survival Parenting
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Guilt
Shame
Calm
Trauma
Nervous System
Bedtime
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The CALM Parent
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Parent-Child Dynamics
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Child Development

You did the work to understand your childhood – so why do you react in ways you swore you never would?

The CALM Parent is for the parent who had to grow up too fast — and knows exactly which parent they don't want to become.

The roles were reversed – your parents were the ones who needed regulating, but you were the one who had to do it.

This is how it ends with you.

Katie McKenna is an Accre... more

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One Limit. One Boundary. Stop Getting Sucked Into the Escalation.

Your child slams the door, shouts “I hate you”, throws a tantrum or pushes back when you say no. What happens next? Do you hold your ground, lose your cool, pile on more consequences,... more

Sorry for asking. Sorry, you can't have that. Sorry, I have to work. Sorry, it’s only me.

If “sorry” is half of every sentence you say to your kids, this one’s for you. 

When you over-apologise, your child thinks you’re doing something wrong when y... more

Why does resting feel selfish? Why does saying no cost you for days? Why does your child’s disappointment feel like your failure?

In this episode, I’m sharing the full recording of my live masterclass. It’s for parents who are carrying too much, esp... more

You sit down last. 

You eat on the run. 

You can’t remember the last time you did something just for you.

You might call that being a good mum. 

But what if you’re not just bottom of the list? 

What if you’re not on it at all?

In this episode, ... more

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Katie McKenna
Host of The CALM Parent; Accredited Psychotherapist and author, creator of The CALM Method, and presenter on related mental-health and parenting content.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Tremendous

    I took Katie’s class and am so glad to see that this podcast came out. So many good insights, resources, and reflections for parents and caregivers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Imprerfectionism
    United States2 months ago
  • CALM Parent

    I’ve not done the course but everything Katie shares resonates so much with me; she gets to the details beautifully and explains things so they make sense. Worth a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CandyCaneDream
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Useful guidance on boundary-setting and self-regulation
Practical tips for reducing parenting stress
Compassionate, trauma-informed approach

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This show centers on parenting through the lens of nervous-system regulation and self-awareness, offering practical strategies to respond rather than react in daily family life. Across episodes, the host explores how early life dynamics shape adult parenting, with a strong emphasis on distinguishing guilt from shame, setting healthy boundaries, and easing parental burnout through the CALM Method. Listeners are guided with concrete steps to reframe responsibility, improve self-regulation, and foster calmer, more connected interactions with children, partners, and support networks. The format blends psychoeducation with relatable anecdotes and actionable exercises, including free master classes and resources that extend the CALM framework int... more

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