
Demand Avoidance: When Is My Child’s Pushback Actually Pathological? | 221
Have you ever asked your child to do a simple task, only to be met with an explosive reaction? In this episode, we interview Lydia Rex, Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), also known as Pervasive…
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From Slamming Doors to Peace: How to Calm a Dysregulated Child | Ep. 220
In this episode of the Connected Families podcast, we explore how to calm a dysregulated child with insights from Certified Connected Families Parent Coaches Alan and Corrie Thetford. Together they share how they evolved from demanding immediate calm to modeling…
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BONUS: Introducing The Table – A New Path to Transformative Parenting
In this bonus episode of the Connected Families podcast, host Stacy Bellward and Executive Director Anna Braasch announce the launch of The Table, a new monthly donor community aimed at providing sustaining support for Connected Families resources. Together they highlight…
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3 Unexpected Parenting Strategies to Help Your Highly Sensitive Child Thrive
Do you have an “over-the-top” challenging child? Maybe you’ve already heard the term “highly sensitive” given to your child, either by teachers, a pediatrician, friends, or “Dr. Google.” Parents often see me for coaching because they are looking for parenting…

From Quirky to Distressing: Understanding Sensory Sensitivities | Ep. 219
If you’ve got a child who complains about the volume of the microwave or who won’t venture into the living room without turning off the overhead lights, this conversation on sensory sensitivities is for you! Listen in as Stacy Bellward…
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