The Happy Human Life

The Happy Human Life

Hosted by: Jenilee and Greg

We are husband and wife, parents of four, trying to make evidence-based parenting practices accessible to all. Drawing from our expertise in the areas of Psychology and Occupational Therapy, we’re here to share our...

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How to handle your kids hitting and kicking during a meltdown

"My child will punch and kick during a meltdown and it feels like I can't give them any support. What can I do to help them when they get this way?" In this episode, we talk about CALMY RIDING THE WAVE. When your kid...
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How to get your partner on board

“It’s been hard for me and my partner to get on the same page with the kids. We have different ideas on boundaries and discipline, and it's been causing a lot of tension between us. What can we do?” In this episode,...
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How to conquer the bedtime routine

Struggle getting your kids to listen when it's time to get ready for bed? We hear you! It’s been a near-nightly struggle for us over the past 12 years with our four kids. So… our big tip… LEVERAGE PLAY. Transforming...
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How to motivate your kids to listen

If you struggle getting your kids to listen and follow through with even the simplest tasks, then this episode is for you! It can be SO frustrating to feel like you're being ignored or to be met with constant whining,...
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Saving our kids from diet culture

Have you ever wondered how to handle situations where family members label foods as "good" or "bad" in front of your children? In this episode, we dig into the following question from our community: "My mother-in-law...
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Should you threaten or punish your kids?

Are you struggling with disciplining your children? Do you often find yourself using threats or removal of privileges as a quick fix to stop unwanted behavior? You're not alone! In this episode, we dive deep into the...
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Navigating screen time with our kids

Are you struggling to manage screen time in your household? Wondering how much is too much for your kids? In this episode, we explore the often asked question, "How much screen time is appropriate for my kids?" and we...
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Helicopter vs. free-range parenting

“I’ve heard about helicopter versus free range parenting and I’m having a hard time finding a balance. How much freedom should we give our kids?” In this episode, we dig into the world of parenting styles as we...
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Kids testing boundaries?

In this episode, we dive into a topic that every parent grapples with: kids testing boundaries. We discuss the challenging moments when our kids push limits and how we should respond to them. Is constant kindness and...
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How to get your kids to listen WITHOUT yelling

In this "burning question" episode, we remind ourselves that our young children are still in the process of developing a slew of skills, so even though they don’t always follow directions immediately, we need to...
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How to get your kids to share

In this "burning question" episode we talk about how we can ease sibling rivalry and dial up the sharing. We dig into why being a bit possessive is totally normal and how to gently steer our kids toward more...
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Does your kid hit, push, and roar?

In this "burning question" episode we dig into the common (yet challenging) area of preschooler behavior. If you're struggling with your 3-year-old's emotional rollercoaster, just know… you're not alone! It's totally...
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