In this episode, Kim explores the profound benefits of providing children and teens with a simple, balanced life - one that serves as a foundation they can rely on when life’s inevitable challenges arise in young adulthood and beyond.

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In this episode, Kim explores what to do when you’re unsure how to respond to a child’s frustration. He also discusses how to help a child trust their own feelings and experiences, ultimately deepening their trust in you.

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In this episode, Kim explores the developmental stages of play and why children can become disruptive as they move into a new phase of their social play ability. He also shares two very simple and doable ways to ease problematic interactions by slowing down the play.

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In this episode of the Simplicity Parenting Podcast, Kim tackles two common holiday challenges. First, he offers insights into understanding and easing sibling tensions that can flare up when kids spend more time together.

Then, Kim explores how to keep screen time from creeping upward during the holiday break, sharing practical tips for fostering genuine human connections instead of relying on devices.

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In this episode Kim dives into two essential themes to help you navigate the holiday season in our Simple Holidays: A Survival Guide.

First, Kim explores how to let children enjoy the special moments of the holidays without making it feel like one long photo shoot. He discusses the importance of rationalizing the number of photos and videos we take of our children during the Holiday Season, ensuring that we capture memories without overwhelming the experience.

Next, Kim reviews strategies to keep holiday gifting under control. He shares tips on preparing children for gift-giving, setting realistic expectations, and how to keep gift giving real.

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In this episode Kim continues to introduce our Simple Holidays: A Survival Guide. For many of us there is a lot more travel around this time of the year. He explores how to prepare for the increased amount of travel time that many families have during the Holiday Season.

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In this episode we introduce our Simple Holidays: A Survival Guide. It is a wonderful little collection of podcasts curated by Kim. It provides practical advice and thoughtful strategies to help families manage the unique challenges they experience during the holidays.

Kim also speaks about how to navigate the potential intensity of more closely confined time with extended family members during the holidays.

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The podcast explores... In the polarizing and fragmenting world that lies ahead for our kids they are going to need an ability to pull it all together and to be inwardly organized. “Scripting" is a imaginative play stage that builds these brain capacities. However, the intrusion of fixed overly formed toys and screens is inhibiting the development of these crucial skills.

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The podcast explores... Living in a value based home is so strengthened when we embrace failure as well as success. It is an essential part of a strong family culture that avoids perfectionism and welcomes doing our best.

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The podcast explores... Hanging out with our kids when they are doing ordinary things like homework, playing, or listening to music helps normalize our presence so that we can calmly sit with them when a difficult family situation needs a moment to calm down.

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