Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without Punishments

By: Michelle Kenney M. Ed
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  • Summary

  • Are 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! On this show, you’ll learn the how behind having kids who are entirely UNPUNISHED but who are also successful, kind, loving, and know how to follow directions.


    Twice a week, Michelle shares her insights and expertise on connective parenting through solo episodes and interviews with experts and other struggling parents. If you have exhausted all other options and don't know what to do next, this could be the parenting strategy you've been searching for.
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Episodes
  • 5 Powerful Phrases to Boost Your Child's Self-Esteem

    5 Powerful Phrases to Boost Your Child's Self-Esteem
    Mar 6 2025

    The secret to boosting your child's self-esteem is not about constant praise but in how you truly see and trust them. In today’s episode, I explore the significant role parents play in fostering healthy self-esteem in children. I reflect on the profound impact a nurturing and affirming approach has on a child’s self-image. By expressing genuine belief in their inherent goodness and autonomy, parents can help children develop confidence and a strong sense of self-worth.


    I’ll share five practical affirmations I use with my kids and the importance of recognizing our children’s internal decision-making capabilities. This episode emphasizes how crucial parental trust is in enabling children to navigate life's challenges independently and confidently.


    In This Episode

    • Affirmations that boost child's self-esteem
    • The power of being seen and understood
    • Encouraging autonomy in children's decisions
    • Importance of trust in parent-child relationships
    • Overcoming society's punitive parenting norms

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    🔗 Interested in group or 1:1 Coaching? Book a Discovery Call today.


    💌 Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.


    📖 Check out my book UNPUNISHED!


    Follow Peace and Parenting:

    YouTube: @peaceandparentingla

    Instagram: @peaceandparenting

    Facebook: @peaceandparentingla

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    Join my Connected Parent Mastermind and become the parent you want to be: https://peaceandparentingla.com/connected-parent Did you miss the Organic Cooperation Event? Check out the replays here: https://peaceandparentingla.com/cooperation-event-replay-signup

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    14 mins
  • Case Study: How Can I Help My Toddler Who Struggles to Go to Bed?

    Case Study: How Can I Help My Toddler Who Struggles to Go to Bed?
    Mar 4 2025

    Is bedtime drama with your toddler an indicator of a deeper connection issue? What if the path to peaceful and restful nights for your child begins with understanding their emotional needs? Today on the Peace and Parenting podcast, I welcome Jamesetta, a devoted mother of three daughters, who shares her ongoing journey with her three-year-old's nighttime struggles.


    Jamesetta expresses the challenges she faces with her daughter's bedtime routine, revealing a cycle of sleep resistance and wakefulness in the middle of the night. Together, we explore how connection, empathy, and setting limits may hold the key to smoother bedtime transitions. I offer insights and strategies to help transform these nightly ordeals into opportunities for growth and closeness.


    Whether your child is a spirited three-year-old or a reserved seven-year-old, these insights might just be the comfort you need to support a connected parenting approach.


    In This Episode

    • Understanding separation anxiety challenges
    • Importance of connection in bedtime routines
    • Strategies for transforming routines into play
    • Setting limits to uncover emotions

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    🔗 Help your child move through their emotions with meaningful game play. In this FREE download.


    🔗 Interested in group or 1:1 Coaching? Book a Discovery Call today.


    💌 Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.


    📖 Check out my book UNPUNISHED!


    Follow Peace and Parenting:

    YouTube: @peaceandparentingla

    Instagram: @peaceandparenting

    Facebook: @peaceandparentingla

    Peace and Parenting Facebook Group



    Join my Connected Parent Mastermind and become the parent you want to be: https://peaceandparentingla.com/connected-parent Did you miss the Organic Cooperation Event? Check out the replays here: https://peaceandparentingla.com/cooperation-event-replay-signup

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    24 mins
  • How Rewards Teach Kids to Follow Rules for the Wrong Reasons

    How Rewards Teach Kids to Follow Rules for the Wrong Reasons
    Feb 27 2025

    Are rewards just another form of punishment in disguise? Ever thought that the key to nurturing genuine cooperation in your child lies beyond the promise of a star chart or a treat? In this episode of Peace and Parenting, I dive deep into the often-overlooked pitfalls of reward systems in parenting and how they can inadvertently erode the parent-child connection.


    As a mother who once believed in handing out star stickers for good behavior, I share my journey of discovery and realization. I revisit the time I created an elaborate star chart to encourage my daughter, Esme, to complete tasks and exhibit positive behavior. Initially effective, this approach crumbled as Esme lost interest and I realized it was a form of manipulation rather than authentic motivation.


    Join me as I challenge traditional parenting norms that prioritize compliance over connection.


    In This Episode

    • The pitfalls of reward-based parenting
    • Intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation in children
    • How rewards can erode parent-child connection
    • Benefits of connective parenting over compliance-focused methods


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    🔗 Interested in group or 1:1 Coaching? Book a Discovery Call today.


    💌 Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.


    📖 Check out my book UNPUNISHED!


    Follow Peace and Parenting:

    YouTube: @peaceandparentingla

    Instagram: @peaceandparenting

    Facebook: @peaceandparentingla

    Peace and Parenting Facebook Group



    Join my Connected Parent Mastermind and become the parent you want to be: https://peaceandparentingla.com/connected-parent Did you miss the Organic Cooperation Event? Check out the replays here: https://peaceandparentingla.com/cooperation-event-replay-signup

    Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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    14 mins

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