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187 - Being a Calm Mother with Darlynn Childress
187 - Being a Calm Mother with Darlynn Childress
187 - Being a Calm Mother with Darlynn Childress
187 - Being a Calm Mother with Darlynn Childress
Friday 25th April 2025
Discover Darlynn Childress' journey from 'mad mom' to calm parenting expert in Ruthless Compassion's latest episode.
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Episode Overview
- Transforming from a 'mad mom' to a calm parenting expert.
- The Calm Mama process: calm, connect, limit set, correct.
- Recognising emotions as drivers of behaviour.
- Setting boundaries without harming self-esteem.
- Validating emotions while managing actions.
Your feelings make sense, but your behaviour needs work.
In this episode of Ruthless Compassion, Dr. Marcia Sirota chats with Darlynn Childress, a life coach and parenting expert, about her journey from being a self-described 'mad mom' to a calm and compassionate parenting guru. Darlynn shares how she transformed her parenting style after years of frustration and yelling, diving into self-healing and ultimately becoming a certified life coach. Her story is a testament to the power of personal growth and the importance of emotional regulation in parenting.
Darlynn introduces her Calm Mama process, a method designed to help parents connect with their children through compassion, set limits, and manage behaviour without shame or fear. She explains how recognising emotions can drive behaviour and how validating these emotions—while not necessarily the actions that follow—can lead to more effective parenting. Dr.
Sirota and Darlynn discuss the importance of setting boundaries and consequences in parenting, emphasising that these practices do not harm a child's self-esteem but rather teach them responsibility and emotional regulation. They also touch on the common misconceptions about compassionate parenting, where leniency is mistaken for compassion. Darlynn's approach is grounded in the belief that children are inherently good and worthy of love, and that helping them understand their emotions can foster healthier relationships as they grow.
With anecdotes from her own experiences, she offers insights into how parents can cultivate a nurturing environment that encourages children to feel seen, heard, and loved unconditionally. If you're looking for practical strategies to become a calmer parent and build stronger connections with your kids, this episode is packed with valuable advice. Dr. Sirota's engaging dialogue with Darlynn makes for an enlightening listen—perfect for anyone navigating the challenges of parenthood.