06. From Chaos to Connection: The Power of Emotion Coaching in Modern Parenting

In this episode of Mum Mind Unpacked, hosts Gia Hogarth and Bree Sheridan sit down with parent counsellor, educator, and social worker Caroline Ellen for a powerful and heartfelt conversation about the real-life complexities of parenting.Together, they explore a wide range of topics — from managing emotional challenges to understanding the parenting styles that shape our homes. Caroline shares practical tools around emotion coaching — a powerful method that helps parents support their children through tough feelings by first understanding and regulating their own emotions.The episode also covers emotional transitions kids face, such as starting a new school year. Caroline offers advice on how to create safe, open spaces for your children to express themselves and how to strike the right balance between listening and offering guidance.This is a must-listen for any parent seeking deeper connection, better communication, and long-term emotional wellbeing for their family.📲 Connect with UsInstagram & Facebook: @mummindunpackedTag us or send a DM using #MumMindUnpackedEmail: [email protected]🗓 New Episodes Every WednesdayFollow, share, and leave a review to help more mums discover the podcast!🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors🌿 KineNatural, flushable, plastic-free body cloths for the whole family. Gentle on skin, tough on mess, kind to the planet.💸 Use code Mum10 for 10% off at kine.com.au📱 @kineaustralia🥗 JNR Food CoReady-made, dietitian-approved kids’ meals that are high in protein, low in sodium, preservative-free — and loved by kids!👀 Explore the range: jnrfoodco.au🎁 Giveaway Alert!Follow us on Instagram @mummindunpacked and leave a review on Apple or Spotify to go in the draw to win a week of JNR Food Co meals! Full details on our socials.🔔 A Gentle ReminderOur conversations are here to inform and support — not to replace professional medical or psychological advice. If you’re struggling, please reach out to one of these support services:PANDA: 1300 726 306Lifeline: 13 11 14🔍 Keywordsparenting, emotion coaching, parenting styles, mental health, family dynamics, communication, authoritative parenting, emotional intelligence, child development, parenting advice, child behavior, listening skills, advocacy, motherhood, support strategies

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