Connection before control: the parenting shift that changes everything

About this episode

Jess Robertson discusses the importance of connection in parenting and offers practical tips for busy parents.

Connection Before Control with Jess Robertson. Jess has 25+ years experience supporting 4,500+ children in families and schools. We break down: Why kids need relationship first, correction second How busy parents can connect using micro moments The simplest regulation tool: get to their level + validate feelings Tech, social media, AI: don’t fear it, do it together If you want kids to feel seen, heard, and valued, this episode gives you the next step.

People in this episode

Guest: Jess Robertson

Topics covered

• parenting
• child development
• connection
• emotional regulation

Keywords

• relationship
• micro moments
• validation
• technology
• social media
• AI

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