32. AMA Series: Parenting Mindset, Sleep Routines & Why We're Not Doing Traditional School

32. AMA Series: Parenting Mindset, Sleep Routines & Why We're Not Doing Traditional School

March 12, 2026 · 27 min

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Chani Thompson answers listener questions about parenting, sleep routines, and alternative education in this AMA episode.

You asked, I'm answering. This is the first episode of a brand new AMA series where I'm diving into all the questions you sent me that I couldn't answer on Instagram Stories. And because I know you love a good system, I've categorised them… so today we're talking all things parenting, routines, child care and why we're maybe not doing traditional school. If you're a parent (or thinking about becoming one), this episode is going to give you a raw, honest look into how we do things in our household. I'm not a parenting expert, and I'm definitely not perfect, but I am intentional. And I've learned so much from some incredible voices in the parenting space that have completely shifted how I show up for Rui. From staying calm when your toddler isn't listening, to our sleep routine, co-sleeping, and why I haven't enrolled Rui in school yet… this episode covers it all. In this episode, we dive into: Chapters 00:00:00 Welcome to the AMA Series on Parenting 00:02:36 When Three-Year-Olds Don't Listen: Staying Calm 00:05:15 The Control Trap: Rushing and Emergency Mindset 00:09:06 Co-Regulation: Getting Down on Their Level 00:13:06 Top Parenting Podcasts and Resources 00:15:13 Our Schooling…

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