True North Parentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparentsFind YOUR authentic parenting path by bringing your mind, body, and spirit into alignment with your day to day parenting. Your answers are inside YOU.enCopyright Rebecca Thompson (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sat, 15 Jun 2019 12:45:00 GMTWed, 18 Dec 2013 18:00:00 GMTParentsBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/dfcde34d-6294-4616-bc4f-307824b4079b_truenorthparents-logo-small.jpgTrue North Parentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparentsFind YOUR authentic parenting path by bringing your mind, body, and spirit into alignment with your day to day parenting. Your answers are inside YOU.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comparents,consciously parenting,attachment parenting,seeds and weeds coaching,christy farr,divorce,partnerships,consciously eating,family,healthy family foodsTrue North ParentsnoFind YOUR authentic parenting path by bringing your mind, body, and spirit into alignment with your day to day parenting. Your answers are inside YOU.episodicAnswering Your Parenting Questionshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/12/18/answering-your-parenting-questionsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/12/18/answering-your-parenting-questions/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/12/18/answering-your-parenting-questionsWed, 18 Dec 2013 18:00:00 GMTAnswering Your Parenting QuestionsToday, we'll be answering your parenting questions about such topics as food and handling situations with your children. Join Christy Farr and Rebecca Thompson for this show!! 00:31:00True North Parentsnoparenting challenges,parenting questionsToday, we'll be answering your parenting questions about such topics as food and handling situations with your children. Join Christy Farr and Rebecca ThompsonAnswering YOUR parenting questionshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/12/12/answering-your-parenting-questionsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/12/12/answering-your-parenting-questions/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/12/12/answering-your-parenting-questionsThu, 12 Dec 2013 18:00:00 GMTAnswering YOUR parenting questionsWe've been talking and talking all year about OUR topics. This week and next week, we'll be exploring YOUR parenting questions. You make up the questions. We'll talk about it. Join Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The Consciously Parenting Project and Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching as they go where you want them to go... :-) 00:31:00True North Parentsnoparenting questions,parenting support,parenting challenges,natural parenting,responsive parentingWe've been talking and talking all year about OUR topics. This week and next week, we'll be exploring YOUR parenting questions. You make up the questions. We'llAnswering YOUR parenting questionshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/12/11/answering-your-parenting-questionsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/12/11/answering-your-parenting-questions/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/12/11/answering-your-parenting-questionsWed, 11 Dec 2013 18:00:00 GMTAnswering YOUR parenting questionsWe've been talking and talking all year about OUR topics. This week and next week, we'll be exploring YOUR parenting questions. You make up the questions. We'll talk about it. Join Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The Consciously Parenting Project and Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching as they go where you want them to go... :-) 00:06:00True North Parentsnoparenting questions,parenting challenges,parenting supportWe've been talking and talking all year about OUR topics. This week and next week, we'll be exploring YOUR parenting questions. You make up the questions. We'llHandling Criticism When You're Parenting Differentlyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/12/04/handling-criticism-when-youre-parenting-differentlyParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/12/04/handling-criticism-when-youre-parenting-differently/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/12/04/handling-criticism-when-youre-parenting-differentlyWed, 04 Dec 2013 18:00:00 GMTHandling Criticism When You're Parenting DifferentlyWhen we're around our extended families more during this time of the year, we may find ourselves dealing with more conflict about our parenting. How do we naviate those relationships and situations in a way that respects ourselves, our children, and the other families? Christy Farr and Rebecca Thompson will explore this topic and find ways to support ourselves during these stressful experiences. 00:31:00True North Parentsnocriticism,handling parenting stress,holidaysWhen we're around our extended families more during this time of the year, we may find ourselves dealing with more conflict about our parenting. How do we naviaSimple Eating: Every Dayhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/11/27/simple-eating-every-dayParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/11/27/simple-eating-every-day/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/11/27/simple-eating-every-dayWed, 27 Nov 2013 18:00:00 GMTSimple Eating: Every Day So now that we're a little more established with the idea of simple eating, how can we make it work for the long haul? We'll be answering our listeners questions to help you through the rough spots! Join Rebecca Thompson of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting.com along with Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching as they share their own stories and help you get started on your daily journey of simple eating with kids! 00:31:00True North Parentsnosimple eating,life affirming foods,consciously eating,healthy family foods,consciously parentingSo now that we're a little more established with the idea of simple eating, how can we make it work for the long haul? We'll be answering our listeners questioSimple Eating: Holidayshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/11/20/simple-eating-holidaysParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/11/20/simple-eating-holidays/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/11/20/simple-eating-holidaysWed, 20 Nov 2013 18:00:00 GMTSimple Eating: Holidays With the holiday season upon us, we often find ourselves gathering with people who may not have the same ideas about life affirming foods. How do we navigate those conflicts with love? How do we incorporate our healthier eating habits in with our families? Join Rebecca Thompson of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting.com along with Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching as they share their own stories and help you find your way through this somewhat scary season. :-) 00:31:00True North Parentsnosimple eating,life affirming foods,consciously eating,healthy family foods,healthy holiday foodsWith the holiday season upon us, we often find ourselves gathering with people who may not have the same ideas about life affirming foods. How do we navigate tSimple Eating: Digging Deeper with Healing Foodshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/11/13/simple-eating-digging-deeper-with-healing-foodsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/11/13/simple-eating-digging-deeper-with-healing-foods/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/11/13/simple-eating-digging-deeper-with-healing-foodsWed, 13 Nov 2013 18:00:00 GMTSimple Eating: Digging Deeper with Healing Foods Food. Such a loaded topic for most families, especially those who are wanting to feed their families consciously. Once you have started the process of figuring out which foods are most life affirming for your family right now, how can you find balance? How can you simplify planning, shopping, and food preparation? How do you know when you're eating the most life affirming foods for you? For your family? Join Rebecca Thompson of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting.com along with Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching as they share their own stories and help you get started on your journey of simple eating! 00:31:00True North Parentsnosimple eating,life affirming foods,consciously eating,healthy family foods,consciously parentingFood. Such a loaded topic for most families, especially those who are wanting to feed their families consciously. Once you have started the process of figuringSimple Eating Basics: Life Affirming Foodshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/11/06/simple-eating-basics-life-affirming-foodsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/11/06/simple-eating-basics-life-affirming-foods/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/11/06/simple-eating-basics-life-affirming-foodsWed, 06 Nov 2013 18:00:00 GMTSimple Eating Basics: Life Affirming Foods Food. Such a loaded topic for most families, especially those who are wanting to feed their families consciously. Where do we even begin? How do we know what foods are life affirming? If we've been eating a lot of processed foods, what simple steps can we take from where we are right now? Join Rebecca Thompson of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting.com along with Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching as they share their own stories and help you get started on your journey of simple eating! 00:31:00True North Parentsnosimple eating,life affirming foods,consciously eating,healthy family foods,consciously parentingFood. Such a loaded topic for most families, especially those who are wanting to feed their families consciously. Where do we even begin? How do we know what fDo You Have What You Need To Succeed?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/10/30/do-you-have-what-you-need-to-succeedParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/10/30/do-you-have-what-you-need-to-succeed/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/10/30/do-you-have-what-you-need-to-succeedWed, 30 Oct 2013 17:00:00 GMTDo You Have What You Need To Succeed? Parents: Do You Have What You Need To Succeed? Does your community offer you the inspiration, information, and support that you need to be the person and the parent that you want to be? Join Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching and Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting as they explore the importance of a solid community and why so many of us don't yet have what is necessary to thrive.   Join us after the show. 712.432.3900 then 919085# until 2pm eastern00:31:00True North Parentsnocommunity,inspiration,support,thriving,Camp ChristyParents: Do You Have What You Need To Succeed? Does your community offer you the inspiration, information, and support that you need to be the person and the pYOUR Sleep Questions Answered!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/10/23/your-sleep-questions-answeredParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/10/23/your-sleep-questions-answered/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/10/23/your-sleep-questions-answeredWed, 23 Oct 2013 17:00:00 GMTYOUR Sleep Questions Answered! Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching and Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting are answering YOUR questions about sleep. Whether you have a little one not sleeping or a big one not sleeping or maybe the big one is YOU, we're here for you and will be answering your questions! Please join us for our show and then for our show after the show where we will be talking to you LIVE and answering your questions in real time. Join us on our conference line 712. 432.3900, then 919085# 00:31:00True North Parentsnosleep,sleep challenges,night waking,nighttime parenting,exhaustionChristy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching and Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting are answering YOUR questions abouWhen YOU'RE the one with the sleep challengehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/10/16/when-youre-the-one-with-the-sleep-challengeParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/10/16/when-youre-the-one-with-the-sleep-challenge/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/10/16/when-youre-the-one-with-the-sleep-challengeWed, 16 Oct 2013 17:00:00 GMTWhen YOU'RE the one with the sleep challenge So much time is spent focusing on our little ones who aren't sleeping like we'd like them to be. But what about when WE are the one with the sleeping challenge? What do you need to know to support yourself so that you get a better night sleep? We'll talk about some underlying factors you may not be aware of that can cause sleep disturbances and what you can do about them. Please join us, Rebecca Thompson, MS, MFT of The Consciously Parenting Project and Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching THIS Wednesday. And don't miss the after the show on our conference line: 712.432.3900 to join in the discussion and ask your questions! We'll be there from about 1:30-2pm eastern. 00:30:00True North Parentsnosleep problem,adult sleep challenge,insomnia,difficulty falling asleep,sleep disturbancesSo much time is spent focusing on our little ones who aren't sleeping like we'd like them to be. But what about when WE are the one with the sleeping challengeStory Healing: How to Support Yourself and Your Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/10/09/story-healing-how-to-support-yourself-and-your-familyParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/10/09/story-healing-how-to-support-yourself-and-your-family/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/10/09/story-healing-how-to-support-yourself-and-your-familyWed, 09 Oct 2013 17:00:00 GMTStory Healing: How to Support Yourself and Your Family Stuff happens. Life happens. We have an overwhelming day. The dog dies. Whether we're 2 or 52, we need somewhere to go with what happens in our day (whether it's big or small). When we make the space to share our stories in a supportive environment, we can release those things and not carry them into a new day (especially when they're the little stressors) and we can teach our kids to do the same (which teaches resilience).  This week, we'll be talking about Story Healing, which is a technique Rebecca has been talking about since the radio show began, as a way to heal families and create more connection. We'll be looking at how we can create this environment for ourselves and for our kids as a daily practice. Please join us for the show and then for the Oprah-like show after the show to ask your questions beginning at 1:30pm eastern until 2pm (or so...). 712.432.3900 then 919085# 00:31:00True North ParentsnoStory Healing,trauma,healing families,connection,integrationStuff happens. Life happens. We have an overwhelming day. The dog dies. Whether we're 2 or 52, we need somewhere to go with what happens in our day (whether itSleep, Precious Sleep: What's normal?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/10/02/sleep-precious-sleep-whats-normalParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/10/02/sleep-precious-sleep-whats-normal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/10/02/sleep-precious-sleep-whats-normalWed, 02 Oct 2013 17:00:00 GMTSleep, Precious Sleep: What's normal?We have so much misinformation in our culture about what sleep for little people and sleep for big people is supposed to look like. What is "normal" anyway? What's the difference between a problem where you really all need support and a difference in expectations or norms for sleep that needs to be adjusted? Join Rebecca Thompson of The Consciously Parenting Project and Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching for our discussion on this (possibly) sleep-inducing topic. If you aren't taking a nap after it's over, please join us for a live show after the show (Oprah style) on our conference line to share your own experiences. 712.432.3900 then 919085# (1:30pm eastern until about 2pm eastern)00:31:00True North Parentsnosleep,sleep challenges,family bed,co-sleeping,sleepless parents and babiesWe have so much misinformation in our culture about what sleep for little people and sleep for big people is supposed to look like. What is "normal" anyway? WhaGrief, Loss, and Hope: Expectationshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/09/25/grief-loss-and-hope-expectationsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/09/25/grief-loss-and-hope-expectations/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/09/25/grief-loss-and-hope-expectationsWed, 25 Sep 2013 17:00:00 GMTGrief, Loss, and Hope: ExpectationsHow do we deal with the missed expectations in our lives? Maybe we hoped to have different parents. Perhaps our parents are aging and it is painful to watch. Maybe we're grieving the loss of a relationship. How do we come to terms when our expectations haven't been met?  Join Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The Consciously Parenting Project and Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching as they discuss what YOU can do when you can't get different parents, can't make other things different in your life, but can't just run off to Fiji by yourself, either.00:31:00True North Parentsnomissed expectations,aging parents,divorce,grieving,parentingHow do we deal with the missed expectations in our lives? Maybe we hoped to have different parents. Perhaps our parents are aging and it is painful to watch. MaGrief, Loss, and Hope: Loss of a childhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/09/18/grief-loss-and-hope-loss-of-a-childParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/09/18/grief-loss-and-hope-loss-of-a-child/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/09/18/grief-loss-and-hope-loss-of-a-childWed, 18 Sep 2013 17:00:00 GMTGrief, Loss, and Hope: Loss of a childWhether a child is lost due to a miscarriage, in infancy or childhood, losing a child can be very isolating for parents. Join Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching and Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The Consciously Parenting Project as they share their own experiences with this topic and hope for healing.00:31:00True North Parentsnogrief,loss,death of a child,miscarriage,hopeWhether a child is lost due to a miscarriage, in infancy or childhood, losing a child can be very isolating for parents. Join Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds CoGrief, Loss, and Hope: 9/11 Specialhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/09/11/grief-loss-and-hope-911-specialParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/09/11/grief-loss-and-hope-911-special/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/09/11/grief-loss-and-hope-911-specialWed, 11 Sep 2013 17:00:00 GMTGrief, Loss, and Hope: 9/11 SpecialWhen it comes to grief, it is tempting to take the short cut but we carry the weight of untended experiences with us into the future. Join Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting and Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching to explore what it takes to heal. 00:31:00True North Parentsnoseptember 11,loss,healing,consciously parenting,griefWhen it comes to grief, it is tempting to take the short cut but we carry the weight of untended experiences with us into the future. Join Rebecca Thompson, MS,Families As Teams: Real Families Need Real Solutionshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/09/04/families-as-teams-real-families-need-real-solutionsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/09/04/families-as-teams-real-families-need-real-solutions/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/09/04/families-as-teams-real-families-need-real-solutionsWed, 04 Sep 2013 17:00:00 GMTFamilies As Teams: Real Families Need Real SolutionsTo conclude our series, we'll explore how real families can cultivate real solutions by seeing their families as teams. Join Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting and Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching while they play with what's possible for families like yours. 00:31:00True North Parentsnofamily,team work,conflict,consciously parenting,life coachingTo conclude our series, we'll explore how real families can cultivate real solutions by seeing their families as teams. Join Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The ConsciFamilies As Teams: Troubleshooting Challengeshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/08/28/families-as-teams-troubleshooting-challengesParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/08/28/families-as-teams-troubleshooting-challenges/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/08/28/families-as-teams-troubleshooting-challengesWed, 28 Aug 2013 17:00:00 GMTFamilies As Teams: Troubleshooting ChallengesConflict is inevitable. Seeing your family as a team helps you identify the challenges and explore solutions in a more peaceful and more positive way. Join Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting and Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching while they play with the possibility that conflict is normal, useful, and can bring people together in a brand new way.00:31:00True North Parentsnofamily,team work,conflict,consciously parenting,life coachingConflict is inevitable. Seeing your family as a team helps you identify the challenges and explore solutions in a more peaceful and more positive way. Join RebeHow Can Your Space Help Your Family Win?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/08/21/how-can-your-space-help-your-family-winParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/08/21/how-can-your-space-help-your-family-win/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/08/21/how-can-your-space-help-your-family-winWed, 21 Aug 2013 17:00:00 GMTHow Can Your Space Help Your Family Win?Whether your family is headed back to school or into some other seasonal shift, your space can make or break you. Join Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting and Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching while they explore how simplifying your space can help your family succeed during intense transitions and everyday life. 00:31:00True North Parentsnofamily,team work,back to school,consciously parenting,seeds and weeds coachingWhether your family is headed back to school or into some other seasonal shift, your space can make or break you. Join Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The ConsciouslyIs your family a winning team?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/08/14/is-your-family-a-winning-teamParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/08/14/is-your-family-a-winning-team/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/08/14/is-your-family-a-winning-teamWed, 14 Aug 2013 17:00:00 GMTIs your family a winning team?Whether it's morning madness, chores, or homework battles, solutions abound when when a family works together. Join Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting and Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching while they explore the ways that seeing your family as a team can inspire creative solutions, powerful communication, and an environment that makes everyone a winner.    00:31:00True North Parentsnofamily,connection,team work,Consciously Parenting,Seeds and Weeds CoachingWhether it's morning madness, chores, or homework battles, solutions abound when when a family works together. Join Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The Consciously ParWhen Your Partnership is in Crisishttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/07/31/when-your-partnership-is-in-crisisParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/07/31/when-your-partnership-is-in-crisis/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/07/31/when-your-partnership-is-in-crisisWed, 31 Jul 2013 17:00:00 GMTWhen Your Partnership is in CrisisWhen you look up one day and realize that your partnership is in crisis, what can you do? Where do you start? The first response of most people is to blame the other person for this problem. That isn't always the most effective way to proceed. Join Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching and Rebecca Thompson, MS, MFT of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting as we discuss alternatives to blame and resentment of your partner through empowering YOU to move forward in a more effective way.00:31:00True North Parentsnopartnerships,crisis,divorce,marriage,empowermentWhen you look up one day and realize that your partnership is in crisis, what can you do? Where do you start? The first response of most people is to blame theHealing Partnershipshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/07/24/healing-partnershipsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/07/24/healing-partnerships/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/07/24/healing-partnershipsWed, 24 Jul 2013 17:00:00 GMTHealing PartnershipsSometimes you wake up and realize that your partnership isn't as strong as you want or need it to be. Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching and Rebecca Thompson, MS, MFT of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting are going to discuss small things we can make to strengthen our partnerships.00:32:00True North Parentsnopartnerships,intimate relationships,marriage,co-parenting,communicationSometimes you wake up and realize that your partnership isn't as strong as you want or need it to be. Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching and Rebecca ThompPartnerships with Our Childrenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/07/17/partnerships-with-our-childrenParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/07/17/partnerships-with-our-children/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/07/17/partnerships-with-our-childrenWed, 17 Jul 2013 17:00:00 GMTPartnerships with Our ChildrenLike sands through the hour glass... When our children are young, all the sand is on our side. As our children grow, the sand begins moving to their court and with it comes more responsibility for them and less for us. Parenting is a partnership of give and take and learning to shift as the sand moves from one side to the other until they are independent. Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching and Rebecca Thompson of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting will talk about partnerships with our children as they grow.00:31:00True North Parentsnochildhood,partnerships,growing up,parenting,mothering fatheringLike sands through the hour glass... When our children are young, all the sand is on our side. As our children grow, the sand begins moving to their court and wSingle Parenting in early parentinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/07/10/single-parenting-in-early-parentingParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/07/10/single-parenting-in-early-parenting/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/07/10/single-parenting-in-early-parentingWed, 10 Jul 2013 17:00:00 GMTSingle Parenting in early parentingChristy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching and Rebecca Thompson of the Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting discuss single parenting in early parenting and how you can maintain your sanity! We'll be talking about how single parenting doesn't mean that you need to be ALONE as a parent, so we'll be exploring ways to cultivate relationships for yourself and your children.00:31:00True North Parentsnosingle parenting,early parenting,finding your tribe,cultivating relationships,community support for parentsChristy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching and Rebecca Thompson of the Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting discuss single parenting in early parenPartnerships in Early Parentinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/06/26/partnerships-in-early-parentingParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/06/26/partnerships-in-early-parenting/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/06/26/partnerships-in-early-parentingWed, 26 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMTPartnerships in Early ParentingAre you expecting a baby? Are you a new parent? Are you interested in partnerships and what ideally needs to happen in the early years? Then please join Rebecca Thompson, MS, MFT of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting along with Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching as they explore true partnerships in the early years with attachment in mind. We're going to be brutally honest about what we wish we had known from the beginning about partnerships when parenting little ones! 00:30:00True North Parentsnoattachment parenting,partnerships,pregnancy,new parents,early parentingAre you expecting a baby? Are you a new parent? Are you interested in partnerships and what ideally needs to happen in the early years? Then please join RebeccaClutter-free Living: Q & Ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/06/19/clutter-free-living-q-aParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/06/19/clutter-free-living-q-a/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/06/19/clutter-free-living-q-aWed, 19 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMTClutter-free Living: Q & AWe've talked about how you can make your own little world at least a little less cluttered, now we want to hear YOUR questions. We'll be answering our listener's questions on today's episode. From partners and kids to your own cluttered spaces, we want to help you find sanity. Join Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching and Rebecca Thompson of The Consciously Parenting Project for today's fun!00:31:00True North Parentsnoclutter clearing,questions and answers,Christy Farr,Seeds and Weeds Coaching,Rebecca Thompson MSWe've talked about how you can make your own little world at least a little less cluttered, now we want to hear YOUR questions. We'll be answering our listener'Clutter-free Living: Partnershttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/06/12/clutter-free-living-partnersParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/06/12/clutter-free-living-partners/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/06/12/clutter-free-living-partnersWed, 12 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMTClutter-free Living: PartnersSo you live with someone else who is an adult, at least in body size. How do we live together in the same space without killing each other over little things like where they put the dirty dishes? We can't make someone else organized, even if we figure out how to do it for ourselves. Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching and Rebecca Thompson of The Consciously Parenting Project will discuss how to make shifts in real life. Practical tips from Christy's years of helping others to organize their lives inside and out.00:31:00True North ParentsnoOrganizing,Partnerships,clutter-free living,Christy Farr,Rebecca Thompson MSSo you live with someone else who is an adult, at least in body size. How do we live together in the same space without killing each other over little things liClutter-free Living: Partners and Kidshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/06/05/clutter-free-living-partners-and-kidsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/06/05/clutter-free-living-partners-and-kids/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/06/05/clutter-free-living-partners-and-kidsWed, 05 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMTClutter-free Living: Partners and Kids Maybe you're beginning to really understand how to make some changes for yourself, but you're living with other people... (This is a family show, after all... so chances are that you're not alone.) You can't make the changes for them. So how do we find common ground with those with whom we share our space? How can we support our children to shift their relationship with stuff? How can we create guidelines, rules, and other ideas with our partner when we have different relationships with our belongings? 00:31:00True North Parentsnoclutter clearing,organizing partners,organizing kids,releasing stuff,sick of being stuckMaybe you're beginning to really understand how to make some changes for yourself, but you're living with other people... (This is a family show, after all...Clutter-Free Living: Getting Unstuckhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/05/29/clutter-free-living-getting-unstuckParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/05/29/clutter-free-living-getting-unstuck/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/05/29/clutter-free-living-getting-unstuckWed, 29 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTClutter-Free Living: Getting UnstuckIf you're feeling stuck with your own clutter (internally or in your surroundings), this call is for YOU. This week, Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching, and Rebecca Thompson of The Consciously Parenting Project and I Heart Parenting will be exploring ways that we can begin to release that which we have brought into our lives.00:31:00True North ParentsnoClutter clearing,shifting,Sick of Being Stuck,Seeds and Weeds Coaching,Consciously ParentingIf you're feeling stuck with your own clutter (internally or in your surroundings), this call is for YOU. This week, Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching, aClutter-Free Living: Basicshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/05/22/clutter-free-living-basicsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/05/22/clutter-free-living-basics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/05/22/clutter-free-living-basicsWed, 22 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTClutter-Free Living: BasicsDid you know that there's a link between what's going on in our inner world and what is happening in our outer world? When we're stuck, there's more than one way to move out of it! Join Christy Farr as she and Rebecca Thompson discuss clutter clearing (of all kinds) in the first of a 5 week series formerly known as SOBS (Sick of Being Stuck!). 00:31:00True North ParentsnoSeeds and Weeds Coaching,clutter,stuck,releasing,shiftingDid you know that there's a link between what's going on in our inner world and what is happening in our outer world? When we're stuck, there's more than one waShifting family patternshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/05/15/shifting-family-patternsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/05/15/shifting-family-patterns/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/05/15/shifting-family-patternsWed, 15 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTShifting family patterns Maybe you find yourself yelling or losing your temper a little more than you'd like with your kids. Or perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed with all the responsibilities you have as a parent. Or maybe you feel alone in your relationship with your partner. How can you begin to shift those patterns? We'll be discussing discovering what you need, communicating what you need, making requests, and checking for follow-through. We'll also talk about feedback loops and how to shift them. Please join us! 00:31:00True North Parentsnoyelling,overwhelmed parent,relationships,communication,feedback loopsMaybe you find yourself yelling or losing your temper a little more than you'd like with your kids. Or perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed with all the responsiReleasing Patterns and Peoplehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/05/08/releasing-patterns-and-peopleParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/05/08/releasing-patterns-and-people/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/05/08/releasing-patterns-and-peopleWed, 08 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTReleasing Patterns and People Most of us have found ourselves in a situation as a parent where we are repeating a pattern we want to release. And, at one point or another, we may have found ourselves in a situation where a relationship needs to be released. Maybe it is this pattern or person who is holding us in a survival pattern. Once we realize it, how do we release it? How do we move forward with love and respect for ourselves, for the pattern, and for the person? Join Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching and Rebecca Thompson, MS, MFT of The Consciously Parenting Project and IHeartParenting.com to find out how to make this change. 00:31:00True North Parentsnorelationships end,divorce,marital separation,friendship end,survival patternsMost of us have found ourselves in a situation as a parent where we are repeating a pattern we want to release. And, at one point or another, we may have foundSurviving to Thriving: Creating Community for your familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/05/01/surviving-to-thriving-creating-community-for-your-familyParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/05/01/surviving-to-thriving-creating-community-for-your-family/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/05/01/surviving-to-thriving-creating-community-for-your-familyWed, 01 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTSurviving to Thriving: Creating Community for your family We all need support and it is never more true than when we're in survival. Whether you've just become a new parents, you've moved, or you've had a recent loss, community support is of critical importance for moving from surviving to thriving. How do we find our tribe? How do we ask for what we need from others? Who can be a part of our community? Why does that make such a difference in terms of merely surviving vs thriving? Join Christy Farr, of Seeds and Weeds Coaching, and Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The Consciously Parenting Projgect, as they share their own stories of creating community and how we can move from surviving to thriving through these experiences. 00:30:00True North Parentsnosurviving to thriving,creating community,Seeds and Weeds Coaching,alternatives,The Consciously Parenting ProjectWe all need support and it is never more true than when we're in survival. Whether you've just become a new parents, you've moved, or you've had a recent loss,Surviving to Thriving: Overwhelming Feelingshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/04/24/surviving-to-thriving-overwhelming-feelingsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/04/24/surviving-to-thriving-overwhelming-feelings/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/04/24/surviving-to-thriving-overwhelming-feelingsWed, 24 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMTSurviving to Thriving: Overwhelming Feelings Your kid is laying on the sidewalk in the "starfish" pose, screaming. You feel yourself turn red and start to feel really hot. You really want to join him on the sidewalk, but you're supposed to be the adult. What's a parent to do? This kind of thing happens all the times in families. Sometimes it is an adult "tantrum" and sometimes it's the kids. Sometimes we all lose it. What can we do in moments like these? Join Christy Farr, of Seeds and Weeds Coaching, and Rebecca Thompson, MS, of The Consciously Parenting Projgect, as they share their own stories and alternative views of tantrums and emotional upsets and how we can move from surviving to thriving through these experiences. 00:30:00True North Parentsnosurviving to thriving,tantrums,emotional upsets,alternatives,attachment parentingYour kid is laying on the sidewalk in the "starfish" pose, screaming. You feel yourself turn red and start to feel really hot. You really want to join him on tBoston Marathon Explosion: Supporting Our Familieshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/04/17/boston-marathon-explosion-supporting-our-familiesParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/04/17/boston-marathon-explosion-supporting-our-families/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/04/17/boston-marathon-explosion-supporting-our-familiesWed, 17 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMTBoston Marathon Explosion: Supporting Our FamiliesWhat can you do to support yourself and your family after the April 15th bombings at the finish line of the Boston Marathon? Maybe your kids are small and you limit media exposure. Do you need to say anything? How do you talk to your older kids who heard about it at school? We invite you to call in with your questions or send them to rebecca @ consciouslyparenting . com (no spaces) before the show. Please join us and share with other families who are looking for support and information.00:31:00True North ParentsnoBoston Marathon Explosions,what do I tell my kids,family support,Martin Richard,BostonWhat can you do to support yourself and your family after the April 15th bombings at the finish line of the Boston Marathon? Maybe your kids are small and you lSurviving to Thriving: Partnershipshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/04/10/surviving-to-thriving-partnershipsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/04/10/surviving-to-thriving-partnerships/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/04/10/surviving-to-thriving-partnershipsWed, 10 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMTSurviving to Thriving: PartnershipsMaybe you're in a relationship with your partner that is too good to leave, too bad to stay. How do you know when your relationship with your partner is not working? What can you do to reconnect and find your balance in the foundation of your family? When the balance is off in this most important relationship, the balance will be off in your family. Learn what you can do to support this primary relationship so that everyone can move forward, either together (totally the preference) or separately in a way that respects everyone's needs.00:31:00True North Parentsnomarriage,parenting,divorce,too good to leave too bad to stay,attachment parentingMaybe you're in a relationship with your partner that is too good to leave, too bad to stay. How do you know when your relationship with your partner is not worSurviving to Thriving: What does it mean in parenting?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/04/03/surviving-to-thriving-what-does-it-mean-in-parentingParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/04/03/surviving-to-thriving-what-does-it-mean-in-parenting/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/04/03/surviving-to-thriving-what-does-it-mean-in-parentingWed, 03 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMTSurviving to Thriving: What does it mean in parenting?Is your family thriving? Or is your family just surviving? How can you tell when you're in the middle of it? We begin this 4 week series with an investigation of this question. We'll be sharing our own stories of survival and how things shifted when we began to move out of survival toward thriving in our own families. Join Rebecca Thompson MS and Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching for this important topic all families need to explore.00:30:00True North Parentsnosurviving to thriving parenting,attachment parenting,death,divorce,overwhelmIs your family thriving? Or is your family just surviving? How can you tell when you're in the middle of it? We begin this 4 week series with an investigation oHealthy Boundaries and Limits: The What and Howhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/03/27/healthy-boundaries-and-limits-the-what-and-howParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/03/27/healthy-boundaries-and-limits-the-what-and-how/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/03/27/healthy-boundaries-and-limits-the-what-and-howWed, 27 Mar 2013 17:00:00 GMTHealthy Boundaries and Limits: The What and HowWhat are healthy boundaries and limits regarding our children? What about with our own mothers and fathers now that we're grown, especially if we're making different parenting choices? What are healthy limits with our partner? What does that mean?!  And HOW do we do it? Join Rebecca Thompson, MS, and Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching to find out!00:31:00True North Parentsnohealthy limits children,attachment parenting,Consciously Parenting Project,Seeds and Weeds Coaching,Rebecca Thompson MS and Christy FarrWhat are healthy boundaries and limits regarding our children? What about with our own mothers and fathers now that we're grown, especially if we're making diffMommy Wars: Finding Our Common Groundhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/03/20/mommy-wars-finding-our-common-groundParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/03/20/mommy-wars-finding-our-common-ground/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/03/20/mommy-wars-finding-our-common-groundWed, 20 Mar 2013 17:00:00 GMTMommy Wars: Finding Our Common GroundMany parents feel judged by other parents for their decisions. Whether it is a formula feeding mama feels judged by a breastfeeding mama or it is over another parenting decision, we need to remember that we're all parents and we're all doing the best we can do. Let's find our common ground and support each other! Join Rebecca Thompson, MS, and Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching to discuss this important dividing and potentially isolating topic.00:31:00True North ParentsnoMommy wars,attachment parenting,breastfeeding,Christy Farr,Rebecca Thompson MSMany parents feel judged by other parents for their decisions. Whether it is a formula feeding mama feels judged by a breastfeeding mama or it is over another pWhat IS an emotionally healthy family anyway?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/03/13/what-is-an-emotionally-healthy-family-anywayParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/03/13/what-is-an-emotionally-healthy-family-anyway/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/03/13/what-is-an-emotionally-healthy-family-anywayWed, 13 Mar 2013 17:00:00 GMTWhat IS an emotionally healthy family anyway?Do we even know what it means to have an emotionally healthy family? What does that look like in our day-to-day parenting? And can we get there from where we are right now? We'll be discussing current brain research that suggests that we can make the changes we want to make, that it is not too late to create more connection. Join Rebecca Thompson, MS, and Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching for this important conversation!00:31:00True North Parentsnoconsciously parenting,attachment parenting,seeds and weeds coaching,peaceful families,change in familiesDo we even know what it means to have an emotionally healthy family? What does that look like in our day-to-day parenting? And can we get there from where we arMommy Guilthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/03/06/mommy-guiltParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/03/06/mommy-guilt/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/03/06/mommy-guiltWed, 06 Mar 2013 18:00:00 GMTMommy GuiltSo you're beginning to figure out what you need as the mom to guide your family in the right direction, but you feel guilty for meeting your own needs.  Learn how to release yourself from the mommy guilt so that your family can thrive! 00:31:00True North Parentsnoconsciously parenting,attachment parenting,authentic,peaceful families,tell me what to doSo you're beginning to figure out what you need as the mom to guide your family in the right direction, but you feel guilty for meeting your own needs.  Learn hRoad Blocks to YOUR authentic pathhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/02/27/road-blocks-to-your-authentic-pathParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/02/27/road-blocks-to-your-authentic-path/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/02/27/road-blocks-to-your-authentic-pathWed, 27 Feb 2013 18:00:00 GMTRoad Blocks to YOUR authentic pathAmidst all the conflicting parenting information out there, how do we know what is right for our families? In our second episode, we'll be exploring our road blocks to True North, how we get stuck and what to do about it. Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching will be joining us again! 00:30:00True North Parentsnoconsciously parenting,attachment parenting,stuck,Christy Farr,Seeds and Weeds CoachingAmidst all the conflicting parenting information out there, how do we know what is right for our families? In our second episode, we'll be exploring our road blFinding YOUR authentic parenting pathhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/02/20/finding-your-authentic-parenting-pathParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/02/20/finding-your-authentic-parenting-path/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/truenorthparents/2013/02/20/finding-your-authentic-parenting-pathWed, 20 Feb 2013 18:00:00 GMTFinding YOUR authentic parenting pathAmidst all the conflicting parenting information out there, how do we know what is right for our families? In our first episode, we'll be exploring how we begin to find our own True North and how that translates into our every day parenting decisions in general. I'll be joined by the fabulous Christy Farr of Seeds and Weeds Coaching! Lots of fabulous real-life examples from real families like yours.00:12:00True North Parentsnoconsciously parenting,attachment parenting,authentic,Seeds and Weeds Coaching,Christy FarrAmidst all the conflicting parenting information out there, how do we know what is right for our families? In our first episode, we'll be exploring how we begin