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Parenting Through Connection with Megan
Welcome to “Parenting Through Connection” with Megan Lachance, a podcast where we dive into the real struggles and complexities of parenting with honesty, hope, and practical strategies. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of raising kids while juggling life’s demands, you're not alone.
Each episode explores both sides of the parenting journey: managing stress and societal expectations, and building strong, meaningful relationships with your children. We’ll talk about the tough stuff; the things people don’t want to talk about or try to hide yet everyone experiences, the moments of feeling stuck and the times when parenting doesn’t feel like the dream you imagined…the ‘hidden’ parts of parenting that results in yelling, anger & sometimes even rage. Through relatable stories, mini coaching sessions, and actionable tips, Megan will help you break through the barriers that keep you feeling stuck, offering support and encouragement to help you find balance.
Parenting doesn’t have to be a daily struggle. Let’s normalize the challenges, let go of shame, and discover ways to enjoy the journey while strengthening your connection with your kids. So tune into “Parenting Through Connection” for a dose of hope, real talk, and the support you need to thrive as a parent.
Parenting Through Connection with Megan
Episode 10: How Your Childhood Shows Up in Your Parenting (and What to Do About It)
Have you ever found yourself reacting to your child in a way that surprises you—maybe with anger, withdrawal, or frustration—and wondered, “Why did I respond like that?” In today’s episode of Parenting Through Connection, we’re diving deep into this question, one that comes up time and time again with the parents I work with. We explore how our childhood experiences shape how we show up as parents, not as a way to blame, but as a path toward awareness, healing, and choice. From being the “good kid” to growing up in homes where emotions were shut down, our past can still live in our reactions. But that doesn’t mean we’re stuck.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- What “auto-parenting” is and how to tell if it’s happening in your own life.
- How our nervous system holds on to past experiences and influences our parenting responses.
- Steps to start shifting from reaction to choice, including compassionate awareness and nervous system regulation.
- The power of internal reparenting and how offering kindness to ourselves changes everything.
If your child’s meltdowns or words trigger something deep in you, know you’re not alone and you’re not broken. It’s in our control to recognize our patterns, choose differently, and show up in ways that reflect who we truly are, not just who we learned to be. If this episode resonated with you, please share it with another parent who might need to hear it. And if you’re looking for more tools and support, I’d love for you to explore my website, www.parentingthroughconnection.ca, where you can access resources and reach out for one-on-one coaching. You don’t have to do this alone.
Connect with Megan:
Website: https://www.parentingthroughconnection.ca/
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/parentingwithmegan
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/parentingwithmegan
The Connection Blueprint: https://www.parentingthroughconnection.ca/connectionblueprint
1:1 Coaching: https://www.parentingthroughconnection.ca/coaching
Parenting Membership: https://www.parentingthroughconnection.ca/connectedparentingcircle
