The Gentle Year
Parenting is both universal and deeply personal. The Gentle Year is a podcast from Turning The Tide Tutoring, created to give parents a space to share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs from all around the world.
Hosted by Knikki Hernandez, The Gentle Year explores real stories of raising children — from discipline and detachment to resilience, love, and loss. Each conversation invites honesty, curiosity, and compassion, reminding us that there is no single “right” way to parent, but there are countless ways to grow together.
Whether you’re a new parent, seasoned caregiver, or simply curious about the many shapes family life can take, this podcast offers connection, perspective, and gentle encouragement for the journey.
Ready to take your parenting journey deeper? Join The Gentle Year course from Turning The Tide Tutoring here: https://tinyurl.com/y9vhny39
**DISCLAIMER**
The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on The Gentle Year podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Turning the Tide Tutoring. The content provided is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice in any form.
Listeners are encouraged to use their own judgment and seek appropriate professional guidance when necessary. By listening to this podcast, you agree that neither the host nor Turning the Tide Tutoring is responsible for any decisions made based on what you hear.
The Gentle Year
Latest Episodes
Can You Afford to Homeschool? The Honest Conversation | Katelyn Deville (Finale)
Is homeschooling only realistic for families with financial flexibility? And how do homeschooled children develop friendships, independence, maturity, and the social skills they need for adulthood?In Part 3 of this conversation, homescho...
Thinking About Homeschooling? Start Here (Part 2) | Katelyn Deville
Thinking about homeschooling can feel overwhelming, especially when you are trying to figure out state laws, withdrawal procedures, curriculum, record keeping, assessments, transcripts, and whether your child is truly ready for a different educ...
Homeschool Burnout, Routines, and the “Teacher Bestie” Every Mom Needs | Katelyn Deville
Thinking about homeschooling but feeling overwhelmed, underqualified, or unsure where to begin? In this episode of The Gentle Year, Knikki Hernandez sits down with Katelyn DeVille, founder of The Home Based Method, to talk honestly abo...
Raising Animal Lovers: Lessons from a Wildlife Sanctuary | Sarah Cooperman
What should you do if your child finds an injured bird, orphaned squirrel, or baby rabbit? How can parents encourage a love of animals while teaching respect for wildlife?In this episode of The Gentle Year, I sit down with Sarah...
The Children We Couldn't Save From Ourselves | Caasi O'Day (Finale)
What if the problem was never that you were "too much"?In this deeply personal conversation, therapist Caasi shares the moment that changed the course of her life. As a teenager struggling with anger, fear, and loneliness, she learned fi...