Oh Crap with Jamie
A podcast for conscious parents who drop the f-bomb. A lot. We are the overthinkers, the dreamers, and the doers. We are parenting in a radically different way than those before us. But our divine vision gets blurry cause...OMG...kids can be such a pain in the ass. Let's work from the inside out, in a whole brain, whole body way to mitigate the crappy behavior. Not just with our kids but with ourselves. So you can be the parent you envision.
Episodes
312: Ditching the Parenting Industrial Complex
What if the biggest thing making motherhood harder… isn't your child?What if it's the endless stream of parenting advice telling you exactly what to do, what to say, and what you're getting wrong?In this episode, Jamie shares why she's "pulling out of the parenting industrial complex" and making a major shift in her work. After more than 25 years of working with families,
311. Play is the work of childhood.
True child-led play is the child's choice, they make the rules, and they can leave when they want. It is NOT adult-led, adult-supervised sports or activities. It's vital for vestibular and proprioceptive inputs and it's an agent for regulation of the nervous system. For MOMS TOO. Move your body, lift heavy things, and move the energy.The categories of movement: Crawling & Cross-Bod
310: We fix ourselves and the environment, not the child.
It's so easy to think our kids need fixing....but it's almost always an US problem or an environment problem. Most parenting "scripts" don't work because they're attempting to fix the child. Behavior is always communication and it's our job to translate that. If motherhood is making you overwhelmed, overstimulated, and burnt tf out, I can help. You may know me as the
309: When Talk Therapy Isn't Cutting It
After taking a pause from the podcast, Jamie is back — not because of the algorithm, consistency pressure, or content treadmill… but because she finally had something she genuinely needed to say. This episode starts with a reflection on stepping away from content creation and the overwhelming response from listeners whose lives were impacted by the podcast. But it quickly evolves into something mu
308: I’m Pausing the Podcast (And Here’s Why)
This episode is a little different.It’s a personal update — and an honest look at where I am in my work right now.Over the past few months, I’ve been feeling something I can’t ignore anymore:This one-way conversation isn’t working for me.In this episode, I share:Why I’ve been skipping podcast episodesMy recent hearing loss and tinnitus diagnosisWhy content creation has started to feel drainingThe
307: The Capability Crisis (And Why Your Kid Can’t Do Basic Things)
We’re in the middle of what many are calling a capability crisis.Kids are struggling to do basic things — not because they can’t… but because they haven’t been taught how.In this episode, Jamie introduces the concept of scaffolding — the process of gradually building skills over time, starting much earlier than most parents think.Because here’s the truth:Kids don’t magically wake up at age 9 knowi
305: Youth Sports Have Become a Billion-Dollar Pressure Cooker
Youth sports used to be simple.Kids played with neighborhood friends, parents volunteered as coaches, and the goal was just to have fun.But today?Youth sports have become a multi-billion-dollar industry, and parents are under enormous pressure to keep up.Private coaching. Travel teams. Year-round specialization. Endless tournaments.In this episode, Jamie sits down with Jonathan Carone from Healthy
304: Kids’ Crap... How to Control Toy Clutter Without Losing Your Mind
Kids collect stuff.Toys. Trinkets. Goody bag junk. Happy Meal prizes. Endless artwork.And before you know it, your house is overflowing.In this episode, Jamie tackles a question parents ask all the time:What do we do with all the kids’ stuff?From toy overload to random plastic junk to piles of artwork, she shares practical strategies to keep your home manageable without constant battles.Jamie expl
303: No, You Can't Have It All
Millennial moms were told they could be anything.Doctor. Lawyer. Entrepreneur. Founder.But no one mentioned the other two full-time jobs:Raising childrenRunning a householdIn this episode, Jamie sits down with Katherine to talk about the generational messaging that shaped modern motherhood — and why so many parents feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and like they’re somehow failing.Jamie brings the Gen
302: What’s in My Death Folder (And Why You Need One)
Brick for Phones (Save 10%)If I die in a blizzard… does my kid know where the folder is?That’s not anxiety.That’s logistics.In this episode, I’m talking about something we are terrible at as a society:Preparing for death.Not in a morbid way.Not in a fearful way.In a practical way.Because if you’ve ever lost someone close to you, you know:The week after someone dies is chaos.Paperwork.Phone cal
301: Why Your Kids Need to See You Struggle (Modeling Hard Things)
In this episode, I sit down with Jose to talk about something we don’t discuss enough:Your kids need to see you struggle.Not fall apart.Not spiral.Not dump your emotional processing onto them.But struggle.We talk about:Why shielding kids from every difficulty backfiresThe difference between modeling resilience and trauma-dumpingHow to let kids see you try (even when you fail)Why “protecting” them
300: The Pace of Childhood (And Why You’re Rushing It)
Today we’re talking about something that’s been itching at me for years:We are not moving at the pace of childhood.We are expecting children to move at our pace — the adult pace, the productivity pace, the overstimulated world pace — and then wondering why behavior is exploding.In this episode, I unpack:Why childhood is inherently slowHow rushing creates behavioral problemsThe difference between m
299: Do You Need Carbs to Build Muscle? (Lifting, Metabolic Health & Metabolic Flexibility)
In this episode, I sit down with Caitlin — mom of two, librarian, strength trainee — to unpack a question SO many women have:Do you actually need carbs to build muscle?After starting a barbell lifting program, Caitlin followed common strength advice to increase carbs… and quickly gained 15–20 pounds, much of it around her belly.So what happened?We break down:🍚 The truth about carbs and muscle buil
298: Making Childhood Magical (Without Burning Yourself Out)
I need to say this clearly:We are overdoing childhood.Valentine’s Day has turned into full-blown production value.St. Patrick’s Day requires glitter explosions.Birthdays have become competitive events.And moms are exhausted.In this episode, I unpack:Why we keep adding moreHow guilt fuels over-the-top “magic”The mental load behind holidaysWhy corporations benefit from your insecurityWhat kids actua
297: Disney Isn’t a Must (And Vacations Won’t Fix Your Life)
A mom in our community asked a question that I think a lot of parents secretly wrestle with:“Do I have to do Disney? Isn’t it a right of childhood?”In this episode, I break down why the answer is no — and why we need to rethink what vacations are actually for.We talk about:Why time off from labor is a human right — but travel is notThe difference between a vacation and travelingWhy starting young
296: Govern, Garden, Guide (And What To Do If You Missed It)
I’ve been getting a lot of questions about govern, garden, guide — especially from parents worried they already messed it up.So let’s clear the air.In this episode, I explain:Where the govern, garden, guide concept comes fromWhat “govern” really means in the 0–6 yearsWhy leadership (not control) creates safetyHow permissive parenting sneaks in — and why it feels goodWhy kids don’t trust inconsiste
295: Lean into your kid being extra (whatever flavor of extra they got)
When kids are dramatic, hurt, angry, or emotionally flooded, our instinct is often to shut it down with logic.“It’s not that bad.”“You’re fine.”“Stop overreacting.”In this episode, I explain why that backfires — and why leaning in to big feelings actually helps kids regulate faster.We talk about:How kids borrow our nervous systemsWhy minimizing emotions makes them persistThe power of exaggeration
294: The Boring Parts of Life, Are in Fact Life
Join my February Strength and Mobility ClassIf you feel exhausted, resentful, or like life is just one endless list of things to get through — this episode is for you.In this conversation, I explore why modern parents are burning out not just because life is hard — but because we’re resisting the very things that make up a life.Using the Zen concept chop wood, carry water, we talk about how the m
293: Your Nervous System is Running the Show
Join my February Strength and Mobility ClassThis episode is me saying the quiet part out loud.If you are overwhelmed, overstimulated, exhausted, reactive, or feel like you’re constantly one second away from losing your shit — this is not a discipline problem, a strategy problem, or a “try harder” problem.It’s a nervous system problem.And it’s everything.In this episode, I explain plainly what I’ve
292: Millennial Parenting - The Good and the Bad
In this episode, I sit down with Katherine from Moms Off the Record for an honest, unscripted conversation about how parenting changed so drastically - and why so many parents feel overwhelmed, anxious, and burnt out.This isn’t advice.It’s not a how-to.And it’s definitely not prescriptive.It’s two moms from different generations trying to understand how parenting got so complicated — and how we mi
291: Dude, I Aged Overnight (And Here’s What Actually Caused It)
A few weeks ago, I woke up and realized I had aged overnight — and I don’t say that lightly.My skin looked dull, saggy, gray, and smushed, and it wasn’t bouncing back. And while I’m committed to aging naturally, the suddenness of it stopped me in my tracks.In this episode, I walk through what actually caused it — and why it surprised me.We talk about:How sugar and higher-carb eating can show up on
290: Getting Kids Involved in Local Government
When kids start repeating political talking points, it’s easy to panic — or overcorrect.In this episode, I explain why children don’t belong in national politics, how political theater creates fear and powerlessness, and why teaching kids how government works matters more than teaching them what to think.We talk about:Why politics is theater — and government is the real workThe difference between
289: Let's Love Our Own Damn Lives
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about how easy it is to fall out of love with our own lives.Not because they’re bad — but because we’ve been conditioned to believe that if something isn’t big, optimized, impressive, or “Instagram-worthy,” it doesn’t count.In this episode, I talk about reclaiming joy, magic, and ownership over your own experience — especially in a world that constantly tells us so
288: Technoference: when tech gets in the way of parenting
A new 2025 meta-analysis on parental phone use is circulating — and the term researchers are using is technoference: the way phones interfere with parent-child relationships.In this episode, we unpack what that really means, why kids and moms alike are struggling right now, and how distracted parenting — even when it’s unintentional — affects children’s speech, emotional regulation, and connection
287: The Jar of Good: Why Looking for the Good Actually Changes Everything
Every year, I share something called The Jar of Good — and every year it hits people right in the heart.In this episode, I break down how this simple tradition works, why it’s so powerful, and how it helps kids feel truly seen. But we don’t stop there. We also talk about what happens when you have multiple kids, sibling dynamics, and why a single “family jar” can sometimes backfire.We also explore
286: Look for the Good
Happy New Year, friends.This episode is a reset.In this solo episode, I’m talking about why I’m choosing alignment as my word for 2026—and why optimism, of all things, might be the bravest stance we can take right now. We’re living in a world wired for negativity: doom scrolling, AI overload, hot takes, bad faith arguments, and constant outrage. Our brains are being trained to look for what’s wron
285: Happy New Year: The Big Shift I’m Making in My Work (And Why You Need It)
Happy New Year, friends! In this episode, I’m closing out 2025 with a big reflection on how drastically my work with parents has changed. More and more, I’m finding that parenting “strategies” don’t work—not because the strategies are wrong, but because parents are too overstretched, too exhausted, and too busy to actually implement anything.I’m talking about lifestyle overwhelm, dual-income myths
284: Why Your Kid Won’t Eat Dinner (And How to Fix It)
In today’s episode, I sit down with my friend and brilliant food-nerd Erica Litzner—Montessori chef, former restaurant pro, and mom to a daughter navigating ARFID, autism, ADHD, and the very real fallout of modern food culture. We’re talking picky eating, snacking culture, dopamine, France, the USDA, how the food industry hijacked our kids’ taste buds, and why this mess is absolutely not your faul
283: Why You’re Always Rushed (and How to Stop)
In this tiny bite-sized episode, I’m sharing a moment that absolutely cracked me open: standing in my kitchen, impatiently waiting 40 seconds—FORTY SECONDS—for a mason jar to fill with water. I caught myself thinking, “Ugh, I wish I could go do something else while this fills.” And then I had to laugh because… where the hell was I going?This episode is a gentle (and slightly heartbreaking) reminde
282: What My Dog Taught Me About Parenting
In this episode, I’m sharing the surprisingly profound parenting lessons I’ve learned from my dog, Maverick. From the early days of dealing with a reactive dog to becoming a more intentional leader, this episode covers why consistency matters, why your tone carries more weight than your words, and how kids—just like dogs—feel safer when you are the sturdy one in charge.I also talk about overstimul
281: Before You Sign Up for That Team... A Reality Check for Parents
In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the biggest sources of stress for modern families: kids’ sports and activities—especially in the 6–10 age range. Someone asked me on Instagram what I think about structured sports for this age bracket, and the truth is… I have a LOT of thoughts.We talk about what kids actually need developmentally, why free play is still crucial after age six, how oversche
280: Why I Saved for Therapy, Not College
In this festive (and absolutely ridiculous) episode, I’m sharing the true story of how my son Pascal found out the truth about Santa—and why I’ve always said I should’ve saved for therapy instead of college. From psychedelic mushroom folklore to reindeer pee (yes, really), to the moment Pascal asked me point-blank, “Are you Santa?” in JULY… this episode is part comedy, part chaos, and part parenti
279: Allowing Your Kid's To Sit With Guilt
In this very birthday edition episode (yes—it’s my birthday!), I’m talking about a feeling we parents try way too hard to rescue our kids from: guilt. Guilt is uncomfortable, but it’s also one of the most powerful emotional teachers we have. I share a personal story about the year my son Pascal completely forgot my birthday—despite me handing him the Amazon link for the gift I wanted. Instead of s
278: More People Loving Your Kid is a Good Thing
In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most common holiday parenting struggles—grandparent gifts. Every year, I see posts complaining about grandparents “going rogue,” buying the loudest toys, or ignoring wish lists altogether. But here’s the thing: grandparents want to see your kids happy. They’re after that moment of joy, not the perfect Amazon link.I’ll share practical ways to handle the g
277: Don't Bank Behavior (Bite Size Nugget)
In this episode, I’m tackling one of the biggest parenting traps—“banking behavior.” You know that thing we all do where we take our kids somewhere special, buy them a treat, and expect them to be good later? Yeah… it never works. I’ll break down why kids can’t “bank” good behavior, why gratitude doesn’t come naturally until much later, and how to manage your own expectations (especially around th
276: The Honest Episode Every Mom Needs to Hear
Today I'm sharing a podcast that I was lucky enough to be a guest on. The information was so good I'm sharing it here. Kat and April, both seasoned parenting experts with over 15 years of experience, bring unique perspectives to the field of parenting expertise and experience. Kat emphasizes that true parenting expertise stems from practical knowledge gained from working with numerous families, va
275: Resentment & Dirty Yeses
In this episode, I’m talking about resentment—the kind that sneaks in when we keep saying yes to things we don’t want to do. I share a story about my son Pascal, a pile of deer meat, and how one small “dirty yes” turned into a full-blown meltdown. (Spoiler: it wasn’t really about the meat.) We’ll talk about the difference between a clean yes and a dirty yes, why women struggle with boundaries, and
274: How Dopamine Is Wrecking Our Kids (and Us)
In this episode, I’m diving deep into one of the biggest problems affecting us—and our kids—right now: dopamine overload. We’ve built a world that’s too comfortable, too fast, and too easy—and it’s wrecking our motivation, focus, and happiness. From snacks and screens to constant stimulation, our brains (and our kids’ brains) are stuck in overdrive. I’ll explain what dopamine actually is (it’s not
273: You Don’t Have to Validate Everything Your Kid Does
In this episode, I’m talking about something that’s taken over modern parenting—the obsession with validating everything our kids do. Somewhere along the way, we started thinking we had to be front-row cheerleaders for every kick, drawing, or math problem. But here’s the truth: that constant validation actually chips away at your child’s confidence. I share stories from my own time coaching baseba
272: Your Kids Don't Need Snacks
In this episode, I sit down with mom and content creator Tori Winstead to talk about the parenting culture we’ve built—and how something as simple as snacks reveals so much about it. We unpack the rise of “snack addiction,” instant gratification, and how we’ve turned food (and screens) into emotional pacifiers for both kids and parents. Tori shares her viral story of quitting snacks cold turkey—an
271: Making the Holidays Easier
In this episode, I’m calling out the biggest myth of the holiday season—that you can make magic or “craft core memories” for your kids. You can’t. What your child remembers isn’t the matching pajamas or perfect tree—it’s how they felt. I’ll share stories from my own childhood (poverty, oranges, and pancake dinners), and how those simple, cozy moments turned into the most meaningful memories of all
270: You Can Stop Worrying About Nutrition
In this episode, I’m diving into why dinner has become so overcomplicated—and how you can stop worrying about it. Somewhere between Pinterest recipes, wellness trends, and the “eat the rainbow” movement, we’ve lost sight of what feeding a family actually means. I’ll walk you through my recent food experiment (yes, it involves potatoes, rice, and butter), what I learned about nutrition tracking, an
269: Stop Feeling Like Life’s Dragging You
In this bite-sized Oh Crap with Jamie episode, I’m sharing my favorite new year mindset shift: the 26 Before 26 Challenge—a simple way to wrap up the year with intention, calm, and a sense of control. We’ll talk about why “being in control” isn’t the dirty word it’s made out to be, how to reclaim your power in parenting and life, and what it really means to lead your home with sturdiness, decisive
268: How to Handle Spitting, Hitting & Other Physical Behaviors
In this episode, I’m talking about one of those behaviors that makes every parent’s blood boil—spitting—and what it really means when your kid does it. Whether it’s silly toddler raspberries or full-on disrespect, spitting (and other physical behaviors like hitting, biting, and jumping on furniture) are never random. I’ll walk you through how to identify what’s underneath the behavior—attention-se
267: This Is All We Get
In this reflective Oh Crap with Jamie episode, Jamie shares a heartfelt reminder that this is all we get. From hiking challenges to motherhood moments to the stories that shape our lives, she explores why we make things harder than they need to be—and how to shift toward ease, presence, and joy.Jamie opens up about the lessons she learned from her mom’s passing, the power of simplicity, and the im
266: How to Build Your Village with Ali Stahlwood
In this episode, I sit down with Ali Stalwood, known as Wildly Ginger on Instagram, to talk about something every parent craves but struggles to find — community. After moving back home to Pennsylvania, Ali realized that waiting for a “village” wasn’t working… so she built one. What started as a simple dinner rotation between families turned into a thriving support system built on shared meals, ho
265: Yes, Parenting is a Full Time Job
In this bite-sized nugget, I’m talking about something that’s been bugging me for a while—how we’ve forgotten that our kids and our homes are actually our jobs. Somewhere along the line, we started treating family life like an afterthought—whatever scraps of energy we have left after work, errands, and endless to-dos. But what if we reframed it? What if we treated home and family like the meaningf
264: Make Dinner Without Cooking Every Night
In this episode, I’m talking about one of the biggest modern parenting struggles—how to feed your family real food without cooking every single night. It’s not about meal plans or Pinterest-perfect prep days—it’s about creating systems that work in real life. I’m sharing how to think like our grandmothers did: stretch meals, simplify ingredients, and ditch the guilt around not being a “foodie.” Yo
263: Tiny Dictators
In this bite-sized nugget, I’m tackling a big one—what I call tiny dictators. You know the type: the kid who decides who sits where, who can talk, or which parent is “allowed” in the bathroom. When I hear a parent say, “My child won’t let me…,” I know we’re already in trouble. Kids are hardwired to want control, but when we hand over the wheel, it makes them feel unsafe and chaotic. In this episod
262: Taming Tantrums
In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the most misunderstood parts of parenting—the toddler tantrum. What’s developmentally normal? What’s not? And why do some kids melt down over a peeled banana while others roll with it? I’m walking you through the four big triggers that cause tantrums (hungry, tired, overstimulated, and loss of control) and which of those you can actually do something about
261: Growing Pains & Restless Legs (Bite Size Nugget)
In this bite-sized nugget, I’m sharing some simple solutions for those middle-of-the-night kid struggles—growing pains, restless legs, and even the start of night terrors. We’ve all been there: your child is finally drifting off and suddenly their legs are twitching, cramping, or they’re up screaming in pain. I’ll walk you through what might be going on (from magnesium loss to plain old overtiredn
260: Halloween Candy Isn't "Neutral"
This week I’m diving into a hot-button October topic: Halloween candy, picky eating, and the myth that food is “neutral.” Everywhere I look, I see advice about making candy an everyday side dish so kids won’t care about it come Halloween. And you guys—I can’t even. Candy is supposed to be a big deal! It’s a treat, not dinner. In this episode, I unpack why serving candy at every meal backfires, how
259: Interrupting Kids (Bite Size Nugget)
In this bite-sized nugget, I’m talking about one of the most sanity-sucking habits kids have: interrupting. You know the drill—you finally sit down for a conversation with another adult, and boom, your kid is right there, cutting in with something that definitely could have waited. I’ll share why letting kids constantly interrupt actually creates clingy behavior, how to set healthy boundaries with
258: Temperament is NOT a diagnosis
In this episode, I’m unpacking something I’ve been seeing everywhere lately: the rush to slap a diagnosis on our kids when it might actually just be temperament. Don’t get me wrong—diagnoses can be life-changing and absolutely necessary. But not every shy kid is “on the spectrum,” not every focused moment is “ADHD hyperfocus,” and not every earworm means your brain is broken. I’m breaking down the
257: Stop Asking Your Kid Why (Bite Size Nugget)
In this bite-sized nugget, I’m tackling two parenting habits that need to go: asking your toddler why they did something, and thinking co-regulation “isn’t working.” Spoiler—your toddler doesn’t know why they hit their sibling or why they won’t poop on the potty, and expecting them to explain just sets you both up for frustration. And co-regulation? It’s not a trick to stop tantrums—it’s you stayi
256: Toddlers, Tantrums & Boundaries with Devon Kuntzman
This week I sat down with Devon Kuntzman, founder of Transforming Toddlerhood and author of the brand-new book by the same name, to talk all things toddlers—the good, the messy, and the meltdown-y. We dug into why parents tie their worth to behavior, how “gentle parenting” often slips into permissiveness, and why connection isn’t a checklist, it’s a feeling. Devon shared her “recipe for effective
255: Is Your Child Withholding Poop? Signs, Causes & What to Do
In this episode, I’m diving deep into one of the most common—and misunderstood—potty training struggles: poop withholding. This isn’t your kid being stubborn or “doing it on purpose.” Withholding is a muscular reaction to anxiety, and right now, it’s the majority of the work I do with families. I’ll break down the signs to watch for (from smearing to requesting a diaper), why so many specialists a
254: Stop Over-Processing Your Child’s Emotions
In this episode, I’m tackling one of the biggest mistakes I see parents making right now: over-processing our kids’ emotions. Somewhere along the line, “validate their feelings” turned into full-on therapy sessions every time your toddler cried about the blue cup. And guys, that’s not helping them—it’s drowning everyone. I’ll break down the difference between validating and over-processing, why sa
253: Stop "Trying" To Potty Train (Bite Size Nugget)
In this bite-sized nugget, I’m tackling one of the biggest potty training mistakes I see right now: “trying” to potty train. And by trying, I don’t mean giving it an honest go—I mean sampling it here and there, doing it only on weekends, or half-committing and hoping your kid magically figures it out. Spoiler: that just sends mixed messages and sets everyone up for frustration. Potty training, lik
252: Screens, Autism, and the Toddler TV Trap with Andreina Rosales
This week, I sat down with Andreina Diaz, mom of two, PhD student, and researcher behind Toddler TV Trap, to talk about one of the hottest (and most controversial) topics in parenting right now: screen time and autism. Andreina’s work looks at how highly stimulating shows like Cocomelon and Ms. Rachel may be impacting kids’ brains, what new research is showing about subtypes of autism, and why red
251: Stop Overthinking Food (Bite Size Nugget)
In this bite-sized nugget, I’m giving you permission to stop overthinking food—especially when it comes to toddlers. If you’ve been stressing about cooking full dinners every night, fighting over veggies, or wondering if your kid is “eating enough,” this one’s for you. I’m breaking down why toddlers eat like snakes (yep, in bursts, not evenly), why small portions and variety work better than giant
250: Make Room For Your Child's Growth
In this episode, I’m taking a hard look at the way we’ve built our lives—and how so much of it just doesn’t leave room for kids to actually be kids. Between work schedules, overstuffed calendars, and the pressure to check off milestones like it’s a parenting to-do list, we’re burning out while expecting our little ones to perform like mini adults. I’m talking about why parenting is a long game (no
249: Bring Back Actual Conversation (Bite Size Nugget)
In this bite-sized nugget, I’m sharing a story from a party I went to with Lenore Skenazy (yep, the Free-Range Kids legend herself) that left me buzzing for days—and not because of the drinks. It was the conversations. Real, curious, ask-me-anything kind of conversations with people who weren’t checking boxes or looking for labels, but actually listening and sharing stories. And it hit me: we’ve l
248: Free Range Kids: Raising Braver Kids in a Fear-Obsessed World With Lenore Skenazy-
This week, I sat down with the one and only Lenore Skenazy — the “Free-Range Mom” who made headlines as “America’s Worst Mom” after letting her 9-year-old ride the NYC subway alone. We dove deep into the cultural shift that’s replaced neighborhood play with constant supervision, how fear-driven parenting is feeding the kids’ mental health crisis, and why the most powerful antidote to anxiety is ac
247: Dinner at 3-4pm (Bite Size Nugget)
Back-to-school season can be rough, and if you’re already seeing those epic after-school meltdowns, you’re not alone. In this bite-sized nugget, I’m talking about after-school restraint collapse—why kids hold it together all day only to fall apart the second they get home—and what you can do to ease the chaos. I’ll walk you through three key strategies (spoiler: food, no questions, and big play),
246: Consequences vs Punishment
In this episode of Oh Crap with Jamie, I’m diving deep into one of the biggest pain points in parenting right now: consequences vs. punishment—and why so many of us get stuck in that messy middle where nothing’s working and everyone’s losing their cool. I break down why too many chances lead to dysregulation (for you and your kid), how to make consequences immediate, proportionate, and connected t
245: 3 Things to Ask Daycare When Potty Training (Bite Size Nugget)
If you’re in the middle of potty training and staring down the return to daycare—this one’s for you. I’m breaking down exactly why trying to “get it done” in 2–3 days before sending your kid back is a recipe for disaster, and what you actually need to ask your daycare before you start. From bathroom setups to accident policies to the myth of early self-initiation, I’m giving you the real-deal chec
244: Why Are We So Tied To Labeling Our Parenting
Y’all, this episode is a full-on TED Talk (minus the PowerPoint). I’m unpacking all the trending parenting labels—gentle, respectful, intentional, sturdy, conscious, child-led—and calling out where we’ve gone off the rails. Are we actually parenting, or just trying not to do what our parents did? I’m digging into why we cling to these labels, how they’re often just code for what we don’t want to d
243: Change Begins With You (Bite Size Nugget)
In this bite-sized nugget, I’m calling out the way the 24-hour news cycle—and the never-ending opinions that come with it—is wrecking our nervous systems. We were never meant to carry the weight of the entire world, and yet here we are: flooded with information, outrage, and heartbreak we can’t do anything about. I’m sharing why it’s okay (and even necessary) to unplug, focus inward, and come back
242: Potty Training: The Myth of Child-Led
If you’ve ever been told to “just wait until they’re ready” when it comes to potty training, this episode is your reality check (and yeah, it might be the hill I die on). I’m breaking down where that phrase really came from (spoiler: diaper companies), why it’s not actually child-led, and how it’s failing our kids—big time. I’m talking poop withholding, pediatricians who mean well but don’t get it
241: Why I Hate Scripts
In this bite-sized nugget, I’m talking about something that’s creeping into parenting way too much lately: scripts. Everyone wants the perfect words to say, but the truth is—real parenting doesn’t follow a script. We’re raising little humans, not robots, and that means getting creative in the moment. I’m sharing why I believe the point of human existence is creation—and how that translates into yo
240: Stop Saying Toxic Masculinity
This one’s for the parents of boys. In this episode, I’m diving into a conversation we really need to be having—about our sons, teen boys, puberty, the rise of radical voices like Andrew Tate, and the pressures our boys are feeling in today’s culture. I’m not here to panic or point fingers, but to help us think critically about what’s really going on, how we’re showing up for our boys, and how to
239: Why You Should Cater to Your Oldest Child
Hey friends! In this bite-sized nugget, I’m talking about something I see allll the time in modern parenting—catering everything to the youngest kid. From activities to movie choices, it’s easy to default to what the baby needs... but it’s time we shift that. I’m breaking down what I call “aging up”—prioritizing your oldest’s stage of development instead of dragging them back to toddler-level ever
238: Kid Not Listening?
Let’s talk about listening—and why your kid not doing what you asked isn’t always about defiance. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to get your child to listen the first time (without yelling across the house or bribing with snacks). We’re covering everything from how screens impact your kid’s ability to hear you, to why consequences have to be immediate in order to work. I’m also diving into
237: Food for Thought (Bite Size Nugget)
Hey hey! In this bite-sized nugget, I’m bringing you a half-baked but important thought that hit me hard: when did we lose our connection to food—and what did we fill that time with? I’m talking about the slow erosion of food culture, from the rise of shelf-stable convenience to the fact that so many adults don’t even know how to cook anymore. We’ve got all these time-saving devices, but somehow w
236: The Village Part 5 - Organized Sports & Activities
In this final part of the Village series, I’m going after something big: organized sports and structured activities for the under-six crowd. Look, I know it’s tempting to sign your kid up for everything from ballet to t-ball—but I’m breaking down why that might be doing more harm than good. We’re talking body awareness, emotional regulation, mental load (hello group chats!), and what your little o
235: A Trick for Overstimulation (Bite Size Nugget)
Hey friends! In this bite-sized nugget, I’m following up on our convo about phones and overstimulation—because this one really can’t be said enough. Today we’re talking about how your phone use (yes, even for “productive” stuff like emails and scheduling) is hijacking your nervous system and keeping you stuck in a hypervigilant, crouching-tiger state. I’m breaking down how your vision, your body,
234: The Village Part 4 - Digital Life
In this final part of the Village series, I’m diving into one of the biggest culprits behind burnout and overwhelm: our phones. Yep, we’re talking overstimulation, the scarcity loop hijacking your brain, and how digital life is quietly (or not-so-quietly) wrecking your presence with your kids. This episode is part rant, part loving intervention—and I’m breaking down why your phone use might be mak
233: Overstimulation (Bite Size Nugget)
Overstimulation—it’s the #1 thing you guys told me is driving your burnout and overwhelm right now. So, in this bite-sized nugget, I’m breaking it down: what overstimulation really is, why it’s not your kids’ fault, and what you can do about it (spoiler: it starts with us).You can’t ask your kids not to be kids—but you can manage the extra inputs tipping you over the edge. I’m sharing tips on redu
232: The Village Part 3: But How Do I Make Friends
Welcome to Part 3 of our Village series! In this episode, I’m getting super practical—because one of the biggest questions I keep hearing is “But HOW do I actually make friends?” We’re diving into what that really looks like (yes, even if you’re an introvert), how to find the people, why “jumping in” matters, and how to stop overthinking every interaction. Plus, I’m sharing tips for building conne
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