The Teacher and The Therapist Podcast

Episode 2: Effective Discipline

Are you a parent wondering if you're doing right by your kids? A therapist looking for real-world applications in working with children and their families? A teacher trying to navigate educating the whole child in today's world? Then this is the podcast for you.
In this episode, Bridget, the teacher, and Jenna, the therapist, dive into the complexities of effective discipline. They explore the crucial difference between discipline and punishment, emphasizing the importance of teaching and learning moments. Discover the types of consequences—natural and logical—and how they can be applied in various settings.
Bridget and Jenna also discuss conscious discipline, a buzz topic in education, which focuses on brain function states and how they influence behavior. They delve into the importance of connection in discipline, touching on gentle parenting and the different parenting styles.
Learn practical do's and don'ts for effective discipline, including the significance of maintaining physical contact and being specific, time-based, and logical in your approach. This episode is packed with insights and actionable advice for parents, teachers, and therapists alike.
Join the conversation and discover how to balance boundaries and connection for more effective discipline.

Episode 1: Answering the Tough Questions

Where do babies come from? Am I going to die? Where did daddy go? Ever been asked these or other tough questions by kids in your life? Join Brigid and Jenna as we discuss how to answer the tough and sometimes downright wild questions those kiddos ask us!