Raising Kids with Love and Boundaries

You're at the playground. Your child wants a turn on the swing. And before you can do anything, they shove another child off it. Every adult in the playground turns to look at you.
If that has happened to you, or if the hitting, biting or snatching is happening at home, this episode is for you.
Camilla McGill, parenting coach with over 20 years of experience and a mum of four, explains what is really driving this behaviour in young children and gives you three practical tools that actually work, including one that most parents never think to try.
In this episode:
Why children hit, bite and snatch, and why it has nothing to do with being naughty
The firm, brief response that holds the boundary without shaming your child
How to talk to your child about it once things have calmed down
The playful skill-building technique that creates lasting change
Plus the question of the week: what do you do when your child is aggressive in front of your parents, and they expect you to handle it very differently to how you want to?
Free guide: Why Your Child Has Tantrums - 10 Calm Ways To Respond  https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/tantrums
Book a free discovery call https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/CHAT

Camilla's group programe Parenting With Love & Boundaries - https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/PLB - new cohort starting soon

00:00 That playground panic feeling 
01:51 Why children hit, bite and snatch 
03:47 Three things that actually work 
07:22 Free resources 
08:19 Question of the week: when it happens in front of grandparents 
11:03 Final thoughts

 'Why Kids Save The Worst Behaviour For Their Parents (and what to do about it)'
If your child is well-behaved for others, but lets it all out at home - this session will be very helpful.
We'll cover  meltdowns, stand-offs and "why won't you just listen?" moments, with practical strategies you can try straight away.
Save your spot for 13 or 18th May 8-9pm UK (and get the replay
When you're ready, here are some ways Camilla can help you further.
Tired of feeling like you go round in circles with your child? Wish they came with a manual?
💻 Check out Parenting With Love and Boundaries, Camilla's 8-week group programme: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/PLB - new cohort starts soon!

📞 Book a free discovery call to talk to Camilla about how she can help you personally: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/CHAT

📰 Join Camilla's weekly newsletter for tips, insights and support straight to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/newsletter

Follow Camilla on Instagram for daily tips and inspiration: https://www.instagram.com/myparentingsolutions/

Does your child shout demands across the room and you just... go with it? You're not alone, and it makes complete sense. But in this episode we talk about why letting it slide can quietly become a habit, and what we can do instead.

Camilla shares a genuinely disastrous cafe trip with her two young boys, what she did differently the second time, and why a little preparation makes all the difference. 
We also look at what "speaking respectfully" actually means for young children, plus simple scripts for redirecting rudeness calmly and without a battle.
If you'd like a simple framework for getting your child to listen and cooperate, download the free How to Get Your Child to Listen with the GREAT Method guide at https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/justlisten

00:00 Why we give in
03:01 Why manners matter
04:43 Cafe disaster story
05:43 Set expectations beforehand
06:49 Polite requests in the moment
08:13 Handling public meltdowns
09:59 Wrap up and next steps

Free resource: The GREAT Method guide – How to Get Your Child to Listen Without Nagging, Shouting or Threatening
www.myparentingsolutions.com/justlisten

When you're ready, here are some ways Camilla can help you further.
Tired of feeling like you go round in circles with your child? Wish they came with a manual?
💻 Check out Parenting With Love and Boundaries, Camilla's 8-week group programme: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/PLB - new cohort starts soon!

📞 Book a free discovery call to talk to Camilla about how she can help you personally: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/CHAT

📰 Join Camilla's weekly newsletter for tips, insights and support straight to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/newsletter

Follow Camilla on Instagram for daily tips and inspiration: https://www.instagram.com/myparentingsolutions/

In this episode, we explore why parenting stress builds up in our nervous system and three simple ways to reduce it without adding more to our to-do list:
the safety bubble, using touch and breath to calm the body
sensory safety rituals that help us feel grounded and safe
effortless rest, allowing the nervous system to fully down-regulate
We also discuss how supporting our own nervous system helps our children regulate their emotions, making it easier to stay calm, hold boundaries, and respond rather than react.
To find out about Parenting With Love and Boundaries, Camilla's group course, go https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/waitlist
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 'Why Kids Save The Worst Behaviour For Their Parents (and what to do about it)'
If your child is well-behaved for others, but lets it all out at home - this session will be very helpful.
We'll cover  meltdowns, stand-offs and "why won't you just listen?" moments, with practical strategies you can try straight away.
Save your spot for 13 or 18th May 8-9pm UK (and get the replay
When you're ready, here are some ways Camilla can help you further.
Tired of feeling like you go round in circles with your child? Wish they came with a manual?
💻 Check out Parenting With Love and Boundaries, Camilla's 8-week group programme: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/PLB - new cohort starts soon!

📞 Book a free discovery call to talk to Camilla about how she can help you personally: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/CHAT

📰 Join Camilla's weekly newsletter for tips, insights and support straight to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/newsletter

Follow Camilla on Instagram for daily tips and inspiration: https://www.instagram.com/myparentingsolutions/

Ever dread those awkward family moments? 
In this honest and practical conversation, parenting coach Camilla McGill was invited onto BBC Radio 4 Woman's Hour to share how to handle tricky dynamics - especially at Christmas. 
Listen in for tips on managing awkward questions, setting gentle boundaries, and helping your child (and yourself) feel calm and confident during family gatherings.

 'Why Kids Save The Worst Behaviour For Their Parents (and what to do about it)'
If your child is well-behaved for others, but lets it all out at home - this session will be very helpful.
We'll cover  meltdowns, stand-offs and "why won't you just listen?" moments, with practical strategies you can try straight away.
Save your spot for 13 or 18th May 8-9pm UK (and get the replay
When you're ready, here are some ways Camilla can help you further.
Tired of feeling like you go round in circles with your child? Wish they came with a manual?
💻 Check out Parenting With Love and Boundaries, Camilla's 8-week group programme: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/PLB - new cohort starts soon!

📞 Book a free discovery call to talk to Camilla about how she can help you personally: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/CHAT

📰 Join Camilla's weekly newsletter for tips, insights and support straight to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/newsletter

Follow Camilla on Instagram for daily tips and inspiration: https://www.instagram.com/myparentingsolutions/

When your kid tunes you out - The Realities of Parenthood: Insights from a Parenting Coach and a Working Mum
Does it feel like your child only hears you when they want to? You ask them to put on their shoes, tidy their toys, or come to the table — and they tune you out as if you’re invisible. In this episode, working mum Miranda puts Camilla in the hot seat to ask the tough questions parents everywhere are struggling with.
Camilla explains why kids don’t always listen, why punishment doesn’t actually teach better behaviour, and she shares three simple strategies you can start using right away to get more cooperation without shouting, threats, or guilt. She also tackles that painful moment every parent dreads: “I don’t want you to go to work, mummy.”
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:05 Meet Miranda: The Struggles of a Working Mom
01:37 Why Parenting is So Hard
03:22 Camilla's Journey to Becoming a Parenting Coach
06:52 Common Parenting Challenges
10:00 Why Punishment Doesn't Work
16:26 Practical Tips for Calmer Home Life - so kids listen and cooperate
20:22 Handling Separation Anxiety - “I don’t want you to go to work”
22:05 Conclusion and Special Announcement

 'Why Kids Save The Worst Behaviour For Their Parents (and what to do about it)'
If your child is well-behaved for others, but lets it all out at home - this session will be very helpful.
We'll cover  meltdowns, stand-offs and "why won't you just listen?" moments, with practical strategies you can try straight away.
Save your spot for 13 or 18th May 8-9pm UK (and get the replay
When you're ready, here are some ways Camilla can help you further.
Tired of feeling like you go round in circles with your child? Wish they came with a manual?
💻 Check out Parenting With Love and Boundaries, Camilla's 8-week group programme: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/PLB - new cohort starts soon!

📞 Book a free discovery call to talk to Camilla about how she can help you personally: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/CHAT

📰 Join Camilla's weekly newsletter for tips, insights and support straight to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/newsletter

Follow Camilla on Instagram for daily tips and inspiration: https://www.instagram.com/myparentingsolutions/