Ep153 - Your Neurodivergent Child’s Not Broken—And Neither Are You
Do you ever feel like you’ve tried everything—and yet nothing seems to help your neurodivergent family?In this quick video, Emily Hamblin, neurodivergent mom of four, certified teacher, and emotional health coach, shares the truth every neurodivergent family needs to hear: You’re not broken. Your child’s not broken.If you're feeling overwhelmed, second-guessing yourself, or just wondering if there’s another way — this is for you.You CAN have the parenting experience you've always longed for - you may just need a different path to get there. 💛 And if you haven’t already registered, our FREE live masterclass is coming up: https://emily-hamblin.com/class
Do you ever feel like parenting brings out parts of you that you didn’t even know were there?If you grew up in a home where emotions weren’t safe or your needs were often unmet, becoming a parent yourself might hit extra hard.In this episode of The Enlightening Motherhood Podcast, host Emily Hamblin sits down with licensed therapist Bryana Kappadakunnel to explore how childhood emotional wounds can resurface in parenting—and why self-compassion is crucial to the healing process.You'll discover:How trauma responses can quietly show up in everyday parentingWhy perfectionism and emotional reactivity may stem from past painWhat self-compassion really looks like in the middle of messy momentsHow to model healing and growth for your children—without shameThis conversation is for any parent trying to break cycles, reconnect with themselves, and show up with more grace—even when it’s hard.🌱 Join the Neurodivergent Survival Kit Waitlist athttps://emily-hamblin.com/kit💛 Connect with Emily and grab your free conflict resolution cards athttps://emily-hamblin.com✨ Connect with Bryana and explore her resources athttp://www.consciousmommy.com
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Ep151 - 3 Years in Business: Behind-the-Scenes Sneak Peak
Feeling like you have to do it all alone? Three years ago, I started a podcast from a van with no plan—just a phone and a deep desire to help moms like you. Now it’s a thriving business supporting thousands of neurodivergent families.In this behind-the-scenes episode, neurodivergent emotional health coach Emily Hamblin shares what actually worked, what didn’t, and how letting go of “doing it all” changed everything.If you're ready for even deeper support in helping your neurodivergent family with emotional regulation, join my free class at https://emilyhamblin.com/class
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Ep150 - The Overlooked Link Between Nutrition and Emotions
Ever wonder if what your child eats could actually make emotional regulation easier — or harder?In this episode, Emily Hamblin — neurodivergent mom of four and parent coach for neurodivergent families — welcomes Katie Kimball, two-time TEDx speaker and expert in kids’ life skills and real food, to talk about a piece of the emotional health puzzle that’s often missed.You’ll learn simple, realistic strategies to strengthen your child's emotional resilience through small shifts in food, life skills, and critical thinking — all without guilt, shame, or complicated rules.Get ready for empowering ideas you can actually use — no perfectionism required.💛 Connect with Emily and grab your free conflict resolution cards at https://emily-hamblin.com🌱 Join the Neurodivergent Survival Kit waitlist at https://emily-hamblin.com/kit🍽️ Find Katie Kimball’s Life Skills Now Camp at https://kidscookrealfood.com/enlightening
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Ep149 - How I Stopped Yelling and Started Connecting With My Neurodivergent Kids
Ever found yourself sobbing on the bathroom floor after a morning filled with meltdowns—your kid’s and your own—and thinking, “I can’t do this anymore”?In this episode, Emily Hamblin gets painfully honest about a moment that broke her—and became the turning point for everything that followed. You’ll hear:✨ A real, raw look at what it feels like to lose it as a mom✨ Why “normal” parenting advice didn’t work—and what finally did✨ What it actually takes to shift from reacting to responding, from chaos to calm💛 Connect with Emily and grab your free conflict resolution cards for kids at https://emily-hamblin.com🌱 Join the Neurodivergent Survival Kit Waitlist at https://emily-hamblin.com/kit
As a mom, raising a child with big emotions can be overwhelming, frustrating, and stressful. The Enlightening Motherhood Podcast, hosted by two friends who are currently in the thick of raising kids with big feelings (Emily Hamblin and Ashley Schultz) offers a compassionate community where you can learn practical tips to help make your motherhood lighter.
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