Council of Moms
No one gave us a manual to raise our kids. Luckily, moms, we’re all in this together. Join the Council of Moms as we tackle the issues we all face as parents–everything from picky eating to anxiety to teaching our kids adulting skills.
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- Sep 11, 2026
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- Aug 7, 2026
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Why Are Mornings So Hard? (opens the original)
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Mornings can feel like a battle before the day has even started. When kids ignore their alarms, resist routines, and need constant reminders to get out the door, how can parents create a morning routine that actually sticks? Lisa is joined by Lindsay Clark, Cree Taylor, and Juhi Raizada to talk about making mornings less stressful, letting go of expectations just a little, and finding a routine that works even when you’re not a morning person yourself.
When Kids Rewrite the Family Story (opens the original)
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Kids love a good story, but sometimes their version of a family event gets a little more dramatic, exaggerated, or embarrassing than the original. When an 8-year-old tells a funny family story in public and unintentionally mischaracterizes a parent or the family, how should you respond? Lisa is joined by Amy Hackworth, Erika Price, and Michelle Love-Day to talk about when to let a child’s storytelling run its course, when to step in, and how to teach kids the difference between a great story and
When Your Sweet Kid Becomes A Teenager (opens the original)
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One day they’re your biggest fan, and the next they can barely stand to be in the same room as you. This week, the Council of Moms tackles the emotional transition from raising a cuddly kid to parenting an independent teenager. Lisa Valentine Clark is joined by Tammy Hall, Geraldine “G” Fitisemanu, and Julie Suazo to talk about hurt feelings, backtalk, and shifting relationships.
Teaching Safety Without Making Kids Afraid (opens the original)
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Keeping kids safe is every parent’s priority but how do you prepare them for real dangers without making the world feel scary? This week, the Council of Moms explores how to have age-appropriate conversations about personal safety, emergencies, and trusting their instincts. Lisa Valentine Clark is joined by Ruth Aguirre, Whitney Call, and Emilie Campbell to share the lessons they’ve taught their own children.
Dining Together: But Are We Actually Connecting? (opens the original)
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Family dinner is supposed to be the highlight of the day but what if it just feels like another exhausting task? This week, the Council of Moms tackles the pressure to make mealtimes meaningful when schedules are busy, kids are eager to leave the table, and everyone’s running on empty. Stacey Morse, Milli Dadson, and Katie Craig join Lisa Valentine Clark to share practical ideas for creating moments of connection.
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