Impactful Parent Episodes

Facing Adversity and Not Giving Up

Facing Adversity and Not Giving Up Have you ever looked in the mirror amidst school drop-offs, practice runs, and endless dinner prep and wondered: Where did I go? Who was I before everyone needed me to be everything? If you’ve ever felt like your identity got lost in the daily grind of parenting—or if life handed you an unexpected plot twist—you are not alone. In this inspiring episode of The Impactful Parent Podcast, host Kristina Campos sits down with author Maya Fort-Marshall to discuss her powerful debut memoir, Before You Were Everything. Maya shares her raw, moving, and surprisingly funny journey of navigating a messy divorce, a frightening cancer diagnosis, and sudden career shifts—all while continuing to show up every single day for her kids. Together, Kristina and Maya break...

Preparing Neurodivergent Teens for College

Preparing Neurodivergent Teens for College s your neurodivergent teen truly ready to step onto a college campus and take charge of their independence? Transitioning from high school to higher education is a massive leap for any child, but for students with ADHD, autism, or dyslexia, it comes with a unique set of challenges, rules, and opportunities. Watching your child struggle with focus, late-night study meltdowns, or organization can leave you asking: How on earth will they manage college on their own? In this episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos is joined by veteran professor and founder of Innovative Collegiate Consultants, Dr. Tara Williams. Together, they tear down common myths surrounding learning differences in college, discuss the massive shift in executive...

Unmotivated Boys.

Unmotivated Boys. What can parents do? Is your son losing his drive, disengaging from school, or spending all his time glued to screens? You’re not alone, and it’s not just in your head! In this episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos sits down with renowned family physician, psychologist, and best-selling author Dr. Leonard Sax to dive into the growing epidemic of unmotivated boys and underachieving young men. Together, they unpack the six critical factors driving this shift—from school environments that alienate boys to video game displacement, ADHD medications, environmental endocrine disruptors, shifts in cultural masculinity, and online risks like AI-generated media and pornography. Most importantly, Dr. Sax provides actionable strategies parents can implement...

Sibling Sexual Trauma

Sibling Sexual Abuse Support Did you know that suppressed childhood stress and boundary violations can actually manifest as unexplained chronic physical pain later in life? In this vital episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos sits down with Maria Socolof—author, survivor, president of the nonprofit 5WAVES, Inc., and former senior environmental health research scientist with a master's degree from Harvard. Together, they shine a compassionate, non-alarmist light on a topic far too often kept in the shadows: Sibling Sexual Trauma (SST) and the mind-body connection. Navigating childhood safety can feel overwhelming, but understanding body boundaries and nervous system cues is one of the most powerful tools a parent has. Drawing from her...

Why Good Dads Retreat (And How Mothers Can Help Them Step Up!)

Why Good Dads Retreat (And How Mothers Can Help Them Step Up!) Have you ever asked your partner for a little help around the house or with the kids, only for it to spiral into a debate, a silent shutdown, or a full-blown argument? 🛑 You aren't nagging—you just want a partner who is as invested in the day-to-day chaos as you are. So why do so many well-meaning, loving fathers retreat when we want them to step up? In this episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos sits down with Dr. Binyamin Rothstein, author of "A Real Man's Guide to Becoming a Terrific Dad." Together, they unpack what is really happening behind male withdrawal and share practical, game-changing mindset shifts mothers can make to empower fathers without criticism or shame. Click on the link below to listen to...

Teaching Kids How To Spot Manipulation

Teaching Kids How To Spot Manipulation Are we protecting our kids from family drama, or are we missing crucial teachable moments about manipulation and boundaries? 🤔 In this spontaneous episode of The Impactful Parenting Podcast, host Kristina Campos reacts to a viral TikTok video that got her reflecting deeply on modern parenting. The viral video argues that parents should be completely honest with their children—teaching them how to spot guilt trips, recognize bad intentions, set firm boundaries, and understand that "blood doesn't cancel out abuse." While the lesson sounds great on paper, implementing it with family members can get messy! Click on the link below to listen to the podcast or watch the YouTube video! 👇https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GReZHZG3Fw LINKS MENTIONED IN THE...

Grandparents Are Important Too

Grandparents Are Important Too. Have you ever felt like raising kids today requires a manual, a therapist, and three extra sets of hands? What if the missing piece to solving your child's anxiety, screen time battles, and daily stress isn't another parenting app, but the relationship right inside your extended family? In this episode, we dive into a topic that touches almost every home: how parents and grandparents can team up as a united front to raise emotionally healthy, resilient children in today’s fast-paced world. Kristina sits down with special guest Dr. Kenneth Barish—Clinical Professor of Psychology at Weill Cornell Medicine, APA Fellow, and author of The Art and Science of Parenting and Grandparenting: Raising Emotionally Healthy Children in a Challenging World. Together, they...

How To Stop Teen Push Back

How to Stop Teen Push Back: The Brain Science of Conflict Management Picture this: It’s Tuesday night. You ask your teenager a simple, reasonable question about their homework or chores. Suddenly, you’re locked in a high-stakes standoff. Doors slam, voices rise, and before you know it, you’re launching into a passionate, well-meaning lecture that you know they aren’t listening to. We’ve all been there. As parents of adolescents, it’s easy to feel like every interaction is a potential landmine. But what if the secret to ending teen pushback isn't arguing louder or laying down the law harder? What if the key is actually understanding the brain science behind the blowup? Click on the link below to listen to the podcast or watch the YouTube video! 👇https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4XdtlN_xPI...

Emotional Intelligence

Emotional Intelligence for Dads Are you running yourself ragged trying to provide for your family, only to realize you’re too exhausted to actually enjoy them? Dads, let’s be honest. Somewhere between rushing to sports practices, managing screen time, and surviving the daily grind, the joy of parenting can get swallowed up. We want to build an incredible legacy, but chronic stress can make us reactive, frustrated, and disconnected. Click on the link below to listen to the podcast or watch the YouTube video! 👇https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdYYKT32Hwc LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes included! Apple Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/ios Android...

Internet safety: Teaching Critical Thinking to Teenagers

Internet safety: Teaching Critical Thinking to Teenagers If a stranger walked up to your teenager on the street and tried to manipulate what they believed, you’d step in instantly. But it’s happening every single day, completely undetected, right through their screens. Click on the link below to listen to the podcast or watch the YouTube video! 👇https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-8iy0gHIMA LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes included! Apple Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/ios Android Play Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/android https://theimpactfulparent.com for more FREE Resources and paid programs. What Do You Think? Rate, Review, &...

Silent Treatment

Silent Treatment In this powerful episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos pulls back the curtain on the subtle, quiet dynamics that drain a mother's energy and erode her confidence. Kristina is joined by special guest Ama K. Karikari, author of Silenced to Soaring, to decode the painful patterns of emotional withdrawal and the exhausting cycle of the silent treatment. Click on the link below to listen to the podcast or watch the YouTube video! 👇https://youtu.be/UiggNKeu3BY LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes included! Apple Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/ios Android Play Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/android...

What Teens Are Really Asking

What Teens Are Really Asking In this episode, Kristina Campos and Jenny Colman dive deep into the digital world adolescents navigate today, revealing the unspoken questions and curiosities teens have about relationships, boundary-crossing behaviors, and online content. Rather than looking for "how-to" guides, data from the What's Okay helpline shows that teens are overwhelmingly asking "Is this normal?" regarding things they witness or experience in the digital space. Click on the link below to listen to the podcast or watch the YouTube video! 👇https://youtu.be/eEHCWesFbXU LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes included! Apple Store:...

Divorce: What Parents Do Wrong

Divorce: What parents do wrong! Is your divorce hurting your kids more than it needs to? Divorce is undeniably one of the hardest transitions a family can face, but the real damage often doesn't come from the split itself—it comes from the mistakes parents make during the process. In this episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos sits down with Nicole Sodoma, a veteran divorce attorney and author of "Please Don't Say You're Sorry," to uncover the "blind spots" that even the most well-meaning parents have. If you’ve ever felt the heavy weight of "failed family guilt" or struggled to navigate a high-conflict relationship with your ex, this conversation is for you. We dive deep into the practical tools and mindset shifts required to protect your children’s emotional well-being...

Supporting a high performing child athlete

Supporting High Performing Child Athletes We all dream of supporting our child’s passions, but when "good" turns into "elite," the rules of parenting change overnight. Suddenly, you aren't just a fan in the stands; you're a manager, a logistics coordinator, and a primary support system for a child facing adult-level pressure. Click on the link below to listen to the podcast or watch the YouTube video! 👇https://youtu.be/gEPtNZzDC-M LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes included! Apple Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/ios Android Play Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/android https://theimpactfulparent.com for more FREE Resources and paid...

Emotional Eating

Emotional Eating in Children and Teenagers Is your child reaching for the pantry every time they’re stressed, bored, or upset? 🍎🍪 We’ve all been there: seeing our kids finish a bag of chips after a hard day at school and wondering, "Are they actually hungry, or is something else going on?" In this episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos sits down with nutritional therapist Cammy Musabi, founder of Step Together, to dive deep into the complex world of emotional eating in children and adolescents. We often think of eating as a simple matter of willpower, but Cammy explains the fascinating (and sometimes scary) science of how highly processed foods hijack a developing brain’s dopamine system. More importantly, we discuss how our own "parenting patterns"—like the "clean your...

Summer boredom busters: Ways to limit screens

Summer Boredom Busters! Ways to Limit Screens The sun is out, school is off, and suddenly the lure of the screen seems stronger than ever. But summer doesn't have to be a digital blur! In this episode of The Impactful Parent, your host Kristina Campos shares a treasure trove of Summer Boredom Busters designed to get your kids off the couch and back into the real world. We know the struggle: you want your kids to be active and creative, but fighting the "screen time battle" every day is exhausting. Kristina breaks down how to set healthy boundaries and, more importantly, how to provide engaging alternatives that kids will actually want to do. In this video, you’ll discover: ✅ The Boredom Benefit: Why a little bit of boredom is actually good for your child's brain (and how to handle it!)....

Safety Lesson Every Parent Needs To Teach

Safety Lessons Every Parent Needs To Teach Their Child Is your child truly safe? It’s every parent’s biggest worry, but the answer might not be what you think. 🛡️ In this episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos dives deep into the essential safety lessons every child needs to know. Click on the link below to listen to the podcast or watch the YouTube video! 👇https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdwc_fyB4Gk LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes included! Apple Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/ios Android Play Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/android https://theimpactfulparent.com for more FREE Resources and paid programs. What Do You...

Understanding Teen Self Harm: Myths vs. Reality

Understanding Teen Self Harm: Myths vs. Reality Click on the link below to listen to the podcast or watch the YouTube video! 👇https://youtu.be/kgEeVUptWUU LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes included! Apple Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/ios Android Play Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/android https://theimpactfulparent.com for more FREE Resources and paid programs. What Do You Think? Rate, Review, & Subscribe! "I love Kristina and all the FREE tips that she has to offer! Thank you for making my parenting journey better!" <– If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people —...

Difficult Teenagers: Tips and Advice for Parents

Difficult Teens: Tips and Advice for Parents"I just don't know what to do with them anymore." 😔 Does that sentence sound familiar? If you’ve reached the point where you feel more like a warden than a parent, or if your teen's behavior has shifted from "typical moodiness" to something much more difficult to manage, this video was made specifically for you.Click on the link below to listen to the podcast or watch the YouTube video! 👇https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHDwCq_ZZik LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes included! Apple Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/ios Android Play Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/android...

Parent Coaching: How to go from overwhelm to empowered

Parent Coaching: How to go from OVERWHELM to EMPOWERED! Are you a mom or dad feeling overwhelmed by the daily grind of parenting? Do you constantly wonder if you're making the right choices for your school-aged children or navigating the adolescent years with confidence? This video, presented by Kristina Campos of The Impactful Parent, offers a powerful solution: parent coaching. Parenting is a rewarding but incredibly complex journey, filled with unique challenges at every stage. From managing child behavior and setting boundaries to fostering strong family dynamics and improving communication skills, it's easy to feel stretched thin and full of self-doubt. Kristina, a dedicated parenting coach and seasoned teacher, understands these struggles...