Episodes

Nobody sets out to spoil their kids, but it can happen over time without us realizing it. In the first part of a two-part episode, we talk about the steps parents can take to "unspoil" their kids. As with most …

For parents of boys, how do you raise them to be men who are caring and compassionate? This week's episode discusses the unique situation that faces boys and men alike. Where can parents start in order to improve the emotiona...

This week's episode looks at what we as parents should do to help our kids deal with conflict. The need for some parents to jump in to fix a situation is at times contrary to what kids actually need. To …

In this week's episode, we dive into how to prepare our kids for a future that we ourselves don't understand. When we were growing up we were taught to go to school, get a good job, buy a house, raise …

This week's episode has us welcoming another guest to talk about burnout and the effect it can have on parents and families. Dr. Christina Fontana is a pharmacist, business transformation coach, and speaker who brings her uni...

With Halloween just around the corner, we try to get to the bottom of one of the greatest mysteries of our time.....is our ensuite bathroom haunted or is it just that our house is falling apart? The verdict is still …

In this critically important episode, Andrew and Caroline delve deep into the crucial phase of 'Birth to Three,' a pivotal time for brain development in children. Together, with guest expert Michelle Mintz, we explore how ear...

Welcome to another episode of Parents of the Year , “where Andrew and Caroline bring insightful discussions about the challenges and joys of parenthood. Today we have a critical and increasingly relevant topic to discuss: the...

When we're who we want to be as a couple it totally shows in our parenting. Raising happy, resilient kids starts with the kind of relationships we have as parents. Having a strong partnership is the cornerstone of being a …

This week's episode has us diving into what it takes to be a successful parent at a pivotal point in our parenting journey. After a tough week, our topic really hits home in working through how we can use commitment …

It seems like everywhere you turn the "hustle culture" is telling you to do more and to be more, but at what cost? Just being a parent isn't enough sometimes, and we're left to feel like we need to sacrifice …

This week's topic is one that most parents don't like to admit and that's which one of their kids is their favourite. According to an article published by the BBC , Parental Differential Treatment (PDT) occurs in over 65% of …

After a debrief about dog ownership and the joys of raising a puppy, we dive into a discussion about how to handle a situation involving kids, a horror movie, and being outside in the dark. It's a perfect example of …

Welcome to our latest episode of Parents of the Year. We are in our Back to School Success series and decided to recast one of Caroline's previous episodes on separation anxiety since it is particularly relevant after a long ...

Unfiltered and unapologetic, Caroline and Andrew kick off with a reality check - because let's face it, adulting comes with its own set of "joys." 😂 Yes, getting old sucks, and they're not as young as they'd like to believe...

After a solid discussion around the merits and challenges of having a new dog in the house, Andrew and Caroline come to the conclusion that adult supervision is key to a happy marriage. From there, they move on to the …

Are you ready to kickstart the new school year with ease and confidence? Once again, today's episode is another recast of Caroline's Overpowering Emotions where she presents a treasure trove of valuable tips and strategies t...

On this week’s episode of Parents of the Year, we discuss essential routines children should learn during the summer to help their seamless transition from summer break to the upcoming school year. We understand the challenge...

Since Andrew and Caroline are talking all about building kids’ success, they decided to recast a couple of Caroline’s episodes from Overpowering Emotions since they are applicable here as well. In today's episode, we recast h...

Overcoming fears and embracing new challenges can be intimidating for children and teens. Nonetheless, stepping outside their comfort zones is a vital skill that will benefit them when they transition back to school and into ...

Boredom is a common challenge that children and teens often face. While it feels uncomfortable in the moment, we need to help our kids embrace boredom as a catalyst for growth and development. Boredom is an opportunity to fos...

As the temperature rises, summertime brings with it a unique set of challenges for parents. How can we maintain a healthy balance between structure and freedom during these sunny months? In this week’s episode of Parents of t...

In this week’s episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline discuss the vital topic of social skills. Join us as we explore the essential abilities our kids need to thrive in their relationships and communication. In t...

When your kids are little, they're sort of a captive audience in terms of hanging out and doing things with you. For us, our summers for the past few years have been spent at our lake from the minute school …