Parenthood Prep Devon Clement

Are you struggling to get your toddler, preschooler, or big kid into bed on time without losing your mind? Does this back and forth leave you routinely dreading bedtime? Well, for the next two episodes, I'm showing you how to make bedtime smooth, easy, and dare I say, delightful. 
 
Tune in this week to discover some simple ways to make bedtime easier. This isn't about reinventing the wheel, it's about the small adjustments you can make as you move toward bedtime in your household. I discuss the common bedtime mistakes parents make that you've probably never heard about, and you'll learn practical tips you can implement right away.
 
For full transcript and show notes, please visit: https://www.happyfamilyafter.com/8

New and expecting parents live in constant fear of one thing: dealing with a baby that just won't stop crying… like ever. They have this looming worry that there will be a time when their baby is going to be crying loudly, feeling miserable, and the biggest concern is that there will be nothing they can do to fix it. So what do you do if this actually happens to you?
 
Well, while it's not actually a guarantee that this will happen to you, if you have a plan, you can at least stop worrying about it. Discover why your baby is crying and learn some practical strategies you can keep in your back pocket, so you don't have to worry about feeling helpless if and when you do find yourself in this scenario. 
 
For full transcript and show notes, please visit: https://www.happyfamilyafter.com/7

Whether it's a feeding or a sleeping schedule, having your baby on a schedule helps you know exactly what they want when they want it. Scheduling gets a bad rap, but when you do it in a way that works, you'll love the positive impact scheduling can have on your everyday life as a parent. 
 
Tune in this week for some best practices when scheduling, and some scheduling mistakes you'll need to avoid. I share why having a schedule can still leave room for flexibility, the reasons that babies love a schedule, and my tips for creating a routine and structure that works for both you and your kids.
 
For full transcript and show notes, please visit: https://www.happyfamilyafter.com/6

I’m bringing you one of my favorite topics this week: how to ask for and get the exact help you need as a parent. Whether you’re currently struggling with childcare, cooking, laundry, or any other aspect of your life as a parent, you don’t have to go on this journey alone.
 
Tune in to discover some practical tips and strategies to help you ask for and receive the support you need to take care of yourself, your kids, and live a smoother life overall. I share some places you can find help that you might never have considered, how to strategize with other parents to lighten everybody’s parenting load, and I give you my tips for finding extra help when you’re on a budget.
 
For full transcript and show notes, please visit: https://www.happyfamilyafter.com/5

How do you make your overall day, life, and experience smoother and happier when you’re dealing with a baby or a young child? In this episode, I introduce you to a concept that I’m calling: treat your kid like a video game character. Sounds strange, but stick with me here. This is the secret to making your time with your child more enjoyable and stopping tantrums before they happen.
 
Learn how to make your time with your baby or toddler more enjoyable in this week's episode. I’ve got a bunch of ideas for how to make your day-to-day more smooth and straightforward with a small child by giving them what they need when they actually need it.
 
For full transcript and show notes, please visit: https://www.happyfamilyafter.com/4

When you have a new baby, how do you manage your time so you can get more stuff done, and even have some time for yourself to do the things you really want? Sounds too good to be true, right? Well, it isn’t. But you need to learn how to do it.
 
Tune in today to discover what you need to know about managing your time with a new baby in the house. I share some of the most common challenges parents face when it comes to managing their time and give you some simple but valuable tips to help you manage your time and decide on exactly what you want to get out of your free time.
 
For full transcript and show notes, please visit: https://www.happyfamilyafter.com/3