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Welcome to MamaPangs Parenting Podcast, your survival guide to parenting and resource to someone who understands the ups and downs of being a parent.

Donna Pangburn


    • Jul 5, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 15m AVG DURATION
    • 54 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from MamaPangs Parenting Podcast

    Stimulation Hangover

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2021 10:06


    Every parent can relate to taking your kids on vacation or doing something fun and special for the day and having a bit of a tyrant the day after.  In this podcast Mamapang shares a bit of the why and what to do about a Stimulation Hangover.

    Ep. 52 Head Knowledge

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 8:17


    We've learned a new skill now how do we put it into practice.  Mamapang discusses how we have to practice new skills or using new tools and how she offers assistance. More info at Https://Thepathwaystoparnetingcom 574 386-7150 mamapangspodcast@gmail.com    

    What's the real meaning of Misery Loves Company

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 10:30


    Using what we know about what children need to process their big emotions, Mamapang shares a new perspective on the old phrase Misery Loves Company. Thepathwaystoparenting.com 574 220-2797

    Asking vs Stating.If you want something done stop asking and start stating

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 11:15


    If we don't want our kids to say NO we need to stop asking questions that are YES/NO and use statements instead.  Here are a few ways to still give kids choices but without the answer being no.

    Are you a Highly Sensitive Person?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 9:56


    Are you and HSP? Are you raising one or in a relationship with one?  Let's discuss and learn something new about HSP's Please reach out with questions and ways you may be living with or parnting through HSP.  My links are in my bio.

    Better Listening

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 13:36


    We can always become better listeners.  I'm currently working with a group to improve my listening skills.  We are always able to refresh and learn more skills.  In this podcast that is exactly what I'm covering.  When is it the most difficult for you to listen?  Leave me a comment here or go to. mamapangspodcast@gmail.com or here https://www.thepathwaystoparenting.com Listen away, an thanks for tuning in.

    What About Our Anxiety

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 12:42


    What about our anxiety.  How and why do our kids pick up on it?  What do we do about it.  Listen to this podcast and find the answers. Also you can reach out at 574 386-7150 mamapangspodcast@gmail.com https://www.thepathwaystoparenting.com  

    Ep.45 When to Step into help you child with anxiety

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 14:53


    This episode helps you know when to step in and help your child with their emotion of anxiety.  Listen and let me know what you think.

    When to step into your child's anxiety

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 14:53


    Have you and your child been dealing with anxiety? It's really been ramped up for many of us.  Here I share a few cues on when to step in and how. Listen and review!

    Welcome

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 9:19


    Mamapang is back.  This is just an update for where I've been and how I want to move forward.

    Holiday Gift Giving

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2020 13:41


    Mamapang shares her thoughts on gift giving this holiday season.

    Holidaze

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 17:46


    Mamapang shares some ways to get through and even enjoy the 2020 Holidays.

    Follow up to Punch in the Gut

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 19:43


    Mamapangs answers a follow up question to go deeper into the emotional bell curve.email Mamapangspodcast@gmail.com. 

    Ep. 40 Punch In The Gut

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 17:39


    Mamapang talks about her own recent triggering experience and how it reminded her to use the same techniques of stepping in and holding a big emotion and then moving through the entire bell curve of that emiotion.

    Ep.39 Mindsets

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 16:06


    MP opens up a thoughtful dialogue about mindsets.  What are some types of mindsets and are the default settings and are they changeable?  Are they useful in some circumstances and not in others?

    Ep. 38 Self Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 17:29


    MP discusses the voice in a child’s head and how we need to help them learn to have that voice be kind and caring towards ourselves.

    Ep. 37 Natural Consequences

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 12:35


    MP talks about the issue of overprotective parenting style and how it’s taking away the natural consequence of life which is were so much of our learning takes place.

    Ep. 36 Parenting on Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 12:58


    MP talks about being intentional in parenting.

    Ep. 35 Talking to kids about sex with my guest Elly Wynia

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 37:52


    MP helps break the ice about talking with kids about sex.   Guest Info: Elly Wynia.comJoin our Facebook group @Mamapangspodcast

    Ep. 34 Repair

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 16:26


    MP shares that there is hope in mending relationships. 

    Ep. 33 Babysitters

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2020 14:54


    MP shares some advice for what information to provide to ensure a successful babysitter event. ----more---- I would love to hear your thoughts on today's episode or ideas for future podcasts. Contact me at mamapangspodcast@gmail.com.

    Ep. 32 Good Job

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2020 13:50


    MP shares ideas on how to encourage kids to notice and appreciate the journey of learning. And how parents should respond to grades, winning scores, learning a new skill, doing something difficult.  ----more---- I would love to hear from you. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at MommaPangsPodcast. 

    Ep. 31 Losing Our Power

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 29:35


    MP responds to a listener about losing their voice within the family.  ----more----Have a topic you want me to talk about? Find me on Facebook or send me an email at mamapangspodcast@gmail.com.

    Ep.30 Commoncentsbox

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 23:20


    MP interviews the founders of Commoncentsbox. A fun and informative way to teach your kids about money.  ----more---- If you want to be on the show or have a topic you want to hear about, I would love to hear from you! Find me on Instagram and Facebook @MamaPangsPodcast

    Ep.29 Back To School

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 25:30


    MP shares some tips for returning to school whether it's in person or e-learning. Note that even if you already started back to school this episode still has useful tips. ----more---- Please contact me at Mamapangspodcast@gamil.com or my Facebook page @MamaPangsPodcast.  I would love to hear from you!

    Ep. 28 Covid Fatigue

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 16:00


    This week MP shares some self-care tips on dealing with Covid Fatigue. If you are a weekly listener I would love to hear from you. Please reach out on Facebook and Instagram.   

    Ep. 27 Money Sense

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2020 20:13


    MP discusses how and when to start teaching your children about money. Listen to hear what mp says about different ages and topics to discuss with your children.  ----more---- Contact me on Facebook & Instagram, I would love to hear from you. 

    Ep. 26 Kids Super Powers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2020 7:49


    MP talks about kid's superpowers and how they can use them for good.  ----more---- I would love to hear from you! Find me on Facebook and Instagram. 

    Ep. 25 Thank You Notes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2020 15:56


    MP talks about the importance of sending thank you notes and all the skills the task helps to instill.

    Ep. 24 Vacations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2020 15:31


    MP shares some helpful thoughts for any type of family vacation.Connect with me on Facebook! 

    Ep. 23 School & Masks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2020 16:56


    MP shares some thoughts on helping kids transition to school and wearing a mask.Find me on Facebook and Instagram and let me know if you have a topic you want me to talk about on the show. 

    Ep.22 Kindness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 11:43


    MP discusses the merits of kindness and that it is a skill to be taught not just modeled.----more----Thank you for listening. I would love to hear from you, please let me know your favorite episode on my Facebook page. 

    Ep. 21 Whats With All The Yelling Follow Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 18:19


    MP has a follow up to last week's podcast and answers a listener's questions. We would love to hear from you! If you have questions on an episode please reach out email me at Mamapangspodcast@gmail.com or on social media at Facebook or Instagram.  

    Ep.20 Soapbox, what’s with all the yelling?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 12:29


    MP shares a day in the life of a child being yelled at.  Weigh-in or give a shout out on social media.----more----Find me on Facebook at MamaPangs Parenting Podcast, and Instagram at mamapangs_podcast. You can also email me at mamapangspodcast@gmail.com.    

    Ep.19 Single Parent Overwhelm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 21:52


    MP shares simple but effective tools to help single parents in this time of intense overwhelm.----more----I would love to hear from you. If you are a listener reach out to me on Instagram or Facebook. You can also send me an email at mamapangspodcast@gmail.com.

    Ep.14 The Early Bird

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 8:03


    MP takes a listeners question on toddlers sleep issue and breaks down the possible solutions. If you have a question that you want Mama Pang to answer reach out on Facebook or Instagram. 

    Ep.17 Bedtime Issues

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 14:00


    MamaPang talks about bedtime issues and gives advice on setting the environment before bed. If you are having a hard time at home with bedtime, I hope this episode helps. ----more----I would love to hear from you on my social media pages. Please follow me on Facebook and Instagram. If you have questions you want me to answer or a topic you want me to cover let me know. 

    Ep.16 Potty Duck And Potty Training

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 25:27


    Mama Pang Talks with the two inventors of the Potty Duck, Pediatrician, Dr. Sarah Mann, and Fred Longenecker. Learning potty training through play can eliminate stress and allow children to explore the topic. ----more----Have a topic for the podcast you want to hear about? Connect with me on our Facebook Page or Instagram. You can also email me at mamapangspodcast@gmail.com. 

    Ep.15 Toilet Training With MP

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 11:40


    The wonderful world of toilet training with MamaPang! I give some of my best tips to help you during a sometimes challenging time. Let's connect on social media! Ask me questions on Instagram and Facebook. You can also email me at mamapangspodcast@gmail.com

    Ep.14 Hornets and Hippos

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 37:52


    MamaPang talks with guest Dr. Margaret Jessop PsyD about her work with children and families and her workbook and training called Hornets and Hippos. ----more----For more information, here is Dr. Margaret Jessop's website.If you have suggestions for the show or want to be a guest contact me at Mamapangspodcast@gmail.com.  You can also message me through Facebook and Instagram. 

    Ep.13 There Is No Award For Covid Super Parent

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 19:55


    A discussion with a calm mom, and executive consultant, Carolyn Evans. Her business is Rodan + Fields, and you can find her on Facebook, and Instagram, or email her at carolynevsns1.myrandf.com.----more----Want me to answer one of your questions? Ask me on Facebook or Instagram. You can also email me at mamapangspodcast@gmail.com. 

    Ep. 12 Children, Parents, Food!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2020 22:27


    MamaPang talks with Erin Hurst, a Dietitian, on what is essential when it comes to the relationship between food and our children. Kids need choices, and we should not impose our relationship with food on our children.  Lets Connect:Facebook - Instagram - Gmail Connect with Erin - Nutrition & Wellness, LLC

    EP. 11 How To Explain The Covid-19 Crisis To Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2020 18:00


    MP shares her thoughts on how to explain the Covid19 crisis to kids.Keeping in mind that this is new territory for all of us and that we should keep it developmentally appropriate and honest. Facebook - Instagram

    Ep.10 Homework

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 20:20


    Mamapang interviews guest, a seasoned teacher, Metta Heublein about homework.Metta shares sage advice on when and how to get through homework and how to communicate with your child’s teacher about homework.Facebook - Instagram

    Ep.9 Kids Do Well If They Can

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2020 11:15


    Based on Dr. Ross Greene’s work and theory that kids do well if they can. Mamapang offers this view to help parents look at their children’s behavior. Facebook - Instagram

    Ep.8 Clarification

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 10:33


    Mamapang discusses how clarifying words and expectations are so important for understanding and cooperation. Facebook - Instagram

    Ep.7 Chores

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2020 12:49


    Mamapang shares how to make chores more doable by making sure they are age-appropriate.Follow me on Facebook and Instagram. 

    Ep. 6 We're All Doing Our Best

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2020 6:31


    Mamapang offers a short encouraging podcast to remind us we are all doing our best at this thing called parenting. Facebook - Instagram

    Ep.5 Holding Big Emotions

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2020 16:35


    Mamapang talks about the work of Tina Payne Bryson Ph.D.and Daniel SiegelM.D. And their book The Whole-Brain Child.  She offers the hand model of the brain to help better understand big emotions.Facebook - Instagram

    Ep.4 Talking with other parents

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2020 14:57


    Mamapang helps us with the issue of talking with the parents of our kids' friends.  It might feel confrontational but once you realize the common issue is the children and that we’re all in this parenting thing together it becomes easier.Facebook - Instagram

    Ep.3 Talking with your kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 15:50


    Mamapang shares how important communication is.  It starts early and involves listening and sometimes clarifying.  You’ll gain so much from keeping communication front and center in your home. Facebook - Instagram

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