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On The Ground Parenting

On The Ground Parenting

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On the Ground Parenting is a digestible, engaging resource for parents, grandparents, and caregivers across all stages of family life. Sandy, Sam, and Kelly bring unique perspectives – from navigating neurodiversity to grassroots family care and seasoned grandmother wisdom, in this nonjudgmental conversation. Each episode, approximately 15 to 25 minutes in length, offers practical insights, relatable experiences, and expert guidance from our diverse team of parenting educators at Muskoka Family Focus.

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  • The Rhythm of Chores: Reclaiming Routine After Summer

    The Rhythm of Chores: Reclaiming Routine After Summer
    Sep 17 2025
    Welcome to Episode 9 of On the Ground Parenting. This week, host Sandy Inkster is joined by fellow parenting educator Samantha Ennest-Wallis and special guest Justin, to tackle the ever-present challenge of household chores. The episode delves into the deeper meaning behind chores, emphasizing that they instill a sense of belonging and are part of a shared family goal. The hosts reflect on their own childhood experiences with chores and how that influenced their parenting styles. Justin shares a poignant reflection on how children spell love as "T-I-M-E", and that a parent's investment in their children is necessary before they can expect them to contribute. Practical advice is also offered, such as using a laminated, step-by-step instruction sheet for complex tasks like laundry. The episode concludes with the hosts' takeaway that while chores aren't easy, they are an important part of a child's journey to becoming a capable adult.Do you have a parenting question? We want to hear from you! Send us a message at https://linktr.ee/onthegroundparenting or an email at parented@muskokafamilyfocus.ca

    If you enjoyed this episode and want to sponsor or support the show, or even ask a question of our hosts, visit the Central Hub at

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    29 min
  • From Quicksand to Firm Ground: An Emotional Guide to Parenting

    From Quicksand to Firm Ground: An Emotional Guide to Parenting
    Sep 10 2025

    This week on On the Ground Parenting, hosts Sandy , Sam, and Kelly delve into the emotional challenges that arise during new beginnings like the "September New Year." The conversation begins with a discussion on how children's behavior, like a "kick the cat mood," can signal an underlying emotional struggle. The hosts then share different ways to connect, including Sandy’s bedtime chats and Kelly's use of a journal to communicate with her children. Sam also introduces the use of text messaging as a tool for "neurodiverse" families to express feelings without verbal confrontation.

    They share the value of tools like an emotions wheel to develop a richer vocabulary for feelings. They also reflect on the role of parent education, mentorship, and reading parenting books, highlighting programs like "How to Talk So Kids Will Listen". The hosts conclude with a reminder that parenting is an ever-evolving journey, and being "on the ground" means there will be days of slogging through the mud as well as gaining firm ground.They also reflect on the role of parent education, mentorship, and reading parenting books, highlighting programs like "How to Talk So Kids Will Listen".

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    26 min
  • The September New Year: Navigating Transitions - Episode 7

    The September New Year: Navigating Transitions - Episode 7
    Sep 3 2025

    This week on On the Ground Parenting, hosts Sandy, Sam, and Kelly discuss the "September New Year" and the pressure and excitement that come with new beginnings. The hosts share personal experiences navigating transitions, from early school jitters and a new parent's anxiety over packing, to the monumental transition of a child going to university. Samantha notes the shift from being a parent driven by anxiety and external pressure to a more confident, at-ease advocate for her children.

    In This Episode

    [01:21] The "September New Year" and dealing with a new schedule.

    [02:42] Shifting from parental anxiety to at-ease advocacy.

    [04:19] The idea of being a "sturdy parent" and setting intentional boundaries.

    [06:01] Managing the guilt of external pressures, especially for parents of neurodivergent children.

    [07:46] Adjusting to new routines and the importance of parental self-care.

    [11:38] The relief of passing packing responsibilities to kids.

    [14:19] De-escalating tense moments by taking a pause.

    [16:42] The importance of a parent's words matching their body language.

    [21:56] Final takeaways on ownership, awareness, and staying grounded.

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    On the Ground Parenting is produced, engineered, and published by Red Juice Studio. To learn more, visit redjuicestudio.com
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    25 min
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I often feel like there's one "right" way to be a mom and whatever it is, it's won't be what I'm doing...so I usually avoid parenting content. This is so great - short, no fluff or begging for subscribers, three funny women who are all professional parenting educators just talking about what it's like to have your kids this summer and what to do with them (at the moment - they are on to back to school stuff next, this is just where it begins). Anyways I loved it and their energy is super positive, and best of all ZERO POLITICS or negativity of any kind.

BIte-sized and totally non-judgemental, I love it

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