236: The Village Part 4 - Organized Sports & Activities
In this final part of the Village series, I’m going after something big: organized sports and structured activities for the under-six crowd. Look, I know it’s tempting to sign your kid up for everything from ballet to t-ball—but I’m breaking down why that might be doing more harm than good. We’re talking body awareness, emotional regulation, mental load (hello group chats!), and what your little one actually needs in this stage of development. Plus, I’m giving you better alternatives: from drop-in classes to truly free play, and how to build your own little community without losing your damn mind. Spoiler: your four-year-old is not missing out on a scholarship. Tune in.Timestamps:(00:00:41) Promoting Community and Social Skills Through Activities(00:02:51) Early Introduction to Organized Sports for Kids(00:06:22) Autonomous Play: Nurturing Child Development Safely(00:12:51) Teamwork Development Before Age Six(00:14:38) Collaborative Development Through Diverse Team Activities(00:19:41) Balanced Approach to Children's Activity ParticipationJamie's InstagramOh Crap! Cafe Parenting CommunityOh Crap! Potty TrainingOh Crap! I Have a ToddlerPaleovalley Protein SticksTherapee
--------
26:46
--------
26:46
235: A Trick for Overstimulation (Bite Size Nugget)
Hey friends! In this bite-sized nugget, I’m following up on our convo about phones and overstimulation—because this one really can’t be said enough. Today we’re talking about how your phone use (yes, even for “productive” stuff like emails and scheduling) is hijacking your nervous system and keeping you stuck in a hypervigilant, crouching-tiger state. I’m breaking down how your vision, your body, and your mental load all take a hit—and sharing a few simple, science-backed tricks to help calm your system on the spot. Spoiler: you don’t have to delete Instagram or throw your phone in a lake. But you do need to take your power back. Let’s go.Timestamps:(00:00:33) "The Physiological Effects of Phone Usage"(00:01:42) Phone-induced Sympathetic Nervous System Activation CounteractionJamie's InstagramOh Crap! Cafe Parenting CommunityOh Crap! Potty TrainingOh Crap! I Have a ToddlerPaleovalley Protein SticksTherapee
--------
6:05
--------
6:05
234: The Village Part 4 - Digital Life
In this final part of the Village series, I’m diving into one of the biggest culprits behind burnout and overwhelm: our phones. Yep, we’re talking overstimulation, the scarcity loop hijacking your brain, and how digital life is quietly (or not-so-quietly) wrecking your presence with your kids. This episode is part rant, part loving intervention—and I’m breaking down why your phone use might be making everything feel harder than it is. From social media to group chats, emails to photos, we’re covering how to stop blaming your kids for your overstimulation when it’s actually your tech overload. No shame, no judgment—just a real look at what’s zapping your bandwidth and how to start taking it back.Timestamps:(00:01:20) Slot Machine Psychology: Parenting and Burnout(00:04:31) Tech Overstimulation Reducing Cognitive Abilities(00:10:30) Reward-driven Engagement in Slot Machines(00:14:08) "The Dopamine-driven Cycle of Social Media"(00:25:20) Analog Methods for Managing Phone Usage(00:30:13) "The Brick: Analog Solutions for Screen Time"(00:37:19) Mindful Phone Usage for Mental Well-beingJamie's InstagramOh Crap! Cafe Parenting CommunityOh Crap! Potty TrainingOh Crap! I Have a ToddlerPaleovalley Protein SticksTherapee
--------
39:37
--------
39:37
233: Overstimulation (Bite Size Nugget)
Overstimulation—it’s the #1 thing you guys told me is driving your burnout and overwhelm right now. So, in this bite-sized nugget, I’m breaking it down: what overstimulation really is, why it’s not your kids’ fault, and what you can do about it (spoiler: it starts with us).You can’t ask your kids not to be kids—but you can manage the extra inputs tipping you over the edge. I’m sharing tips on reducing mental clutter, rethinking phone use, why silence is magic, and how to stop trying to “get in the flow” when flow just isn’t possible in these early years.Timestamps:(00:00:00) Managing Overstimulation Through Parental Boundaries(00:05:17) Prioritizing Mental Well-Being Through Quiet Moments(00:08:05) Managing Parenting Overstimulation for High-Stress MomentsJamie's InstagramOh Crap! Cafe Parenting CommunityOh Crap! Potty TrainingOh Crap! I Have a ToddlerPaleovalley Protein SticksTherapee
--------
11:26
--------
11:26
232: The Village Part 3: But How Do I Make Friends
Welcome to Part 3 of our Village series! In this episode, I’m getting super practical—because one of the biggest questions I keep hearing is “But HOW do I actually make friends?” We’re diving into what that really looks like (yes, even if you’re an introvert), how to find the people, why “jumping in” matters, and how to stop overthinking every interaction. Plus, I’m sharing tips for building connection in whatever stage of parenting you’re in—homeschooling, working outside the home, stay-at-home, or somewhere in between. This one is packed with real talk, actionable ideas, and a reminder that we all need this kind of connection to survive parenthood (and life). Tune in—you’ve got this!Timestamps:(00:01:37) Navigating Friendship Waves as Parents(00:17:09) Building Community Through Parental Social Engagement(00:20:12) Building Friendships with Genuine Interactions and Interest(00:22:51) Connecting with Parents for Support and Camaraderie(00:24:24) Structured Social Connections in Local Neighborhoods(00:29:41) Bonding through Gym Conversations: A Friendship Story(00:30:54) Empowering Social Growth Through Seeking AssistanceJamie's InstagramOh Crap! Cafe Parenting CommunityOh Crap! Potty TrainingOh Crap! I Have a ToddlerPaleovalley Protein SticksTherapee
A podcast for conscious parents who drop the f-bomb. A lot. We are the overthinkers, the dreamers, and the doers. We are parenting in a radically different way than those before us. But our divine vision gets blurry cause...OMG...kids can be such a pain in the ass. Let's work from the inside out, in a whole brain, whole body way to mitigate the crappy behavior. Not just with our kids but with ourselves. So you can be the parent you envision.
South Africa