My Thriving Child

About My Thriving Child

Hey there, incredible mamas! Ever find yourself on this rollercoaster journey of separated motherhood, trying to get it right for your children but never knowing if you are doing a good enough job, wishing you had a wise therapist who has been through it all before whispering some serious wisdom into your ear? Well, buckle up because you're in for a treat with the My Thriving Child podcast hosted by the amazing therapist and leading expert in the field of what children need to thriving during and after divorce, Hannah Strong. Hannah, a therapist and separated mum dives into the nitty-gritty of being a separated mum with all the warmth, insight, and a dash of professional know-how. Hannah spills the beans on the highs, the lows, and everything in between when it comes to raising resilient and thriving kids post-separation. In each episode, Hannah unpacks the real-deal struggles and victories that come with the territory. She doesn't just share stories; she hands you actionable tools! Whether you're a seasoned mum navigating co-parenting complexities or a fresh face to the separated-mum scene, there's something here for you. This podcast isn't just about advice; it's a lifeline for those moments when you need a virtual hug or a cheerleader in your corner. Plus, every episode comes with a bonus – a free guide in the show notes, because why not make thriving in separated motherhood a bit more straightforward!? So, whether you're sipping your morning coffee or stealing a quiet moment before bedtime, tune in to the My Thriving Child podcast for your weekly dose of camaraderie, clarity, and a roadmap to your children thriving through the twists and turns of growing up with separated parents. Get ready to laugh, cry, and conquer this journey together. Hannah has your back, mama!

Publisher

Hannah Strong

Category

kids & family · kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 Dec 2023

Latest episode

17 Jun 2025

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   17 Jun 2025

   Long Distance Co-Parenting & International Divorce 🎙

   Host Hannah interviews Chloe, a certified divorce coach, about the challenges of long-distance co-parenting and international divorce, offering strategies for staying connected and maintaining collaboration for the child's well-being.

2. 

   29 Nov 2024

   Self Esteem

   Dr. Shefali Tsabary, a clinical psychologist, and parenting expert, shares actionable strategies for cultivating self-esteem in children and empowering them to thrive.

3. 

   29 Nov 2024

   Co-Parenting

   Co-parenting experts Dr. Shefali Tsabary & Dr. John Gray share practical strategies for successful co-parenting, empowering parents to prioritize their child's well-being and thrive in a blended family.

4. 

   29 Nov 2024

   Anger

   Dr. Laura Markham & Dr. Becky Bailey explore how parents can help their children manage and express anger in a healthy way, leading to stronger relationships and emotional well-being.

5. 

   1 Aug 2024

   Growing Up with Divorced Parents: Bella's Inspiring Story 🌟

   Hey Mama! Ever wish you could nip into the future to hear from your child about what they needed from you during your divorce, so you can get it right for them now before it’s too late? Well I’ve got the next best thing for you! Let me introduce you to Bella, a kid who grew up with two homes. Now in her twenties with a psychology degree, she spills the beans on what it’s like to be a child of divorce and what she wants every divorced mum to know to get it right for their child.

6. 

   1 Aug 2024

   Building Your Child's Resilience During Your Divorce 💪

   Hey Mama! Resilience is the cornerstone of strong mental health and in this episode I explore how you can use your divorce to help build your child's resilience so they can thrive. 🌟 I’ll be sharing with you practical strategies and techniques that will empower you to support your child to manage their thoughts, feelings and emotions, in a way that builds resilience. Download your free PDF workbook here - https://www.mythrivingchild.co/free-guide-resilience (https://www.mythrivingchild.co/free-guide-resilience)

7. 

   1 Aug 2024

   Parenting During Divorce - Getting it Right For Your Child 🌟

   Hey Mama! Parenting during divorce is so tough! Divorce pushes us mums emotionally and mentally to our limit, meaning that sometimes we find it hard to show up as the patient, empathetic parent we want to be. If you feel this, you are not alone! 🌟 So how do we get it right for our children when we are feeling so stretched and overwhelmed ourselves? Dive into this episode to find out! ❤️

8. 

   1 Aug 2024

   Be The CEO of Your Divorce & Life 💥

   Hey Mama! In this interview with Meagan, divorced mum, lawyer and life coach, we take a look at how your divorce can be something that you don’t just survive but thrive from, in a way that is so good it doesn’t make sense! Listen to mine and Meagan’s real-life stories of how our divorces were the making of us, because of the way we chose to approach it - and now we are going to share this approach with you!

9. 

   15 Jul 2024

   #3 Narcissism and Co-parenting

   Free guide can be downloaded here - https://www.mythrivingchild.co/CircleofControl We’ve reached the 3rd and last episode of our podcast series! It has been such an exhilarating and empowering journey, with so many amazing moms reaching out with their experiences. And, with this final episode, I hope you’ll be joining your fellow like-minded mums who are determined to step out from a narcissistic co-parenting dynamic! In this episode, I’ll be sharing with you an exercise that will empower you to take back control and re-channel your emotional energies back toward you and your child - rather than appeasing a narcissistic dynamic!

10. 

    3 Jul 2024

    #2 Narcissism and Co-parenting

    Following on from understanding and identifying narcissistic traits, this week’s episode deep dives into disempowering narcissism and how you can begin stepping out of this dynamic! As caring parents, we want to do all we can to support our children. By enabling you to step back from a narcissistic dynamic that leaves you feeling drained, this episode will help you set out your boundaries and channel your energies to where it’s needed most - nurturing you and your child’s mental and physical well-being!

11. 

    10 Jun 2024

    Narcissism and Co-parenting: Understanding and Identifying Narcissism

    Deep dive into a topic that hits close to home for so many—narcissism in co-parenting. Over the next three episodes, we're unpacking the complexities of co-parenting with a narcissist and how to get through it! In this week's episode, we explore how to identify narcissism, which is the first step in disentangling yourself from the emotional web of co-parenting with a narcissist. If this is your reality, know you are not alone, I get messages daily from mums, sharing their struggles and seeking advice. Remember, knowledge is power. This episode is all about equipping you with the insights you need to navigate this dynamic so you and your children can thrive. 🌟

12. 

    14 Jan 2024

    The Step-By-Step, Science Backed Guide, To Making Sure Your Child Thrives During Your Divorce And Whilst Growing Up With Separated Parents

    🌈 A Guide to Your Child Thriving After Separation Hannah talks about her science-based model of well-being for children as they go through their parents separation and grow up with separated parents. She has never give this profound guide away as free content, so be sure to listen through and download the free PDF! The guide breaks down your childs: 🔍 Physiological Needs: The most basic need your children have and what it means! 💖 Secure Attachments: Establishing a profound sense of safety and love that becomes the bedrock for your child's mental health and development. 🌟 Certainty and Predictability: Explore the critical role of certainty and predictability in your child's life. 🎗️ Control and Autonomy: This is where your child gains a sense of empowerment in navigating changes. 🤝 Interconnectedness: Uncover the importance of interconnectedness, what this means and why it is important to your child's mental health. 🌟 Self-Esteem Summit: At the pinnacle of the pyramid lies self-esteem. Learn how, with each level of well-being addressed, your child's self-esteem flourishes, allowing them to embrace life's experiences with confidence and resilience. 📚 Free PDF Guide: Elevate your understanding with Hannah's comprehensive guide, offering a step-by-step roadmap to implement the Wellbeing Pyramid in your child's life. Download the guide here - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_VdkIn10bgY-XMX0TwY3m4Fx7iYuWf1Y/view?usp=share_link This episode encapsulates the essence of empowering your child not merely to survive separation but to soar to new heights of emotional well-being. Don't miss out on this transformative guide; download your copy today. 🚀

13. 

    10 Jan 2024

    Waking Up Without Your Children As A Separated Mum - How To Cope When Coparenting And Your Children Aren't With You

    In today's episode, Hannah delves into the emotional reality of your children not being with you all of the time when you are co-parenting. As a separated mum, she shares the profound impact of those empty nights and the struggle of adjusting to a reality different from the envisioned one she had of what motherhood would look like. Here is what she covers: 💔 The Deep Emotional Impact Of Her Children Not Being There 🛠️ Constructive Coping Techniques 🌈 Thriving Beyond Motherhood 📚 Free PDF Guide: Explore Hannah's comprehensive guide to the grief process, providing valuable insights and tools to navigate the emotional complexities of co-parenting and loss of time with your children. Link to Guide Here. If you've ever felt the weight of an empty home during co-parenting, this episode is a compassionate guide to help you navigate the emotions and transform this challenging experience into an opportunity for personal growth. 🌟

14. 

    31 Dec 2023

    Four Crucial Things Every Mum Needs To Know About Supporting Their Children Through Their Divorce

    Hannah unveils four crucial insights every mum needs to navigate the complexities of divorce and parental separation. 🔍 Understanding Secure Attachment: Learn how to assure your child that your bond with them remains unbreakable, fostering a sense of security that is vital for their well-being. 💔 Embracing Grief: Acknowledge and support your child's natural feelings of grief, providing comfort and guidance as they navigate the complex emotions surrounding their parents separation. 🤝 Empowering Control: Discover strategies to help your child regain a sense of control amidst the changes, involving them in decisions, no matter how small, to bolster their mental health. 🗣 Open Dialogues: Understand the ongoing nature of a child's comprehension of separation, and learn the importance of maintaining an open dialogue to address their questions and concerns throughout their childhood. 📚 Free Guide for Mums: The 7 step guide to helping your child cope with your divorce/separation: https://www.mythrivingchild.co/lm-worksheet Join Hannah in empowering your parenting journey amidst separation. Download the guide and embrace the tools to support your child's emotional well-being. 🌟

15. 

    24 Dec 2023

    How To Support Your Child When They Don't Want To Go To Their Other Parents House

    🚀 Empowering Transitions: Helping Your Child Move Between Homes In this insightful episode, host Hannah addresses a common challenge faced by separated parents: children struggling with transitions between homes. Drawing from her personal experience and extensive research in psychology and brain development, Hannah unveils a powerful six-step framework designed to support both you and your child through these difficult moments. 👂 Listen and Understand 🌟 Empathetic Explanations 🤝 Teamwork for Transition 👋 Saying Goodbye with Certainty 🔄 Consistency is Key 🌈 Reflecting and Planning Together 📚 Free Guide to Support You To Supoort Your Child: https://www.mythrivingchild.co/transitioning 🌟

16. 

    5 Dec 2023

    The Heart-Break Of Not Having My Children With Me Over Christmas - Coparenting Realities And How To Get Through

    🎄 Navigating Christmas When Your Children Are With Their Other Parent Join host Hannah as she reflects on the magic of spending Christmas with her children and the heart-break she will feel in not having them with her this Christmas Day. Hannah will dive into: 🌟 Embracing the Quiet: Coping with Absence on Christmas 💔 Acknowledging Sadness: A Compassionate Approach To Not Having Your Children With You 🌈 Finding A Path to Healing & Coping When Your Children Aren't With You 🤝 A Heartfelt Message: You're Not Alone To those resonating with this emotional journey, Hannah gets it! As a separated mum herself, she acknowledges the complexities of these moments. A heartfelt reminder: you are seen, you are felt, and you've got this.🌟 Link to the 7-step guide to helping your child cope with divorce/separation (https://www.mythrivingchild.co/lm-worksheet): https://www.mythrivingchild.co/lm-worksheet

17. 

    5 Dec 2023

    How To Make Your Child Feel Emotionally Secure During Your Divorce And Whilst Growing Up With Separated Parents

    This episode delves into a profound message inspired by a heartfelt letter I recieved from a fellow seprarted mum, who is navigating the challenges of separation, and facing the fears and dreams many of us share. In this episode: 💖 A Mother's Heart: Capturing the struggle, heartache, and unwavering hope we have for our children, in the midst of separation. 🤝 The Greatest Gift to Your Child: Explore the transformative power of helping your child understand their attachment to you amidst divorce. Discover why it's one of the most significant gifts you can offer for their mental health and well-being. 🔗 Attachment Security: Delve into the importance of conveying to your child that their attachment to you is unwavering, unbreakable. 🌱 Building Mental Health Resilience: Understand how creating a sense of security in your child's attachment is a cornerstone for their mental health resilience during and after divorce. This episode is a beacon of guidance for all mothers seeking to empower their children, assuring them of the enduring nature of your love. Tune in, gain insights, and take the next step in nurturing unbreakable bonds with your child. Your child's secure attachment begins here. Catch you next week for more empowering discussions! 🌟 Link to the 7-step guide to helping your child cope with divorce/separation: https://www.mythrivingchild.co/lm-worksheet]

18. 

    5 Dec 2023

    Welcome To The My Thriving Child Podcast, With Therapist Hannah Strong

    Welcome, Mums! 🎙️ Join host Hannah in Episode 1 of "My Thriving Child" as she shares the heart of her transformative journey in supporting her chhilkdren to thrive during divorce and throughout a life of growing up with separated parents. Dive into the fears, dreams, and moments that define her path. In this episode: 🌙 Late-night worries: Hannah explored the worries that kept her awake about her children, reflecting on the emotional impact of divorce. 💫 From survival to thriving: Experience the shift from basic hopes for children to powerful dreams of a thriving life. 🧠 Passion meets tools: Discover how Hannah's passion for psychology led to practical tools and proven theories to support her children. What's in store for you: 🚀 Empowerment: Gain tools to shift your child's experience of separation. 🌈 Skills: Develop insights to give your child the life you dream for them. 📚 Free Guide: Explore the link to Hannah's free guide on the seven things your child needs to thrive during and after divorce. Ready for empowerment, control, and freedom from mum guilt? Tune in now, and check the show notes for exclusive resources. Here's to thriving alongside your children! 🌟 Link to the 7 step guide to helping your child cope with your divorce/separation can be found here: https://www.mythrivingchild.co/lm-worksheet

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

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Spotify

5.0 / 5

9 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 30 / 100

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Engagement

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