What I Want My Kids to Know

About What I Want My Kids to Know

A parenting podcast about the conversations that shape capable, confident kids. How do you prepare your kids for real life—emotionally, socially, and practically? On What I Want My Kids to Know, we tackle the big and small topics that help children grow into thoughtful, successful adults. Whether you’re raising toddlers or teens, this podcast empowers you to have meaningful, age-appropriate conversations that foster connection, build resilience, and encourage critical life skills. Each episode explores a key theme in child development, parenting, and communication—from emotional intelligence and self-worth to money, mindset, and navigating hard truths. You’ll walk away with practical tools like conversation starters, listening techniques, and strategies to talk about tough topics without fear. This is the podcast that helps you say what matters—before they’re grown and gone. Perfect for parents and caregivers of kids ages 0–18, this show is your weekly dose of inspiration and guidance to nurture open dialogue and raise kids who are prepared for the real world. You’ll learn how to: Talk to your kids about hard, often-avoided topics Engage in honest, transparent family conversations Support your child’s emotional and social development Communicate in ways that deepen connection Build essential life skills together Whether you’re wondering how to bring up screen time, relationships, gratitude, failure, or future goals, this show has you covered.

Publisher

Mykayla Sygulla

Category

kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

3 Jun 2025

Latest episode

19 Nov 2025

Latest episodes

25 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   19 Nov 2025

   #23 Teaching Kids Integrity: Helping Children Learn from Other People’s Mistakes

   Kids learn a tremendous amount from their own mistakes, but they can learn just as much from the world happening around them. In this episode of What I Want My Kids to Know, Mykayla shares how to help children reflect on other people’s choices, behaviors, and mistakes to build integrity, emotional intelligence, and strong decision-making skills.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy reflection builds integrity and how kids learn from observing others’ behaviorHow to help kids process real-world situations so the lesson sticksThe brain science behind why reflection matters, not just experiencePractical ways to turn everyday moments, after school stories, playground drama, even Target trips, into teachable opportunitiesHow to support impulsive kids who struggle with reflection and self-awarenessConversation starters that build emotional intelligence and help kids deepen their understanding of choices and consequences

2. 

   5 Nov 2025

   #22 Natural Consequences: Helping Kids Learn from Experience

   It’s natural to want to protect our kids from mistakes and discomfort, but those moments are often the best teachers. In this episode of What I Want My Kids to Know, Mykayla shares how letting kids experience natural consequences can build real-life skills like responsibility, problem-solving, and self-control.You’ll learn how to step back with empathy, support reflection without rescuing, and help your kids develop the executive functioning skills they’ll need for independence and confidence later in life.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhat natural consequences are and why they matter for your child’s emotional and cognitive developmentHow the brain learns through experience, not just explanation, and why that’s essential for building executive functioningReal-world examples of natural consequences for kids of all ages, from forgotten homework to oversleeping for schoolWhy it’s so hard to let go as a parentm and how to reframe “stepping back” as an act of trust and loveHow to support without rescuing, using calm, empathetic communication and reflectionConversation starters to help kids process mistakes and turn them into growth momentsResources & LinksFollow on Instagram: @whatiwantmykidstoknow_podVisit the website: www.whatiwantmykidstoknow.comSupport the ShowIf you loved this episode:Follow the podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyShare the episode with a friend or on your social media

3. 

   29 Oct 2025

   #21 Staying Connected When You're Burned Out, Tired, and Overwhelmed

   Parenting through busy or exhausting seasons can leave us feeling stretched thin and disconnected. In this episode of What I Want My Kids to Know, Mykayla shares how to stay emotionally connected to your kids when your energy is running low.You’ll learn practical, grace-filled strategies for keeping communication open, finding small moments of connection, and showing your kids that love and presence don’t disappear just because your capacity has shifted.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeHow to use what’s already in your routine to create meaningful connection moments without adding more to your plateSimple ways to add a small touch of “special” that make kids feel seen and loved, even in busy seasonsWhy honest communication matters, and how naming your limits actually builds trust and emotional safetyHow to release perfection and focus on presence over performance when you’re feeling burned outConversation starters to spark connection when energy or motivation is lowResources & LinksFree guide: 5 Ways to Create Time for Connection with Your KidsFollow on Instagram: @whatiwantmykidstoknow_podVisit the website: www.whatiwantmykidstoknow.com

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 50 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

69

Social presence

91

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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