The Rising Parent Podcast

Tim Vartko + Edna Vartko | Parenting Coaches
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Master toddler tantrums, navigate screen time, and survive the fourth trimester without losing your mind. The Rising Parent Podcast is a practical guide to positive parenting and child development, hosted by Certified Parenting Coaches Edna and Tim. Ditch the rigid rules and parental guilt. Tune in twice a week for actionable hacks on emotional intelligence, newborn essentials, postpartum mental health, and stress-free discipline. Go from surviving to thriving—subscribe today to build a calm, connected, and emotionally supportive home.

  1. 1d ago

    Parenting Neurodivergent Kids: Strategies for ADHD, Autism, and Dyslexia

    Discover how parenting neurodivergent kids can become a journey of connection, strength, and joy instead of daily struggle. In this episode of The Rising Parent Podcast, Tim and Edna share practical strategies to help children with ADHD, autism, and dyslexia thrive. Throw out the traditional rulebook and stop trying to squeeze diverse learners into a rigid neurotypical box. We explore why behavior is communication and how understanding auditory processing and sensory processing differences transforms daily routines. Learn how simple communication tools like a visual timer and a visual schedule can eliminate morning meltdowns and power struggles. Discover the life-changing impact of tailored parenting that celebrates hyperfocus and unique cognitive strengths. We also dive into effective school accommodations, showing you how to confidently navigate an IEP and 504 plan for your child. Discover how sensory supports like noise-canceling headphones create an optimal classroom learning environment. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend! Support our community mission by visiting SelflessOutreach.org to empower underserved families. Amazon Products Mentioned in this Episode: - Time Timer Visual Timer https://amzn.to/4yN9Eu7 - SchKIDules Visual Schedule Board https://amzn.to/4jW82cJ - Puro Sound Labs Noise-Canceling Headphones for Kids https://amzn.to/4hZoBSL For more parenting resources, guidance, and tools, visit RisingParent.org #Neurodiversity #ParentingADHD #AutismParenting #DyslexiaSupport #RisingParent #SpecialEducation

    Parenting Neurodivergent Kids: Strategies for ADHD, Autism, and Dyslexia

  2. 5d ago

    The Family Digital Detox: Practical Strategies to Reconnect Beyond the Screen

    Ready to master a family digital detox and eliminate daily screen time meltdowns for good? In this episode of The Rising Parent Podcast, hosts Tim and Edna share practical strategies to conquer the screen time struggle. Learn how to establish gentle screen time boundaries without inviting constant power struggles into your home. Discover the science behind the dreaded dopamine crash and why kids react emotionally to sudden transitions. Explore how to introduce visual timers like the Time Timer MOD to create clear, stress-free limits. We also examine parental digital habits and explain how a digital drop zone revitalizes authentic family connection. Learn why childhood boredom sparks creativity when paired with hands-on, tactile toys for independent play. From building imaginative worlds with Magna-Tiles to playing the Melissa and Doug Suspend family game, joyful screen-free time is completely achievable. Embrace intentional parenting today and discover how screen-free evening activities can bring your household closer together. Products & Resources Mentioned: - Time Timer MOD https://amzn.to/4rWxcKm - Magna-Tiles 100-Piece Set https://amzn.to/4rXdyOe - Melissa & Doug Suspend Family Game https://amzn.to/4B286hd Support our non-profit mobile food bank at SelflessOutreach.org Don't forget to hit subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend! For more parenting resources, guidance, and tools, visit RisingParent.org #DigitalDetox #ParentingTips #ScreenFreeKids #RisingParent #FamilyConnection #IntentionalParenting

    The Family Digital Detox: Practical Strategies to Reconnect Beyond the Screen

  3. Oct 9

    Sharenting Risks: The Long-Term Consequences of Posting Your Kids Online

    Discover how sharenting risks impact your child's future before you share another photo online. In this episode of The Rising Parent Podcast, early childhood educators and parenting coaches Tim and Edna unpack the hidden consequences of oversharing your family life on public social media. Learn how to protect your child's privacy against digital kidnapping, AI deepfakes, and identity theft. We explore why building a permanent digital footprint without consent damages emotional trust and can even lead to legal consequences. Gain mindful parenting advice on how to audit your privacy settings and preserve genuine family connection. Discover secure ways to share everyday moments with loved ones using private sharing tools. Resources Mentioned: - Book: "Growing Up Shared: How Parents Can Share Smarter on Social Media" https://amzn.to/4hIkb2j - Product: Aura Carver Smart Digital Picture Frame https://amzn.to/479oBKP - Support our mobile food bank: https://selflessoutreach.org/ Don't forget to subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend! For more parenting resources, guidance, and tools, visit RisingParent.org #Sharenting #ChildPrivacy #ParentingTips #DigitalParenting #MindfulParenting #OnlineSafety #FamilyConnection #RisingParent

    Sharenting Risks: The Long-Term Consequences of Posting Your Kids Online

  4. Oct 5

    6 Proven Steps to Transition Your Toddler to a Big Kid Bed Without Losing Sleep

    Ready for moving from crib to bed? Embrace the toddler bed transition with joy and discover our foolproof strategy to succeed without losing sleep! Welcome to another empowering episode of our parenting podcast! Hosts Tim and Edna share 6 proven, actionable toddler sleep tips to smoothly guide your little one into their big kid bed. If you have a sudden crib escape artist on your hands or want to prevent a challenging toddler sleep regression, we have the ultimate inspiration and guidance to help your family thrive. We dive deep into your child's psychological readiness, ensuring you time this change perfectly to avoid stress and exhaustion. You will learn the best toddler sleep hacks, including how to establish a calming toddler bedtime routine that brings peace back to your evenings. Because toddler sleep safety is paramount, we discuss essential steps for childproofing toddler room spaces, transforming the entire bedroom into a giant, safe haven. Plus, master toddler sleep training with our highly effective silent return method to lovingly enforce boundaries with confidence. Products Mentioned: - Sleep sack https://amzn.to/4xP6pB7 - Childproof door knob covers https://amzn.to/4hcUnwm - Regalo baby gate https://amzn.to/4hgMfel - Hatch Rest sound machine https://amzn.to/4d3duGO If you found these strategies helpful, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with fellow parents who could use some sleep! For more parenting resources and support, visit RisingParent.org! #ToddlerBedTransition #ParentingPodcast #ToddlerSleepTips #BigKidBed #ToddlerSleepTraining #SleepHacks #ToddlerSleepSafety #BedtimeRoutine

    6 Proven Steps to Transition Your Toddler to a Big Kid Bed Without Losing Sleep

  5. Oct 2

    Decoding After-School Restraint Collapse: Why Your Child Melts Down and How to Fix It

    Ever wonder why your child melts down the moment they get into the car after school? In this episode of The Rising Parent Podcast, hosts Tim and Edna decode after-school restraint collapse and show you how to transform after-school meltdowns into peaceful afternoons. Learn why holding it together all day causes sensory overload and emotional fatigue in school-aged kids. Discover how your presence serves as a safe space where children finally release their pent-up stress. We break down the 3-step decompression hour playbook to help you manage the 3pm pickup with ease. Implement a quiet presence, serve sensory snacks for somatic release, and use heavy work to calm an overstimulated child. Products Mentioned: - Outree Kids Pod Swing Seat https://amzn.to/4d7RE4U - Little Tikes 3-foot trampoline https://amzn.to/4xIK1JH - Hand to Mind Sensory Fidget Tubes https://amzn.to/3TwygIb Support our mission by visiting SelflessOutreach.org to donate to our nonprofit mobile food bank. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend! For more parenting resources, guidance, and tools, visit RisingParent.org. #ParentingTips #AfterSchoolMeltdowns #RisingParent #SensoryRegulation #GentleParenting #ChildDevelopment #ParentingPodcast

    Decoding After-School Restraint Collapse: Why Your Child Melts Down and How to Fix It

  6. Sep 28

    Low-Stimulation Parenting: Sensory Hacks for Overwhelmed Moms and Dads

    Overwhelmed parents, you are not alone! Discover how low-stimulation parenting can transform your noisy house into a peaceful, joyful sanctuary. If you ever feel like your home is a giant pinball machine of flashing toys and loud noises, experiencing sensory overload in parents is incredibly common. For the highly sensitive parent or introverted moms navigating the beautiful, messy journey of raising kids, constant noise can quickly lead to severe parental burnout. In this uplifting episode of The Rising Parent Podcast, hosts Edna and Tim share the life-changing magic of creating a low sensory home. Whether you are navigating neurodivergent parenting or just need some daily relief, we offer actionable sensory hacks for parents to help you reclaim your peace and thrive. Learn how to master nervous system regulation and redefine parental self care through realistic micro-moments of sensory rest. We will guide you through practical steps like initiating a liberating toy purge to minimize visual clutter and reducing auditory chaos without ignoring your children's needs. Discover the beauty of quiet time routines and how to implement dedicated toddler quiet time. We discuss how using visual timers for toddlers can help establish guilt-free, rejuvenating breaks for the whole family. Remember, a regulated parent equals a regulated child! Amazon Products Mentioned: - Loop Quiet earplugs https://amzn.to/4yONyqx - Himalayan glow salt lamp https://amzn.to/4jjX1BN - Secura 60-minute visual timer https://amzn.to/4dtCcjC - Magnetic tiles https://amzn.to/4yTIukS Your listener support also directly helps the Selfless Outreach mobile food bank. If this episode brought you comfort and inspiration, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend who might need it! Always remember to visit RisingParent.org for more tips and resources! #LowStimulationParenting #HighlySensitiveParent #SensoryHacks #OverwhelmedParents #IntrovertedMoms #ParentalBurnout #NeurodivergentParenting #SensoryRest

    Low-Stimulation Parenting: Sensory Hacks for Overwhelmed Moms and Dads

  7. Sep 25

    10 Safe First Foods for Baby-Led Weaning and How to Prep Them

    Ready for starting solids at 6 months? Discover the best BLW first foods to conquer baby mealtime anxiety and empower your self-feeding baby! Welcome to an uplifting episode of The Rising Parent Podcast! Transitioning to solid foods is a magical milestone that should be celebrated. Before you begin, we discuss the essential signs of baby readiness for solids, including the disappearance of the tongue thrust reflex, ensuring your little one is developmentally prepared to thrive at the table. In this episode, we share an inspirational BLW prep guide featuring 10 safe foods for baby. From perfectly roasted sweet potato wedges for baby to gently steamed broccoli florets for baby, we teach you exactly how to prepare nutritious finger foods for infants. You will leave feeling fully empowered to trust your baby's innate abilities as they explore baby-led weaning! We also tackle the hurdles every parent faces. Learn the critical differences of baby choking vs gagging so you can stay calm and supportive. Plus, we share a stress-free, step-by-step approach to introducing allergens to babies, setting them up for a lifetime of healthy eating habits. Set your kitchen up for ultimate success! We highlight the best gear to support your journey, including EZPZ bowls for zero-slip meals, the Bapron baby bib for mess-free eating, and the Joie crinkle cutter to easily create safe, easy-to-grip shapes. Let your baby take the lead and turn mealtime into a joyful sensory adventure! Products Mentioned in This Episode: - Joie crinkle cutter https://amzn.to/4hnMLGb - EZPZ bowls (First Foods Set / Suction Bowl) https://amzn.to/4h4YDxR - Bapron baby bib (Smock Bib) https://amzn.to/4cYKboD Support our non-profit partner, Selfless Outreach, by visiting SelflessOutreach.org to help serve the underserved in our communities. If this episode helped you feel more confident, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with another parent who needs a boost of encouragement! Always remember to visit RisingParent.org for more parenting tips, resources, and expert guidance! #BabyLedWeaning #BLWFirstFoods #StartingSolids #FingerFoodsForInfants #RisingParentPodcast #BLWPrepGuide #SelfFeedingBaby #BabyMealtime #BabyFoodIdeas

    10 Safe First Foods for Baby-Led Weaning and How to Prep Them

  8. Sep 21

    The Ghost Credit Risk: How to Prevent and Detect Child Identity Theft

    Protect your child's social security number from the ghost credit risk! Learn to prevent child identity theft and secure their bright future today. Imagine your teenager applying for a student loan, only to discover their kids credit score is ruined by defaulted debt. In this inspiring episode of The Rising Parent Podcast, hosts Tim and Edna tackle the silent epidemic of child identity theft. Scammers are increasingly pairing the clean SSNs of minors with fake names to commit synthetic identity theft. But you have the power to stop them! Protecting kids' financial future starts with a solid foundation in family financial planning. We break down the exact child credit freeze process so you can easily freeze minor credit profiles. You will learn how to navigate the credit bureaus for minors, including the specific steps to contact Equifax Experian TransUnion via certified mail. Empower yourself with actionable parenting financial tips focused on preventing identity fraud. We will show you how to request a child credit report to check for red flags, why safe document storage is essential at home, and the critical importance of shredding sensitive documents before they reach the trash. By taking these proactive steps, you are setting your child up for a lifetime of financial success and peace of mind. Products Mentioned in This Episode: - Amazon Basics 12-Sheet Cross-Cut Shredder https://amzn.to/46Tqbk1 - SentrySafe Fireproof and Waterproof Safe https://amzn.to/4hlAhik - Fireproof Document Bag https://amzn.to/4dPJGxt If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with other parents! For more resources and to support our mission, be sure to visit RisingParent.org! #ChildIdentityTheft #GhostCreditRisk #FamilyFinancialPlanning #ParentingTips #CreditRepair #IdentityTheftProtection #RisingParent

    The Ghost Credit Risk: How to Prevent and Detect Child Identity Theft
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Master toddler tantrums, navigate screen time, and survive the fourth trimester without losing your mind. The Rising Parent Podcast is a practical guide to positive parenting and child development, hosted by Certified Parenting Coaches Edna and Tim. Ditch the rigid rules and parental guilt. Tune in twice a week for actionable hacks on emotional intelligence, newborn essentials, postpartum mental health, and stress-free discipline. Go from surviving to thriving—subscribe today to build a calm, connected, and emotionally supportive home.

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  • Creator
    Tim Vartko + Edna Vartko | Parenting Coaches
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    80
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Rising Parent 2026
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