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

    Stop the Conflict: 5 De-escalation Scripts for Defiant Preteens

    Discover effective ways to stop the conflict with your defiant preteens using our five proven de-escalation scripts designed for better communication. In this episode, we unpack why preteen brain development contributes to mood swings and how to navigate these challenges with empathy and patience. Learn how to master the pause and pivot, swap aggressive arguments for genuine connection, and use strategic delay when emotions run high. We dive deep into practical techniques, such as the boundary plus validation combo, to help you maintain a positive relationship with your growing child. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend! We also encourage you to support our mission by donating to Selfless Outreach at selflessoutreach.org. Amazon Products Mentioned in this Episode: - "Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain" by Dr. Daniel Siegel https://link.amazon/B07G3rzqa - "The Explosive Child" by Dr. Ross Greene https://link.amazon/B03OtlYGg - Sensory Calming Stress Balls https://link.amazon/B03iMxuxn - Squishy Tactile Toys https://link.amazon/B0hEQetLQ For more parenting resources, guidance, and tools, visit RisingParent.org #ParentingTips #PreteenLife #Deescalation #RaisingTeens #FamilyHarmony #MindfulParenting

    Stop the Conflict: 5 De-escalation Scripts for Defiant Preteens

  2. 5d ago

    6 Potty Training Myths Debunked: What You REALLY Need to Know

    Ready to explore the truth about potty training myths that cause unnecessary parenting stress? In this episode of The Rising Parent Podcast, hosts Tim and Edna tackle toddler potty training with calm, confidence, and compassion. Discover why arbitrary age timelines fail and how tuning into developmental readiness cues transforms the journey. You will learn how physical milestones, cognitive skills, and emotional readiness support natural toddler development and long-term toilet training success. Wondering if the intense 3-day potty training method is right for your family? We share practical potty training tips and explain why fostering intrinsic motivation beats transactional candy bribes every time. Get empowering parenting support as we normalize potty training accidents and demystify unexpected issues like constipation rather than assuming a potty training regression. Plus, discover how a travel-ready portable potty keeps you exploring and why nighttime dryness relies entirely on biological hormones. Amazon Products Mentioned in this Episode: • BabyBjörn Potty Chair - Ergonomic high-back seat for optimal toddler posture https://link.amazon/B026yDdtc • OXO Tot 2-in-1 Go Potty - Portable emergency travel potty and toilet seat adapter https://link.amazon/B0i1lmPSC • Potty by Leslie Patricelli - Gentle and fun board book normalizing bathroom habits https://link.amazon/B0gD9AXu8 Don't forget to subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend! Support our mission: Help fund our mobile food bank by making a tax-deductible donation at SelflessOutreach.org. For more parenting resources, guidance, and tools, visit RisingParent.org #PottyTraining #ToddlerParenting #ParentingPodcast #PottyTrainingTips #GentleParenting #ToddlerMilestones #RisingParent

    6 Potty Training Myths Debunked: What You REALLY Need to Know

  3. Oct 30

    Money Smart Kids: Teaching Financial Literacy from Toddlers to Teens

    Ready to explore the secrets of raising money smart kids without the grocery store checkout meltdowns? In this episode of The Rising Parent Podcast, Edna and Tim dive into teaching financial literacy from toddlers to teens with actionable parenting advice. Discover how hands-on tools, smart chore systems, and intentional conversations about money management transform everyday challenges into empowering life skills. Learn how to move beyond the traditional piggy bank using a clear spend save give framework that builds delayed gratification and lifelong generosity. We unpack the classic allowance dilemma, revealing how to separate citizenship chores from paid earning opportunities so your kids master budgeting skills early. For middle schoolers and high schoolers, we explore teen budgeting, handling peer pressure, avoiding digital money traps, and unlocking compound interest. You will also discover how kid entrepreneurs build resourcefulness, work ethic, and real financial confidence through creative micro-businesses. Amazon Products Mentioned in this Episode: • Learning Resources Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register https://link.amazon/B0ezVn3Bw • Moonjar Classic Moneybox and Bank for Kids https://link.amazon/B048itfxJ • Make Your Kid a Money Genius (Even If You're Not) by Beth Kobliner https://link.amazon/B04c4O9Gd If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this with a fellow parent! You can also support our mobile food bank partner by visiting SelflessOutreach.org. For more parenting resources, guidance, and tools, visit RisingParent.org #FinancialLiteracy #ParentingTips #MoneySmartKids #RaisingKids #FamilyFinance #RisingParent

    Money Smart Kids: Teaching Financial Literacy from Toddlers to Teens

  4. Oct 26

    Sibling Harmony: Turning Squabbles into Stronger Bonds

    Ready to transform sibling rivalry into lifelong connection and bring peace back into your living room? In this episode of The Rising Parent Podcast, hosts Tim and Edna share practical positive parenting strategies to help you turn daily squabbles into stronger bonds. Learn how to step away from being an exhausted referee and become a calm peacemaker parent. Discover why ditching the fairness trap empowers each child's unique needs while fostering genuine sibling harmony and cooperation. We also explore how birth order blues affect your oldest child, middle child, and youngest child, along with how to introduce special time and cooperative play. Learn how to shift conflict resolution from you versus each other to us versus the problem. Amazon Products Mentioned in this Episode: - Siblings Without Rivalry by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish https://link.amazon/B08quqpIp - Peaceable Kingdom Race to the Treasure Board Game https://link.amazon/B09fbhW8T - Big Life Journal for Kids https://link.amazon/B09EQoy9H If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend! Support our community work at SelflessOutreach.org. For more parenting resources, guidance, and tools, visit RisingParent.org #ParentingTips #SiblingRivalry #PositiveParenting #SiblingHarmony #FamilyPeace #ParentingPodcast

    Sibling Harmony: Turning Squabbles into Stronger Bonds

  5. Oct 23

    Green Parenting: Eco-Friendly Choices Without Breaking the Bank

    Ready to explore green parenting without draining your wallet or filling your home with expensive gadgets? In this inspirational episode of The Rising Parent Podcast, hosts Tim and Edna reveal how eco-friendly choices can actually save you money while bringing more calm and joy into your family life. Sustainable living does not require a massive budget or an aesthetically perfect home. Learn practical budget-friendly eco living tips, from decluttering toys with a simple toy rotation system to fostering genuine environmental stewardship in your daily family routines. Discover how easy swaps like reusable silicone storage bags, a durable kids water bottle, and DIY green cleaners can cut clutter and minimize single-use waste. By building sustainable habits and embracing mindful parenting, you can raise eco-conscious kids who truly cherish our planet. Tune in to transform zero waste parenting into a fun family journey of connection and discovery. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with a friend! Amazon Products Mentioned in this Episode: • Stasher Reusable Silicone Storage Bags https://amzn.to/4yTdhy1 • Simple Modern Kids Water Bottle with Straw Lid https://amzn.to/4zJ1a7l • Amber Spray Bottle (for DIY Household Cleaners) https://amzn.to/4keSn8u • The Lorax by Dr. Seuss https://amzn.to/4z44N83 For more parenting resources, guidance, and tools, visit RisingParent.org #GreenParenting #EcoFriendlyFamily #SustainableLiving #MindfulParenting #ZeroWasteKids #RisingParent

    Green Parenting: Eco-Friendly Choices Without Breaking the Bank

  6. Oct 19

    The Safe Route Blueprint: Designing Fail-Proof Trick-or-Treat Routines, Lighting, and Wardrobe

    Discover the safe route blueprint for stress-free trick-or-treat routines, costume visibility, and joyful family memories. In this episode of The Rising Parent Podcast, veteran coaches Edna and Tim show you how to trade holiday anxiety for pure celebration. Learn how 360-degree retroreflective integration and clip-on active lighting protect your children without ruining their disguises. We share real parenting coaching stories that prove your little superheroes can shine brightly and safely all night long. Master strategic route mapping by prioritizing pedestrian-safe cul-de-sacs while actively avoiding dangerous traffic zones. Pre-teaching clear boundaries empowers children with independence while preserving essential street safety at every intersection. Establish a dependable doorstep inspection protocol with designated candy checkpoints to prevent roadside choking hazards. Equipped with practical hands-free lighting, checking sweets transforms from a frustrating power struggle into an empowering family game. Amazon Products Mentioned in this Episode: - 3M Scotchlite Reflective Tape https://amzn.to/4Bf7mpb - Tagvo LED Safety Lights https://amzn.to/4eg9MtK - Lepro LED Headlamp https://amzn.to/4yuNsE9 Support vulnerable families by donating to Selfless Outreach at 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 #HalloweenSafety #ParentingTips #SafeHalloween #TrickOrTreat #FamilySafety #RisingParent

    The Safe Route Blueprint: Designing Fail-Proof Trick-or-Treat Routines, Lighting, and Wardrobe

  7. Oct 16

    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

  8. Oct 12

    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
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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
    86
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Rising Parent 2026
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    The Rising Parent Podcast

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