Resilient Parenting with Dr. Kate

Dr. Kate Lund
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Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet overwhelming roles any of us will ever take on. From managing your child’s education and emotional well-being to carrying the invisible weight of others’ expectations, today’s parents are often stretched thin. Add in the fast pace of modern life, and it’s no wonder that so many parents find themselves stressed, burned out, and unsure where to turn. Resilient Parenting with Dr. Kate Lund is here to help you navigate the complexity of parenting with strength, clarity, and a renewed sense of purpose. Hosted by Dr. Kate Lund—a licensed clinical psychologist, best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and mom—this podcast offers real, compassionate guidance to help parents build resilience in themselves and their children. Each episode explores practical strategies grounded in mindfulness, emotional regulation, and positive parenting, designed to help you reduce stress, avoid burnout, and parent with greater confidence. Whether you’re navigating emotional overload, trying to understand your child’s developmental needs, or simply working to shift your parenting mindset, Dr. Kate brings her clinical expertise and lived experience to every conversation. She shares real talk, actionable tools, and interviews with experts, professionals, and fellow parents who are also in the trenches—so you never feel like you’re going it alone. This podcast is not about being a perfect parent. It’s about being a present one. Dr. Kate believes that resilience is built through self-awareness, flexibility, and the courage to show up—even when things feel hard. With over 20 years of experience helping individuals and families thrive through challenges, she offers a science-backed, heart-centered approach to parenting that you can adapt to your unique context. You’ll learn how to quiet your mind, manage your emotional responses, and lead by example—all while modeling the emotional strength and adaptability you want to see in your children. From handling difficult transitions to building daily routines that support emotional wellness, Resilient Parenting with Dr. Kate gives you the tools to create a family culture grounded in connection, calm, and confidence. Because there is no one-size-fits-all approach to parenting, this podcast dives deep into strategies that are flexible, inclusive, and rooted in the realities of modern life. You’ll explore how to shift your parenting style to align with your personal values, lifestyle, and career—all while prioritizing self-care and self-love along the way. Dr. Kate’s personal resilience practice includes daily meditation and a commitment to mindfulness. These practices, along with her experience as a psychologist and mother, fuel her passion for helping parents harness their own inner strength to lead with clarity and compassion. You’re not alone in feeling overwhelmed—but you don’t have to stay stuck there. Let Resilient Parenting with Dr. Kate be your weekly source of inspiration and guidance to show up with intention and raise children who are emotionally strong, adaptable, and ready to thrive. Tune in at katelundspeaks.com or wherever you get your podcasts—and start your journey toward resilient parenting today.

  1. Adoption And Identity With Anna Bernacki

    1d ago

    Adoption And Identity With Anna Bernacki

    Is your adoption journey feeling more like a challenge than a triumph? Today, we sit down with Anna Bernacki, Director of Community at Parenting Different, to discuss what it really takes to help adopted children—and their parents—thrive. Anna brings a unique and powerful perspective to the table as both an adult adoptee and an adoptive mother of four. She shares the raw, honest reality of navigating post-adoption life, moving beyond the "honeymoon phase," and creating a home where children feel truly free to be themselves. In this episode, we dive into: The Power of Honesty: Why integrating adoption into your family's daily language from day one is essential to preventing shame and building a solid identity.Leading vs. Controlling: How Anna shifted her own parenting mindset from "control" to "guide," and why that pivot changed the entire atmosphere of her home.The "DNA Runs Thick" Reality: How to embrace your child’s unique personality, aptitudes, and interests—even when they don’t mirror your own.Parental Self-Work: Why therapy and self-awareness are not signs of weakness, but the most important tools you have to avoid projecting your own "stuff" onto your children. Whether you are a new adoptive parent navigating the post-placement reality or an experienced parent looking for new strategies, this conversation is packed with actionable, trauma-informed insights. Join us as we explore how to build resilience, foster authentic connections, and create a family culture where every member can truly thrive. Listen now to discover how to unlock the potential in your unique family context. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://www.katelundspeaks.com/ If you’re looking for more ways to navigate these challenges with more ease, you can find a deeper dive in my book, Step Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting.

    29 min
  2. Parenting Smarter With Fatima Bey, The MindShifter

    Jun 25

    Parenting Smarter With Fatima Bey, The MindShifter

    Are you struggling to connect with your teenager in a world that feels increasingly digital and disconnected? You're not alone. Parenting is one of the most challenging roles we take on, and the pressure to be "perfect" often does more harm than good. In this insightful conversation, we sit down with Fatima Bey—the "MindShifter"—to break down why the secret to resilient parenting isn't about having all the answers, but about listening first. Discover how to navigate the modern "comparison trap," why sharing your own struggles can actually strengthen your child's self-esteem, and how to trade lectures for the authentic, human-to-human connections that truly matter. Whether your teen is shutting you out or just navigating the complexities of growing up today, this post offers the honest, actionable perspective you need to parent smarter, not harder. Dive into a new way to bridge the gap and build a relationship that lasts. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://www.katelundspeaks.com/ If you’re looking for more ways to navigate these challenges with more ease, you can find a deeper dive in my book, Step Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting.

    33 min
  3. From Overwhelmed To Resilient With Charlotte Haggie

    Jun 18

    From Overwhelmed To Resilient With Charlotte Haggie

    Many highly capable professional women find themselves trapped on a frantic hamster wheel, balancing successful careers with deep parental devotion yet feeling entirely overwhelmed and disconnected from the present moment. In this episode, resilience coach and host of The Resilient Working Mum podcast, Charlotte Haggie, joins the show to share a transformative framework for reclaiming motherhood and career longevity from the inside out. Moving beyond the exhausting myth of "work-life balance," Charlotte introduces her Identity Stress Map framework to help listeners achieve true internal equilibrium. By learning how to objectify stress triggers, practice microscopic micro-habits of self-trust, and view daily life as an organic adventure rather than a rigid performance, working mothers can trade exhausting survival strategies for a rooted, flexible presence that allows the entire household to thrive. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://www.katelundspeaks.com/ If you’re looking for more ways to navigate these challenges with more ease, you can find a deeper dive in my book, Step Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting.

    29 min
  4. Thriving In The Fourth Trimester With Sarah Trott

    Jun 11

    Thriving In The Fourth Trimester With Sarah Trott

    Bringing a new baby home is a monumental milestone, but the period after birth is often met with startling silence. Welcome to the fourth trimester—a beautiful yet overwhelming season. If you're navigating sleep deprivation and hormonal shifts, you aren't alone. But you can do more than just survive; you can thrive in the fourth trimester. This post breaks down top insights from Fourth Trimester Show host Sarah Trott. Discover how to shift your mindset by treating recovery as a job, build a support village, set visitor boundaries, and proactively protect your mental health. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://www.katelundspeaks.com/ If you’re looking for more ways to navigate these challenges with more ease, you can find a deeper dive in my book, Step Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting.

    30 min
  5. Letting Go As Your Kids Grow With Deb Blum

    Jun 4

    Letting Go As Your Kids Grow With Deb Blum

    Watching your children grow is one of life’s greatest joys—but it also comes with one of parenting’s hardest lessons: learning how to let go. From their first steps toward independence to the moment they begin creating lives of their own, every stage can stir a mix of pride, fear, and deep emotional adjustment. Today, we explore the delicate balance between guiding our children and giving them the freedom to become who they are meant to be with Deb Blum. Deb is the creator of The Whole Soul Way™, a proven, repeatable self-healing framework, and host of the ELATE podcast (Explore Life at the Edges). Whether you’re navigating the teenage years, preparing for an empty nest, or simply learning to loosen your grip little by little, this heartfelt reflection offers encouragement, wisdom, and reassurance for every parent facing change. Because sometimes, loving your kids well means learning when to step back—and trusting that everything you’ve poured into them will carry them forward. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://www.katelundspeaks.com/ If you’re looking for more ways to navigate these challenges with more ease, you can find a deeper dive in my book, Step Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting.

    23 min
  6. Raising Neurodiverse Kids With Confidence With Melissa Jackson

    May 28

    Raising Neurodiverse Kids With Confidence With Melissa Jackson

    Is parenting a neurodiverse child leaving you feeling overwhelmed and unsure? You’re not alone. In a society that often privileges one way of thinking, many parents struggle to see past the challenges and labels. But what if the key to unlocking your child’s true potential—and building their confidence—starts not with fixing their "problems," but with regulating your own nervous system? In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Melissa Jackson, The Neurodiversity Advocate, to explore the shift from a deficit-based mindset to strength-based parenting. Discover why coregulation is everything and how modeling self-compassion and setting boundaries gives your child permission to thrive. If you want practical, whole-person strategies for raising a resilient and confident neurodiverse kid, this is a must-read. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://www.katelundspeaks.com/ If you’re looking for more ways to navigate these challenges with more ease, you can find a deeper dive in my book, Step Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting.

    23 min
  7. How To Raise Accountable Kids With Sue Donnellan

    May 21

    How To Raise Accountable Kids With Sue Donnellan

    Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and constantly yelling at your kids? You're not alone. The journey to raising accountable kids and fostering independence often feels like a constant battle, leaving parents drained and searching for a simpler way. In this powerful interview, we sit down with parenting expert and author Sue Donnellan (Ask Mom Parenting) to uncover her non-conformist, business-minded approach that has been proven over 25+ years. Her repeatable system, rooted in behavioral psychology, isn't about changing your child—it's about transforming your approach. Discover the foundational shift from "react mode" to "prepared mode," learn how to bake responsibility and buy-in into every phase of your child's life, and finally make parenting easier. Read on to unlock the secrets to building self-assured, confident adults. LEARN MORE: Book a FREE Discovery CallFREE Parenting ResourcesWebsiteJoin the Yell-Free Parenting For Exhausted Moms Facebook GroupGet the Book Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://www.katelundspeaks.com/ If you’re looking for more ways to navigate these challenges with more ease, you can find a deeper dive in my book, Step Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting.

    27 min
  8. Finding Yourself Again In Parenthood With Rachel Russell

    May 14

    Finding Yourself Again In Parenthood With Rachel Russell

    Coming back to who you are as a human requires a deep level of nervous system understanding to navigate the sensory overload and high-pressure demands of modern life. Rachel Russell joins the conversation to explain how awareness of our biological communication highways can prevent us from inventing negative stories about our children and ourselves. By choosing micro moments of autonomy—like deciding exactly how you like your eggs or taking sixteen seconds of quiet—parents can shift from reactive survival to intentional homeostasis. This dialogue explores the vital importance of "cleaning the fish pond" of the home environment, allowing families to move beyond limiting beliefs and embrace the best possible version of their lives together. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://www.katelundspeaks.com/ If you’re looking for more ways to navigate these challenges with more ease, you can find a deeper dive in my book, Step Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting.

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Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet overwhelming roles any of us will ever take on. From managing your child’s education and emotional well-being to carrying the invisible weight of others’ expectations, today’s parents are often stretched thin. Add in the fast pace of modern life, and it’s no wonder that so many parents find themselves stressed, burned out, and unsure where to turn. Resilient Parenting with Dr. Kate Lund is here to help you navigate the complexity of parenting with strength, clarity, and a renewed sense of purpose. Hosted by Dr. Kate Lund—a licensed clinical psychologist, best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and mom—this podcast offers real, compassionate guidance to help parents build resilience in themselves and their children. Each episode explores practical strategies grounded in mindfulness, emotional regulation, and positive parenting, designed to help you reduce stress, avoid burnout, and parent with greater confidence. Whether you’re navigating emotional overload, trying to understand your child’s developmental needs, or simply working to shift your parenting mindset, Dr. Kate brings her clinical expertise and lived experience to every conversation. She shares real talk, actionable tools, and interviews with experts, professionals, and fellow parents who are also in the trenches—so you never feel like you’re going it alone. This podcast is not about being a perfect parent. It’s about being a present one. Dr. Kate believes that resilience is built through self-awareness, flexibility, and the courage to show up—even when things feel hard. With over 20 years of experience helping individuals and families thrive through challenges, she offers a science-backed, heart-centered approach to parenting that you can adapt to your unique context. You’ll learn how to quiet your mind, manage your emotional responses, and lead by example—all while modeling the emotional strength and adaptability you want to see in your children. From handling difficult transitions to building daily routines that support emotional wellness, Resilient Parenting with Dr. Kate gives you the tools to create a family culture grounded in connection, calm, and confidence. Because there is no one-size-fits-all approach to parenting, this podcast dives deep into strategies that are flexible, inclusive, and rooted in the realities of modern life. You’ll explore how to shift your parenting style to align with your personal values, lifestyle, and career—all while prioritizing self-care and self-love along the way. Dr. Kate’s personal resilience practice includes daily meditation and a commitment to mindfulness. These practices, along with her experience as a psychologist and mother, fuel her passion for helping parents harness their own inner strength to lead with clarity and compassion. You’re not alone in feeling overwhelmed—but you don’t have to stay stuck there. Let Resilient Parenting with Dr. Kate be your weekly source of inspiration and guidance to show up with intention and raise children who are emotionally strong, adaptable, and ready to thrive. Tune in at katelundspeaks.com or wherever you get your podcasts—and start your journey toward resilient parenting today.

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    Dr. Kate Lund
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  • Episodes
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    © Copyright 2025 | All Rights Reserved | Kate Lund katelundspeaks.com
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