Ep 107 Intimate Partner Abuse (Featuring Courtney Lavalley)
Release Date: 06/12/2024
Ep 133 - Making Friends as Adults & Showing Up Well
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This episode is extra special—it marks the beginning of a brand new adventure, and I’m bringing you along for the journey. Inside, I’m sharing two powerful segments from my Radio Talk Show that dive into something so many of us quietly struggle with: making adult friendships and truly showing up for the people we care about. Let’s be honest—friendship as an adult can feel complicated. Life is full, schedules are packed, and vulnerability doesn’t always come easy. But connection? It still matters deeply. Maybe now more than ever. In this episode, we explore: - Why making...
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Ep 132 - My Child Only Listens to Dad
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Many parents quietly carry the same frustration: “Why does my child listen to my spouse… but not me?” It can feel personal. It can feel unfair. And if you're the parent constantly repeating yourself while your partner walks in and gets instant compliance, it can even make you wonder if you're doing something wrong. In this episode, Jenn unpacks what’s really going on when kids seem to respond to one parent more than the other. The answer usually has far less to do with respect—and far more to do with family dynamics, emotional connection, and the roles parents naturally fall into....
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Ep 131 - Calming the After School Angst
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The backpacks hit the floor… and suddenly the emotions hit everyone. If afternoons in your home feel like a pressure cooker—tears, meltdowns, short tempers, and “I don’t know what’s wrong!”—this episode is for you. In Calming the After-School Angst, Jenn pulls back the curtain on what’s really happening for kids after a long day of holding it together. You’ll learn why after-school explosions aren’t a sign of bad behavior or poor parenting—but a nervous system asking for relief. With warmth, honesty, and practical wisdom, this episode explores: Why kids often...
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Ep 130 - Mental Health Matters (Featuring Turning Point)
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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with the passionate young founders of Turning Point Clothing SK—a high school entrepreneurship class project that transformed into a powerful movement for mental health awareness. Born from a place of grief and courage, these remarkable young men—now in their early twenties—share how their own struggles became the spark for change. Their mission is rooted in the insight that many suicide survivors name a “turning point” as the moment they chose to keep going. That’s where the name comes from—and that’s what they’re offering others: hope,...
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Ep 129 3 Ways to Slow Down Christmas
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It’s Christmas… but it doesn’t feel like Christmas. You’ve booked the sleigh ride. Said yes to the cookie exchange. Nailed the elf antics, the concerts, the gifts, the matching pajamas. And somewhere between the peppermint lattes and the Pinterest-perfect moments… it hit you. “This doesn’t feel like joy. This feels like pressure.” In this heartfelt episode, Jenn gets real about the Christmas breakdown moment — that point in the season where the to-do list has taken over and the magic feels just out of reach. She invites moms, dads, caregivers, and overextended holiday...
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Ep 128 Transformative Parenting (Featuring Todd Sarner)
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In this episode, psychotherapist and parenting coach Todd Sarner shares powerful insights into defiance, attachment, and the instincts driving our children’s behavior. We explore why kids resist, what’s really behind “challenging” behavior, and how understanding their emotional needs can transform how we respond. Todd brings clarity and compassion to the parenting journey, helping us move from reactivity to connection—with tools rooted in attachment theory and neuroscience. Perfect for any parent wanting to go deeper than discipline and discover the why behind their child’s...
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Ep 127 Anxiety in our Kids
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🎉 Season 7 Launch! 🎉 We’re kicking off a brand new season of the Families Matter Most podcast—and Jenn is diving straight into a big one: Anxiety in our kids. From toddlers to teens, anxiety shows up differently in every personality and age. In today’s episode, Jenn breaks it down: 💭 What anxiety might really look like (hint: it’s not always obvious) 🤝 How you can support your child with confidence and compassion 🚩 When it’s time to seek extra help—and how to do it Whether you’re seeing signs of anxiety in your child or just want to be prepared, this episode has...
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Ep 126 Every Parent's Worst Fear (with Tammy MacDonald)
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⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of death, domestic violence, substance use, and strong language related to grief. Please listen with care. In this powerful and deeply vulnerable season closer, we welcome a guest whose story holds the weight of every parent’s worst fear. One year ago, Tammy received a call that shattered her world—her daughter had been stabbed to death. What followed was a journey through grief no parent imagines walking. Tammy joins us to share the unfiltered truth of what it’s like to survive the unimaginable. With raw honesty and...
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Ep 125 Four Strategies to deal with Anger
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This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating YOU—the heart of your home—with something special. In this episode of Families Matter Most, we’re gifting you a behind-the-scenes look at one of our favorite sessions from the No More Yelling course. It’s a powerful, grace-filled sneak peek that offers real tools to help you respond—not react—when parenting gets hard. If you’ve ever wished for more patience, more calm, or just a moment to breathe, this one’s for you. And as our gift to you this Mother’s Day, the full No More Yelling course is 50% off until midnight on Mother’s Day....
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Ep 124 Escaping Violence (Featuring Lisa Williams of Shelter Movers)
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This week, we’re honored to spotlight the launch of Shelter Movers Regina, led by the incredible Lisa Williams. As the 11th chapter of Shelter Movers in Canada, this life-saving service is opening a path to safety for women and children fleeing abuse—right here in our community. Shelter Movers began in Toronto in 2016 with one father, Marc Hull-Jacquin, who was on parental leave when he realized the gap in support for survivors of domestic violence. Since then, it has grown into a national organization, offering free moving and storage so that women don’t have to choose between...
info_outline*Trigger Warning:* This episode discusses intimate partner violence and child abuse.
In this powerful and insightful episode, we welcome Courtney Lavalley, the Children's Program Coordinator at Sofia House, a vital refuge for women escaping violence and domestic abuse. Courtney shares her invaluable experiences and insights from working at Sofia House, a safe place that provides critical support for women in crisis.
Courtney Levalley is dedicated to transforming the lives of women and children who have experienced domestic violence. As the Children's Program Coordinator at Sofia House, she plays a crucial role in providing a safe and nurturing environment for our next generation.
Sofia House:
Sofia House is more than a home for women fleeing violence. They offer parenting, group and personal coaching programs as well.
Key Statistics:
- Women are 2 1/2 to 3 times more likely to be victims of intimate partner violence than men.
- Intimate partner abuse is the number one form of abuse in Saskatchewan.
Important Insights:
- Trust your instincts. If you're questioning whether your situation is abusive, it likely is. Seek out a safe person and a safe place immediately.
- To support a survivor, be as non-judgmental as possible. Be a friend and offer a safe place.
Thought to Ponder:
Consider the roots of abusive behavior. What trauma did the abuser experience that led them to seek control through violence?
Understanding the Impact on Children:
Children who have witnessed or experienced abuse often show signs through their physical well-being and school performance. Recognizing these signs is crucial in providing them with the help they need.
Join us as we delve into these topics and more, shedding light on the critical work being done at Sofia's House and how we can all contribute to supporting survivors of domestic abuse.
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