Episodes

Bullying can take many forms -- and we’re all too aware of the damage it can cause. In this episode, hot Carmelita Tiu chats with coach, mentor, Youth Diversity Advisor, writer and speaker, Aime Hutton about how she survived being bullied, her current work, and more. Aime shares: Her experience of being bullied Her source of solace during that time What she wishes went differently Tips for parents to support their kids Her work to help empower girls A favorite quote - "Be b...

Join host Carmelita Tiu as she chats with Nicole Nepa, a certified life coach with a B.A. in psychology and an M.S. in mental health & school counseling, who specializes in coaching for teens. Nicole describes her coaching journey, and shares: The upside of not fitting in How she helps teens cope The importance of quietude and stillness for our kids Why your kids should see you napping and taking breaks For more information about Nicole, including her coaching programs for ...

Gratitude Journaling is touted as a good thing. But why? And how does it work? Kate Brenton's short and thoughtful article sheds some light on the matter. Especially at busy and potentially stressful times (like the holidays!), small life hacks that are sure to have a positive impact can be lifesavers. To learn more about Kate and her work, visit: Website: katebrenton.com - where you can sign up for her newsletter and learn more about Root to Rise: a six week coaching alignment to clea...

What is gender equity? In this episode of Know Them, Be Them, Raise Them, Annie Warshaw, co-founder of Mission Propelle and a gender justice professor at Roosevelt University, unpacks gender equity in her chat with host Carmelita Tiu. In this episode, Annie: Answers the question, "What is gender equity?" Explains how we can be aware of gender equity and encourage it Tells us the 3 things that will make her feel like she’s raised her sons successfully Helps us reframe our beliefs ...

Charlsey Childers, self-worth and confidence coach, is back with more actionable advice and wise words to help moms bolster their self-worth and raise confident daughters. Check out Charlsey's previous episode here: Women, Self-Worth, and Raising Authentic Daughters Charlsey and host Carmelita Tiu discuss: 3 ways to start boosting your self worth right away, including doing something every day that brings you joy! Dealing with the specter of social media and helping your daughter navig...

Can you relate to this? You have so much to be grateful for - good relationships, a good job, good friends, good health. But still, you don’t feel happy -- you don't feel like you’re enough. In this episode, Charlsey Childers, a self-worth and confidence coach, explains why she became a coach, why women and girls struggle with self-worth, and how moms can help themselves and their daughters feel confident, worthy, loved, and show up authentically in life. Charlsey shares: We are all bo...

What if your daughter decided to move out at 16? Our first “mom who’s been there” guest is Cheryl Spalding, a midlife empowerment coach. Now a mom to two daughters in their 20’s, Cheryl and host Carmelita Tiu talk about raising girls through tough times, what worked for her, and more. Cheryl shares: What her parenting approach was like, and her relationship with her daughters now How she handled her daughter moving out in her teens The importance of trust and reasonable boundaries ...

Ever wish you had a magic spell that would guarantee your daughter turns into a brave and confident woman? An “abracadabra” to ensure she grows up to be bold and powerful, in the best way? While sadly there’s no such thing, Wendy Snyder, Positive Parenting Teacher, Family Coach and founder of A Fresh Start Family, offers us some guidance in her article, "10 Important Phrases Parents Can Use to Empower Their Daughters.” The episode dives into how we can rephrase our words - how we can say t...

Do you say no, then feel guilty? Or maybe you say yes, then feel resentful? These feelings are part of the important but difficult task of setting and managing boundaries. Join host Carmelita Tiu as she chats with author and therapist, Julia Hogan. Julia explains: The importance of boundaries Ways to understand and define your boundaries How a “No” can be a “Yes” How asserting boundaries relates to fairness Listen to Julia on Episode 003, "Rethinking Self Care & Authentic R...

“I’m Speaking.” We all remember that simple-yet-powerful Kamala Harris statement, right? We encourage our daughters to be assertive, share their stories, and speak up. But when we teach them that interrupting is impolite and rude, are we inadvertently undermining their ability to rightfully claim airtime -- even if they’re interrupted by someone else? Will they choose politeness over being heard? Will they be afraid to assert themselves in a lively discussion, afraid that they’ll offend? L...

Have you noticed a confidence dip in your tween or teen girl? You aren’t dreaming...it’s a real thing. Today's article, "5 Steps to Helping Our Daughters Grow Up With More Confidence," comes from Briana Beazley. Briana is founder of NadiaGirl, a tween girls clothing brand focused on empowering young girls by creating comfortable clothing that fits well, to help them feel more confident. When Briana’s daughter was entering her tween years, shopping for her was discouraging and frustrating. ...

Are "self-care" and "authentic rest" just buzzwords? Is there a right way to do self-care? What does authentic rest or leisure look like? Join host Carmelita Tiu as she chats with her guest, author and therapist Julia Hogan. Julia describes her road to becoming a therapist and writer, and she explains: The importance of nurturing yourself and “filling your cup” Rethinking your self-care, making sure it works for you Authentic rest & leisure -- what these are The importance of mod...

Getting your tween or teen to talk to you can be notoriously difficult. We’re all used to one-word answers and hearing “fine” when we ask how they’re doing. In this episode, host Carmelita Tiu reads "How to Get Kids to Open Up," by Ezza Mustaffa, a licensed professional counselor who works with individuals of all ages. She tells us about: The importance of a safe emotional environment The reptilian brain! 5 tips on how to create a safe space Ezza Mustaffa received her Masters ...

Inaugural episode! Host Carmelita Tiu (aka Cat, or Millie) answers the 5 W’s of this show -- who she is, who the show is for, what it is, why it exists, and when/where to find it. Know Them, Be Them, Raise Them Subscribe here: Apple, Spotify, Google. New episodes drop every Tuesday (and sometimes in between). For more doses of information and inspiration: follow @knowberaisethem on Instagram sign up for our monthly newsletter visit www.knowberaisethem.com And if you liked what...

This is a podcast about raising tween & teen girls, to help mindful, progressive & busy moms stay informed and inspired so they can show up for themselves and their daughters the way they want to. I'm thrilled to be starting this exploration and hope you'll join me! Here's to strong women: May we know them, may we be them, and may we raise them.