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As parents, we have all been there: meltdowns in the grocery store aisle, long days that test our patience, or wondering if we are doing enough to raise resilient kids. In this episode of Chat with Nat, I sit down with Dr. Kristen Cook, a pediatrician with 15 years of clinical experience, podcast host, and author of the upcoming book Parenting Redefined.

We explore practical strategies for emotional regulation, why your calm sets the tone for your child’s success, how to shift from reaction to reflection, and why modeling matters more than perfection. Kristen shares her powerful “duck on a pond” technique, insights on picky eating, and how to navigate tough topics like bullying with both compassion and clarity.

What you’ll hear:

• Why emotional regulation in parents sets the foundation for kids’ resilience
  
• The “duck on a pond” method to pause before reacting
  
• How to see picky eating as brain development, not defiance
  
• Why modeling behavior matters more than being perfect
  
• How to address bullying while teaching kids empathy and strength
  
• The importance of showing up for yourself so you can show up for your children

If you have ever wondered how to raise kids who thrive emotionally and financially while protecting your own peace, this conversation is for you.

When you're done, catch Kristen's podcast -here-

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