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Thriving Parent-ing

Thriving Parent-ing

By: Jen Cuttriss - Sleep Thrive Grow - Baby & Parent Sleep Coach & Mindset Mentor
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Welcome to Thriving Parent-ing with Jen, your compassionate godmother (the cool, modern version…) who’s here to help you unlock your full parenting potential by exploring the dynamic duality of personal growth and parenting strategies, empowering you to break free from the grips of survival mode and embrace the joys of thriving parenting. If you’re looking to level up and make sense of your parenting reality, feel confident in your parenting ability, nurture your self-growth and begin to thrive alongside your children, this is the podcast for you. Thriving Parent-ing is your go-to resource where we consider your growth journey as equally important, evolving into the person and parent you aspire to be. A happy, healthy child starts with a happy, healthy you so consider this podcast your permission to place your oxygen mask on first, to show up in a way you are proud of and your child benefits from. We’re here to support, encourage and inspire you every step of the way. As a baby and parent sleep coach and mentor, mind-body practitioner, RN and mother-of-three, Jen brings a unique blend of expertise and empathy to the table. Join her every week as she explores the art of thriving in parenthood - bringing you practical sleep support, tangible parenting tools, positive mindset coaching, insightful guest interviews and expert advice, equipping you with the knowledge and perspectives, that will assist you in navigating the challenges of raising happy, healthy children while prioritising your own well-being too. Thriving Parent-ing is here to empower you to have your cake and eat it too! Kick survival mode to the curb and step confidently into thriving mode - see you there Thrivers! You can find out more about Jen and her work supporting parents on Instagram at @sleep_thrive_grow and www.sleepthrivegrow.com.Copyright 2026 Jen Cuttriss - Sleep Thrive Grow - Baby & Parent Sleep Coach & Mindset Mentor Exercise & Fitness Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Hygiene & Healthy Living Parenting & Families Personal Development Personal Success Relationships
Episodes
  • Baby Bitesize | Is It Really Overtiredness? The Sleep Myth Keeping Parents Stuck

    Baby Bitesize | Is It Really Overtiredness? The Sleep Myth Keeping Parents Stuck
    Jun 22 2026

    Overtiredness has become one of the most talked-about explanations for baby and toddler sleep struggles, but is it really the cause of every difficult nap, early wake-up, or bedtime battle?

    In this Baby Bite-Sized episode, Jen unpacks the truth about overtiredness, why it's often misunderstood, and how the fear of getting sleep "wrong" can leave parents feeling anxious, exhausted, and stuck. You'll learn why true overtiredness is usually the result of accumulated sleep debt over time, what signs to look for, and why factors like under-tiredness, overstimulation, development, and changing sleep needs are often overlooked. This episode encourages parents to step back from rigid sleep rules, trust their child's resilience, and focus on understanding the bigger picture rather than stressing over every missed nap or shifted routine.

    In This Episode, You'll Learn:

    • What overtiredness actually is and why it's often misunderstood
    • Why one missed nap or late bedtime is unlikely to cause long-term sleep issues
    • The difference between overtired, under-tired, overstimulated, and under-stimulated behaviours
    • How to identify genuine signs of accumulated sleep debt in babies and toddlers
    • Why sleep resistance doesn't always mean your child has been awake too long
    • How to move away from fear-based sleep decisions and build confidence in reading your child's needs

    Would like to access tailored 1:1 sleep support but don’t know where to start? Jump on a FREE sleep clarity session with Jen here https://sleepthrivegrow.com/

    For more information on this topic, head to the show notes: Episode 117 Show Notes

    And I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Come and connect with me on Instagram at @sleep_thrive_grow.

    And click the +Follow button to never miss an episode. New episodes are released every Tuesday!

    To find out more about how I can support you, visit my website here.

    Until next time, Thrivers
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    8 mins
  • Trusting Yourself Again: Why Modern Parenting Is Creating So Much Self-Doubt

    Trusting Yourself Again: Why Modern Parenting Is Creating So Much Self-Doubt
    Jun 15 2026

    In this episode of Thriving Parenting, we dive into why so many parents are struggling with self-doubt in today's world of sleep apps, parenting experts, developmental checklists, and endless online advice. When we're constantly looking outside ourselves for answers, it's easy to lose confidence in our own ability to understand and respond to our children. Through a powerful client story, we explore how modern parenting culture can unintentionally undermine parental confidence and why rebuilding trust in yourself is one of the most important gifts you can give both yourself and your child. You'll discover how confidence grows not from getting parenting "right," but from tuning into your child's unique cues, embracing uncertainty, and strengthening the relationship that matters most.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    • Why modern parenting culture is contributing to increased self-doubt and anxiety
    • How constant access to parenting advice can make it harder to trust yourself
    • The ways sleep apps, schedules, and tracking tools can disconnect you from your baby's individual needs
    • The difference between instinct, intuition, and external guidance in parenting
    • Why your baby's behaviour is communication rather than a problem to solve
    • How to recognise when you're relying more on rules than on your relationship with your child
    • The role of safety, connection, and nervous system regulation in infant sleep
    • Why trying to control sleep outcomes can often create more stress for both parent and baby
    • How observation and curiosity can help you better understand your child's unique temperament and needs
    • Practical strategies for rebuilding confidence and trusting your parenting decisions
    • Why making mistakes is a normal and necessary part of becoming a confident parent
    • How strengthening your connection with your child can help you feel more grounded, capable, and secure in your parenting journey

    Would like to access tailored 1:1 sleep support but don’t know where to start? Jump on a FREE sleep clarity session with Jen here https://sleepthrivegrow.com/

    For more information on this topic, head to the show notes: Episode 116 Show Notes

    And I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Come and connect with me on Instagram at @sleep_thrive_grow.

    And click the +Follow button to never miss an episode. New episodes are released every Tuesday!

    To find out more about how I can support you, visit my website here.

    Until next time, Thrivers
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    18 mins
  • From Fight/Flight and in Survival to Feeling Like Yourself Again with Tash Forbes

    From Fight/Flight and in Survival to Feeling Like Yourself Again with Tash Forbes
    Jun 8 2026
    Motherhood can leave many women feeling stuck in survival mode—constantly rushing, reacting, and carrying the invisible mental load of family life. In this heartfelt conversation, breathwork facilitator and mind-body coach Tash Forbes shares how chronic stress, anxiety, and a dysregulated nervous system can keep mums trapped in fight-or-flight without even realising it. Tash explains the powerful connection between breath and the nervous system, why so many women have forgotten what true calm feels like, and how simple breathing practices can help create more presence, patience, and capacity in everyday life. She also opens up about her own journey through postnatal anxiety, burnout, and healing, and how breathwork helped her move from merely surviving to genuinely thriving again.Tash Forbes is obsessed with helping people stress less and live more. As the founder of Breathing Space, she uses breathwork and nervous system coaching to help people create more space within, because life feels a whole lot better when you're not constantly running on empty.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why shallow chest breathing can keep your body stuck in fight-or-flight modeHow belly breathing signals safety to your nervous system and promotes calmThe difference between functional breathwork and transformational breathworkWhy many mums struggle to relax, even when they finally have time to themselvesHow chronic stress and unresolved emotions can be stored in the bodyTash’s personal journey through postnatal anxiety, burnout, and healingThe surprising link between self-worth, anxiety, and nervous system regulationHow breathwork can help you respond rather than react during challenging parenting momentsWhy stillness can feel uncomfortable when your nervous system is wired for busynessSimple ways to weave breath awareness into everyday routinesA practical breathing technique you can start using today to create more calm and clarityHow becoming a more regulated parent can positively impact your children and relationshipsWhy you don’t need to do more to feel better—you may simply need to reconnect with your breathConnect with Tash Forbes:Website: https://breathing-space.com.auA 5-minute reset for when your body is tight and your mind won’t stop. https://breathing-space.kit.com/howtostopanxietyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tashforbes_/ https://www.instagram.com/breathing.space_/Book a breathwork: https://breathing-space.com.au/breathwork/Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or simply craving more calm in your day, this conversation offers practical tools and gentle encouragement to help you reconnect with yourself, one breath at a time.Would like to access tailored 1:1 sleep support but don’t know where to start? Jump on a FREE sleep clarity session with Jen here https://sleepthrivegrow.com/For more information on this topic, head to the show notes: Episode 115 Show NotesAnd I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Come and connect with me on Instagram at @sleep_thrive_grow.And click the +Follow button to never miss an episode. New episodes are released every Tuesday!To find out more about how I can support you, visit my website here. Until next time, Thrivers
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    39 mins
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