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Coaching with Clio

I’m a certified integrative health coach and mom to two beautiful boys.

My mission is to help parents prioritize themselves and feel less overwhelm and more joy in their parenting.

09/12/2025

Three little words that have been a game-changer during meltdowns: “I hear you.”

In my latest Substack, I share why this simple phrase works, how it connects to attachment and low-demand parenting, and why our own calm matters most. Read the substack here: https://open.substack.com/pub/coachingwithclio/p/three-words-that-have-been-saving?r=22lae5&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

08/29/2025

Parenting a neurodivergent child takes so much energy—and when we’re stretched thin, it’s hard to show up as the calm, steady presence our kids need. In my latest Substack, I share why showing up well-resourced matters and some small ways to make it more possible.

Here are a few ideas I explore:

Emotions → journaling, therapy, naming your feelings out loud, or leaning on trusted support

Sensory → noticing what overwhelms you and adding supports like quiet breaks, earplugs, movement, or time in nature

Micro-breaks → savoring a hot shower, 1–2 minutes of breathing, or sharing mindfulness practices with your kids

Read the full post for more on why your regulation is the foundation for co-regulation with your child: https://open.substack.com/pub/coachingwithclio/p/why-showing-up-well-resourced-and?r=22lae5&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

08/19/2025

What does your kid like to do for downtime? Check out the substack here: https://open.substack.com/pub/coachingwithclio/p/when-stress-is-high?r=22lae5&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

08/06/2025

At - they provided a fidget bag (see photo) and were at a show called “hot and cold” which little@guy is enjoying (I mean fire clouds? pretty cool!) so happy to see my child so welcomed and happy here.

08/02/2025

Sometimes, it's hard to avoid our kids getting pushed beyond their capacity. When this is happening, parenting can feel extra challenging. We've been in this situation for a lot of the summer, and we've been experimenting with a lot of different strategies- being proactive, reframing behaviors as communication, adjusting demands, and leaning into comforting rituals to help our child stay regulated during tough times. Read more about these strategies and what's been working for us this summer in my latest Substack post: https://open.substack.com/pub/coachingwithclio/p/when-your-kid-is-getting-pushed-past?r=22lae5&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

What helps your family when things get tough?

07/22/2025

What does it really mean to be a neurodiversity-affirming parent?
For me, it’s meant shifting everything:
✨ Accepting my child exactly as he is—not what society says he “should” be doing at each age.
✨ Staying curious, constantly learning from him, and meeting him exactly where he is.
✨ Celebrating and leaning into his unique strengths and interests to build connection, trust, and safety.
✨ Prioritizing mental health and felt safety—both in everyday moments and in big-picture parenting decisions.
✨ Rethinking what “success” means, embracing the unexpected, and building a community that truly accepts and supports us.
Parenting a neurodivergent child has taught me the power of acceptance, curiosity, and unconditional love. It’s a journey—one that continues every day.
Full substack post here: https://open.substack.com/pub/coachingwithclio/p/what-being-a-neurodiversity-affirming?r=22lae5&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

What does neurodiversity-affirming parenting look like for you?

07/02/2025

My kids LOVE dirt. They love mud, sticks, gardening, tools, shovels, water—basically anything that leaves them dirty. I've found that knowing what lights your kid up and leaning into it is so powerful. Whenever I organize or facilitate playdates, the outdoors is always our go-to because it helps my kids feel happy and regulated. I'm grateful both of my boys thrive outside, and that we live somewhere where we can spend so much time outdoors year-round.

Where’s your kids’ happy place?

06/24/2025

Have you noticed any of these signs? You’re not alone, and increasing interoceptive awareness can help! Check out my most recent substack on the topic: https://open.substack.com/pub/coachingwithclio/p/why-interoception-might-be-the-crucial?r=22lae5&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

06/22/2025

We just returned from our first family vacation in a long time. It was so SO nice, and reinforced everything I’m learning about parenting. It was all about connection, being in the outdoors, and being in spaces where we didn’t need to set boundaries all the time because they were so content just being kids- riding bikes, getting dirty, exploring. Feeling very grateful.

05/28/2025

Meltdowns are moments of emotional overflow—not bad behavior, not manipulation, not a parenting failure.

When your child’s nervous system is overwhelmed, your job isn’t to fix the feelings—it’s to be there with them. That’s what co-regulation is: lending your calm so your child can find theirs.

This post gives you five simple things to try—no perfect script, no magic fix—just grounded, connected presence.

💛 You are your child’s safe place. Save this post for the next hard moment, and let it remind you: You’re doing enough.
(photo credit to my son who was taking pics of all the things he loved on our hike yesterday)

05/26/2025

Yesterday, what started as a tough boundary-setting moment turned into a powerful reminder of how staying calm and present can transform difficult interactions. By grounding myself and being quiet, I created space for my child to find calm and offer his own creative solution.

Our kids surprise us, don't they? I'd love to hear about your recent parenting aha moments or unexpected surprises!

05/23/2025

Recently, I've been navigating some complicated challenges with one of my kids, and it's brought up for me yet again how much my own emotions affect the situation. Often, as parents, it's really easy to focus on how to fix or control a given situation, but it's not always possible, easy, or even beneficial to do that. It can be so powerful to pause, reflect, and connect, especially during challenging moments. Swipe through for some ideas for doing your own work relating to a challenge, then how to work with your child on it. 🌿✨

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