The Heartful Parent Podcast

The Heartful Parent podcast digs into how to bring more love, joy, and connection to your parenting, partnering, and professional life. Hosted by Christy Keating, a criminal prosecutor turned certified parent coach, positive discipline educator, Fair Play facilitator, and child sexual abuse prevention expert, episodes will bring thought provoking informative and perspective shifting conversations to you each and every week.

Ep 109 | Supporting Teens in Today’s World with Will Kirsop
May 6, 2025 – 52:13
Ep 108 | How to ‘Answer Your Calling’ with Jeanne Wolz
Apr 29, 2025 – 46:55
Ep 107 | Rewriting the Mother Code with Dr. Gertrude Lyons
Apr 15, 2025 – 43:00
Ep 106 | Feelings are Like Farts (We All Have Them) with Christopher Willard, PsyD
Apr 1, 2025 – 37:39
Ep 105 | How Independent Play Builds Resilient and Happy Kids with Rusty Keeler
Mar 18, 2025 – 49:45
Ep 104 | From Control to Connection: Transforming Your Parenting Approach with Jen Lumanlan
Mar 4, 2025 – 51:04
Ep 103 | Ask Christy -- Listener Questions Answered
Feb 18, 2025 – 36:46
Ep 102 | AI-Powered Learning Strategies with Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer
Feb 4, 2025 – 01:10:46
Ep 101 | We Were Never Meant to Parent Alone, So DON’T! with Academy Members Nicole, Kate, & Ali
Jan 21, 2025 – 01:02:27
Ep 100 | The BEST of the Heartful Parent Podcast: Top 10 Moments from 100 Episodes Part 2
Jan 7, 2025 – 32:58
Ep 99 | The BEST of the Heartful Parent Podcast: Top 10 Moments from 100 Episodes Part 1
Dec 31, 2024 – 32:40
Ep 98 | Finding New Holiday Traditions
Dec 24, 2024 – 30:56
Ep 97 | Micro-Steps Toward Meaningful Connection with Mary Willcox Smith
Dec 17, 2024 – 43:52
BONUS | How Do I Convince My Partner that Traditional Forms of Punishment Don't Work?
Dec 13, 2024 – 16:13
Ep 96 | When Your Child Asks, “Is Santa Real?”
Dec 10, 2024 – 25:53
Ep 95 | Redefining Forgiveness with Brenda Reiss
Dec 3, 2024 – 53:55
BONUS | How Do We Choose (& Implement) Parenting Strategies with Both Parents On Board?
Nov 29, 2024 – 12:26
Ep 94 | Gratitude, Giving, &...Bomb Cyclones!?
Nov 26, 2024 – 41:12
BONUS | Should I Be a Tiger Mom?
Nov 22, 2024 – 15:11
Ep 93 | Breaking Free from Parenting Burnout with Marissa McKool
Nov 19, 2024 – 49:50
BONUS | How Do I Handle My Teen's Big Feelings About Boundaries
Nov 15, 2024 – 16:45
Ep 92 | Can Elf on the Shelf Help My Kids Behave?
Nov 12, 2024 – 36:01
BONUS | 2024 Election: How Do I Talk to My Kids About This?
Nov 9, 2024 – 24:51
Ep 91 | The Benefits of Raising a Multilingual Child with Dr.Sugely Solano
Nov 5, 2024 – 40:27
BONUS | How Do I Start Difficult Conversations When My Teen Just Shuts Down?
Oct 30, 2024 – 11:53
Ep 90 | Raising Resilient Kids with Laura Gaines
Oct 29, 2024 – 52:10
BONUS | How Do We Help Our Children Stay Authentic to Themselves?
Oct 25, 2024 – 14:31
Ep 89 | Is Trick-or-Treating Safe?
Oct 22, 2024 – 22:10
BONUS | My Child is Shy. How Can I Help Her Feel More Confident?
Oct 18, 2024 – 14:17
Ep 88 | Dos and Don’ts of Communicating with Teens
Oct 15, 2024 – 38:13
BONUS | Helping Your Children Thrive & Succeed
Oct 11, 2024 – 13:59
Ep 87 | Becoming an Opt-Out Family with Erin Loechner
Oct 8, 2024 – 58:29
BONUS | Will I Ever Stop Being So Tired?
Oct 4, 2024 – 15:15
Ep 86 | No Apology Needed: Navigating Motherhood & Career with Megan Whiteside
Oct 1, 2024 – 01:01:45
Ep 85 | Unlocking Time Management with Megan Sumrell
Sep 24, 2024 – 53:47
Ep 84 | Empowering Parents to Keep Kids Safe with Rosalia Rivera
Sep 17, 2024 – 49:17
Ep 83 | Raising Engaged Citizens with Lindsey Cormack
Sep 10, 2024 – 53:09
Ep 82 | Keeping Your College-Bound Kid Safe with Carrie Pasquarello
Sep 3, 2024 – 47:17
Ep 81 | Unlock Your Teens Potential with Dr. Melanie McNally
Aug 27, 2024 – 44:27
Ep 80 | Parenting Boys Peacefully with Tosha Schore
Aug 20, 2024 – 47:03
Ep 79 | Heartful Habits: Navigating Sibling Rivalry
Aug 13, 2024 – 25:14
Ep 78 | Teaching Body Safety Language to Children and Teens with Feather Berkower
Aug 6, 2024 – 44:44
Ep 77 | Tackling Gun Violence – The Leading Cause of Childhood Deaths in America with Renée Hopkins
Jul 30, 2024 – 51:13
Ep 76 | Embracing Childhood Independence with Lenore Skenazy
Jul 23, 2024 – 59:48
Ep 75 | Helping Our Children Build Competence, Capability, and Confidence
Jul 16, 2024 – 47:25
Ep 74 | Let's Talk About Porn with Amy Lang & Casey O'Roarty
Jul 9, 2024 – 48:06
Ep 73 | Postive Parenting with Reem Raouda
Jul 2, 2024 – 38:05
Ep 72 | Embracing LGBTQIA+ Acceptance through Faith, Love, and Radical Inclusivity with Susan Cottrell
Jun 25, 2024 – 49:32
Ep 71 | Conscious Parenting with Yolanda Williams
Jun 18, 2024 – 48:44
Ep 70 | Work and Motherhood with Kristi Rible
Jun 11, 2024 – 47:46

Recent Reviews

Jeanne ZW

Such a thought provoking and inspiring podcast

What I love most about Christy's podcast is how comprehensive it is; it's truly loyal to its tagline about how interconnected parenting, personal, and professional life are (amen!!). I especially appreciated her episode with Jen Lumanlan (episode 104), examining discipline thought a broader systems lens. In this and all the other episodes—so much to think about well after listening!
Natasha & Cole

Heartfelt Parenting is Awesome!!

Christy is amazing, insightful and helps us humans be the best we can be as humans, women and Moms! Thank you!
ruthe18

Getting unstuck

As a parent it is so easy to get stuck in our anger and frustrations. Christy offers great insight to help parents navigate the journey.
Stacyloua

Great resource!!

Christy’s guests and insights are always so interesting and helpful. It’s nice to be reminded we are not alone in this parenting journey and to hear real stories and examples of things that make it easier or more enjoyable.
QueenofSpirit

Great podcast for parents and families!

Christy's podcast is wonderful, real and fun and covers some unique topics - love her expertise and interesting conversations!
AnnaDKornick

A Must-Listen!

The Heartful Parent is a must-listen! Every episode is jam packed with support and practical advice to bring more love and joy to your parenting and partnering. Christy Keating brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Be sure to subscribe to this one!
Cp3kids

Diverse content

Excellent content that I can use right away for my three very different kiddos. Christy’s focus on safety I feel is particularly relevant.
Erica_Frost

Invaluable Resource for All!

If you’re a parent looking for guidance and support, I highly recommend The Heartful Parent podcast. Host Christy Keating brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, and her insights are both eye-opening and relevant. What’s more, Christy is refreshingly honest, likeable, and genuinely cares about the well-being of both children and parents. As a listener, I’ve found The Heartful Parent to be an invaluable resource, packed with practical advice and strategies that I can put into practice right away. Whether you’re dealing with behavioral challenges, trying to improve communication skills, or simply looking for some inspiration and encouragement, this podcast has something for everyone. In short, if you’re a parent who wants to raise happy, healthy, and emotionally resilient kids, The Heartful Parent is a must-listen. I can’t recommend it highly enough!
Birds Bees Kids

Christy is the best!

Smart, kind, helpful AND she has a great sense of humor! What more could you ask for in a parenting expert? Christy is great at what she does and is 100% worth the listen. ❤️
JamiePalermo

Excited for this new and different Podcast!

Looking forward to Christy’s expertise and humor to be translated into this forum of support!