Be A Better Parent | For Every Child It Takes A Village... The Same Goes For Every Parent!

Screens are everywhere, and most parents are stuck in the same loop:
How much is too much?
Am I ruining their brain?
Is this just what modern childhood looks like now?

In this Raising Eyebrows episode, Family & Relationship Empowerment Coach Celia Kibler and double-board-certified physician Dr. Kailey Buller unpack the real story on screen time so you can stop guessing, drop the guilt, and make confident choices for your family.

You will hear clear, practical guidance on what the research actually says about screens from babyhood through the teen years, including why the early years are so sensitive, why slower, calmer shows make it easier for kids to transition away, and how too much screen time affects sleep, mood, tantrums, and language development.

Celia and Dr. Kailey talk about background TV, shared screen time, FaceTime with grandparents, and those “just this once” moments on a flight or in a waiting room, so you know what really matters and where you can relax.

Then they turn to what to do instead of handing over a device. From loose-parts play with toilet paper rolls, boxes, noodles, and bowls, to obstacle courses, nature walks, grocery store adventures, rainbow dinners, and silly “make up stories” in the car or before bed, you will walk away with simple, screen-free ideas that build your child’s brain, feed their imagination, and actually make the day feel easier and more fun for you too.

To go deeper with Celia’s calm parenting support, join the Be A Better Parent Skool Community at skool.com/beabetterparent, where you can connect with other parents and get access to more coaching, classes, and replays. Explore more of Celia’s resources at BeABetterParent.com and follow her on Instagram at @beabetterparentdotcom.

For medical, postpartum, and newborn guidance you can trust, follow Dr. Kailey Buller on Instagram at @vitalswithdrbuller for compassionate, science-backed advice that helps you feel steadier in those early years.

And if you are ready for calm, on-demand support in your pocket, download the Be A Better Parent app on the App Store and Google Play. You will get 24/7 parenting guidance, expert videos, and community support so you never have to figure this out alone

If the word "discipline" makes you tense up or think of punishment, it’s time for a major perspective shift.

In this third episode of the Raising Eyebrows series, Dr. Kailey Buller and I are pulling back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood parts of parenting: how we actually teach our children to do better.

We move past the myths of "time-outs" and "punitive measures" to explore the biological reality of what is happening in your child's brain when they are struggling. If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in a loop of yelling just to be heard, join us as we explore how to move from being the "loud parent" to a calm, empowered leader who focuses on teaching rather than just reacting.

We dive deep into the messy difference between punishment and true discipline — which actually comes from the word disciple, meaning to teach. Dr. Kailey brings her medical expertise to the table to explain why a "logical consequence" isn't just a fancy phrase, but a necessary tool for building self-reliant adults.

We discuss the "witching hour" for both parents and kids, and why your own physical and mental state is often the secret ingredient to a more peaceful home.

If you’re tired of the conflicting advice that oscillates between "too soft" and "too harsh," this conversation will give you the clarity to find the middle ground that actually works for your unique family.

It’s time to raise those eyebrows at the old-school methods that don't serve your connection and discover a path toward respect, cooperation, and long-term results.

If you’ve ever found yourself sitting on the nursery floor in the dark, scrolling through "sleep expert" advice and wondering why your child didn't get the memo, this episode is for you.

In the second installment of our Raising Eyebrows series, Dr. Kailey Buller and I are pulling back the curtain on the "Sleep Industrial Complex" to reveal why so much of what you’re reading online is causing more stress than sleep.

We aren't here to give you another rigid schedule to fail at; we’re here to help you understand the biological reality of your child's rest and why "sleeping through the night" isn't always the milestone the internet claims it to be.

We get into the messy, honest truth about sleep training — the myths that shame you for snuggling and the misinformation that scares you away from setting boundaries.
From navigating the "witching hour" to the big transition out of the crib, we explore how to build a system that actually fits your family's unique needs rather than a stranger's highlight reel.

If you’re tired of feeling like sleep is a competitive sport you're losing, join us for a conversation that prioritizes your sanity and your gut instinct over the polarizing noise of social media.

It's time to raise those eyebrows at the "perfect" sleep schedules and find a path that finally lets your whole house breathe a sigh of relief.

Ditch the 2 a.m. Doom-Scrolling: Visit VitalsWithDrBuller.com to explore Dr. Kailey’s "Sleep & Sanity" resources designed for real-world parenting.

Join Our Village: Want to share what's really happening at bedtime? Connect with me and other parents in our free Skool community at skool.com/beabetterparent.

Get Instant Answers: For practical scripts and in-the-moment help with those bedtime meltdowns, download the Be A Better Parent App today.

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Have you ever felt like you’re drowning in a sea of conflicting parenting advice? One minute you're told you must do things one way, and the next, a "parenting expert" on TikTok tells you the exact opposite. It’s enough to make any parent feel like they’re failing before they’ve even begun. That is exactly why I am so thrilled to introduce our brand-new mini-series, Raising Eyebrows.

My "partner in crime" for this journey is the wonderful Dr. Kailey Buller, a double board-certified physician in family and emergency medicine who has delivered hundreds of babies and lived through the newborn chaos herself. We are here to help you question authority, trust your gut, and finally dispel the myths, the meltdowns, and the misinformation that is roaming this world out of control.

In this first episode, we’re diving straight into one of the most polarizing topics in the parenting world: breastfeeding. We’ve all heard the "breast is best" mantras, but what happens when it just doesn't work for you? Dr. Kailey and I get real about our own "defective boobies" and why your maternal mental health and stress levels are actually far more important to your baby’s well-being than the nutritional content of a single bottle.

We talk about how the real keys to breastfeeding success aren't actually about your body at all — they're about your support system, your resources, and your time.

It’s time to stop the shame and recognize that formula is one of the most regulated foods on the planet; whether you breastfeed for a week or a year, your baby is going to be wonderful.

We also pull a comb through the confusing world of starting solids, debunking the myth that you need to be a gourmet chef or spend three hours on meal prep. We share the truth about baby-led weaning, why "banana guacamole" might just be your baby's new favorite dish, and why gagging is a totally normal part of the learning process — not a sign that your baby is dying!

Raising a child should be fun, and it starts when you stop comparing your "behind-the-scenes" to someone else's curated highlight reel.

Remember, you are the answer to your child’s needs, and as long as they are breathing, growing, and loved, you are doing a great job. Raise those eyebrows, question the noise, and join us as we bring some peace and laughter back into your parenting journey.
Join me in our free "Be A Better Parent" Skool community at skool.com/beabetterparent. It’s a place to find the truth, share the laughter, and realize that as long as your child is loved, you are doing a great job!Connect with Dr. Kailey: Visit VitalsWithDrBuller.com to find her socials and explore her evidence-based resources for surviving the "tiny human" years.
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We’ve all seen the headlines about the mountain of college debt, and it’s enough to make any parent freeze in their tracks. It’s so easy to feel overwhelmed and just push the conversation into a corner, but avoidance is a giant monster that only grows the longer you wait.

My guest, Brian S. Eyster, the visionary behind the G.R.A.D. Process, joined me to pull back the curtain on how you can navigate the path to higher learning without sacrificing your own future or your hard-earned retirement. We talked about how a problem is really just a topic you haven't sliced into small enough pieces yet, and how facing the reality of college costs now, rather than waiting until senior year — is the greatest gift you can give your future self.

Brian walked us through his simple, powerful system designed to recapture costs and inefficiencies that most families don't even know they're losing. We dove into the "G.R.A.D." acronym - Gathering insights, Recapturing costs, Achieving results, and Direct monitoring to show that paying for school is not a "set it and forget it" Thanksgiving turkey. It’s about packaging and positioning your child for the best offers while making the IRS a teammate through legal and ethical tax strategies.

We even dispelled the myth that you have to write a massive check upfront; just like your house or your car, college can be financed in a way that is congruent with your actual cash flow so you don't end up with a "pile of lost money" in your 60s.

The most important takeaway for every parent is that you need to have a system in place to remove the chaos and the 11 p.m. arguments with your spouse. We talked about the power of setting clear expectations for our kids, teaching them that water isn't free and money is a real, finite resource.

By creating unity between parents and having an expert like Brian fight for you against universities that might low-ball your offer, you can move from a place of anxiety to one of empowerment. It’s time to stop flying by the seat of your pants and start building a path where your children become the confident, self-reliant adults we need in this world.

Start Your Strategy: Visit EssentialStrategies.net to explore the Resource tab and book your 20-minute "Synergy Call" with Brian.

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