Disappointment is part of life — but that doesn’t make it any easier to watch a child struggle when they’re left out, overlooked, or let down.
In this episode, parenting coach Camilla McGill shares 5 powerful steps to help children process disappointment and build emotional resilience — without rushing them to feel better or stepping in to fix it.
Camilla explains how parents can:
✅ Respond with calm empathy when their child says, “It’s not fair — I never get picked”
✅ Stay connected when their child cries after not receiving a sticker, prize, or reward they were hoping for
✅ Help a child reflect on the effort they put in — even when the outcome didn’t go their way
✅ Avoid offering a treat or saying “never mind” when a child is visibly upset about missing out
✅ Support children when they feel left out of a birthday party, game, or class award
Whether it’s a child feeling crushed after not being chosen for Star of the Week or excluded by a friend, this episode offers warm, practical support to help parents guide their child through the moment — and out the other side, stronger.
Also covered in this episode:
– How to respond when a child says something emotional like “Nobody likes me,” even if it’s not entirely accurate
– Why jumping in with treats, solutions, or silver linings can backfire
– How to gently ask questions that help children process the moment rather than lash out or withdraw
🎧 Question of the Week:
What do we do and say when our child isn’t invited to the party — and then says, “Nobody likes me”?
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Book a free discovery call to talk about your unique parenting situation and find out how she can help:

When you're ready here are 3 ways that Camilla could help you further:
Tired of feeling like you go round in circles with your child and never seem to get anywhere?
Wish your child came with a manual, as you're just not sure what's the best approach?
1.Book a FREE Discovery Call to talk to Camilla about how she can help you personally to transform your family life. https://calendly.com/myparentingsolutions/discovery-call

2. For blogs, free downloadable guides and other information go to https://www.myparentingsolutions.com

3. Go to Camilla's instagram for further tips and inspiration https://www.instagram.com/myparentingsolutions/

Your child is begging, whining, or having a meltdown, and all you did was calmly say “no.” Suddenly, you’re second-guessing yourself, snapping, or giving in just to keep the peace. Sound familiar?

In this episode, parenting coach Camilla McGill explains why holding boundaries is so hard, and how to do it in a calm, clear and kind way, even when your child shouts “You’re a bad mum!” in the middle of the supermarket.

You’ll learn how to hold firm without losing your cool, while building resilience and trust in your child.

✅ Hold the boundary with warmth (without over-explaining)
✅ Don’t explain on repeat - here’s what to say instead
✅ Stay steady in the storm - even when emotions run high

Plus, hear one mum’s Coco Pops supermarket dilemma, a story about mint ice cream and regret, and a powerful coaching example that helped a child sleep better, all through consistent, kind boundaries.

🎁 Free guide: www.myparentingsolutions.com/justlisten

📞 Book a discovery call: www.myparentingsolutions.com/chat

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction: The struggle of holding boundaries
00:24 Why boundaries are important
01:57 Real-life parenting dilemma: The supermarket scenario
02:48 ✅ Tool 1: Hold the boundary with warmth
06:10 ✅ Tool 2: Don’t explain on repeat
09:08 ✅ Tool 3: Stay steady in the storm

Connect with Camilla for a FREE discovery call www.myparentingsolutions.com/chat

Get Camilla’s free guide How to Get Kids to Listen www.myparentingsolutions.com/justlisten

When you're ready here are 3 ways that Camilla could help you further:
Tired of feeling like you go round in circles with your child and never seem to get anywhere?
Wish your child came with a manual, as you're just not sure what's the best approach?
1.Book a FREE Discovery Call to talk to Camilla about how she can help you personally to transform your family life. https://calendly.com/myparentingsolutions/discovery-call

2. For blogs, free downloadable guides and other information go to https://www.myparentingsolutions.com

3. Go to Camilla's instagram for further tips and inspiration https://www.instagram.com/myparentingsolutions/

You’re doing everything you can to raise kind, respectful kids—but sometimes they push you to the limit. Maybe they scream at you, throw food, hit a sibling, or completely lose it over something small… and in that moment, you find yourself shouting, “Time out!”
We’ve all been there. Time-outs seem like a quick fix—but in this episode, you’ll learn why they rarely work the way we hope, and what actually helps children calm down, feel safe, and make better choices next time.
Inside this episode, you’ll learn:
Why time-outs often backfire and disconnect us from our kids

A powerful story from Camilla’s own parenting that changed how she sees difficult behaviour

What dysregulation really looks like—and why kids need connection, not isolation

3 powerful alternatives to time-outs you can start using today

💬 Question of the Week:
“My child shouts ‘I don’t care!’ when I say I’ll take something away—what do I say instead?”
👩‍🏫 Hosted by Camilla McGill
Parenting coach and mum of four, Camilla helps parents build calmer homes and stronger relationships with their children—using love, empathy, and healthy boundaries.
💬 Ready for more personalised support?
Book a free 60-minute discovery call with Camilla and find out how her coaching can help you feel calmer and more confident in your parenting.
👉 https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/CHAT
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📩 Send Camilla a message or ask a question for a future episode: camilla@myparentingsolutions.com

When you're ready here are 3 ways that Camilla could help you further:
Tired of feeling like you go round in circles with your child and never seem to get anywhere?
Wish your child came with a manual, as you're just not sure what's the best approach?
1.Book a FREE Discovery Call to talk to Camilla about how she can help you personally to transform your family life. https://calendly.com/myparentingsolutions/discovery-call

2. For blogs, free downloadable guides and other information go to https://www.myparentingsolutions.com

3. Go to Camilla's instagram for further tips and inspiration https://www.instagram.com/myparentingsolutions/