Your kid isn't looking for "perfect."
They're looking for you.
AI can give you strategies, but it can't love like you do.
And your child? They need your human touch.
I'm Kris. I help smart, loving parents stop chasing "perfect" and start chasing connected — because that's what actually transforms families.
Blending expertise, empathy, and 30+ years of experience (plus a dollop of humor), I help families see behavior as communication and learn to speak their child's language.
Parenting isn't about perfection. It's about attunement, repair, and connection — even when the applesauce has hit the fan.
*I am affirming of all loving families, gay, straight, queer, single, poly, etc. Families come in all shapes and sizes, and I am an unapologetic supporter and ally.
About Kris
Kristene (Kris) helps good parents become great parents. As an author, parent coach, and ADHD certified educator with over 30 years of supporting families—and a mom of twins—she helps parents navigate those big feelings and messy moments with confidence, compassion, and connection...even when the applesauce has hit the fan.
Blending expertise, humor, and empathy Kris meets parents where they are, helping them build rock-solid relationships with their children that will last a lifetime. With a master’s degree in Early Childhood Special Education and extensive training in ADHD and neurodiversity, she has collaborated with leaders in neuroscience and parenting research to refine her approach. Her signature S.C.U.B.A. Approach gives parents a step-by-step framework to see behavior as communication, respond intentionally, and create practical, sustainable plans.
Experienced with both neurotypical and neurodiverse children, Kris works with families from all walks of life. Her insights have been featured in The Wall Street Journal and Huffington Post, and she regularly speaks at conferences, workshops, and online events, helping parents transform research into real-world connection.
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The S.C.U.B.A. Approach: Dive Deep Into Your Child's
From toddlers hitting to teens slamming doors, parents struggle to handle the rollercoaster ride as our little ones inevitably grow up. But each behavior is just the tip of the iceberg. The S.C.U.B.A. Approach helps you look beneath the surface, to See the Child Under the Behavior, and Adapt.
Cuddle Meditation: How to Build Self-Soothing Skills with Snuggles (Family Mindfulness)
If you are a parent or work with young children, you know how quickly they can go from calm calamity! As frustrating as this can be for the adults in their life, there are reasons why our little ones have such a hard time with their big feelings.
The Magic of Chores: How to Build Brains, Self-Worth, and Connection in Your Child
One of the biggest headaches for a lot of parents is getting their kids to help out. But chores don't have to be...well, a chore! In fact, they can be a way to increase family harmony, give your child a sense of inner pride, and even help with schoolwork. In this book, you'll learn:
What "executive functions" are and how they impact chores
Why chores help develop a deep sense of self-worth and dignity
How chores can build relationships and strengthen family bonds
How to choose chores that developmentally match your child
How to structure chores to support your child as they gain new skills
You'll also learn how to reframe chores for yourself, and see just how much it benefits you and your family each and every day.
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