# How to Connect With Your Child (Try This)

An episode of [BratBusters Parenting Podcast](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1770136136), 30 Apr 2026, 18 min.

Audio: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2404296/episodes/19076147-how-to-connect-with-your-child-try-this.mp3

#164 In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on connection with children. She covers the transition from parenting toddlers to children, children choosing different interests from you, ways to connect with younger and older children, not wanting your children to grow up, and not using connection as leverage. Thank you for joining us! Courses: Toddler BratBusters Bootcamp (16-35 Months) BratBusters Bootcamp (Ages 3-12) Learn More: BratBusters Behaviour Board (Plus Toddler Basics) No-Cost Mini Course Private Coaching Podcast Questions: Have a question you'd like to submit for a chance to be featured in an upcoming podcast episode? Click Here to Submit 🎙️ Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer

## Chapters

- 0:00 Introduction to Connecting With Children
- 1:08 Transitioning From Parenting Toddlers to Children
- 2:23 Your Children Choosing Different Interests From You
- 6:39 Ways to Connect With Children
- 8:22 Ideas For Younger Children
- 9:12 Ideas For Older Children
- 10:38 Not Wanting Your Children to Grow Up
- 13:13 Personal Story: Lisa Loving DDR
- 13:33 Activities That Older Children Often Enjoy
- 14:33 Not Using Connection as Leverage
- 16:45 Final Thoughts on the Importance of Connection With Calm Leadership

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