Episode 140 – Coddling Vs. Comforting

Episode 140 – Coddling Vs. Comforting

Author: Nicholeen Peck and Paije Baumert March 4, 2025 Duration: 43:11

In this episode, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the differences between coddling and comforting children. Do you know toddlers that “rule the roost”? Or teens who feel entitled to an easy-going life? Listen in for more insight on this topic and tips for how to overcome it!


In a world overflowing with parenting advice, the Teaching Self-Government Podcast offers a refreshingly grounded conversation. Hosted by mother-daughter duo Nicholeen Peck and Paije Baumert, this podcast moves beyond theory into the practical, often messy, realities of family life. Nicholeen, an internationally recognized parenting expert, and Paije, a certified parenting mentor, draw from their deep well of personal and professional experience. Their discussions are less about presenting perfect formulas and more about sharing the stories and principles that have shaped their own relationships. Listeners will hear candid reflections on communication, setting boundaries, and fostering responsibility, all framed within the framework of self-government. The tone is warm and accessible, making complex relational concepts feel immediately applicable. This isn't a lecture; it's a dialogue filled with relatable anecdotes and light-hearted moments that underscore their expertise. Each episode of this podcast feels like a thoughtful chat with wise friends who have been in the trenches and emerged with clarity and compassion. Whether navigating toddler tantrums, teenage dynamics, or marital harmony, Nicholeen and Paije provide tangible takeaways rooted in real-life application, making the Teaching Self-Government Podcast a trusted resource for anyone looking to cultivate more peace and understanding at home.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Teaching Self-Government Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Podcast 73 - Can Teenagers Learn Self-Government? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:55
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the big and small things that matter when helping teenagers learn and master self-government. Do you have a teenager that struggles to see why they would want to be obedient a…
Podcast 72 - Can Little Children Learn Self-Government? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:30
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss just how easy it is to teach young children the principles and skills of Self-Government. Do you feel like you’re constantly reminding your little children of the skills you’v…
Podcast 71 - "I Just Don't Want To..." Laziness Cure [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:49
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the manifesting behaviors of laziness in your children…and yourself. Are you frustrated that your children are lazy and not doing what they should be? Are they constantly look…
Podcast 70 - Transforming Hearts Through Love [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:06
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss what it takes to change negative behavior at the root of the problem: where someone’s heart is at. How do you inspire and teach a change of heart in your children and yourself…
Podcast 69 - The Pattern of Decline & How To Revive Your Family [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:26
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the specifics of how a family begins to fall apart and become dysfunctional, step by step. It always starts small and on an individual level. Can you tell your family dynamic…
Podcast 67 - Anxiety: Surviving AND Thriving [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:11
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the intricacies of the touchy subject of anxiety. Everyone experiences anxiety. It’s a fact. However, the way that it’s managed and dealt with heavily determines how well the…
Podcast 66 - Gathering In The Family [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:18
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss what it means to gather the family together. Gathering means to assemble things and people together to prepare them for success. How is that done? How can success come from ga…
Podcast 65 - Deepening Your Sense of Identity [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:57
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije share how knowing more about our family deepens our sense of who we are and why we are. Do you know about the people who came before you? If so, how does their story play into your st…
Podcast 64 - No More Good Cop, Bad Cop Parenting! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:17
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the negative effects of “good cop, bad cop” in parenting. Why is it bad to flip-flop from being a child’s friend to laying down the law? Isn’t that the only way to get things…