I absolutely loved this episode and what valuable insight for any parent of a child with ADHD!

The hosts of the We Turned Out Okay podcast highlight all aspects of parenting, enjoying your kids and more in this can’t miss podcast! The hosts and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

Episodes are way longer than they need to be. Very slow to get to the point. The break & ad in the middle is very long. As a parent listening to a parenting podcast, I was hoping for something that was a little shorter and to the point.

Interesting, but I find the open way too long as a parent, almost 25 minutes into an episode and she hasn’t even gotten into any substance!

I recently found this podcast, and I’ve been listening to as many episodes as I can fit in my day. I wish I had found it sooner! Karen’s advice is solid, and on top of that she’s very pleasant to listen to, and she’s encouraging and uplifting as she does it. There are also many personal applications, not only parenting, to be found in her show that I enjoy. For some reason guest speaker podcasts don’t tend to be my thing, but I find even those episodes to be interesting, fun, and helpful. She really makes you feel like you can do this parenting thing. I would love to be a part of this parenting community more.

Thank you for a very useful and encouraging podcast series! I have been empowered while listening to your advice.

Recommend this to fellow parents and grandparents

I came across this podcast by complete accident I’m so happy I did! Every episode provides information that not only helps me become a better parent, but also has helped me improve as a person. I’ve listened to a couple episodes twice just because the information really opens your mind and makes you think beyond what you have always known. Thank you for this podcast!

Awesome podcast. Taught me a lot about parenting

Hi all, thanks so much for the good advice. I have used many of your tips and tricks. I also like your guests too. Thanks for communicating how much you care because sometimes it's lonely. I live in a foreign country and after 9 years I'm still not great with the language. I find myself constantly questioning my parenting because most people here would do most things differently. It's helpful to know you're out there with positive ideas for turning the (sometimes) negative into the positive. It's also comforting to know that you struggle with balancing all of your priorities and that it's okay to not be perfect. From your magic words to your anecdotes and your resources, I find your podcast to be a moment for me to take stock and celebrate the small victories I may forget about in the race to do it all.

I don’t mind the rabbit holes that she warns you about but there is so much self promotion and cross referencing of other resources. She had just a few minutes of relevant information. I think it’s misleading

The topics are great and the advice is good but an episode could be 38 minutes long and she only covers 6 minutes of the topic.

I appreciate the timely topics and most episodes are helpful but I have to listen to it on 1.5 speed because Karen is sloooow to get her sentence or words out sometimes and it is frustrating. I am happy she chooses her words carefully but she will often go on for 5 minutes about what number show she’s on or something else that has nothing to do with the topic. I am constantly thinking “Get your words out!” And sometimes turn it off all together

I was excited to listen to this, so I checked out the best of episodes. I listened to #213. I spent 10 minutes just listening to her talk about herself. I would have liked to listen to something that can help me parent, not how good of a story teller she is. Also, I have littles and I really didn’t appreciate the constant “shut up” she was saying. I had to turn it off. I don’t want my 4 and 2 year old saying that. :(. I’ll have to find another parenting podcast to listen to.

I’m putting in to practice many of Karen’s parenting suggestions/tips and it’s making me a better father. I’m ENJOYING my kids more! I didn’t know that was possible. Thank you!

I was hoping to learn something, but saying spanking teaches your kids that being bigger puts you in control and then her suggestion is to force the child to do what you want them to do by force. Lmbo

I found this podcast a little over a year ago and it has made such a positive difference in my parenting journey. Karen talks about relevant and helpful topics related to raising young kids. She interviews various experts, but also has episodes in which she helps explain what's going on in kids' minds. She has a great website and lots of ways to contact her and to gain extra help with any parenting related questions. She takes the time to respond thoughtfully to questions. Her podcast and her online parenting community (Ninja Parenting Community) have been such valuable tools for me and I spread the word whenever I can! Check out We Turned Out Okay.

Thank you for creating a podcast to help me become a better mom.

Karen is down-to-earth & practical in her approach to parenting. She offers wisdom from her background in early childhood development, her coaching of families, & her own experience as a mom.

Practical and easy to use advice.

Some days my children's behavior (or more accurately, my reaction to it) leaves me feeling frazzled, frustrated, and guilty. When that happens, I listen to We Turned Out Okay and I can end the day in a good place, armed with a healthier attitude and practical approaches to try out tomorrow.

Karen shows a true passion for her work and shares updated research through interviews, education, and experience in Early Childhood development! As an early childhood educator myself, I agree with Karen's approaches and enjoy listening to her podcasts. They're all relatable to parents, family members, and teachers and I would recommend her to anyone working with children or have young children in their lives. She discusses often how adults can better understand how children's brains work, the importance of valuing each developmental milestone or experience they go through, and how we can help them develop to their full capabilities in those experiences! Thanks, Karen for continuing education in the humble and real-life way that you do!!

I was afraid of this podcast because its title Resembled some of the annoying fallacies that I hear from many people I know. "I [drove without a seatbelt, was spanked, played in a field of hemlock] and I'm okay!" I was afraid of this kind of logical fallacy and so I avoided this podcast and I'm sorry I did!! "We turned out okay," is very much in line with the "simplicity parenting" and "kids in nature" trend that I appreciate and benefit from. The pod caster's voice is great and her advice and insight is excellent. Try it!

So good. I have two spirited kids and this is so helpful.

I hope this review works, I've tried a couple times. This podcast is a great parenting resource. Karen is straightforward, funny and caring. Most of all, her background in early childhood education means she has the experience and knowledge to back up what she says.

An amazing, insightful podcast for the mindful parent (or anyone looking to better understand kids)!

This show is so great for parents. Karen shares relatable tips in a straightforward but also tender way. Very entertaining and educational.

Karen, your podcasts are honest, candid, fun and informative! You take the time (and the pleasure) of knowing your subject and your guests and in turn keep your listeners informed and entertained! Not to mention, your voice is dreamy and calming!!

fun to listen and a great resource for parents.

Loving this cast, especially the life lessons and most recent one (the dance instructor)... Great advice and fun too!

Great Conversations! Thank you for the information, wit and honesty in your interviews. Looking forward to being a long time listener!!

Such unique guests and topics. The wheels of my brain keep turning long after the show ends. Keep them coming!

I am so glad to have found WTOO Podcast! Karen and her ability to shed light on topics we all consider as parents is an invaluable resource! Keep them coming please!

Karen I am absolutely blessed to call you a life-long friend! You have found your calling and I am incredibly proud of what you are doing. Your appreciation for the spoken word and sharing of thoughts is a unique gift! I love to listen to you! I wish you had had kids first! What a role model!!!!

Thanks for helping out parents! I love your passion and insight! Welcome to the Podcaster’s world! -Lauren Fire, Inspiring Mama Podcast

So far my favorites are: the music/intervention therapist and the one about your son snowboarding. I can't wait to hear them all!

Karen is a wonderful interviewer who knows the right questions to ask at the right times - and when to let her guests speak! Her conversations are insightful, entertaining, fun and provide excellent learning opportunities for you the listener. Great job Karen, keep it up!!

Some great insights on this show related to goal setting, abolishing fears, and raising kids. Love it!

I really enjoyed listening to your podcast and look forward to many more. Keep up the good work!!

Karen, you and your guests have some great information to share. It really makes me think about how I parent and how I want to parent. Since I've been listening I've been more conscious about my life with my kids. I love your stories and insight. I love the guests that you have. They are diverse and passionate. Thanks for doing the podcast. I can't wait for more. Please keep them coming!

If I were a parent, this would be my go-to podcast! Really enjoyed her conversation with Michael O'Neal.

I don’t even have kids but love listening to Karen. I think it is going to help me be a better aunt. Karens kind of caring is right up my alley and she is just plain fun to listen too. It’s also quite apparent that she knows her stuff.

In all modesty, bravo Karen for her hard and good work.

I am thoroughly enjoying Karen’s approach to the topic and her engaging story telling interview style. I’ll be tuning in for more from her!

Karen is really on to something here. I look at the lives parents lead today and the task lists they generate for themselves and their children and think, “I don’t remember it this way.” Nostalgic and developmental, all in the same breadth. Keep it up Karen!

My wife and I listened and enjoyed all the great info. We started with episode 3 and plan to listen to all of them.

Even the concept of this podcast is useful these days, and the delivery brings tips and suggestions to life. Great show!

Insightful and fun!! Can't wait to hear more!

Thank you so much for this podcast. Keep making them! 😃

Karen, your enthusiasm is infectious and you teach some great life lessons… I can't wait to hear more!