It's time for kind, calm parents
And kids that "listen" the first time
Without raising your voice, idle threats, or bribing your child with a lollipop đ to do what youâve asked.
An online program for the grown-ups of kids ages 2-5
Youâre ready for more cooperation, less overwhelm, and a proven approach that you and your spouse can agree on.Â
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You don't want to yell at your kid, but it sure would be nice if they followed your directions without you needing to nag.Â
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Gentle parenting sounds good in theory, but what does that actually look like when they pitch a fit because you asked them to stop licking the cat. đ đ
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Some many parents tell me they know what the DON'T want to do, but they don't know what TO DO when their child doesn't listen, melts down, or flat out ignores their directions.Â
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If you said YES, maybe 𫣠or sometimes, you are in the right place!
Youâre over time-outs and idle threats
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but it doesnât feel great if the only time your child listens is when you lose your cool (and feel awful about it afterwards) or bribe them with more screen time or a đ to do what you ask.Â
And if youâre like a lot of parents today, you're still figuring out how to get your child's cooperation without yelling, time-outs, or tears.
So what ARE YOU supposed to do â
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When your child refuses to pick up the sippy cup they just threw on the floor
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When it's time to leave the playground but your child won't come
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When you ask your child to go get their pajamas, but they take off in the other direction insteadÂ
Hi, I'm Sara
I am living proof that you can raise a cooperative and "well-behaved" child using a gentle and intentional parenting approach.Â
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I love showing parents how you can make gentle parenting work for you if you have proven strategies and a plan.
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After 30+ years of working with children, I've learned that the most important thing about raising cooperative kids isn't rewards or punishments. It's connection.Â
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Because you can be kind, calm, and respectful, and raise a child who is the same.Â
AND ALSOâŠ
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Being a calm and connected parent doesn't mean letting your child rule the roost.Â
Your child is hard-wired to look to you to show them how the world works. You are their loving and trusted mentor and coach, and offering them leadership and guidance is an important part of your role.Â
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That's why I've created THE KID TALK TECHNIQUE.Â
Because I'm here for parents who want to raise bold and brave kiddos who know their worth, while also realizing that kids need to brush their teeth, not pull the dogâs tail, and hold your hand when you cross the street.
I have 2 very active boys (5 and 8) and I was finding their behaviour quite challenging after school.
After implementing just that one strategy, our evenings have completely changed! Now there is less arguing and they seem so much happier (and calmer!).Â
Lauren McLoughlin
The course is thought-provoking and the exercises encouraged me to reflect and feel prepared when difficult parenting moments arise.
The suggestions shared in the course are adaptable and felt natural for us to implement in our family life.
Stephanie K.Â
THE KID TALK TECHNIQUE is my proven formula for talking to your child so they follow your directions without raising your voice, bribing them to cooperate, or giving up in frustration because they âjust wonât listen.â
There are 3Â simple steps:Â
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1. Montessori Foundations & Inner Work
2. How to Give a DirectionÂ
3. How to Follow Through
STEP 1:
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First youâre going to nail down the underlying energy of support that signals to your child that theyâre not in trouble, youâre here to help.
Youâll learn the ideas and the Montessori inspiration behind the strategies that help your child lean towards cooperation, instead of away from it.
STEP 2:
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Then youâll learn a simple strategies for talking to your child in a way that invites their cooperation âÂ
- Specific words and phrases that make your child more likely to follow your directions and less likely to fling themselves on the floor in protest when theyâre not in the mood.
STEP 3:
The final step, the last piece of the puzzle; the one that wraps đ it all up and brings it all home đĄ â is learning how to follow through with calm, consistent, and gentle support.
It's how you get from POINT A to POINT B without raising your voice, begging, or bribing. —
REMEMBER THIS? âŹ
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After STEP #3 of THE KID TALK TECHNIQUE, you WILL know what to do!
You'll have a peaceful and positive approach that helps you follow through on your decision or direction â even when your child gets upset about it.
You'll learn ways to help your child express their feelings in safe and helpful ways, and you'll practice supporting them in tough moments without losing your cool, giving up, or giving in.Â
"The biggest improvement for our family is that I have more tools in my toolbox when "troubleshooting" a parenting problem.
I don't feel so overwhelmed by "not knowing what to do" or not having a model to refer back to; the program has given me a map to refer to in the parenting wilderness.
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"Saraâs program has been extremely valuable to our family!
It has helped my husband and I become a more unified front on our parenting style and language we use with the kids.
Sleep has improved and there are less daily battles."
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THE KID TALK TECHNIQUE is a 6-week online program designed specifically for busy parents of young children.
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Youâll focus on one topic each week so you can practice and apply what youâre learning without feeling overwhelmed. You certainly can do more than one topic a week, if youâd like, but the structure is intentionally designed to be simple, supportive, and realistic, so that you can create meaningful change, gradually and sustainably.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
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â BITE-SIZED LESSONS
Actionable, step-by-step video lessons that walk you through the specific mindset shifts, key Montessori takeaways, and strategies that make up THE KID TALK TECHNIQUE
The lessons are short, (under 15 min) so you can watch them in small pockets of time â during naps, after bedtime, or waiting in carline at school pickup, and you have immediate access to the videos when you join so you can get started right away!
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â PROGRAM WORKBOOK
Your KID TALK TECHNIQUE workbook lists the action steps for each lesson, as well as any checklists, journal prompts, or practice scenario activities so that everything is in one place and easy to find. The workbook is a google doc that you can bookmark or you can download and print the pdf version if you prefer to write your answers by hand.Â
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â WEEKLY REMINDERÂ EMAILS
Each week you'll receive a "Momentum Email" with a brief introduction to that week's topic. These emails help keep THE KID TALK TECHNIQUE at the top of your inbox, and top of mind, helping you stay motivated and engaged in the program.Â
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â TELEGRAM GROUP
Six weeks of support inside a private Telegram group; a space where you can ask questions, share challenges, and receive thoughtful input from me and other parents just like you who are raising kind and cooperative kiddos with peaceful and positive parenting.Â
Telegram is an online chat app like WhatsApp or Slack that allows you to write messages or leave voice notes.
To help you feel VERY SUPPORTED and confident that you will know how to apply these strategies to your own life â there are a few BONUSES:
âš BONUS #1: GROUP COACHING CALLSÂ
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Join me and other parents who are committed to a peaceful and intentional parenting approach in live group coaching calls on zoom.
You can ask questions, celebrate the changes youâre making, and work through challenges with our support.
We meet roughly every other week in a friendly, low-pressure space where you can share experiences and get practical guidance to apply what youâre learning in the program.
âš BONUS #2:Â QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
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The QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE is a summary of the strategies and key phrases from the THE KID TALK TECHNIQUE, so you can share what youâre learning with your spouse, partner, nanny, or Nana.
Children thrive on consistency, and itâs easier for everyone when caregivers are on the same page.
This QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE helps you share the strategies youâre learning with your husband, wife, or mother-in-law so they can respond to your child in a consistent, supportive way even if they arenât in the program.
It is also an easy way for you to revisit the ideas you're learning if you'd like a refresher or reminder.Â
âš BONUS #3: TWO MORE WEEKS
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Two extra weeks of support (for a total of 8 weeks of support) in the program.
THE KID TALK TECHNIQUE is paced to be very doable in 6 weeks. But â especially as a parent â LIFE HAPPENS.
I want you to have a little buffer so if some of the lessons or modules take a little longer, you donât have to rush.
Lynne was done with yelling, bribing and idle threats. Â
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"My husband and I had been wrestling with daily power struggles with our four young children.Â
We were done with yelling, bribing and idle threats.Â
Sara taught us a specific and simple method that has been a go-to in our parenting tool kit.Â
It works every time, and no yelling or bribing required!"
THE KID TALK TECHNIQUE includes â
- Library of bite-sized, actionable video lessons
- Example and practice âcase studyâ exercises and journal prompts
- Weekly Momentum emailsÂ
- 6Â weeks of support in the Telegram community
- Bonus #1 â Group coaching calls (every other week-ish)
- Bonus #2 â Quick Reference Guide
- Bonus #3 â 2 extra weeks of support
If you're ready for more cooperation â
without raising your voice, begging, or bribing, come on in. đ
When you join THE KID TALK TECHNIQUEÂ you have âlifetimeâ access to the lessons. That means as long as the program exists in the world, you have access to the lessons. You can return to the material whenever you need a refresher, a reminder, or guidance for a new stage with your child.
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The 6 modules are thoughtfully organized to help you move through the material at a steady, manageable rhythm (ideally one per week) so you can apply what youâre learning in real time.Â
You donât have to âfinishâ within 6 weeks.Â
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At the same time, engaging with the content during that window allows you to fully benefit from the weekly emails and group support as you practice, ask questions, and celebrate progress.
"Open Enrollment" means you can
Join anytime and get started right away!Â
You don't have to wait for the next launch or cohort.
Inspired by the mixed-age groupings of a Montessori classroom, anytime enrollment helps the group feel grounded and new people feel supported because there are others who are already settled in and know the lay of the land.Â
What age group is this for?
How long will this take?
Is there a guarantee?
Still on the fence?Â
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Let's hop on a call. I'm happy to answer your questions and help you decide if THE KID TALK TECHNIQUE is a good fit for you.Â
You are welcome to email me at sara@saraqmurray, and we can set up a time.Â
THE KID TALK TECHNIQUE is my love letter to parents of toddlers and preschoolers, and it's chocked full ways to help your child's early years feel more fun and less overwhelming for everyone.
 I'd love to have you join us.Â