The question isn’t so much “Are you parenting the right way?” as it is “Are you the adult you want your child to grow up to be?”
~Brené Brown
Family – Where Life Begins and Love Grows
There are many aspects of being a parent that can come quite easily to some, and not so easily for others. And that’s ok, think how unique all the members of your own family are! As long as you appreciate the importance of your family and the impact you can have on them, you’re in the right place!
- Let’s be mindful about bringing true connection to the center of your parenting
- Let’s give kindness a permanent seat at your family table
- Let’s practice gratitude for our loved ones
Let’s start with you feeling empowered and optimistic about your future parenting story. We’ll set goals for you and your family, and along the way you’ll get the coaching, tools, and support in a safe space for learning and growth.
Having love, cooperation and respect throughout a family energizes them and others in so many joyful inspiring ways!
Hi, I’m Merri!
Professionally, my story has various chapters, working with youth and families for the last 25 years, including youth ministry and parent education.
My own growth and parenting journey stemmed from parenting classes, reading, and finding hope every step of the way. As my children grew and my parenting goals expanded, I found my calling as a parenting coach. I am a Certified Parenting Coach.
My mission is to help you bring love, fun, and connection into your home. To invite peace and joyfulness to your family table. To teach you to forgive yourself when you are human and move forward. And to feel empowered and optimistic about your future story.
“I am incredibly thankful to have taken Merri’s Parent Coaching course. I am a mom to 3 daughters (ages 12, 14, and 16). I started really struggling with how to deal with certain issues that were arising with my girls about a year ago. That’s when I was introduced to Merri. I went through her parenting course and am so thankful for her tips and wisdom. I am a much more patient mom now. I used to get incredibly frustrated with my girls and would even get to the point of yelling at them. I hated that feeling.
“I now have more of an understanding of how to approach the issues without the anger. I feel way more in control of my own emotions, which has helped with my girls and their emotions. I look forward to my meetings with Merri because I know that I’ll take away some nuggets.
“I feel like the strategies that I am learning are useful in other areas of my life, as well. I am so thankful for the time to reflect and learn with Merri!“
Mom of 3 – L.G.