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View Melissa Schulz’s media page featuring podcast appearances, interviews, press mentions, and awards celebrating her professional achievements. Contact Us Media Explore a curated collection of podcast appearances, media features, and awards highlighting Melissa Schulz’s work in parenting, neurodiversity, mindset, and family dynamics. Here you’ll find interviews, featured articles, and press coverage where Melissa shares her insights and expertise, along with notable recognitions and “As Seen In” mentions from respected publications and platforms. Awards / As Seen In The Enterprise World Melissa Schulz was featured on the cover of The Enterprise World as The Most Visionary Leader Driving Positive Change in Parenting. More Info Best Parenting Coach Melissa Schulz, was named Best Parenting Coach in the United States by Evergreen Awards for 2025 More Info USA Today Feature Melissa Schulz was featured in USA Today as one of the coaches helping redefine mindset, performance, and success. More Info Marquis Who’s Who Melissa Schulz’s recognition in Marquis Who’s Who highlights her professional achievements and leadership in her field. More Info Good Morning US Feature Melissa was featured on Good Morning US, sharing how she helps parents of neurodiverse children move from chaos to calm and thrive. More Info USA News Feature Melissa Schulz was featured in USA News, discussing how her coaching helps transform family dynamics and spread a sense of calm. More Info Macaroni Kid Article Melissa Schulz was featured on Macaroni Kid Roseville, sharing practical strategies for turning your day around in just 10 minutes. More Info Gold Country Media Melissa Schulz was featured in Gold Country Media, highlighting her work as a Rocklin-based parenting coach supporting families. More Info Legacy Woman Magazine Featured in Legacy Woman Magazine (February 2026) with “Redefining Legacy: From Generational Wealth to Generational Health.” More Info Authority Magazine Melissa Schulz was featured in Authority Magazine's series: How to Raise Children Who Feel Loved and Connected. More Info Macaroni Kid Article Melissa Schulz was featured on Macaroni Kid Roseville, sharing what works when your child won't listen. More Info Listen to All of Melissa’s Guest Podcast Appearances in One Place Podcasts Healthy Post Natal Body Melissa Schulz appeared on The Healthy Post Natal Body Podcast, sharing insights on parenting and wellbeing. HerStory Circle Podcast Featured on the HerStory Circle podcast, sharing insights on challenging behavior and emotional regulation. Overcaffeinated and Out of Effs Melissa Schulz was featured on Overcaffeinated and Out of Effs, sharing her story of motherhood and resilience. The Motherhood Experience Melissa Schulz was on The Motherhood Experience Podcast, where she discussed her experiences and insights on motherhood. Your Purpose, Your Power, A Journey to Authenticity Supporting the neurodiverse community & strategies for families navigating challenges. Stress Free IEP Melissa Schulz was featured on Stress Free IEP Podcast, discussing empowerment through understanding in parenting and special education planning. Living Your Legacy Melissa Schulz spoke about responding calmly to children’s behavior and building a positive, lasting family legacy. Been There Got Out Melissa Schulz shared her approach to parenting support and practical strategies for families. Life WellLived Podcast Melissa was on Life Well Lived Podcast, discussing how to parent sensitive and strong-willed children without losing yourself. Beyond the Struggle: Rise & Thrive Featured on Beyond the Struggle Rise and Thrive, discussing how to raise neurodiverse kids with calm, connection, and confidence. Book 101 Review: Melissa Schulz was featured on Book 101 Review, sharing insights and reflections in a live conversation. Complex Kids, Simple Solutions This conversation is deeply validating for parents who are exhausted from “doing everything right” and still struggling. Healing for the Soul Podcast Practical strategies for parents of strong-willed, highly sensitive, and neurodiverse kids. The KAJ Masterclass LIVE Why do conventional parenting strategies fall flat, leaving parents feeling guilty and overwhelmed? Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Mastering Co-Regulation for the Neurodiverse Child Parenting on the Spectrum What if the problem isn’t the plan? What if the support behind it can change everything? The Language Of Play Have A Strong-Willed, Highly Sensitive, or Neurodiverse Child? This Is For You! Faith & Family Trailblazers How to Stay Calm with Challenging Kids and Restore Peace at Home Front Parking Spot Podcast From Yelling to Connection: Practical Steps for Strong-Willed Kids Married & Connected Podcast Navigating Neurodivergent Kids, Marriage Stress & Bedtime Battles Jess Saying With Jessica Danel Podcast How to Stay Grounded with Strong-Willed Kids PodMatch Reviews Become the parent you want to be. Apply for a Free Consultation Get Free Support in Your Inbox

Create a custom plan for your child's toughest behavior in 5 days—without reading another parenting book or sitting through hours of video. Behavior Breakthrough Week Join Now One behavior. One clear plan. Big breakthroughs. Create a custom plan for your child's toughest behavior in 5 days—without reading another parenting book or sitting through hours of video. Instead of trying to force generic parenting tips to fit your unique kid, you'll use my custom-trained AI parenting assistants (the Mellies) to turn my proven coaching framework into an actionable, step-by-step plan for your home in just minutes a day. One Behavior Bedtime chaos, morning battles, or explosive reactions—we focus on just one thing so you get immediate relief. No Homework You answer a few quick questions on your phone; our custom AI tools draft your personalized roadmap. Summer-Friendly Designed to fit into a real, messy schedule with short video lessons and on-demand tool access. You are NOT a bad parent and your child is NOT a bad kid. Raising a strong-willed, highly sensitive, or neurodiverse child comes with big emotions, big personalities, and, let’s be honest, some really big challenges. Maybe it’s the daily battles over getting dressed… the screaming when things don’t go exactly right… the constant negotiating… the homework meltdowns… the refusal to brush teeth… the hitting or kicking when they’re overwhelmed… the “I’m not doing it!” moments… or the endless power struggles that leave you feeling drained before 9:00 AM. No matter what behavior is causing stress in your home right now, you don't need another generic parenting tip. You need a practical plan. As a Parenting Coach and BCBA who specializes in strong-willed, highly sensitive, and neurodiverse kids, I've spent years helping hundreds of families create lasting behavior change by first uncovering what's actually causing the behavior. I created this process to bring that same personalized guidance into the small pockets of time you already have throughout your day. During Behavior Breakthrough Week, we are going to do exactly that. Join Now By the end of the week, you'll start creating real change We’re going to create ONE Behavior Breakthrough Plan. Just one. And over the next 5 days, I’ll walk you step-by-step through my proven GUIDE framework to change it—whether that’s: → Getting out of the house without a battle → Ending bedtime chaos → Stopping hitting, yelling, or explosive reactions → Reducing constant arguing or defiance → Calming emotional outbursts → Creating smoother mornings or homework time → Or any other behavior that’s been running your home By the end of the week, you'll know exactly why the behavior is happening, what to do about it, and how to start creating real change. Join Now Now imagine your life once that behavior feels easier... Imagine getting out the door without everyone ending up frustrated. Imagine saying no without bracing for an explosion. Imagine bedtime ending with connection instead of conflict. Imagine having a clear plan instead of constantly wondering what to try next. That's what a Behavior Breakthrough feels like. And it starts with focusing on one behavior at a time. Join Now During Behavior Breakthrough Week You'll create a personalized Behavior Breakthrough Plan that includes: ✅ The real reason your child's behavior is happening ✅ The missing skills your child needs to learn ✅ Strategies to prevent the behavior before it starts ✅ A plan for responding effectively when it happens ✅ Simple ways to stay calm, confident, and connected throughout the process Join Now Meet the Mellies You don't need more parenting information. You've already read the books, listened to the podcasts, and saved the social media posts. The gap isn't knowledge—it's having the bandwidth to customize that knowledge for your child when you're already exhausted. That's why I built The Mellies. The Mellies are custom-trained AI parenting assistants programmed with my exact behavior change frameworks. You don't have to guess what to write or how to map out your plan. You simply answer a few easy prompts about your child on your phone, and the Mellies do the heavy lifting—generating a step-by-step Behavior Breakthrough Plan tailored specifically to your family's daily rhythms. Behavior Breakthrough Week Is Different If you're worried this will be just another parenting course that sits unfinished in your inbox, I get it. Parenting books are easy to buy and hard to finish. The gap isn't information—it's customization. That's why Behavior Breakthrough Week is different. Instead of trying to figure everything out on your own, you'll actually build your plan on your phone during the week. My highly trained AI Mellie Parenting Assistants do all the heavy lifting. You have full access to the tools and community through June 30. You can go completely at your own pace. No more guessing. No more wondering what to try next. Just one behavior, one clear plan, and the big breakthroughs that follow. "When it finally makes sense, everything changes. You’re the first person who has ever explained something new to me. It feels amazing to finally feel understood as a parent of a very difficult child." – Amy Inside Behavior Breakthrough Week By the end of Behavior Breakthrough Week, you'll know: ✔ Why your child's behavior is happening and what it's really communicating ✔ How to respond when challenging behaviors happen without yelling, threatening, or second-guessing yourself ✔ Exactly where to start instead of feeling overwhelmed by all the things you could work on ✔ How to stay calm and confident even when your child is struggling ✔ How to help your child learn the skills they need to be successful ✔ How to create a stronger connection with your child while improving behavior ✔ What motivates your child and how to encourage more of the behaviors you'd like to see ✔ Exactly what to do next with the behavior you're working on Join Now "When you know what to do, everything feels easier. This morning my 6-year-old was about to explode when I said no. I heard your voice say ‘Connect,’ and tried it. His grip softened, he started talking about his game, and the meltdown never happened. So, thank you!!" – Jennifer Mellies AI Parenting Assistants Your on-demand co-parents. Answer simple questions on your phone and watch your customized Behavior Breakthrough Plan write itself. No complicated worksheets required. Bite-Sized Training Videos Simple, short optional video lessons you can listen to like a podcast while folding laundry or running errands. The Private Parent Community A private, supportive Facebook group of parents who actually understand what it's like raising strong-willed, highly sensitive, and neurodiverse kids. Breakthrough Shortcut Calls Need help? Want feedback? Looking for a little extra encouragement? Throughout the week, you'll have opportunities to get live support, ask questions, celebrate wins, and take shortcuts around the mistakes and roadblocks that keep most parents stuck. Can't make it live? Every session is recorded so you can catch the replay whenever it works for your schedule. BONUS! From Explosive to Empowered Workshop ($97 value) Get instant access to the recording of my sold-out training on how to stay calm and connect when meltdowns happen. Everything Included (Built to fit your busy summer) Create the plan during Behavior Breakthrough Week. Implement it and build on it inside Confidently Mommin' Together. A Summer of Real Change Investment: $97 Behavior Breakthrough Week Includes: ✅ Mellies AI Parenting Assistants ✅ Short-Cut Live Support Calls & Replays ✅ The Private Parent Community ✅ Optional Bite-Sized Training Videos ✅ BONUS Workshop: "From Explosive to Empowered" ✅ Access to all training, replays, Mellies, and community through June 30 ✅ Your completed Behavior Breakthrough Plan for one challenging behavior Join Today Is Behavior Breakthrough Week Right For Me? Yes If: ✅ You're tired of guessing what to do. ✅ There's one behavior that's causing a lot of stress in your home. ✅ You want a clear plan instead of more parenting tips. ✅ You'd love support but don't have hours to spend every week. ✅ You're ready to stop trying to fix everything at once. If you want to stop guessing what to try next... Get your Behavior Breakthrough Plan for $97 Join Now A Little Note: Many parents find that creating their first plan is just the beginning. If you decide to continue your journey inside my Confidently Mommin' Together group coaching program after this week, I’ll apply your entire $97 investment directly toward your enrollment. No pressure, no obligations—just an open door. Create the plan during Behavior Breakthrough Week. Implement it and build on it inside Confidently Mommin' Together. Join Now Designed for Busy Summer Schedules Designed for Busy Summer Schedules This fits into your week without clearing your calendar. Watch the short videos whenever you have ten minutes, use the Mellies on your phone while your kids are playing, and catch the replays whenever your week allows. Live Call Schedule: 📅 Kickoff Call Monday, June 15 3pm PST / 4pm MST / 5pm CST / 7pm EST Get set up, choose your behavior, and start creating your Behavior Breakthrough Plan. 📅 Breakthrough Support Session Wednesday, June 17 10am PST / 11am MST / 12pm CST / 1pm EST Bring your questions, get unstuck, and receive support as you work through your plan. 📅 Behavior Breakthrough Celebration Monday, June 22 11am PST / 12pm MST / 1pm CST / 2pm EST Celebrate your wins, get coaching, and learn the next steps for turning your plan into lasting change. All participants have full access to the training, call recordings, Mellies, and community through June 30, so you can complete your plan entirely on your schedule. "Having a clear plan changed everything. After the session on triggers, everything changed. Our mornings are calmer, my strong-willed 4-year-old has fewer problem behaviors, and I feel more confident. I highly recommend this program to other parents!" – Jane

Support for When Parenting Feels Harder Than It Should YOUR NEXT STEP STARTS HERE Group Coaching 1:1 Coaching Free Consultation Start with the level of support that feels right for you. Start here to understand what’s really going on beneath your child’s behavior—and how to respond in a way that actually helps. Group Coaching Learn the process and apply it with support. Clear, step-by-step guidance Real-life application and coaching A community of moms who understand A supportive place to start making changes More Details 1:1 Coaching Personalized support for your child and your family. A plan tailored to your specific situation Direct guidance and real-time adjustments Deeper support for complex dynamics and a close partnership through the process More Details Free Consultation Not sure where to start? Feel free to talk with Melly. Talk through what’s going on with our safe + custom GPT (Melly) Get clarity on what your child needs Decide on the best next step together More Details When Everything Feels Hard, and You Can’t Quite Explain Why If you’re here, something feels… hard right now. → Maybe your child melts down over things that don’t seem to make sense. → Maybe they argue, refuse, or completely shut down. → Maybe you feel like you’re walking on eggshells or bracing for the next moment. And underneath all of that, there’s this quiet thought: “I should be able to figure this out… so why does it still feel so overwhelming?” A Different Approach That Gets to the Root Most parenting advice focuses on surface-level behavior. What to say. What consequence to use. How to fix the moment. But when you’re raising a strong-willed, sensitive, or neurodiverse child… those things don’t hold up for long. WHY? Your child’s behavior isn’t random. It’s communication. So instead of trying to control behavior, I help you understand it. I help you start changing what’s underneath it. What your child is truly trying to communicate. We figure out what’s really driving the behavior. Not just what it looks like on the outside, but what’s actually going on underneath it. My Proven Process Introducing GUIDE, a proven process to actually understand what's driving your child's behavior beyond the surface. 01 G=Gather Data We pick one behavior to focus and start tracking it to understand what’s really happening. 02 U= Understand and Release Triggers We identify patterns and triggers. Your child’s triggers… and yours. Because both matter more than you’ve probably been told. 03 I= Investigate the Cause of the Behavior We identify the root cause of the behavior so you can stop guessing and start addressing what’s actually going on underneath. 04 D=Deter the Behavior From Happening Again We prevent the behavior before it starts. We teach the skills your child is missing. Things like emotional regulation, flexibility, and problem-solving. The stuff they were never explicitly taught. 05 E=Encourage Appropriate Behaviors We reinforce what you do want to see. So the right behaviors actually stick. And we come up with a plan that will actually work for how to respond when the problem behavior happens again. Melissa Schulz is the real deal! She was super responsive when I posted about how to handle some sensory issues my middle child is having. In a short 30-minute chat, she was encouraging and provided great strategies I could use right away. She knew exactly what I was talking about when I described the issue, and her deep expertise in child behavior and parenting shone through! I would highly recommend running your parenting questions by Melissa! - Sarah B. Start Here Here’s the truth. You don’t need to have everything figured out before taking the next step. You don’t need to be ready for a huge commitment. And you don’t need to prove anything to be supported here. You simply need to choose where to begin. Group Coaching A structured, supportive place to learn and implement the process. This program opens for enrollment every few months. If enrollment is open, you can join now. If not, you can add your name to the waitlist for the next opening. Enroll Today This is a great fit if you: If you want clear guidance on what to do and how to do it, appreciate having a step-by-step process to follow, and benefit from hearing from other moms going through similar experiences, this is a great place to start. It’s designed for those who want support without the higher investment of 1:1 coaching and are ready to begin making meaningful changes. Enroll Today Inside you'll get: You’ll receive teaching that translates this work into real-life application, along with support as you begin to implement it. You’ll also be part of a community of moms who truly understand, giving you a place where you’re no longer doing this alone. Enroll Today This is a great fit if you: If you’re looking for a fully customized plan for your child, feel stuck and need deeper support to move forward, or want faster progress with direct guidance, this is designed for you. It’s especially helpful if you’re navigating more complex dynamics or behaviors and want someone walking closely with you through the process. Apply Today Inside, you'll get: We break down your exact situation, create a plan tailored to your child, and adjust in real time as things shift. You’ll have support through the hard moments, not just the easy ones, so you can move forward with clarity and confidence. Apply Today 1:1 Coaching Personalized, high-support guidance for your specific child and family. Apply Today You Don’t Have to Figure This Out Alone And you don’t need to prove anything to be supported here. If you’ve been hesitating, it makes sense. → You might be wondering if this will work for your child. → You might feel unsure about starting something new or worry about being judged. → You might not have the capacity for something big right now. I hear this every day. Here’s what’s true: You don’t need to have everything figured out to take the next step. You don’t need to commit to anything before you’re ready. And you don’t need to prove anything to be supported here. A free consultation is simply a place to talk through what’s going on, get clarity, and decide what support would actually help. Talk through what’s going on with our safe + custom GPT (Melly) to see a free consultation is the next right step for you. Connect With Melly

Feeling More Reactive, Disconnected, or Exhausted Than the Parent You Want to Be? Download The Free Guide The 5 Minute Connection Reset A simple, practical tool to help overwhelmed parents reconnect with their child during stressful moments, meltdowns, conflict, and everyday parenting overwhelm You don’t need perfect parenting. You need connection. Send Me The Free Guide → Parenting Was Never Meant to Feel This Hard You love your child deeply. So why does parenting sometimes feel like constant tension, correction, and overwhelm? Maybe lately you’ve noticed: More power struggles More yelling than you want More emotional exhaustion More correcting and less connecting Feeling stuck in survival mode Wondering why nothing seems to work anymore Missing the closeness you used to feel with your child You are not failing. Most parents are trying incredibly hard with very little real support. And when stress takes over, connection is often the first thing to suffer. Download Your Free Guide What if behavior is not the real problem? Many parenting approaches focus almost entirely on correcting behaviors. But behavior problems are connection problems first. When children feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, dysregulated, anxious, disconnected, or unsafe, their behavior gets bigger. And when parents are exhausted and overwhelmed too, everyone gets stuck in survival mode. This is especially true for strong-willed, sensitive, and neurodiverse children. Connection is not permissiveness. It is the foundation that helps children feel safe enough to listen, regulate, cooperate, and trust you. And the good news is: connection can be rebuilt in small moments. Send Me The Free Guide → Inside The 5 Minute Connection Reset: You’ll Learn: → How to calm your nervous system before reacting → Why behavior is communication → A simple way to respond with curiosity instead of control → How to reconnect after conflict or hard moments → A daily habit that strengthens connection in just a few minutes → How to shift out of survival mode parenting This is not another overwhelming parenting system. It is a practical, compassionate reset you can start using immediately in real-life moments Download Your Free Guide About the Author: Meet Melissa Schulz Melissa is a mom of three and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 20 years of experience supporting children with complex behavioral needs. She helps parents understand what’s really driving their child’s behavior so they can respond with more calm, clarity, and confidence. Her approach blends research-based methods with real-life application to create meaningful, lasting change for families. Meet Melissa Small Moments Change Relationships Connection is not built through perfection. It grows through repair, presence, curiosity, and regulation. It grows through small moments of turning back toward each other again and again. Every conversation, every repair, and every moment of connection matters more than getting it right all the time. This free guide is a small first step toward calmer, more connected parenting. Download Your Free Guide First name Email* Submit Confidently Mommin' Facebook Instagram Website Proudly designed by Designer Name © 2035 by Name of Site. Created on Wix Studio.

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Get in touch with Melissa Shulz, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and the parenting coach behind Confidently Mommin’. Contact her today for expert parenting coaching, ask questions, or schedule a consultation to transform your parenting journey. Confidently Mommin' Melissa Schulz (510) 629-1246 hello@melissaschulz.com Contact Me First name* Last name* Email* Phone Message* Submit Become the parent you want to be. Apply for a Free Consultation Get Free Support in Your Inbox

The Real Life Organization System: 30-Day Live Implementation Series Feel organized, present with your kids, and on top of life; even when it’s full. How busy parents get things done Feel organized, present with your kids, and on top of life; even when it’s full Join Now The Real Life Organization System 30-Day Challenge January 28th—February 28th You’re not behind because you’re lazy or disorganized; you’re behind because you don’t have a system that actually works for busy parents. You’ve tried so many times to get organized. You have a pile of planners that were never quite right, sticky notes everywhere, reminders going off all day, a hundred unread emails, and despite your best efforts everything still feels chaotic. No matter how much you do, there’s never enough time. You’re always behind, always carrying the mental load, and always exhausted by the constant demands of parenting, household responsibilities, and work (whether your work is paid, unpaid or both). You’re terrified of dropping a ball or forgetting something important, and feel terrible when that inevitably happens again. You know that scene in Cheaper by the Dozen where the mom is handing each kid exactly what they need as they walk out the door? She’s calm, on top of it, and doesn’t miss a thing, despite all that she’s managing. One month from now, that can be you! (A slightly more realistic version of that of course, probably with less than 12 kids). You will have a clear and uncluttered mind. You will feel clear about your priorities for the day; knowing exactly what needs your attention and what can wait, with a simple system you trust to hold everything so it’s not all living in your head. Your week feels intentional instead of chaotic. You’re no longer constantly forgetting things or putting out fires. You’re more present with your kids, less snappy at the end of the day, and no longer carrying the quiet fear that something important is slipping through the cracks. Life is still full, but now it feels manageable. And for the first time in forever, you feel on top of it instead of buried under it. Join Now Early in my career, I was obsessed with productivity and organization and spent years studying all the organization systems out there. What I quickly realized was that most of what was taught was created by people who weren’t also parenting, managing households, or carrying the mental load that so many moms carry. None of it truly worked for my life, despite my best efforts. So I built my own system! One designed for real life, real responsibilities, and real nervous systems. When I first implemented it, I was shocked at how light and clear my mind felt! I spent the first week positive that I was forgetting something because the clarity was so foreign to me. But I wasn’t forgetting anything, I was just finally organized in a way that worked! I’ve been using this system for over 10 years and coaching my employees, parents, and business owners through it with great success. This course is the first time I’ve put it all together in one clear, supportive training so more parents can experience that same sense of clarity and control. Hi! I'm Melissa! ...and over the past decade I’ve built two companies from the ground up while being present with and raising my 3 kids (2 are neurospicy with high needs). I grew my first company into a large organization with over 75 employees, and while running my businesses, I’ve always carried the realities of parenting, household responsibilities, and the emotional labor that comes with family life. Friends, family and clients often ask me how I “do it all” and seem so on top of things, and the honest answer is that I don’t do it all. I use an amazing organization system that actually fits real life with kids. Join The Real Life Organization System 30 Day Challenge A 30-day guided implementation with short, on-demand video lessons, workbooks, and live coaching calls to help busy parents get organized for real life. I’ll walk you step by step how to clear the clutter, and get and stay organized. It’s more than just a productivity system. It’s a capacity-support system. Join Now If you know me, you know my passion is supporting parents of high needs kids (strong-willed, highly sensitive, and neurodiverse kids) so they can confidently and effectively manage any and all challenging behaviors while building a deep parent-child connection. When our kids have big needs, we as parents are asked to grow our own capacity: emotionally, mentally, and practically, so we can meet those big needs without burning out. When our brain feels chaotic and time always feels scarce, we become more rushed, more stressed, and more impatient, and even the best parenting strategies stop working. One of the most important foundations for being the parent you want to be is creating more usable time and mental space through an organization system that actually fits your life. If you’ve tried all the planners, apps, and tips and still felt like something was missing, this is the piece you’ve been searching for. You’re not behind because you’re doing it wrong. You’re behind because you’re doing too much without the right system. Trying harder won’t fix it. Having the right system will. Join Now I’m giving you the exact process that I use with my clients every day. You will learn 1 See where all your time and energy are actually going. 2 Get ALL the things out of your brain and into an easy to use system. 3 Learn to prioritize what matters most. 4 Create daily and weekly habits that keep the system working. 5 Create a flexible family flow with just the right amount of structure for life with unpredictable kids. Here's What You Get Start With Awareness: Where Your Time and Energy Are Really Going Most parents I talk to have a never-ending to-do list. They work so hard all day, yet somehow never seem to cross anything off. That’s why we start by auditing where your time and energy are actually going right now. We slow down and give you credit for all the things you’re already doing (often without even realizing it), including the massive mental load you’re carrying around in your head. Clarify What Actually Matters to You Next, we pick your priorities. I take you through an exercise that makes it easy to see what truly matters the most to you, and then you set realistic goals in just a few key areas. Burn-out often comes from constantly doing things that aren’t in line with your personal values (think doing what you think you “should” do and not what’s actually more important to you.) Get Everything Out of Your Head Once you have a clear picture about what you’re doing now and what you want to do, we do a big brain dump. Our brains are awesome at a lot of things, but managing our to-do list is not one of them. Wouldn't it be great if your brain could remind you that you need more bread when you’re actually at the grocery store, instead of reminding you at 2 am? Just like a computer, the more open tabs you have in your brain, the slower things are going to run and the more mistakes you’ll make. I take you through a process to get ALL the things out of your brain so you can properly organize them, and let your brain go back to doing what it does best. We even go through all the post-its, planners, and emails (yes, emails too!) so nothing is floating around anymore. Pushing Through the Overwhelm Sometimes clients feel a little overwhelmed at this point; and that’s completely normal. It’s like opening a messy closet that’s always been there, but you’ve avoided looking at it because it felt like too much. The difference here is that my system is designed to support you through that moment. Built into it are tools that help you stay regulated, avoid overwhelm, and keep moving forward, so you don’t stop halfway through and miss the beautiful, organized closet on the other side. Choose and Set Up Your Organization Tool Once everything is out, we organize it. I help you pick the best organization tool that works for your life and we set it up! The tool you choose will become your best friend and your secret weapon in managing all the things. Sort Everything Simply Then we sort. I teach you exactly what to do with every single to-do item using 4 simple categories. No more staring at a giant list wondering where to even start. Maintain the System With Ease At this point, your brain feels SO clear and amazing! The hardest part is done. From there, I teach you simple daily and weekly habits that keep the system running smoothly so nothing falls through the cracks. Build a Weekly Plan That Works in Real Life Next, we start to plan! I teach you how to build your Weekly Map; an outline for your week, not a rigid schedule (because.kids.) Most humans plan their time in ways that are inefficient and frustrating. I show you how to build a week that works with real life, maximizes your time, and actually feels doable. Protect Connection With Your Kids This system intentionally protects and prioritizes connection time with your kids, because that’s usually one of the first things to disappear when life gets busy. As a Parenting Coach, I know that connection time with our kids is one of the best things we can do to encourage more positive behavior. Plan for Real Life With Flex Time Unique to my system is an emphasis on flex time; time intentionally built into your schedule for when things invariably go sideways. A kid melts down, an appointment runs long, someone stays home sick, and instead of spiraling, you stay calm because you planned for reality. Join Now A True Game Changer This system has been a game changer for my own life and for many that I work with and I can’t wait to walk you through it! The simple strategies I will teach you will completely change how you think about your child's behavior, how you interact with them, and transform your connection with them forever. Learning these strategies right now is everything for your family. You can go through the entire process in a single day, or work on it in free moments throughout the 30 days. It works for stay at home parents, working parents, homeschool parents, parents of 1 child or 10, single parents or couples. If you are a busy parent, this will work for you! Join Now And then one day, another mom casually asks you, “How do you manage it all?” Not because you’re doing more than everyone else — but because you seem calm, present, and on top of things. You smile, feel that quiet sense of pride in your chest, and realize it’s not about doing everything. It’s about having a system that finally works for your real life. Imagine having enough clarity and space in your life to finally say yes to the things you’ve been putting off: starting the business you’ve been dreaming about, getting back into a consistent workout routine, joining that Bunco group or book club, or simply having time for yourself without guilt. You’re no longer spending all your energy just keeping your head above water. You have margin. You know what matters, and you know where it fits. What You Get This isn’t about consuming more content, it’s about finally putting a system in place that you can trust and sustain. Immediate access to the full online course , walking you step by step through how to create a sustainable organization system that actually works for your real life Each video is short, simple, and walks you through it step by step. Custom workbooks and cheat sheets designed to make implementation simple, clear, and doable. A private Facebook community for support, accountability, and real-life questions throughout the month. Live coaching and Q&A calls where you can get help applying the system to your life, troubleshoot what’s not working, and stay supported as you build your system in real time. Bonus Workshop: Get exclusive access to a recording of my sold-out workshop “From Explosive to Empowered: How to Respond (Not React) When Behavior Gets Tough”. This year doesn’t need more effort — it needs a better system. Start the new year with clarity, calm, and a plan that actually works for real life. Investment $297 Real Life Organization System: 30 Day Challenge Includes: On-demand access to my Real Life Organization System in an online member portal 5 Live Group Coaching and Q&A Calls with access to call replays Private Facebook Community for additional implementation support and guidance Exclusive workbooks and cheat sheets BONUS Workshop: “From Explosive to Empowered: How to Respond (Not React) When Behavior Gets Tough” Join Now Live Call Dates Mon 1/28 at 9am PT | 10am MT | 11am ET Fri 1/30 at 10am PT | 11am MT | 12am ET Wed 2/4 at 11am PT | 12pm MT | 1pm ET Thurs 2/12 at 9am PT | 10am MT | 12pm ET Thurs 2/26 at 10am PT | 11am MT | 12pm ET If you can’t attend the calls live, no problem! You’ll get all the support you need in the Facebook group, and all calls will be recorded and added to the online portal. Some people come to all the live calls, and some people come to zero and still get the same amazing results. Participants will have access to the online course, call recordings, and Facebook group through Saturday, Feb. 28th "Our home feels calmer — and my child’s behavior is already improving." After the triggering session, everything changed. Our mornings are calmer, my strong-willed 4-year-old has fewer problem behaviors, and I feel more confident. I highly recommend this program to other parents! – Jane Questions? Click the button below to contact me directly with any questions you have! Contact Me

Discover personalized parenting coaching and support with Confidently Mommin’. Empower your journey as a parent with expert guidance, resources, and community connection. Start transforming your family dynamic today! Yell Less, Smile More! Support for Parents Raising Kids Ages 0-18 Apply for a Free Consultation Get Free Support in Your Inbox Yell Less, Smile More! Support for Parents Raising Kids Ages 0-18 Get Free Support in Your Inbox Schedule A Free Consultation Get My FREE E-Guide: "How to Get Kids to Listen with 3 Simple Strategies " As Seen On Get My FREE E-Guide: "How to Get Kids to Listen with 3 Simple Strategies " Get the Guide Welcome to Confidently Mommin'! Helping parents of strong-willed, highly sensitive, or neurodivergent kids calmly, confidently and effectively respond to their child’s challenging behaviors and enjoy their family time. Apply for a Free Consultation Get Free Support in Your Inbox Best Parenting Coach in the United States for 2025 Evergreen Awards recognizes Melissa Schulz as the Best Parenting Coach in the United States for 2025 for her outstanding leadership, innovation, and dedication to excellence in the parenting and family support space through Confidently Mommin’. Read More LESS... Yelling Tantrums Hitting Meltdowns Defiance Stress Walking on eggshells Marital tension MORE... Laughter Smooth mornings Happy family dinners Bedtime cuddles Energy Cherished memories Connection Do you have a wonderful child who is also stubborn, strong-willed, sensitive, deeply feeling, hyperactive, impulsive, angry, or anxious? Does your child have a diagnosis like ADHD or Autism? Are you stressed out and overwhelmed by your child’s behavior? Have you tried everything but nothing works? Understand your kid and know just how to respond Become the parent you want to be Resources Read More Check back soon Once posts are published, you’ll see them here. Become the parent you want to be. Apply for a Free Consultation Get Free Support in Your Inbox

Meet the founder of Confidently Mommin’ and discover her passion for empowering parents. Learn about her journey, qualifications, and commitment to providing expert parenting coaching and support tailored to your unique needs. About Me I am a mom of 3 with a Master’s Degree in Counseling. I’m a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 20 years of experience working with children with severe behavior disorders and providing support and training to their caregivers. I specialize in helping parents learn how to calmly and confidently manage any and all challenging behaviors by providing research based, practical tools and parenting best practices. I have successfully worked with hundreds of children and families across the country. I use a unique blend of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Polyvagal theory, neuroscience, mindfulness and mindset work in my coaching practice. I have expertise in supporting children with high needs, including strong willed children, deeply feeling children, and/or children with a diagnosis or neurodiversity. More About My Professional Background More About My Personal Life Featured On Living Your Legacy with Michelle Slaney-Trovato Podcast Episode 90 Living your Legacy Podcast Listen to it on Spotify Listen to it on Apple Podcast Living Your Legacy with Michelle Slaney-Trovato Podcast Episode 90 Living your Legacy Podcast Listen to it on Spotify Listen to it on Apple Podcast Been There Got Out IG Live Interview Been There Got Out Listen to interview Stress Free IEP Podcast with Frances Shefter Watch on YouTube Listen to interview Listen to interview More About My Professional Background I started my career 22 years ago working in group homes for children who had been abused, in shelters for teenage prostitutes, and in teen drug rehabilitation homes. I then worked at a school for children with emotional disturbances, at first in the classroom and later as the Director of Behavioral Services overseeing their program for students with moderate to severe autism. I later served as the Director of Behavioral Services at a large organization serving children and adults with autism in both school and group home settings. In 2009, I founded my first company, which provided in-home behavioral health (ABA) therapy for children with autism. The company grew to have 75 employees and consistently won awards for being one of the best companies to work for in the nation, and providing the highest quality ABA services in the area. I founded Confidently Mommin’ in 2020 to serve families as a Parenting Coach. Using my extensive education and background, I use proven processes to help parents know how to calmly and confidently manage any and all of their child’s challenging behaviors and enjoy their family time. I have been a guest lecturer at Azusa Pacific University and San Jose State University and have supervised BCBA candidates internationally. I am a popular speaker on parenting and behavioral strategies. More About My Personal Life My husband Brian and I have been married for 17 years. We have 3 hilarious, wonderful, and exhausting children and a sweet pit bull named Goose. I am very involved in my church and serve as a leader in the mom’s ministry. I volunteer as a Girl Scout Troop Leader for my daughter’s troop. I am a runner and love to be outdoors, read, and spend time with friends and family. I am obsessed with personal development and growth. I never miss an Office Ladies Podcast or a Marvel movie, and would live at Disneyland if I could. Become the parent you want to be. Apply for a Free Consultation Get Free Support in Your Inbox

Do you have a wonderful child who is also stubborn, strong-willed, sensitive, deeply feeling, hyperactive, impulsive, angry, or anxious? Download my free guide + access to my most popular webinar: How to Get Kids to Listen. Yell Less, Smile More! Support for Parents Raising Kids Ages 0-18 Schedule A Free Consultation Get Free Support in Your Inbox Get My FREE E-Guide: "How to Get Kids to Listen with 3 Simple Strategies " Get the Guide Want your kids to listen without yelling? Get my free guide + access to my most popular webinar: How to Get Kids to Listen Get the Guide Does this sound like you? You love your kids — but parenting feels like a constant battle. You’re yelling more than you want to. You’re second-guessing your every move. You feel like you’ve tried everything… and nothing’s worked. You’re Googling parenting tips late at night but still feel stuck. If that’s you — this guide is your first step to less stress and more connection! Get the Guide Here’s what you’ll get inside the free guide + webinar: Simple strategies that work for kids 18 months to 18 years Tools to increase cooperation (without yelling or bribing!) The replay of my most popular workshop: How to Get Kids to Listen A gentle, confidence-building approach to parenting Get the Guide Do you have a wonderful child who is also stubborn, strong-willed, sensitive, deeply feeling, hyperactive, impulsive, angry, or anxious? Does your child have a diagnosis like ADHD or Autism? Are you stressed out and overwhelmed by your child’s behavior? Have you tried everything but nothing works? Understand your kid and know just how to respond Become the parent you want to be Become the parent you want to be. Apply for a Free Consultation Get Free Support in Your Inbox

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