Ever feel overwhelmed running your home? In this episode, Laura sits down with Christine Landis, founder of Peacock Parent, to explore the power of delegation. Christine shares how her proxy parenting service helps families thrive by removing shame, simplifying support, and building trusted systems at home.

From redefining what it means to “do it all” to creating a trusted family support team, this conversation is your roadmap to running your home with more balance, ease, and intention.

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Overwhelmed at home?

Text 820‑PEACOCK (820-732-2625) and tell us what’s not working. We'll send back a clear, vetted answer to fix it—fast.

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Keywords

delegation, parenting, household support, family life, time management, Peacock Parent, Proxy, intentional parenting, support systems, work-life balance


Summary

In this conversation, Laura Wilson and Christine Landis discuss the importance of delegation in family life, exploring how it can alleviate stress and enhance parenting. Christine shares her journey in founding Peacock Parent and Proxy, a service designed to help families delegate tasks effectively. They delve into the guilt often associated with asking for help, the various services offered by Proxy, and the real-life impact of having a support system in place. The discussion emphasizes the need for parents to prioritize their well-being and model healthy boundaries for their children.


Takeaways

Delegation can make you a better parent.
It's normal to seek help and support.
Proxy helps families find the right services for delegation.
Overcoming guilt is key to effective delegation.
Planning for joy is essential in family life.
Delegation is about buying back time and energy.
Support systems are crucial during emergencies.
Conversations about delegation should be intentional and data-driven.
Role modeling healthy boundaries is important for children.
Delegation can be a temporary solution tailored to family needs.

Hosts: Laura Wilson & Tatiana Rivers

What if next summer could run smoother, feel more joyful, and actually align with your family’s values? In this episode, Laura and Tatiana show you how to make that happen—starting now, while the memories (and the chaos) of this summer are still fresh.

They walk you through their own week-by-week summer review using our free downloadable Summer Reflection Template, sharing wins, challenges, and surprising lessons learned. You’ll learn how reflecting now will save you stress, protect your budget, and help you plan a summer your whole family will love.

🎁 Download your free Summer Reflection & Planning Template Here

📌 Spoiler: Next year’s summer camp scramble will feel a whole lot easier if you do this now.

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If your child melts down at homework time, forgets their backpack three days a week, or takes forever to get ready in the morning—you’re not alone.
The culprit might be executive function—the brain’s “CEO” that manages planning, organization, and follow-through.

In this episode, Laura talks with Sarah Cormack, founder of Families Flourishing and @familiesflourishing, about how executive function develops from toddlerhood through the teen years, and what parents can do to support it with both structure and compassion.

You’ll learn:

• What executive function really is and why it matters at every age
• How to tell the difference between “won’t” and “can’t” when it comes to follow-through
• Playful, age-appropriate ways to build skills at home
• How to create systems that reduce power struggles and foster independence

🎧 Listen now and get simple, practical strategies to help your kids get started, stay calm, and finish strong—while bringing more ease to your home.

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