Ep. 11: Backtalk and Defiance: What Your Child Really Means (And How to Respond)

If your child's backtalk and defiance feel like a personal attack — this episode reframes what's actually happening beneath the surface.

Most backtalk isn't disrespect. It's a poorly delivered attempt at self-advocacy, boundary-setting, or emotional expression from a child who doesn't yet have the skills to say it better. In this episode you'll learn how to identify the unmet need underneath the backtalk, hold firm limits around respectful communication, and help your strong willed child develop a voice without losing your authority in the process.