KISm Parenting Solutions

Kiante Wheatley | Certified Parent Coach & Child Life Coach

I am a parent coach who supports and guides exhausted and overwhelmed working parents becoming successful in both their careers and parenting, while fostering connection and harmony in their homes. I am dedicated to providing practical solutions and strategies that empower parents to regain control over their time and create a calm and stress free environment, even in the face of challenges. Through personalized time management systems and nurturing support, I help parents achieve a sense of balance, enabling them to arrive at work on time and cultivate a deep sense of inner strength and well-being. Together, we will navigate the journey towards a family that works together, where connection and efficiency coexist, allowing both parents and children to thrive.

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What's really stressing you out this summer? 🌡️

Summer’s supposed to be relaxing, right? But between wrangling kids, staying productive at work, and squeezing in a little “me time” (ha, what’s that?), the heat isn’t the only thing rising. I want to know: What’s your #1 summer stressor right now? 👙 Is it keeping the kids entertained all day? 👩💻 Feeling behind at work because everyone's out or checked out 📅 Juggling childcare and work without losing it 💸 Budgeting for vacations, camps, and everything in between? 🧠 Mental overload from trying...

4 days ago • 1 min read

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😩 Why ‘Summer Mode’ Doesn’t Fix Burnout

The school year ends and suddenly… we’re supposed to feel relaxed? As if trading backpacks for beach bags magically makes the mental load disappear. Here’s the truth:Most working parents enter “summer mode” still deeply burned out.And summer? It just shifts the type of stress. Now you’re juggling childcare logistics, modified work hours, family trips, and somehow… you’re also supposed to “make memories” and soak it all in? Let’s be honest—downtime alone isn’t the reset we think it is.Because...

11 days ago • 1 min read

Let’s talk: the lie that’s keeping you exhausted

How was your Mother’s Day?Did you get even ten minutes of peace? A nap? A decent cup of coffee? Mine was actually pretty sweet.My sister and I made a seafood boil for our mom—with her favorite Dungeness crab legs, piled high. We even tried to make our own boil seasoning… emphasis on tried. 😬 It tasted awful, thank goodness we sampled it before pouring it over everything. Crisis averted. The boil came out perfect in the end.The vegan carrot cake? Not so much. I mean—it tasted great, but it...

2 months ago • 1 min read

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Mother’s Day Is Not a Break (And It Shouldn’t Be)

Mother’s Day isn’t the break you’re told it is.It’s the day you’re celebrated… but often still carrying the weight of it all. Sure, maybe you get breakfast in bed (made with love but a side of chaos).Maybe you get a card (while mentally planning lunches for the week).Maybe you get “a day off” (that you spend managing the fallout afterward). You deserve more.You deserve to feel seen, not just be handed flowers and a hug. Here’s the real talk:Mother’s Day is heavy because it reminds us how...

2 months ago • 1 min read

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I Spent 4 Days in the Emergency Room — Here's What’s Next

Ever have one of those seasons where everything hits you all at once?Yeah... that was me these past few weeks. 😅 First, work picked up big time. Then, surprise! I got summoned — and selected — for grand jury duty for the next four months (yes, months, not days).And just when I thought I was finding my rhythm, life threw another curveball... I ended up in the hospital for four days. Talk about "when it rains, it pours," right? Needless to say, I had to hit pause and prioritize like never...

2 months ago • 1 min read

🥱 The Real Reason You’re Still Exhausted (Even When You “Rest”)

Why You’re Still Drained, Even After “Resting” You finally get a break. The kids are at Grandma’s. Your calendar is quiet. You even get to sit down. But somehow… you’re still exhausted. Sound familiar? Here’s the truth no one talks about: Rest isn’t just about sleep or downtime—it’s about emotional recovery. And for working parents? Emotional depletion runs deep. Every day, you’re managing not just tasks, but feelings: The guilt of missing bedtime for a work meeting The pressure to keep it...

3 months ago • 1 min read

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💪 Hustle culture is lying to you. Here’s the truth.

Why Hustle Culture is a Trap for Parents More hours, more work, more stress—why are we still buying into this? You’ve heard it before: “You just have to want it more. Work harder. Sleep less.” But here’s the thing—hustle culture wasn’t built for working parents. And it’s burning you out… you’re not the Energizer Bunny. You need an off switch from time to time. Somehow, you’ve been sold the idea that productivity equals worth. That success demands sacrifice. That if you’re tired, stretched too...

4 months ago • 1 min read

One Spot Opening—Are you ready?

You’ve read the books. You’ve sat through the webinars. You’ve taken the workshops. And sure, the advice sounds great—until you’re in the middle of a meltdown, your kid is ignoring you (again), and nothing is working. I get it. Parenting is exhausting when every little thing feels like a battle—power struggles, setting rules that actually stick, and figuring out discipline without feeling like the bad guy. But here’s the thing: change is possible. That’s exactly why I created the Path to...

4 months ago • 1 min read

Behind-the-Scenes: My Hardest Week as a Working Parent

I’m Not Perfect—And That’s Okay. I remember this one week that nearly broke me. My husband was on a work trip, leaving me solo with our two girls—and the schedule was brutal. Swim and track practice on the same nights. Girl Scouts on other nights. Homework, dinner, and a full-time job in between. And then the chaos really kicked in. My 10-year-old’s hormones were in overdrive, my 9-year-old’s ADHD was nonstop, and they were constantly fighting. As if that wasn’t enough, I got a call from the...

4 months ago • 1 min read

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The Great Time Lie: Why "You Have the Same 24 Hours" is a Myth

The Great Time Lie: Why "You Have the Same 24 Hours as Everyone Else" is a Myth We’ve all heard it before: “You have the same 24 hours as Beyoncé.” Sounds motivating, right? But let’s be real—Beyoncé has a team of people managing her schedule, handling daily responsibilities, and freeing her up to focus on what matters most. You? You might be juggling work deadlines, school drop-offs, meal planning, and about a hundred other things. The truth is, we don’t all have the same 24 hours. Our...

4 months ago • 1 min read