<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[How To Be A Grownup: A Humorous Guide for Moms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Caitlin Kindred and Jenny GK—here to help you be a grownup.]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:59:44 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.notquitegrownup.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Overexplaining Is Killing Your Confidence. Here's How To Stop.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover how overexplaining kills your confidence and learn practical tips to stop. Boost your overexplaining confidence by embracing silence.]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/build-confidence-stop-overexplaining</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2f36be00dbe48b1c7a5908</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 23:26:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_36475a516f323865636f45~mv2_d_3024_4032_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sane Mom Summer: Why Summer Breaks Moms—And 4 Better Ways to Cope]]></title><description><![CDATA[Summer is here and I’m already losing my mind. Not in a cute, carefree way. In a "I have three snacks open on the counter, I've changed my outfit twice because I got sweaty, and I'm wondering if cereal counts as a vegetable if my kid eats it with almond milk" kind of way. Everyone talks about summer like it's supposed to be this magical, barefoot, sun-drenched season where you finally slow down and appreciate life. And maybe for some people it is. But for most moms I know, summer = chaos with...]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/summer-ways-to-cope</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1c9f86426427642e5ca8da</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 21:29:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_1b7ddff5910244878fdce56d0c10446b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forgive, Don't Forget: Why Letting Go is the Ultimate Self-Care]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover why "forgive don't forget" is the key to self-care. Learn to let go while holding onto the wisdom gained. Tune in for the full story!]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/forgive-dont-forget</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0a34b8df43effc8ce2ec92</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 21:51:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_da775109e5a34974b46955767a1b2237~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA['Sorry Not Sorry': How to Protect Yourself When Someone Won't Take Accountability]]></title><description><![CDATA[You were brave. You were honest. You confronted the person who hurt you. You told them how you feel. You asked for accountability. And they said: "That's not what I meant." Or "You're too sensitive." Or the absolute worst: "I'm sorry you're upset." Now you're stuck in this weird limbo where nothing resolves and you start questioning your own memory. Did I overreact? Am I making this bigger than it is? Should I just let it go? Here's the thing: you can't force someone to take accountability....]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/wont-take-accountability</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a00f9389b0abb41c545e677</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 21:55:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_e0f97eed93c04ff185367be82c1e9588~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Better Than "I'm Sorry": How to Give a Real Apology]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most of us know the feeling of owing someone an apology and not quite knowing how to make it land. You say the words. They nod. And somehow nothing actually shifts—same fight, three weeks later, a little more distance between you this time. That's not an apology problem. That's an accountability and  repair problem. And there's a difference. Listen to the Episode What Accountability Actually Looks Like Real accountability has four parts, and most apologies only cover one or two of them. Name...]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/how-to-give-a-real-apology</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f7eb925caf4ed272b8b891</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 01:06:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_ccf0b3b4e2ed4bc1a27b904b8ab56016~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can This Relationship Be Saved? Here's How to Decide After Being Hurt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Struggling with a hurt relationship? Discover how to navigate a hurt relationship, decide on repair, and protect yourself in our latest podcast episode.]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/hurt-in-relationship</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ee8e7bcf2afc83b04fa803</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:25:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_2b967ce87dc44d29b3c78704090026b2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family Political Boundaries: Easy Scripts to Keep Kids Out of the Crossfire]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you've ever asked someone to pass the potatoes and suddenly found yourself in a debate about the 2020 election, you know exactly why I'm writing this. Politics at home isn't about Twitter (X?) arguments or comment section dumpster fires. It's the very specific stress that happens when your co-parent, in-laws, or siblings hold strong political opinions and somehow expect your entire family to live by them. And when you care deeply about your values—about what you want your kids to hear and...]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/family-political-boundaries</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e8235fe30ec41b7d09ac4c</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:25:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_b018391a0d904ed6a1c5fe6ed5a8ae1f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Advocating for My Kindergartener Led to My Adult ADHD Diagnosis at 38]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week, I'm sharing something different: my appearance on the Uncomfy podcast  with host Julie Rose. We talk about the moment a parent-friend told me my son's kindergarten teacher was using a stern voice with him "all the time"—and what happened when I chose to advocate for him anyway. Spoiler: It led to two ADHD diagnoses. His and mine. Listen to the Full Episode The Moment Everything Changed My hands shook. My stomach dropped. I was doing mental math on how many months are left in the...]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/adult-adhd-diagnosis-uncomfy-podcast</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c99bc28bb7e54baa6a96eb</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 22:10:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_eec5fa6f580a4688afb4f623787ed88e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Digital Citizenship for Real Families: Who Are We After We Click Post?]]></title><description><![CDATA[This episode is about digital citizenship for families: not the vague "be nice online" advice, but real, concrete habits you can model, scripts your kids can actually use, and ways to connect your online behavior to real-world civic action.]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/digital-citizenship-for-families</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c06b3ff68fa4c22fbcb289</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 22:10:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c26b84_d8b6c7c69c6d48698b7a94f7586d17b1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[14 Simple Ways to Teach Democracy to Your Kids]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover 14 simple ways to teach democracy to kids through everyday parenting moments. Learn how to instill democratic values in your kids today.]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/teach-democracy-to-kids</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b0937a00ff578fc8ea30b3</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 22:06:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c26b84_a5f48a73dea24e30927268790c5cb78e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do I Have More Feelings Than Facts? Your Easy Guide to Media Literacy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dive into media literacy with our easy guide. Learn practical tools to fact-check viral posts and spot fake images. Master media literacy today!]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/media-literacy-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69adf03f28a273e6f75da625</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 22:05:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c26b84_130d634aa0be47a79b65f1f8ecafa261~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[This 4-Part Nonviolent Communication Framework Makes Hard Convos Easy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover how nonviolent communication can transform tough conversations with ease. Learn the 4-part framework for nonviolent communication and use it to guide tough conversations today.]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/nonviolent-communication-for-hard-conversations</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a4bf1860298c02e5bd69f7</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:47:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c26b84_bffbabcf0bd4401ab239cb8978e7225b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nonviolent Civic Engagement for Moms: Raising Humans Who Care Loudly and Safely]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, my kid asked me, "Mom, if you're mad at someone's rules, are you allowed to be mean to them?" And I had to stop and think about how to answer that. Because here's the thing: I AM mad at a lot of rules right now. I'm mad at policies that hurt people. I'm mad at decisions that feel cruel and unnecessary. And I want my kid to see me stand up and speak out. But I also don't want to teach them that anger equals permission to dehumanize people. So this week's episode is about nonviolent...]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/nonviolent-civic-engagement-for-moms</link><guid isPermaLink="false">699b69dbd0f466b1c6e1db51</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 20:48:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c26b84_d02fcd056efc443a93339eb08deb0577~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pick Your Lane: 3 Types of Local Activism That Actually Fit Your Life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover how local activism can fit seamlessly into your life. Explore three types of local activism, and make a meaningful impact today!]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/local-activism-for-parents</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6993c65cf8085b3a2a4f0d28</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 02:14:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c26b84_21dbca3a1df7432d8d10ebd9c0567b47~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quick Self-Care Tips for Moms Who Can't Stop Reading the News]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover practical self-care for moms overwhelmed by news. Learn boundaries and tips to maintain mental health with self-care for moms.]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/quick-self-care-tips-for-moms-who-can-t-stop-reading-the-news</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69800895bb104146c0d17449</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 02:10:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_ae81fcc0369f4f518265fdbb3e4467d7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Talk to Kids About Protests: Quick Scripts for Every Parent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how to talk to kids about protests with scripts that simplify this complex topic. Discover ways to talk to kids about protests honestly and effectively.]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/talking-to-kids-about-protests</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6977fb45d87a58890163682e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 01:41:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c26b84_88454189fd4940a5bc4fbc2fefe1834c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Handle Heated Family Political Disagreements That Happen in Front of Your Kids]]></title><description><![CDATA[Navigate family political disagreements that happen in front of your kids with confidence. Learn how to model respect and courage when things get heated.]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/how-to-handle-heated-family-political-disagreements-in-front-of-your-kids</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696d5744322ac077fef9292c</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 23:16:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c26b84_60615b7b26124f9e8146cc0579507469~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Talk to Your Kids About Scary News: Simple, Effective Scripts for All Ages]]></title><description><![CDATA[I'm coming to you today with a heavy heart and a racing mind. And since you're reading this, there's a good chance you understand what I'm saying. 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And I bet...]]></description><link>https://www.notquitegrownup.com/post/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-scary-news</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6963e409768b848d2713508f</guid><category><![CDATA[Show Notes]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:54:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c26b84_f9981e6950c7423d918710335a930a39~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Caitlin Kindred</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 of the Best ADHD Content Creators and Resources You Should Be Following]]></title><description><![CDATA[A curated guide to ADHD creators who actually help, from parenting and relationships to practical home care Another day, another too-relatable ADHD post from your neurodivergent bestie in your DMs. Trying to find good ADHD content on social media? Keep reading for the experts and creators we actually trust. 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