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Barely have time to shower?
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We designed this summit with you in mind! That means:
Sessions are short, pre-recorded interviews. Listen at any speed, whenever and wherever you are. (Even the shower!)
We dive right into the content - no fluff or chitchat here!
Each day includes one short video with the big take-home message for that day. (AKA "If you remember nothing else from today's sessions, remember this!")
Opportunities to connect with others and win prizes, even if you don't get to watch a single session!
It's FREE! So even if you only watch one session, or get one moment of connection, inspiration, or validation...it's a "value-add"!
Participate as much or as little as you want, all from the comfort of your own home (or car, or office, or basketball practice...)
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⭐️ You're sick of hearing...
"...just tag your partner in!"
"...just find your tribe!"
"...just make your kid do [_____]!"
⭐️ Screens are your only reliable childcare, but you hate to "give in" and use them.
⭐️ You feel fear, shame, and guilt about being a single parent.
⭐️ When you read or hear parenting advice, you think, "You just don't get it!"
⭐️ It feels impossible to meet your child's needs without sacrificing your own.
⭐️ You're sick of hearing...
"...just tag your partner in!"
"...just find your tribe!"
"...just make your kid do [_____]!"
⭐️ Screens are your only reliable childcare, but you hate to "give in" and use them.
⭐️ You feel fear, shame, and guilt about being a single parent.
⭐️ When you read or hear parenting advice, you think, "You just don't get it! That will NOT work with my kid or situation."
⭐️ It feels impossible to meet your child's needs without sacrificing your own.
I get it.
Single-parenting can feel lonely, exhausting, and overwhelming.
That's why I've invited over 20 leading experts to share their wisdom, insights, and practical tips during this powerful event designed with love...just for you!
Hi, I'm your host, Dr. Gila
Hi, there! I'm Dr. Gila* (she/her)
(*rhymes with "tequila").
I'm a psychologist and neuropsychologist, but none of my fancy degrees fully prepared me to handle some of the challenges of single-parenting an incredibly awesome, and "spicy," kiddo.
I dove head-first into the parenting research and discovered powerful tools for my own family.
Along the way, I discovered a passion for helping other parents too.
Now, as a Jai-certified parent coach and a certified Clini-Coach®, I help single parents handle the hard stuff and build strong, healthy relationships with their kids AND themselves.
The secret?...Single-parenting with connection, NOT perfection!
That's why I'm thrilled to present...
The Single-Parenting Summit
February 10-12, 2025
Join Dr. Gila and 20+ leading experts to discover how to single-parent your child without losing your mind OR crushing their spirit!
Here's how it works:
Register for your FREE ticket today
Fill out the form on this page with your name and email address, and pooof!...your free ticket will be magically sent straight to your inbox!
Join the pop-up FB group to connect
Join the private FB group set up just for The 2025 Single-Parenting Summit! Connect with other like-minded single parents, join Dr. Gila's live events, ask questions for the speakers, and more! (📣 PSSST: There will be PRIZES announced in the group too!)
Kick things off with Dr. Gila on February 9
Let's get this party started! On Sunday, February 9, at 1:30pm EST, Dr. Gila will kick off the festivities with a live session in the FB group. She'll reveal 3 key pillars for empowered single-parenting, give you an overview of the 3 value-packed summit days, and give you tips on getting the most out of the experience.
Watch each day's sessions in whatever order you want!
Each day of the summit, you’ll get an email with links to the sessions for that day. Sessions are pre-recorded interviews of around 30 minutes each, so you can watch in any order and at your own pace. Each day's presentations are available for viewing for 24 hours.
Download all the free goodies you want!
Check for links below each session's video to access free resources from each of the fantastic guest experts!
BONUS Replay day
Missed a session or want to re-watch? We've got you covered! You'll have a bonus 24 hours to watch any (or allllllll) of the sessions.
Want access for longer? How's LIFETIME sound?
Once you register for your FREE ticket, you'll have the opportunity to upgrade to the All-Access Pass for lifetime access to the video recordings, one year's access to the private podcast feed, AND access to premium, downloadable products from the amazing lineup of guest experts! (This upgrade is 100% optional - no pressure, pinky swear!)
Join Dr. Gila and 20+ experts from Feb. 10-12!
Here's What You'll Learn at the Summit
No time for bubble baths and no budget for babysitters? We totally get it. We're diving deeper here, with tools and strategies for creating healthy boundaries, and identifying and prioritizing your needs and values in ways that work for you, whether you're divorced, widowed, single mom by choice, or something in between.
Learn how to go beneath those BIG, challenging, or confusing behaviors to understand what's really going on, so you can navigate the challenging moments without losing your mind or crushing their spirit.
We're talking power struggles, "defiance," aggression, meltdowns, school struggles, and more! Plus, learn how to support different kinds of complex kids, including those who are highly sensitive, anxious, or have ADHD or other forms of neurodivergence.
But wait...there's more! (Yes, really.)
BONUS resources:
✔︎ Free, downloadable resources from the experts
✔︎ Private FB community to connect with other single parents and with Dr. Gila and the other summit speakers!
✔︎ Prize drawings!
✔︎ ...& more!
BONUS live calls (replays available):
✔︎ Kick-off call with Dr. Gila (Feb. 9)
✔︎ Replay day on (Feb. 13)
✔︎ Daily go-lives in the FB group
Check Out This Incredible Schedule!
Day 1: Real Self-Care for Single Parents
Amanda Diekman
Burnout and beyond: Radical shifts to survive and thrive
Jay Skibbens
Self-care when you're co-parenting
Katie Bryan
Self-care when you're parenting solo
Tara Werder
Navigating grief when your kids are grieving too
Jill Kaufman
Communicating with a difficult ex (without it hijacking your life!)
Amanda Quick
Reclaiming your story
Kimberley Healey
Connecting with your sensuality
Renée Suzanne
Empowered dating for single parents
Day 2: Beneath the Behavior
Tosha Schore
Aggression: What it means and how to respond with love
Dr. Taylor Day
"Defiance": The surprising truth about your child’s refusals
Dr. Danika Maddocks
Power struggles: Getting beyond the battles
Emily Hamblin
Managing meltdowns: Understanding and supporting neurodivergent kids
Penny Williams
Cracking the code on anxiety: Signals, triggers, and what lies beneath
Sarah R. Moore
Highly sensitive kids and how they experience the world
Lara Dawn
ADHD uncovered: What you didn’t know about the behaviors you see
Scotti Weintraub
Beyond the grade: Sleuthing for the root of school struggles
Day 3: Single-Parenting with Connection, not Perfection
Jennifer Kolari
Your kid isn't "doomed"! Fostering connection and resilience in non-traditional family structures
Stephanie Pinto
Raising emotionally intelligent kids
Fareedah Shaheed
Harmonizing screen-time
Rob Gorski
The vulnerability and complexity of abandonment
Mia Wisinski
Being playful when you feel anything but
Holly Storm
Using nonviolent communication (NVC) to minimize conflict and maximize connection
Aurisha Smolarski, LMFT
Cultivating secure attachment and resilience in single-parent homes
Amy Stone
Adjusting to a new norm when your ex has a new partner
Why You Should Claim Your Free Ticket Now...
(Honestly? Why not?! It's a no-brainer!)
Specifically designed for single parents
Dr. Gila brings her single-parenting lens to every expert interview, ensuring the content is tailored to what you need, with none of the "emotional landmines" you don't. This is the only online summit* specifically designed to address the unique challenges and needs of single parents of kids with big feelings or behaviors. (*to our knowledge)
Completely free through February 13
Each day's presentations will be available for viewing for 24 hours, with all available again for a bonus 24 hours on Feb. 13. You can also purchase an All-Access Pass if you want lifetime access to the recordings (plus a whole bundle of other premium resources)!
Watch from anywhere and on any device
Nap-trapped? Waiting for basketball practice to end? Driving home from the grocery store? We've got you covered! Login from wherever you are, on any device. No babysitters or expensive hotel rooms needed!
Short, value-packed interviews
We know you don't have time to spare! That's why each 30-minute interview is packed with compassionate insights and actionable information to help you gain the confidence, clarity, and connection you crave. No fluff or chit-chat here!
Handpicked experts, curated with you in mind
Dr. Gila has carefully selected each speaker for their expertise and compassionate approach, so you know you're in good hands.
GOT QUESTIONS? WE'VE GOT ANSWERS!
While anyone can attend for free, the summit is best suited for single parents of kids under 13, especially those who are intense, sensitive, strong-willed, and/or neurodivergent. Single parents include those who are divorced, widowed, never married, and everything in between.
Short answer: In my opinion...Absolutely!
Longer answer:
I hear you! And I designed the program with you in mind. That means:
(a) Sessions are pre-recorded. Listen at any speed, whenever and wherever (even the shower!)
(b) We dive right into the content - no fluff or chitchat here!
(c) Each interview is 30(ish)-minutes (or less!)
(d) You'll have 24 hours to watch each day's videos, a bonus day at the end to watch - or re-watch! - any you'd like, and the option to upgrade for lifetime access to the videos PLUS a private podcast version for on-the-go convenience.
Plus, on each day of the summit, I’ll start you off with a short video sharing one major take-home message for that day’s theme (as in, “If you only remember one thing, remember this…”), and I’ll give you a quick overview of the interviews for that day to help you prioritize which ones to watch.
Even if the only thing you get to watch is my short daily "If you only remember one thing, remember this..." video, that's still a "value-add"!
And it's all for the cost of....NOTHING! (Honestly, what do you have to lose?)
Don't worry - there are no boring lectures, and definitely no homework or tests! The main summit sessions are pre-recorded interviews. Listen in as Dr. Gila chats with each expert for around 30 minutes, focusing on real-world, practical insights from a single-parenting lens.
While there are some live events*, the main program consists of pre-recorded, 30(ish)-minute interviews that you can watch from the comfort of your own home. You'll have 24 hours to watch each day's recordings, and a bonus day at the end to watch - or re-watch! - any you'd like.
Still not enough time? We've got you covered! You'll have a chance to upgrade to the All-Access Pass for lifetime access to the videos, one year of access to a private podcast version of the interviews, PLUS access to a bundle of premium resources provided by the speakers. It's a win-win-win!
*As for LIVE events, Dr. Gila will be going live at 1:30pm EST on February 9 (the day before the summit starts) for a fun and informative kickoff call. She'll also go live each day of the summit in the FB group, with prize draws and opportunities to connect. We'd love to see you there, but you can also catch the replays afterward in the FB group through February 13.
The Single-Parenting Summit is 100% FREE through February 13, 2025! (Yes, really!)
You'll have several opportunities to upgrade to the All-Access Pass for a (fantastically low!) fee, but that is 100% optional!
As soon as you register, you'll get an email from Dr. Gila with your free ticket to the main event!
On the morning of each day of the summit, you’ll get an email from Dr. Gila with links to the sessions for that day. Dr. Gila will also email you about all the other fun bonuses and perks, including the private FB group, prize draws, and more!
You'll have 24 hours to watch each day's recordings, and a bonus day at the end to watch - or re-watch! - any you'd like.
Still not enough time? We've got you covered! You'll have a chance to upgrade to the All-Access Pass for lifetime access to the videos, one year of access to a private podcast version of the interviews, PLUS access to a massive bundle of premium resources provided by the speakers. It's a win-win-win!
Any lingering questions, comments, or concerns? No problem at all! Email Dr. Gila at hello@drgilaparenting.com and she'll personally respond asap.
Share with your single-parent besties! ⤵︎
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