Redefining Parenthood: A Real-World Guide for Modern Parents
Tired of chasing the impossible “perfect parent” standard? This empowering 4-class course helps you break free from guilt, comparison, and outdated advice to find your own confident, balanced path through parenthood.
The unrealistic standards of "perfect parenting" weren’t created by individuals but inherited from societal influences like history, culture, and social media. This pressure not only exhausts parents but also harms children, leading to anxiety, low self-esteem, and a fear of failure. Rather than fostering healthy development, perfectionist parenting undermines resilience, connection, and emotional security.
Why take this course?
The truth is, most of us didn’t come up with this impossible standard on our own. We inherited it. The idea of what makes a “good parent” has been shaped over time—by history, culture, economics, and, more recently, social media. It’s worth asking: Where did this pressure come from? And do we actually want to keep carrying it?
Even more importantly, the pursuit of perfection in parenting isn’t just exhausting for parents—it’s also ineffective and, in many cases, harmful to children. Studies have shown that children raised under perfectionist parenting styles experience increased anxiety, reduced self-esteem, and struggle with autonomy. When parents aim for an unrealistic ideal, it creates pressure that can make children feel like their worth is based on performance rather than who they are. Instead of fostering resilience, connection, and confidence, perfectionist parenting often results in the opposite: fear of failure, stress, and a lack of emotional security.
Curriculum
The "Good Mom" Myth
Challenge cultural expectations and define what success looks like for you—with tools to release guilt and comparison.
The Silent Struggles
Get real about the emotional and mental toll of early parenthood, from sleep deprivation to identity shifts—plus how to build a strong support system.
Busting Parenting Myths
Separate fact from fiction with science-backed insights on sleep, feeding, and development—and start trusting your instincts.
Thriving, Not Just Surviving
Discover practical strategies for self-care, time management, and communication—so you can thrive with confidence and joy.
Your instructor
Rachel Evernden Miller, M.A. Ed.
Quiet Light Collective
Educator | Facilitator | Wellness Practitioner
Rachel is an educator, facilitator, and wellness practitioner dedicated to supporting families through pregnancy, birth, early parenthood, and beyond. With 15 years of experience working in schools supporting students, parents, and educators, she brings a deep understanding of learning, community, and personal transformation to her work.
Rooted in a growth mindset and a dedication to building community, Rachel creates spaces for learning, reflection, and support through educational parenthood courses and parent drop-in groups. She believes that in today’s fast-paced world, intentional connection and shared wisdom are more important than ever. Her work fosters clarity, confidence, and belonging, offering families the tools and support they need to navigate parenthood with intention and ease.