Our Rooted Mission
At Cultivating Parenthood, our mission has always been to empower caregivers with the tools and strategies they need to navigate the challenges of raising children. Any parent knows that this job is both the most rewarding and most difficult experiences in life and here at Cultivating Parenthood, we’re dedicated to helping parents cultivate more mindful and meaningful connections with their children by teaching you evidence- and attachment-based approaches to parenting so you can better attune with your child(ren) and ultimately have a more peaceful household.
As a leader in this field, we provide comprehensive solutions that positively transform virtually any parenting challenge so you can cultivate more calm, curiosity, and compassion in your home! We are neuroaffirming and prefer to integrate strengths-based strategies and, regardless of neurotype, we of course recognize the need for services to be customized to fit your family’s needs. Our services are designed to address all learning styles, budgets, parenting abilities, and time management concerns.
Ashley McCollum, Cultivator-in-ChiefMeet Our Cultivator-in-Chief 👩🌾
Ashley (she/her) is our compassionate “master gardener” and fearless leader!
She has worked tirelessly for more than 15 years helping children and families in clinical, educational and volunteer settings, and has a deep compassion for and understanding of the complex and multifaceted nature of raising children. Ashley holds a Master's degree in Psychology with specializations in attachment, development, and neuropsychology.
Drawing on the latest research in the fields of attachment, child psychology, neuroscience, and reparenting, Ashley’s team has developed a comprehensive and evidence-based approach to supporting caregivers just like you.
Our Promise
At Cultivating Parenthood, we believe that parenting is a journey of growth and discovery for you and your child(ren) and we know that every parent deserves the support, resources and tools they need in order to help their children thrive. Parents in our garden can expect to learn individualized, concrete, evidence-based strategies for behavior, emotion regulation, neuroaffirming care, positive communication, reparenting, and more…all rooted in compassion and curiosity.
Simply put, our goal is to help parents cultivate a sense of curiosity, compassion, and calm in the face of difficult situations that naturally arise in parenthood.
We understand that each family is unique and no two children are the same and that's why we're committed to providing personalized support and guidance to help parents find the strategies that work best for them and their children.
Our Programs
Membership
Transform your family's life with the "Triggered to Transformation" membership group from Cultivating Parenthood. Get personalized advice from parenting experts, learn evidence-based strategies, and join our vibrant community of parents facing similar challenges. Don't navigate parenting alone - join now!
Workshops
Unleash the magic of parenthood! Watch our live or prerecorded workshops to discover valuable tools and techniques that will strengthen your bond with your child while setting clear boundaries and expectations around sleep and behavior.
1-on-1 Coaching
Work one-on-one with one of our experts to develop personalized strategies for navigating challenging moments with your child. Common weeds we help you pull: meltdowns, whining, aggression, picky eating, power struggles, tantrums, separation anxiety, potty learning, transitions, sibling difficulties, parental preference, and more.
Interview with Suncoast View News
“CEO and Pediatric Consultant, Ashley McCollum, sits down with ABC’s Suncoast View to discuss tips for your whole family to get better sleep this season.”
Note: Cultivating Parenthood’s previous brand name was “The Sleepy Tot”