Be The Kind of Parent You
Want To Be
No parent starts off knowing what to do...
And without conscious effort, our approach to parenting can unintentionally create conflict rather than connection and cooperation.
When we enter parenthood, we are filled with boundless love, excitement, and a desire to understand our child. Yet, we also face the uncertainty that comes with each child’s uniqueness and every parent’s individual journey. The parenting patterns we carry from our own childhood may not always meet our children’s true needs, leading to tension, power struggles, and frustration. This may strain and distance our bonds with our children.
Without intentional awareness and a willingness to address our own past experiences, we risk repeating the same difficult dynamics we faced in our childhood, even if all we want is to break the cycle. Facing our limiting beliefs and embracing our true potential are crucial steps in achieving the joy and harmony we seek for ourselves and our families. By first fostering a connection with ourselves and then with our loved ones, we can create more positive and fulfilling relationships with our children.
Healing
Heal the wounds you experienced as a child, so your children don’t have to
Connection
Create a relationship with your children based on trust, connection and collaboration
Harmony
Experience peace, harmony and mutual understanding with your children
It’s never too late to
turn things around.
No matter what your relationship with your children looks like right now, there is always hope!
Every parent-child relationship is unique, yet universally shared in the sense that parenting is a continuous journey. This journey unfolds with every step we and our children take, and with each developmental stage we navigate. All parents face similar experiences - moments of the greatest joy and pride, but also questions, self-doubt, and guilt.
None of us start off knowing exactly what to do… We set our intentions and aspire to be the parents we envision, only to see those ideals overshadowed by the demands of everyday life and the overwhelming responsibilities of raising children. Despite our best efforts, parenting challenges and pressures could steer us away from our intended path, leading to frustration, impatience, and even moments of harshness.
But what if I told you that, as parents, grandparents, and teachers, we are continually presented with opportunities to learn, grow and heal alongside the children we care for?
Even when it feels impossible to imagine another way amidst the daily hustle, I promise you, there is always a path forward.
"Connection is why we're here; it's what gives purpose and meaning to our lives."
- Brené Brown
Hi! I’m Meg Regan
Based in Dubai, UAE, I am a certified Parent Coach and a mother to a wonderful 12-year-old. With over 10 years of primary teaching experience, 5 years working with university students, and extensive training in peaceful parenting, conscious communication, child development and neuroscience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a well-rounded perspective to my coaching practice. My professional expertise is enriched by my personal journey as a mother, which I believe equips me uniquely to support and guide other parents in Dubai and beyond with both empathy and insight.
Before my daughter was born, I immersed myself in books and soul-searching, desperately hoping to rise to the challenges of parenthood and to avoid revisiting the uncomfortable patterns from my own childhood. However, tender triggers emerged sooner than expected, and I found myself grappling with the very unhelpful mechanisms I had longed to prevent. The lack of family support, typical of expat lifestyles, left me feeling lonely and confused, even helpless at times.
Today, I can confidently say that transformation is absolutely possible. My vision has come to fruition: through time, courage, and a blend of books, formal learning, and coaching, I have built a relationship with my child based on mutual trust, repair, connection and cooperation. As a Parent Coach, I am passionate about guiding and empowering other mums and dads on their own life-changing journeys to discover and embrace the parents their children need and deserve.
The traditional
‘power-over’ model
of parenting
isn’t working.
As parents, we may often feel judged - by ourselves and others. Our relationships with our children may sometimes lack affection and closeness, leading to a sense of guilt and self-doubt…
The truth is, we always do the best we can with the resources available to us! The real issue is that we often fall back into old patterns because we haven’t been equipped with the tools and strategies needed to become the parents we aspire to be: clear on our values, confident, regulated, and empathetic. I believe that, with conscious effort, healing and growth are not only possible but achievable, one day at a time. By reflecting and evolving, we can better support our children on their journey to becoming well-adjusted, capable and resilient teens and then adults.
This is done so much more easily with support and encouragement. And you don’t have to navigate it alone! Having walked this path myself, I am familiar with the challenges you face, and I am here to offer understanding, non-judgmental openness, and a personalised, effective plan to guide you.
I would be truly honoured to support you on your transformative journey towards nurturing meaningful, deeply connected relationships with your children. Are you ready to take the next step?
How It Works:
When you book a call with me, we’ll sit down together and talk so I can get a sense of what’s going on for you and your family and where I can offer support.
I’ll explain my approach and the options we have for working together. You can ask any questions you have and see what type of support would be the best fit for your life and schedule.
If it feels right to you, we can book our first session and get started. If it’s not a good fit, I will do my best to offer alternative resources or suggestions for support, wherever possible. There’s no pressure of any kind, simply an opportunity to see if we are a good fit to work together.
Let's Talk!
So you can let go of self-blame and instead embark on your journey of self-discovery!
Take the first step towards embracing reflection and self-compassion, and connect with your children in a way that makes them feel seen, loved and safe.
