You love your child deeply—so why does parenting still feel so hard?

No one prepared you for the meltdowns, the guilt, or the days that leave you wondering if you’ve given enough. At Shine, we believe connection is the foundation for everything. We help you nurture the relationship that shapes it all—through simple tools, steady support, and practical ways to connect. You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to be present.

When Big Feelings Take Over—You Don’t Have to Feel Powerless

A Free 3-Step Guide to Turn Meltdowns Into Moments of Connection

You love your child more than anything. But the meltdowns, the power struggles, the emotional rollercoaster—it’s a lot. You want to stay calm. You want to help them feel safe. But in the moment, it’s hard to know what to say or do.

This free guide will show you how to respond with connection, not control—so those overwhelming moments become opportunities to build trust, not tension.

What You’ll Get:

✔ A science-backed, 3-step framework rooted in child development
✔ Gentle language tools to stay calm—even when you feel anything but
✔ No “perfect parenting” required—just simple shifts that bring you closer

(Start turning chaos into connection—one meltdown at a time.)

Sometimes, the Strongest Thing You Can Do Is Ask for Help

Personalized Support for Your Hardest Parenting Moments

Love Changes Everything

Parenting isn’t meant to be figured out alone—especially when it feels like nothing is working and the advice online just leaves you feeling confused, anxious, and guilty.

Private coaching offers calm, personalized support for the moments that leave you second-guessing everything. No pressure. No judgment. Just clear next steps and the encouragement you’ve been craving.

Let’s take what’s been hard—and turn it into connection.

What You’ll Receive:

✔ Custom, expert-backed solutions for your biggest parenting challenges
✔ Gentle, grounded support to help you feel more confident—starting now
✔ Practical tools to feel calmer, more connected, and present with your child

Speech language pathologist and parenting expert Charlene Christianson helps parents handle big emotions with confidence. Learn science-backed strategies for calmer, happier kids.

You’re Not Failing.

You just need a new approach—and that’s where I come in.

Hi, I’m Charlene—a parenting coach, early childhood expert, and mama of three boys. But more than that, I’m someone who understands just how overwhelming these early years can feel. For over two decades, I’ve worked with thousands of families navigating meltdowns, big emotions, and tricky behaviors. And what I’ve learned is simple:

"Parenting is messy and complicated. You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be present." When we shift from pressure to presence, everything changes. Parenting gets lighter. Communication gets easier. And connection starts to grow—right where you are.

Licensed Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist & Early Intervention Coach with 22+ years of experience
✔ Specialized in child development, emotional regulation, and parent-child communication
✔ Trusted by thousands of parents to help create calmer, more connected homes

I’d love to share a gift that’s helped so many families move from power struggles to peace. I hope it brings the same calm to your home—and the same confidence to your heart.

Download your free copy below.

  • "Charlene empowered us as parents to support our kids—an absolute game changer. My children love her like family. I can’t recommend Shine enough!"

    — Kelsea

  • Charlene helped our quiet son come out of his shell and express himself. She didn’t just teach him—she taught us how to support him every day.

    — Molly

  • "Charlene took my toddler from no words to developmentally on track. She became part of our family, and my kids adored her! As a pediatric nurse practitioner, I can say—she’s the best speech therapist I’ve ever met."

    — Jeanna

  • "Charlene guided us through our son’s autism and speech journey with kindness and encouragement. She didn’t just help him communicate—she helped us connect with him. We’re forever grateful."

    — Sarah

Parenting Is a Journey Let's Navigate It Together.