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Your child’s growth can be powered by your positivity. Listen in and learn how to embrace heliotropic parenting today with Dr. Harry Cohen.
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What We Talked About:
My guest today shares important business mindset and strategies to be an effective and compassionate parent.What is and how can the heliotropic approach be applied to parenting
The power of listening and presence
The importance of avoiding relationships or environments that drain you
How to Grand-parent with love and boundaries
What is a “fill in the potholes” mindset?
Things to Remember“Parenting is figuring out when to step in, when to step back, when to step aside and what is the right thing to do for our children at their age and stage for this circumstance.”
“The real art of parenting is forgiving yourself and the imperfect children you're trying to raise.”
“Your presence is worth a lot.”“The more you get good at practicing having those difficult conversations lovingly, the better off you will be.”
“Help when you don't need to. Nobody will know but you.”“Parenting is the greatest opportunity in our lives for at least one human being to become an even better human being by the sheer force of our love.”
- Dr. Harry Cohen
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Struggling with newborn sleep routines? Listen in and discover the secrets with my guest, Katie Sullivan.
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Sleep seems to be a hot topic when it comes to living with little ones. My guest today shares her secrets to having good sleep habits for the entire family.
What We Talked About:The difference between a crib and a floor bed
What are the benefits of a floor bed
How to start sleep education from birth
The importance of creating a sleep routine
Preparing your home environment for both parent and child
Learning to observe to adjust to the child's needs
Things to Remember“Parenting is learning to trust yourself and your children.”
“The environment has a huge effect on both sleep and parenting.”
“A prepared adult is being aware of developmental research and practices.”“As your baby grows, observe and adjust your household to meet their needs and how they can be a helping part of the family.”
- Katie Sullivan
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Ever wonder if being 'nice' can go too far in parenting? Listen in and join me and my guest, Randi Rubenstein for eye-opening insights!
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Is being a nice parent the answer to good parenting? My guest today shares what being nice means for today’s parents.
What We Talked About:Randi's Mastermind Parenting is a unique trademarked method.
What is the NICE framework?
How to communicate with pack leadership and empathy
How to enforce consequences the right way
Understanding and nurturing strong-willed children
Things to Remember“Parenting is when you start to feel freer to be who you naturally are.”
“We learn how to communicate with strong leadership.”
“What truly connects people is when we get to be ourselves and you get to be you and we get to mess it all up and then come back together.”
- Randi Rubenstein
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Is your phone stealing attention away from your most important relationships? Listen in and discover the real impact with Joey Odom.
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I don't know about you, but sometimes my phone or other people’s phones get in the way of my relationships. Joey discovered this early on and created a product to help us have a better relationship with those who matter most, including our phones.
What We Talked About:The power of intentional presence
Navigating technology’s impact on our family life
Challenges of modern parenting with digital technology
How Aro’s gamified tools work to make phone-free time a habit
Practical Family Device policies
Things to Remember“Parenting is a willingness to wade into the gray waters of nuance.”
“You can get so many things wrong and make up for all of them with your full undivided presence. You can get so many things right and blow it all for a lack of your undivided presence.”
“My relationship with my phone was getting in the way of my most important relationships.”
“We didn’t need statistics to tell us all the damage our phones are doing.”
“We grow levels of false dependence on our phones that we begin to believe that we need them more than we do.”
“There's a lot of shame that can be associated when it comes to our phones or feeling like we're falling short.”
“Doing something exclusively on your own is really hard, but when you're doing it with others and it becomes the norm within that group, it becomes so much easier.”
“Human relationships come in front of phone relationships.”
“Our kids are going to mimic what we model.”
- Joey Odom
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Do you know how to prepare for a safer childbirth experience? Listen in and hear from Gina Mundy on what you need to know.
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I never realized we needed attorneys for childbirth, yet today I speak with Gina Mundy, an attorney who specializes in childbirth cases and has defended countless families due to birth traumas.
What We Talked About:When do you need and the role of a childbirth attorney
The critical role of birth doulas for safer childbirth
Proactive steps for a safer childbirth experience
Understanding all of the childbirth interventions suggested
Choosing to have a Home or hospital birth
Things to Remember"Birth doulas help families bring babies safely into this world."
"Babies are made to handle natural contractions."
"Breaking mom's bag of water and interventions doctors recommend are huge decisions."
"When a mom, and you're in labor, you have to understand you are in a different state of mind."
"Every labor is different."
- Gina Mundy
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Did you know, your child’s gut microbiome impacts their behavior and immunity? Listen in and get expert answers from Dr. Elisa Song.
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Your child’s microbiome is essential to having healthy kids, happy kids. Learn from integrative pediatrician Elisa Song as she shares evidence-based choices we can make for our children’s future.
What We Talked About:Understanding the impact your child’s Microbiome has on long term health
The potential long-term effects of antibiotics in early childhood
Five simple steps to having microbiome magic
Mindful choices you can make to reduce processed foods in your home
Understanding what is healthy stress for children
The vagus nerve explained and how to engage it
Things to Remember“Parenting is being able to go inward and listen to the inner voice and trust it.”
“Just like we take care of our external world's ecosystem, we must take care of our microbiome's ecosystem.”
“80% of your child's immune system is in their gut.”
“Use antibiotics only when it's necessary. Be judicious, to not overuse antibiotics.”
“One of the factors that predicted success in adulthood was the ability to self-regulate.”
“Stress is simply your physiologic response getting ready for something to happen.There's a certain amount of stress that actually makes us more productive, makes us more efficient.”
“No matter where your child is on their health journey…It's never too late to move towards a path of thriving.”
- Dr. Elisa Song
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Are you ready to spark a love for math in your child? Listen in as my guest, Shalinee Sharma, reveals her top tips.
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The Mathematical Mind is something we all possess, yet there are many myths about having a math mind or not. Today my guest shares the beauty that can be found in math and how to guide our children to enjoy and succeed in math.
What We Talked About:Unlocking the "Mathematical Mind"
Shalinee's four tips for Math confidence
Simple ways to bring math into daily routines
Why visual and hands-on approaches make math meaningful & engaging.
How to make math a game for young kids
The importance of letting go of the "math kid" myth
Things to Remember“Parenting connects us to the purpose of life.”
“As a parent, you're the guide of your child to help them to do their duty.”
“All children can succeed in Math.”
“Math ability is intrinsic. We all have it.”
“When you hit a roadblock in learning, it's a signal to try harder.”
“Put the myth of the math kid on a shelf and ask for help.”
“There is no humiliation in math. Math is beautiful, it’s fun.”
- Shalinee Sharma
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What’s the key to thriving preschool success? Listen in as my guest, Amber Jayne, reveals it all.
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We all know how crucial children's early years of development are for their lifelong joy and success. Today we talk about how to determine what is the best environment for children to thrive.
What We Talked About:How to identify a high-quality preschool using the four senses rule
Balancing parenthood and business
The role of love and nurturing in early childhood development
How traditional education doesn’t fit every child
The impact of technology on children's development
Things to Remember“Your parenting style is yours to embrace”
“Always internally check your parenting style because we have the answers always within us.”
“When you walk into a home daycare, a child care center, or preschool, follow your senses.”
“We need to have our children ready for kindergarten. We need to have them build their confidence.”
“If you’re missing the foundation of love, respect, and trust, your child is going to have a hard time wherever they go.”
“If you can't homeschool, just advocate for your child.”
“We’re learning to be a mom just as our children are learning to grow up.”
- Ms. Amber Jayne
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Is 'Mommy Brain' real or just a myth? Listen in and discover the science behind it with my guest, Jodi Pawluski!
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So often the ‘Mommy Brain’ gets a bad wrap, but did you know everything happens for a reason!? Today I’m talking with a neuroscientist to understand the science of the mommy brain better.
What We Talked About:The brain changes that occur in mothers during parenthood
Societal and environmental pressures that disproportionately affect mothers
Effects of perinatal mental illness on both mothers and their offspring
Oxytocin and bonding without breastfeeding
Why parenting skill is built through experience
Changes in brain structure and function when learning to care for a child.
Things to Remember“Parenting is accepting the diversity and working to find what works for you and your child within your household.”
“Motherhood itself has a special list of pressures and to-do's.”
“Your brain can only do so much.”
“Acknowledge all the amazing things that occur in our brains during pregnancy and the postpartum period and not see it as a deficit.”
“Your brain is functioning when it has the capacity and the environment to function well when you're pregnant or postpartum.”
“Pregnant women are much better at memory for parenting-related things.”
“Becoming a parent can increase the chances of mental health struggles.”
“Our brain is really valuable in our transition to parenthood and we need to acknowledge that.”
- Jodi Pawluski
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Can yoga help children manage big feelings and emotions? Listen in as my guest, Lauren Chaitoff shares her insights.
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Yoga has always been my go-to for relaxing and feeling in tune with my physical body. Today, I’m talking with a yoga instructor who is focused on bringing this ancient practice to children.
What We Talked About:Ways to introduce yoga to children
How yoga can help both parents and children manage emotions
Building emotional awareness in children
The four pillars of Yogi Bean
Morning and evening yoga rituals for parents and children
How to add a bit of yoga to your daily life
Things to Remember“Parenting is similar to the breath, a lot of expansion and contraction.”
“When you change how you breathe, you can change how you feel.”
“Having good posture is important for the mind and body connection.”
“When your goal is to get children to sit quietly and still you need to let them move a little bit.”
“Making children aware of their feelings is a lifelong tool to help them cope with bigger feelings.”
“Everything is a phase.”
- Lauren Chaitoff
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Is there really such a thing as the perfect parent? Listen in and discover the power of being an imperfect parent with Kate Hamilton.
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I truly believe we all strive to be the best parent possible, yet when we strive for perfection is when we get ourselves in trouble. The notion of perfection is unattainable so let’s embrace being an Imperfect Parent instead.
What We Talked About:Understanding generational behaviors helps us break unhelpful cycles
Parenting as a partnership
Mistakes are valuable learning opportunities for both parents and children.
How to handle unsolicited advice
The “8-Year Rule” for tough conversations
Creating an open family environment
Things to Remember“There’s not one formula that works in parenting.”
“Parenting is believing in our ability to parent.”
“It's totally okay to fail, it's okay to make a mistake but it's not okay to stop, it's not okay not to learn.”
“Consequences are important to teach our kids but there are times in life when everybody needs a little bit of grace.”
“Imperfection is good and normal.”
“We know our children better than the experts do and we need to trust that we know our children.”
- Kate Hamilton
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Could your understanding of postpartum mental health be missing a crucial piece? Listen in as my guest, Aaisha Alvi shares the realities of postpartum psychosis.
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A Mom Like That is a memoir of a woman’s journey into perinatal and postpartum mood disorders. She shares her honest and harrowing experiences with a healthcare system that does not yet take these issues seriously. A must listen to all.
What We Talked About:What are perinatal mood disorders
Aaisha's personal experience with Postpartum Psychosis
What is the biological basis of Postpartum Psychosis
What urged Aaisha to write the book 'A Mom Like That'
The lack of awareness among healthcare providers regarding postpartum psychosis
Things to Remember“Parenting with a mindset that always tries to bring out the best our children will have to offer the world.”
“Postpartum psychosis is one of the most severe psychiatric illnesses a woman can ever experience in her lifetime.”
“When it comes to postpartum psychosis, nobody knows why it occurs.”
“When you have a miscarriage, you don't have a baby to take care of, but you still have biological elements that trigger postpartum.”
“When you lose touch with reality, there is a risk to yourself and your child.”
“Nobody needs to suffer due to shame or stigma.”
- Aaisha Alvi
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What does it take to truly heal after a challenging birth? Listen in and find out in this powerful conversation with Jennifer Summerfeldt.
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Our birth experience, how we came to the world, and how, if able, we give birth to our own have a lasting impact on our overall well-being.
What We Talked About:Midwifery and alternative birth options
Overcoming the fear induced by mainstream pregnancy advice
Understand different birth paradigms
Choosing birth based on values
The emergence of free birth
The difference between a disappointing birth experience and birth trauma
How birth trauma impacts both the body and mind
How the nervous system reacts during traumatic events like childbirth
Identifying postpartum challenges
Things to Remember“Parenting is about learning how to listen to that guiding principle that resides in all of us as a human being.”
“It's important that you understand what that birth paradigm includes, that they're motivated by fear, litigation, and money, and to manage and control and take charge of your experience.”
“When you hire a professional or registered midwife, most often you have the option to give birth at home, in a birthing center or a hospital.”
“Any choice out of fear is usually a bad recipe.”
“You can have a disappointing birth experience that is not traumatic.”
“It's not about controlling the outside world. It's about knowing that there's a way for us to ride the waves of life, to ride the stressors of life and it doesn't have to be traumatic.”
“Rest in the role of motherhood.”
- Jennifer Summerfeldt
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My guest, today is on a mission to bring more wellness, joy, and intentionality to parenting and beyond she shares her powerful approach that encourages us to embrace growth in a deeply intentional way.
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Life is all about growing, expanding, and improving ourselves the best we can. My guest shares her framework to do just that.
What We Talked About:The "Stop, Drop, Grow, and Glow" Framework
The Five Rights of Parenting
The Importance of Self-Reflection in Parenting
Setting boundaries with screens and devices
Why integrating self-care into your daily routine is crucial
Things to Remember“Being open to learning from your children models, learning is a lifelong process.”
“Children will teach you about yourself and the work you still need to do more than anyone in life.”
“Your voice is a tool of creation and you have the power to use it to uplift or tear down in your home.”
“Love is the cure for all that ails us, parenting and beyond.”
“Letting your child know how much you love them, and that you're there for them, will plant their spirit in deep, rich soil as they grow.”
“It's important for your child to be a child and not lose their childhood.”
“Parents need to feel more grace in terms of being able to take care of themselves.”
“Be more intentional in how you're choosing to live and parent.”
- Holly Swenson
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Wondering how to build a strong emotional bond with your child? Listen in as my guest, Eli Harwood shares some insights.
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Secure attachment is known to be the one ingredient necessary not only for our survival but also for our positive evolution as a thriving species. We are social beings and need to trust those that care for us. Today Eli shares her research and helps us create a secure bond with those we care for.
What We Talked About:Creating a secure environment for children
Understanding the attachment theory
Eli’s personal experiences with attachment
The Importance of Parental Self-awareness
The power of apologizing to children
Recognizing and respecting the unique needs & love languages of each child
Things to Remember“Parenting is a process, there is no final product.”
“Our relationships with our children are all unique.”
“The parent-child relationship affects the development process.”
“When we bring our presence to our children in a way that connotes delight. There's medicine that gets wired between us.”
“Create an experience for your children where they sense that you are a safe place to open up.”
“Messing up and conflicts are part of a relationship that we can repair without shame or self-contempt.”
“Maturity is a relational process.”
“Do the best you can and then trust that when the mess up is acknowledged, there is power in just saying, I'm so sorry.”
- Eli Harwood
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What’s your secret formula to happiness? Listen to my guest, Stella Grizont, and find out what science has to say about it.
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Ah, happiness… such a profound emotion. Did you know there was a science to it? Today we are learning how to nurture those happy vibes at home and work for both ourselves and our children.
What We Talked About:Creating emotional safety for children
The importance of clarity and setting boundaries
The 8 Inner Skills from the Work Happiness Method
Clarity in your goals and decisions, both as a parent and in your career
Why tuning into your own needs is essential
Things to Remember“Create freedom for your children to be themselves and to know themselves better.”
“Emotion is always in motion. It's just information.”
“Parenting is harder than any job you could do.”
“Our boundaries are there to make it easier for us to be who we want to be.”
“When you're in your play mindset, you're setting yourself up to be more curious and open to possibilities.”
“The people-pleasing tendency is a trauma response. It's a trauma response called fawning.”
“Tending to our own needs is a way of caring better for others.”
“Boundaries are less about no and more about saying yes to what matters.”
“Boundaries are one way we can support ourselves in being who we want to be with greater ease.”
- Stella Grizont
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Has your child rejected you? Listen in and learn how to handle it with Cathy Himlin.
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It can be tough when you feel rejected by your child, especially when you are going through a separation. Today's guest, a Marriage and Family Therapist helps us understand why and how to manage these situations.
What We Talked About:The complexities of high-conflict divorces and how they impact children
The underlying reasons why children may reject a parent
Recurring patterns observed in children during custody disputes
How attachment-based methods can help repair strained relationships between children and parents
Practical advice for parents considering divorce
How power struggles within couples can impact parenting
The difference between litigation and mediation
Things to Remember“Parenting is getting into the child's world.”
“The ideal for children from separated homes, to not be pulled or pushed from either home is to have both parents work together and try to have similar items.”
“You can't go into divorce and figure out what you want unless you understand your options.”
“Trying to make it work is best, because it may just be relationship ruptures or injuries that never got healed.”
“Try to have that lens on what's in the best interest of your child.”
“Have some respite care. Take time in between having children to focus on the marriage.”
“Controlling usually means anxiety.”
“There's no book for each child. Every child is different and we don't know what they're going to turn out to be.”
“All the parenting tools and techniques out there are just tools. It's the relationship that matters.”
“The Family Court system needs to shift focus away from litigation and toward the children and their developmental, psychological, and emotional needs.”
- Cathy Himlin
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How can we prepare our children to be impactful citizens? Listen in and find out why it is important to start young.
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As parents we’re not only raising children we are raising future citizens. My guest today, a professor in Political Science, shares why it is up to us to do so and shares some actionable steps to guide us along.
What We Talked About:How to start having informative political conversations early on
Simple strategies for introducing politics at home
How to nurture critical thinking with our children
The importance of creating a supportive civic environment
Why Lindsey felt the need to write “Raising Citizen”
Things to Remember“Parenting is trying to do a little bit better than our parents did for us.”
“Politics is going to happen to us whether we like it or not so it's better if we understand the process.”
“Everyone has a different version of what the good life is and how to get there.”
“Our kids don't need us to be politics or government experts, they need us to model the behavior of learning more.”
“When we're raising a citizen, we're not necessarily trying to raise a partisan.”
“Let's make sure our kids are equipped and capable of getting through the world in a better way than we are.”
- Lindsey Cormack
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Curious about the benefits of parenting at your child's pace? Listen in as my guest, Dr. Joel Warsh shares insights you won't want to miss!
What We Talked About:
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Our children’s well-being and health are among the biggest responsibilities we take on as parents.. Yet today it has become complex to navigate the does and don’ts of our health let alone that of our children. Today I’m speaking with Dr.Joel Warsh an integrative pediatrician on the importance of parenting at your child’s pace.Deciphering the abundance of parenting information
The benefits of Integrative Medicine for family health
The rise of chronic diseases in children
The critical role nutrition & preventive care plays in maintaining your family's health
The impacts social media has on parental expectations
The benefits of homeopathic remedies and other integrative medicine practices in pediatric care
Things to Remember“Parenting is figuring out what are the best ways to create a healthy, happy home and create healthy, happy, resilient kids.”
“The internet can make you scared about things that you don't really have to worry that much about.”
“If we aren't mindful of what we're doing, then then our children are going to be sick and we're going to be sick.”
“Little changes make a huge difference.”
“Just because you have one symptom does not necessarily mean that you have the scary thing. Most scary things have all the basic symptoms, but the scary things have a lot more to it.”
“If you have a prescription in the first six months to a year, that increases your risk for every disease.”
“It's okay to be a little nervous, but don't be overly stressed.”
- Dr. Joel Warsh
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Do you think we should dedicate a month to celebrate families? Listen in to find out what Anne Doherty's plan to do just that.
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Families are the backbone of our societies and they have evolved over time. Today my guest wants us to have a whole month every year to celebrate all families.
What We Talked About:What the concept of Family Month is
Understanding the impacts birth order has
Navigating between biological and chosen families
Integrating our personal challenges into parenting
How early experiences affects a child’s behavior and attachment style
Managing sibling rivalry, especially when introducing a new sibling
How to balance our guilt with the need for self-care and personal growth
Things to Remember“Parenting is like meditation. It’s an active, moving meditation where you’re focused on the children, the family, and it’s all outside of you.”
“Being human means that you’re part of the family. ”
“Doing something positive is good.”
“Many people want their children to fill a need that they never had filled when they were little.”
“Respect means that you acknowledge them for who they are. You respect their boundaries, and respect your own boundaries.”
“If you keep expecting it to change, you’re never going to be happy.”
“It’s hard to have compassion for yourself until you have compassion for others.”
- Anne Doherty
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