Mom Enough: A Parenting Podcast

Mom Enough® celebrates 20 years in this special live episode, as Dr. Marti Erickson and Dr. Erin Erickson are interviewed by Way to Grow CEO Coco Du. Together, they reflect on decades of research and parenting insights. They explore how strong family support helps parents be “good enough,” creating the consistent, connected relationships children need to grow and thrive.

From winning championships to studying parental behavior in youth sports, psychology professor Dr. John Tauer sees youth sports from both the court and the field of social psychology. In this conversation, he challenges overparenting in athletics and explains how dialing it back can better build character, resilience, teamwork, and lifelong skills.

Consent isn’t just a “teen talk,” it starts in the everyday moments we barely notice. Should kids have to hug relatives? Is “just playing” still okay when someone gets pushed too far? In this episode of Mom Enough, Marti and Erin are joined by Christy Keating (former prosecutor turned parenting coach) for a practical, eye opening conversation on boundaries, digital risks, and raising kids who can confidently say – and respect -- “no.”

As much as we’d love to make life easy for our children, they inevitably will experience stress. And, as research demonstrates, some stress is positive, allowing children to build coping skills and resilience. But toxic stress can undermine our children’s long-term health and wellbeing. So what protects children, and what makes stress more damaging? Join Marti and Erin of Mom Enough® for an essential conversation with Dr. Megan Gunnar about what the science of stress and resilience means for children.

Feeding babies and toddlers doesn’t have to feel stressful or filled with guilt. In this episode, pediatric feeding specialist and speech-language pathologist Jordyn Koveleski Gorman shares what truly matters when starting solids, navigating picky eating and food refusal, and building a healthy relationship with food from the very beginning.

Have you noticed concerning changes in your aging parents or other older loved ones — such as poor eating habits, recent falls, unsafe driving, or increasing memory lapses? Are you unsure how to raise these concerns in a way that feels both sensitive and respectful? Mom Enough guests Carey Lindeman & Andrew Rowland bring decades of experience supporting families in these situations. They offer the practical guidance you and your family need to navigate next steps with confidence and care.

Though they are a normal part of early child development, tantrums can feel overwhelming, unpredictable, and stressful for parents. In this episode, early childhood expert Sara Reichstadt of Kinderberry Hill shares why children have tantrums and what parents can do about it. Tune in for practical, compassionate strategies parents you can use in the moment, and after a tantrum ends.

Do you long for your young child to be more patient, caring toward others, or able to bounce back more easily after a squabble with a friend or sibling? These important social-emotional qualities take time to develop. In this episode of Mom Enough, Candice Daulton and Karen Zemlin from St. David’s Developmental & Therapeutic Services discuss how parents and teachers are essential to helping children build these critical skills for learning and life.

Do you think of getting expelled from school as something that happens mostly to teens? Then tune into this episode to hear early childhood experts, Candice Daulton and Cindy Hillyer, from St. David's Developmental and Therapeutic Services discuss the high rates of expulsion among preschool children and the toll that takes on both children and their families.

Are you stressed about whether or not your young child will be "ready for school"? And are you even sure what the most important aspects of school readiness are? Don't miss this first episode of a new 3-part series, "Raising Children to Succeed in Learning and Life," brought to you by Mom Enough partner, St. David's. Listen as early childhood educator Candice Daulton challenges popular myths about school readiness and highlights what kids really need.

Psychologist and author Dr. Michael Reichert draws on personal loss, his extensive research from around the world, and years of clinical experience to show how boys often lose their emotional voices and intimate connections too soon. In this episode, he offers parents practical insights on how to raise a boy, from the lively toddler years through fostering connection, resilience, and healthy growth.

Clara Garner, soon-to-be American University graduate, shares her college search journey, including successes, regrets, and lessons learned. She offers insights from her own experience and other students on class size, grading, location, and happiness factors. Clara also discusses internships, international work, and three key steps to choosing the best college fit.

Why is parental involvement in school so important? Sheila Williams Ridge, Director of the Shirley G. Moore Laboratory School at the University of Minnesota, joins Marti and Erin of Mom Enough® to discuss parental involvement in their child's school. She highlights the many different ways parents can be involved and the benefits of this for children and families.

Do you have a young adult child who is heading off to college? Or even a high-schooler who is planning for college? Are you wondering what to do about money management as they prepare to go off on their own? Founder & President of Share Save Spend®, Nathan Dungan discusses top priorities for helping college-bound young adults proactively and successfully management their finances. He also highlights important information about loans and credit cards, and has suggestion that parents can implement now to ensure their future (or current) college student has the knowledge they need to be smart with money.

How do you feel when you get a big hug from a friend you haven’t seen for a while? Or how about a spontaneous kiss on the cheek from your child? Dr. Michael Banissy, a psychologist and neuroscientist, has spent his career studying different types of touch and the impact on health, wellbeing and relationship quality in all kinds of relationships at every stage of development. He joins this Mom Enough episode from England to share some of his most important and interesting findings.

When you think of "masculinity," what comes to mind? Tough guys who don't cry or show vulnerability? Or who can't wait for the next football game and a beer? This week's podcast takes a deeper look at "authentic masculinity" and how we can all support boys and men in becoming who they truly aspire to be. Tune in for Dr. Keith Edwards’ message of hope and compassion.

With the rapid pace of technology and an abundance of information – and misinformation – it can be challenging to know the best way to handle digital behavior. What should parents really worry about when it comes to teens and screens? And what can we do if we feel like we’re losing the battle around screen time? Erin Walsh breaks down what’s going on in your teen’s digital world, and why brain development is key to navigating screen time, online safety, and your relationship with your teen.

When you lose your cool when your toddler misbehaves or your teen botches a major exam, what do you say to yourself? If you’re like many parents, you probably slip into all-or-nothing thinking – saying to yourself, “I’m a terrible parent!” In this Mom Enough® episode, Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo offers a different approach. She shares practical ways to step back and put our failures into perspective. Tune in to learn how to use these opportunities to evaluate, reframe, quiet our inner critic, and grow.

Are you a parent of a child who hopes to go to college in the next few years? When and how should you start talking about types of schools, locations, requirements, and cost? And what do you need to discover about your child before you even think about specific colleges? Dr. Pamela Ellis discusses “The Right Fit Formula” for finding a college for your child in this episode of Mom Enough®.

A bump, a slip, or a tumble on the playground can be common events in a child’s life. However, sometimes these events, or other accidents, can result in a more significant injury, such as a traumatic brain injury (TBI). It’s important for everyone to know what to do and where to turn for help. Tune in to this episode to learn more about traumatic brain injury (TBI), including how these injuries happen, the symptoms and long-term effects, and what treatments are available.

Do you struggle to keep the spark in your relationship since becoming a parent? Sometimes the exhaustion and stress of parenthood really zap the romance out of your relationship. But a strong, happy marriage is good for you and good for your kids. So, how can we ensure our love stays strong after parenthood? Marriage and family therapist Dr. Bill Doherty shares tried and true advice on keeping the love alive in this episode of Mom Enough.