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Securely Attached — 427 episodes

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Q&A: How do I tell my children we're getting divorced?

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Raising a neurodivergent child: How connection, co-regulation, and self-compassion change everything with Debbie Reber

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Q&A: Why does my child follow me from room to room?

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Back by Popular Demand: Using Presence as the Antidote to Trauma with Dr. Jacob Ham

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Q&A: How can I help my child adjust to a big move?

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Why anxiety can be good for us: Helping your child handle fear, uncertainty, and discomfort with Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary

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Q&A: How should I respond when my child touches herself?

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How collaborative divorce and positive psychology can reduce conflict and support your children with Andrea Vacca

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Q&A: How can I help my sensitive child stand up for themself to peers?

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A deep dive into strengthening your child's attachment as they grow: What children need from us at every stage of development

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Q&A: How do I help my child sleep independently without pressure?

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The mattering gap: Why so many parents feel invisible, overwhelmed, and disconnected with Jennifer Wallace

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Q&A: How do I tell my child he's going to start therapy?

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Nature vs nurture: Understanding sensitivity, resilience, and what really shapes kids with Dr. Jay Belsky

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Q&A: How do I help my toddler cope with an absent parent?

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Creating a calmer home: Using design and organization to support your child's nervous system with Rachel Melvald

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Q&A: What should I do when my toddler fights diaper changes and refuses to use the potty?

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How to help your child have a healthier relationship with screens: The psychology behind what actually works with Catherine Price

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Q&A: How do I support my child with language delays during playdates?

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Lice explained: How to treat it, stop the spread, and skip the shame, from a registered nurse

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Q&A: Why does my child go from being fine to melting down in a matter of seconds?

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Divorce with less conflict: Co-parenting, emotion regulation, and supporting your kids with Katherine Miller

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Q&A: When and how should I tell my child about his autism diagnosis?

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Doulas, birth plans, and anxiety: How to feel more confident and less overwhelmed in pregnancy and postpartum with Sarah Ludwig

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Q&A: What should I do when my toddler hits or pulls my hair?

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GLP-1s and parenting: Body image, food noise, and talking to your child about changes to your body with Dr. Rachel Goldman

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Q&A: Are time-ins better than time-outs?

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Back by popular demand: Attachment theory and fostering secure attachment relationships

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Q&A: How do I handle sibling rivalry when my baby keeps touching my toddler's toys?

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Why kids remember more when they write by hand: What screens might be costing your child's brain with Dr. Audrey van der Meer

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Q&A: How can I teach my toddler to clean up their toys without power struggles?

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Secure attachment and dads: How fathers' inner worlds shape their parenting with Dr. Jett Stone

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Q&A: Is letting my anxious child sleep in my bed helping or making their anxiety worse?

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The dopamine trap: Why screens and ultra-processed foods keep kids wanting more (but never satisfied) with Michaeleen Doucleff

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Q&A: Should I redshirt my child for kindergarten?

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Parenting toddlers through power struggles: How to set limits, support independence, and reduce meltdowns with Devon Kuntzman

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Q&A: Is it okay to have different rules for different kids in a blended family?

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AI, algorithms, and social media: How to protect your child from digital harm and advocate for change with Imran Ahmed

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Q&A: My child was left out by her friends. Now what?

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PANS and PANDAS explained: Why some children develop sudden OCD, anxiety, or tics after illness with Dr. Nancy O'Hara

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Q&A: How can I encourage sibling empathy without making them responsible for each other's feelings?

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Why parenting can shake up your marriage: How to fight better, repair faster, and stay connected with Eli Weinstein

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Q&A: Can you spoil a toddler by holding them too much?

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Why good moms feel bad (and how to stop letting your emotions run the show) with Rebecca Geshuri

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Q&A: What is body doubling and how can it help my child with ADHD focus?

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Orchid and dandelion children: How sensitivity shapes children's health, behavior, and resilience with Dr. W. Thomas Boyce

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Q&A: How can I support my child who struggles with perfectionism?

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Why mothers need to be held too: Somatic work and the circle of nurture with Lisa Rombach

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Q&A: What should I do when my child lies?

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How to build a family culture of play: Raising self-directed kids who play independently with Lizzie Assa

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Q&A: How can I teach my sensitive child to cope with teasing?

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Reclaiming your focus: Distraction, screen time, and becoming more present with Nir Eyal

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Q&A: Is it normal for my toddler to want to wear the same outfit every day?

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Mom guilt, good guilt, and letting go: How to tell when guilt is helping you (and when it's holding you back) with Dr. Saumya Dave

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Q&A: I'm worried no one will come to my child's birthday party. What do I do?

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Is America's achievement culture fueling a mental health crisis in our kids? With Dr. Doug Bolton

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Q&A: How do I get my 3-year-old to stop crying over everything?

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Settling your unsettled baby: How to read your child's cues, build routines, and trust your instincts with pediatrician Dr. Golly

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Q&A: How to know if group therapy would be a good fit for my child?

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Breath-holding spells in children: What's normal, what's not, and how to stay calm with pediatrician Dr. Caity Gilman

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Q&A: How do I start making meaningful holiday traditions with my kids when all they want is presents?

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The psychology of autonomy and growth: Building stress tolerance, confidence, and motivation with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson

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Q&A: Is it normal for my toddler to constantly say they're sorry for everything?

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A simple parenting strategy with a big impact on kids' self-regulation, attention, and creativity, with somatic therapist Alé Duarte

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Q&A: What can I do if my child is reading below grade level, but is resistant to tutoring?

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Millennial Menopause: What every woman needs to know about perimenopause, hormones, and mental health with Lauren A. Tetenbaum

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Q&A: Is the 24/7 news cycle harming your mental health?

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Navigating high-conflict divorce while prioritizing your own needs and attachment relationships with Karen McMahon

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Q&A: How should I handle potty regressions in my older child?

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Secure attachment in autism: How to help neurodiverse kids build joy, confidence, and connection with Dr. Peter Vermeulen

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Q&A: Should I let my child eat as much Halloween candy as they want?

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Why you keep getting triggered: Understanding insecure attachment and breaking the cycle with Jessica Baum

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Q&A: How can I teach my child if talking about their behavior just makes them reactive and upset all over again?

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Understanding toddlerhood: How to effectively set limits, stay calm, and parent with confidence with Devon Kuntzman

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Q&A: How can I help my 4-year-old feel less scared of Halloween?

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Raising girls who know their worth: Practical tools for building assertiveness, autonomy, and resilience with Kate Rope

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Q&A: What's the difference between executive function coaching and tutoring—and how do I know which my child needs?

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Dr. Stephen Porges on the science of safety and connection: What every parent needs to know about Polyvagal Theory

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Q&A: How can I stay connected to my older kids while my baby is in the NICU?

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The science of interoception: How parents can help kids connect body signals to emotions with OT Kelly Mahler

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Q&A: Is it okay to discipline someone else's child during a playdate?

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Video games, phones & family balance: Teaching kids healthy tech habits free of guilt or power struggles with Ash Brandin

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Q&A: What should I do when empathy and connection doesn't calm my child down?

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Big feelings, belonging, and nervous system regulation: Developing emotional intelligence in the middle years with Alyssa Blask Campbell

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Q&A: Dating in parenthood: What's the best way to approach meeting my new girlfriend's kids?

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Collaboration over control: Using Collaborative Problem Solving to navigate power struggles, tantrums, and challenging behaviors with Dr. Stuart Ablon

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Q&A: What are the best toys and strategies to actually get my child to play independently?

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From puberty to perimenopause: Why women deserve the whole story about their bodies with Dr. Lauren Streicher

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Q&A: Is it normal for my child to keep asking about death?

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Parenting highly sensitive kids: Helping "Big Reactors" learn to regulate and manage their intense emotions with Claire Lerner

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Q&A: My 3-year-old twins used to be good sleepers, but all of a sudden they are both struggling - help!

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Divorce, custody & co-parenting: The legal considerations parents need to know with matrimonial attorney Lisa Zeiderman

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Q&A: What should I do if my child hears the N-word in a song?

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The grandparent transition: Managing emotions, roles and boundaries with Carol Merle-Fishman

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Q&A: My sensitive kid got the "strict" teacher and I'm worried they won't vibe. Is there anything I can do as a parent to help?

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When your child says 'I hate myself': Helping sensitive kids build self-esteem and get out of a cycle of self-criticism with Dr. Blaise Aguirre

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Q&A: Is my child anxious or just sensitive? Or could it be both?

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The neuroscience of raising emotionally resilient kids: Supporting your child's emotional growth and regulation with Dr. Kristen Lindquist

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Q&A: What's the best way to explain and prepare my toddler for my upcoming surgery without scaring them?

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When your partner feels like a roommate: Why couples can feel disconnected after kids and what to do to reconnect with Chelsea Skaggs

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Q&A: What should I do if my partner and I disagree on how to handle our child's ADHD?

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Peaceful Parenting strategies for navigating tantrums, big feelings, screen time and more with Dr. Laura Markham

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Q&A: Am I holding my child back by letting them skip social events?

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Navigating divorce or separation through a family systems approach: Preventative steps to reduce the risk of insecure attachment with Una Archer

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Q&A: What is the best response to my kid who is constantly saying, "I'm bored"?

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Why boys and girls need different things: The neuroscience of the sexes with Michael Gurian

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Q&A: Where's the line between supporting my child and feeding their anxiety?

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The neuroscience of control: Helping kids cope with stress and become self-driven with Dr. William Stixrud

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Q&A: My 5-year-old prefers my husband, does that mean she is more securely attached to him?

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Self-compassion, critical thinking, and connection: What the research reveals about raising capable kids with Melinda Wenner Moyer

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Q&A: My toddler is otherwise potty trained, but still won't poop on the potty - what can I do?

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The hidden power of creativity in supporting mental health, resilience, and burnout with art therapist Sharon Itkoff Nacache

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Q&A: Is it possible to wean my strong-willed one-year-old off breastfeeding without damaging our bond?

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What every parent needs to know about ADHD: Brain science, behavior, and real-life strategies with Dr. Eliza Barach

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Q&A: What can I do when my husband pressures our son to play sports, but that's just not who he is?

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How smartphones really affect kids' mental health: Surprising findings from cutting-edge research with Dr. Wendy Rote

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Q&A: How do I set boundaries with my neighbor whose child keeps coming over uninvited?

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Is it normal anxiety or something more? Understanding the signs and supporting kids through fears with Jennie Monness

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Q&A: My toddler is so sensitive that even when I'm being silly with him, he loses it. What can I do?

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C-Sections, birth trauma and the fight for better maternal care with Rachel Somerstein

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Q&A: My 3-year-old is ok with sharing, but refuses to take turns - what can I do?

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Stress, screens, shifting hormones, and early puberty: Why parenting 6-12 year olds is more important now than ever with Dr. Sheryl Ziegler

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Q&A: My 8-year-old is suddenly refusing to go to school, how should I handle this?

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Is a Neuropsych Evaluation right for your child? Breaking down the process with Dr. Yael Rothman & Dr. Katia Fredriksen

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Q&A: How can I help my child handle losing without meltdowns or tears?

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When your child has a chronic illness: Navigating challenges, fostering autonomy, and managing anxiety with Dr. Kate Herts

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Q&A: I know we're supposed to love our children equally…but what if I don't?

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The science of energy healing: The impact attention, intention, and presence has on our nervous system with Stephanie Filardi

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Q&A: Is my 3-year-old's hitting a sign of aggression or sensory seeking?

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How we heal: Rethinking attachment through the lens of AEDP with Dr. Diana Fosha and Karen Pando Mars

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Q&A: How can I get my child with ADHD go from one activity to the next without a fight?

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Parenting styles across cultures: The universal and unique factors that influence secure attachment bonds with Dr. Miguelina German

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Q&A: How can I find a safe therapist after experiencing complex trauma?

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Can a secure attachment bond protect children against Imposter Syndrome? A conversation with Dr. Lisa Orbé-Austin

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Q&A: How can I help my child who's scared every small injury is an emergency?

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Self sacrifice, mom-guilt, and martyrdom in motherhood: Fighting against the pressure to be perfect with Gayane Aramyan

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Q&A: My 5-year-old has been clingy and hyperfocused on one friend, is this normal?

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Parenting after complex trauma: A mother's journey toward healing in parenthood with Stephanie Foo

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Q&A: Is my guilt over being a working mom hurting my parenting?

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Empowering girls to navigate media, body image, and societal pressures with Dr. Jo-Ann Finkelstein

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Q&A: When is the best time to tell my toddler that I'm pregnant?

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The do's and don'ts of supporting a grieving child: What every parent needs to know with Dr. Dan Wolfson

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Q&A: What can I do when my child feels left out by her friends?

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Beyond the 6-week checkup: A realistic look at postpartum and early parenthood with Dr. Jessica Vernon

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Q&A: My high-schooler is struggling with perfectionism and academic pressures, how can I help him feel less stressed?

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Codependency, insecure attachment, and relationship patterns: Creating stronger, healthier romantic partnerships with Alana Carvalho

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Q&A: How can I maintain a relationship with my mom who has extremist political views?

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Music, mindfulness, and play: Using play to strengthen your child's secure attachment bond with Vered Benhorin

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Q&A: Is "nesting" during a divorce better for your kids?

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The surprising science of sibling relationships: Why your kids fight and how to foster closeness with Dr. Jonathan Caspi

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Q&A: How can I help my child learn to be patient when she wants my attention immediately?

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The lifelong impact of early relationships: How secure attachment influences children's ability to make sense of their experiences and cope in the face of adversity with Dr. Alan Sroufe

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Q&A: How do I rekindle my friendships after being so mom-focused for years now?

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Maternal health, dyadic work, and IFS: Why specialized mental healthcare providers matter with Rebecca Geshuri and Paige Bellenbaum

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Q&A: When switching daycares, should I transition my toddler in steps or all at once?

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Breaking free from "girl-boss" culture: Balancing career, family, and fulfillment with Neha Ruch

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Q&A: How do I get my young kids to stop swearing?

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A deep dive on parental burnout: What it is, why it happens, and how to overcome it

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Q&A: My 5-year-old says she doesn't want a sibling but I want to have another baby. What do I say?

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Emotion regulation through play: Turning everyday moments into growth opportunities with Dr. Abbré McClain and Dr. Jacqueline Salazar

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Q&A: My husband and I had a big fight in front of our kids, how do we make sure this doesn't negatively impact them?

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The hidden dangers of EdTech: How technology in schools impacts learning, child development, and mental health with Andy Liddell

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Q&A: How do I respond to my daughter's "mean girl" behaviors? Is she a bully?

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Unifying mothers in a post-election America: Advocating for Women's Rights through bipartisan reform with Erin Erenberg

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Q&A: Can my kid also get dysregulated from positive emotions, like excitement?

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Neurodiverse brains and sleep: How to modify traditional sleep strategies with Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown

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Q&A: How do I know if I'm giving in too much and becoming permissive?

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Are vaccines safe? Common questions answered by pediatrician Dr. Caity Gilman

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Q&A: How do I get my 3-year-old to stop screaming at me whenever she gets frustrated?

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Project-Based Learning: Teaching kids to think critically, creatively, and collaboratively with Kim Mishkin

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Q&A: How do I stop my child from picking up his friend's bad behaviors?

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Back by popular demand: Attachment theory and fostering secure attachment relationships

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Q&A: What is your take as a psychologist on making kids do chores?

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Secure attachment and growth mindset: The science behind raising well-adjusted kids with Melinda Wenner Moyer

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Q&A: How can I encourage my shy child without making them feel like being shy is bad?

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How to make mindfulness more "user-friendly" for parents with ADHD with Dr. Lidia Zylowska

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Q&A: Do you think virtual therapy would be helpful for my postpartum challenges?

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Preparing for pregnancy and postpartum with twins or triplets with doula and newborn care specialist Kristin Revere

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Q&A: How can I tell if my child is ready for sleep-away camp?

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Turning parenthood into a career asset for working moms and dads with The Fifth Trimester's Lauren Smith Brody

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Q&A: Diving deep into how vital parental support is on this World Mental Health Day

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Understanding parental dysregulation: How to identify and manage your triggers with Dr. Amber Thornton

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Q&A: How can I help my child overcome a phobia?

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Have phones displaced our ability to play and have fun? How to be intentional with your tech use with Catherine Price

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Q&A: How can I help my child with separation anxiety for a smoother daycare drop off?

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Processing birth trauma: How to make sense of, heal, and move forward after a difficult birthing experience with Dr. Sterling

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Q&A: How can I support my child's self-confidence when she calls herself dumb?

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Temperament, personality, and parenting: What you do (and don't) have control over as a parent with Dr. Koraly Pérez-Edgar

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Q&A: Why are birthday parties so hard for my kid?

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Rethinking discipline: How to get through to your sensitive child and teach them lessons that will stick with Dr. Vanessa Lapointe

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Q&A: How can I prepare for an IEP or 504 meeting after my child receives an ADHD diagnosis?

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Parenting with the "Whole-Brain": How to work with the brain rather than fight against with Dr. Dan Siegel

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Q&A: How can I get my child to cooperate without using threats?

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Lessons from a crisis negotiator: Utilizing conflict resolution strategies in your parenting with Karleen Savage

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Q&A: How can I build my toddler's assertiveness skills?

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Busting positive parenting myths to help you authentically foster secure attachment and connection with Raised Good's Tracy Gillett

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Q&A: A 10-year-old's take on starting a new school year, navigating friendships, and what he wants every parent to keep in mind

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A deep dive into potty learning: Everything you need to know to successfully potty train your child

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Q&A: My kid's hands are always in their pants, how do I set a boundary without shaming them?

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Pelvic care, energetic healing, and body wisdom: Taking a holistic approach to women's health with Tami Lynn Kent

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Q&A: What do I do if my child would never stop eating unless I restrict them?

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Unlocking motivation: Helping kids who seem stuck with Dr. Ellen Braaten

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Q&A: How do I know if my child is too young for therapy?

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Cycle syncing, restorative practices, and natural rhythms: Taking a holistic approach to self-care with Dr. Jessica Plancich Shinners

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Q&A: Are love languages legit?

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Redefining what it means to be neurodiverse: Harnessing the power of the human brain with Wynford Dore

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Q&A: How can I foster a strong sibling bond between my social butterfly and more introverted daughter?

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Navigating conflict in your relationship: Reducing tension and stress in parenting for a stronger partnership with Dr. Marina Rosenthal

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Q&A: Is there a right and wrong way to encourage independent play?

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How "mom brain" can be our greatest strength, not our biggest weakness with Dr. Nicole Pensak

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Q&A: Does teaching my kid to punch a pillow when they're mad make them more aggressive?

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Raising emotionally intelligent sons: Parenting boys to combat "toxic masculinity" with Ruth Whippman

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Q&A: What's the best way to talk about my child's diagnosis with her and her sibling?

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Movement and motherhood: Expert advice on staying active throughout pregnancy and well into parenthood with Dr. Megan Roche

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Q&A: Why June sucks! (for parents and kids)

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Independent sleeping: Practical solutions for getting your child to stay in their own bed with Eileen Henry

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Q&A: How can I get my toddler to share and play nicely with other kids?

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Using Internal Family Systems to emotionally support mothers with the creators of The Mothercentric Approach

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Q&A: How can I help my child maintain their friendships over the summer?

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Picky eating, ARFID, and SPACE: How a new anxiety treatment can help your child be more flexible around food with Dr. Yaara Shimshoni

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Q&A: How can I use a positive parenting approach with my older kids?

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The science of "mom-rage" and how to use mindfulness as a tool for being less reactive with Diana Winston

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Q&A: What strategies can help me be more attuned to my child?

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Regulation, reward systems, and rest: Rewiring the way our kids interact with screens with Alé Duarte

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Q&A: Is it better for my kids if I send them to daycare, have a nanny, or become a stay-at-home mom?

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Healing our inner child in order to combat insecure attachment patterns with Jennifer Nurick

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Q&A: What are strategies for co-parenting with a narcissist?

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Youth sports and body image: Fostering positive body image and self-esteem in young athletes with Zoë Bisbing

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Q&A: When should you start being concerned about your kid's tantrums?

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Cooking Up Inclusivity: Nurturing open mindedness in kids through food with Priya Krishna

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Q&A: Is it bad to "baby" the baby?

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Confronting death to find a deeper meaning in life: A continuation of my conversation with Rabbi Steve Leder

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Q&A: Is it okay for screen time "rules" to go out the window on travel days?

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Death, grief, and parenting: How we can help our kids make sense of and make peace with death with Rabbi Steve Leder

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Q&A: What are the do's and don't for introducing screens to my toddler?

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The power of stories in parenthood: Representation, identity, social media, and the "rules" of parenthood with L'Oreal Thompson Payton

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Q&A: How to tell your child you have cancer

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Finding positives in spite of our pain: A mother's journey navigating her child's illness with Dr. Maggie Kang

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Q&A: How can I parent my daughter so she doesn't become a people pleaser?

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Using presence as the antidote to trauma: How we begin to break cycles with Dr. Jacob Ham

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Q&A: How can I handle jealousy and sibling rivalry?

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Breaking the silence: A mother's personal story of surviving postpartum psychosis

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Q&A: What is the best way to allow my preschooler to play with gender norms?

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Raising conscious kids: A thoughtful exploration of bias, cultural identity, and diversity with Dr. Dana E. Crawford

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Q&A: How can I get my 3-year-old to do things they don't want to do?

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How mentally strong people handle life's up's and downs: Unpacking honesty, kindness, guilt, and intentionality with Amy Morin

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Q&A: How do I support my child through distress without rescuing them immediately?

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ADHD and attachment security: How to connect with and support your neurodiverse child with Dr. Norrine Russell

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Q&A: How do I know when my child's anxiety requires a mental health intervention?

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Love, intimacy, and parenthood: Fostering our romantic relationships with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish

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Q&A: When I tell my child to stop, they just dig their heels in more—what can I do?

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Back by popular demand: How to change your child's behavior in just 3 weeks

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Q&A: Preventing burnout when you have a sensitive child

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Being intentional about the time and energy you devote to your many roles: Balancing parenthood, partnership, and work with Dr. Yael Schonbrun

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Q&A: When school calls: How to address behavioral concerns from my child's teacher?

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Debunking the myth of learning styles: What the research actually says are the best ways to teach our children with Dr. Dan Willingham

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Q&A: Is it okay to bribe my kids to get them to cooperate?

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Managing anxiety and stress in parenthood: Finding balance and joy in the journey with Dr. Ilyse Dobrow DiMarco

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Q&A: What can parents do to help support their child with ADHD?

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The fluidity of secure and insecure attachment patterns with Dr. Annie Zimmerman

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Q&A: Are there effective strategies for curbing biting before toddlerhood?

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Parenting in the digital age: Navigating screen time, cyberbullying, and social media with Dr. Devorah Heitner

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Q&A: How can I help my child prepare for and transition to new childcare?

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Transforming Relationships: How Integrative Attachment Family Therapy can deepen bonds with Dafna Lender

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Q&A: What can I do to ensure my child doesn't feel pressure to perform for other adults?

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Why one size-fits-all parenting doesn't work and how to parent for the way YOUR child is wired with Dr. Danielle Dick

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Q&A: Can a child be too young for parents to build their resilience?

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Breaking the perfectionist mold: How embracing the messy middle is healthier for you and your kids with Monica Packer

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Q&A: When do I allow my partner space to problem-solve with our child and when is it time to step in?

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Resilience in the face of transition: Supporting your kids through a big move with military spouse and psychologist Dr. Hannah Samaha

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Q&A: How can we implement consequences that teach, not just punish, our kids?

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Balancing love, limits, and empathy: How to use connection to make parenting easier with Jennifer Kolari

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Q&A: Does using Elf on the Shelf undermine my respectful parenting philosophy?

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Combating milestone anxiety: What to know about child development from pediatrician Dr. Jessica Hochman

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Q&A: My 4-year-old can't keep his hands to himself, could that be a sensory issue?

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Bridging ancient wisdom and modern science with yoga therapist Nicole Katz

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Q&A: How to answer your kid's questions about gender

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Unlocking the power of polyvagal theory: Using the nervous system to wire our children for resilience, with Seth Porges

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Q&A: What are practical tips for dealing with whining kids?

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The hidden dangers of an achievement centric approach with Jennifer Breheny Wallace

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Q&A: Will encouraging my child's big imagination lead to lying in the future?

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Couple goals: Unlocking the secrets to a thriving partnership as you parent together with Dr. Suzanne Burger

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Q&A: How do I raise a street smart kid who understands risks without creating a heightened sense of danger and fear

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Becoming the parents your kids deserve with Gary John Bishop

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Q&A: How can I support my teen who is having trouble adjusting to college?

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How understanding our child's sensory sensitivities can help us strengthen their emotional intelligence with Alyssa Blask Campbell

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Q&A: Can my kid be securely attached to me if I'm insecurely attached in my adult relationships?

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The most crucial 20 minutes: How bedtime stories can deepen relationships and help kids let go of their day with Andrew Newman

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Q&A: What are appropriate consequences when my child doesn't listen?

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When none of the gentle parenting scripts and tips work for your kid with Dr. Cindy Hovington

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Q&A: What can I do when all the "rules" for setting limits don't work for my sensitive kid?

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Change your child's behavior in just 3 weeks: How to create your own personalized action plan

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Q&A: Why does my child lose it more with me than anyone else?

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How to move out of power struggles and into cooperation with Jen Lumanlan

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Q&A: How do I help my child with ADHD utilize school support systems without feeling embarrassed or self-conscious?

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How to support our kids' autonomy and independence, minus the power struggles, with Dr. Emily Edlynn

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Q&A: How can I support my sensitive, "spicy," highly emotional child?

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How mold, Lyme, pesticides, and other toxins may be impacting your child's physical and mental health with integrative pediatrician Dr. Pejman Katiraei

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Q&A: Is there anything I can do while I'm pregnant to make me less vulnerable to postpartum anxiety?

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Fostering secure attachments in peer relationships: Helping our children form strong friendship bonds with Dr. Eileen Kennedy-Moore

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Q&A: Is it okay to let my child quit an activity?

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Finding support in pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenthood with Doula and activist Chanel Porchia-Albert

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Q&A: How can I tell my toddler that I had a miscarriage?

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Sleep training, bed sharing, contact sleep, and postpartum: The neuroscience of sleep with Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum

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Q&A: Is there something I can do to strengthen my child's relationship with my ex?

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Breaking the silence: A comprehensive breakdown of selective mutism with Dr. Carmen Tumialan Lynas

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Q&A: How can I keep my child from being spoiled?

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How nurturing shapes our child's brain and sets them up for lifelong mental health with Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum

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Q&A: Is it okay to let my daughter play with Barbies?

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Transform mealtimes: Expert tips for raising healthy eaters with Amelia Sherry

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Q&A: Can you get stuck in a state of fight-or-flight?

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NICU survival guide: Establishing a secure attachment even when your child is in the hospital with the founders of NICU Nook

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Q&A: Do you need enrichment classes for baby's healthy brain development?

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Hustle culture is changing the way we parent: Why slowing down is the key to finding balance with Joe Sanok

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Q&A: Is my kid ready for a sleepover?

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Is my child insecurely attached? Unraveling common misconceptions about attachment styles with Dr. Tanya Cotler

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Q&A: When and how should we pull the pacifier?

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How to talk so your teen will listen (plus lay the groundwork for this when they're little) with Elizabeth Bennett

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A parenting playbook for new dads: What it means to be a father with Kendall Smith

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Recognizing and overcoming codependency in parenthood with Alana Carvalho

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How RIE can evolve into lifelong respectful parenting: Growing your parenting approach as your child grows with Janet Lansbury

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Becoming a grandparent: Embracing the complicated identity shifts that come when your baby has a baby with Carol Merle-Fishman

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Secure attachment vs. social media: Navigating their effects on body image from early childhood to teen years with Dr. Miriam Steele

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Breaking the cycle of insecure attachment: How to support your child's secure attachment even if you didn't grow up with it, with Dr. Miriam Steele

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How to improve your newborn's sleep without sleep training or crying it out with Eva Klein

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How to use the principles of attachment science to make parenting easier

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Buying, living, and teaching sustainability: Simple steps that can help save our planet with The New York Stylist, Liz Teich

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What do standardized tests really measure? A conversation about intelligence with Dr. Rina Bliss

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Treating autism with a strength based approach: And how all parents can use this method to help their child reach their greatest potential with Dr. Lynn Kern Koegel

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Balancing the load of parenthood: Becoming a team with your partner-in-parenting with Lauren A. Tetenbaum

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Are we ever really done being postpartum? Redefining what it means to be postpartum with Mama Psychologists' Dr. Chelsea Bodie

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Toddler sleep: Why it's different than infant sleep and how to use the attachment relationship to help them fall asleep, with Eileen Henry

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Quit the never-ending to-do list: How to find balance in the home, at work, and in parenthood with Chelsi Jo

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Is fun the antidote to burnout? How play could be the key to mental health and well-being with Dr. Mike Rucker

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Addressing the crushing weight of parenthood: How to lighten the load in pregnancy and parenthood with Dr. Sterling

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Seeing the world through your toddler's eyes: Helping your child feel seen, understood, and validated with the co-authors of the Terrific Toddlers series

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Fostering deep and meaningful relationships: How to resolve conflict, prioritize our needs, and set appropriate boundaries with Dr. Rick Hanson

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Preventing tragedy and shining a light on postpartum psychosis: What it is, what it's not, and how to find support for yourself or a loved one with Paige Bellenbaum

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Why do I have 2 moms? Helping children understand the beauty in family differences with LGBTQ+ mom and clinical psychologist Dr. Erica Miller

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How to mindfully parent a threenager: Navigating power struggles, limit testing, and excessive no's with your 3-year-old

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What it means to be a working parent today: Challenging parental guilt, managing your time, and setting effective boundaries with Daisy Dowling

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Social anxiety in parenthood: Navigating play dates, mom-friends, and putting yourself out there with Justine Carino

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Parenting through loss: Navigating the struggles of infertility, miscarriages, and loss in parenthood with Dr. Shara Brofman

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Tips for traveling with babies, toddlers, and children: What every parent needs to hear before their family vacation begins with Jennie Monness

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My child keeps biting, what do I do? How to address biting in toddlers and young children with Dr. Emily Upshur

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How a sex therapist strives to raise her children to be sex positive: Unpacking developmentally appropriate expectations, boundaries, body autonomy, and consent with Dr. Holly Richmond

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Helping your child cope with anxiety: A conversation with clinical psychologist Dr. Terri Bacow

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What to do before, during and after we lose our cool: Helping parents navigate their own big feelings with Dr. Cindy Hovington

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Staying flexible, present and self-compassionate in early parenthood: Practical mindfulness tools for postpartum mental health with Dr. Kira Bartlett

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Secure attachment is optimal, but insecure attachment may not be as bad as we think: A conversation with attachment researcher Dr. Or Dagan

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RIE in the real world: How two moms use and teach RIE with Courtney Dern

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You can't sit with us: How to handle peer rejection in early adolescence with Dr. Emily Upshur

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I don't want to play with you: How to handle peer rejection in toddlerhood Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur

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Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE): How a new treatment for childhood anxiety and OCD is revolutionizing care with Dr. Eli Lebowitz

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The neuroscience of mindfulness and how teaching these skills to our kids has worldwide impact with Dr. Dan Siegel

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Helping children process, accept and understand death: With death doula Heather Hogan

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How to support children experiencing abandonment or separation from a parent: Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur

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Transitioning from one child to two: How to support everyone as your family grows with supermom Lindsay Ellingson

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Parents are burnt out: A breakdown of what went wrong and how we can prioritize our own mental health with Shelley Kemmerer

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Busting parenting gender stereotypes: A dad's perspective on respectful parenting with Eli Weinstein

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Helping preschool parents prepare for drop-off, separation anxiety, and the development of social skills with Meredith Gary

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Moving beyond parenting scripts: Fostering deep, authentic and connected conversations with your kids with Rebecca Rolland

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Potty training, bed wetting and constipation: A conversation about pediatric pelvic health with Quiara Smith

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Motherhood as advocacy: A conversation about paid family leave, abortion access and gun reform with Raena Boston

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Giving our children enough space to grow and learn: Raising self-confident and resilient children with Nellie Harden

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The battle over screen time: Helping our children form a healthy relationship to technology with Emily Cherkin

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Sex after baby part II: When we want to want it but we're just touched out

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How to ease your child's anxiety for doctors visits: A conversation with pediatrician Dr. Rachel Geronemus

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Sex after baby: How to reconnect and increase intimacy with your partner with Chelsea Skaggs

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Setting your child's brain up for success this summer: How to keep executive functioning skills strong without the structure of the school year

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Parenting through an American gun crisis: Helping parents feel educated, informed and empowered

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My child is non-binary: A personal story of acceptance and love from Alexis Barad-Cutler

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Positive parenting isn't permissive parenting: How to integrate effective discipline that prioritizes emotional and mental health with Sarah R. Moore

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Setting boundaries with your parents and in-laws: Navigating family dynamics Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur

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Simplifying the jargon associated with therapy: How to be an educated consumer of psychological interventions with Dr. Katie C. Lewis

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Addressing a broken system: How to prioritize your mental and physical health during complicated pregnancies with high-risk OB/GYN Dr. Tracy Shevell

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Supporting our children's emotional regulation and sensory processing experiences: With occupational therapist Laura Petix

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The difference between a tantrum and a meltdown: Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur

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What we hold in our bodies: Unlocking emotions through dance and movement therapy with Dr. Lori Baudino

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The benefits of mindfulness: How to use this practice for ourselves and our children with Diana Winston

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The importance of proper repair after rupture: Strengthening our parent-child relationships with Dana Rosenbloom

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Fostering independent play and a love of learning with Lizzie Assa

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School refusal and anxiety: What parents can do to support their children with Dr. Erica Miller

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Busting divorce myths and breaking down the true effect it has on children: A conversation with Michelle Dempsey-Multack

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Using your child's brain, body and nervous system to guide your parenting: A conversation with child psychologist Dr. Mona Delahooke

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Bonus Episode: How I'm talking to my kids about unmasking policies at school

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Nurturing our child's relationship with food: A conversation with registered dietitian Katie Thomson

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Understanding parenting styles and the benefits of an authoritative approach: Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur

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The parallels between couples and family therapy: And the takeaways we can use from both with Dr. Marina Rosenthal

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Finding your confidence in your child's first year: Two moms share their experience

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Maternal mental health throughout pregnancy and parenthood with birth doula Carson Meyer

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Rethinking the birth plan: How to create a plan with your OB/GYN that supports resilience and reduces anxiety during and after pregnancy with Dr. Shieva Ghofrany

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The pressures of motherhood in our society: And how we can come together to feel less alone with Alexis Barad-Cutler

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How parents can use music as an emotion regulator with music therapist Vered

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Going back to work after baby: Maintaining a healthy and secure attachment bond Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur

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It's not about me: How to not take your child's behavior so personally with Kim John Payne

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Preparing your mind and body for pregnancy, birth and postpartum with The Bloom Method's Brooke Cates

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Self-care strategies to reduce stress, increase confidence and prevent burnout in parenthood with Dr. Erin O'Connor

399

An honest look at respectful parenting: The 5 parenting "rules" I break as a mom

400

What do you do when your child says "I'm stupid," "I hate myself," "I'm a bad kid," or worse with Dr. Emily Upshur

401

Redefining trauma informed parenting: How parents can utilize this framework for all children with Robyn Gobbel

402

Why COVID pushed parents to the brink and what we can do about it with Julia Dennison

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The psychology behind dysregulation with founder of Parenting Translator Cara Goodwin

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Nurturing your child's relationship to music with musician and dad Mark Joseph

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The evolution of love: How to use attachment theory to break cycles and worry less in your parenting with Bethany Saltman

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Considering hitting pause in your career? Redefining what it means to be a stay-at-home parent with Neha Ruch

407

How will masks impact children's language and social-emotional development? A conversation with SLP Becky Birkenfeld

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Navigating sibling fights: Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur

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Finding your footing in fatherhood: My husband's journey with RIE and respectful parenting

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Busting parents' biggest sleep myths to turn bedtime from stressful to restful with Lauren Wolf

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Time Saving Hacks: 5 ways parents can get back time

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Expanding the postpartum conversation: How PMADs can affect new fathers with Dr. Emily Upshur

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Motherhood as a Millennial: Tuning out the noise and learning to find trust in ourselves with Marcella Kelson

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Beyond postpartum depression: A breakdown of all PMADs (perinatal mood and anxiety disorders)

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Healing trauma and fostering connection through cooking with children with Chef Kibby

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How parents can teach body safety rules and help prevent child sexual abuse with Feather Berkower

417

Is it picky eating or a feeding disorder? How to handle both with feeding therapist Rebecca Taskin

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Child favoring one parent? Strategies that strengthen bonds and foster flexibility: Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur

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Sleep training, sleep learning, cry it out, or never let them cry: The basics of creating an ideal sleep environment with Eileen Henry

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Getting on the same page as your partner in parenting

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Teaching children emotion regulation skills through coregulation with Dana Rosenbloom

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Using the RIE method to create strong parent-child relationships with Deborah Carlisle Solomon

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You hear "I hate you!" but what is your child really trying to communicate: Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur

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The Wonders of Play: More Than Just a Way to Pass the Time : A conversation with Jennie Monness

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Attachment Theory and Fostering Secure Attachment Relationships

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