Securely Attached

By Dr. Sarah Bren

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Securely Attached is your go-to parenting podcast, supporting moms and dads from pregnancy all the way through their child's adolescence and every stage in between. Join us every Tuesday as clinical psychologist and mom of two Dr. Sarah Bren shares her expertise and interviews top experts in the field, simplifying complicated concepts and pulling back the curtain on the brain science and psychology that drives and shapes the parent-child relationship. And now, every Thursday, Dr. Sarah Bren is joined by Dr. Emily Upshur and Dr. Rebecca Hershberg for a special segment, Beyond The Sessions. We're answering YOUR parenting questions from the perspective of clinical psychologists highly trained in developmental science and real-life moms who get that parenting is messy, and sometimes we have to laugh, cry, and throw out the "rules." From toddler tantrums, to effective discipline strategies, to leaning into the principles of respectful parenting, and to managing your own mental wellness as a parent—this podcast is your ultimate resource for judgment-free, research-backed information you know you can trust. About Sarah Bren, PhD Dr. Sarah Bren is a licensed clinical psychologist and mom of two who helps parents understand the building blocks of child development and how secure relationships form and thrive. Her work is focused on helping parents find their inner confidence so they can respond to any parenting problem that comes along and raise kids who are healthy, resilient, and kind.

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Q&A: What should I do when my toddler fights diaper changes and refuses to use the potty?
May 07, 2026
How to help your child have a healthier relationship with screens: The psychology behind what actually works with Catherine Price
May 05, 2026
Q&A: How do I support my child with language delays during playdates?
Apr 30, 2026
Lice explained: How to treat it, stop the spread, and skip the shame, from a registered nurse
Apr 28, 2026
Q&A: Why does my child go from being fine to melting down in a matter of seconds?
Apr 23, 2026
Divorce with less conflict: Co-parenting, emotion regulation, and supporting your kids with Katherine Miller
Apr 21, 2026
Q&A: When and how should I tell my child about his autism diagnosis?
Apr 16, 2026
Doulas, birth plans, and anxiety: How to feel more confident and less overwhelmed in pregnancy and postpartum with Sarah Ludwig
Apr 14, 2026
Q&A: What should I do when my toddler hits or pulls my hair?
Apr 09, 2026
GLP-1s and parenting: Body image, food noise, and talking to your child about changes to your body with Dr. Rachel Goldman
Apr 07, 2026
Q&A: Are time-ins better than time-outs?
Apr 02, 2026
Back by popular demand: Attachment theory and fostering secure attachment relationships
Mar 31, 2026
Q&A: How do I handle sibling rivalry when my baby keeps touching my toddler's toys?
Mar 26, 2026
Why kids remember more when they write by hand: What screens might be costing your child's brain with Dr. Audrey van der Meer
Mar 24, 2026
Q&A: How can I teach my toddler to clean up their toys without power struggles?
Mar 19, 2026
Secure attachment and dads: How fathers' inner worlds shape their parenting with Dr. Jett Stone
Mar 17, 2026
Q&A: Is letting my anxious child sleep in my bed helping or making their anxiety worse?
Mar 12, 2026
The dopamine trap: Why screens and ultra-processed foods keep kids wanting more (but never satisfied) with Michaeleen Doucleff
Mar 10, 2026
Q&A: Should I redshirt my child for kindergarten?
Mar 05, 2026
Parenting toddlers through power struggles: How to set limits, support independence, and reduce meltdowns with Devon Kuntzman
Mar 03, 2026
Q&A: Is it okay to have different rules for different kids in a blended family?
Feb 26, 2026
AI, algorithms, and social media: How to protect your child from digital harm and advocate for change with Imran Ahmed
Feb 24, 2026
Q&A: My child was left out by her friends. Now what?
Feb 19, 2026
PANS and PANDAS explained: Why some children develop sudden OCD, anxiety, or tics after illness with Dr. Nancy O'Hara
Feb 17, 2026
Q&A: How can I encourage sibling empathy without making them responsible for each other's feelings?
Feb 12, 2026
Why parenting can shake up your marriage: How to fight better, repair faster, and stay connected with Eli Weinstein
Feb 10, 2026
Q&A: Can you spoil a toddler by holding them too much?
Feb 05, 2026
Why good moms feel bad (and how to stop letting your emotions run the show) with Rebecca Geshuri
Feb 03, 2026
Q&A: What is body doubling and how can it help my child with ADHD focus?
Jan 29, 2026
Orchid and dandelion children: How sensitivity shapes children's health, behavior, and resilience with Dr. W. Thomas Boyce
Jan 27, 2026
Q&A: How can I support my child who struggles with perfectionism?
Jan 22, 2026
Why mothers need to be held too: Somatic work and the circle of nurture with Lisa Rombach
Jan 20, 2026
Q&A: What should I do when my child lies?
Jan 15, 2026
How to build a family culture of play: Raising self-directed kids who play independently with Lizzie Assa
Jan 13, 2026
Q&A: How can I teach my sensitive child to cope with teasing?
Jan 08, 2026
Reclaiming your focus: Distraction, screen time, and becoming more present with Nir Eyal
Jan 06, 2026
Q&A: Is it normal for my toddler to want to wear the same outfit every day?
Jan 01, 2026
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
Dec 30, 2025
Q&A: I'm worried no one will come to my child's birthday party. What do I do?
Dec 25, 2025
Is America's achievement culture fueling a mental health crisis in our kids? With Dr. Doug Bolton
Dec 23, 2025
Q&A: How do I get my 3-year-old to stop crying over everything?
Dec 18, 2025
Settling your unsettled baby: How to read your child's cues, build routines, and trust your instincts with pediatrician Dr. Golly
Dec 16, 2025
Q&A: How to know if group therapy would be a good fit for my child?
Dec 11, 2025
Breath-holding spells in children: What's normal, what's not, and how to stay calm with pediatrician Dr. Caity Gilman
Dec 09, 2025
Q&A: How do I start making meaningful holiday traditions with my kids when all they want is presents?
Dec 04, 2025
The psychology of autonomy and growth: Building stress tolerance, confidence, and motivation with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson
Dec 02, 2025
Q&A: Is it normal for my toddler to constantly say they're sorry for everything?
Nov 27, 2025
A simple parenting strategy with a big impact on kids' self-regulation, attention, and creativity, with somatic therapist Alé Duarte
Nov 25, 2025
Q&A: What can I do if my child is reading below grade level, but is resistant to tutoring?
Nov 20, 2025
Millennial Menopause: What every woman needs to know about perimenopause, hormones, and mental health with Lauren A. Tetenbaum
Nov 18, 2025
Q&A: Is the 24/7 news cycle harming your mental health?
Nov 13, 2025
Navigating high-conflict divorce while prioritizing your own needs and attachment relationships with Karen McMahon
Nov 11, 2025
Q&A: How should I handle potty regressions in my older child?
Nov 06, 2025
Secure attachment in autism: How to help neurodiverse kids build joy, confidence, and connection with Dr. Peter Vermeulen
Nov 04, 2025
Q&A: Should I let my child eat as much Halloween candy as they want?
Oct 30, 2025
Why you keep getting triggered: Understanding insecure attachment and breaking the cycle with Jessica Baum
Oct 28, 2025
Q&A: How can I teach my child if talking about their behavior just makes them reactive and upset all over again?
Oct 23, 2025
Understanding toddlerhood: How to effectively set limits, stay calm, and parent with confidence with Devon Kuntzman
Oct 21, 2025
Q&A: How can I help my 4-year-old feel less scared of Halloween?
Oct 16, 2025
Raising girls who know their worth: Practical tools for building assertiveness, autonomy, and resilience with Kate Rope
Oct 14, 2025
Q&A: What's the difference between executive function coaching and tutoring—and how do I know which my child needs?
Oct 09, 2025
Dr. Stephen Porges on the science of safety and connection: What every parent needs to know about Polyvagal Theory
Oct 07, 2025
Q&A: How can I stay connected to my older kids while my baby is in the NICU?
Oct 02, 2025
The science of interoception: How parents can help kids connect body signals to emotions with OT Kelly Mahler
Sep 30, 2025
Q&A: Is it okay to discipline someone else's child during a playdate?
Sep 25, 2025
Video games, phones & family balance: Teaching kids healthy tech habits free of guilt or power struggles with Ash Brandin
Sep 23, 2025
Q&A: What should I do when empathy and connection doesn't calm my child down?
Sep 18, 2025
Big feelings, belonging, and nervous system regulation: Developing emotional intelligence in the middle years with Alyssa Blask Campbell
Sep 16, 2025
Q&A: Dating in parenthood: What's the best way to approach meeting my new girlfriend's kids?
Sep 11, 2025
Collaboration over control: Using Collaborative Problem Solving to navigate power struggles, tantrums, and challenging behaviors with Dr. Stuart Ablon
Sep 09, 2025
Q&A: What are the best toys and strategies to actually get my child to play independently?
Sep 04, 2025
From puberty to perimenopause: Why women deserve the whole story about their bodies with Dr. Lauren Streicher
Sep 02, 2025
Q&A: Is it normal for my child to keep asking about death?
Aug 28, 2025
Parenting highly sensitive kids: Helping "Big Reactors" learn to regulate and manage their intense emotions with Claire Lerner
Aug 26, 2025
Q&A: My 3-year-old twins used to be good sleepers, but all of a sudden they are both struggling - help!
Aug 21, 2025
Divorce, custody & co-parenting: The legal considerations parents need to know with matrimonial attorney Lisa Zeiderman
Aug 19, 2025
Q&A: What should I do if my child hears the N-word in a song?
Aug 14, 2025
The grandparent transition: Managing emotions, roles and boundaries with Carol Merle-Fishman
Aug 12, 2025
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?
Aug 07, 2025
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
Aug 05, 2025
Q&A: Is my child anxious or just sensitive? Or could it be both?
Jul 31, 2025
The neuroscience of raising emotionally resilient kids: Supporting your child's emotional growth and regulation with Dr. Kristen Lindquist
Jul 29, 2025
Q&A: What's the best way to explain and prepare my toddler for my upcoming surgery without scaring them?
Jul 24, 2025
When your partner feels like a roommate: Why couples can feel disconnected after kids and what to do to reconnect with Chelsea Skaggs
Jul 22, 2025
Q&A: What should I do if my partner and I disagree on how to handle our child's ADHD?
Jul 17, 2025
Peaceful Parenting strategies for navigating tantrums, big feelings, screen time and more with Dr. Laura Markham
Jul 15, 2025
Q&A: Am I holding my child back by letting them skip social events?
Jul 10, 2025
Navigating divorce or separation through a family systems approach: Preventative steps to reduce the risk of insecure attachment with Una Archer
Jul 08, 2025
Q&A: What is the best response to my kid who is constantly saying, "I'm bored"?
Jul 03, 2025
Why boys and girls need different things: The neuroscience of the sexes with Michael Gurian
Jul 01, 2025
Q&A: Where's the line between supporting my child and feeding their anxiety?
Jun 26, 2025
The neuroscience of control: Helping kids cope with stress and become self-driven with Dr. William Stixrud
Jun 24, 2025
Q&A: My 5-year-old prefers my husband, does that mean she is more securely attached to him?
Jun 19, 2025
Self-compassion, critical thinking, and connection: What the research reveals about raising capable kids with Melinda Wenner Moyer
Jun 17, 2025
Q&A: My toddler is otherwise potty trained, but still won't poop on the potty - what can I do?
Jun 12, 2025
The hidden power of creativity in supporting mental health, resilience, and burnout with art therapist Sharon Itkoff Nacache
Jun 10, 2025
Q&A: Is it possible to wean my strong-willed one-year-old off breastfeeding without damaging our bond?
Jun 05, 2025
What every parent needs to know about ADHD: Brain science, behavior, and real-life strategies with Dr. Eliza Barach
Jun 03, 2025
Q&A: What can I do when my husband pressures our son to play sports, but that's just not who he is?
May 29, 2025
How smartphones really affect kids' mental health: Surprising findings from cutting-edge research with Dr. Wendy Rote
May 27, 2025
Q&A: How do I set boundaries with my neighbor whose child keeps coming over uninvited?
May 22, 2025
Is it normal anxiety or something more? Understanding the signs and supporting kids through fears with Jennie Monness
May 20, 2025
Q&A: My toddler is so sensitive that even when I'm being silly with him, he loses it. What can I do?
May 15, 2025
C-Sections, birth trauma and the fight for better maternal care with Rachel Somerstein
May 13, 2025
Q&A: My 3-year-old is ok with sharing, but refuses to take turns - what can I do?
May 08, 2025
Stress, screens, shifting hormones, and early puberty: Why parenting 6-12 year olds is more important now than ever with Dr. Sheryl Ziegler
May 06, 2025
Q&A: My 8-year-old is suddenly refusing to go to school, how should I handle this?
May 01, 2025
Is a Neuropsych Evaluation right for your child? Breaking down the process with Dr. Yael Rothman & Dr. Katia Fredriksen
Apr 29, 2025
Q&A: How can I help my child handle losing without meltdowns or tears?
Apr 24, 2025
When your child has a chronic illness: Navigating challenges, fostering autonomy, and managing anxiety with Dr. Kate Herts
Apr 22, 2025
Q&A: I know we're supposed to love our children equally…but what if I don't?
Apr 17, 2025
The science of energy healing: The impact attention, intention, and presence has on our nervous system with Stephanie Filardi
Apr 15, 2025
Q&A: Is my 3-year-old's hitting a sign of aggression or sensory seeking?
Apr 10, 2025
How we heal: Rethinking attachment through the lens of AEDP with Dr. Diana Fosha and Karen Pando Mars
Apr 08, 2025
Q&A: How can I get my child with ADHD go from one activity to the next without a fight?
Apr 03, 2025
Parenting styles across cultures: The universal and unique factors that influence secure attachment bonds with Dr. Miguelina German
Apr 01, 2025
Q&A: How can I find a safe therapist after experiencing complex trauma?
Mar 27, 2025
Can a secure attachment bond protect children against Imposter Syndrome? A conversation with Dr. Lisa Orbé-Austin
Mar 25, 2025
Q&A: How can I help my child who's scared every small injury is an emergency?
Mar 20, 2025
Self sacrifice, mom-guilt, and martyrdom in motherhood: Fighting against the pressure to be perfect with Gayane Aramyan
Mar 18, 2025
Q&A: My 5-year-old has been clingy and hyperfocused on one friend, is this normal?
Mar 13, 2025
Parenting after complex trauma: A mother's journey toward healing in parenthood with Stephanie Foo
Mar 11, 2025
Q&A: Is my guilt over being a working mom hurting my parenting?
Mar 06, 2025
Empowering girls to navigate media, body image, and societal pressures with Dr. Jo-Ann Finkelstein
Mar 04, 2025
Q&A: When is the best time to tell my toddler that I'm pregnant?
Feb 27, 2025
The do's and don'ts of supporting a grieving child: What every parent needs to know with Dr. Dan Wolfson
Feb 25, 2025
Q&A: What can I do when my child feels left out by her friends?
Feb 20, 2025
Beyond the 6-week checkup: A realistic look at postpartum and early parenthood with Dr. Jessica Vernon
Feb 18, 2025
Q&A: My high-schooler is struggling with perfectionism and academic pressures, how can I help him feel less stressed?
Feb 13, 2025
Codependency, insecure attachment, and relationship patterns: Creating stronger, healthier romantic partnerships with Alana Carvalho
Feb 11, 2025
Q&A: How can I maintain a relationship with my mom who has extremist political views?
Feb 06, 2025
Music, mindfulness, and play: Using play to strengthen your child's secure attachment bond with Vered Benhorin
Feb 04, 2025
Q&A: Is "nesting" during a divorce better for your kids?
Jan 30, 2025
The surprising science of sibling relationships: Why your kids fight and how to foster closeness with Dr. Jonathan Caspi
Jan 28, 2025
Q&A: How can I help my child learn to be patient when she wants my attention immediately?
Jan 23, 2025
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
Jan 21, 2025
Q&A: How do I rekindle my friendships after being so mom-focused for years now?
Jan 16, 2025
Maternal health, dyadic work, and IFS: Why specialized mental healthcare providers matter with Rebecca Geshuri and Paige Bellenbaum
Jan 14, 2025
Q&A: When switching daycares, should I transition my toddler in steps or all at once?
Jan 09, 2025
Breaking free from "girl-boss" culture: Balancing career, family, and fulfillment with Neha Ruch
Jan 07, 2025
Q&A: How do I get my young kids to stop swearing?
Jan 02, 2025
A deep dive on parental burnout: What it is, why it happens, and how to overcome it
Dec 31, 2024
Q&A: My 5-year-old says she doesn't want a sibling but I want to have another baby. What do I say?
Dec 26, 2024
Emotion regulation through play: Turning everyday moments into growth opportunities with Dr. Abbré McClain and Dr. Jacqueline Salazar
Dec 24, 2024
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?
Dec 19, 2024
The hidden dangers of EdTech: How technology in schools impacts learning, child development, and mental health with Andy Liddell
Dec 17, 2024
Q&A: How do I respond to my daughter's "mean girl" behaviors? Is she a bully?
Dec 12, 2024
Unifying mothers in a post-election America: Advocating for Women's Rights through bipartisan reform with Erin Erenberg
Dec 10, 2024
Q&A: Can my kid also get dysregulated from positive emotions, like excitement?
Dec 05, 2024
Neurodiverse brains and sleep: How to modify traditional sleep strategies with Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown
Dec 03, 2024
Q&A: How do I know if I'm giving in too much and becoming permissive?
Nov 28, 2024
Are vaccines safe? Common questions answered by pediatrician Dr. Caity Gilman
Nov 26, 2024
Q&A: How do I get my 3-year-old to stop screaming at me whenever she gets frustrated?
Nov 21, 2024
Project-Based Learning: Teaching kids to think critically, creatively, and collaboratively with Kim Mishkin
Nov 19, 2024
Q&A: How do I stop my child from picking up his friend's bad behaviors?
Nov 14, 2024
Back by popular demand: Attachment theory and fostering secure attachment relationships
Nov 12, 2024
Q&A: What is your take as a psychologist on making kids do chores?
Nov 07, 2024
Secure attachment and growth mindset: The science behind raising well-adjusted kids with Melinda Wenner Moyer
Nov 05, 2024
Q&A: How can I encourage my shy child without making them feel like being shy is bad?
Oct 31, 2024
How to make mindfulness more "user-friendly" for parents with ADHD with Dr. Lidia Zylowska
Oct 29, 2024
Q&A: Do you think virtual therapy would be helpful for my postpartum challenges?
Oct 24, 2024
Preparing for pregnancy and postpartum with twins or triplets with doula and newborn care specialist Kristin Revere
Oct 22, 2024
Q&A: How can I tell if my child is ready for sleep-away camp?
Oct 17, 2024
Turning parenthood into a career asset for working moms and dads with The Fifth Trimester's Lauren Smith Brody
Oct 15, 2024
Q&A: Diving deep into how vital parental support is on this World Mental Health Day
Oct 10, 2024
Understanding parental dysregulation: How to identify and manage your triggers with Dr. Amber Thornton
Oct 08, 2024
Q&A: How can I help my child overcome a phobia?
Oct 03, 2024
Have phones displaced our ability to play and have fun? How to be intentional with your tech use with Catherine Price
Oct 01, 2024
Q&A: How can I help my child with separation anxiety for a smoother daycare drop off?
Sep 26, 2024
Processing birth trauma: How to make sense of, heal, and move forward after a difficult birthing experience with Dr. Sterling
Sep 24, 2024
Q&A: How can I support my child's self-confidence when she calls herself dumb?
Sep 19, 2024
Temperament, personality, and parenting: What you do (and don't) have control over as a parent with Dr. Koraly Pérez-Edgar
Sep 17, 2024
Q&A: Why are birthday parties so hard for my kid?
Sep 12, 2024
Rethinking discipline: How to get through to your sensitive child and teach them lessons that will stick with Dr. Vanessa Lapointe
Sep 10, 2024
Q&A: How can I prepare for an IEP or 504 meeting after my child receives an ADHD diagnosis?
Sep 05, 2024
Parenting with the "Whole-Brain": How to work with the brain rather than fight against with Dr. Dan Siegel
Sep 03, 2024
Q&A: How can I get my child to cooperate without using threats?
Aug 29, 2024
Lessons from a crisis negotiator: Utilizing conflict resolution strategies in your parenting with Karleen Savage
Aug 27, 2024
Q&A: How can I build my toddler's assertiveness skills?
Aug 22, 2024
Busting positive parenting myths to help you authentically foster secure attachment and connection with Raised Good's Tracy Gillett
Aug 20, 2024
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
Aug 15, 2024
A deep dive into potty learning: Everything you need to know to successfully potty train your child
Aug 13, 2024
Q&A: My kid's hands are always in their pants, how do I set a boundary without shaming them?
Aug 08, 2024
Pelvic care, energetic healing, and body wisdom: Taking a holistic approach to women's health with Tami Lynn Kent
Aug 06, 2024
Q&A: What do I do if my child would never stop eating unless I restrict them?
Aug 01, 2024
Unlocking motivation: Helping kids who seem stuck with Dr. Ellen Braaten
Jul 30, 2024
Q&A: How do I know if my child is too young for therapy?
Jul 25, 2024
Cycle syncing, restorative practices, and natural rhythms: Taking a holistic approach to self-care with Dr. Jessica Plancich Shinners
Jul 23, 2024
Q&A: Are love languages legit?
Jul 18, 2024
Redefining what it means to be neurodiverse: Harnessing the power of the human brain with Wynford Dore
Jul 16, 2024
Q&A: How can I foster a strong sibling bond between my social butterfly and more introverted daughter?
Jul 11, 2024
Navigating conflict in your relationship: Reducing tension and stress in parenting for a stronger partnership with Dr. Marina Rosenthal
Jul 09, 2024
Q&A: Is there a right and wrong way to encourage independent play?
Jul 04, 2024
How "mom brain" can be our greatest strength, not our biggest weakness with Dr. Nicole Pensak
Jul 02, 2024
Q&A: Does teaching my kid to punch a pillow when they're mad make them more aggressive?
Jun 27, 2024
Raising emotionally intelligent sons: Parenting boys to combat "toxic masculinity" with Ruth Whippman
Jun 25, 2024
Q&A: What's the best way to talk about my child's diagnosis with her and her sibling?
Jun 20, 2024
Movement and motherhood: Expert advice on staying active throughout pregnancy and well into parenthood with Dr. Megan Roche
Jun 18, 2024
Q&A: Why June sucks! (for parents and kids)
Jun 13, 2024
Independent sleeping: Practical solutions for getting your child to stay in their own bed with Eileen Henry
Jun 11, 2024
Q&A: How can I get my toddler to share and play nicely with other kids?
Jun 06, 2024
Using Internal Family Systems to emotionally support mothers with the creators of The Mothercentric Approach
Jun 04, 2024
Q&A: How can I help my child maintain their friendships over the summer?
May 30, 2024
Picky eating, ARFID, and SPACE: How a new anxiety treatment can help your child be more flexible around food with Dr. Yaara Shimshoni
May 28, 2024
Q&A: How can I use a positive parenting approach with my older kids?
May 23, 2024
The science of "mom-rage" and how to use mindfulness as a tool for being less reactive with Diana Winston
May 21, 2024
Q&A: What strategies can help me be more attuned to my child?
May 16, 2024
Regulation, reward systems, and rest: Rewiring the way our kids interact with screens with Alé Duarte
May 14, 2024
Q&A: Is it better for my kids if I send them to daycare, have a nanny, or become a stay-at-home mom?
May 09, 2024
Healing our inner child in order to combat insecure attachment patterns with Jennifer Nurick
May 07, 2024
Q&A: What are strategies for co-parenting with a narcissist?
May 02, 2024
Youth sports and body image: Fostering positive body image and self-esteem in young athletes with Zoë Bisbing
Apr 30, 2024
Q&A: When should you start being concerned about your kid's tantrums?
Apr 25, 2024
Cooking Up Inclusivity: Nurturing open mindedness in kids through food with Priya Krishna
Apr 23, 2024
Q&A: Is it bad to "baby" the baby?
Apr 18, 2024
Confronting death to find a deeper meaning in life: A continuation of my conversation with Rabbi Steve Leder
Apr 16, 2024
Q&A: Is it okay for screen time "rules" to go out the window on travel days?
Apr 11, 2024
Death, grief, and parenting: How we can help our kids make sense of and make peace with death with Rabbi Steve Leder
Apr 09, 2024
Q&A: What are the do's and don't for introducing screens to my toddler?
Apr 04, 2024
The power of stories in parenthood: Representation, identity, social media, and the "rules" of parenthood with L'Oreal Thompson Payton
Apr 02, 2024
Q&A: How to tell your child you have cancer
Mar 28, 2024
Finding positives in spite of our pain: A mother's journey navigating her child's illness with Dr. Maggie Kang
Mar 26, 2024
Q&A: How can I parent my daughter so she doesn't become a people pleaser?
Mar 21, 2024
Using presence as the antidote to trauma: How we begin to break cycles with Dr. Jacob Ham
Mar 19, 2024
Q&A: How can I handle jealousy and sibling rivalry?
Mar 14, 2024
Breaking the silence: A mother's personal story of surviving postpartum psychosis
Mar 12, 2024
Q&A: What is the best way to allow my preschooler to play with gender norms?
Mar 07, 2024
Raising conscious kids: A thoughtful exploration of bias, cultural identity, and diversity with Dr. Dana E. Crawford
Mar 05, 2024
Q&A: How can I get my 3-year-old to do things they don't want to do?
Feb 29, 2024
How mentally strong people handle life's up's and downs: Unpacking honesty, kindness, guilt, and intentionality with Amy Morin
Feb 27, 2024
Q&A: How do I support my child through distress without rescuing them immediately?
Feb 22, 2024
ADHD and attachment security: How to connect with and support your neurodiverse child with Dr. Norrine Russell
Feb 20, 2024
Q&A: How do I know when my child's anxiety requires a mental health intervention?
Feb 15, 2024
Love, intimacy, and parenthood: Fostering our romantic relationships with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish
Feb 13, 2024
Q&A: When I tell my child to stop, they just dig their heels in more—what can I do?
Feb 08, 2024
Back by popular demand: How to change your child's behavior in just 3 weeks
Feb 06, 2024
Q&A: Preventing burnout when you have a sensitive child
Feb 01, 2024
Being intentional about the time and energy you devote to your many roles: Balancing parenthood, partnership, and work with Dr. Yael Schonbrun
Jan 30, 2024
Q&A: When school calls: How to address behavioral concerns from my child's teacher?
Jan 25, 2024
Debunking the myth of learning styles: What the research actually says are the best ways to teach our children with Dr. Dan Willingham
Jan 23, 2024
Q&A: Is it okay to bribe my kids to get them to cooperate?
Jan 18, 2024
Managing anxiety and stress in parenthood: Finding balance and joy in the journey with Dr. Ilyse Dobrow DiMarco
Jan 16, 2024
Q&A: What can parents do to help support their child with ADHD?
Jan 11, 2024
The fluidity of secure and insecure attachment patterns with Dr. Annie Zimmerman
Jan 09, 2024
Q&A: Are there effective strategies for curbing biting before toddlerhood?
Jan 04, 2024
Parenting in the digital age: Navigating screen time, cyberbullying, and social media with Dr. Devorah Heitner
Jan 02, 2024
Q&A: How can I help my child prepare for and transition to new childcare?
Dec 28, 2023
Transforming Relationships: How Integrative Attachment Family Therapy can deepen bonds with Dafna Lender
Dec 26, 2023
Q&A: What can I do to ensure my child doesn't feel pressure to perform for other adults?
Dec 21, 2023
Why one size-fits-all parenting doesn't work and how to parent for the way YOUR child is wired with Dr. Danielle Dick
Dec 19, 2023
Q&A: Can a child be too young for parents to build their resilience?
Dec 14, 2023
Breaking the perfectionist mold: How embracing the messy middle is healthier for you and your kids with Monica Packer
Dec 12, 2023
Q&A: When do I allow my partner space to problem-solve with our child and when is it time to step in?
Dec 07, 2023
Resilience in the face of transition: Supporting your kids through a big move with military spouse and psychologist Dr. Hannah Samaha
Dec 05, 2023
Q&A: How can we implement consequences that teach, not just punish, our kids?
Nov 30, 2023
Balancing love, limits, and empathy: How to use connection to make parenting easier with Jennifer Kolari
Nov 28, 2023
Q&A: Does using Elf on the Shelf undermine my respectful parenting philosophy?
Nov 23, 2023
Combating milestone anxiety: What to know about child development from pediatrician Dr. Jessica Hochman
Nov 21, 2023
Q&A: My 4-year-old can't keep his hands to himself, could that be a sensory issue?
Nov 16, 2023
Bridging ancient wisdom and modern science with yoga therapist Nicole Katz
Nov 14, 2023
Q&A: How to answer your kid's questions about gender
Nov 09, 2023
Unlocking the power of polyvagal theory: Using the nervous system to wire our children for resilience, with Seth Porges
Nov 07, 2023
Q&A: What are practical tips for dealing with whining kids?
Nov 02, 2023
The hidden dangers of an achievement centric approach with Jennifer Breheny Wallace
Oct 31, 2023
Q&A: Will encouraging my child's big imagination lead to lying in the future?
Oct 26, 2023
Couple goals: Unlocking the secrets to a thriving partnership as you parent together with Dr. Suzanne Burger
Oct 24, 2023
Q&A: How do I raise a street smart kid who understands risks without creating a heightened sense of danger and fear
Oct 19, 2023
Becoming the parents your kids deserve with Gary John Bishop
Oct 17, 2023
Q&A: How can I support my teen who is having trouble adjusting to college?
Oct 12, 2023
How understanding our child's sensory sensitivities can help us strengthen their emotional intelligence with Alyssa Blask Campbell
Oct 10, 2023
Q&A: Can my kid be securely attached to me if I'm insecurely attached in my adult relationships?
Oct 05, 2023
The most crucial 20 minutes: How bedtime stories can deepen relationships and help kids let go of their day with Andrew Newman
Oct 03, 2023
Q&A: What are appropriate consequences when my child doesn't listen?
Sep 28, 2023
When none of the gentle parenting scripts and tips work for your kid with Dr. Cindy Hovington
Sep 26, 2023
Q&A: What can I do when all the "rules" for setting limits don't work for my sensitive kid?
Sep 21, 2023
Change your child's behavior in just 3 weeks: How to create your own personalized action plan
Sep 19, 2023
Q&A: Why does my child lose it more with me than anyone else?
Sep 14, 2023
How to move out of power struggles and into cooperation with Jen Lumanlan
Sep 12, 2023
Q&A: How do I help my child with ADHD utilize school support systems without feeling embarrassed or self-conscious?
Sep 07, 2023
How to support our kids' autonomy and independence, minus the power struggles, with Dr. Emily Edlynn
Sep 05, 2023
Q&A: How can I support my sensitive, "spicy," highly emotional child?
Aug 31, 2023
How mold, Lyme, pesticides, and other toxins may be impacting your child's physical and mental health with integrative pediatrician Dr. Pejman Katiraei
Aug 29, 2023
Q&A: Is there anything I can do while I'm pregnant to make me less vulnerable to postpartum anxiety?
Aug 24, 2023
Fostering secure attachments in peer relationships: Helping our children form strong friendship bonds with Dr. Eileen Kennedy-Moore
Aug 22, 2023
Q&A: Is it okay to let my child quit an activity?
Aug 17, 2023
Finding support in pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenthood with Doula and activist Chanel Porchia-Albert
Aug 15, 2023
Q&A: How can I tell my toddler that I had a miscarriage?
Aug 10, 2023
Sleep training, bed sharing, contact sleep, and postpartum: The neuroscience of sleep with Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum
Aug 08, 2023
Q&A: Is there something I can do to strengthen my child's relationship with my ex?
Aug 03, 2023
Breaking the silence: A comprehensive breakdown of selective mutism with Dr. Carmen Tumialan Lynas
Aug 01, 2023
Q&A: How can I keep my child from being spoiled?
Jul 27, 2023
How nurturing shapes our child's brain and sets them up for lifelong mental health with Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum
Jul 25, 2023
Q&A: Is it okay to let my daughter play with Barbies?
Jul 20, 2023
Transform mealtimes: Expert tips for raising healthy eaters with Amelia Sherry
Jul 18, 2023
Q&A: Can you get stuck in a state of fight-or-flight?
Jul 13, 2023
NICU survival guide: Establishing a secure attachment even when your child is in the hospital with the founders of NICU Nook
Jul 11, 2023
Q&A: Do you need enrichment classes for baby's healthy brain development?
Jul 06, 2023
Hustle culture is changing the way we parent: Why slowing down is the key to finding balance with Joe Sanok
Jul 04, 2023
Q&A: Is my kid ready for a sleepover?
Jun 29, 2023
Is my child insecurely attached? Unraveling common misconceptions about attachment styles with Dr. Tanya Cotler
Jun 27, 2023
Q&A: When and how should we pull the pacifier?
Jun 22, 2023
How to talk so your teen will listen (plus lay the groundwork for this when they're little) with Elizabeth Bennett
Jun 20, 2023
A parenting playbook for new dads: What it means to be a father with Kendall Smith
Jun 13, 2023
Recognizing and overcoming codependency in parenthood with Alana Carvalho
Jun 06, 2023
How RIE can evolve into lifelong respectful parenting: Growing your parenting approach as your child grows with Janet Lansbury
May 30, 2023
Becoming a grandparent: Embracing the complicated identity shifts that come when your baby has a baby with Carol Merle-Fishman
May 23, 2023
Secure attachment vs. social media: Navigating their effects on body image from early childhood to teen years with Dr. Miriam Steele
May 16, 2023
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
May 09, 2023
How to improve your newborn's sleep without sleep training or crying it out with Eva Klein
May 02, 2023
How to use the principles of attachment science to make parenting easier
Apr 25, 2023
Buying, living, and teaching sustainability: Simple steps that can help save our planet with The New York Stylist, Liz Teich
Apr 18, 2023
What do standardized tests really measure? A conversation about intelligence with Dr. Rina Bliss
Apr 11, 2023
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
Apr 04, 2023
Balancing the load of parenthood: Becoming a team with your partner-in-parenting with Lauren A. Tetenbaum
Mar 28, 2023
Are we ever really done being postpartum? Redefining what it means to be postpartum with Mama Psychologists' Dr. Chelsea Bodie
Mar 21, 2023
Toddler sleep: Why it's different than infant sleep and how to use the attachment relationship to help them fall asleep, with Eileen Henry
Mar 14, 2023
Quit the never-ending to-do list: How to find balance in the home, at work, and in parenthood with Chelsi Jo
Mar 07, 2023
Is fun the antidote to burnout? How play could be the key to mental health and well-being with Dr. Mike Rucker
Feb 28, 2023
Addressing the crushing weight of parenthood: How to lighten the load in pregnancy and parenthood with Dr. Sterling
Feb 21, 2023
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
Feb 14, 2023
Fostering deep and meaningful relationships: How to resolve conflict, prioritize our needs, and set appropriate boundaries with Dr. Rick Hanson
Feb 07, 2023
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
Jan 31, 2023
Why do I have 2 moms? Helping children understand the beauty in family differences with LGBTQ+ mom and clinical psychologist Dr. Erica Miller
Jan 24, 2023
How to mindfully parent a threenager: Navigating power struggles, limit testing, and excessive no's with your 3-year-old
Jan 17, 2023
What it means to be a working parent today: Challenging parental guilt, managing your time, and setting effective boundaries with Daisy Dowling
Jan 10, 2023
Social anxiety in parenthood: Navigating play dates, mom-friends, and putting yourself out there with Justine Carino
Jan 03, 2023
Parenting through loss: Navigating the struggles of infertility, miscarriages, and loss in parenthood with Dr. Shara Brofman
Dec 27, 2022
Tips for traveling with babies, toddlers, and children: What every parent needs to hear before their family vacation begins with Jennie Monness
Dec 20, 2022
My child keeps biting, what do I do? How to address biting in toddlers and young children with Dr. Emily Upshur
Dec 13, 2022
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
Dec 06, 2022
Helping your child cope with anxiety: A conversation with clinical psychologist Dr. Terri Bacow
Nov 29, 2022
What to do before, during and after we lose our cool: Helping parents navigate their own big feelings with Dr. Cindy Hovington
Nov 22, 2022
Staying flexible, present and self-compassionate in early parenthood: Practical mindfulness tools for postpartum mental health with Dr. Kira Bartlett
Nov 15, 2022
Secure attachment is optimal, but insecure attachment may not be as bad as we think: A conversation with attachment researcher Dr. Or Dagan
Nov 08, 2022
RIE in the real world: How two moms use and teach RIE with Courtney Dern
Nov 01, 2022
You can't sit with us: How to handle peer rejection in early adolescence with Dr. Emily Upshur
Oct 25, 2022
I don't want to play with you: How to handle peer rejection in toddlerhood Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur
Oct 18, 2022
Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE): How a new treatment for childhood anxiety and OCD is revolutionizing care with Dr. Eli Lebowitz
Oct 11, 2022
The neuroscience of mindfulness and how teaching these skills to our kids has worldwide impact with Dr. Dan Siegel
Oct 04, 2022
Helping children process, accept and understand death: With death doula Heather Hogan
Sep 27, 2022
How to support children experiencing abandonment or separation from a parent: Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur
Sep 20, 2022
Transitioning from one child to two: How to support everyone as your family grows with supermom Lindsay Ellingson
Sep 13, 2022
Parents are burnt out: A breakdown of what went wrong and how we can prioritize our own mental health with Shelley Kemmerer
Sep 06, 2022
Busting parenting gender stereotypes: A dad's perspective on respectful parenting with Eli Weinstein
Aug 30, 2022
Helping preschool parents prepare for drop-off, separation anxiety, and the development of social skills with Meredith Gary
Aug 23, 2022
Moving beyond parenting scripts: Fostering deep, authentic and connected conversations with your kids with Rebecca Rolland
Aug 16, 2022
Potty training, bed wetting and constipation: A conversation about pediatric pelvic health with Quiara Smith
Aug 09, 2022
Motherhood as advocacy: A conversation about paid family leave, abortion access and gun reform with Raena Boston
Aug 02, 2022
Giving our children enough space to grow and learn: Raising self-confident and resilient children with Nellie Harden
Jul 26, 2022
The battle over screen time: Helping our children form a healthy relationship to technology with Emily Cherkin
Jul 19, 2022
Sex after baby part II: When we want to want it but we're just touched out
Jul 12, 2022
How to ease your child's anxiety for doctors visits: A conversation with pediatrician Dr. Rachel Geronemus
Jul 05, 2022
Sex after baby: How to reconnect and increase intimacy with your partner with Chelsea Skaggs
Jun 28, 2022
Setting your child's brain up for success this summer: How to keep executive functioning skills strong without the structure of the school year
Jun 21, 2022
Parenting through an American gun crisis: Helping parents feel educated, informed and empowered
Jun 14, 2022
My child is non-binary: A personal story of acceptance and love from Alexis Barad-Cutler
Jun 07, 2022
Positive parenting isn't permissive parenting: How to integrate effective discipline that prioritizes emotional and mental health with Sarah R. Moore
May 31, 2022
Setting boundaries with your parents and in-laws: Navigating family dynamics Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur
May 24, 2022
Simplifying the jargon associated with therapy: How to be an educated consumer of psychological interventions with Dr. Katie C. Lewis
May 17, 2022
Addressing a broken system: How to prioritize your mental and physical health during complicated pregnancies with high-risk OB/GYN Dr. Tracy Shevell
May 10, 2022
Supporting our children's emotional regulation and sensory processing experiences: With occupational therapist Laura Petix
May 03, 2022
The difference between a tantrum and a meltdown: Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur
Apr 26, 2022
What we hold in our bodies: Unlocking emotions through dance and movement therapy with Dr. Lori Baudino
Apr 19, 2022
The benefits of mindfulness: How to use this practice for ourselves and our children with Diana Winston
Apr 12, 2022
The importance of proper repair after rupture: Strengthening our parent-child relationships with Dana Rosenbloom
Apr 05, 2022
Fostering independent play and a love of learning with Lizzie Assa
Mar 29, 2022
School refusal and anxiety: What parents can do to support their children with Dr. Erica Miller
Mar 22, 2022
Busting divorce myths and breaking down the true effect it has on children: A conversation with Michelle Dempsey-Multack
Mar 15, 2022
Using your child's brain, body and nervous system to guide your parenting: A conversation with child psychologist Dr. Mona Delahooke
Mar 08, 2022
Bonus Episode: How I'm talking to my kids about unmasking policies at school
Mar 07, 2022
Nurturing our child's relationship with food: A conversation with registered dietitian Katie Thomson
Mar 01, 2022
Understanding parenting styles and the benefits of an authoritative approach: Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur
Feb 22, 2022
The parallels between couples and family therapy: And the takeaways we can use from both with Dr. Marina Rosenthal
Feb 15, 2022
Finding your confidence in your child's first year: Two moms share their experience
Feb 08, 2022
Maternal mental health throughout pregnancy and parenthood with birth doula Carson Meyer
Feb 01, 2022
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
Jan 25, 2022
The pressures of motherhood in our society: And how we can come together to feel less alone with Alexis Barad-Cutler
Jan 18, 2022
How parents can use music as an emotion regulator with music therapist Vered
Jan 11, 2022
Going back to work after baby: Maintaining a healthy and secure attachment bond Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur
Jan 04, 2022
It's not about me: How to not take your child's behavior so personally with Kim John Payne
Dec 28, 2021
Preparing your mind and body for pregnancy, birth and postpartum with The Bloom Method's Brooke Cates
Dec 21, 2021
Self-care strategies to reduce stress, increase confidence and prevent burnout in parenthood with Dr. Erin O'Connor
Dec 14, 2021
An honest look at respectful parenting: The 5 parenting "rules" I break as a mom
Dec 07, 2021
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
Nov 30, 2021
Redefining trauma informed parenting: How parents can utilize this framework for all children with Robyn Gobbel
Nov 23, 2021
Why COVID pushed parents to the brink and what we can do about it with Julia Dennison
Nov 16, 2021
The psychology behind dysregulation with founder of Parenting Translator Cara Goodwin
Nov 09, 2021
Nurturing your child's relationship to music with musician and dad Mark Joseph
Nov 02, 2021
The evolution of love: How to use attachment theory to break cycles and worry less in your parenting with Bethany Saltman
Oct 26, 2021
Considering hitting pause in your career? Redefining what it means to be a stay-at-home parent with Neha Ruch
Oct 19, 2021
How will masks impact children's language and social-emotional development? A conversation with SLP Becky Birkenfeld
Oct 12, 2021
Navigating sibling fights: Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur
Oct 05, 2021
Finding your footing in fatherhood: My husband's journey with RIE and respectful parenting
Sep 28, 2021
Busting parents' biggest sleep myths to turn bedtime from stressful to restful with Lauren Wolf
Sep 21, 2021
Time Saving Hacks: 5 ways parents can get back time
Sep 14, 2021
Expanding the postpartum conversation: How PMADs can affect new fathers with Dr. Emily Upshur
Sep 07, 2021
Motherhood as a Millennial: Tuning out the noise and learning to find trust in ourselves with Marcella Kelson
Aug 31, 2021
Beyond postpartum depression: A breakdown of all PMADs (perinatal mood and anxiety disorders)
Aug 24, 2021
Healing trauma and fostering connection through cooking with children with Chef Kibby
Aug 17, 2021
How parents can teach body safety rules and help prevent child sexual abuse with Feather Berkower
Aug 10, 2021
Is it picky eating or a feeding disorder? How to handle both with feeding therapist Rebecca Taskin
Aug 03, 2021
Child favoring one parent? Strategies that strengthen bonds and foster flexibility: Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur
Jul 27, 2021
Sleep training, sleep learning, cry it out, or never let them cry: The basics of creating an ideal sleep environment with Eileen Henry
Jul 20, 2021
Getting on the same page as your partner in parenting
Jul 13, 2021
Teaching children emotion regulation skills through coregulation with Dana Rosenbloom
Jul 06, 2021
Using the RIE method to create strong parent-child relationships with Deborah Carlisle Solomon
Jun 29, 2021
You hear "I hate you!" but what is your child really trying to communicate: Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur
Jun 22, 2021
The Wonders of Play: More Than Just a Way to Pass the Time : A conversation with Jennie Monness
Jun 15, 2021
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