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Mar 10, 2026

Rebecca Thompson, family physician, on redefining strength in motherhood and why vulnerability matters more than being the “strong mom.” An honest conversation about the difference between pity and compassion, the tension between privacy and oversharing, and the emotional truth that grief and joy can coexist. This...


Feb 26, 2026

Dr. Ross Greene breaks down why more kids are struggling today and why it’s not just social media’s fault. He explains developmental variability, why meeting kids where they are isn’t lowering expectations, and what really drives anxiety, depression, and distress in children. A must-listen for parents, educators,...


Feb 20, 2026

What is mental health? What is a diagnosis? Are ADHD and autism genetic? And what happens to families when every struggle gets a label?

In this provocative conversation, veteran child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr. Sami Timimi challenges many widely held assumptions about children’s distress, resilience, and the role...


Feb 12, 2026

Devon Kuntzman from Tranforming Toddlerhood on how can you respond to your toddler with both firmness and compassion, the three ingredients of effective parenting, and how to use discipline that actually works. 

  • What toddler tantrums really mean
  • The truth about the “terrible twos”
  • Why toddlers communicate through...


Feb 5, 2026

In this special 10-year celebration, I’m joined by a small group of longtime listeners to reflect on what we’ve learned about becoming better parents. Together, we explore powerful lessons from a decade of podcasting, including the role of self-compassion, the importance of repair, emotion regulation, and deeper...