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Practical Parenting

GBMC HealthCare

The podcast that helps empower parents in the trenches, find joy in the process and thrive through it all.

kids & family parenting

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39:35

It's Red and It Itches

Practical Parenting ·

2025/08/08

From poison ivy and bug bites to eczema and heat rash, we dive into common summertime skin conditions every parent should know about. Find out what causes these rashes, how to prevent them, and practical tips for soothing your child’s discomfort.

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16:36

Microdose: Teaching Time Management Skills

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2025/07/11

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. We have all been in this situation: We ask 14 times to put their shoes on because it’s time to go. We argue with our teen about practicing the piano they chose to play. It’s stressful for all parties involved, and the arguing gets us nowhere. How do we lay the groundwork for kids to develop good time management?

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27:21

Let Your Kids Be Bored

Practical Parenting ·

2025/06/27

Unstructured play and boredom are not only okay, they're essential for your child’s development. In a world filled with scheduled activities and endless screens, allowing kids the time and space to engage in free play can help build creativity, problem-solving skills, and emotional resilience. This episode gives practical tips on balancing structured activities with creative, independent play and how to give your child the freedom they need to thrive.

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Microdose #23: Water Safety This Summer

Practical Parenting ·

2025/06/13

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Accidental drowning is one of the most common causes of death and injury for young children as well as teenagers. As pools open and vacations begin, we want you to have water safety information top of mind.

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40:16

The Gut-Brain Connection: What Your Stomach Is...

Practical Parenting ·

2025/05/30

The connection between your gut microbiome and mental health is fascinating. We explain how the gut and brain are intricately connected through physical and chemical pathways, and how the food we eat can influence mood, behavior, and mental wellbeing. Tune in to learn how you can use nutrition to enhance emotional wellness and mental clarity.

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15:33

Microdose - Managing Screen Time

Practical Parenting ·

2025/05/16

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Social media dominates conversations around effective parenting, and where it typically starts is managing screen time. Parents often struggle with setting effective, realistic boundaries, and we have practical tips for parents trying to navigate tech.

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43:59

Youth Mental Health: Managing Worry to Self Harm

Practical Parenting ·

2025/05/02

From everyday worries to more serious concerns like self-harm, this episode explores practical strategies for empowering kids with emotional regulation skills, building emotional awareness, and encouraging problem-solving. Tune in for actionable tips on supporting your child through life's stressors and fostering resilience.

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Microdose #21: Do we like sleepovers?

Practical Parenting ·

2025/04/18

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Sleepovers were a common childhood event growing up, but we've learned a lot since then. Should these still be a thing? Is there a way to say yes to sleepovers and feel good about it?

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32:57

Navigating Teen Dating and Relationships

Practical Parenting ·

2025/04/04

From middle school friendships to high school relationships, parents can help their teens develop healthy boundaries, recognize signs of unhealthy relationships, and navigate the tricky balance between trust and independence. We talk about respect, consent, and setting boundaries to ensure your teen is a part of safe and respectful relationships. Resources mentioned: gbmc.org/safeCall 1-866-331-9474Text "love is" to 22522loveisrespect.org

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19:35

Microdose #20: Parental disagreements on discipline

Practical Parenting ·

2025/03/21

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Disciplining is often way more than teaching kids how to behave in the world. For parents, it brings up a lot from our childhoods. When two parents with different lived experiences try to blend their styles and beliefs, it can be a challenge. How do we navigate when our partner disagrees with our discipline approach?

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37:28

We're Talking Discipline

Practical Parenting ·

2025/03/07

Discipline is a loaded word and shows up in numerous ways during our parenting journeys. How parents show up when teaching children how to be in the world is laced with our own journeys and upbringings. How do we know the most effective and loving way to support our children while also preparing them to be confident, capable adults?

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REVISIT: PSA on Vaccines

Practical Parenting ·

2025/02/27

On Feb. 26, 2025, a school-aged child died from the measles outbreak in West Texas. The child was unvaccinated and otherwise healthy. This was a preventable death. Vaccines. Save. Lives. They are imperative in keeping our children safe and healthy. We are revisiting this previously-recorded episode so parents can get all the facts from an expert.

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Microdose #19: When one child needs more attention

Practical Parenting ·

2025/02/21

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Sibling dynamics are a learning curve for everyone, but adding in a child who needs extra attention can create an additional layer of challenge and potential resentment. How can parents help navigate sibling dynamics when one has higher level needs?

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36:12

She Started It!: Navigating Sibling Rivalry

Practical Parenting ·

2025/02/07

Sibling dynamics come down to teaching our children how to navigate conflict or problem solve, but it can be draining, especially when everyone is around each other all the time. Here, we outline common sibling conflicts and how to navigate them.

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Microdose #18: What the Cough?

Practical Parenting ·

2025/01/24

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Tis the season … for illness. Coughs are one of the most prominent symptoms for a variety of illnesses, and how do we know when it is just a run-of-the-mill winter cold or something more serious?

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34:27

The Sex Talk

Practical Parenting ·

2025/01/10

We dig deeper on another touchy (no pun intended) topic parents can get hesitant to broach with their teens and tweens—sex and bodies. The Sex Talk as we knew it left something to be desired, but we have more tools now. This ongoing conversation prepares your kids for healthy relationships and comfort with their body for years to come. Listen for tips!

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Microdose #17 - House Rules, But Which House?

Practical Parenting ·

2024/12/27

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Routines during divorce are particularly important for kids and can be made complicated when the rules differ between households. How do you develop consistent routines, prevent children from using differences against parents, and keep the focus on what’s best for the child?

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31:22

Peaceful Partnerships: Parenting Post-divorce

Practical Parenting ·

2024/12/13

Divorce is tricky. You can decide not to be life partners, but if you have children, you still need to maintain a partnership for your children. We help you navigate the mixed emotions, tricky situations, and tough decisions that come with this transition.

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Microdose #16: Why am I Hearing So Much About Pneumonia?

Practical Parenting ·

2024/11/29

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Pneumonia cases in children have been in the news a lot recently. We are here to give you all you need to know and look out for.

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20:28

Young Adults Don't Need to Hear Your Advice

Practical Parenting ·

2024/11/18

Young people don't need your advice on becoming an adult. It’s counterintuitive to how you have been parenting up until this point, but when your child becomes an adolescent, your role needs to change. Hosts discuss how to support your young adult in developing agency, learning from mistakes, building the foundation of confidence and resilience, all while fostering connection between you and them. Dr. Nguyen's TEDx Talk on the subject: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9zkJejNlo4

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