Loading...

PODCAST

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass

Ever wonder why parenting advice sounds great on Instagram but completely falls apart by bedtime? The Behavior Blueprint: Real Talk for Real Families is a podcast for parents who want to understand what’s really driving their child’s behavior, and what actually helps.Hosted by Mandy Grass, a board-certified behavior analyst, parent coach, former teacher, mom of three, and blended mom of seven, the show breaks down behavior through a science-backed, real-life lens. Each episode explores the function

kids & family parenting

All Episodes

30:14

How We do It: The Shared Journal and the Five-Minute...

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/05/19

If you have ever listened to the show or seen one of Mandy's reels and thought, "does she actually do this in her own house?", this episode is for you! Mandy and two of her daughters are pulling back the curtain on their own family dynamics, as they share how they utilize shared journaling and the five-minute rule. In this special behind-the-scenes episode, Mandy, Lola, and Parker discuss how they utilize these tools, even sharing journal entries about hurt feelings, things they are personally

en

31:57

Behavior Blueprint Q&A: ADHD Meds, Perfectionism,...

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/05/12

You asked, and Mandy is answering! In this special Q&A edition of the Behavior Blueprint, Mandy takes listener questions straight from Instagram to provide the deep dive answers that just won't fit into a 90-second reel.Covering everything from the logistics of starting an ADHD medication journey to managing those massive soap messes in the bathroom, this episode gets into what is on your mind as a parent. Whether you are trying to help a perfectionist child handle constructive feedback, teach an

en

23:49

Why "Doing Fine" in School Isn't Always Fine: How to...

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/05/05

If you've ever looked at your child's report card and known they are working twice as hard just to keep their head above water, this episode is for you. Mandy puts on her former special education teacher hat to share her own childhood dyslexia journey, as she gives the blueprint for navigating the confusing world of school evaluations and supports. Learn about the critical differences between an IEP and a 504 Plan and why public education is designed for access, not optimization. Get a guide on

en

29:55

Live Coaching: How to Stop the Chore Complaining

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/04/28

Have you ever given your kids a chore to do, only to find the laundry hidden behind a dresser or the toys shoved into random corners? You are definitely not alone. In a special live coaching episode, Mandy sits down with Sarah, a mom of three and a public school superintendent, to troubleshoot her family's chore routines. Sarah previously used Mandy's strategies to fix a severe bedtime battle in just three days, and now she is back to figure out how to get her kids to unload the dishwasher, put

en

25:45

How to End the Punishment Pile-On and Survive Meltdowns

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/04/21

If you’ve ever thought, "I just don’t like my kid right now," know this...you aren’t alone and you shouldn’t feel guilty for it. Parenting is tough, especially when you find yourself caught in a cycle of tantrums, backtalk, and exhausting power struggles that leave you with a knot in your stomach at bedtime. On this episode, Mandy breaks down how to move from the seemingly neverending conflict to a place of proactive problem solving. Whether you are navigating a public meltdown at grandma’s house

en

23:07

Why Kids Lie and How to Build a Blueprint for Truth

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/04/14

Do you find yourself caught in a cyclical argument over something completely provable? Lying can be one of the most triggering behaviors for parents, but it’s often a child's most effective tool for getting what they want or avoiding what they don't. In this episode, Mandy breaks down the "why" behind the lies. Mandy shares strategies from her own blended family, that will give you the blueprint towards the truth! Whether you're dealing with a preschooler sneaking treats or a tween hiding a bad

en

27:17

Bedtime Battles: A Blueprint for Sleep Transitions...

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/04/07

Is bedtime a battle in your house? From constant delay tactics to kids popping in and out of their rooms 400 times, sleep related behaviors can drive any parent to the brink of insanity. In this episode, Mandy lays out the bedtime blueprint, focusing on the routines and boundaries that happen before the lights go out!Tools & Resources Website:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠thefamilybehaviorist.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social Media: Follow @TheFamilyBehaviorist on⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ and⁠⁠ TikTok⁠⁠. Did you enjoy this episode? Please leave

en

35:03

A Conversation with My Daughter on ADHD and Anxiety

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/03/31

Have you ever wondered what is actually going through your child’s mind when they get distracted, overwhelmed, or stuck in a cycle of anxiety? In this special episode, Mandy is joined by a very important guest: her nine-year-old daughter, Lola!Lola gets incredibly honest about her journey with ADHD and anxiety, offering a rare look at the kid perspective on diagnosis, medication, and parenting. This conversation is a beautiful blueprint for how to build trust, foster self-esteem, and work together

en

27:53

Why Siblings Fight and How You Can Move from Referee...

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/03/24

Does it feel like you’re playing hostage negotiator in your kitchen every morning before everyone is out the door? Whether it’s one child breathing "too loudly" or a battle over a toy no one cared about three seconds ago, sibling conflict can be A LOT. On this episode, Mandy breaks down what is actually driving those sibling squabbles and how parents accidentally keep the cycle going. From understanding the function of the fight to implementing group reinforcement systems, Mandy provides a

en

32:02

Why Tweens Fight You About Screen Time

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/03/17

If technology has become the biggest battle in your home and you find yourself negotiating screen time more than bedtime, this episode is for you. We’ve all been there...the timer goes off, you ask for the iPad, and suddenly it’s a total standoff. So why do our kids fight us so hard on this? In this episode, Mandy breaks down the behavioral science behind the screen time struggle. Learn why tech is the ultimate reinforcement and how the dopamine hit kids get from gaming and social media makes it

en

28:09

Why Kids Act Out For Attention (And What Actually Works)

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/03/10

Do you feel like your child only seems to "act out" the second you pick up your phone, start a conversation with another adult, or try to focus on a sibling? If it feels like you are constantly being pulled away from what you’re doing by disruptive behavior, this episode is for you.In this episode, Mandy explores one of the most common functions of behavior...attention. Find out why children often prefer "bad" attention (like a lecture or a reprimand) over no attention at all and why your

en

35:40

Understanding ADHD in Girls

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/03/03

If you have a daughter who is bright, empathetic, and verbal, but constantly interrupts, struggles with emotional regulation, or seems easily distracted, this episode is for you! ADHD in girls often doesn't look like the stereotypical hyperactive image we expect, which means it frequently goes unnoticed or misunderstood.In this episode, Mandy dives into the unique ways ADHD presents in girls. from executive functioning deficits to the "embarrassment factor" that can lead to social masking. Find

en

25:50

Why Kids Hit and What You Can Do About It

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/02/24

If you find yourself constantly saying, "we don't hit!" only to have it happen again five minutes later, this episode is for you! Hitting is a form of communication, and if we only focus on stopping the physical act, we are missing the most important part: why it’s happening in the first place.In this episode, we explore the four functions of behavior and how they apply to physical aggression. Of course there are the traditional consequences like lectures and time-outs, which often fail, so in

en

30:05

The Science of the Morning Routine Reset

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/02/17

Are your mornings more chaotic than routine? You aren’t alone. In this episode, we dive deep into why routines need regular maintenance and how to use tools like visual schedules, behavioral momentum, and Alexa reminders to take the mental load off parents. Mandy even gets real, revealing her own household’s recent "routine regression" and shares the exact behavioral strategies she used to get seven kids out the door and back on track!Whether you are dealing with a surly teenager who won’t wake up

en

19:27

Change Behavior by Understanding the Why: The 4...

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/02/10

If you want to shape your child’s behavior instead of constantly reacting to it, you have to understand why it is happening.In this first episode of The Behavior Blueprint, board-certified behavior analyst and parent coach Mandy Grass introduces the framework that drives real behavior change by helping parents understand the function behind behavior. You will learn the four functions of behavior and how recognizing what a behavior is doing for a child helps you respond more intentionally, with

en

1:43

The Behavior Blueprint Trailer

The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass ·

2026/01/27

The Behavior Blueprint: Real Talk for Real Families is a parenting podcast hosted by Mandy Grass, a board-certified behavior analyst and mom of 3, blended mom of 7. Through a mix of solo episodes and unscripted conversations with real parents and influencers, Mandy breaks down the why behind kids’ behavior and shares practical, science-backed strategies families can actually use, without judgment, gimmicks, or overwhelm.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

en

36 results

Similar Podcasts

Who Smarted? - Educational Podcast for Kids

Atomic Audio

Storytime for Kids

Storytime for Kids

Doxology Go

Matt Doan

Big Fat Positive: Pregnancy and Parenting (BFP)

Laura Birek, Shanna Micko

Plugged In Entertainment Reviews

Focus on the Family