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Parenting in the First 3 Years

Ann McKitrick, MS

Parents of young children and parents-to-be: you"re in the right place! This podcast takes a kind and respectful view of your child"s development during pregnancy and first 3 years. Host Ann McKitrick brings a unique perspective through 30+ years as a child development professor, parenting coach, teacher educator and mentor and most importantly, as a parent. Subscribe now for expert interviews, insightful advice, and real stories about raising a little one in the world today. Go to

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All Episodes

00:30:12

What to Expect in the Fourth Trimester

Parenting in the First 3 Years ·

2022/10/11

Those first weeks at home with a newborn are beautiful, memorable and well, kinda hard. The minute you walk in the door with your new baby, life changes. And frankly, moms can feel a little uninformed about their own recovery, both physical and emotional, in the first months. Carly and Meg of Fourth Trimester Foundations are registered nurses who found their passion working in the postpartum & newborn speciality. They met at work and identified that most of their patients, especially first time

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00:27:34

Making Holiday Plans That Work for Your Child with...

Parenting in the First 3 Years ·

2022/10/04

Holiday gatherings are coming soon. What do you do when your child screams, clings to you and won't be friendly with grandparents, relatives and friends you haven't seen for a while? In this episode, Prerna Richards tells you why this happens, what's going on developmentally and what you can do to help your child feel comfortable and at peace, even in new situations. For full show notes, click here I'd love to pray for you and your baby - email me if you'd like that. No strings attached, no follow

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00:18:48

How COVID Changed Children's Lives with Anya Kamenetz

Parenting in the First 3 Years ·

2022/09/27

The story of what happened to children during the pandemic isn't over. In this episode, Anya Kamenetz, author of The Stolen Year: How COVID Changed Children's Lives, and Where We Go Now talks about what families experienced during the pandemic, sharing stories of ways both children and parents continue to be affected and encouragement for the future. Contact Anya at http://www.anyakamenetz.net/ Purchase The Stolen Years Follow Anya on twitter: https://twitter.com/anya1anya For full show notes, click

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00:27:40

Postpartum Mental Health: Are These Feelings Normal?...

Parenting in the First 3 Years ·

2022/09/20

Most new parents experience up and down emotions in the first weeks and months of parenting, but how do you know if you're experiencing postpartum depression? In this episode, Sherry Duson, MA, Certified Perinatal Mental Health Specialist explains what's normal, how to alleviate feelings of depression through self-care and how to get the help you need. For full show notes, click here I'd love to pray for you and your baby - email me if you'd like that. No strings attached, no follow up or anything

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00:17:39

What Grandparents Need to Know

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2022/09/13

Babies bring about a new dimension to families beyond you and your partner. Grandparents, aunties, uncles… we all love that baby! Research shows that grandparent relationships provide lots of benefits for children - they have a stronger support system, are more resilient, less prone to depression and best of all, they have the security that comes from being loved. In this episode we take a look at 3 ways to build healthy relationships between you, your baby and the extended family - and

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00:39:48

How to Break Negative Cycles in Parenting with Lorena...

Parenting in the First 3 Years ·

2022/09/06

Parenting Coach Lorena Seidel and I discuss strategies that help you to break free of negative cycles of parenting you may have experienced. Because most of us tend to become "just like our own parents", especially in moments of duress. If this is not necessarily a good thing, then you'll love the encouragement and practical advice Lorena has to offer. She shares four strategies that enable you to become aware of patterns and triggers and connect with your child in emotionally healthy ways. For

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00:30:24

Birthday Party Planning for Babies and Toddlers with...

Parenting in the First 3 Years ·

2022/08/30

It's a huge milestone ~ you all made it through the first year! Now it's time to do some birthday party planning. Figuring out how you want to celebrate is the first step. Big party? Small party? A trip to the zoo with just you and your baby? You've got options! In this episode, I chat with Kim Morrison of The Hygge Gathering, who's passionate about creating cozy, comfortable, inviting gatherings that celebrate life and relationship. Which is exactly what you want to do - celebrate that sweet little

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00:32:55

How New Parents Can Support Secure Attachment with...

Parenting in the First 3 Years ·

2022/08/23

How do you know if your baby is securely attached? What does that even look like? In this episode Annie Brook shares practical ways parents can support and nurture their child by becoming aware of their perception of the world. She explains early precognitive memory, like birth or attachment trauma, and how to help it heal through touch, talk and responsiveness. For full show notes, click here. I'f love to pray for you and your baby ~ email me if you'd like that. No strings attached, no follow up,

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00:17:13

5 Things to Know About Starting Preschool

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2022/08/16

In this episode you'll learn how to select a preschool, what types of programs are available and most importantly, how to know if it's the best one for your child. Plus you'll get tips on getting ready for the first day of school, ways to have a smooth drop off and what to expect at the end of the day when you pick up your kiddo. For full show notes, click here. I'd love to pray for you, email me if you'd like that. No explanations necessary, no strings attached, no follow up. Just a quiet way for

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00:28:40

How Motherly Helps New Mothers with Liz Tenety

Parenting in the First 3 Years ·

2022/08/09

Liz Tenety, co-founder of Motherly, gives behind-the-scenes insight on trends, what she sees as a big source of struggles for moms, how creating Motherly has influenced her own mothering and how being a mother has influenced her work. Enjoy! Click here for full show notes, with links to the Motherly website, classes and resources. I'd love to pray for you and your family, email me. No strings attached, no follow up. Just a quiet way for me to support you in your parenting journey. --- Support

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00:27:09

Exploring Parenting Styles: RIE with Erica Orosco Cruz

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2022/08/02

Exploring how to "be" as a new parent takes time. There are so many people and approaches to glean from as you find what works best for you and your family. One thing I LOVE about the RIE approach to parenting is they way it honors to the dignity of your child by speaking to them with respect, giving them time to respond on their own, which promotes self-awareness and autonomy. In this episode, Erica Orosco Cruz, describes characteristics of RIE, which is the acronym for 'Resources for Infant

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00:24:45

The 6 Stages of Parenting

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2022/07/26

Just as our children are going through phases of development throughout their lives, we too are going through stages of parenting as our kid get older. But did you know there are stages of parenting that every mom and dad experience? Each stage brings its own set of lessons and struggles. We, as parents, grow and morph alongside our children. In this episode, I share the six stages of parenting, along with some personal stories from my time as a mom that exemplify what it's like to live through each

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00:34:00

What Does Parental Self-Care Look Like? with Sue Ludwig

Parenting in the First 3 Years ·

2022/07/19

When you're a new parent, you're expected to do it all. Homemade food, the best diapers, constant eye contact and playtime, zero chemicals. Meanwhile, the whole world is yelling at you that "parental self-care is so important!" When does a busy parent even find time for self-care between the overwhelming expectations coming from ourselves and others? In this episode, I chat with licensed occupational therapist Sue Ludwig about how owning your "light" as a parent, and all the ways that we

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00:24:25

How to Talk to Kids About Death with Michele Benyo

Parenting in the First 3 Years ·

2022/07/12

Have you had the death talk with your child yet? Maybe it hasn't come up. Maybe you think they're too young. Or maybe you were forced to discuss it after a family pet or loved one died. Experts agree that it's never too early to bring up the subject of death with your child. And it's better to bring it up before they have to experience it first-hand. But what's the best way to broach the subject? And what types of words should we use so our child understands and isn't afraid? In this episode, I talk

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00:30:45

Six Quick Tips for Toddler Parenting Struggles with...

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2022/07/05

You’re doing it all... working a job you love, taking care of littles, finding time for the big things that matter. But right now, at this moment, all you need is just to get to work on time. You’re dressed, packed up, and all set to go when your toddler starts World War 3 as you’re trying to get them out the door. Why does your kid resist today what she was perfectly fine with yesterday? We may never really understand, but in this episode we’ve got some tried and true tips for some of the most

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00:20:34

Finding Guidance through Faith and Prayer with Bunmi...

Parenting in the First 3 Years ·

2022/06/28

Parents around the world find comfort and guidance in their spiritual faith, even during the hardest of times of their parenting journey. Prayer, journaling, and reflection are powerful tools that can bring peace during turmoil and a sense of direction on those days you feel lost. In this episode, I talk to award-winning author Bunmi Laditan about how parents can use their faith to ease the worry that comes with being a parent. Her new book, Help Me God, I'm a Parent is a collection of poetry

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00:28:52

The Power of Smell in Attachment with Jude Stewart

Parenting in the First 3 Years ·

2022/06/21

Everyone knows that special newborn smell. And if you haven't experienced it yet, you've no doubt heard about it. Mothers young and old can recall the smell their children had during the first few weeks of their life. It's one of those things that sticks with you forever. But do fathers experience it the same way mothers do? And what about the babies - what role does smell play in developing an attachment to their parents? In this episode, I talk to author Jude Stewart about the importance of smell

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00:29:38

Babies Need Diversity: Fathers and Attachment with...

Parenting in the First 3 Years ·

2022/06/14

Fathers play an important and complicated role in their family. Not too long ago, fathers were expected to provide financially, and not much else. Boy how things have changed! Now, a father is considered a good one if he takes an active role in parenting and keeping house, splitting the responsibilities and duties with his partner. How can fathers learn from the way things used to be while embracing the new way of parenting? How can they interact with their babies and toddlers to create lasting

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00:21:09

Debunking Breastfeeding Myths with Erica Campbell

Parenting in the First 3 Years ·

2022/06/07

Breastfeeding. It's one of the most controversial topics concerning motherhood. And no wonder - it's both communal and extremely personal, there are so many expectations surrounding it, and when you're first getting started, each session can feel like a make-it-or-break-it moment. So how can new and expectant mothers keep a level head and weed through all the breastfeeding myths flying at them? In this episode, I talk to board-certified Lactation Consultant Erica Campbell about the biggest

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00:24:22

Keeping a Growth Mindset While Parenting with Estelle...

Parenting in the First 3 Years ·

2022/06/01

When you have a growth mindset,you believe that your abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work (compared to solely relying on brains and talent). Many expecting parents think if they can just read enough books and do enough Googling leading up to the birth of their child, they'll be prepared for everything to come. Too bad that's not how that works. In order to become better parents, give our children more meaningful experiences, and make deeper connections with them, we must have

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