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Help Them Bloom

Welcome to your home away from home for parenting support. As a child and parenting expert, I"m here to chat about all things child development, mental health (both parent and child’s), and parenting strategies based on science and preserving our critical human connection to our children.

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00:54:47

43. Why Is Potty Training So Stressful for Parents?...

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2025/11/11

Why does potty training feel like the ultimate parenting stress test? In this episode of Help Them Bloom, host Evelyn Mendal, parenting and child development expert, dives deep into one of the most anxiety-inducing milestones for parents — potty training.Evelyn is joined by Tabby Pool, a Miami-based potty training consultant and pediatric occupational therapist with 15+ years of experience across the UK, Australia, and South Africa, and Elena Ducoin, mom and inventor of My Bee Bear, a unique potty

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00:36:51

42. Fertility, IVF, Miscarriage & Identity:...

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2025/10/29

Feeling alone in your fertility journey? You’re not. Sarita Broda, MFT, a specialist in reproductive mental health, unpacks the emotional, relational, and societal impacts of fertility challenges, miscarriage, and IVF. From navigating grief and loss, managing anxiety and fear, to reclaiming your identity through the journey, Sarita shares insights from her work supporting individuals and couples through reproductive mental health challenges, including:- Coping with the grief of miscarriage and

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00:36:38

How to Make Kids Love Brushing Their Teeth | Dr....

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2025/10/09

Parents, does brushing your child’s teeth feel like a daily battle? You’re not alone.Pediatric dentist Dr. Yamila Garber shares practical strategies to turn nightly power struggles into calm, confident routines—and set your child up for a lifetime of healthy smiles. From tackling toddler teeth brushing, choosing the right toothpaste, and flossing tips, to managing thumb-sucking and pacifier habits, Dr. Gerber gives actionable advice every parent can use—without stress, tears, or anxiety.Learn:- How

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00:45:13

40. Raising Girls in Today's World

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2025/07/18

What does it take to raise confident, emotionally secure daughters in today’s world?Michelle Dempsey-Multack—divorce coach, co-parenting expert, and best-selling author of Moms Moving On—returns to Help Them Bloom with Evelyn Mendal to discuss the complexities of raising daughters in today's society. With constant social media, peer pressure, early skincare routines, and a world that’s moving way too fast, raising girls today feels like navigating a minefield.They explore the emotional toll of

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00:27:00

39. How to Parent from a Mindful Place with Dr....

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2025/06/30

Are you parenting on autopilot—or truly present with your child?Miami-based licensed psychologist Dr. Alexandra Sredni, Psy. D., PLLC, joins Help Them Bloom with Evelyn Mendal for an honest and insightful conversation on the power of mindfulness in parenting. Together, they unpack how to shift from reacting to responding, why self-acceptance is key to accepting your child, and how our relationship with technology can undermine meaningful connection. From emotional regulation to modeling mindfulness

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00:13:08

38. Permission to Pause: Reclaiming Space for...

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2025/06/11

In this introspective solo episode of Help Them Bloom, host Evelyn Mendel shares a deeply personal story about taking an unexpected solo trip to Tel Aviv to visit her brother. With two kids, a full-time job, and the ever-present demands of daily life, Evelyn opens up about the internal and external resistance she faced simply for choosing herself—even just for a week.She unpacks the guilt many parents, especially mothers, carry around the idea of stepping away, and she challenges the myth of

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00:27:17

37. Importance of Community for Mothers with Mysha’s...

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2025/05/28

What if what you’re really missing in motherhood isn’t more advice — but true connection?Marika Frumes is the founder of Mysha, an intentional community built for modern mothers. What started as a small WhatsApp group during her pregnancy — born out of a need for honest, vulnerable conversation — has grown into a thriving network of women supporting one another through every season of motherhood. Marika and Evelyn discuss identity shifts, imposter syndrome, and the quiet loneliness that can come

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00:33:27

36. Parenthood: Redefining Yourself While Raising...

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2025/05/02

What if the discomfort you’re feeling isn’t a sign something’s wrong—but a sign that you’re finally getting closer to who you really are?Psychotherapist Liliana Retelny joins Help Them Bloom with Evelyn Mandelt to explore the often uncomfortable—but ultimately empowering—journey of self-discovery. Together, they dive into how parenting can trigger unexpected questions about identity, how anxiety often points to deeper unresolved wounds, and why therapy can be a gateway to a more authentic life

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00:26:54

35. Parenting Through the Past: Healing from...

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2025/04/15

What happens when you realize the way you were parented is now affecting how you parent? Licensed therapist and author Whitney Goodman, LMFT (@sitwithwhit) joins Help Them Bloom with Evelyn Mandel to explore the challenges adult children face when navigating relationships with emotionally immature parents. Together, they unpack the emotional toll of boundary violations, the patterns that persist across generations, and how becoming a parent can resurface unresolved childhood wounds. Whitney shares

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00:42:38

34. Reconnecting as Partners: Nurturing Intimacy and...

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2025/04/03

How can couples sustain intimacy and connection after becoming parents while also fostering healthy, open conversations about sexuality with their children?Dr. Lisa Paz (@drlisapaz) returns to Help Them Bloom with Evelyn Mendal to explore the complexities of maintaining a romantic partnership amid the demands of parenthood. They explore the emotional and mental load that often falls on women, the importance of intentionality in scheduling intimacy, and the critical role of communication in

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00:37:28

33. From Overwhelmed to Empowered: Lessons in...

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2025/02/25

How do you navigate the intersection of motherhood, career, and self-care while maintaining a strong sense of identity?Zoe Rapoport, a licensed psychologist and leadership consultant dedicated to empowering women to thrive in both their personal and professional lives, joins Evelyn Mendal to explore the multifaceted challenges women face in balancing motherhood, career, and self-care while remaining true to their authentic selves.Zoe offers profound insights into the complexities of assertiveness,

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00:37:28

32. From Control to Connection: Motherhood Insights...

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2025/02/11

How can high-achieving women balance control with connection, joy, and self-care in motherhood?Priya Rednam-Waldo, a mother of 4, licensed therapist, CEO and coach, joins host Evelyn Mendal on Help Them Bloom to share her expertise in guiding women through this transformative life stage of motherhood. Priya delves into the unique challenges high-achieving women face, from the pressure to excel in parenting to managing cultural expectations and anxiety. She highlights the importance of finding joy in

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00:31:18

31. Divorce Isn’t the End: Helping Kids Thrive in Two...

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2025/01/28

How can parents in high-conflict co-parenting prioritize their child’s well-being?Michelle Dempsey-Multack—divorce coach, co-parenting expert, and best-selling author of Moms Moving On—joins host Evelyn Mendal on Help Them Bloom to discuss how divorcing or divorced parents can navigate challenges while prioritizing their child’s well-being. Together, they address common fears, like whether divorce will “mess up” kids, emphasizing that it’s not the divorce itself, but parents’ actions, that shape a

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00:41:56

30. Who Am I Now? Parenthood and The Evolution of...

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2025/01/13

Can the transformative journey into parenthood ignite an identity crisis, redefining one’s sense of self and purpose?Jael Toledo, MS MFT, a seasoned marriage and family therapist, joins podcast host Evelyn Mendal on Help Them Bloom to explore the intricate process of identity formation, particularly within the realms of parenthood and relationships. Together, they examine how the profound experience of becoming a parent can challenge one’s identity, the critical role of vulnerability in fostering

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00:01:56

Season 3 Trailer: Help Them Bloom: Challenges & Joys...

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2025/01/10

Welcome back to a brand-new season of Help Them Bloom with Evelyn Mendal! This season dives even deeper into the challenges, joys, and nuances of modern parenting. From navigating children’s mental health and managing co-parenting dynamics to tackling tough conversations like talking to your kids about sex, Evelyn shares science-based strategies that prioritize connection and empathy. Whether you’re dealing with sibling rivalry, supporting a child labeled as “defiant,” or exploring the mental health

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00:36:14

A Parent’s guide to Perfectionism

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2024/10/23

In this episode, we dive into the complex world of perfectionism in parenting and its impact on children. Join us as we explore with psychologist Eva Benmeleh on how the pressure to be the "perfect" parent can shape our behaviors, expectations, and, ultimately, our kids’ development. We learn how to deal with kids who have a hard time making mistakes. Eva shares insights, personal stories, and discusses practical strategies for fostering a healthier mindset.

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00:34:17

Caring for the Caretakers - Taking Charge of Our Own...

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2024/09/25

This episode is for US parents, as people. Most of us, especially mothers, are functioning at less than optimal levels of wellness and energy,..and most of us don’t even know this about ourselves. We’ve almost succumbed to the fact that health and wellness is a luxury, or that we should come last. As a result, Chloe Harrouche, health strategist and the Founder and CEO of The Lanby, has created a space and system that makes sure we understand and respond to our individual health needs. In this

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00:44:15

A Deep Dive With Two Parenting Experts: Gentle...

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2024/07/17

For the final episode of the season, I am honored to chat with Lina Acosta Sandaal, MA, LMFT, a respected development expert, author, and founder of Stop Parenting Alone. She has just transitioned to interim Head of School at KLA. We discuss everything from “how to choose the right school for your kid” to what we think about gentle parenting and other trends out there. We get into some of the most important life skills we strive for our kids to develop, and how to preserve our relationships in the

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00:39:12

Finding intimacy and connection after kids

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2024/05/29

Sometimes it almost feels like we can describe our lives and identities as the pre-kids version of us versus the post-kids version of us. One of the areas, of many, that tend to become impacted by having kids is intimacy with our partners and security within our own bodies/identities. All of this can feel hopeless at times, or even like a big loss for women. Additionally, a mother’s everlasting mental load can be a blocker of intimacy and connection. Dr. Lisa Paz, marriage and family therapist,

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00:38:52

Discovering our Mental Strength

Help Them Bloom ·

2024/05/15

I have found one of my favorite motivational speakers ever—in my morning workout classes! Casey Gilbert, Fitness Instructor and Online Coach, works with individuals to get them “Un-stuck” and back on track with their fitness, nutrition, and mindset. Casey has literally made me a more mentally strong person, leading me to be a better mom, wife, friend, and person. I am so inspired by the way he can motivate people that I asked him to come on the podcast and give us some insight into how he does this

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