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Parenting For The Present

Parenting For The Present

Do you have this whole parenting thing figured out? Are you the perfect parent? Neither are they. Drs. Early Denison, Matthew Housson and Andy Stoker are three dads but, together, have nearly sixty years of experience cultivating the minds, bodies, and spirits of children, parents, and families through their work as a pediatrician, a clinical psychologist, and a minister. Their goal is to help you raise kids who can thrive in this complex, messy, beautiful world. Rates of anxiety and depression,

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50:53

Birds & Bees - Beyond "The Talk"

Parenting For The Present ·

2026/01/25

In this episode of Parenting for the Present, we're joined once again by Mary Flo Ridley and Megan Michelson of Birds & Bees, trusted voices helping parents navigate conversations about sex, bodies, boundaries, and safety with confidence. Mary Flo has been equipping parents to talk to their children about sex since 1986, using a practical, values-based approach rooted in research, experience, and humor. Megan, a former middle school teacher and mom of three, joined the mission over a decade ago

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Dr. Mark McConville - Supporting the Transition to...

Parenting For The Present ·

2026/01/11

Why do some teens and young adults struggle to take the next step into adulthood—and how can parents support independence without rescuing or enabling? In this episode of Parenting for the Present, we sit down with renowned clinical psychologist and author Dr. Mark McConville, whose groundbreaking work Failure to Launch has helped thousands of families navigate the complex transition from adolescence to adulthood. With over 30 years of experience working with teens, young adults, and families, Dr

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54:11

Dr. Koraly Pérez-Edgar - Temperament and Childhood...

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/12/21

In this episode of Parenting for the Present, we're joined by Dr. Koraly Pérez-Edgar, McCourtney Professor of Child Studies and Professor of Psychology at Penn State. Dr. Pérez-Edgar is a leading researcher on temperament and anxiety, studying how individual differences in attention shape children's emotional development. In this conversation, Dr. Pérez-Edgar explains what temperament really is, why it's biologically based but not destiny, and how parents can support children who are shy, reactive,

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46:20

Timothy Ateek - Helping Kids Navigate Explicit...

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/12/07

If you have little ears nearby, this is an episode to pop in your headphones. In today's episode of Parenting for the Present, we're taking on one of the most challenging and most essential topics facing modern families: kids' exposure to explicit online content. Our team sat down with Timothy Ateek, Lead Pastor at Watermark Community Church, to unpack what he describes as the realities of raising children in a highly sexualized digital culture. TA brings personal experience, decades of work with

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56:11

Mandy Grass - The Family Behaviorist

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/11/23

Today on the podcast, we're joined by Mandy Grass Behavior Analyst (BCBA), parent coach, and mom of three — for a deep, practical conversation about the real reasons behind our kids' behavior. Mandy has worked with hundreds of families and school districts to teach evidence-based strategies that help children thrive at home and in the classroom. She's also built a community of nearly 700,000 people on social media, where she shares real-life, practical tools (and a healthy dose of humor) to make

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57:37

Jessica Lahey - Raising Healthy, Resilient Kids in a...

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/11/09

Today we're sitting down with the incredible Jessica Lahey. New York Times bestselling author of The Gift of Failure and The Addiction Inoculation. Jess brings wisdom from decades in the classroom, from teaching middle and high school to working with teens in drug and alcohol rehab. Her writing has appeared in The Washington Post, The Atlantic, and her long-running New York Times column, "The Parent Teacher Conference." In this episode, we dive into: What failure to launch really is Letting go

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47:42

Natalie Crawford, MD - The Fertility Formula

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/10/26

This week on Parenting for the Present We’re joined by Dr. Natalie Crawford, a reproductive endocrinologist who takes a whole-body approach to medicine—fusing lifestyle, functional medicine, and science-backed facts to help people understand their fertility and their bodies. Together we talk about hormonal health, self-advocacy, and why every woman and their partner deserves to truly understand their body at every stage of life. Tune in for an empowering and informative conversation that will

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47:47

Screen Time and the Developing Brain

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/10/12

Phones. Screens. Social media. They’ve become a normal part of everyday life, but what are they doing to our kids’ brains? In this episode, we dive deep into the science and psychology behind technology’s impact on children and teens. From the constant pings of notifications to the endless scroll of social media, today’s kids are growing up in a digital world that’s rewiring how they think, feel, and connect. We talk about why peer influence can sometimes outweigh a parent’s voice, how screen time

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46:05

We’re Back for Season 9

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/09/28

We are excited to announce the launch of Season 9 of Parenting for the Present. Thank you for being part of this journey, whether you have been listening from the beginning or are just joining us now. Your support makes this work possible. This season, we are pleased to welcome Eve Wiley, Licensed Professional Counselor and Director of Clinical Training at The Housson Center. As both a clinician and mother of three, Eve brings a valuable perspective and tools, combining professional expertise with

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48:09

Dr. Sheryl Ziegler - Breaking the Burnout Cycle

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/07/20

Dr. Sheryl Ziegler, best-selling author of Mommy Burnout™ and host of Dr. Sheryl's PodCouch, is a leading expert in stress, parenting, and mental health. She empowers parents, especially moms, to overcome the pressures of perfection and prevent burnout. Through relatable stories and practical advice, this episode offers tools to help parents break the burnout cycle so they can show up as their best selves for their children. Ziegler encourages parents to set limits and be intentional with

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39:11

Special Episode: Supporting Families As We Grieve...

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/07/09

Today, we’re gathering around one of the most difficult — yet deeply human — topics: grief. In light of the devastating flood in Texas, many in our community are facing unimaginable loss. Whether your family was directly impacted or your child is struggling with the weight of this tragedy from afar, this episode is for you. Here are the links to all of the resources mentioned in our show: Article Link: What Do We Say When the Unthinkable Happens? Camp Mystic Resources Instagram: Eve Wiley, The

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42:57

Kasley Killam - The Power and Impact of Healthy...

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/06/01

What if something as simple as sitting down for dinner could transform your family's health and happiness? In this episode, we’re joined by Kasley Killam — Harvard-trained social scientist, two-time TED speaker, and author of The Art and Science of Connection: Why Social Health is the Missing Key to Living Longer, Healthier, and Happier. Together, we explore why prioritizing family dinners is more than just a tradition — it’s a vital practice for improving social health, especially for kids. Kasley

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42:57

Laurie Santos - Parenting Under Pressure

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/05/18

This week, we're joined by Dr. Laurie Santos, the Chandrika and Ranjan Tandon Professor of Psychology and Head of Silliman College at Yale University. Dr. Santos offers valuable insights into why modern parenting can feel more overwhelming than ever—and what we can do about it. Drawing on evidence-based research, she shares practical strategies to help parents reduce stress and boost their well-being. From tackling parent guilt to navigating the ever-elusive concept of “time,” we explore the mental

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49:19

Bethany Teachman- Rethinking Anxiety and Growth

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/04/13

This week on Parenting for the Present, we’re joined by Dr. Bethany Teachman, Professor and Director of Clinical Training in the Department of Psychology at the University of Virginia. She also leads public research initiatives focused on reducing anxious thinking and exploring how our unconscious beliefs shape our mental and physical health. With anxiety levels continuing to rise, Dr. Teachman helps us rethink the way we view anxiety—not as something to fear or eliminate, but as an emotion that

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41:45

Casey Bonano- Feeding Yourself & Your Family

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/03/30

This week, we are joined by Casey Bonano, RD, LD, CEDS-C, the owner and CEO of Dallas Nutritional Counseling. Casey recognizes the importance of her specialty and acknowledges the challenges it presents, but she also finds it incredibly rewarding to help individuals nourish themselves and rediscover the joy in food. In this episode, Casey discusses the difference between picky eating or food preferences and when there may be an underlying issue. She offers valuable insights on how to nourish

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49:45

Alyson Schafer- Parenting: Past, Present, and Future

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/03/16

We hope you're ready for this week's episode of Parenting for the Present! We have a special guest, Alyson Schafer, joining us all the way from Canada! She is an internationally acclaimed parenting expert, speaker, bestselling author, and media personality. We were fortunate to speak with her and hear her insights on parenting. In this episode, we discuss how parenting has evolved over time, what it looks like now, and what it may look like in the future. Based on her extensive work and research,

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50:58

Eileen Kennedy-Moore- Dr. Friendtastic

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/03/02

To kick off Season 8, we’re excited to welcome our "friend," Eileen Kennedy-Moore, PhD. Eileen is the creator of the Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic podcast, where she answers kids' questions about making and keeping friends. She’s also the author of several books for children and parents, and has delivered an inspiring TEDx talk. This podcast has taught us so much about what it truly means to be a friend. Eileen discussed important topics like conflict, bullying, and how these issues affect not only

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43:56

David Yeager- Growth Mindset

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/01/19

We are back with another incredible episode! Today, we have David Yeager, PhD., a professor and co-founder of the Texas Behavioral Science and Policy Institute. Yeager walks us through what it means to have a growth mindset. He touches on the idea of communication and how good communication increases mutual respect. And shares that our brain growth is just like our muscle growth, but hear how on this episode. Check out his work at https://fuse.prc.utexas.edu/fuse-program-overview, where he works

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42:18

Larissa May- Digital Health Education

Parenting For The Present ·

2025/01/07

Our special guest this week, Larissa May, has some wonderful insight for all of us through her background in social media. She discusses tools and guidelines for technology as we grow with it. She gives us practical tips for parenting, hacking the online algorithm, and the dangers of social media replacing real human connection. Check out the podcast to learn more information!

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Jerome Hunter- New Perspectives that Allow us to Learn

Parenting For The Present ·

2024/12/08

In today’s episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Jerome Hunter. Throughout our discussion, we explored the concept of family and its varied interpretations, as well as the role of technology and video games in the lives of young boys, including strategies to encourage balance. Jerome also highlighted his dedication to teaching and his passion for developing comprehensive curriculums tailored for younger boys, emphasizing the importance of fostering emotional intelligence and constructive

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