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Send us Fan Mail High blood pressure during pregnancy can be concerning, particularly when it develops into gestational hypertension or preeclampsia. But what role can nutrition play in supporting maternal health? In this episode of Ask the Doulas, Kristin Revere talks with registered dietitian and nutrition expert Lily Nichols about nutrition, hypertension, and preeclampsia during pregnancy. They discuss the connection between nutrition and blood pressure, important nutrients during pregnanc...

On this episode, Mandy dives into the psychology behind the ultimate parenting trap: power struggles. Learn why it takes two to play tug-of-war and why simply telling your child "because I said so" often makes the argument worse. This blueprint reveals that even when a fight starts over access to a toy or escaping a chore, it almost always morphs into an attention seeking behavior. So tune in and find out how to recognize your own role in the reinforcement loop, why your kid follows you when you

What if simply observing, waiting, and listening could help boost your toddler’s language development and communication skills? In this episode, we explore the OWL method—Observe, Wait, and Listen—and how this simple parenting strategy gives toddlers the space they need to practice language, build sentences, and express their thoughts. You’ll learn why repetition and pauses are important for toddler speech and language development, and why resisting the urge to fill every moment of silence can lead

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October 6th, 2026: A missing service dog, an emotional roller coaster, and an unexpected lesson in speaking up and doing the right thing... this solo episode of The Mom Room covers a LOT.Renee shares what happened when her sister’s service dog, Van, went missing in North Bay, Ontario, and how she helped from hours away. From targeted Instagram ads and local news outreach to missing dog posters and community groups, she breaks down the ways she rallied support, and why the tears really started AFTER

Dr. John Ratey joins the show to discuss why exercise may be the single most powerful thing you can do for your brain. Dr. Ratey is a Harvard psychiatrist and bestselling author of the book Spark. In this episode John and Ginny explore all the incredible things happens in the brain when we move. They talk about exercise and ADHD, anxiety, depression, addiction, learning, resilience, cognitive decline, pregnancy, aging, and how movement turns on the parts of the brain responsible for thinking and

If you've ever dealt with mom guilt after losing your cool with your husband and wondered why you get so mad at him over little things, this episode is for you.New here? Start with our ⁠Start Here playlist⁠ — five episodes that will change how you think about motherhood. Author Jackie Kelley and her husband run their marriage on a set of rules they made up themselves, and her new book, So You Married a Human, comes out today. In this honest and funny conversation, Jackie and JoAnn trade stories

When is it time to ask a grown child to move out, and how do you do it without pushing them away? How do you and your spouse blend two very different homeschool styles into one that works for your family? And what does biblical wisdom say to a mom raising her son with a father who doesn't share her faith? Israel and Brook work through all three on today's episode. Biblical parenting is hard—but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Each week, Raising Them Up tackles real-life parenting...

What does it look like to raise boys with a healthy, biblical understanding of masculinity? Dr. Kelly Cagle sits down with Pastor Seth Troutt, author of Authentic Masculinity, to discuss how parents can give their sons a positive vision of the men God created them to become. They explore discipline, responsibility, work and service, healthy male friendships, and how the choices boys make today help shape the men they’ll become tomorrow.To learn more visit www.drkellycagle.com The Parenting IQ

Danny Wuerffel's résumé reads like a movie that would be too perfect to believe. He won four straight SEC titles at Florida, a national championship, and the 1996 Heisman Trophy. He's in the College Football Hall of Fame, and there's a road named after him. In this episode of Dadville, Dave and Jon ask what it's like to live that and then decide what comes next.Danny's website: https://www.dannywuerffel.com Wuerffel Foundation: https://www.dannywuerffel.com/foundation/ Allstate Wuerffel

Kids have ranked other kids according to attractiveness, popularity, and sexual appeal for decades. But today’s tech platforms –– from social media to group chats to AI –– can amplify this old-school cruelty. Ranking lists reach many more people, with implications that can be extremely hard for kids to escape. This episode is dedicated to the hidden culture behind these lists: why they fuel humiliation and exclusion, how emerging AI tools fan their flames, what parents should watch for, and what

Emily’s daughter is in an on-and-off relationship with her baby’s father and is concerned about their lack of commitment and what her next steps should be for her future.Got a dilemma? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.comFollow on social media:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraJoin the Dr. Laura Family!! >> Receive my weekly newsletter, perks, and more! Sign up now, it's FREE > DrLaura.com Hosted by Simplecast, an

"Send me a Text Message!" Punishment can feel like the fastest way to stop a problem, but what if it’s also the fastest way to shut down trust? I sit down with Dr. Cheryl Wilson, an educator and former principal with decades of experience and a certified positive discipline parent educator, to unpack what really happens when we use control, threats, or harsh consequences to manage kids’ behavior, and what to do instead when we want lasting change. We get honest about the discipline many of u...

Every child has moments when they get stuck in unhealthy patterns, and this episode shows you how to help your child or teen reset without shame, punishment, or endless conflict.You’ll learn how to recognize when a reset is needed, create opportunities for growth and reflection, and guide your child back toward healthier choices with both compassion and accountability.If you want to help your child bounce back from setbacks and move forward with confidence, this episode will give you a practical

Tired of the daily battles with your toddler? In this episode, we’re joined by Mom Therapist Stacy McCann, LCSW, to explore how to reduce power struggles, navigate big emotions, and build more cooperation with your little one using connection, boundaries, understanding, and practical strategies that work in real life. FOLLOW @stacymccannlcsw Erin Junker | Paediatric Sleep Consultant Instagram @thehappysleepcompany Website www.thehappysleepcompany.com

Cindy West sits down with S.D. Smith, beloved author of The Green Ember Series, to discuss coaching creative kids. If you've ever wondered how to nurture your child's God-given imagination while maintaining strong family values, this episode is for you! Perfect for Christian homeschool moms looking to support and guide their uniquely gifted children.What You'll Learn:The essential role parents play as “coaches” in their children’s livesHow to recognize and cultivate creativity in every

What do we do when our kids seem stuck on repeat—like when they keep asking us the same question over and over or making the same demand? Even on our best days, their persistence can quickly wear us down. We respond once calmly, twice firmly, and by the third time all bets are off. We've lost our patience. Janet responds to a mom whose four-year-old repeats the same list of requests every morning. She explores why kids get stuck in these patterns and how getting everyone unstuck is simpler than we

When teens spiral out — experimenting with drugs, running with the wrong crowd or shutting out family — there’s almost always a deeper hurt they’re trying to escape. On today’s show, we share Mark's interviews with two Heartlight residents who bravely discussed how their choices were just attempts to numb what they felt inside, like abandonment, overwhelming expectations and tragic loss. Both teens worked hard to face the pain they once pushed away. Listen as they unpack the pressure to be

Homeschooling means you’re together all year — so summer isn’t about “getting used to being home.” It’s the best chance you have to get outside.Yvette Hampton and Aby Rinella talk about why kids are drawn to dirt, why a “perfect” lawn can quietly train that desire out of them, and why outdoor play is not just fun — it’s how they were created.Yvette shares the moment her daughter looked at a brand-new backyard and asked, “Mommy, where’s the dirt?” Aby explains that children were designed for the