Mark Gregston, Wayne Shepherd and Courtney Lafleur discuss how many parents lose their personal identity by becoming overly consumed with their children’s lives. While involvement is vital, Mark emphasizes that parents must maintain balance — nurturing their marriage, friendships and personal interests so their sense of purpose isn’t tied solely to parenting. They remind us that when a parent’s entire focus revolves around their kids, it can create pressure for teens and strain the family dynamic as

In this episode of the Young Dad podcast, host Jey Young engages in a heartfelt conversation with Dr. Christopher Scott Wyatt, an autistic self-advocate and father of two neurodiverse children. They discuss the challenges and rewards of parenting in the context of neurodiversity, including the journey of fostering and adoption, the importance of stability and support for children in the foster care system, and the critical role of parental involvement in education. Dr. Wyatt shares insights on

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A shift in your mindset could strengthen or even transform your marriage! Rhonda Stoppe reminds women about God’s purpose for marriage: that they would get to know God better and offer grace to their husbands. Receive a copy of If My Husband Would Change, I’d be Happy and an audio download of "How Reframing Your Perspective Can Transform Your Marriage" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give

In this episode of the Modern Mommy Doc Podcast, Dr. Whitney is joined by Kahlila Robinson and Sarah Gertzenzang, co-authors of The Self-Regulation Workbook for Children Ages 5–8. Together, they dive into the critical role self-regulation plays in kids’ emotional well-being—and how parents can support it at home.Dr. Robinson and Sarah share why they created a resource that’s accessible, practical, and ready-to-use—a workbook parents can read one night and apply the next morning. They explain why

Celebrating one year since I launched One Tough Momma Podcast! Come hear about my journey into podcasting, building my confidence, overcoming challenges, and what I have to say on various topics. What are my future plans for One Tough Momma?Intro/Outro Music: / @nathansenger Also on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/18XrBi4...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Affiliates:ThredUP: 45% off your first order, plus free shipping. https://www.thredup.com/r/IYGJ0BSeven Weeks

Mel is an experienced private midwife and academic researcher who shares her two contrasting home birth experiences - from a 36-hour labour with her first baby born at 36 weeks weighing just 2.3kg, to a euphoric second birth that had her laughing with joy. Her story beautifully illustrates how subsequent births can offer completely different experiences, and how trusting your intuition and having the right support can make all the difference.The Birth Class our empowering, evidence-based online

Hey there Happy Homebirthers, I’ve got a fun little treat for you for this week.  Instead of our usual interview setup, I wanted to share a podcast that I was on recently.  My friend Sarah at Entering Motherhood recently had me on her show to discuss homebirth and storytelling–particularly healing through storytelling.  These are two of my favorite topics, so I wanted to give you a chance to listen in.  I’ll link Sarah’s podcast and instagram, so you can follow along for more of her incredible

Send us a text Ever wonder why some moments with your child feel effortless and deeply connected — while others leave you drained, reactive, or misunderstood? In this episode, we break down the science behind why. Dr. Jessie Stern and psychologist Rachel Samson join Cindy to explore relational savoring — a simple yet powerful way to strengthen your bond by intentionally remembering moments of warmth, safety, and love. You’ll learn how this practice calms your nervous system, reduces stress, a...

Lavina Mehta MBE is a health campaigner, a personal trainer, and an author. She came to my notice during Covid when she started doing weekly exercises on YouTube with her mother-in-law.She’s just published her book The Feel Good Fix which is designed to improve your health during menopause, and presents her idea of exercise snacking - incorporating short bursts of activity into your normal day rather than maybe going to the gym for an hour.We talked about her religion of Jainism which is about

If you’ve been craving a reminder that motherhood doesn’t have to feel so heavy, this one’s for you! Feeling overwhelmed in motherhood? Like you’re doing everything but still not actually enjoying it? In this solo episode, I’m sharing something really close to my heart, my honest journey into motherhood (yes, it started with an unexpected surprise pregnancy!) and how it’s transformed me in all the best ways. I’m walking you through the 8 simple things I do to enjoy motherhood more, from ...

What if posture isn’t about sitting up straight — but about how your child breathes, moves, eats, and connects?In today’s episode, I’m joined by Kasia Galica, certified strength and conditioning specialist, movement coach, and founder of Move with Kasia. Kasia brings an incredibly refreshing and science-backed perspective on posture and postural restoration — showing us that alignment isn’t rigid or aesthetic, but deeply tied to how the nervous system, breath, and sensory system

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“Money doesn’t grow on trees! Pull my finger!” Some dad phrases are goofy. But others? They can be quite hurtful, even if we don’t mean for them to be. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about common phrases we need to cut out. Why This Matters Words aren’t neutral with our kids. They are either helpful or hurtful. Phrases That Make Kids Feel Small and Unheard 1. "Stop crying or I’ll give you something to cry about." Inst...

Maybe your son just needs a break. You only want the best for your son. You want to make sure he does well in school, eats reasonably well, makes friends, and participates in extracurriculars. And those are all wonderful things. But in this fast-paced society, don’t forget to let your son take a break, as well. Schedule “down days,” where you don’t have anything planned. Give your son long stretches of time where he can do whatever he wants. You might feel like a neglectful parent, but allo...

If your child’s mealtimes feel like a daily battle — you’re not alone. In this solo episode, pediatric speech-language pathologist and holistic feeding specialist Lena Livinsky helps you understand why picky eating happens and how to start making real progress without pressure or stress.Lena breaks down the hidden biological, emotional, and environmental factors that shape your child’s eating — from gut health and oral motor skills to sensory overload and mealtime anxiety — and introduces her

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Listen to my Morning Monologue: I’m sharing my take on pressing issues, enlightening research on human behavior, answering questions I get by email, and my favorite, most instructive interactions with callers. Everything you’ll hear is designed to help you become a better spouse, parent, family member, co-worker, friend, and human being. It’s the free therapy you need! Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.comFollow me on social