Brainy Moms
134 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 31 ratingsBrainy Moms is a psychology and parenting podcast with smart ideas to help moms and kids thrive! Hosted by cognitive psychologist (and mom of 3) Dr. Amy Moore along with rotating co-hosts Dr. Jody Jedlicka, Teri Miller, and Sandy Zamalis, this weekly show features conversations and guest experts in parenting, psychology, child development, and education with practical tips to help moms navigate the ups and downs of parenthood.
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What Parents Need to Know about Speech and Language Development with guest Sarah Billingham
August 30, 2022 06:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBDid you know that as parents, we are the best partner to support early language skills in our children? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview speech and language specialist teacher, Sarah Billingham of Confident Kids. Sarah shares how parents are the most “tuned in” to the speech and language skills of young children and how we are uniquely suited to help them develop those skills. She shares specific tips for communicating in ways that optimize their speech and langua...
Help Your Child Survive the Stressors of Middle School with guest Jessica Speer
August 16, 2022 06:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBMiddle School is a time filled with big changes and big stressors for many adolescents. On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Jessica Speer, social scientist and author of the new book, Middle School: Safety Goggles Advised. Jessica shares what she discovered from interviewing middle schoolers about what they defined as their top stressors. The big ones? Social media, judgement by peers, friendships, crushes, gossips, and popularity. Jessica talks about many of the strug...
Get Your Toddler Talking with guest Jill Urbane
August 02, 2022 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBCommunication and language in early childhood is intricately connected to behavior and social-emotional development. Every temper tantrum is an attempt to communicate an unmet need. How do we help young children develop effective communication skills? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Sandy interview the Mentor Mom, Jill Urbane. Jill is an early childhood interventionist and social worker who specializes in the connection between speech development, emotions, social skills, and b...
How to Quiet Your Inner Mean Girl with guest Onnie Michalsky, M.A.
July 26, 2022 06:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBHey Moms! Are you ready to silence that inner “mean girl” who says you’re not enough? Are you exhausted from doing all the things and ready to shed your Supermom cape? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Sandy interview licensed therapist and host of Moms without Capes, Onnie Michalsky, about how to quiet our inner mean girls and take off our supermom capes. Onnie shares tips on identifying our own needs and emotions, setting boundaries, banishing guilt over self-care, and more. CO...
Managing Anxiety about School Shootings & Other Traumatic Experiences with guest Stacie Boyar, LMHC, MS Ed
July 19, 2022 15:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBWith so many scary things happening in the world today, it’s easy to understand why kids are struggling with anxiety. On this episode, Dr. Amy and Teri interview licensed mental health counselor, Stacie Boyar, LMHC, MS Ed, who shares tips and specific strategies for managing anxiety. She’s uniquely qualified to give advice on this topic as a therapist in Parkland, FL who worked with teens from the Stoneman Douglas high school shooting. We talk about effective therapies for anxiety like CBT a...
A Radical Parenting Partnership with Your Teen - with author Lainie Liberti
July 12, 2022 06:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBOn this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Lainie Liberti, teen mentor and author of the book, Seen, Heard, and Understood: Parenting and Partnering with Teens for Greater Mental Health. Lainie shares a radical approach to relating to teens through a partnership parenting paradigm. Although unconventional, it's an approach that promotes connection and cooperation with your teen. Based on ideas from her book, Lainie explains the benefits of knowing your teen's love language, c...
Creating & Modeling Healthy Habits & Mindset with guest Dr. Orlena Kerek
July 05, 2022 06:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBAre you running out of ways to get your kids to eat better? Do you struggle with yo-yo dieting or emotional eating? Want some tips for adopting a healthier lifestyle for your whole family? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Dr. Orlena Kerek – a pediatrician, health coach, and author of the book, Building Simple Habits to a Healthy Me. Dr. Orlena talks about the four pillars of health we’re all familiar with: diet, exercise, sleep, and emotional wellness. But her persp...
Bedtime Tips from a Heart-Centered Sleep Coach with guest Maisie Ruttan
June 28, 2022 06:00 - 42 minutes - 29.6 MBAre you tired of the bedtime battles with your kids? Are you at your wits end most nights when your child gets out of bed again and again? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview sleep coach Maisie Ruttan. Maisie shares powerful insights about why bedtime is so hard. She reveals that maybe our timing is wrong, that we are rushing through our routines, and that we aren’t turning screens off earlier enough. She also says we have to stop relying on the evenings for our own se...
How to Get Your Kids to Listen More and Argue Less with guest Cynthia Klein
June 21, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBAre you tired of arguing with your kids? Do you feel like every other conversation with your child ends in a conflict? Are there days when your kids just won’t listen? Imagine a relationship with your child that was full of cooperation rather than conflict. On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interviewed Cynthia Klein, parenting coach and author of the book, Ally Parenting: A Non-Adversarial Approach to Transform Conflict into Cooperation—a book that I believe should be on every...
Pastor Wayne's 10 Tips for Dads: A Father's Day Show with guest Dr. Wayne Hanson
June 19, 2022 06:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBOn this Brainy Moms bonus episode for Father’s Day, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Dr. Wayne Hanson, pastor and host of The Jesus Taxi show. Pastor Wayne shares 10 parenting tips just for dads based on his Christian faith and lessons he learned from his own father. It’s a candid conversation with an all around great guy. As always, this episode is brought to you by LearningRx brain training centers. Pastor Wayne is married to Kim Hanson, the CEO of LearningRx. Join us! CONNECT WITH US Websit...
Why Every Family Needs a Parenting Plan (& How to Make One) with guest Kristin Buchtel
June 07, 2022 06:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBAs a parent, do you fly by the seat of your pants, or do you have a plan in place for setting curfews, teaching your kids how to manage their money, who’s going to talk to them about the birds and the bees, who’s in charge of potty training, and all 1001 decisions we have to make about raising our kids? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interviewed Kristin Buchtel, author of the book Noteworthy Parenting: How to Use Your Own Ideas to Create Your Parenting Roadmap. Kristin te...
Still Beautiful: A Burn Survivor's Advice on Defining Self-Worth with guest Kelly Falardeau
May 31, 2022 17:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBAs moms, we second guess ourselves all the time. We question our worth as women, we experience mom guilt for a million reasons, and we fail to appreciate what’s beautiful about ourselves. On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interviewed Kelly Falardeau, best-selling author of the book, Still Beautiful. When Kelly was a child, she suffered burns over 75% of her body and grew up feeling ugly. But she has turned tragedy into triumph. A four-time best-selling author, TEDx speaker, co...
The Psychology of Fun (& What It's Got to Do with Being Happy) with guest Dr. Mike Rucker
May 24, 2022 06:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBAre you chasing happiness but feel like you keep coming up short? Wishing you could experience more joy in your life? Want to have more fun with your kids? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Dr. Mike Rucker, an organizational psychologist who specializes in the research of fun. Dr. Rucker tells us that pursuing happiness might not be the right goal. He shares so much from research on happiness, joy, and fun…it’s a mindset changer. Join us! Don't miss his Fender guitar...
The Psychology of Creativity (And Why it Matters for Your Child) with guest Dr. Michael Alcee
May 17, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBWant to help cultivate your child’s creativity? Wondering how to help your child integrate the creative and logical parts of their mind? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview clinical psychologist, Dr. Michael Alcee who specializes in the psychology of creativity. He shares how we as parents can help nurture creativity in our children while also supporting the development of linear thinking. Michael tells us that encouraging our kids to explore the many sides of themselv...
Expert Advice on Dyslexia & Reading Struggles with guest Donesa Walker, MS Ed
May 10, 2022 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MBDoes your child struggle with reading or spelling? Wondering what to do for a child with dyslexia? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Reading and Dyslexia Specialist, Donesa Walker, M Ed, BCCS. Donesa tells us what’s happening in the brain of struggling readers, how there are different types of dyslexia that show up in a variety of ways, what some warning signs are that parents should look out for, and what the most effective interventions should include. Donesa sha...
10 Ways to Be a "Cool" Mom with guest Kim Hanson
May 03, 2022 06:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBOn this special Mother’s Day episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Kim Hanson, the CEO of LearningRx. Kim shares 10 ways to be a cool and caring mom. Some are cute and fun –like making sure you’ve got a great pair of sunglasses. But most parenting tips she shares are pearls of wisdom on connecting well with your kids. Our favorite? Always say yes to lunch or coffee. Join us to pick up a tip or two that might help you rock this journey of motherhood! And maybe pick up a t-shirt o...
How to Experience Joy in Parenting Toddlers with guest Sara Rose Whaley
April 26, 2022 06:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBDo you have a toddler who won’t listen? Are you frustrated and burning out with the terrible twos and other challenges of parenting littles? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Sara Rose Whaley, a board-certified behavior analyst and parent coach specializing in working with parents of toddlers. Sara shares lots of tips on how to find joy in parenting toddlers, including how to set boundaries and limits, strategies for getting your toddler to listen, and how to take ...
Hybrid Schools: The Future of Learning? with guest Dr. Brent Goldman
April 19, 2022 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBInterested in learning what some educators think is the best school model? Heard about hybrid schooling but aren’t sure what it’s all about? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Dr. Brent Goldman from XCEED Preparatory Academy, a network of private college-prep schools providing a personalized curriculum with flexible schedules along with hybrid and online learning options. Dr. Goldman shares the benefits of the hybrid learning approach and tells us why he believes it’s...
Autism Awareness & Intervention Begins with Parent Mindset with guest Andrea Pollack, MS Ed
April 12, 2022 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBWondering what to do first when your child is diagnosed with autism? Overwhelmed or feeling like a failure as a parent of a child with autism? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview the founder of Autism Parent Solutions, Andrea Pollack, MS Ed. Andrea shares that parents of children on the autism spectrum need help with their own mindset and perspective before they can confidently judge intervention options. Andrea shares some tips and tools from her parenting program th...
Relationship Advice for Couples after Having a Baby with guest Catherine O'Brien, LMFT
April 05, 2022 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBRelationships change when you add a baby to your family, but you can still be happy amidst the sleepless nights, demanding feeding schedule, and bottomless diaper pail. On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Catherine O’Brien, marriage and family therapist and author of the book Happy with Baby: Essential Relationship Advice When Partners Become Parents. Catherine talks about the relationship challenges of being a new parent…for the first time or even the fifth time. S...
How to Stay Connected with Your Partner after Having a Baby with guest Catherine O'Brien, LMFT
April 05, 2022 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBRelationships change when you add a baby to your family, but you can still be happy amidst the sleepless nights, demanding feeding schedule, and bottomless diaper pail. On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Catherine O’Brien, marriage and family therapist and author of the book Happy with Baby: Essential Relationship Advice When Partners Become Parents. Catherine talks about the relationship challenges of being a new parent…for the first time or even the fifth time. S...
5 Things Parents of Teens Need to Know with guest Kim Duckworth
March 29, 2022 06:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBWondering what you need to know to be a successful parent of a teenager? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Kim Duckworth, author of the bestselling book, Parents, Are You Ready? The Practical Guide to Launching a Successful High School Student. Kim shares 5 things that successful parents of teens should know including how to help your teen find their superpower---or their uniqueness. Kim’s an expert in college readiness and admissions and her tips are just what pa...
Busy Mom? How to Run Your Home on Autopilot with guest Carrie Olsen, LCSW
March 22, 2022 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBAre you a busy mom feeling guilty that you can’t seem to juggle everything? Do you feel like you SHOULD be able to manage kids, your home life, your social life, your kid’s schedule, and your job or volunteer work? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri discuss all of this with licensed therapist and clini-coach, Carrie Olsen. Carrie talks to us about taking the word “should” out of our vocabulary so we can enjoy being a mom! We discuss the phenomenon of decision fatigue, how it...
Parenting Style Impacts Your Child's Mental Health with guest Hansa Bhargava, MD
March 15, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBEver wondered if your parenting style has impact on your child’s mental health? Did you know that your own stress could be stressing out your kids? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Teri and I interview Dr. Hansa Bhargava, pediatrician, renowned parenting expert, Chief Medical Officer at Medscape Education, and author of the book, Building Happier Kids: Stress-Busting Tools for Parents published by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Bhargava talks to us about the importance of shifting ...
From Doctor to Homeschooling Mom: Balancing Career and Your Child's Education Needs with guest Carline Crevecoeur, MD
March 08, 2022 07:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBAre you concerned that your child’s current school environment might not be the right choice? Are you considering homeschooling but worried about making it work with your career? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Dr. Carline Crevecoeur, a physician and author of the book, Pressure Makes Diamonds: From Homeschooling to the Ivy League- A Parenting Story. Dr. Carline gave up her medical practice to homeschool her 5 children and then won a seat on her local school boa...
Save Money Paying for College with guest Brad Baldridge
March 01, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBAre you worried about the high cost of college? Thinking about how you or your kids are going to afford to pay for college? Wondering if student loans are the right way to go? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview college funding consultant Brad Baldridge. Brad is a financial planning expert and the host of Taming the High Cost of College podcast. He shares how complex the college financial planning process can be. From finding scholarships to deciding about loans to d...
The "Why" Behind Tantrums and Meltdowns with guest Dr. Ashley Taylor
February 22, 2022 07:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBAre your child’s temper tantrums and meltdowns stressing you out? Then this episode of Brainy Moms is for you. Dr. Amy and Teri interviewed Dr. Ashley Taylor, a child psychologist and author of two books that explain the why behind a child’s tantrums. Dr. Taylor tells listeners how to look for the meaning behind these behaviors, what’s happening in the brain that helps explain tantrums, and the importance of regulating our own emotions when our kids are upset---a process called co-regulation...
Smart but Falling Apart? What’s Happening to Your Child and How You Can Help with guest Dr. Jeannine Jannot
February 15, 2022 07:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBDo you have a smart kid who has always done well and now suddenly seems to be falling apart? Are you having a hard time understanding how a child who rarely struggled in school before is now at risk of failing? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview developmental and child psychologist, Dr. Jeannine Jannot. Dr. Jannot is the author of the book, The Disintegrating Student: Struggling but Smart, Falling Apart, and How to Turn It Around. She explains to us what’s happening...
Problems with Friends? Help Your Daughter Navigate Difficult Friendships with guest Jessica Speer
February 08, 2022 07:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBDo you have school-age daughter? Then you know all too well the perils of friendships, cliques, and girl drama. Are you frustrated with the tears and the fights and the complaints of feeling left out? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller, MS Psy interview Jessica Speer, author of the book, BFF or NRF: A Girls Guide to Happy Friendships. We explore topics of gossip and drama, and hear from Jessica about some ways to help girls navigate difficult friendships and nurtur...
From Broken Bird to Falcon: The Benefits of Self-Affirming Beliefs with guest Dr. Janeeka Benoit
February 01, 2022 07:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBWhat is the mission statement for your life? What beliefs about yourself are holding you back? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller, MS Psy interview Dr. Janeeka Benoit, physician and CEO of MEDFit DO. Dr. J shares the importance of recognizing and turning our self-limiting beliefs into self-affirming beliefs, and adopting a wellness mindset that can change the life course of our mental and physical health and that of our children. This is such an inspiring episode...
From Broken Bird to Falcon: Health Benefits of Self-Affirming Beliefs with guest Dr. Janeeka Benoit
February 01, 2022 07:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBWhat is the mission statement for your life? What beliefs about yourself are holding you back? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller, MS Psy interview Dr. Janeeka Benoit, physician and CEO of MEDFit DO. Dr. J shares the importance of recognizing and turning our self-limiting beliefs into self-affirming beliefs, and adopting a wellness mindset that can change the life course of our mental and physical health and that of our children. This is such an inspiring episode...
The "Unschooling" Homeschooling Movement with guest Ashley Logsdon
January 25, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBAre you thinking about homeschooling for your children? Are you already homeschooling but still wondering if it’s the best fit for your family? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller, MS Psy interview Ashley Logsdon, host of the Mama Says Namaste podcast and an expert in the unschooling movement. Ashley breaks it all down for us and even answers some tough questions about unschooling as an alternative to homeschooling as we know it. Tune in to this eye-opening episode ...
Taking Control of your Child's Special Health Care Needs with guest Aaron Hartman, MD
January 18, 2022 07:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBDoes your child have complex medical conditions or special health needs but you’re still struggling to find effective care? Are you worried about giving your child multiple prescription drugs? Maybe you need help determining the root cause of your child’s condition, or even your own. On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller, MS Psy interview functional medicine physician, Dr. Aaron Hartman. Dr Hartman shares how lifestyle interventions…things we can do at home…might be...
ABA Therapy for Autism: What You Need to Know with guest Nichole Daher
January 11, 2022 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBIf you have a child on the autism spectrum, you’ve no doubt heard of ABA therapy. And you’re probably aware of the controversy about whether or not it’s an ethical intervention. Some moms are fans, others are not. In fact, it’s a polarizing topic in the ASD community. On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Nichole Daher, the CEO of Success on the Spectrum. Nichole gets real with listeners about the controversy, shares where it comes from, sets the record straight, and tel...
Parenting Teenage Girls: Expert Tips from a Teen Life Coach with guest Sheri Gazitt, MA
January 04, 2022 07:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBIf you have a daughter, you know or have heard that the teen years are tough. Teen girls are enigmas and parenting them can make you feel like you’re losing your mind somedays. On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview teen life coach Sheri Gazitt. Coach Sheri talked to us about some difficult topics that parents and teens face like friendship issues, why friends are so important to them, social media and perfectionism, and why teen girls pull away from their moms. She share...
Top 6 Episodes of 2021
December 28, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBAre you a new listener to our podcast and want to know what you’ve been missing all year? Or maybe you’ve been listening since the beginning but wonder which topics everyone else liked the best. On this special year-end episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri recap the 6 most popular episodes of 2021. We share which one had the most downloads, the key takeaways from each of those guests, and we even play a short clip from all 6 of those episodes. Join us to hear what you’ve missed and what ...
Top 6 Episodes of 2021
December 28, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBAre you a new listener to our podcast and want to know what you’ve been missing all year? Or maybe you’ve been listening since the beginning but wonder which topics everyone else liked the best. On this special year-end episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri recap the 6 most popular episodes of 2021. We share which one had the most downloads, the key takeaways from each of those guests, and we even play a short clip from all 6 of those episodes. Join us to hear what you’ve missed and what ...
'The No BS Mama' Gets Real About Depression & Anxiety with guest Megan Eddinger
December 21, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBAs a mom, how often have you felt anxious or depressed but felt like you had to hide those feelings from friends and family? On social media, do you only post the good stuff? Do you feel like you have to appear perfect on the outside while hiding your imperfections on the inside? You're not alone! On this episode of Brainy Moms, Teri interviews the host of the No BS MAMA Podcast, Megan Eddinger. Megan shares her own story of depression and the impact it had on her marriage and family. It’s ...
Unlocking Secrets to Happiness with guest Teri Karjala, LPC, LMFT
December 14, 2021 07:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBOn this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller interview Teri Karjala, LPC, LMFT. Teri is a therapist, transformational life strategist, and best-selling author of the book Be the Magic of You: Tools to Transform Your Life! with a foreword by Jack Canfield. In just one hour, we learned eight secrets to removing the roadblocks that keep us from achieving our dreams as moms, mompreneurs, and business leaders. Teri talks about negative thinking , self-sabotage, the myth of mult...
What Drives Your Child? Understand, Motivate, & Communicate Better with Your Kids with guest Gail Swift
December 07, 2021 07:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBOn this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller interview Gail Swift, Kolbe Youth Advocate and an expert in measuring a part of the mind called conation, or how a person acts on their thoughts and feelings and their natural and unchanging instinct to approach problems in particular ways. Join us to learn how to discover what drives your children, how to motivate them, and how to overcome the communication roadblocks we face by learning how your kids are naturally wired. Find ...
The Enneagram for Moms: How Your Type Impacts Relationships at Home and Work with guest Sarah Wallace
November 30, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 53.5 MBOn this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Sarah Wallace, Enneagram Business and Life Coach and host of the Enneagram MBA podcast. Sarah walks listeners through the Enneagram personality types and how each type influences your parenting style at home and your leadership style at the office. Your type helps explain why you keep having the same challenge with your kids, the same fight with your partner, and the same issues at work. Knowing your type can have a significant impac...
Mindset, Marketing, & Selling from the Heart for Moms in Leadership with guest Sashka Regina
November 23, 2021 07:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBOn this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller interview Sashka Regina, an expert in building brand authority by marketing from the heart. Sashka is a brander, marketeer, podcaster, and author of the book, Soul'd Out: Your Guide to Finding Your Life's Purpose. This episode is perfect for mompreneuers, moms who run businesses, or moms who are dreaming of launching a brand or service. It's an inspiring conversation with a big personality about creativity, disrupting current ma...
Raising Girls (Who Think For Themselves) with guest Dr. Tim Jordan
November 16, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBOn this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller interview Dr. Tim Jordan, developmental and behavioral pediatrician and author of the book, She Leads: A Practical Guide for Raising Girls Who Advocate, Influence, and Lead. Dr. Tim specializes in working with girls. He shares how we can support their intrinsic motivation, how we can teach them to stop giving their power away, how to teach them to advocate for themselves, how to help them become leaders in their own way, and how ...
Positive Parenting Essentials with guest Dr. Candice Jones
November 09, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBOn this episode of the Brainy Moms parenting podcast, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Dr. Candice Jones, pediatrician and author of the new American Academy of Pediatrics book, High Five Discipline: Positive Parenting for Happy, Healthy, Well-Behaved Kids. Dr. Candice shares 5 essentials to positive parenting, talks about the importance of controlling our own emotions, and reveals how attention is a parent’s super power. Are you wondering if spanking is okay? Wondering what to do if you and you...
Helping Kids Cope with Big Emotions with guest Kim Feeney, LISW
November 02, 2021 06:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBDo your child’s temper tantrums test your limits? Do you struggle to stay calm when your kid is falling apart? Does every disagreement end in a screaming match? In this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview play therapist Kim Feeney, LISW, RPT-S. Kim specializes in helping children and parents cope with big emotions. She gives listeners practical tips for helping kids manage their emotions while also keeping our own in check. And, she talks about some ways that we as parents ca...
The Power of Relationships with Self and Others with guest Susan Lambert
October 25, 2021 14:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBIn this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Susan Lambert who specializes in human-centered facilitation and coaching. Susan shares the power of walking with others and connecting with ourselves in order to create a more empathetic workplace and world. As busy moms running in the rat race we call life, we don’t always slow down long enough to be fully present in our relationships…at work, at home, or with ourselves. You’ll leave this episode inspired, calmer, and more focuse...
Teaching Kids to Care for Our World with guest Shannon Brescher Shea
October 12, 2021 06:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBWant to learn some easy ways for busy moms to involve the whole family in helping to save our environment? Wondering why you should care about environmental sustainability in the first place? Or how to talk to your kids about climate change without scaring them? In this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview science writer and environmental activist Shannon Brescher Shea. Shannon is the author of the book Growing Sustainable Together: Practical Resources for Raising Kind, Engaged...
Launching Your Teen Into Adulthood with guest Danica Copp, MSW
October 05, 2021 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBIn this episode of the Brainy Moms parenting podcast, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller interviewed Danica Copp, a licensed clinical psychotherapist specializing in adolescent communication and development. Danica shares what parents need to do starting in elementary and middle school to make sure their teen successfully launches into adulthood when the time comes. It’s a fun conversation where Dr. Amy and Teri both admit they’ve dropped the ball on some essential skills. Get YOUR adolescent lau...
Got Anxiety? Break Up with It! with guest Kaitlin Soule, LMFT
September 28, 2021 06:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBAs moms, we’re all a hot mess sometimes. Juggling the mental and emotional load of motherhood can wreak havoc on our not-so-healthy goal of being the "perfect" mom. In this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Kaitlin Soule, licensed marriage and family therapist, anxiety expert, and author of the book A Little Less of A Hot Mess…The Modern Mom’s Guide to Growth and Evolution. Kaitlin shares how we need to change the way we think about perfection in order to embrace what we ...
Break Up with Anxiety with guest Kaitlin Soule, LMFT
September 28, 2021 06:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBAs moms, we’re all a hot mess sometimes. Juggling the mental and emotional load of motherhood can wreak havoc on our not-so-healthy goal of being the "perfect" mom. In this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Kaitlin Soule, licensed marriage and family therapist, anxiety expert, and author of the book A Little Less of A Hot Mess…The Modern Mom’s Guide to Growth and Evolution. Kaitlin shares how we need to change the way we think about perfection in order to embrace what we ...