Calm Down Kids
10 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -Ever wonder what it takes to be a better parent? It can feel disheartening struggling for years between not knowing if what you’re seeing from your kid is “normal” and hoping that your abilities as a parent are enough to shape and redirect their behavior to fit society’s expectations. There is a lot of pressure to be a parent with obedient kids who are always well put together and mind their manners, but reality is often the exact opposite. Parenting is the hardest job ever and there is no manual, or is there?
Join child therapist (and avid kid’s movie fan), Dr. Tsunami Turner, as she explores parenting lessons from popular movies. Dr. Tsunami has worked in private practice for over 5 years helping children and their parents reconnect when behavioral problems, lack of communication, and mental illness have driven them apart. You don’t have to feel lost, suffering, or powerless to help your child. You will learn tools to create a deeper, more meaningful connection built on trust and understanding in the parent-child relationship.
Dr. Tsunami takes a unique perspective in improving your parenting skills utilizing movies as a launching point to help answer common parenting questions. You will walk away from every episode with a better understanding of what your child is thinking, feeling, and why they act the way they do. Our goal is to help you build your connection with your child to reduce stress, arguments, and become a better parent in short weekly episodes.
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Episode 6: What Red Notice Can Teach You About Parenting Influence
December 09, 2021 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.94 MBThis week Dr. Tsunami talked about Red Notice and the underlying message throughout the movie of the important role that parents play in their children’s development. We talk about how the choices you make in your life directly impact your child’s choices and values as they grow up. Dr. Tsunami takes a look at the relationships the main characters (played by Ryan Reynolds, Dwayne Johnson, and Gal Gadot) had with their fathers in Red Notice and what you can learn from this. Things we ...
Episode 5: What Kung Fu Panda Can Teach You About Weight
November 04, 2021 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.75 MBHello again! This week we will review the movie Kung Fu Panda and talk about weight, health, exercise, and body image development in children. Parents are the best teachers for helping kids learn about how to take care of their bodies. In the movie, Kung Fu Panda, we learn how to accept that different body shapes and sizes are great and nothing to feel ashamed of! And somewhere along the way I started talking about Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson. Enjoy! Things we talk about:0:38 Developme...
Episode 4: What Hocus Pocus Can Teach You About Sibling Rivalry
October 31, 2021 00:00 - 15 minutes - 10.3 MBIn this episode we are reviewing Dr. Tsunami’s favorite Halloween movie, Hocus Pocus! This movie covers the experience of a set of siblings as they navigate through their first Halloween in a new town. We discuss the impact of birth order on parenting styles. Then the episode touches on the importance of treating your children with equity. Lastly, Dr. Turner talks about how to reduce sibling fighting for a calmer and more peaceful home. Things we talk about:3:00 Movie Summary 4:09 Bi...
Episode 3: What Black Widow Can Teach You About Forgiveness
October 21, 2021 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.53 MBThis week Dr. Tsunami talked about Black Widow and the lessons of forgiveness and family that are interwoven throughout the movie. We focused on ways that you can improve your "forgiveness muscles" and model compassion and letting go to your child. Lastly, Dr. Tsunami mentioned the importance of asking for forgiveness and gave examples of how this was done in Black Widow. Things we talk about:0:45 The dinner scene2:35 What is forgiveness?4:48 It's never too late to apologize Subscrib...
Episode 2: What Legend of the 10 Rings Can Teach You About Loss
September 16, 2021 00:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBIn this episode Dr. Tsunami discusses the movie Shang-Chi and the Legend of the 10 Rings. In this movie grief and loss has torn apart a family. This week we learn how to support each other through grief and loss of a loved one. Through reviewing the plot of the Legend of the 10 Rings, Dr. Tsunami works through the journey of the grieving process and teaches you how to talk to your children about grief, loss, and death. Things we talk about: 1:47 Grief and Loss in times of COVID 4:00...
Episode 4: Why Won't My Child Sleep?!
August 19, 2021 00:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBDoes your child suffer from insomnia? This week learn about sleep in childhood, insomnia, and what you can do to improve your child's quality of sleep. I talk about when to bring in an expert and what you can do at home to help your child sleep better. Want more information about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia? Check out this blog post: https://calmdownkids.com/blog/pssst-are-you-awake-me-too
Episode 3: What Space Jam Can Teach You About Parenting.
July 29, 2021 00:00 - 13 minutes - 11.5 MBIn this episode I talk about the new movie Space Jam and reflect on how the father/son relationship evolves through the movie. I point out the underlying problems to commonly held beliefs about child development and educate you on how to be better than LaBron. Lastly, I explain how intergenerational trauma can impact your parenting practices and cause some of the same problems that are seen in Space Jam. Let me know what further questions you may have by emailing me at tsunamiturne...
Episode 1: What Space Jam Can Teach You About Parenting Expectations
July 29, 2021 00:00 - 13 minutes - 11.5 MBIn this episode I talk about the new movie Space Jam and reflect on how the father/son relationship evolves through the movie. I point out the underlying problems to commonly held beliefs about child development and educate you on how to be better than LaBron. Lastly, I explain how intergenerational trauma can impact your parenting practices and cause some of the same problems that are seen in Space Jam. Things we talk about: 1:50 Summary of the movie 2:55 The impact of invalidation...
Episode 1: Welcome to my Podcast
July 22, 2021 00:00 - 1 minute - 1.79 MBEpisode 2: Work with your child, not against them.
July 22, 2021 00:00 - 14 minutes - 12.7 MBIn this episode I discussed a collaborative parenting method originated by Dr. Ross Greene in his book The Explosive Child. I explained this easy 3 step method to improving child behaviors, provided some examples and common problems you may encounter when using this method. Let me know what further questions you may have by emailing me at [email protected] For more information check out my blog post https://calmdownkids.com/blog/my-1-recommended-parenting-book