Raising Good Parents
211 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 50 ratingsRaising Good Parents is the place to hear the questions, struggles, and victories of real parents in the trenches. Dr Phil Boucher is a husband, father, and pediatrician in private practice in Lincoln, Nebraska. His practice is focused on empowering parents to be present, confident, and productive - to worry less and enjoy parenthood even more. If you're overtired, stressed out, guilt-ridden - this is the place to regain your sanity, get the reassurance you need, the sleep you need, and feel confident as a parent.
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Parenting Q&A with Mom of 6-Week Old with Sleeping & Eating Concerns
December 17, 2019 21:38 - 19 minutes - 22.2 MBIf you have a question, I've got the answer—Click here to jump over to my scheduler to find a time to chat!
34. Interview with “The Subway Mom” Lenore Skenazy of LetGrow.org
December 13, 2019 17:00 - 33 minutes - 30.1 MBInterview with Lenore Skenazy, president and co-founder of LetGrow.org LetGrow.org If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
36. Interview with “The Subway Mom” Lenore Skenazy of LetGrow.org
December 13, 2019 17:00 - 33 minutes - 30.1 MBInterview with Lenore Skenazy, president and co-founder of LetGrow.org LetGrow.org If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
33. Why Family Meetings Matter with Catherine Boucher
December 10, 2019 11:47 - 28 minutes - 33 MBTo get YOUR free family meeting agenda, go to drb.show/agenda And if you'd like to hear all of my wife's (fantastic+uber successful) podcast, While You Were Folding, click here. If somehow you're missing out on my parenting group, Present & Productive Parents, click here to join our conversation.
35. Why Family Meetings Matter with Catherine Boucher
December 10, 2019 11:47 - 28 minutes - 33 MBTo get YOUR free family meeting agenda, go to drb.show/agenda And if you'd like to hear all of my wife's (fantastic+uber successful) podcast, While You Were Folding, click here. If somehow you're missing out on my parenting group, Present & Productive Parents, click here to join our conversation.
32. How to get a handle on SCREENS
December 04, 2019 22:45 - 15 minutes - 11.8 MBJoin the group! Check my FB page for the video to comment and be entered to win the gift card!
34. How to Get a Handle on SCREENS
December 04, 2019 22:45 - 15 minutes - 11.8 MBJoin the group! Check my FB page for the video to comment and be entered to win the gift card!
31. "Why does ADHD, autism, and neurodiversity exist?" with Adam Hunt
December 04, 2019 16:54 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBAdam Hunt Twitter: @RealAdamHunt If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
33. "Why does ADHD, Autism, and Neurodiversity exist?" with Adam Hunt
December 04, 2019 16:54 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBAdam Hunt Twitter: @RealAdamHunt If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
32. Parenting Resolutions Day 2
December 03, 2019 14:00 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBJoin the 2020 Parenting Resolutions: drb.show/2020
30. Parenting Resolutions Day 2
December 03, 2019 14:00 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBJoin the 2020 Parenting Resolutions: drb.show/2020
29. How to GROUND your child to transition through tantrums
December 02, 2019 15:58 - 8 minutes - 10.2 MBThis is part of my parenting series to help parents set themselves up for success in the New Year! Join the 2020 Parenting Resolutions: drb.show/2020
31. How to GROUND your child to transition through tantrums
December 02, 2019 15:58 - 8 minutes - 10.2 MBThis is part of my parenting series to help parents set themselves up for success in the New Year! Join the 2020 Parenting Resolutions: drb.show/2020
Special Announcement
December 01, 2019 16:11 - 4 minutes - 4.43 MB2020 Parenting Resolutions: drb.show/2020
30. Special Announcement
December 01, 2019 16:11 - 4 minutes - 4.43 MB2020 Parenting Resolutions: drb.show/2020
28. "Parenting with Love & Logic" with Jim Fay
November 27, 2019 18:37 - 31 minutes - 24.2 MBParenting with Love & Logic by Jim Fay and Foster Cline, M.D. LoveandLogic.com If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
29. "Parenting with Love & Logic" with Jim Fay
November 27, 2019 18:37 - 31 minutes - 24.2 MBParenting with Love & Logic by Jim Fay and Foster Cline, M.D. LoveandLogic.com If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
27. Parenting Coaching: How to Handle a New Sibling
November 21, 2019 17:39 - 15 minutes - 14 MBIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
28. Parenting Coaching: How to Handle a New Sibling
November 21, 2019 17:39 - 15 minutes - 14 MBIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
26. How Kids Can Interact with Adults
November 14, 2019 20:57 - 8 minutes - 6.96 MBIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
27. How Kids Can Interact with Adults
November 14, 2019 20:57 - 8 minutes - 6.96 MBIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
25. Interview with Dr. Korb
November 08, 2019 15:06 - 34 minutes - 30.8 MBRaising an Organized Child by Damon Korb, M.D., F.A.A.P. If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
25. How to raise an organized child with Dr. Damon Korb
November 08, 2019 15:06 - 34 minutes - 30.8 MBRaising an Organized Child by Damon Korb, M.D., F.A.A.P. If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
26. How to Raise an Organized Child with Dr. Damon Korb
November 08, 2019 15:06 - 34 minutes - 30.8 MBRaising an Organized Child by Damon Korb, M.D., F.A.A.P. If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
24. Batch Cooking
October 23, 2019 17:52 - 16 minutes - 12.8 MBIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
25. Batch Cooking
October 23, 2019 17:52 - 16 minutes - 12.8 MBIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
23. Parents Running on Empty
October 10, 2019 18:53 - 11 minutes - 9.01 MBIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
24. Parents Running on Empty
October 10, 2019 18:53 - 11 minutes - 9.01 MBIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
23. Parents Running on Empty
October 10, 2019 18:53If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
22. Gratitude
September 25, 2019 17:47 - 14 minutes - 11.7 MBIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
23. Gratitude
September 25, 2019 17:47 - 14 minutes - 11.7 MBIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
22. Parenting 5 Kids at a Trampoline Park
September 18, 2019 16:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBParenting Matters If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
21. Parenting 5 Kids at a Trampoline Park
September 18, 2019 16:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBParenting Matters If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
20. Dangers of Vaping
September 11, 2019 16:00 - 17 minutes - 15 MBParenting Matters If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
21. Dangers of Vaping
September 11, 2019 16:00 - 17 minutes - 15 MBParenting Matters If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
19. If Your Child Says "Butt", Chill
September 04, 2019 16:30 - 6 minutes - 5.82 MBParenting Matters If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
20. If Your Child Says "Butt", Chill
September 04, 2019 16:30 - 6 minutes - 5.82 MBParenting Matters If you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
19. Physicians Need Margin
August 28, 2019 16:00 - 19 minutes - 16.6 MBIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
18. Physicians Need Margin
August 28, 2019 16:00 - 19 minutes - 16.6 MBIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
18. Your Child Will Talk About You In 30 Years...What Will She Say
August 21, 2019 17:23 - 8 minutes - 6.76 MBIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
17. Your Child Will Talk About You In 30 Years...What Will She Say
August 21, 2019 17:23 - 8 minutes - 6.76 MBIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
Back To School Schedules
August 19, 2019 17:01 - 13 minutes - 13.1 MB VideoIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
17. Back To School Schedules
August 19, 2019 17:01 - 13 minutes - 13.1 MB VideoIf you want a supportive place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and review on this podcast. Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter @DrPhilBoucher on Facebook Present and Productive Parents with Dr. Phil Boucher Group on Facebook Dr. Phil Boucher
16. Biting Behavior in Toddlers
July 17, 2019 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.62 MBI’ve had a ton of parents approach me this week about sudden biting, hitting, or head banging behavior in their 12-18 month olds. Understandably, this can upsetting to parents when it occurs in public or notes are being sent home from daycare that their little one bit another toddler in class. It can also be a very frustrating time for moms and dads as its often the first time they have to really discipline their sweet little babies. In this episode, I’m weighing in on this behavior and ...
16: Biting Behavior in Toddlers
July 17, 2019 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.62 MBI’ve had a ton of parents approach me this week about sudden biting, hitting, or head banging behavior in their 12-18 month olds. Understandably, this can upsetting to parents when it occurs in public or notes are being sent home from daycare that their little one bit another toddler in class. It can also be a very frustrating time for moms and dads as its often the first time they have to really discipline their sweet little babies. In this episode, I’m weighing in on this behavior and ...
15. Summer Schedules
July 10, 2019 10:00 - 12 minutes - 10.2 MBThis is a special interview I did for a local Catholic radio show that I wanted to share with you all. Summer is an awesome time to kick back, relax, and enjoy extra time with the family. For a lot of parents, however, summertime can be stressful and way overbooked. From summer activity schedules, to family vacations, to sleep-away camp, I’m talking all things summer break and how to make the most of the summer months. If this sounds like an issue in your life, give this episode a list...
14. Doing Chores Together as a Family
July 03, 2019 10:00 - 13 minutes - 11 MBThis is a special interview I did for a local Catholic radio show that I wanted to share with you all. There are a lot of parents out there that think being a good parent means that you're devoting tons of time to reading books and doing projects with your kids. Oftentimes, getting down in the weeds with them means putting off the things that we need to do as a parent and spouse. Being a parent is more than focusing on your child's development and wellbeing. It's also about taking care o...
13. How To Potty Train
June 28, 2019 01:26 - 9 minutes - 8.67 MBIn This Episode: [01:27] - When to begin potty training. [02:19] - How to know when your child is ready to try potty training. [03:53] - How to pick the best potty prizes. [05:41] - How to start potty training. [07:09] - Nighttime potty training. [07:46] - Final thoughts on potty training. If you want a supporting place to chat with like-minded parents join my Present and Productive Parents Group on Facebook. If you like what you hear, please leave a rating and revie...
12. Introducing The Productive Parent Series (Sharing Tips and Tricks to be More Productive at Home and at Work, So You Can be More Present for Your Family.)
May 23, 2019 07:00 - 11 minutes - 6.84 MBMost parents and people in general struggle with making the most of their time. This is why I’m kicking off a series on productivity. Productivity is one of my favorite topics to read, listen, and talk about. I”m really trying to give you listeners topics that you are interested in, and productivity is something that parents in my Facebook group and at my office have said they struggle with. This episode is kicking off the series on productivity, and I’m going to talk about how to get the ...
11. How Should I Handle Screentime as a Parent?
May 08, 2019 07:00 - 17 minutes - 10.7 MBRecently, a mom on Instagram messaged me about phones. She was afraid that her phone usage was getting out of hand, and felt bad for being frequently distracted in front of her children. I know I’ve been there, and I’m guessing you have too. It can be a struggle to find a balance between being present for your family and still using your phone when you need to. To help with that, I want to provide you with three practical strategies that you can use to stay connected to the world, your fam...