Join clinical psychologist and mom of three Dr. Becky Kennedy on her weekly podcast, as she takes on tough parenting questions and delivers actionable guidance—all in short episodes, because we know time is hard to find as a parent. Her breakthrough approach has enabled thousands of people to get more comfortable in discomfort, make repairs after mistakes, and always see the good inside. You'll gain the tools to embody your authority while developing a stronger parent-child connection, helping you become the parent you want to be and helping your child develop the skills necessary for life success.
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Dr. Becky talks with Joe Gonzales, founder of Brooklyn Stroll Club, about how searching for connection with other dads sparked an NYC movement. He shares how fatherhood is “re-raising parts of yourself,” why vulnerability is contagious, and what it means to play the long game in modern parenting. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4fSxbzk Your Good Inside membership might be eligible for HSA/FSA reimbursement! To learn more about how to get your membership reimbursed, check out...
Leslie Odom Jr. (also known as Hamilton ’s Aaron Burr) and Nicolette Robinson join Dr. Becky to talk childhood wounds, breaking cycles, raising spirited kids, and navigating success while staying close in marriage. They share honest stories about repair, self-preservation, growth, and creating a legacy of kindness for their kids. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4fSxbzk Your Good Inside membership might be eligible for HSA/FSA reimbursement! To learn more about how to get you...
Parenting in the era of smartphones and AI is… a lot. Dr. Becky sits down with Dr. Jean Twenge, author of Ten Rules for Raising Kids in a High-Tech World Together, they share 10 research-based rules to help parents set boundaries around phones, use parental controls effectively, create phone-free zones, and give kids real-world freedom that builds confidence and resilience. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4fSxbzk Your Good Inside membership might be eligible for HSA/FSA reim...
We often think of “good” kids as those who listen and follow rules, but what if constant compliance comes with a long-term cost? Dr. Becky talks with Dr. Sunita Sah, author of Defy: The Power of No in a World that Demands Yes , about rethinking defiance, the downsides of over-compliance, and helping kids balance cooperation with self-respect. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4fSxbzk Your Good Inside membership might be eligible for HSA/FSA reimbursement! To learn more about h...
Modern parents are stretched to the limit: careers, childcare, and expectations keep growing, but the day is still only 24 hours long. In this episode, Dr. Becky and economist Dr. Corinne Low unpack the data behind parental exhaustion and share realistic ways to reclaim your time, reduce resentment, and feel more present in daily life. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4fSxbzk Your Good Inside membership might be eligible for HSA/FSA reimbursement! To learn more about how to g...
There’s no “right” time for the sex talk. Just ask Dr. Becky - who ended up explaining condoms to her 5-year-old on a crowded New York City subway. Of course, it’s normal for these conversions to feel awkward - especially if you didn’t have them growing up. In today’s episode, learn how to turn tricky talks into meaningful moments of connection with scripts and strategies for sharing accurate, inclusive, and age-appropriate information about bodies, porn, sex, and more. Get the Good Inside App b...
Few things feel more triggering than hearing that your kid is being teased or left out. If your first instinct is to “fix” the situation - text the teacher, call a parent, march up to school - you’re not alone. But as Dr. Becky and Dr. Sheryl Ziegler explain, our own wounds can make us miss what our kids need most. This episode unpacks why bullying feels so personal - and how to reset before you react. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4fSxbzk Your Good Inside membership might...
Our kids experience almost no gap between “want” and “have.” Looking for a movie? Stream it now. Have a question? Search for instant answers. Need a new water bottle? Select next-day shipping. In today’s episode, Dr. Becky explains why our kids get less practice waiting and tolerating frustration than previous generations - and how parents can intentionally build resilience in a world of convenience. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4fSxbzk Your Good Inside membership might b...
If you’ve yelled at your kid, you’re not a bad parent. You’re a good parent with an overwhelmed nervous system. Today, Dr. Becky breaks down the science behind yelling, snapping, and shutting down. She explains why our bodies react before our brains can catch up - and how understanding this will help you pause, reset, and reconnect. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4fSxbzk Your Good Inside membership might be eligible for HSA/FSA reimbursement! To learn more about how to get ...
Your kids are arguing again, and you’re exhausted: “Can’t you just get along?!” As a mom of three, Dr. Becky gets it. And in today’s episode, she shares a powerful reframe: Sibling rivalry isn’t a problem to fix - it’s an opportunity to build relationship skills for life. Here’s how to help your kids share space, navigate conflict… and, yes, stop hitting each other, too. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4fSxbzk Your Good Inside membership might be eligible for HSA/FSA reimbur...
You might know Mike “The Situation” and Lauren Sorrentino from Jersey Shore . Today, they’re parents of three, navigating recovery and raising resilient kids. In this candid conversation with Dr. Becky, they share how sobriety shapes their parenting, how they plan to talk with their children about substances, and why connection - not perfection - is the key to breaking cycles. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4fSxbzk Your Good Inside membership might be eligible for HSA/FSA r...
Many of us grew up hearing, “Don’t cry, you’re fine” or “Stop overreacting!” Now, we want to raise our kids differently… but how? Dr. Becky sits down with Dr. Marc Brackett, founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, to talk about his powerful personal story and research. They discuss understanding emotions as data, validating kids’ feelings without overindulging them, and building emotional literacy for the whole family. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly...
Something no one tells you about parenting? How much time you'll spend in the driver’s seat - chauffeuring your kid to school, playdates, soccer, birthday parties, you name it. That's why Dr. Becky partnered with Chomps to answer questions from parents like you about carpool. In this bonus episode, she shares how to make car rides easier and more meaningful. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4fSxbzk Your Good Inside membership might be eligible for HSA/FSA reimbursement! To le...
Praise always feels good in the moment. But does it build confidence that lasts? In today’s episode, Dr. Becky shares some surprising research on praise - and what it tells us about how to affirm our kids in more effective ways. You’ll learn exactly what to do to build your kid’s self-esteem in both high and low moments. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4fSxbzk Your Good Inside membership might be eligible for HSA/FSA reimbursement! To learn more about how to get your members...
In honor of Grandparents Day, Dr. Becky takes questions from both sides: She hears from parents who feel stuck between gratitude and frustration about their parents’ involvement, and from grandparents who feel both needed and dismissed. Together, these conversations highlight the messy and necessary reality of building strong, emotionally healthy families across generations. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4fSxbzk Your Good Inside membership might be eligible for HSA/FSA rei...
Dr. Becky Kennedy and Coach Jamie Pfeffer open a Good Inside Members' Q&A to the public, offering unfiltered, empathetic, and practical advice on common parenting challenges. They tackle topics from managing intense emotions and addressing unwanted behaviors like hitting and lying to navigating peer conflicts and perfectionism. The episode emphasizes a 'long-term greedy' mindset, encouraging parents to view struggles as opportunities for growth and to trust the process of becoming the parent they aspire to be. It introduces valuable strategies like distinguishing feelings from behaviors, using 'side door' approaches for shame, and reframing internal critical voices.
Sharpened pencils, new backpacks, picture-perfect outfits. Even if back-to-school season looks shiny on the outside, it often comes with a swirl of messy feelings for kids and parents! In this episode, Dr. Becky unpacks why starting school is more than just a change in schedule - and how to stay sturdy during the turbulence of transitions. She reframes regressive behaviors and offers practical strategies for building routines, so you and your child can feel more connected, resilient, and confide...
We all know too much screen time isn’t good for kids—and our instinct as parents is to protect them from it. But when fear shapes how we manage screens at home, it can quickly turn into shame the moment they pick one up. In today’s world, where screens are woven into so much of daily life, the real challenge is to face that reality with thoughtfulness - and to make choices guided by our values, not by guilt. In this episode, Dr. Becky sits down with screen time expert Ash Brandon, EdS (@thegamer...
In this episode of Good Inside with Dr. Becky , we dive into the magic of imaginative play - why it’s so important for kids, and why it can feel surprisingly challenging for parents to join in. Dr. Becky explores how pretend play nurtures curiosity, problem-solving, and emotional growth, giving children the space to wonder, dream, and practice being in the world. But she also normalizes the truth for many parents: stepping into a child’s world of imagination isn’t always easy, and that doesn’t m...
Consent. It’s a word that feels loaded, emotionally charged, and deeply important. In this episode, Dr. Becky lays the groundwork for what it means to model consent in everyday parenting - helping kids build self-trust, practice setting boundaries, and know their voice matters. She offers practical language, powerful reframes, and grounded guidance for walking the line between honoring a child’s autonomy and staying steady in your role as the parent. With warmth and clarity, Dr. Becky unpacks th...
In this powerful episode, Dr. Becky sits down with Pulitzer Prize–winning New York Times science reporter Matt Richtel to explore the urgent mental health crisis facing today’s teens—and the science behind what’s really going on in the adolescent brain. Expanding on his acclaimed reporting, Matt shares insights from his groundbreaking new book How We Grow Up, diving deep into the neurological, biological, and social transformations that define adolescence. This episode is brought you by Chomps. ...
In this raw and honest episode, Dr. Becky opens up about the never-before-told story of raising her own Deeply Feeling Kid, detailing the early challenges like intense reactions and feeding struggles. She explains how understanding her child's unique needs, rather than labels, became the foundation for her impactful parenting philosophy. Dr. Becky also bravely shares her biggest parenting mistake and celebrates her daughter's remarkable progress, highlighting the transformative power of empathy and connection.
Why does a messy house feel so overwhelming? In this episode, Dr. Becky unpacks the deeper emotional roots behind why physical clutter—like the laundry pile or the half-unpacked suitcase—can feel like a personal failure instead of just “stuff.” She explores how mess stirs feelings of chaos, shame, and “not enoughness,” especially for parents carrying the invisible mental load. You’ll hear why mess taps into childhood messages, cultural myths around “good moms,” and our very real need for control...
Puberty is starting earlier—and for many parents, it’s arriving before they or their kids feel ready. In this episode, Dr. Becky sits down with Dr. Sheryl Ziegler , author of The Crucial Years: Early Interventions in Education and Childcare , to unpack why puberty today looks so different for our kids than it did for us—and what caregivers can do to support them through it. Together, they explore the emotional and physical shifts that are arriving sooner than expected, the impact of today’s cult...
In this special episode, we’re sharing a recent conversation from More Happier with Gretchen Rubin , where Dr. Becky joined Gretchen Rubin and comedian Samantha Bee for a heartfelt Parenting Roundtable. Together, they explore the most helpful lessons they’ve learned as parents, the toughest challenges they’ve faced, and the anxieties that come up along the way. It’s an honest, funny, and deeply relatable conversation about what it really means to grow with your kids—not just raise them. Original...
In this special episode, Dr. Becky shares a powerful live conversation from the Future of Fatherhood Summit, moderated by Maggie McGrath, editor of Forbes Women . Titled “Raising Boys and Ourselves,” the session explores the evolving landscape of modern fatherhood. Dr. Becky dives deep into the roots of toxic masculinity, the emotional education boys are often denied, and the critical role fathers play in reshaping cultural narratives. Together with Maggie, she unpacks what it truly means to sho...
Gender roles are shifting—and as they do, the needs of boys and men are changing too, impacting how we raise boys and understand modern fatherhood. In this conversation, Dr. Becky and Richard Reeves explore how evolving expectations around masculinity and fatherhood are leaving many boys and dads without the support they need, and why rethinking those roles is key to helping all kids—and parents—thrive. Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: https://bit.ly/4fSxbzk Follow Dr. Becky on Instagram: h...
It’s 10:00 AM. One kid’s crying over a melted popsicle, another is shouting about the remote, and you’re already wondering if it’s too soon for a second coffee. Sound familiar? In this episode, Dr. Becky dives into the chaotic, sticky, emotionally charged season that is summer parenting—and why it often feels so much harder than we imagined. We unpack the myth of the “magical summer,” the invisible jobs no one trained you for (Camp Director, Sibling Referee, Snack Machine, anyone?), and why you'...
In this episode of Good Inside , Dr. Becky talks with bestselling author and mental health expert Dr. John Delony about the utility trap — the pressure many men feel to always be useful, fix problems, and provide solutions, often at the expense of emotional connection. John shares his own experiences as a dad learning to step out of “fix-it mode” and into emotional presence , vulnerability, and attunement. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the role of provider or problem-solver, or you’re parenting w...
"My kid is nothing like me." It’s a thought many parents have—but rarely say out loud. We all carry quiet expectations that our kids will reflect us in some way: our values, our temperament, maybe even our path. So what happens when they don’t? Dr. Becky sits down with Dr. Andrew Solomon, author of Far from the Tree , to explore what it brings up for us when our kids are different from us—and how acceptance and curiosity can help us grow while deepening our connection with them. Today’s episode ...
