Parenting a child who is very different from you can feel beyond challenging. But is it a good use of your energy to try to get your child to be someone different than who they are? Dr. Nanika Coor offers tips for parenting the child you have rather than the child you'd hoped to have. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https:/...
Jan 03, 2022•11 min•Ep. 659
To celebrate the new year, Project Parenthood host Dr. Nanika Coor joins Dr. Rachel Vanderbilt (the Relationship Doctor ) and Dr. Monica Johnson ( Savvy Psychologist ) for a special panel episode to discuss New Year's resolutions and how families can set better goals. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirt...
Dec 26, 2021•18 min•Ep. 658
In parenting and in life, you will experience countless challenging and upsetting situations that you just can't change. Radical acceptance can help you cope. Dr. Nanika Coor explains what radical acceptance is, how it can help when parenting gets hard, and 7 steps to putting it into action. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: ...
Dec 12, 2021•10 min•Ep. 656
It’s not easy when parents have very different ideas about raising the kids. Leaving these conflicts unresolved is a recipe for resentment and eroded relationships. Dr. Coor interviews Dr. Aleja Parsons to get some tips for improving communication with your co-parent. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Follow Dr. Aleja Parsons and sign up for her vulnerability masterclass . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join t...
Dec 04, 2021•35 min•Ep. 655
It’s not easy being a stepparent. Stepping into a parenting role with your partner’s children can put a lot of strain on a blended family. Dr. Coor interviews Coach Naja Hall from Blended and Black and VIPStepmom to get some tips for reducing conflict and increasing connection with your stepchildren. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter ...
Nov 06, 2021•29 min•Ep. 651
Parenting kids with ADHD can be a challenge. Dr. Nanika Coor explains ways that focusing on the quality of the parent-child relationship can not only improve your relationship with your child, but also help them develop the emotional and cognitive skills they’re missing. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickandd...
Oct 31, 2021•13 min•Ep. 650
Finding it difficult to use respectful parenting tools? If your relationship with your child is adversarial, you may need to repair your relationship first. Dr. Nanika Coor offers tips for repairing your bond to help lay the foundation for respectful parenting tools. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirty...
Oct 17, 2021•11 min•Ep. 648
Indigenous Peoples' Day acknowledges the resilience and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and culture. Dr. Coor interviews Lorraine Brave from The National Indian Child Welfare Association about the Positive Indian Parenting Program and the unique experiences of Indigenous Peoples in the United States. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twit...
Oct 10, 2021•37 min•Ep. 647
Did you know that how a baby's caregivers communicate with them not only impacts brain development but also how they go on to behave in relationships in the future? Dr. Nanika Coor explains how respectful communication can positively impact your current relationship with your child and their future relationships. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook...
Oct 03, 2021•8 min•Ep. 646
Having a tough time shifting to respectful parenting practices? Dr. Nanika Coor gives tips for validating your child in ways that cultivate mutual respect, strengthens trust, and inspires voluntary cooperation. Read the companion article on Quick and Dirty Tips. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts http...
Sep 26, 2021•9 min•Ep. 645
What's the best way to educate your child about their neurodevelopmental diagnosis? Dr. Nanika Coor gives 7 tips for talking with neurodiverse kids about their diagnosis in a way that focuses on their strengths and abilities. Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickand...
Sep 12, 2021•8 min•Ep. 643
When a child turns six, they can go from affectionate to rejecting in the blink of an eye. Dr. Nanika Coor helps parents navigate this challenging time with strategies for increasing connection, reducing conflict, and regulating yourself as a parent.
Sep 05, 2021•10 min•Ep. 642
Has the COVID-19 crisis made an already stressful back-to-school time even more intense? Dr. Nanika Coor explains how to use use a trauma-informed parenting approach to support your family through this transition. Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.co...
Aug 29, 2021•10 min•Ep. 641
Your child’s sense of self-worth will be impacted by many things throughout life that you can't control. However, you can control what you say and do. Dr. Nanika Coor explains how to prioritize love and acceptance, in moments of connection and conflict. Read the transcript . Check out all the episodes at: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/project-parenthood Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QDTProjectParenthood Twitter: https://twitter.com/QDTParenthood...
Aug 08, 2021•7 min•Ep. 638
Soon after a child turns three, caregivers come up against controlling and resistant behaviors. Rather than getting lost in endless power struggles and conflict, try Project Parenthood's effective tools to get through this challenging developmental period with your sanity intact. Read the full transcript . Check out all the episodes at: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/project-parenthood Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QDTProjectParenthood Twitter: https://twitter.com/QDTParenthood...
Aug 01, 2021•8 min•Ep. 637
Your nervous system is communicating with your child's nervous system all the time, and you can control the message it's sending. Dr. Nanika Coor expains how to lessen your child's challenging behaviors by regulating your responses to them. Read the full transcript . Check out all the episodes at: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/project-parenthood Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QDTProjectParenthood Twitter: https://twitter.com/QDTParenthood...
Jul 25, 2021•8 min•Ep. 636
Babies are remarkable - fully formed little people with their own personalities from the start. However, taking care of their basic needs often overshadows our ability to treat them as people. Dr. Nanika Coor offers 5 ways to bond with your baby while enjoying their unique perspective of the world. Read the full transcript . Check out all the episodes at: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/project-parenthood Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QDTProjectParenthood Twitter: <a href="https://twit...
Jul 18, 2021•7 min•Ep. 635
Parenting can challenge even the most patient of us. Psychologist Dr. Nanika Coor gives parents and caregivers valuable tips on how to improve our daily experience with raising children (and give ourselves a break). Read the full transcript . Check out all the episodes at: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/project-parenthood Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QDTProjectParenthood Twitter: https://twitter.com/QDTParenthood...
Jul 11, 2021•8 min•Ep. 634
Dr. Nanika Coor, host of the brand new Project Parenthood podcast, explains respectful parenting - the parenting philosophy that will open the lines of communication, decrease conflict, and improve your family life. Read the full transcript . Check out all the episodes: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/project-parenthood Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QDTProjectParenthood Twitter: https://twitter.com/QDTParenthood...
Jul 04, 2021•8 min•Ep. 633
After nine years, Mighty Mommy host Cheryl Butler passes the torch to child psychologist Dr. Nanika Coor. Onward to Project Parenthood! Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe https://www.faceb...
Jun 27, 2021•20 min•Ep. 632
Ever have a day (or 10!) when you want nothing to do with parenting? You're not an awful person, you're normal! After nine wonderful years, Cheryl Butler winds down her role as Mighty Mommy and shares smart tips on coping with the struggle of parenthood. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quickand...
Jun 20, 2021•11 min•Ep. 631
High school graduation is a huge accomplishment. It's the culmination of 12 dedicated years in the classroom, but it's only the beginning of adulthood. Mighty Mommy shares seven tips to help your graduate transition to a fulfilling adult life. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.c...
Jun 13, 2021•9 min•Ep. 630
Parents want their kids to succeed in all areas of life, but it's our everyday interactions that make all the difference. Check out Mighty Mommy's 10 simple ways to bring out the best in your kids. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts...
Jun 06, 2021•12 min•Ep. 629
Pregnancy is one of the most remarkable experiences. It's also an invitation for folks (even strangers!) to offer unsolicited comments and advice. Mighty Mommy offers 5 suggestions for well-wishers who want to celebrate without crossing the line. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytip...
May 30, 2021•10 min•Ep. 628
With hundreds of camps to choose from each summer, Mighty Mommy offers 5 ways that you and your child can gain a positive experience from participating in camp. Read the transcript Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows FOLLOW MIGHTY MOMMY Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MightyMommy Twitter: https://twitter.com/MightyMommy Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mightymommyqdt/...
May 23, 2021•11 min•Ep. 483
Mighty Mommy explains the 5 most common mistakes well-intended parents make — plus 5 easy fixes to turn things around and reestablish parental authority. Read the transcript. Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/ https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe ...
May 16, 2021•13 min•Ep. 627
The transition from childhood into adulthood can be a struggle. If your adult child won't leave his cozy nest, Mighty Mommy's five practical tips can help them fly. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/parenting/four-positives-parenting-pandemic https://www.quickanddirtytips.co...
May 09, 2021•10 min•Ep. 626
The past year has been filled with unprecedented challenges and grief for parents and their children. But through it all, there have also been some unexpected bright spots. Mighty Mommy takes a look at four of them in this Mother's Day reflection. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quickanddirtyti...
May 03, 2021•13 min•Ep. 625
Seventy percent of teens are on TikTok, the hottest new social media app. But what if I told you TikTok was more than just a GenZ phenomenon? There's plenty for parents to love about the app, too! Here are my top five. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/parenting/reasons-pare...
Apr 25, 2021•10 min•Ep. 624
If your child is bucking your rules and acting out in ways you can't even fathom, don't despair! Here are four practical ways to combat rebellion so you and your kids can begin enjoying each other's company once again. Read the transcript . Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows . Subscribe to the newsletter for more parenting tips. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter . Check out my family-friendly Pinterest boards . Links: https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/parenting/behavior/4-s...
Apr 18, 2021•14 min•Ep. 623