Join me in conversation with my good friend from college, stage and screen's David Harbour! We discuss how he's stepped into the role of stepdad and embracing family life - a transition he never expected he would make - and we talk how to communicate with kids when you're often traveling for work. Sponsored by NextEvo: CBD that REALLY works. For up to 25% off subscription orders of $40 or more, use promo code humans at NextEvo.com . Clare: My favorite paint! "Good Jeans" is so calming. Get 10% o...
Nov 11, 2022•48 min•Ep. 91
Are you concerned that your child is in charge? Does giving orders make you sweat? Do you need a moment for mindfulness before you lose your mind? In Raising Good Humans Premium, a Subscription exclusively available on Apple, Dr. Aliza Pressman will guide you through real-life examples, scientific research, and mindfulness practices that will help you be the parent you want to be - instead of trying to be the perfect parent. Airing weekly on Wednesdays starting November 9th. Produced by Dear Med...
Nov 09, 2022•40 sec•Ep. 10
Here's everything you need to know about the latest Covid-19 vaccine, which has been approved for kids 5 and older. Join me in conversation with Dr. Diana Ramos, California's Surgeon General. The FDA has authorized an updated COVID-19 booster dose for those 5 years and older at least two months following their last dose, whether it’s the last dose in their primary series or a booster dose. Those who’ve recently had COVID-19 may also want to wait three months since infection before receiving the ...
Nov 07, 2022•39 min•Ep. 90
Last week we explored some common myths about perfectionism. This week we're exploring the relationship between perfectionism and social media. How do we set expectations about the standards social media perpetuates for our kids? Join me again in conversation with Professor Thomas Curran today. Professor Curran is also the author of the wonderful book The Perfection Trap: Embracing the Power of Good Enough. Sponsored by KiwiCo: Give Awesome this holiday season with KiwiCo! Get your first month o...
Nov 04, 2022•31 min•Ep. 89
Some people are able to aim for excellence, not quite make it, and let it go. But many kids and adults experience deep shame when they miss the mark. What's the truth about perfectionism? Is it a matter of having high standards, or something else? Join me in conversation with Professor Thomas Curran today. Professor Curran is also the author of the wonderful book The Perfection Trap: Embracing the Power of Good Enough. Sponsored by Clare: My favorite paint! "Good Jeans" is so calming. Get 10% of...
Oct 28, 2022•29 min•Ep. 88
Join me for Part 2 of my conversation with Claire Lerner, L.C.S.W., the Director of Parenting Resources at Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families, a non-profit dedicated to promoting the healthy development and well-being of infants, toddlers, and their families. How do you deal with big reactions in a healthy way? Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your order at Hiyahealth.com/HUMANS Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv...
Oct 21, 2022•32 min•Ep. 87
What do you do when the regulated response to bad behavior doesn't work? Join me in conversation with Claire Lerner, L.C.S.W., the Director of Parenting Resources at Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families, a non-profit dedicated to promoting the healthy development and well-being of infants, toddlers, and their families. When Time-In Doesn’t Work: https://www.lernerchilddevelopment.com/mainblog/time-out-revisited Why Punishment Doesn’t Stop Aggressive Behavior: https:...
Oct 14, 2022•53 min•Ep. 86
How do you talk to your kids about sex? How do you talk to them about porn? Talking to boys and girls and kids of all genders and orientations requires thought, care, and cultural understanding. Join me in conversation with Peggy Orenstein, best-selling author of Boys and Sex , Girls and Sex , and more. We recommend listening to this one in private without your children in earshot. Peggy Orenstein's work: peggyorenstein.com Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski Ph. D: https://www.amazon.com/Come-You-...
Oct 07, 2022•50 min•Ep. 85
We don't always know what people are thinking or feeling - we're not mind-readers - but we can bolster our understanding. Today we're diving into the Theory of Mind, which refers to our capacity to understand others. It is important for understanding how to approach our children's developmental stage. We start with a wonderful grounding meditation. To learn more about theory of mind, DM me on Instagram at @raisinggoodhumans Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsements and ad...
Oct 03, 2022•32 min•Ep. 84
There's so much guilt and shame and anger that can be wrapped up in parenting - Today, we continue the conversation on how to address these parts of ourselves without judgement with the wonderful Dr. Dick Schwartz. You will come out of this conversation with a better understanding of yourself and better prepared to approach your child with compassion - especially if you have a highly sensitive child! Internal Family Systems is an evidence-based practice that will help you get in touch with how t...
Sep 30, 2022•39 min•Ep. 83
Do you ever feel ashamed or quick to anger with your kids? Join me in conversation with the incredible Dr. Richard Schwartz, who developed the Internal Family Systems model. This paradigm allows us to separate our Self into parts and examine them with compassion. Internal Family Systems Institute: https://ifs-institute.com/ Dr. Schwartz' book, No Bad Parts: https://www.amazon.com/No-Bad-Parts-Restoring-Wholeness/dp/1683646681 Watch Pixar's Inside Out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOO1DF1xIH0 ...
Sep 23, 2022•42 min•Ep. 82
With one kid, you're terrified that your child is gonna flunk out of high school because they got a bad grade. The other, you're anxious that they're putting too much pressure on themselves because they're doing homework before you've had your morning coffee. Join me in conversation with Dr. Sasha Heinz, developmental psychologist and mindset coach, as we navigate the perfectionism mindset. Sponsors LMNT: This is my wine headache-buster! Right now LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack...
Sep 16, 2022•52 min•Ep. 81
So excited to be answering YOUR Instagram questions today! Join me in a quick meditation reset, then we dive into the B.A.L.A.N.C.E. system - The steps you need to solve any parenting challenge, big or small. After explaining the B.A.L.A.N.C.E. system, I answer several of your questions using it as an example so you know exactly how to implement it - you're gonna love this episode! KiwiCo: Let's find new screen-free ways of engaging our kids! Head to www.kiwico.com with code HUMANS for a discoun...
Sep 09, 2022•38 min•Ep. 80
Join me in conversation with my phenomenal married friends, fashion journalist Derek Blasberg (@derekblasberg) and Nick Brown (@nickbrown), managing partner at Imaginary Ventures. They share their surrogacy journey, becoming fathers to twins, an emergency in the hospital, and what annoys them about surrogacy - the answer may surprise you! For more information on surrogacy for gay men, visit Men Having Babies at menhavingbabies.org or DM Nick @nickbrown. LMNT: This is a true headache-buster! Righ...
Sep 05, 2022•42 min•Ep. 79
Sometimes, it's better to just listen and let your kid vent. Join me in conversation with psychotherapist Whitney Goodman, who you may know from the terrific Instagram page @sitwithwhit. She is the author of Toxic Positivity: Keeping It Real in a World Obsessed with Being Happy. We discuss what toxic positivity is, how to listen and when to give advice, and we trade stories of some times we wish we could have acted differently. Allstate: Is your family's data protected? Head to www.AIP.com/HUMAN...
Sep 02, 2022•42 min•Ep. 78
Are kids susceptible to identity theft even if they don't have a credit card? Does making purchases online expose them - and you - to data breaches? What IS the dark web, actually? Join me in conversation with Madeline Nusser, Vice President of Creative, Content, and Digital Experience at Allstate Identity Protection. Allstate Identity Protection has the best plans for families, especially digitally active families. You can enroll your entire household under one family plan - spouse, kids, paren...
Aug 26, 2022•20 min•Ep. 77
"Why is my kid so lazy?" Hold that thought! I'm excited to welcome my friend Dr. Lisa Damour to the show this week. We discuss the science behind motivation, intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation, goodness of fit, and much more as it relates to our kids and school. Follow her work: drlisadamour.com She has written for the New York Times and CBS News Follow her terrific podcast Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting Sponsored by Caraway: Visit www.Carawayhome.com/humans or use code humans at checkout ...
Aug 19, 2022•47 min•Ep. 76
Are some sports better than others for your child's brain? What do you need to know about concussions? Join me in conversation with Dr. Julie Stamm, neuroscientist and author of The Brain on Youth Sports: The Science, The Myths, and the Future as we discuss the joyful benefits of sports as well as some considerations. She even shares the sports she would most and least want her kids playing! Sponsored by Once Upon A Farm: Use code HUMANS at www.onceuponafarmorganics.com for 35% off your first su...
Aug 12, 2022•42 min•Ep. 75
It's important to understand the difference between compassion and empathy — Join me today in a solo episode about the science behind compassion, imagining another person's feelings, and a concrete mindfulness exercise that will help you and your children practice the compassion that builds better communities. Support our show by supporting our partners! Zocdoc: Download the FREE Zocdoc app at www.zocdoc.com/HUMANS and schedule your appointments in seconds - Seriously, this is a game changer! Mi...
Aug 05, 2022•36 min•Ep. 74
In this bonus episode, Tembi Locke and I continue our conversation about grieving and caregiving, including what it means to be friends with someone who is grieving, and specific ways you can be considerate. Yipes! Wipes Go to www.yipes.com/humans for 20% off. Yipes to the rescue! Faherty Head to www.fahertybrand.com/humans20 and use code humans20 at checkout to get 20% off! Perelel Head to www.perelel.co with code HUMANS15 to get 15% off your first 3 months! Once Upon A Farm Use code HUMANS at ...
Aug 01, 2022•36 min•Ep. 73
How do you parent and caregive while you're living with grief? How can you help someone who is grieving? Join me in conversation with Tembi Locke, author of From Scratch, on what to say, what not to say, and for her story of profound love. LMNT: Right now LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase. Get yours at www.DrinkLMNT.com/HUMANS Once Upon A Farm: Use code HUMANS for 35% off your first subscription order with Once Upon A Farm. www.onceuponafarmorganics.com Perelel: ...
Jul 29, 2022•53 min•Ep. 72
I absolutely love this company! Join me in conversation with Cassandra Curtis, co-founder of Once Upon A Farm, as we cover the surprising truth about baby food, what motivated her to start making her own, upcoming trends in food for kids, Jennifer Garner's involvement, and more. This episode is sponsored by Once Upon A Farm. Use code HUMANS for 35% off your first subscription order with Once Upon A Farm. www.onceuponafarmorganics.com This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements ...
Jul 25, 2022•19 min•Ep. 71
Why do we choke when we've rehearsed something a million times? How do we set our kids up for success in situations where performance anxiety can get the best of them? Join me in conversation with Dr. Sian Beilock, author of Choke, about why we choke and how to avoid it. Sponsors Everlywell: Everlywell is offering a special discount of twenty percent off an at-homelab test at www.everlywell.com/HUMANS Perelel: Perelel is offering 15% off your first 3 months of Perelel with code: HUMANS15. Stir: ...
Jul 22, 2022•33 min•Ep. 70
Today Dr. Dolly Klock and I continue our conversation about teen partying culture by diving into fentanyl, prescription drugs, and how to have low-stress, scare-tactic free conversations with your teens/tweens about substance use. Sponsors Perelel: www.perelel.co code HUMANS15 Kiwico: www.kiwico.com code HUMANS Green Chef: www.greenchef.com/humans135 Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-in...
Jul 15, 2022•33 min•Ep. 69
We're answering your questions today! Join me in conversation with Dr. Dolly Klock, MD, a Board Certified Family Physician. We discuss teen drinking, prescription drugs, vaping, weed, Life360, and whether it's safe to supervise. Support the sponsors that keep the show free! Zocdoc: www.zocdoc.com/HUMANS and download the app for FREE Faherty: www.fahertybrand.com/HUMANS20 for 20% off Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://ar...
Jul 08, 2022•45 min•Ep. 68
Feeling ungrateful? Feeling like your kids seem ungrateful? Cultivate gratitude in others by being grateful yourself using these tips and a short gratitude practice. Enjoy! Stir: Stir is the app designed for parents who just happen to be single. Download Stir or tell your single friends to try it out! Caraway: Visit www.carawayhome.com/humans for 10% off Shopify: Go to www.shopify.com/humans for a free 14 day trial! Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Calif...
Jul 04, 2022•21 min•Ep. 67
Is pelvic floor pain normal? Do I need to do kegels? Are we doing them correctly?! Join me in conversation with Dr. Sara Reardon, The Vagina Whisperer, about maintaining vaginal and pelvic floor health after birth and beyond. Follow Dr. Reardon's work at www.thevaginawhisperer.com or on Instagram @the.vagina.whisperer Stir: Stir is the app designed for parents who just happen to be single. Download Stir or tell your single friends to try it out! Coterie: www.coterie.com/humans for 20% off and FR...
Jul 01, 2022•40 min•Ep. 66
Research shows that fathers have, on average, become more involved in their children's lives in the last several generations. This has created so many new questions for fathers. Join me in conversation with educator Kimberly Wolf, author of Talk With Her, to discover new ways for dads to engage with their daughters and navigate questions of body confidence as well as dating after divorce. Beam www.shopbeam.com/HUMANS Splendid Spoon www.SplendidSpoon.com/HUMANS Galileo www.galileo-camps.com FUNSU...
Jun 24, 2022•41 min•Ep. 65
How can we create a country that better serves parents? Join me in conversation with Dr. Dana Suskind. Sponsors Cozy Earth www.cozyearth.com code HUMANS Pair Eyewear: www.paireyewear.com/HUMANS KiwiCo www.kiwico.com code HUMANS That's It www.thatsitfruit.com/raisinggoodhumans Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jun 17, 2022•44 min•Ep. 64
Join me in conversation with one of the leading psychologists on executive function, Stephanie Carlson, to learn about raising self-reliant kids that still feel supported by their parents. Cozy Earth: 35% off sitewide at Cozy Earth with code HUMANS Zocdoc: www.zocdoc.com/HUMANS and download the app for FREE Talkspace www.talkspace.com/humans Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Jun 10, 2022•42 min•Ep. 63
