Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... 5:10 - Approaching the situation without shame and trying to do our best not to go to the meeting at the school from a defensive frame of mind. 7:55 - Zooming out from the behavior itself to try to understand what types of emotions are leading to these outbursts will allow us to be more effective in "treating" it. 9:50 - Creating a relationship between you and ...
Jan 25, 2024•34 min
Would you say you're a 👁️ visual or an 👂🏼 auditory learner? What if I told you that the research has actually debunked the theory that learning styles even exist? So, then what actually is the best way for helping our kids to learn, feel successful, and become resilient? That is exactly what I’ll be talking about with University of Virginia Professor of Psychology and the author of several amazing books, including the best-selling Why Don't Students Like School? , and most recently, Outsmart ...
Jan 23, 2024•54 min
Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... 2:22 - Understanding the distinction between bribery and rewards, so you can be most effective in motivating your child. 5:05 - How to use rewards to help our children learn a new habit. 6:50 - A bribe is a tool in a parents toolbox, it's about knowing when to use that tool so you are doing it intentionally and not just falling back on it. 8:07 - A reward is to...
Jan 18, 2024•32 min
Uncover proven techniques to manage anxiety, guilt, and overwhelming emotions, empowering you to parent with confidence. 👩👧 Joining me this week is Dr. Ilyse Dobrow DiMarco . Ilyse is the Founder/Director of the North Jersey Center for Anxiety and Stress Management and the author of Mom Brain: Proven Strategies to Fight the Anxiety, Guilt, and Overwhelming Emotions of Motherhood—and Relax into Your New Self. This episode is a must-listen for all new and seasoned moms, with actionable insights...
Jan 16, 2024•1 hr
Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... If your child (or you!) has ADHD, you're going to love all the products from BestSelf as much as I do! CLICK HERE and use code DRSARAHBREN15 to save 15% off your entire purchase! 3:50 - How parents of a child newly diagnosed with ADHD can utilize specific strategies to support them. 6:02 - Understand ADHD and what a child with ADHD might struggle with (and what...
Jan 11, 2024•23 min
Embark on a journey of self-exploration that will empower you to rewrite your attachment narrative! Joining me to share her expertise on attachment patterns in adult relationships is psychotherapist and the author of the new book Your Pocket Therapist , Dr. Annie Zimmerman . Together Dr. Zimmerman and I have an engaging conversation that dives deep into the nuances of matrescence and patrescence, how to begin unpacking your triggers, and the transformative 5-step process she outlines in her book...
Jan 09, 2024•51 min
Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... 2:02 - Distinguishing between the different interventions for how to respond to biting with a young child versus an older toddler. 5:55 - Babies don't often bite out of angry, but for many other reasons including exploratory and sensory seeking behaviors. 7:53 - When a baby bites another kid and the child has a big reaction, our baby may bite more because they ...
Jan 04, 2024•15 min
Effective strategies for guiding your child through the digital landscape and preparing them for a tech-savvy future! Join us in this episode as Dr. Devorah Heitner unravels the mysteries of parenting in the age of social media, online gaming, and rapid technological changes. Gain practical insights into setting boundaries, modeling positive behavior, and empowering your kids to navigate the complexities of the digital universe with confidence. Dr. Devorah Heitner has a Ph.D. in Media/Technology...
Jan 02, 2024•46 min
Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... 2:05 - Parents are often worried this transition will be traumatic, but most children will be able to get through it in a healthy way, even if they have big feelings about it. 3:44 - Be mindful that how we feel about this transition is often predictive of how smoothly it will go and can become a self-fulfilling prophecy. 6:04 - There is a period of time where w...
Dec 28, 2023•18 min
How can parents use the principles of Integrative Attachment Family Therapy (IAFT) to strengthen their connection with their child? That is what I'll be exploring with the co-author of the new book, Integrative Attachment Family Therapy: A Clinical Guide to Heal and Strengthen the Parent-Child Relationship through Play, Co-regulation, and Meaning-Making, Dafna Lender, LCSW. This episode offers a unique perspective on parenting, emphasizing the importance of play, co-regulation, and meaningful in...
Dec 26, 2023•50 min
Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... 1:40 - Unpacking whether our child is anxious about this experience, or if we might be projecting our own feelings onto the request for them to perform. 5:33 - What interventions can you use in the moment when someone asks your child to do something you're not sure they want to do. 9:26 - How to avoid fragilizing our kids in this world of gentle parenting. 12:1...
Dec 21, 2023•27 min
🧬 How do genetics impact our child's temperament, personality, and development? Here to talk about the impact of DNA, environmental factors, and the interplay between a child's actions and a parent's response is Dr. Danielle Dick. Dr. Dick is the author of The Child Code and an internationally recognized and award-winning expert on genetic and environmental influences on human behavior. This episode offers a roadmap for parents, empowering them to embrace their child's innate strengths, manage ...
Dec 19, 2023•58 min
Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... 2:10 - You can build your child's resilience by helping them establish healthy and secure relationships. 5:22 - Understanding the importance of "good enough" parenting for your child's development. 6:19 - What is the goal of parenting in our child's first year? Is there such a thing as a child being too young for you to build up their resilience? 9:22 - The dif...
Dec 14, 2023•28 min
In a society that places a premium on perfection, reshaping our personal and parenting goals to prioritize growth over perfectionism becomes a formidable task. Here to help empower you to navigate the messy middle ground of parenthood, embrace the long game, and find beauty in the small wins is the founder of About Progress, Monica Packer. Monica is a mom of 5, podcaster, coach, and "recovering perfectionist" herself. Monica's wisdom challenges the conventional all-or-nothing mindset, providing ...
Dec 12, 2023•54 min
Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... 2:55 - Raising our own tolerance to the discomfort of our partner being "less effective" than we know we could be with our children. 5:55 - Ask yourself: "What if I am actually NOT the only expert on my child and what my partner is giving her is actually what she needs." 6:47 - Can you physically remove yourself (just in the short term) to allow your partner an...
Dec 07, 2023•19 min
One of the biggest transitions a child can experience is a move away from family, friends, their school, and the life they knew... For military families in particular, this is a challenge many are faced with over and over, so establishing strategies for supporting yourself and your children can be particularly vital. Joining me today is military spouse and clinical psychologist Dr. Hannah Samaha. Together, we'll share practical moving hacks for kids, creative ways to keep them connected with fri...
Dec 05, 2023•51 min
>>> Download my FREE guide with 3 psychologist-approved discipline strategies that DON'T utilize shame or guilt (and still work to get your child to behave!) Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... 5:02 - Your tone of voice and way you communicate the consequence to you child is important. 6:45 - Is there a difference between a consequence and a punishment? 7:33 - How being attuned to your u...
Nov 30, 2023•36 min
🧠 Ready to Level Up Your Parenting Game? Tuning into our bond with our child and their attachment to us can be one of our most powerful tools in parenting. Jennifer Kolari is the founder of Connected Parenting, a method based on the neurobiology of love, teaching parents how to use compassion and empathy as powerful medicine to transform challenging behaviors and build children’s emotional resilience and emotional shock absorbers. Tune in to discover the power of empathy, the importance of sett...
Nov 28, 2023•1 hr
Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... 3:41 - Respectful versus intentional parenting - and how not to let either cause parents to be too fearful of "messing up." 4:11 - Making strategies your own. There is a way to stay authentic to your values while also infusing the magic of the holidays. 4:51 - "No one thing you're going to do is going to blow everything up." 5:52 - We don't have to take this to...
Nov 23, 2023•18 min
Find out how your child’s pediatrician can become an invaluable resource for YOU in your parenting journey. 🩺 👶🏼 👩⚕️ Here to discuss the nuances of what is normal when it comes to childhood milestones, reassuring parents that the journey isn't one-size-fits-all, is board certified pediatrician Dr. Jessica Hochman. Whether it's a late walker or a picky eater, we'll provide practical guidance on when and how to trust your gut as we explore the intersection of parental anxiety and child well-b...
Nov 21, 2023•58 min
Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... 2:25 - Understanding the difference between typical development and when there is a sensory issue. 4:04 - The recommendations for how to handle sensory issues, ADHD, and anxiety at a young age are all the same, so it’s less about having to identify it perfectly and more about how we respond to it. 5:21 - At 4 years old a lot of these sensory-seeking behaviors a...
Nov 16, 2023•23 min
How the time-tested traditions of yoga and modern scientific advancements are revealing a similar path for enlightenment and well-being! 🧘♀️🔬 Today we're exploring the intersections of parenting values, child development, and secure relationships, allowing parents to identify that sweet spot in their own life where all these things overlap. Joining me this week is seasoned yoga therapist, mom of two, and the mastermind behind some extraordinary moms groups, Nicole Katz. Nicole shares practica...
Nov 14, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... 3:07 - Do we encourage or dissuade our kids from asking people if they are a girl or a boy? 5:32 - Separating your own discomfort and embarrassment when your child says something that goes against the social construct. 7:28 - Kids point out differences when they see differences, and we don't need to shut that down. 9:13 - Being open to your own child's curiosit...
Nov 09, 2023•23 min
🧠 Let's simplify some complicated neuroscience into accessible and easy-to-understand bites! Did you know that understanding the intricate ways our nervous system responds to our environment can actually help us raise children who are resilient, healthy, and mindful? Joining me today is Seth Porges. Seth co-wrote the amazing new book, Our Polyvagal World: How Safety and Trauma Change Us, along with his father, the creator of polyvagal theory, Dr. Stephen Porges. In it, this father-son duo break...
Nov 07, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... 1:51 - Understanding the context and circumstances of why your child is whining. 4:01 - Responding to the content of your child's feeling or unmet needs rather than the tone. 7:26 - Getting to the root of what your child is trying to communicate, rather than asking something more of them in the moment. 8:20 - What to do when your child is whining a lot and it h...
Nov 02, 2023•19 min
Uncover the shocking impact toxic achievement culture is having on our kids' well-being - and what we can do to change that for the better! 😵💫 With her extensive research and thought-provoking insights, author of the NY Times best selling book Never Enough, Jennifer Breheny Wallace brings to the forefront the challenges our children face in this high-pressure world. In today's episode, we'll delve into the subtle and not-so-subtle ways in which the toxic achievement culture infiltrates our ch...
Oct 31, 2023•1 hr
Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... 3:18 - Having a big imagination is a form of cognitive play for child and a very healthy way for them to make sense of their world. 6:32 - How can parents respond and engage with your child when their fantasies are aggressive. 9:47 - After the "toddler fantasy" stage parents often see a "preschool denial of behavior" phase come next. 12:50 - How to give your ki...
Oct 26, 2023•26 min
❤️ Practical strategies for nurturing your relationship while navigating the ups and downs of parenthood. 👇🏻 As couples embark on the journey of parenthood, their relationship naturally undergoes a huge transformation. However, in a society that often places excessive focus on children, it's easy to overlook the vital need to nurture and prioritize our connection with our partner. Clinical psychologist Dr. Suzanne Burger is here to share valuable insights on how couples can maintain and streng...
Oct 24, 2023•51 min
Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... 3:07 - Putting a scary experience into perspective and viewing it as an opportunity to have a conversation on safety and boundaries with your child. 5:17 - You can review ground rules with your child without using shame or fear to make them impactful. 9:41 - Understanding your unique child's level of impulsivity and how they learn best. 11:30 - Walking the deli...
Oct 19, 2023•28 min
Uncover the secrets to raising intentional and reflective kids! 🌱👨👩👧👦 How does our perception of life shape our sense of self? And how can we teach our children to examine the meaning they make of their feelings and experiences to help them learn to be intentional in their actions? Prepare to expand your horizons, reconsider your perspective, and embark on a transformational journey with this week's guest and the author of GROW UP: Becoming the Parents Your Kids Deserve, Gary John Bishop...
Oct 17, 2023•45 min
