This episode originally aired on December 25th, 2020. Big Little Feelings duo Kristin and Deena are answering listener questions about toddlers. Topics include power struggles, hitting, biting, time-outs, feelings, talking about death and bath time struggles. Instagram: @biglittlefeelings website: biglittlefeelings.com 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 ....
Dec 30, 2022•47 min•Ep 100•Transcript available on Metacast This episode originally aired on September 4th, 2020. This is a re-air. This week, we're diving into the science of babies and parenting and talking with New York Times bestselling author Dr. Tina Payne Bryson! https://www.tinabryson.com Happy Holidays! 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 ....
Dec 23, 2022•48 min•Ep 99•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we sit down with renowned child development expert Professor Alan Sroufe to discuss the concept of secure attachment relationships. We explore what it means for a child to have a secure attachment relationship with their primary caregivers, and the impact this can have on their overall development. Professor Sroufe shares his insights and findings from decades of research in the field, and provides practical advice for parents and caregivers looking to foster secure attachment r...
Dec 16, 2022•35 min•Ep 98•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we sit down again with bestselling author and social media expert Donna Jackson Nakazawa. Donna shares her strategies for overcoming the damaging effects of constant comparison and unrealistic beauty standards on social media, and offers practical advice for parents looking to improve their children's mental health and well-being in the digital age. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on the challenges and opportunities of navigating social media as a young woman. Spons...
Dec 09, 2022•42 min•Ep 97•Transcript available on Metacast How is social media affecting our daughter's brains? What does new research tell us? Join me in conversation with Donna Jackson Nakazawa, award-winning science journalist, internationally recognized speaker, and author of Girls On The Brink: Helping Our Daughters Thrive in an Era of Increased Anxiety, Depression, and Social Media. Sponsors Caraway: Visit www.Carawayhome.com/humans or use code humans at checkout for 10% off your next purchase! Skylight Frame: This has been SUCH a special gift for...
Dec 05, 2022•43 min•Ep 96•Transcript available on Metacast I had a truly surprising lightbulb moment this week in my conversation with Dr. Joshua Sparrow about why saying "just try your best" could actually be harmful. Join me again in conversation with Dr. Joshua Sparrow, child, adolescent, and general psychiatrist; associate clinical professor of psychiatry at the Harvard Medical School; and supervisor for outpatient psychiatry services at Children's Hospital Boston. Sponsored by PM Pediatric Care: For more information about PM Pediatric Care and a li...
Dec 02, 2022•34 min•Ep 95•Transcript available on Metacast Many parents are in touch with their emotions and are comfortable being sensitive, but struggle to set clear boundaries and limits - which are two separate things - without feeling guilty. How can we communicate clear, effective boundaries while remaining emotionally sensitive? Join me in conversation with Dr. Joshua Sparrow, child, adolescent, and general psychiatrist; associate clinical professor of psychiatry at the Harvard Medical School; and supervisor for outpatient psychiatry services at ...
Nov 25, 2022•48 min•Ep 94•Transcript available on Metacast I'm so grateful to receive your DMs over at @raisinggoodhumanspodcast on Instagram! Today I'm answering some questions about children ages 2-6 in more depth, including how to tackle seeing your child rejected, taking your disregulated child out of situations they aren't ready for, and more. Sponsored by PM Pediatric Care: For more information about PM Pediatric Care and a list of locations, visitpmpediatriccare.com Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your order at Hiyahealth.com/HUMANS See Privacy Poli...
Nov 18, 2022•30 min•Ep 93•Transcript available on Metacast Today, we’re talking about the emergencies that tend to come up around the holidays, and in general, for children up through teens, and how we can prepare. Dr. Christina Johns is an emergency physician, a board-certified pediatrics emergency medicine doctor. She served for years as the attending physician and assistant division chief in the Emergency Medicine and Trauma Center at Children's National at George Washington University School of Medicine. @deardrchristina Blog: Dear Dr. Christina Pro...
Nov 14, 2022•42 min•Ep 92•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast "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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast