For many parents, the first six to twelve months of their baby’s life are probably one of the most stressful thanks to sleep deprivation. The emotional and physical toll of listening to your baby cry isn’t easy, but it’s important to realize that it’s just as stressful for them as their body and brain try to adjust to life outside of the womb.
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Jun 9
The Manipulation Myth: What's Really Happening When Your Kid Acts Out
I had been told the same story since I became a mom: “children are manipulative”, “They do that on purpose”. I believed it. I bargained and threatened, my daughter melted down harder, and the wall between us got higher. I had been told kids push their parents because they want th ... Show More
14m 48s
May 26
What You're Doing to Keep Them Safe Is Making Them Fragile
The week before my oldest daughter left for college, I caught myself reorganizing her room, repacking her bags, sending her articles she didn't ask for. And I realized standing in her doorway one night, she was ready. She had been ready for a long time. I was the one who wasn't r ... Show More
21m 11s
Mar 2023
134. Sleep Training Your Babies, Toddlers and Kids (So You Can Sleep Too) with Brittany Sheehan
Many of you have followed the last 3+ years of my #OperationRoomShare journey. I've had my ups and downs with my kids' sleep which in turn affects us, the parents, getting a good night's rest. We all know the importance of sleep for adults and your overall health, but sometimes t ... Show More
36m 51s
Apr 2020
What new parents should know about baby development and the brain
Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode, I chat with Jenny and Carrie about their advice to new parents. We talk about the importance of a stimulating environment, which doesn’t mean having a lot around your baby, but rather being present, getting down on the floor with them during tu ... Show More
1h 1m
Jan 2022
The Baby-Sitters Club (and More) with Rachel Shukert
Calling all fans of The Baby-Sitters Club! Dr. Dan welcomes Rachel Shukert, creator/showrunner and executive producer of the acclaimed Netflix series THE BABY-SITTERS CLUB. On this fun episode, Dr. Dan and Rachel talk about parenting, the beloved book series, the power of friends ... Show More
59m 24s
Dec 2020
Stress during pregnancy with Dr. Suzanne King
Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Suzanne King, a scientific researcher from McGill University in Montreal. We discussed stress during pregnancy. Given the pandemic, many expecting moms might be going through lots of stress. Although it m ... Show More
53m 25s