Raising good humans is hard. We all worry about if we're doing best and we don't always know how to do it. This is especially true when we start touching on topics we may not have experience with, like racism. Many of us may think that we can just try to raise kids who aren't racist and that will be enough. But it's not. We need to actively work to chan ... Show More
Feb 2025
Ep. 65: How can nurture transform your parenting and your child?
When we think about raising our children, we often all have ideas of what is best and what we want to do. Not always are we able to achieve those goals – for better or worse. But the early years, especially 0 to 3, are crucial in our children’s neurological development and knowin ... Show More
1h 18m
Jul 2024
What My Child Needs to Hear Me Say Every Day
Want to know what's the most important thing to say to your child? Our kids need to hear us say many meaningful, emotional words everyday, but there are 3 words we need to prioritize as parents, caregivers and as teachers. Spoiler alert: it's not I Love You. Listen in and ... Show More
13m 44s
May 2022
Do You Talk to Your Kids About Racism?
How do you talk to your kids about racism? There's no one answer, and every conversation is different. In this episode, the Mamas share whether they have discussed the White supremacist mass shooting in Buffalo with their children. Plus, what are the expectations of schools to e ... Show More
31m 35s
Feb 2024
Are You Raising A Nice Kid?
In this episode, we delve into fostering kindness within our families, prompted by a study showing kids often think their parents value success over empathy. As a pediatrician and mom, I share actionable steps for embedding kindness in our daily lives, from acknowledging the groc ... Show More
10m 31s
Aug 2024
Is Holding Your Child Accountable Truly Necessary?
Imagine this: Your child has just knocked over their sibling's Lego creation, and you’re torn between wanting to gently correct their behavior and wondering if there’s a better way. Is it really about making them say, "I'm sorry," or is there a deeper lesson to be learned ... Show More
20m 46s