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Nov 2022
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The Brain and Parenting with Dr. Cindy H...

Institute of Child Psychology
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In this episode, Tania and Tammy are joined by Dr. Cindy Hovington, founder of Curious Neuron. Listen to Dr. Hovington break down neurobiological principles in easily digestible parenting guidance. In this enlightening podcast, she helps us to delve deeper into our child’s behaviour, explores the science behind co-regulation, and shares the three things that she believes every parent should be taught before leaving the hospital with a new baby.

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