Is praising our children okay? Will they end up seeking a life of external validation? On this episode, I welcome Dr Jenicka Engler, developmental neuropsychologist, clinical scientist, and mom to discuss:
If praise is really all bad?
How to effectively use praise
What the research tells us about praise
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Today
The Follow-Up: Overcoming Percentile Anxiety
In this Follow Up episode, I’m opening up about something I’ve counseled countless parents through yet still had to face myself: the emotional weight of percentiles. After my daughter Vera was born, a mix of postpartum complications, exclusive pumping, and constant worry about he ... Show More
15m 57s
Nov 17
The Follow-Up: Helping Kids Feel Proud
Raising kids who feel proud of who they are, not just what they do, is one of the biggest gifts we can give them. In this Follow-Up episode, I revisit my conversation with Dr. Becky Kennedy, recorded back when I was a new mom trying to understand how to raise a confident child. N ... Show More
12m 32s
Sep 2023
Is it Really That Bad? Protecting Your Child from Negative Adults in Authority
At some point, our children will encounter adult authority figures whose way of teaching, guiding, and interacting is more harmful than helpful, How do we know when the way that someone regularly interacts with our child is potentially harmful to their self-esteem, mindset, and/o ... Show More
27m 51s
Nov 2023
Quand les psys vous parlent de leur parentalité !
Déjà 100 épisodes, c’est incroyable ! Pour cet épisode anniversaire, j’ai voulu réinviter des expertes qui sont intervenues dans des épisodes qui vous ont passionnés pour qu’elles nous parlent à leur tour de leur parentalité.En tant que psychologue spécialisée en périnatalité, je ... Show More
47m 5s
Feb 2024
Relisten: Shame-Proof Your Parenting Mercedes Samudio [450]
We have all experienced the judgmental looks and unsolicited advice from others about our parenting. Why does our society shame parents, who are simply trying their best to raise children? Today, I talk with Mercedes Samudio, LCSW, a licensed psychotherapist, speaker, and bestsel ... Show More
54m 19s
Mar 2022
Parenting Style Impacts Your Child's Mental Health with guest Hansa Bhargava, MD
<p>Ever wondered if your parenting style has impact on your child’s mental health? Did you know that your own stress could be stressing out your kids? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Teri and I interview Dr. Hansa Bhargava, pediatrician, renowned parenting expert, Chief Medical O ... Show More
44m 32s
May 2024
How to handle toddler tantrums & discouragement (without burnout!) | Q&A with Dr. J | 58
So your toddler keeps whining, crying, and pleading without despite how much you're trying to explain and validate their feelings.
No matter what you say, though, they KEEP whining and crying. 😓
It’s exhausting to keep repeating myself but then you feel guilty for ignoring him a ... Show More
8m 3s
Nov 2023
Narcissism in Kids: Spotting the Early Warning Signs
Is your child acting entitled and selfish? Are you worried they are showing signs of narcissism? Some warning signs can include constantly wanting to be the center of attention, never compromising, and continually insisting that things can only be their way. However, as a parent, ... Show More
26m 15s