Today on the pod we welcome Dr. Daniel Amen, an expert on brain health and mental health disorders. Dr. Amen is a best-selling author, a physician, an adult and child psychiatrist, AND a brain disorder specialist, who is making it his mission to end mental illness by creating a revolution in the way we view brain health. In this episode, Dr. Amen brings a * ... Show More
Jan 28
The World Is Hard, That’s Why Home Shouldn’t Be (feat. Jon Fogel)
Most parents are doing everything they can to raise good kids, and still feeling exhausted, reactive, and unsure if they’re actually helping in the long run.So much parenting advice is obsessed with today’s behavior: listening, sharing, cooperating, “being good.” But this episode ... Show More
53m 54s
Jan 21
2026 Trends: What's In, What's Out, and What Needs to be Gently Retired
We’re back with one of our favorite episodes of the year: the trends of the year episode where we scour the internet for the hottest trends forecasted for 2026. Your resident besties, Kristin and Deena officially give the tired mom stamp of approval of which trends we're into, wh ... Show More
37m 8s
Jan 14
Deena Is Back: The Postpartum Truth No One Tells You
The world tells us the newborn stage is supposed to be magical. Soft lighting. Sweet snuggles. “Soak it all in.” But for so many parents? It’s a blur of no sleep, hormonal whiplash, identity loss, and quietly asking yourself, “Why am I not okay?” Deena is back from maternity leav ... Show More
42m 29s
Mar 2024
Equipping Parents to Raise Confident, Kind, and Responsible Kids with Dr. Daniel Amen
<p>What role does mental strength play in your child’s success?</p> <p>There’s no doubt that kids need their parent’s love and support to become happy, healthy adults. But that same love and support can have a dark side if it results in you doing too much for them. Even though it ... Show More
20m 46s
Apr 2024
Psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen On All Things Brain Health, Dementia, Alzheimer’s & ADHD
This week, I am joined by Dr. Daniel Amen, a world-renowned psychiatrist and bestselling author, as we delve into the intricacies of brain health and cognitive decline. From discussing the challenges of managing family health issues to exploring the pivotal role of brain imaging ... Show More
1h 59m
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
Mar 2024
Dr. Amen Pt. 2: ADHD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Raising Mentally Tough Kids & How To Fight Negative Thinking
Ep. #84 On today’s episode Dr. Amen joins us for a part two discussion. We deep dive into the brain’s complex world, sparked by my own brain scan results. We cover everything from discussing Borderline Personality Disorder and ADHD, to the game-changing effects of specific strate ... Show More
1h 10m
Aug 2023
How Parenthood Reshapes Our Brains with Dr. Sarah McKay
<p>How does the brain change when you become a parent?</p> <p>Even if you don’t have children, you likely know friends and family who are parents. A new baby brings a lot of change to your routine, sleep, and lifestyle. But the brain has the amazing ability to adapt in preparatio ... Show More
20m 47s
Aug 2023
Neuroplasticity Tools to Change Your (and your kid’s) Brain with Dr. Caroline Leaf
Our thoughts, emotions, and experiences can reshape the very structure of our brains, allowing it to adapt and change over time. This is known as neuroplasticity, and while it’s present throughout our lives the younger we are the more powerful it is. On today’s episode, Dr. Carol ... Show More
48m 20s
Feb 2021
Dr. Daniel Amen - How to Optimize Your Brain Health to Improve Your Well-being
How to Optimize Your Brain Health to Improve Your Well-being!!!
Today’s guest on the show is Dr. Daniel Amen. He is a physician, double board-certified psychiatrist, twelve-time New York Times bestselling author, and founder and CEO of Amen Clinics, with 9 locations across th ... Show More
56m 26s