In this episode, Jess and Scott discuss a recent incident in which their child told them that she doesn't feel like they spend enough time with her. Jess unpacks her feelings of guilt around being a working mom, and Scott helps her understand the deeper reasons behind this guilt.
They explore the struggles of dividing time and attention between sick kids an ... Show More
Apr 27
Why “Stranger Danger” Doesn’t Protect Kids (Part 3)
CW: Abuse, child sexual abuse, groomingIn this final episode of our 3-part series on child sexual abuse, Jess and Scott dive into practical steps parents can take to protect their kids. Listeners will walk away with valuable tools, including easy conversational games to play with ... Show More
23m 27s
Apr 20
The Truth About How Child Abuse Stays Hidden (Part 2)
CW: Abuse, child sexual abuse, groomingIn Part 2 of this critical series on child sexual abuse, hosts Jess and Scott delve into the dark realities of child abuse and the manipulative process of grooming. Jess and Scott debunk dangerous myths while providing parents with practical ... Show More
38m 54s
Apr 13
What Parents Need To Know About Grooming: Protecting Kids (Part 1)
CW: Abuse, child sexual abuse, groomingIn this heavy but crucial episode of Robot Unicorn, hosts Jess and Scott tackle the difficult reality of childhood sexual abuse and the grooming process. We break down why abusers are overwhelmingly people the child already knows and trusts, ... Show More
25m 46s
Jan 2025
Episode 65- Parenting Strong-Willed Children: It's All In The Delivery With Special Guest Maysaa Fahour
Send us Fan MailParenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging journeys, and no one understands this better than Coach Maysaa—a mom of four, a former primary school teacher, and a certified Conscious Parent Coach. Trained under the renowned Dr. Shefali, Maysaa specializes ... Show More
1h 8m
Feb 2025
The Truth About Mom Guilt: Why It's Not Your Fault
In today's episode, Nour dives deep into a topic that resonates with so many moms: the weight of mom guilt. Have you ever felt that nagging feeling that you should be doing more as a mom? In this episode, Nour shares her personal experiences with mom guilt, from the first time sh ... Show More
25m 31s
Feb 2024
2070: How to Get Comfortable with the Discomfort of Parenting by Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui with EricaLayne.co on Emotional Resilience
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2070: Krista O'Reilly-Davi-Digui, in her heartfelt exploration with EricaLayne.co, delves into the raw and transformative j ... Show More
9m 33s
Sep 2024
Parental (Over) Involvement & The Start of College - A Conversation with Jess Lahey
<p>In this episode of the Self Driven Child podcast, I'm thrilled to welcome back one of my favorite voices in parenting, Jess Lahey. Jess is a New York Times bestselling author, an educator, and someone who's been on the front lines of both teaching and parenting. We d ... Show More
44m 17s
Feb 2025
Ep 326: Breaking Generational Parenting Cycles
Melanie Shankle, author of Here Be Dragons, joins us to share insights from her complex mother-daughter relationship and discuss how parents can break generational cycles, empower their teens, and handle high school drama with grace.Full Show NotesParenting teenagers often means ... Show More
23m 38s
Nov 2024
Embracing Imperfection Navigating Parenting and Family Dynamics with Amanda Erickson
Join me as I chat with Amanda Erickson about the intricate themes of perfectionism, parenting, and the dynamics of family life. Together, they tackle the challenges of significant life changes and the journey of overcoming perfectionism, emphasizing the importance of building str ... Show More
41m 21s