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Jun 26
52m 7s

EP 39 - Helping Our Anxious Child Break ...

Adam and Danielle Busby
About this episode
In this heartfelt episode, Adam and Danielle open up about their daughter Parker’s early battle with anxiety — and the small, intentional parenting steps that helped her grow into the confident, joyful girl she is today. From emotional milestones to practical strategies, this episode is packed with honest reflections, parenting tools, and encouragement for anyone navigating childhood anxiety.

Plus, Danielle shares takeaways from her recent trip to a women’s summit in California, and Adam talks about finally making the switch to a new gym (and the unforgettable smell of indoor pools 🤣)
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💬 Topics Covered:
• How we recognized Parker’s anxiety as a toddler
• Simple parenting tools that helped her break through
• Why therapy wasn’t just for Parker — it was for us, too
• Encouraging your child without focusing on performance
• Finding confidence through activities like dance
• Why every kid needs to hear “You don’t have to earn my love”

🎧 If you’ve ever struggled to know how to help your child face their fears, this one’s for you.

Welcome to "More Than Reality" with Adam and Danielle Busby, the proud parents of 6 beautiful daughters—5 of whom made history as the first set of all-female quintuplets born in the United States. After 10 incredible seasons of our hit TV show OutDaughtered on TLC, we’re taking you behind the scenes of our extraordinary life like never before. Join us as we navigate the joys and challenges of raising a family of 8, share unfiltered stories from our journey, and explore everything from parenting tips to personal growth. It’s life, love, laughter, and a whole lot of chaos—because our reality is so much more than what you’ve seen on screen.Tune in each week for a candid look into our world, where the real adventure begins when the cameras stop rolling.
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