The big, high-risk moments start with small parenting ones—Dr. Becky explains how everyday interactions lay the foundation for consent, self-trust, and emotional safety.
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Broadway's Leslie Odom Jr. & Nicolette Robinson Talk Parenting
<p>Leslie Odom Jr. (also known as <i>Hamilton</i>’s Aaron Burr) and Nicolette Robinson join Dr. Becky to talk childhood wounds, breaking cycles, raising spirited kids, and navigating success while staying close in marriage. They share honest stories about repair, self-preservatio ... Show More
55m 51s
Nov 18
Raising Kids in a World of Smartphones & AI
<p>Parenting in the era of smartphones and AI is… a lot.</p><p>Dr. Becky sits down with Dr. Jean Twenge, author of</p><p><i>Ten Rules for Raising Kids in a High-Tech World</i></p><p>Together, they share 10 research-based rules to help parents set boundaries around phones, use par ... Show More
41m 45s
Nov 11
The Cost of Compliance for Our Kids
<p>We often think of “good” kids as those who listen and follow rules, but what if constant compliance comes with a long-term cost? Dr. Becky talks with Dr. Sunita Sah, author of <i>Defy: The Power of No in a World that Demands Yes</i>, about rethinking defiance, the downsides of ... Show More
36m 15s
Aug 2024
Does my Child have ADHD? When & Why to Intervene
<p>This week, Dr. Dave Anderson- the lead psychologist at the Child Mind Institute and expert on ADHD sits down with us to help parents understand ADHD. We dive into key strategies for supporting children with ADHD, such as nurturing their strengths, managing parental expectation ... Show More
45m 30s
Sep 16
Big Kids, Bigger Feelings
Parenting gets easier right? HA. As our kids get older our expectations grow right along with them, sometimes outpacing their abilities. We need reminding that they are works in progress, with developing brains and burgeoning emotional intelligence. This combination makes for exc ... Show More
1h 2m
Oct 13
The missing skill that helps parents and kids stay calm: Interoception
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1255388/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>Last week, we uncovered how your child’s behaviour is really their nervous system communicating.</p><p>Today, we’re going deeper, <em>inside the body,</em> to ex ... Show More
39m 12s
Sep 22
The Science of How Discipline and Punishment Impact a Child’s Brain Differently
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1255388/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>Parents, this one is big.</p><p>Today we’re breaking down <em>punishment vs discipline,</em> what science says, how it impacts your child’s brain, and why so man ... Show More
29m 21s
Oct 24
Picnic Table Politics & The Era Of Tiny Spies
Parenting can involve big ideas, public debates and the odd festive guilt trip - and this week, we’re tackling all three. The man who created Adolescence has a new idea for how dads can connect with their sons - it’s beautiful, but one of us hates it. Plus, Amelia dives into the ... Show More
39m 20s
Oct 2024
Breaking Screen Addiction: A Teen’s Perspective on Setting Boundaries (#212)
<p>In this episode, host Melanie Hempe is joined by her son, Andrew, who shares his personal insights on screen habits and addiction. Together, they dispel the myth that setting boundaries around screen time leads to rebellion. Instead, Andrew explains how boundaries are an act o ... Show More
38m 25s
Sep 12
Unpacking The KPop Demon Hunters Obsession & A Tracking Tool Controversy
Welcome to Parenting Out Loud where you can be sure you're kicking off your weekend right. Monz, Amelia and Stacey are here to unpack the week once more — through the wild, wonderful lens of parenthood. On the show this week: KPop Demon Hunters is smashing records. Kids love it, ... Show More
51m 37s
Oct 2023
How to Use Wall Calendars to Plan with Tasha Agruso
<p>Can a wall calendar revolutionize the way you connect with your family or plan your meals? Tasha Agruso of Kaleidoscope Living graced us with her presence in this episode, sharing the genesis of her innovative, bright wall calendar. Each month has its own page, and Tasha' ... Show More
30m 49s
Aug 29
The Third Kid Dessert Analogy & FFS, Stop With The Texts
? Guess who's back, back again… ? You asked. We listened. And now, it’s happening: Amelia Lester and Stacey Hicks are officially back — and they’ve brought the one and only Monique Bowley with them. Yep, Monz has returned to the Mamamia family to bring you Parenting Out Loud. If ... Show More
44m 5s