Claim OwnershipMom Enough: A Parenting Podcast
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Dr. Marti Erickson, developmental psychologist and her daughter Dr. Erin Erickson, women’s health nurse practitioner and specialist in maternal-child health, use research-based information and a few personal confessions as they and their guests discuss what it means to be “mom enough.”
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As much as we’d love to make life easy for our children, they inevitably will experience stress. And, as research demonstrates, some stress is positive, allowing children to build coping skills and resilience. But toxic stress can undermine our children’s long-term health and wellbeing. So what protects children, and what makes stress more damaging? Join Marti and Erin of Mom Enough® for an essential conversation with Dr. Megan Gunnar about what the science of stress and resilience means for children.
Feeding babies and toddlers doesn’t have to feel stressful or filled with guilt. In this episode, pediatric feeding specialist and speech-language pathologist Jordyn Koveleski Gorman shares what truly matters when starting solids, navigating picky eating and food refusal, and building a healthy relationship with food from the very beginning.
Have you noticed concerning changes in your aging parents or other older loved ones — such as poor eating habits, recent falls, unsafe driving, or increasing memory lapses? Are you unsure how to raise these concerns in a way that feels both sensitive and respectful? Mom Enough guests Carey Lindeman & Andrew Rowland bring decades of experience supporting families in these situations. They offer the practical guidance you and your family need to navigate next steps with confidence and care.
Though they are a normal part of early child development, tantrums can feel overwhelming, unpredictable, and stressful for parents. In this episode, early childhood expert Sara Reichstadt of Kinderberry Hill shares why children have tantrums and what parents can do about it. Tune in for practical, compassionate strategies parents you can use in the moment, and after a tantrum ends.
Do you long for your young child to be more patient, caring toward others, or able to bounce back more easily after a squabble with a friend or sibling? These important social-emotional qualities take time to develop. In this episode of Mom Enough, Candice Daulton and Karen Zemlin from St. David’s Developmental & Therapeutic Services discuss how parents and teachers are essential to helping children build these critical skills for learning and life.
Do you think of getting expelled from school as something that happens mostly to teens? Then tune into this episode to hear early childhood experts, Candice Daulton and Cindy Hillyer, from St. David's Developmental and Therapeutic Services discuss the high rates of expulsion among preschool children and the toll that takes on both children and their families.
Are you stressed about whether or not your young child will be "ready for school"? And are you even sure what the most important aspects of school readiness are? Don't miss this first episode of a new 3-part series, "Raising Children to Succeed in Learning and Life," brought to you by Mom Enough partner, St. David's. Listen as early childhood educator Candice Daulton challenges popular myths about school readiness and highlights what kids really need.
Psychologist and author Dr. Michael Reichert draws on personal loss, his extensive research from around the world, and years of clinical experience to show how boys often lose their emotional voices and intimate connections too soon. In this episode, he offers parents practical insights on how to raise a boy, from the lively toddler years through fostering connection, resilience, and healthy growth.
Why is parental involvement in school so important? Sheila Williams Ridge, Director of the Shirley G. Moore Laboratory School at the University of Minnesota, joins Marti and Erin of Mom Enough® to discuss parental involvement in their child's school. She highlights the many different ways parents can be involved and the benefits of this for children and families.
Do you have a young adult child who is heading off to college? Or even a high-schooler who is planning for college? Are you wondering what to do about money management as they prepare to go off on their own? Founder & President of Share Save Spend®, Nathan Dungan discusses top priorities for helping college-bound young adults proactively and successfully management their finances. He also highlights important information about loans and credit cards, and has suggestion that parents can implement now to ensure their future (or current) college student has the knowledge they need to be smart with money.
How do you feel when you get a big hug from a friend you haven’t seen for a while? Or how about a spontaneous kiss on the cheek from your child? Dr. Michael Banissy, a psychologist and neuroscientist, has spent his career studying different types of touch and the impact on health, wellbeing and relationship quality in all kinds of relationships at every stage of development. He joins this Mom Enough episode from England to share some of his most important and interesting findings.
When you think of "masculinity," what comes to mind? Tough guys who don't cry or show vulnerability? Or who can't wait for the next football game and a beer? This week's podcast takes a deeper look at "authentic masculinity" and how we can all support boys and men in becoming who they truly aspire to be. Tune in for Dr. Keith Edwards’ message of hope and compassion.
With the rapid pace of technology and an abundance of information – and misinformation – it can be challenging to know the best way to handle digital behavior. What should parents really worry about when it comes to teens and screens? And what can we do if we feel like we’re losing the battle around screen time? Erin Walsh breaks down what’s going on in your teen’s digital world, and why brain development is key to navigating screen time, online safety, and your relationship with your teen.
When you lose your cool when your toddler misbehaves or your teen botches a major exam, what do you say to yourself? If you’re like many parents, you probably slip into all-or-nothing thinking – saying to yourself, “I’m a terrible parent!” In this Mom Enough® episode, Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo offers a different approach. She shares practical ways to step back and put our failures into perspective. Tune in to learn how to use these opportunities to evaluate, reframe, quiet our inner critic, and grow.
Are you a parent of a child who hopes to go to college in the next few years? When and how should you start talking about types of schools, locations, requirements, and cost? And what do you need to discover about your child before you even think about specific colleges? Dr. Pamela Ellis discusses “The Right Fit Formula” for finding a college for your child in this episode of Mom Enough®.
A bump, a slip, or a tumble on the playground can be common events in a child’s life. However, sometimes these events, or other accidents, can result in a more significant injury, such as a traumatic brain injury (TBI). It’s important for everyone to know what to do and where to turn for help. Tune in to this episode to learn more about traumatic brain injury (TBI), including how these injuries happen, the symptoms and long-term effects, and what treatments are available.
Do you struggle to keep the spark in your relationship since becoming a parent? Sometimes the exhaustion and stress of parenthood really zap the romance out of your relationship. But a strong, happy marriage is good for you and good for your kids. So, how can we ensure our love stays strong after parenthood? Marriage and family therapist Dr. Bill Doherty shares tried and true advice on keeping the love alive in this episode of Mom Enough.
You might have heard the phrase "serve and return" as an important way of interacting with a baby or young child. But what does that look like in everyday situations and why is it so central to a young child's longterm development? Dr. Megan Gunnar, professor in the Institute of Child Development at the University of Minnesota, discusses how small things matter to every aspect of a child's learning and wellbeing.
Do you know a young child who shows little empathy or emotional connection with others and maybe doesn't even seem upset upon getting caught for hurting another child? How do you think a child develops these callous - unemotional traits at such an early age? And what can parents and other caring adults do to help this child develop kindness and compassion toward others? Tune in as Dr. Nick Wagner talks about research he is leading on this important and challenging issue.
Many of us, both adults and young people, report feeling worn down and powerless in the face of the conflict, tragedy and heartache that are so prevalent in our communities and the world today. So, what can we do to feel more engaged in creating solutions? Michael Thatcher, CEO of the nonprofit Charity Navigator, brings a message of hope and empowerment about how giving to others – of time, talent and/or treasure – becomes a lasting gift to ourselves and our children.
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I'm not seeing a lot of comments but hopefully I get a responce... What advice would you give for a stepmom raising a stepchild when their bio mom has an addiction and hasn't had contact in over a year? We don't know the extent of what he went through or even how much he remembers. He's also speech delayed at almost 4. Would it be better to wait until he starts asking questions or try to start opening communication about it? He has adjustment and attachment disorders that have mostly subsided and he was discharged from therapy a few months ago.