Raising Daughters

<p>Girls tend to be more sensitive and anxious than boys. They experience a wide range of emotions simultaneously, which can make them difficult to predict. This presents a significant difficulty for parents, many of whom are already overburdened. If you do not know what is going on in their heads and hearts or the struggles they face on a daily basis, it is hard to know how to best support them.</p><p> </p><p>You have found Raising Daughters, a warm and helpful resource for parents on how to best care for and direct their young daughters as they develop. If you have daughters and want to help them through life's challenges, this podcast can give you the tools and guidance you need to do just that. Learn ways to connect with them such that you can remain an influence in their lives throughout the teen years and beyond,</p><p> </p><p>Find out in each episode what it really takes to take care of your girls, who are under more stress than ever before. They may be overly concerned with academic success, self-image issues, or anxiety to handle diverse social situations. Being overwhelmed by their emotions can lead to sleeplessness, irritability, anxiety and even depression. It is your responsibility as a parent to guide them in the right direction despite the chaos of the outside world. Learn from this podcast how to start important conversations with your daughters and give them the help they need to feel protected and loved.</p><p> </p><p>Each discussion delves deeply into what kids are thinking, feeling, and experiencing today, from schoolwork to dating life, friendships and even within themselves. Get ready to hear some personal, sensitive, and confronting information about the lives of modern-day young women. Learn from their experiences, some of which may go unnoticed or ununderstood, and improve as a parent of your own daughters as a result.</p><p> </p><p>The parents featured in this podcast share their insights and advice gained through raising children. Data-driven strategies for raising daughters are discussed, and episodes feature authors and experts in various fields of child development. To really get to the heart of what is going on in a girl's head, heart, and soul, the show also has girls on who share their current thoughts, feelings, and experiences.</p><p> </p><p>The podcast also discusses the effects of technology on the lives of young women. Parents need to step up their game as their children become more preoccupied with their phones and more vulnerable as a result of what they see on social media. In today's instantaneous digital world, it is important for parents to be informed about the various online communities in which their children participate. This podcast will serve as your helpful guide as you learn about the media and technology your daughters are using.</p><p> </p><p>Dr. Tim Jordan, a specialist in developmental and behavioral pediatrics, hosts the podcast. He has been mentoring young women for over 30 years, primarily through his counseling practice, weekend retreats and summer camps with a focus on self-improvement and leadership. Throughout his career, Dr. Tim gave talks to audiences of parents and professionals in the United States and around the world. He has the pulse of what every parent needs in raising daughters because of his extensive background and personal encounters with both parents and children. In every episode, he sets the tone with a friendly and humorous introduction that makes the discussion more enjoyable for the audience. </p><p> </p><p>The thoughts and feelings of young women are often misunderstood. If you label them as emotional wrecks, you are missing the point. Make a special effort to understand your children's feelings. Follow along with Dr. Tim as he helps you delve into their heads to learn about and empathize with their inner workings. In doing so, you improve as a parent and better meet the needs of your precious daughters.</p><p><br /></p><p> Listen to Raising Daughters at <a href="https://drtimjordan.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">drtimjordan.com</a>.</p>

Why Responding “I Don’t Care” Is Making Your Daughter Miserable

In this episode, Dr. Jordan discusses the harm from girls not asking for what they want and always putting other’s needs before their own. Learn some tools to help girls redirect their unhealthy pattern and raise their confidence and self-esteem.Dr. Jordan’s new book is available! Keeping Your Family Grounded When You’re Flying By the Seat of Your Pants, revised and updated edition with an invaluable chapter and technologies and social media and readiness signs for both  https://drtimjordan.com     Amazon Book Link:Send questions for Dr. Jordan to address in his next podcast to: Anne@drtimjordan.comJoin Our Community:https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJordanhttps://www.instagram.com/drtimjordan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-jordan-md-79799120b/

09-25
23:39

Giving Kids the Facts About the Harm of Screens and Social Media

Dr. Jordan interviews author Melanie Hempe about how to educate children and teens about the brain science about how smartphones and social media negatively affect their brains, their social skills, and cause addictive behaviors.Keywords: Melanie Hempe, Screenstrong, smartphones, social media, addictions, video games, gaming, screen use addictions, dopamine, stress, sleep deprivation in teenagers, teenagers, adolescents,Resources:Melanie Hempe’s website: ScreenStrongKidsBrainsAndScreens.com  The Adventures of Super BrainDr. Jordan’s previous podcast: 5 Step Method For Teenagers To Wean Off Social Media With Gabriela NguyenJoin Our Community:https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJordanhttps://www.instagram.com/drtimjordan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-jordan-md-79799120b/ 

09-18
49:34

War and Sports Metaphors Represent Our Preoccupation with Masculine Qualities of Power, Courage, and Leadership

Description: In this new podcast, Dr. Jorda describes the harm of overvaluing war and sports metaphors and the need to be more mindful of the words we use. He also discusses the need to value the many ways girls exhibit courage, power, and leadership.Dr. Jordan’s previous related podcast: Redefining power and leadership: How Our World Would Be Different if Women Were the Storytellers Dr. Jordan’s book on raising female leaders: She Leads: A Practical Guide for Raising Girls Who Advocate, Influence, and LeadDr. Jordan’s new book is available! Keeping Your Family Grounded When You’re Flying By the Seat of Your Pants, revised and updated edition with an invaluable chapter and technologies and social media and readiness signs for both  https://drtimjordan.com     Amazon Book Link:Join Our Community:https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJordanhttps://www.instagram.com/drtimjordan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-jordan-md-79799120b/ 

09-11
24:47

Different Ways That Hurting Girls Express, “What About Me!”

Description: In this new podcast using real life stories of 5 girls, Dr. Jordan describes different ways kids whose needs are not being met express “What about me?” and offers ways parents can teach girls to express their needs in effective ways.If you have comments about these podcast episodes or ideas for future ones, email me at anne@drtimjordan.comJoin Our Community:https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJordanhttps://www.instagram.com/drtimjordan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-jordan-md-79799120b/ 

09-04
29:50

All Adolescent Girls Are Vulnerable: Here’s What They Need to Bloom and Thrive

Description: In this new podcast, Dr. Jordan explains how the molting process of blue crabs is similar to the vulnerability adolescent girls feel as they experience changes due to puberty, attention from boys, cultural mixed messages, and pressures from school and activities. Using metaphors from fairy tales, Dr. Jordan will show you the inward-directed heroine’s journey girls traverse as they overcome obstacles and challenges to embrace their strength, courage, hope, and resolve in order to be ready to face adulthood.Resources:Dr. Jordan’s previous related podcast: Follow the Yellow Brick Road: What Dorothy Can Teach Teen GirlsDr. Jordan’s previous related podcast: Moana, Dorothy, and Rey: The heroine’s journey models how girls can thrive during adolescenceCamp Weloki: safe place to be heard, learn, increase self-awareness, learn important life skills, connect more deeply with peers and learn from each other.My favorite book on what fairy tales have to teach us about girls and women:  Spinning Straw Into Gold, Joan GouldJoin Our Community:https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJordanhttps://www.instagram.com/drtimjordan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-jordan-md-79799120b/

08-28
26:23

This Is How Kids Feel Who Are Different, Lonely, and Hurting

Using stories from Fredrik Backman’s new book, My Friends, Dr. Jordan helps listeners get below the surface and into the hearts of how kids feel who are different, lonely, hurting, or experiencing traumas.Fredrik Backman’s new book: My Friends: A NovelDr. Jordan’s new book is now an audio book: Keeping Your Family Grounded When You’re Flying By the Seat of Your Pants, revised and updated edition with an invaluable chapter on technologies, social media, and readiness signs for both  https://drtimjordan.com     Amazon Book Link: Join Our Community:https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJordanhttps://www.instagram.com/drtimjordan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-jordan-md-79799120b/

08-21
36:03

Drama Busters Every Girl Needs To Begin the School Year

Listen in to Dr. Jordan’s new podcast describing the effects of past friendship dramas on girls and how to find loyal, inclusive, mature friends that they deserve. This  includes creating a list of qualities of a BFF and finding peers who match her list, and how to show up as your authentic self to attract friends who love the real you. Resources: Previous Dr. Jordan podcast on girl’s friendships: Why Girls Refuse to Move On From Toxic FriendsDr. Jordan’s book on adolescent girls: Sleeping Beauties, Awakened Women: Guiding the Transformation of Adolescent Girls contains lots of information about girl’s friendships To send ideas for future podcasts or to send comments, email me at anne@drtimjordan.com

08-14
26:22

How to Maximize Your Daughter’s Study Space and Homework Breaks, and Avoid Procrastination

This new podcast will help you get your daughter off to a great start to the school year by maximizing her study space, teaching her about the 3 factors needed for optimal breaks, and avoiding procrastination and multitasking. You’ll also learn the rationale behind why phones and devices need to be absent from her study space.Related resources:Dr. Jordan’s previous related podcast, How To Be Happy, Successful, And Mindful While Getting It All Done With Laura Mae Martinideas on creating a good study space: David Smith, CEO of Silicon Valley High SchoolDaniel Pink book: When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing7 Ways to beat procrastination: Dan Pink video:How multitasking hurts your brain article:Send questions for Dr. Jordan to answer on his next podcast to  anne@drtimjordan.comDr. Jordan’s new book is now an audio book: Keeping Your Family Grounded When You’re Flying By the Seat of Your Pants, revised and updated edition with an invaluable chapter on technologies, social media, and readiness signs for both  https://drtimjordan.com     Amazon Book Link: Join Our Community:https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJordanhttps://www.instagram.com/drtimjordan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-jordan-md-79799120b/

08-07
30:36

Here's How Working Moms Can Regain Balance and Joy With Julia Sewell

Working moms are often defined by their career achievements, pushed around by social pressures, and limited by stress at all fronts. This hinders them from living their authentic and sacred life. Dr. Tim Jordan interviews Julia Sewell, author of The Self-Made Mom, to discuss how they can define success and balance on their own terms and rediscover joy. She explains what it takes to get rid of the “good girl condition” and finally embark on a fulfilling self-making journey. Julia also explores how mothers should define their core values that will allow them to equip their children with the necessary skills to survive the real world.Resources:You can find Julia’s online support community at www.theselfmademom.com as well as information about her new book, The Self-Made Mom.For more information about how to parent girls to grow up confident and powerful, read Dr. Jordan’s book, She Leads: A Practical Guide for Raising Girls Who Advocate, Influence, and LeadDr. Jordan’s new book is now an audio book: Keeping Your Family Grounded When You’re Flying By the Seat of Your Pants, revised and updated edition with an invaluable chapter on technologies, social media, and readiness signs for both https://drtimjordan.com Amazon Book Link: Keeping Your Family Grounded When You’re Flying By the Seat of Your Pants

07-31
36:47

College Women Share How to Best Prepare Your Daughter For Success In College

Description: 2 college sophomores share about their experiences during their first year in college including: social and academic challenges, the dating scene, picking majors, and how their parents could have better prepared them for the transition.Previous Dr. Jordan podcasts related to college:Best Ways To Support Your Daughter Through The College Application Process With Dr. Pamela EllisA peek into your daughter's emotions as she starts college:Why college freshmen are so lonely:DR. JORDAN’S BOOK for young adults and their parents,  Letters From My Grandfather: Timeless Wisdom For a Life Worth Living is available in both print  or e-book formats.  Kindle version   Print versionJoin Our Community:https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJordanhttps://www.instagram.com/drtimjordan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-jordan-md-79799120b/

07-24
01:00:02

How Can I Tell If My Daughter Is Ready For College With Joanna Lilley

Dr. Tim Jordan is joined by Joanna Lilley, a professional consultant for young adults, to discuss the most important attributes to look for to know your daughter is ready to go off to college. They explore how parents can offer the right level of support to their college-bound children, preparing them not just physically and financially, but most importantly, mentally and emotionally. Joanna also discusses the value of gap years, how to support girls who struggle with the transition, and various ways to prepare girls throughout their childhood to ensure a successful launch.Resources:Joanna Lilley’s website for her counseling services called Lilley Consulting: www.lilleyconsulting.com Dr. Jordan’s new book is now an audio book: Keeping Your Family Grounded When You’re Flying By the Seat of Your Pants, revised and updated edition with an invaluable chapter on technologies, social media, and readiness signs for both https://drtimjordan.com Amazon Book Link: Keeping Your Family Grounded When You’re Flying By the Seat of Your PantsSend questions for Dr. Jordan to answer on his next podcast to: anne@drtimjordan.com

07-17
36:21

Girls Who Give Their Power Away Are Not Ready For Social Media

Description: In this new podcast, Dr. Jordan describes how girls can show parents they are keeping their power and thus earn the ability to start social media.Click here for a handout of the many ways girls can show you they are keeping their power.Dr. Jordan’s previous podcasts on social and maturational readiness signs for starting social media:Does your daughter possess the maturity and responsibility needed to earn a smartphone or use social media? Signs of social readiness for social mediaDr. Jordan’s new book is available! Keeping Your Family Grounded When You’re Flying By the Seat of Your Pants, revised and updated edition with an invaluable chapter and technologies and social media and readiness signs for both  https://drtimjordan.com     Amazon Book Link Join Our Community:https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJordanhttps://www.instagram.com/drtimjordan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-jordan-md-79799120b/Blog Post URL https://drtimjordan.com/podcast-2

07-10
28:54

Teach Girls How to Switch Out of Stinking Thinking

In this new podcast, learn how to help girls understand and switch out of their negative thinking patterns.Resources related to this podcast topic:Previous Dr. Jordan podcast: How Parents Can Teach Daughters to Stop Overwhelming RuminationPrevious Dr. Jordan podcast: The Real Keys To a Happy Life: It's Not What You ThinkDr. Jordan’s new book is available! Keeping Your Family Grounded When You’re Flying By the Seat of Your Pants, revised and updated edition with an invaluable chapter and technologies and social media and readiness signs for both  https://drtimjordan.com     Amazon Book Link:Join Our Community:https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJordanhttps://www.instagram.com/drtimjordan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-jordan-md-79799120b/

07-03
18:14

Building A Strong Family Culture With Avital Levy

There are many valuable strategies that parents can learn from business owners when building a strong family culture. Dr. Tim Jordan explores these CEO-inspired approaches with parenting coach Avital Levy. Together, they examine the current trends in family building and parenting, as well as how to establish a clear vision within a home, much like a business would. Avital warns about the consequences of gentle parenting, particularly its tendency to raise less resilient children. She also discusses the need to return to a play-based childhood and allow young ones to develop their skills and talents in the most enjoyable way.Related resources:Resources from Avital Levy:Hi, Fam!@HiFamLife on Instagram@HiFamLife on YouTubeAvita’s book: Reclaim Play

06-26
42:11

Why Grandparents Are Essential to Raising Healthy Children

Description: Listen in as Dr. Jordan describes the many benefits grandparents bring to their grandchildren, including providing unconditional love and support, always having time to play or just listen, following their lead, deriving pleasure from being in the moment vs. worrying about their future, and sharing stories that connect kids to their heritage and cultural identity. Enjoy many touching stories about grandparents connecting with their grandkids.Dr. Jordan’s new book is available! Keeping Your Family Grounded When You’re Flying By the Seat of Your Pants, revised and updated edition with an invaluable chapter on technologies and social media and readiness signs for both;  https://drtimjordan.com     Amazon Book LinkJoin Our Community:https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJordanhttps://www.instagram.com/drtimjordan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-jordan-md-79799120b/Blog Post URL https://drtimjordan.com/podcast-2/ 

06-19
24:00

How To Protect Your Daughters From Online Predators

Kids are not necessarily safe just by staying at home anymore. Once they go online through their phones, they are already at risk in meeting and being preyed upon by online predators. Dr. Tim Jordan interviews expert Nate Lewis, CEO of The Innocent, about how to keep your daughter safe from these evildoers lurking around the internet. They discuss how parents must set the right boundaries for their children when accessing websites or social media platforms to decrease the likelihood of becoming victims of online predators. Nate also explains how elders should become role models for kids when it comes to using mobile phones and accessing the web.Resources:For more information on this topic from Nate Lewis, visit his website at www.theinnocent.org or on social media at @theinnocent.usaGood article and video on this topic: How many strangers are in your teenager’s bedroom article, Katherine Martinko: www.Fbi.gov/itsnotagame video on online predators; Learn more at www.fbi.gov/itsnotagameRead Dr. Jordan’s chapter on when kids are ready for smartphones and social media in his new book: Keeping Your Family Grounded When You’re Flying By the Seat of Your Pants, revised and updated edition https://drtimjordan.com

06-12
43:12

Absolute Best Place for Your Daughter this Summer? Camp!

Description: Dr. Jordan describes the incredible benefits for overnight camps including: time in nature, a break from technologies, a slower pace, a break from your regular life, building autonomy and confidence, and making special friends for life.Related Resources:Check out Dr. Jordan’s overnight camps for girls: Camp WelokiRead Michael Thompson’s book about the value of camps: Homesick and Happy: How Time Away from Parents Can Help a Child Grow Join Our Community:https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJordanhttps://www.instagram.com/drtimjordan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-jordan-md-79799120b/

06-05
31:16

What To Do When You’re Daughter Won’t Share With You

In this new podcast, Dr. Jordan describes ways to discover the best context in which your daughter is most likely to share with you, including a shoulder-to-shoulder approach, describing the issue from their point of view, having her express her thoughts in writing, or sharing your own stories so she knows you can relate.Valuable resources on this topic:Read the chapter on how to best listen to your daughters in Dr. Jordan’s new book, Keeping Your Family Grounded When You’re Flying By the Seat of Your Pants, revised and updated editionAmazon Book Link:Dr. Jordan’s previous related podcast: 8 Mistakes Parents Make When ListeningFor more info on my camps and resources, go to our website at www.drtimjordan.com or www.campweloki.comOr contact Anne@drtimjordan.comJoin Our Community:https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJordanhttps://www.instagram.com/drtimjordan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-jordan-md-79799120b/Blog Post URL https://drtimjordan.com/podcast-2

05-29
29:18

How To Help Girls Deal With The Uncertainties Of Their Teen Years And Their 20’s With Kate Berski

20’s has always been a decade of uncertainty. Most people in this age range face tons of doubts and are often unsure what they should do with their lives. In this new podcast, Dr. Tim Jordan interviews author and mental health advocate Kate Berski about her new book, 30-Phobia: Why Your 20's Suck and How to Get Unstuck. She breaks down practical tips on preparing girls throughout their childhoods to be able to deal with the uncertainties of their 20’s. Kate also discusses how young people should deal with the constant change in life, the right way to handle emotions, and how to build self-confidence and a resilient mindset.Resources:For more info on Kate Berski and her new book, check out her website at https://kateberski.comDr. Jordan’s previous podcast where he interviews 4 high school seniors who discuss why teen girls don’t want to grow upDr. Jordan’s new book is available! Keeping Your Family Grounded When You’re Flying By the Seat of Your Pants, revised and updated edition with an invaluable chapter and technologies and social media and readiness signs for both https://drtimjordan.com.

05-22
33:58

The Absolute Best Process For Teaching Your Daughter to Learn From Her Mistakes

Description: In this podcast, Dr. Jordan describes a tried and true process for teaching your daughters how to learn from their mistakes. Girls can learn to become aware of the internal alarm that sounds at decision points, where they feel it in their bodies, why they ignored it when they made a mistake, and what they will do different so that they won’t be vulnerable to making the same mistake again.Resources:Dr. Jordan’s new book is out!  Keeping Your Family Grounded When You’re Flying By the Seat of Your Pants, revised and updated edition with an invaluable chapter on technologies and social media and readiness signs for bothAmazon Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/author/timjordanmdLink for book on Dr. Jordan’s website: https://drtimjordan.com/books/Join Our Community:https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJordanhttps://www.instagram.com/drtimjordan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-jordan-md-79799120b/Blog Post URL https://drtimjordan.com/podcast-2/ 

05-15
18:22

Holly Simpson Corley

thank you so much for this episode! I used one of your analogies this morning :) thabk again for helping both me and my daughter through these difficult years in her life.

10-29 Reply

Rach M

Thank you. Very interesting.

08-11 Reply

kirsty ploenges

this was a great episode. Im a new subscriber so quite honestly I wasnt sure if this channel was for me. I'm quite liberal and some of the titles of some episodes was... iffy. but this was a nice episode.

05-17 Reply

Recommend Channels