Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Sleepovers were a common childhood event growing up, but we've learned a lot since then. Should these still be a thing? Is there a way to say yes to sleepovers and feel good about it?

From middle school friendships to high school relationships, parents can help their teens develop healthy boundaries, recognize signs of unhealthy relationships, and navigate the tricky balance between trust and independence. We talk about respect, consent, and setting boundaries to ensure your teen is a part of safe and respectful relationships.

Resources mentioned: 

• gbmc.org/safe
• Call 1-866-331-9474
• Text "love is" to 22522
• loveisrespect.org

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Disciplining is often way more than teaching kids how to behave in the world. For parents, it brings up a lot from our childhoods. When two parents with different lived experiences try to blend their styles and beliefs, it can be a challenge. How do we navigate when our partner disagrees with our discipline approach?

Discipline is a loaded word and shows up in numerous ways during our parenting journeys. How parents show up when teaching children how to be in the world is laced with our own journeys and upbringings. How do we know the most effective and loving way to support our children while also preparing them to be confident, capable adults? 

On Feb. 26, 2025, a school-aged child died from the measles outbreak in West Texas. The child was unvaccinated and otherwise healthy. This was a preventable death. Vaccines. Save. Lives. They are imperative in keeping our children safe and healthy. We are revisiting this previously-recorded episode so parents can get all the facts from an expert. 

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Sibling dynamics are a learning curve for everyone, but adding in a child who needs extra attention can create an additional layer of challenge and potential resentment. How can parents help navigate sibling dynamics when one has higher level needs?

Sibling dynamics come down to teaching our children how to navigate conflict or problem solve, but it can be draining, especially when everyone is around each other all the time. Here, we outline common sibling conflicts and how to navigate them. 

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Tis the season … for illness. Coughs are one of the most prominent symptoms for a variety of illnesses, and how do we know when it is just a run-of-the-mill winter cold or something more serious?

We dig deeper on another touchy (no pun intended) topic parents can get hesitant to broach with their teens and tweens—sex and bodies. The Sex Talk as we knew it left something to be desired, but we have more tools now. This ongoing conversation prepares your kids for healthy relationships and comfort with their body for years to come. Listen for tips! 

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Routines during divorce are particularly important for kids and can be made complicated when the rules differ between households. How do you develop consistent routines, prevent children from using differences against parents, and keep the focus on what’s best for the child?

Divorce is tricky. You can decide not to be life partners, but if you have children, you still need to maintain a partnership for your children. We help you navigate the mixed emotions, tricky situations, and tough decisions that come with this transition. 

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Pneumonia cases in children have been in the news a lot recently. We are here to give you all you need to know and look out for.

Young people don't need your advice on becoming an adult. It’s counterintuitive to how you have been parenting up until this point, but when your child becomes an adolescent, your role needs to change. Hosts discuss how to support your young adult in developing agency, learning from mistakes, building the foundation of confidence and resilience, all while fostering connection between you and them. 

Dr. Nguyen's TEDx Talk on the subject: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9zkJejNlo4

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Sleep health is important, and time changes—whether it’s Daylight Savings Time or jet lag after recent travel— can make it challenging to maintain a healthy schedule. We have tips for maintaining good sleep no matter what!

Suicide is the second leading cause of death for 10- to 24-year-olds in the United States and a global public health issue. Supporting the mental health of young people is a big topic of conversation on this podcast, so we wanted to make sure we tackled this difficult, yet critical piece of mental health struggles for adolescents. This episode touches on statistics, risk factors, protective factors and resources for help. 

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Talking about tough topics with teens is hard enough without the added factor of “all my friends are doing it.” How do we toe the line in these conversations when we think our adolescent’s friends might be leading them in the wrong direction?

Today, we are going deep on tough topics like drugs and other substances with your teens and tweens: what you need to know, how to approach the conversation, how to make sure you keep talking about it and more. 

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. As parents, we want to encourage our kids to try new things, but we also don't want to force them to do things they don't want to do. How do we find the balance? 

Kids are about to go back to school and for some, it’s awesome. But for others, school comes with anxiety, and the transition to school and a schedule after a summertime of carefree time can feel really overwhelming. In this episode, we dive into school avoidance and how parents can help manage their children’s school refusal. 

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Summer often means vacations. But we all know vacations with kids are not vacations; they are relocations. What can we do to make these trips more enjoyable and relaxing for the whole family?

Discussion around social media, its prevalence in our lives, and its effect on our mental health are pervasive right now, which is why we wanted to revisit this conversation following our June 2023 episode. Let's dive into what an unhealthy relationship with social media looks like, the 5 C's of social media use, and one of the big things we can do to support our kids with social media use. 

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. Summer brings a lot more free time, which can be fun and allow the whole family to relax and recharge. But should we maintain some structure in the summer? And if so, how do we do it?

Summertime is fun time. There is less structure without school and a chance for all of us to rest, relax, and recharge. But there are also a lot of new things to keep in mind. In this episode, we tackle swim safety, signs of dehydration, and exposure to bugs and animals when outdoors.

Small doses of practical parenting advice based on real-life experiences. In celebration of our one-year anniversary, we are tackling listener questions, and we have one today about in-laws. How do parents respond when someone isn't caring for our child in a way that’s aligned with our values?

This month celebrates one year of the podcast and we are diving into your questions! Listeners sent in scenarios about weaning pacifiers, getting kids to sleep in their own beds and summer tips on activities, hats and drinks for the heat. Enjoy and thanks for listening!