Family Dynamics & Relationships

Podcast Episode 408: What You Didn’t Know About Breast Cancer (That Could Save Your Life) with Paula Schneider
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Podcast Episode 408: What You Didn’t Know About Breast Cancer (That Could Save Your Life) with Paula Schneider

When was the last time you scheduled your mammogram—before or after reorganizing the pantry, driving kids to practice, and binge-watching Netflix? Let’s be honest, mammograms…

Podcast Episode 406: When Teen Stress Turns Silent: What Parents Miss (and How to Catch It) with Elliot Kallen
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Podcast Episode 406: When Teen Stress Turns Silent: What Parents Miss (and How to Catch It) with Elliot Kallen

Worried about your teen but not sure what’s “normal” and what’s a red flag? In this heartfelt episode, Elliot Kallen shares warning signs of depression, how parents can open real conversations, and practical ways to support teens under pressure.

Podcast Episode 403: Tired, Overwhelmed, and Done Pleasing Everyone? Meet 3 Moms Who Changed It All
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Podcast Episode 403: Tired, Overwhelmed, and Done Pleasing Everyone? Meet 3 Moms Who Changed It All

Three moms reveal how setting boundaries changed their parenting, relationships, and sanity. Real stories. Real solutions. This episode is a must-listen!

Podcast Episode 402: Is Your Kid Forgetful—or Just Being a Kid? Executive Function Decoded with Tori Cordiano, Ph.D.
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Podcast Episode 402: Is Your Kid Forgetful—or Just Being a Kid? Executive Function Decoded with Tori Cordiano, Ph.D.

Is your child actually forgetful—or just being a kid? In this episode, Dr. Tori Cordiano unpacks executive functioning skills in kids, why they struggle with impulse control and chores, and how parents can set realistic expectations while helping their child build lifelong skills.

Podcast Episode 400: ADHD Shame and Self-Worth: Because Being Late Doesn’t Make You a Bad Mom with Rebecca Tolbert, LICSW
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Podcast Episode 400: ADHD Shame and Self-Worth: Because Being Late Doesn’t Make You a Bad Mom with Rebecca Tolbert, LICSW

Struggling with ADHD shame and self-worth? Therapist Rebecca Tolbert shares why women with ADHD face relentless shame spirals—and how to break free with practical tools that actually work.

Podcast Episode 398: Breaking Generational Baggage: Why Feeling Everything Might Be the Healing with Jennie Monness, M.A.
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Podcast Episode 398: Breaking Generational Baggage: Why Feeling Everything Might Be the Healing with Jennie Monness, M.A.

What if the way you were raised is still influencing how you parent today? In this honest and empowering episode, Jennie Monness joins JoAnn and Brie to unpack childhood anxiety, mental health, and the bold journey of healing for ourselves—and our kids. If you’ve ever wondered why parenting triggers you, this one’s for you.

Podcast Episode 34: One Simple Skill Your Kids Should Master to Deal with Mean Kids
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Podcast Episode 34: One Simple Skill Your Kids Should Master to Deal with Mean Kids

Mean kids. They’re everywhere.

Let’s face it. These kids who tease aren’t horrible human beings (although our mama bear senses want to say they are), they just lack social skills.

So if we want our kids to avoid these mean kids and seek out positive relationships, we as parents, need to teach them social skills.

Podcast Episode 053: How to Calm Down When You’re Stressed
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Podcast Episode 053: How to Calm Down When You’re Stressed

We all get into arguments with our kids that make us feel stressed and anxious. But how do we get out of that and move on to a solution with our kids? We give easy calm down strategies for your and your kids. You both will be able to cool down in no time flat!
These tips are perfect for parents and kids!

Podcast Episode 119: Finding your Authentic Self with Ryan Haddon
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Podcast Episode 119: Finding your Authentic Self with Ryan Haddon

It can be hard finding your authentic self when we put so much energy into our family every day. It becomes so difficult to untangle where your identity ends and your identity as a parent begins (news flash- they are different)! We’re going to share 3 things you can do to have healthy boundaries with our kids and family and help you find your authentic self.

Podcast Episode 86: Parenting on the Same Page with Amy McCready
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Podcast Episode 86: Parenting on the Same Page with Amy McCready

It’s hard enough when you are trying to pick a place to go out to eat and no one is on the same page, but when you and your partner or co-parent aren’t on the same page…it can be downright agonizing! We discuss with Amy how parents can identify what the real issue is causing their parenting struggles and how to best get on the same page and become a united front.

Podcast Episode 028: Why Don’t Our Kids Listen Anymore?
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Podcast Episode 028: Why Don’t Our Kids Listen Anymore?

Every day feels like a fight. Whether you ask your kids to pick up their shoes off the floor, to go get dressed for school, or simply to come join the family for dinner. It often feels like our kids simply don’t listen to us! But if we did just 3 simple things, we would see much different results.

Podcast Episode 61: How Logical Consequences are More Effective Than Punishments at Home
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Podcast Episode 61: How Logical Consequences are More Effective Than Punishments at Home

Too often, we fall into the trap of punishing our kids in the heat of the moment after something’s happened. But that hardly ever works. Here, we’ll discuss the difference between logical consequences and punishments, as well as how to make effective logical consequences that will have a positive impact on your discipline at home.

Podcast Episode 116: Six Coping Skills That Will Change Your Kids Lives
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Podcast Episode 116: Six Coping Skills That Will Change Your Kids Lives

Do you wonder how to teach good coping skills to your kids? We talk with Janine Halloran, LMHC, about everything parents should and shouldn’t do when learning and teaching good coping skills to kids.