Dr. Becky Kennedy (Good Inside)
Clinical psychologist and Good Inside founder sharing connection‑based, practical scripts for modern parenting.
Real Acts of Helpful Help for New Parents
What is something somebody did after you had a baby that was *actually helpful* to you? There’s so much talk about what isn’t helpful. I thought it would be great to collect real examples of what “helpful help” for a new parent might look like.
Sharing Childhood Nostalgia: What We Miss and Want Back
So many of us wanted to give our kids a different childhood than we had… and at the same time, so many of us are nostalgic for parts of our own. What is something you’re nostalgic for from your childhood? What...
Kids See Love and Limits as Good Parenting
The other day, I asked my eight-year-old what it means to be a good parent. I had no idea what he was going to say, but I knew it would give me a window into his mind.  No joke, he...
Parenting's True Impact Shows Later, Not in Moment
Reminder: the impact of our parenting cannot be judged by our kid’s reaction in the moment. Kids don’t say “Thanks mom” or “Dad I really needed to hear that.” In fact, they often shrug or roll their eyes or have a...
Kids Thrive when Parents Choose Repair over Perfection
Kids don’t need perfect parents. Kids need parents who repair. What does repair sound like in your home? I’ll go first.
Working Parents Reveal Biggest Challenge of Business Travel
Parents who work outside the home: What’s the hardest part of work travel for you?
One Question Unlocks Kids' Unique Family Perspectives
There are certain questions that really unlock your kid. I asked each of mine this: “What’s something that makes our family different from other families?” Three kids. Three different answers. Three really connecting conversations.
Unhelpful Baby Advice We All Heard and Questioned
I think we all got at least one piece of baby advice that made us think… wait, that didn’t actually feel helpful at all. I’m curious… what was that piece of advice or comment you heard during pregnancy or the newborn...
A Simple Phrase to Your Child Heals Your Inner Self
What’s the last thing you said to your child… that turned out to feel healing to your inner child? I’ll go first.
Show Love Through Actions, Not Just Words
How do you tell your kid “I love you” without saying “I love you?” I’ll go first.
Connection Happens Anywhere, Not Just Perfect Moments
Connection doesn't require a perfect moment. It happens in the car. In the five minutes before bed. In the quiet after a hard thing.
Your Apology Teaches Kids Repair More than Scripts
We talk a lot about teaching kids to say sorry. But the most powerful apology they'll ever witness is yours. Not because you're modeling a script, but because you're showing them that repair is possible.
Kids Are Multifaceted; Hold Boundaries and Nurture Their Goodness
In their hardest moments, kids aren’t one thing. They’re not just “ungrateful” or “difficult.” There are always multiple parts. Our job isn’t to fix it instantly. It’s to hold the boundary and hold their goodness - until they can access it themselves.
Sturdy Parenting: Prioritize Guidance Over Child's Immediate Happiness
You don’t have to convince your kid. You don’t have to optimize for their happiness. Sometimes sturdy parenting sounds like: “You don’t have to like it. And this is what we’re doing.”
Parenting: Balance Boundaries with Validating Your Child’s Feelings
I believe that parents have two main jobs: Setting boundaries (and holding them even when kids are upset) *and* Validating feelings (understanding what’s going on for your kid even when you don’t give in). It’s normal if one of these jobs...