Will AI Make Kids Less Resilient? A Conversation Every Parent Needs to Hear
The podcast explores whether generative AI will erode children’s resilience, featuring Joanna Stern’s year‑long experiment of inviting AI into every corner of her home, including interactions with her kids. Stern’s hands‑on approach turns a theoretical debate into a lived reality, prompting parents to confront the paradox of ubiquitous AI assistance versus the need for authentic human guidance. Key insights center on the concept of friction. AI chatbots eliminate the delays, misunderstandings, and imperfect feedback that traditionally shape a child’s emotional circuitry. While the outcome—calmer, happier kids—may look appealing, the process of working through disappointment, waiting for a response, or receiving a flawed answer builds lasting coping skills. Constant AI availability also risks substituting the nuanced, patient presence of a parent with an endlessly agreeable digital companion. Notable moments include a toy chatbot that misheard a child’s chant of “soccer,” repeatedly offering to play, and the recurring reminder that “we need to raise humans, not robots.” Stern emphasizes that the value lies not in the AI’s answers but in the learning journey it either supports or shortcuts, echoing the broader concern that children may miss the “coins” collected along the longer, effortful path. The conversation underscores a call to action for parents: deliberately curate AI use, teach children how to engage with technology critically, and preserve spaces where friction—and the growth it engenders—remains essential. Balancing convenience with resilience will determine whether the next generation thrives in an AI‑rich world or struggles when faced with inevitable real‑world challenges.
Teens These Days Don't Get an Off Switch
The video highlights how today’s teens lack the generational "off switch" that once allowed a clear separation between school life and personal downtime. Social media’s relentless stream of opinions, consumer cues, and appearance standards keeps young people perpetually plugged in,...
I Needed Proof I Was a Good Mom
In this episode of Rattled, therapist and author Aaron Schlloman recounts how her identity as a high-achieving, certain person collided with the unpredictability of early motherhood. Expecting caregiving to come naturally, she instead faced steep learning curves—particularly around nursing, sleep,...
Let's Talk About THAT Scene in Off Campus
The clip from Off Campus season 1, episode 7, spotlights a brief exchange where Graham confronts Hannah after she fails to return his calls. His line—“Please text me next time. I was worried about you”—serves as the focal point of the discussion. The...
Are You Invalidating Your Child's Emotional Experience?
The video spotlights a common parenting pitfall: invalidating a child’s emotional experience, especially around body image during puberty. Dr. Cheryl, a tween‑and‑teen expert, demonstrates how a well‑meaning parent can unintentionally dismiss a child’s feelings by offering premature reassurance, and then...
Why Is My Kid OBSESSED with Squishy Toys?!
The video explores why today’s tweens are fixated on squishy collectibles like Squishies and NeeDohs, framing the craze as a symptom of broader cultural shifts rather than mere indulgence. The host argues that instant‑delivery expectations and low tolerance for frustration, cultivated...
The Moment Morgan Radford Knew Pregnancy Brain Was Real
Morgan Radford opens up about experiencing "pregnancy brain" while anchoring live television, describing how the condition made her stumble over basic vocabulary and unintentionally blend English with Spanish. The revelation came after a friend’s husband pointed out the phenomenon, prompting...
How Your Emotions Can Get in the Way of Really Seeing Your Kid
The video explores how parents’ unregulated emotions can cloud their ability to truly see and understand their children’s needs. When a parent reacts defensively to a child’s complaint—such as feeling hurt by a missed dinner—they often interpret the situation through...
Will I Ever Feel Like Myself Again?
The episode of the Rattled podcast titled “Will I Ever Feel Like Myself Again?” centers on the disorienting sense many new parents feel when their bodies and minds no longer feel familiar after childbirth. Host invites NBC news anchor Morgan...
The Everyday Moments That Build Connection With Your Kid
The video discusses how parents often focus on “hard moments” but the speaker argues that quiet, everyday interactions are equally vital for building a deep, secure bond with children. It highlights that peaceful coexistence—times when parent and child simply share space...
How to Raise Emotionally Mature Kids | Dr. Lindsay Gibson & Dr. Becky
The video explores how parents can raise emotionally mature children by first managing their own emotional responses. Dr. Lindsay Gibson and Dr. Becky argue that the toughest parenting challenge is not the child’s behavior but the adult’s reaction, urging parents...
My Son Had a Bad Day. Instead of Fixing It, I Did This
A mother recounts how she transformed her son’s miserable school day by “infusing her presence” into his memory rather than trying to fix the situation. She describes asking him to pinpoint the lowest point, then imagining herself silently hugging him...
What I Wish I Knew Before Having a Baby
The video explores a seldom‑discussed reality: the profound transformation a mother undergoes during and after childbirth, a process the speaker labels "matrescence." By framing this shift as a distinct developmental stage, the creator highlights that the mother’s birth experience can...
Nobody Talks About Paternal Postpartum Depression
The video spotlights paternal postpartum depression, a rarely discussed condition, through a father's candid confession about his emotional turmoil after his son’s birth. He describes classic depressive symptoms—crying alone, feeling disconnected, questioning love for his child—paired with male‑specific coping mechanisms such...
Validating vs Invalidating Your Kids
The video demonstrates how parents should respond to a child's negative self-talk by validating feelings rather than dismissing them. Using a dialogue about a girl unhappy with her legs, the parent mirrors the child's emotions, contextualizes them (puberty and comparison...
The Period Doctor Explains Puberty: What Every Parent Needs to Know
The video features Dr. Cheryl and Dr. Charis Chambers, the "Period Doctor," discussing puberty and menstrual health for parents. It highlights how period pain, dysmenorrhea, and the emotional turbulence of adolescence are often overlooked, leading to missed school days and...
The Shift From 8-12 Years Old Is a Big One
The video explores the developmental leap that occurs between ages eight and twelve, a period parents often describe as a “four‑year shift.” The speaker frames the change through a relational lens, emphasizing how children move from outward‑focused play to inward‑focused...
What If You Don’t Feel Connected to Your Baby? | Postpartum Bonding Explained
The Rattled podcast episode tackles a common yet rarely discussed question: what happens when new parents don’t feel an immediate rush of love for their baby. Host Dr. Becky invites writer‑coach Ruthie Arian to share her experience after giving birth...
Your Kid Melts Down in Public - Now What?
The video captures a frazzled parent dealing with a child’s public tantrum at a neighborhood pizza shop. Surrounded by curious onlookers, the mother feels exposed and instinctively worries about appearing weak, prompting an internal debate about how to respond. The speaker...
Sibling Rivalry in Tweens: How to Handle Conflict Without Taking Sides
Sibling rivalry in tweens is a normal yet turbulent phase, and parents often wonder whether to intervene or let the conflict play out. Dr. Cheryl and therapist Bridget Kerris explain that the older child’s push‑away behavior reflects a developmental need...
Your Kid with ADHD Feelings Things More Intensely - This Changes Everything
The video explains that children with ADHD experience emotions at a heightened level, which often manifests as intense meltdowns, escalations, or aggression. It argues that these reactions are not signs of willful defiance but a physiological response to a nervous...
Experiencing the 4pm Dread As A New Mom? Watch This.
The video addresses the familiar “4 p.m. dread” many new mothers experience, describing the sudden wave of anxiety that hits around late afternoon when fatigue and isolation converge. The speaker emphasizes that brief, non‑verbal gestures—such as a hug or a supportive text—often...
Psychologist Breaks Down How to Talk to Your Kids After a Sports Game
Dr. Becky, a clinical psychologist, breaks down a simple framework for parents talking to kids after a sports game. She calls it the “feelings bench,” urging adults to sit with children on their uncomfortable moments rather than whisking them away...
How The Movie Swapped Helps Kids Connect to Big Ideas
The video argues that children often forget environmental lessons unless they can see a personal connection. It proposes using narrative tools—specifically the Netflix film “Swapped,” where two characters exchange bodies—to teach perspective‑taking and illustrate how ecosystems depend on mutual support. Research...
What Intrusive Thoughts Are Actually Trying to Tell Us
The video explores how intrusive thoughts are not random disturbances but signals of underlying emotions, particularly love, vulnerability, and unmet needs. It argues that what we vocalize in conflicts—like “You never help”—often disguises a deeper request for support and reassurance. Key...
What Intrusive Thoughts in Motherhood Actually Mean
The video explores intrusive thoughts that many pregnant and postpartum women experience, describing how anxiety can intensify once a baby is on the way. The speaker recounts panic attacks at five months pregnant, noting that the fear‑laden “what‑if” scenarios—throwing the baby...
Why Does No One Talk About This Part of Motherhood?
The video spotlights a rarely discussed facet of motherhood: the bewildering physical and emotional upheaval that greets many women in the first weeks after birth. Rather than the idyllic, baby‑centric narrative many anticipate, the speaker describes feeling like a "broken...
When Food Feels Scary: Eating Disorders in Kids & Teens (Early Signs & What Helps)
Eating disorders affect roughly 30 million Americans, making them a widespread public‑health concern. In a recent discussion, Dr. Sheryl, Dr. Becky, and Dr. Erin Parks of Equip Health dissect early warning signs in children and teens, including rigid eating rules, secretive...
Stop Talking During ADHD Meltdowns (Do This Instead)
The video addresses how parents can de‑escalate ADHD meltdowns by cutting verbal input and relying on calm, physical cues. It explains that children with ADHD are already overwhelmed by sensory stimuli, so logical explanations often become additional noise rather than...
Psychologist Reacts to Bethany Joy Lenz on Trusting Yourself
The video features clinical psychologist Dr. Becky Kennedy reacting to Bethany Joy Lenz’s message about teaching children to trust themselves. She highlights how well‑meaning parents often default to reassuring phrases like “everything’s fine,” which can unintentionally gaslight kids and invalidate...
At The Root of Our Anger, There Is a Fear
The video features a first‑time mother confronting her nine‑year‑old’s growing defiance and questioning why her anger flares. She is guided to recognize that anger is a symptom of an underlying fear—fear of losing control, of raising a disrespectful child, and of...
Your Job Isn't To Keep Your Kids Happy
The video argues that a parent’s core responsibilities are establishing boundaries and offering validation. It stresses that safety—not perpetual comfort or happiness—is the paramount goal, a notion the speaker says has been muddied in recent decades. The speaker explains that boundaries...
The Reason Your Kid Loves Mark Rober's CrunchLabs
The video argues that kids’ love for Mark Rober’s Crunch Labs reveals a deeper belief about themselves when faced with difficulty. When children abandon a board game or whine over a tough math problem, they often assume they are “bad” at...
Dr. Mary Claire Haver: What We Need To Know About Hormone Replacement Therapy
Dr. Mary Claire Haver argues that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) should be a patient‑driven choice, with clinicians providing clear risk‑benefit information rather than gatekeeping. She likens the decision‑making process to that afforded to men regarding testosterone, emphasizing autonomy over paternalism. The...
Psychologist on Coach Brenda Frese's Viral March Madness Moment
Coach Brenda Frese’s viral exchange with a player sparked a broader conversation about the psychology of hard talks, as explained by a clinical psychologist. The analyst emphasizes that the effectiveness of any difficult dialogue—whether on the court, in the classroom,...
You and Your Kid Are Not Peer Decision Makers
The video addresses how parents should categorize decisions with their children, emphasizing that they are not peer decision‑makers. It outlines three decision tiers: choices the child owns (e.g., mismatched outfits), joint decisions requiring collaboration (e.g., signing up for soccer), and parental‑only...
When Your Teen Won't Talk to You, Try This Instead
The video tackles how parents can break through teenage silence by swapping face‑to‑face lectures for concise text messages. It advises framing reminders around the teen’s own priorities—sports, parties, or hobbies—while pairing the request with a mild, clearly stated consequence. The approach...
How to Help Your Child Navigate Friendship Drama (Without Stepping In Too Much) | Dr. Sheryl
The podcast episode of "The In Between Years" hosted by Dr. Sheryl addresses how parents can help a 10‑year‑old navigate a friendship triangle without over‑intervening. The conversation with a New England mother illustrates the dilemma: two friends refuse to be together,...
Psychologist Reacts to Duke Basketball Coach's Speech
The video pairs Duke basketball coach Carol Lawson’s motivational speech with clinical psychologist Dr. Becky’s parenting framework, illustrating how a sports‑focused mindset can translate into everyday resilience training for children. Lawson argues that life never gets easier; instead, individuals become...
How To Talk To Your Kids About AI
The video tackles a common parental dilemma: how to introduce artificial intelligence to children without becoming overwhelmed by its technical complexity. Rather than positioning themselves as AI experts, parents are urged to treat the conversation as a broader parenting challenge—guiding...
Psychologist Reacts to Viola Davis
In a recent video, clinical psychologist Dr. Becky dissects a viral clip of actress Viola Davis praising “bad kids,” arguing that the phrase reveals a deeper parenting philosophy. Davis’s anecdote about a toddler sticking his finger in a wedding cake becomes...
The Biggest Surprise of Parenting a Teen
The video highlights a common, unsettling transition for parents: the moment they finally feel competent in raising a child, their teen’s personality can change dramatically, leaving them questioning who their child has become. This shift often catches parents off guard...
If Talking About Puberty with Your Kid Feels Awkward, Watch This
The video tackles the common discomfort parents feel when their children enter puberty, emphasizing that this developmental stage demands a shift in how families communicate and connect. It argues that parents must show up consistently, signaling readiness for the next phase,...
Stop Fighting Over Text Messages With Your Teen
The video tackles a common household tension: parents receiving cryptic one‑letter text replies from teenagers when they ask seemingly simple, yet important, questions. Rather than viewing these terse responses as disrespect, the speaker reframes them as signals that the teen...
How To Build Our Kids' Resilience
The video argues that parents’ instinct to shield children from discomfort creates long‑term anxiety, undermining the very resilience they hope to foster. It stresses that short‑term comfort—such as always placing kids on the “A‑team”—actually breeds fragility, while allowing them to endure...
The Surprising Thing Hospitality Taught Will Guidara About Fatherhood
In a candid interview, restaurateur Will Guidara explains how the core tenets of hospitality have reshaped his approach to fatherhood. He argues that parents, like hoteliers, have a responsibility to craft a “magical world” for their children amid a chaotic...
The Kind of Love Kids Never Forget
The video recounts a child's recollection of his mother’s battle with brain cancer, the radiation that left her quadriplegic, and the father’s unwavering devotion as primary caregiver. It highlights how the father’s self‑sacrifice and the child’s early involvement in feeding and...
If You're Kid Won't Stop Saying Bad Words, Here's What You Might Be Missing
The video tackles a common parenting dilemma—children who pepper conversation with profanity—and proposes a shift from prohibition to structured permission. The presenter argues that telling kids simply “stop” is less effective than defining where and when certain language is acceptable. By...
Psychologist Reacts to Eileen Gu’s Genius Pivot
In this brief video, clinical psychologist Dr. Becky—also a mother of three and founder of the parenting platform Good Inside—reacts to a free‑skiing champion’s comments about Olympic medals and pivots the discussion toward parenting psychology. She uses the athlete’s perspective...