Why Adjusting Expectations Matters When Parenting a Child with Anxiety or OCD
In this episode, child therapist Natasha Daniels discusses why parents of children with anxiety or OCD need to regularly reassess their expectations. She outlines signs that unrealistic expectations are causing parental burnout and harming the child’s self‑esteem, such as constant disappointment, comparison to other kids, and the child’s own feelings of being a burden. Daniels offers a practical checklist for spotting these red flags, explains how to trace the origins of inflated expectations—like developmental milestones and fear of judgment—and provides strategies for recalibrating them to prioritize daily pockets of happiness for both parent and child.
Small Moments, Big Impact: Strengthening Your Bond With Your Daughter
In this episode of the Dad and Daughter Connection, host Dr. Christopher Lewis talks with father Bernard Drew about the small, intentional moments that have built a lasting bond with his daughter, now an adult. They explore how sharing her...
The Follow-Up: I Just Had a Baby, Now What?
In this 18‑minute follow‑up, pediatrician Dr. Mona revisits her popular "I Just Had a Baby, Now What?" episode, sharing new survey data from Angel Care and Diaper Genie about what parents need in the first three months. The findings highlight...
The 3 P Framework for Presence and Why Your Family's Wisdom Is Worth More Than Your Estate with Jefe...
In this episode, host Jon Broman and guest Jefe Greenheart explore the "3 P Framework" for parenting—Presence, Play, and Patience—and how it helps ambitious fathers stay connected to their families while pursuing creative and business goals. They discuss practical habits...
Helping Your Daughter Transition to Adulthood with Confidence
In this five‑minute episode of the Dad and Daughter Connection, Dr. Christopher Lewis outlines how fathers can help their daughters transition into adulthood with confidence. He emphasizes three practical strategies: shifting from solving problems to coaching them, normalizing the inevitable...
Building Agents at Home: Parenting, Work, and Benevolent Neglect
In this episode, former Y Combinator founder and homeschooling mother Jessie Janais explains how she leveraged AI agents to automate household and educational tasks, ultimately allowing her to spend focused time with her four young children while still building tech....
The Power of the Pause in Your Child’s Anxiety and OCD
In this episode, child therapist Natasha Daniels explores the "power of the pause" when parenting children, teens, or young adults with anxiety, OCD, or related disorders. She explains how parental urgency—driven by the child's crisis feelings—can unintentionally reinforce anxiety cycles,...
How Do You Stay Close to Your Daughter as She Grows More Independent?
In this five‑minute episode of the Dad and Daughter Connection, Dr. Christopher Lewis tackles how fathers can stay close to their daughters as they become more independent. He outlines three practical strategies: stay curious rather than controlling, respect her space...
Parenting for Positive Body Image with Charlotte Markey, PhD
In this episode of Rethinking Wellness, host Christy Harrison talks with body image researcher Dr. Charlotte Markey about the many factors shaping children's body image and practical ways parents can foster positivity. They discuss the lack of kid‑focused resources, the...
Podcast #115: Velcro Kids: Helping Your Child Gain Independence
In this episode, host Miriam Conner talks with Dr. Sarah Briggs, a licensed professional counselor and university faculty member, about "Velcro kids"—children who have an intense need to stay close to their parents. Dr. Briggs explains that this behavior often...
Is It True? If I Don’t Punish, I’m Permissive (with Myleik Teele)
In this episode of Good Inside, Dr. Becky and parenting expert Myleik Teele dissect the common belief that "if I don’t punish, I’m permissive." They explore how this mindset ties to power dynamics, fear, and cultural expectations, especially for Black...
Healing Artfully: Creative Ways for Dads to Connect with Their Daughters
In this episode of the Dad and Daughter Connection, host Dr. Christopher Lewis talks with Cheryl Rosenberg, creator of the Healing Artfully program, about using creative expression to help fathers connect with their daughters during emotional or behavioral challenges. Rosenberg...
Why Strong-Willed Kids Are So Hard to Parent (and Why They’re Amazing)
In this episode Corey and Sarah discuss the challenges and joys of parenting strong‑willed children, highlighting how these kids speak their truth, resist being bossed around, and often have a deep sense of justice. They share personal anecdotes—like a niece...
Teaching Your Daughter that Vulnerability Is Strength
In this 6‑minute episode of the Dad and Daughter Connection, host Dr. Christopher Lewis explains why teaching daughters that vulnerability is strength is essential for their emotional development. He outlines three practical steps for fathers: model vulnerability by sharing their...
Podcast #114: Perfection or Pressure
In this episode of Apparently Speaking, host Miriam Conner talks with school counselor and children's author Jennifer Leichtate about the growing pressure and performance anxiety faced by kids today. Leichtate explains the difference between healthy, motivating anxiety and debilitating anxiety...