177: Your Phone. With Joey Odom
The Art of Parenting
Is your phone stealing attention away from your most important relationships? Listen in and discover the real impact with Joey Odom. I don't know about you, but sometimes my phone or other people’s phones get in the way of my relationships. Joey discovered this early on and created a product to help us have a better relationship with those who matter most, including our phones. What We Talked About: The power of intentional presence Navigating technology’s impact on our family life Challenges of modern parenting with digital technology How Aro’s gamified tools work to make...
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176: Safer Childbirth. With Gina Mundy
The Art of Parenting
Do you know how to prepare for a safer childbirth experience? Listen in and hear from Gina Mundy on what you need to know. I never realized we needed attorneys for childbirth, yet today I speak with Gina Mundy, an attorney who specializes in childbirth cases and has defended countless families due to birth traumas. What We Talked About: When do you need and the role of a childbirth attorney The critical role of birth doulas for safer childbirth Proactive steps for a safer childbirth experience Understanding all of the childbirth interventions suggested Choosing to have a Home...
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175: Healthy Kids, Happy Kids. With Dr. Elisa Song
The Art of Parenting
Did you know, your child’s gut microbiome impacts their behavior and immunity? Listen in and get expert answers from Dr. Elisa Song. Your child’s microbiome is essential to having healthy kids, happy kids. Learn from integrative pediatrician Elisa Song as she shares evidence-based choices we can make for our children’s future. What We Talked About: Understanding the impact your child’s Microbiome has on long term health The potential long-term effects of antibiotics in early childhood Five simple steps to having microbiome magic Mindful choices you can make to...
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174: Math Mind. With Shalinee Sharma
The Art of Parenting
Are you ready to spark a love for math in your child? Listen in as my guest, Shalinee Sharma, reveals her top tips. The Mathematical Mind is something we all possess, yet there are many myths about having a math mind or not. Today my guest shares the beauty that can be found in math and how to guide our children to enjoy and succeed in math. What We Talked About: Unlocking the "Mathematical Mind" Shalinee's four tips for Math confidence Simple ways to bring math into daily routines Why visual and hands-on approaches make math meaningful & engaging. How to make math a game for...
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173: The ABC's of Preschool. With Ms. Amber Jayne
The Art of Parenting
What’s the key to thriving preschool success? Listen in as my guest, Amber Jayne, reveals it all. We all know how crucial children's early years of development are for their lifelong joy and success. Today we talk about how to determine what is the best environment for children to thrive. What We Talked About: How to identify a high-quality preschool using the four senses rule Balancing parenthood and business The role of love and nurturing in early childhood development How traditional education doesn’t fit every child The impact of technology on children's development ...
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172: The Science of Mommy Brain. With Jodi Pawluski
The Art of Parenting
Is 'Mommy Brain' real or just a myth? Listen in and discover the science behind it with my guest, Jodi Pawluski! So often the ‘Mommy Brain’ gets a bad wrap, but did you know everything happens for a reason!? Today I’m talking with a neuroscientist to understand the science of the mommy brain better. What We Talked About: The brain changes that occur in mothers during parenthood Societal and environmental pressures that disproportionately affect mothers Effects of perinatal mental illness on both mothers and their offspring Oxytocin and bonding without breastfeeding ...
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171: Yogi Beans. With Lauren Chaitoff
The Art of Parenting
Can yoga help children manage big feelings and emotions? Listen in as my guest, Lauren Chaitoff shares her insights. Yoga has always been my go-to for relaxing and feeling in tune with my physical body. Today, I’m talking with a yoga instructor who is focused on bringing this ancient practice to children. What We Talked About: Ways to introduce yoga to children How yoga can help both parents and children manage emotions Building emotional awareness in children The four pillars of Yogi Bean Morning and evening yoga rituals for parents and children How to add a bit of yoga...
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170: The Imperfect Parent. With Kate Hamilton
The Art of Parenting
Is there really such a thing as the perfect parent? Listen in and discover the power of being an imperfect parent with Kate Hamilton. I truly believe we all strive to be the best parent possible, yet when we strive for perfection is when we get ourselves in trouble. The notion of perfection is unattainable so let’s embrace being an Imperfect Parent instead. What We Talked About: Understanding generational behaviors helps us break unhelpful cycles Parenting as a partnership Mistakes are valuable learning opportunities for both parents and children. How to handle unsolicited...
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169: A Mom Like That. With Aaisha Alvi
The Art of Parenting
Could your understanding of postpartum mental health be missing a crucial piece? Listen in as my guest, Aaisha Alvi shares the realities of postpartum psychosis. A Mom Like That is a memoir of a woman’s journey into perinatal and postpartum mood disorders. She shares her honest and harrowing experiences with a healthcare system that does not yet take these issues seriously. A must listen to all. What We Talked About: What are perinatal mood disorders Aaisha's personal experience with Postpartum Psychosis What is the biological basis of Postpartum Psychosis What urged Aaisha to write...
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168: Healing After Birth. With Jennifer Summerfeldt
The Art of Parenting
What does it take to truly heal after a challenging birth? Listen in and find out in this powerful conversation with Jennifer Summerfeldt. Our birth experience, how we came to the world, and how, if able, we give birth to our own have a lasting impact on our overall well-being. What We Talked About: Midwifery and alternative birth options Overcoming the fear induced by mainstream pregnancy advice Understand different birth paradigms Choosing birth based on values The emergence of free birth The difference between a disappointing birth experience and birth trauma How birth trauma...
info_outlineHow can opting out of the digital world lead to a more fulfilling family life? Listen in as my guest, Erin Loechner shares her inspiring stories.
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Making choices about what we bring into our homes or put in our children’s hands has been a long-standing issue I would like to examine. Today, Erin Loechner shares her journey and how we can become an opt-out family. Listen in for some much-needed inspiration.
What We Talked About:
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Erin's journey from being a social media influencer to embracing a low-tech lifestyle
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Simple steps to reduce tech dependency in your life
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How she created and manages her low-tech family
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What parents can do to follow the principles of a low-tech family
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The principles behind “people over pixels.”
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How tech can hinder our children's need for independence
Things to Remember
“Parenting is… a lot of pivoting, a lot of listening, a lot of following your child's lead. It's a dance.”
“Be more engaging than the algorithm.”
“As parents, we have to model the behavior we want to see and go first.”
“Sometimes we just have to be willing to fail to be able to find out what we're comfortable with and what we're not comfortable with.”
“People over pixels.”
“Move slow and mend things.”
“If we're not capitalizing on the low stakes opportunities, we're certainly not going to be skilled or practiced or well versed when it comes to the high stakes opportunities.”
“Honor the weight of parenting while still holding it very loosely.”
“Parents can connect far better than how technology wants to connect with us.”
- Erin Loechner