This week we discuss how AI language models, specifically ChatGPT and Gemini, can support us in parenting. We delve into... more

In this episode of Parenting Understood we speak with Dr. Harriet Tenenbaum about the importance of parent-child talk for a... more

In this episode, we discuss how a reward chart can support young children when traveling. More specifically, we walk through... more

We are thrilled to be re-releasing our episode with Dr. Clancy Blair as part of our four week back to... more

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Holly Gover, a board-certified behavior analyst with extensive experience working with children... more

In this episode, we are joined by Lauren Smith-Brody, founder of the Fifth Trimester movement and the author of ... more

In this episode, we discuss 9 key principles to consider when having conversations with children around difficult topics, such as... more

In this episode we are joined by Harvard Professor, Dr. Paul Harris, to delve into the intricate world of children's... more

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Felienne Hermans to delve into the world of programming and its significance... more

In this episode, we are joined by Danielle DuBosie, co-Founder of Sakara Life, which merges modern science and ancient healing... more

In this latest episode, Professor Noguera argues for a shift in education, prioritizing both academic achievement and social-emotional development. He... more

In this episode, we are joined by Drs Marc Brackett and Niobe Way to discuss the importance of human connection... more

In this episode we speak with Dr. Keegan Tangeman about the use of dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) to support children... more

We are thrilled to be joined in our first episode of the New Year by Jessica... more

In this episode, Dr. Whitney discusses her book "Doing It All: Stop Over-Functioning and Become the Mom and Person You're... more

In this episode, we are joined by Professor Susan Neuman to explore early literacy and how parents can best support... more

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Richard Weissbourd to speak about achievement pressure. We discuss how parents can... more

In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome back Dr. Jeanne Donaldson to speak with her on the topic of... more

As we head into the holiday season, we are re-airing our interview with Eve Rodsky, a mom of 3, an... more

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Damour about the emotional lives of teenagers. We pay especial attention to the... more

In this brief episode, Michelle and I discuss techniques to support young children in their listening. This is our last... more

In this episode, we discuss with Chloe Massey, Cooper Education Team Parenting Expert and Doctoral Candidate- parenting, teaching, and learning... more

In this episode we speak with Dr. Aliza Pressman about her new book, The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential... more

As we head into the holiday season, we are re-airing our interview with Eve Rodsky, a mom of 3, an... more

In this episode, we have a slightly different format, as we bring my class to the podcast. Michelle guest lectures... more

In this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by members of the Fisher Price development team. We discuss the... more

In this episode, we follow up from episode 106 where we discussed a situation in which recess was taken away... more

  In this episode, we speak with Duygu Balan about intergenerational trauma, and ways to break the cycle. Duygu discusses... more

In this episode, we discuss with Dr Heather Woodley, the roles of play and toys in teaching children about diversity,... more

In this episode, we discuss a situation in which kindergarten children were denied recess time as a consequence of a... more

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Damour about the emotional lives of teenagers. We pay especial attention to the... more

We are thrilled to be re-airing our episode with Emily Oster on making parenting decisions through data. Emily is a... more

In this episode, we speak with Mariel Benjamin, LCSW, about how parenting is currently based in a feeling of fear... more

In this compelling episode, we sit down with the co-authors and partners, Alex Ritter and Alex Kenworthy, to delve into... more

In this episode, Dr. Marc Brackett, author of Permission to Feel, discusses the importance of emotional self-awareness, and explains that... more

In this episode, we conclude our series on school readiness with a conversation with Claire Marie about school lockdown drills.... more

As a new academic year commences, we have decided to rebroadcast a well-received episode centered on pediatric anxiety. Within... more

We are thrilled to be re-releasing our episode with Dr. Clancy Blair as part of our four week back to... more

In this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by Dr. Ashleigh Collins, Dean of Academic Programs at Relay Graduate... more

In this last episode of our back to school series, we speak about starting a new school from the perspectives... more

Welcome to the 100th episode of Parenting Understood! We are beyond excited and incredibly grateful for our amazing community of... more

In this episode, we are thrilled to speak with Michael Perry, entrepreneur, devoted father of two young boys, and creator... more

In this week’s episode we speak with Dr. Bamgbose, a reproductive psychiatrist, about the impacts of hormones on women's mental... more

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Dana Winters of the Fred Rogers Institute about supporting children in the development... more

Today we are thrilled to be joined by Ali Star Locke and John Patrick Nelson of the podcast Sensory Overload.... more

Today, we are thrilled to be joined by Dr. Yishan Xu as she discusses the various ways sleep changes throughout... more

In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome back Dr. Jeanne Donaldson to speak with her on the topic of... more

In this episode of "Parenting Understood," we welcome Sara Petersen, who has been challenging the perception of motherhood influenced by... more

In this episode, we speak with Renee Reina, psychologist and host of the renowned podcast, The Mom Room.  Renne... more

In this episode, we are joined by Drs Douglas Clements and Julie Sarama to discuss early math learning. Douglas H.... more