
Raising Good Humans
As a parent, do you ever wish someone could just whisper some realistic and trustworthy support in your ear? And not make you feel awful for not having all the answers? Well, that’s what I’m here for.
I'm Dr. Aliza Pressman, developmental psychologist, parent educator, asst. clinical professor, and co-founder of both Mount Sinai Parenting Center and SeedlingsGroup. And I'm a mom... trying to raise two good humans myself, so I'm in this with you!
In each episode, we'll go deep (but brief) with both experts and parents to share the most effective approaches and tools and talk about the important bigger picture of raising good humans. My goal is to make your parenting journey less overwhelming and a lot more joyful!
Please join me every Friday for new episodes of Raising Good Humans.
Latest episodes

Mar 1, 2024 • 57min
Navigating the Landscape of Modern Parenting with Martha Stewart
Martha Stewart shares wisdom on modern parenting, avoiding 'perfect' parenting, managing anger outbursts. Insights on evolving parenting, psychological principles, building relationships. Cultivating resilience in children, navigating new baby introductions. Embracing imperfection, effective parenting strategies, balancing boundaries and emotional regulation.

Feb 26, 2024 • 23min
Gut Health and Beyond: Uncovering the Power of Probiotics
Discover the power of probiotics for gut health and overall wellness as Tina Anderson from Just Thrive Probiotics shares insights on the impact of probiotics on mental and physical health, how they work, and the importance of maintaining a healthy balance of beneficial gut bacteria. Learn about the link between gut health, brain function, and supplements, as well as the role of probiotics and prebiotics in promoting a diverse gut microbiome for optimal health.

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Feb 23, 2024 • 48min
Gaming, Social Media and Information Bingeing: Guiding Kids on Devices with Dr. Michael Rich
Dr. Michael Rich discusses guiding kids on devices, managing screen time, and developing critical media skills. The importance of parental involvement and educational strategies in children's digital experiences are highlighted. Various sponsor ads for healthy products are featured. The impact of excessive screen time on children's development and the need for balanced experiences beyond screens are emphasized.

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Feb 16, 2024 • 47min
How to Become a Better Listener and Strengthen your Connection with your Kids w/ Lori Gottlieb
Lori Gottlieb, NYT best-selling author and host of Dear Therapist, joins to discuss becoming a better listener and strengthening connections with kids. They explore secrecy vs privacy, modeling regulation, building resilience, and the burden of love. They also touch on emotional communication dynamics and societal messaging, as well as building strong relationships and encouraging independent play.

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Feb 9, 2024 • 38min
The Foundations for Strong Relationships
Learn about secure attachment and the foundations for strong relationships. Explore the origins of attachment theory and the impact of secure attachment on children. Discover the importance of social connection and repair in parent-child relationships. Hear stories of how attachment can be retrofitted and learn about a company offering online coaching sessions for kids.

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Feb 2, 2024 • 46min
Raising Rigorous Critical Thinkers: How to Help Grow Authentic Humans Who Think Well
Adam Torson, award-winning debate coach, discusses raising rigorous critical thinkers and authentic moral citizens. He emphasizes the importance of cultivating critical thinking skills through debate, challenging information, and avoiding confirmation bias. Other topics include teaching skepticism, promoting water filtration, and investing in authentic relationships with students.

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Jan 31, 2024 • 28min
Child Skincare 101: From Infancy to Adolescence
Dr. Sheilagh Maguiness, a leading pediatric dermatologist, discusses pediatric skincare. Topics include common skin conditions in children, establishing a hygiene routine, sun protection, when to start using shampoo and conditioner, and the importance of gentle practices and moisturizers. The podcast also explores skin issues in school-age children, access to pediatric dermatologists, and resources for finding one.

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Jan 26, 2024 • 43min
Why Imperfect Parenting is Perfect w/ Dr. Lisa Damour & Reena Ninan
Dr. Lisa Damour and Reena Ninan discuss the five principles of parenting and the importance of imperfection. They also tackle topics like instilling compassion, martyr moms, personal growth, emotion regulation, and balancing freedom and support.

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Jan 19, 2024 • 1h 5min
Jennifer Garner on The Five Principles of Parenting
Actress Jennifer Garner joins the podcast to discuss the realities of parenting and share her personal experiences. They talk about family values, different methods of play, regulation, attachment, rules, the power of repair, creating a family mission statement, intentional decision-making during play, and the role of parents in nurturing children.

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Jan 12, 2024 • 51min
Experiencing Joy While Our Hearts Are Broken: The Amen Effect
Join a conversation with Rabbi Sharon Brous on finding joy amidst heartbreak, navigating grief, and the transformative journey of healing. Explore grief rituals, holding joy and sorrow simultaneously, and embracing the power of community in our collective healing process.
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