Parenting & You With Dr. Shefali

In this empowering episode, Dr. Shefali is joined by Zoe Blaskey, transformational coach, acclaimed podcaster, and bestselling author of Motherkind. Together, they explore the emotional challenges many mothers face, including guilt, exhaustion, and the pressure to meet constant expectations. Zoe shares her mission to help mothers shift from overwhelm and comparison to a place of clarity, confidence, and self-compassion. This is a powerful conversation for anyone looking to break free from outdated ideals of motherhood and embrace a more conscious, empowered path.  If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful episode, Dr. Shefali dives deep into one of the most pressing challenges modern parents face when it comes to kids and social media. From knowing when to give your child a phone to setting healthy boundaries around screen time, Dr. Shefali offers practical advice and conscious parenting strategies to help you navigate this complex terrain. She explores the emotional and psychological toll of social media on young minds and shares tools to help your child resist its addictive pull—especially when their mental health is at stake. Whether you're struggling with when to take the phone away, how to talk to your child about online influence, or how to foster real connection in a digital world, this episode is packed with insights every parent needs.  If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Shefali welcomes fitness and wellness icon Tracy Anderson, bestselling author and creator of the Tracy Anderson Method. For the first time, Tracy opens up to Dr. Shefali, sharing stories she has never told before about her unique parenting style, the heartbreak of losing both her children’s fathers, and the valuable lessons she has learned through it all. This powerful and honest conversation will inspire you to grow and show up more fully as a parent.  If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Devon Kuntzman, founder of Transforming Toddlerhood and a certified coach, brings a wealth of experience as a former nanny and author. She shares fresh perspectives on viewing toddlers as learners rather than problems. Devon emphasizes connection over power struggles, using empathy to create limits and avoid battles. She highlights the importance of self-care, scheduling emotional check-ins, and modeling repair after mistakes. Practical tips for everyday challenges make it clear that understanding and connection are key to navigating the toddler years.

Dr. Brooke Weinstein, a neuroscience expert and parenting coach, shares her transformative journey through grief and motherhood. She candidly discusses the tools for emotional regulation that helped her navigate trauma after her husband’s passing. Brooke emphasizes the importance of self-care for caregivers and the delicate balance of nurturing and setting boundaries as a solo parent. She also offers valuable advice on how to communicate about loss with children, creating a safe space for their emotions. This poignant conversation offers insight into resilience in parenting.

The top complaint Dr. Shefali hears from parents is: “My partner and I aren’t on the same parenting page.” Misalignment can make raising kids harder, leaving children confused and more likely to act out. In this episode, Dr. Shefali helps a couple uncover their parenting misalignments and guides them toward unity—for the betterment of their kids and family.  If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Shefali chats with bestselling author, educator, and mom Alyssa Campbell, author of Big Kids, Bigger Feelings. They explore Alyssa’s personal journey through parenting — from emotional triggers to the everyday struggles and triumphs of raising emotionally aware kids. This raw and real conversation offers relatable insights and practical tools for every parent.  If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life doesn’t always go as planned—and parenting is no exception. As parents, we often face unexpected challenges that demand courage, flexibility, and deep wisdom. In this powerful episode, Dr. Shefali offers compassionate, practical guidance on how to show up for those difficult moments with presence and strength.   If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Dr. Shefali sits down with a courageous mother-daughter duo to explore their journey through eating disorders, body shaming, teenage struggles, and the societal pressures young girls face. Together, they reveal the pain, resilience, and healing that brought them closer—and ultimately made them stronger than ever. This eye-opening conversation offers insight, inspiration, and hope for other mothers and daughters navigating similar challenges.  If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you struggle with change as a parent? Are transitions difficult, and does the unpredictability of the future leave you feeling anxious or unsettled? In this episode, Dr. Shefali explores why so many parents cling to routine and predictability—and how that attachment can actually limit growth. She dives into how embracing the unknown can help you become a more present, conscious, and resilient parent.  If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices