Authentic Parenting

Dr. Dan Siegel, co-author of The Power of Showing Up, shares profound insights on how parental presence shapes children's development. He emphasizes the importance of being emotionally supportive and creating a safe environment, especially during stressful times. Siegel discusses the cycle of parental shame and its long-term implications on children's emotional health. He also highlights practical strategies for engaging with children, repairing relationships, and fostering resilience, encouraging parents to prioritize connection over perfection.

Tosha Schore, a dynamic leader and founder of Parenting Boys Peacefully, dives into raising emotionally aware boys. She emphasizes the importance of nurturing emotional intelligence to help boys grow into strong men. The discussion covers overcoming social stereotypes that hinder emotional expression and fosters a safe space for boys to explore their feelings. Tosha highlights the significance of paternal emotional availability, empathy, and open communication in parenting, advocating for an environment where boys can express themselves without fear of judgment.

Brazilian-American journalist and former foreign correspondent Marina Lopes about parenting hacks from around the world. Drawing on her multicultural background and experiences living in various countries Marina explores how different cultures approach parenting, offering practical ideas for American parents.  The Brazilian "birth party" The Chinese tradition of postpartum rest ("sitting the month") The Danish practice of babies sleeping outdoors Swedish parental leave policies Parenting in Mozambique Singapore's reliance on hired help and affordable childcare French universal childcare Giving children real responsibilities and chores Rethinking parental roles and challenging the guilt And so much more Despite exploring parenting practices worldwide, the author and her husband ultimately chose to raise their family in the US to be near their loved ones, emphasizing the importance of "going where the love is" and building community within their chosen location. Get her book: Please Yell at My Kids : What Cultures Around the World Can Teach You About Parenting in Community, Raising Independent Kids, and Not Losing Your Mind New to the podcast? Not sure where to start? Download our free TRAUMA KIT — a curated guide with live links to 10 powerful, handpicked episodes to get you started. Explore how trauma shapes your body, brain, nervous system, and relationships — and discover pathways to healing and transformation. Featuring world-renowned experts like Gabor Maté, Deb Dana, Thema Bryant, Paul Conti, and more. LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services. 

Clinical psychologist, play therapist, podcast host, and author Sheryl Ziegler on why middle childhood (ages 6-12) is a crucial but often overlooked period for developing emotional regulation and capability.   Earlier puberty trends The importance of parents addressing emotional dysregulation  How to manage their own emotions What is the "window of tolerance"? How to practice co-regulation through a calm presence How to teach children emotional literacy and self-regulation skills Get her book: The Crucial Years: The Essential Guide to Mental Health and Modern Puberty in Middle Childhood (Ages 6-12) Listen to her first epsiode:  Mommy Burnout: How To Reclaim Your Life and Raise Healthier Children in The Process New to the podcast? Not sure where to start? Download our free TRAUMA KIT — a curated guide with live links to 10 powerful, handpicked episodes to get you started. Explore how trauma shapes your body, brain, nervous system, and relationships — and discover pathways to healing and transformation. Featuring world-renowned experts like Gabor Maté, Deb Dana, Thema Bryant, Paul Conti, and more. LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services.   

Here are the four episodes published in February: Mothering Challenging Adults Children: Navigating Guilt, Conflict and Change Mastering the Art of Validation: How to Make People Feel Seen and Understood 7Ways to Improve Well-Being, Reduce Stress and Stay Grounded in Difficult Times  The Truth About Menopause: Symptoms, Solutions and Finding the Gifts in Midlife    

Tamsen Fadal on the the journey through perimenopause and menopause and how to shift the narrative around menopause. Forget the outdated and often negative portrayals.  Common misconceptions and fears surrounding perimenopause and menopause The wide range of symptoms, extending far beyond just hot flashes, with Tamson sharing that there can be 34 plus symptoms. Crucial information about hormone therapy and non-hormonal treatment options. The vital role of lifestyle changes. And so much more.  New to the podcast? Not sure where to start? Download our free TRAUMA KIT — a curated guide with live links to 10 powerful, handpicked episodes to get you started. Explore how trauma shapes your body, brain, nervous system, and relationships — and discover pathways to healing and transformation. Featuring world-renowned experts like Gabor Maté, Deb Dana, Thema Bryant, Paul Conti, and more. LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services.   

Are you feeling overwhelmed, or distracted—unable to be fully present? Maybe you’re caught in worry, struggling to rest, or feeling anxious about the state of the world? Do you crave more ease, control peace and balance in your day-to-day life? New to the podcast? Not sure where to start? Download our free TRAUMA KIT — a curated guide with live links to 10 powerful, handpicked episodes to get you started. Explore how trauma shapes your body, brain, nervous system, and relationships — and discover pathways to healing and transformation. Featuring world-renowned experts like Gabor Maté, Deb Dana, Thema Bryant, Paul Conti, and more. LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services. 

How good are you at the skill of validation? What is validation, and what isn’t? What are its benefits, and how do you actually validate someone? What do people often misunderstand about this crucial, life-changing skill—and so much more? Should we validate positive or negative feelings? How do we determine what to validate? How can we calibrate our reactions to match someone’s distress? Simply put, validation shows that you are present, you understand, and you care. Remember, you don’t have to get it right all the time. You can always do a “do-over,” and perfection isn’t necessary. Get her book: Validation: How the Skill Set That Revolutionized Psychology Will Transform Your Relationships, Increase Your Influence, and Change Your Life New to the podcast? Not sure where to start? Download our free TRAUMA KIT — a curated guide with live links to 10 powerful, handpicked episodes to get you started. Explore how trauma shapes your body, brain, nervous system, and relationships — and discover pathways to healing and transformation. Featuring world-renowned experts like Gabor Maté, Deb Dana, Thema Bryant, Paul Conti, and more. LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services.   

Hello and welcome to a special new feature here on the podcast—the monthly recap! We’re trying something a little different, and we hope you’ll find it useful. We know that not everyone has time to listen to every episode, and honestly, I wouldn’t expect you to. Sometimes, just the title isn’t enough to know if an episode is right for you. That’s where this recap comes in! If you're a regular listener and want to join me for a future recap, I’d love to have you! Just reach out and let me know—I’m always looking for new voices to join the conversation. JANUARY EPISODES  Best Parenting Advice from 2024! Stop People Pleasing: How to Value Yourself and Your Needs with Amy Wilson Redefining Success: Finding Joy and Fulfillment in Parenting and Raising Resilient Kids with Laura Gassner Otting Unlocking the Good Life: The Power of Psychological Richness with Lorraine Besser, PhD    

In the aftermath of stress, adversity and trauma people often fall into survival mode and become disconnected from their true authentic self. Dr. Thema Bryant, a president elect of the American Psychological Assosication on how we become disconnected from our self and how to reconnect to it.  In this episode we will unpack some of the internal and external signs of disconnection and offer you some tools to empower you to journey home to yourself.  We also talk about reparenting. A term I dislike, a concept I endorse. Reparenting yourself means recognizing what you lost or what you didn’t get as a child and beginning to give those things to yourself now.  OTHER EPISODES YOU MAY ENJOY  65: finding Authenticity, Meaning and Fulfillment  82: Are You Stuck in The Past?  84: Are You Living an Authentic Life?  90: Childhood Trauma: Reclaiming Your Authentic Self  140: In Search of The True Self 163: How to Make Peace with Your Past and heal Your Life 164: Becoming Your True Authentic Self Unapologetically  165: Breaking Free from Old Stories  SUPPORT THE SHOW Become a patron on Patreon.com Make a one-time donation in any amount to say “Thank you!” Rate or write a review GET IN TOUCH Comments, questions, feedback, and love notes  USA listeners call 732-763-2576 and leave a voicemail. International listeners use the FREE Speak Pipe tool on my website Email: info@authenticparenting.com