1:76 Encore Episodes: Not Taking Our Children...

In this episode, Susan explores how children are increasingly turning to AI chatbots not just for information, but for emotional reassurance — a shift that can quietly replace human connection. Drawing on insights from psychologist Dr. Zak Stein, she explains why real relationshi ...  Show more

In this podcast, Susan explores the quiet, everyday joy that often gets lost in the stress, demands, and constant pressures of parenting—and why these small moments of happiness are essential for both parents and children. Drawing on attachment theory, neuroscience, and Internal ...  Show more

We parents have been taught that our children’s behavior must be corrected through punishments and manipulations, and sadly, this has been accepted as the default mode of parenting. And when compounding other stressors in lives, it becomes so easy to unconsciously fall back on ...

So your toddler keeps whining, crying, and pleading without despite how much you're trying to explain and validate their feelings. No matter what you say, though, they KEEP whining and crying. 😓 It’s exhausting to keep repeating myself but then you feel guilty for ignoring him a ...  Show more

Our child's behaviors can often feel like a mystery and it’s hard to know how to respond when they do confusing things like break toys, get aggressive, not cooperate, or run around in circles all of a sudden. I'm I’m here to help with that! In this week's episode, I'll help demys ...  Show more

Sometimes when our child is having a hard time of course we want to fix things, help

them see the bright side. But things might look arduous and difficult for our children and leaning into those upsets with empathy can help them feel seen, heard and understood. This way ...