Episodes

  • Keeping the Spark in Your Marriage: How Not to Zap the Romance After Parenthood

    Keeping the Spark in Your Marriage: How Not to Zap the Romance After Parenthood
    Feb 9 2025
    Do you struggle to keep the spark in your relationship since becoming a parent? Sometimes the exhaustion and stress of parenthood really zap the romance out of your relationship. But a strong, happy marriage is good for you and good for your kids. So, how can we ensure our love stays strong after parenthood? Marriage and family therapist Dr. Bill Doherty shares tried and true advice on keeping the love alive in this episode of Mom Enough.
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    24 mins
  • Serve and Return: Simple Interactions with Big Results for Babies

    Serve and Return: Simple Interactions with Big Results for Babies
    Jan 18 2025
    You might have heard the phrase "serve and return" as an important way of interacting with a baby or young child. But what does that look like in everyday situations and why is it so central to a young child's longterm development? Dr. Megan Gunnar, professor in the Institute of Child Development at the University of Minnesota, discusses how small things matter to every aspect of a child's learning and wellbeing.
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    30 mins
  • Callous-Unemotional Traits in Young Children: Risk Factors & Promising Interventions

    Callous-Unemotional Traits in Young Children: Risk Factors & Promising Interventions
    Jan 5 2025
    Do you know a young child who shows little empathy or emotional connection with others and maybe doesn't even seem upset upon getting caught for hurting another child? How do you think a child develops these callous - unemotional traits at such an early age? And what can parents and other caring adults do to help this child develop kindness and compassion toward others? Tune in as Dr. Nick Wagner talks about research he is leading on this important and challenging issue.
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    43 mins
  • Raising Generous Children: A Pathway to Purpose & Happiness

    Raising Generous Children: A Pathway to Purpose & Happiness
    Dec 21 2024
    Many of us, both adults and young people, report feeling worn down and powerless in the face of the conflict, tragedy and heartache that are so prevalent in our communities and the world today. So, what can we do to feel more engaged in creating solutions? Michael Thatcher, CEO of the nonprofit Charity Navigator, brings a message of hope and empowerment about how giving to others – of time, talent and/or treasure – becomes a lasting gift to ourselves and our children.
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    30 mins
  • Your Stone Age Brain in the Screen Age: Dr. Richard Cytowic on Digital Distraction

    Your Stone Age Brain in the Screen Age: Dr. Richard Cytowic on Digital Distraction
    Nov 30 2024
    Most of us spend hours a day looking at screens. But how often do we consider the effects of all this screen time on our brains? Dr. Richard Cytowic discusses the science of how our brains are affected by digital overload. He highlights screen time’s effect on focus, cognition, and emotional health, and offers practical advice for managing digital distraction. Tune in to learn how to protect your brain and your health from the constant pull of digital devices and find balance in the screen age.
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    30 mins
  • Mind-Body Skills for Moms & Kids: Simple Strategies & the Science Behind Them

    Mind-Body Skills for Moms & Kids: Simple Strategies & the Science Behind Them
    Nov 16 2024
    Mom Enough Co-Host Dr. Erin Erickson discusses mind-body skills, simple strategies to use them, and the science behind them in this episode. Parenting can be stressful, but simple techniques like breathing and mindfulness can support your own wellbeing while also setting a positive example for your kids. And, it's easy to teach your children these skills at any age, giving them valuable tools for living a calm, happy, and fulfilling life. Tune in to learn more about the skils & the science!
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  • Reflective Parenting: How Personal History and Cultural Stereotypes Shape Us

    Reflective Parenting: How Personal History and Cultural Stereotypes Shape Us
    Nov 4 2024
    What lessons have you learned from your parents that shape your own parenting today? Tune in to this interview with Andre Dukes, Vice President Family & Community Impact at the Northside Achievement Zone. With over 20 years of experience supporting Black fathers, Andre discusses how early parenting lessons and societal expectations influence our roles. He emphasizes the value of "little moments" in strengthening relationships with our children and invites listeners to reflect on their own parenting journeys.
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  • Navigating Conflict: Strategies for Stronger Parent-Teen Relationships

    Navigating Conflict: Strategies for Stronger Parent-Teen Relationships
    Oct 19 2024
    When navigating conflicts with teens, parents often feel unsure of how to connect. In this episode, conflict resolution expert (and trained hostage negotiator) Karleen Savage outlines essential skills for navigating conflict: curiosity, attitude, master listening, connection, and reframing. She explains how approaching disagreements with curiosity can lead to deeper understanding, while a supportive and empathetic attitude sets the tone for productive dialogue. By mastering listening and making connections, parents can turn conflicts into opportunities for growth. Tune in to discover how to strengthen your parent-teen relationship through these powerful and practical conflict resolution skills.
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