Join clinical psychologist and mom of three Dr. Becky Kennedy on her weekly podcast, as she takes on tough parenting questions and delivers actionable guidance—all in short episodes, because we know time is hard to find as a parent. Her breakthrough approach has enabled thousands of people to get more comfortable in discomfort, make repairs after mistakes, and always see the good inside. You'll gain the tools to embody your authority while developing a stronger parent-child connection, helping you become the parent you want to be and helping your child develop the skills necessary for life success.
172 episodes transcribedIf you've lost your cool with your kids and fallen into yelling, threats, timeouts, or other punishments, you’re not alone. This week, Dr. Becky explo...
Every parent wants their kid to be happy and to grow up into a happy adult. But sometimes, a parent's intervention in the short term can lead to their...
This is a repeat of an earlier episode. What happens when you want to do things differently than how you were raised and yet the people who raised you...
If the thought of traveling with your kids is causing you anxiety, then this is the episode for you. This week on the podcast, Dr. Becky sorts out how...
Parenting is hard. It changes us. And it changes our relationships with our partners. And something we could all use more of is compassion - for our k...
One thing that makes parents universally cringe is the thought of raising entitled kids. Exactly no one wants to their sweet little baby to grow up in...
Do your kid's tantrums seem more intense than other kids their age? Do they come on fast and last much longer? No, you're not imagining it. And no, th...
Shame is powerful. And if shame is present with our kids, parents need to jump into action and heed the alarm. Why? Because when parents develop the a...
Sleep. Precious sleep. It's the rare commodity that all parents and kids need more of. And it's a cruel irony that at night, parents and kids have com...
Today, we're releasing a very special episode of 92NY Talks with Dr. Becky and Jonathan Haidt in conversation with Stephanie Ruhle about The Anxious G...
What do you do when you see your kid engaging in a type of friendship pattern that makes you cringe? Or one that reminds you of yourself? Or one that...
Dr. Becky loves to say if you can't say no to a cupcake then you can't say no to TikTok. And parenting in the age of phones and social media can feel...
Everyone in a family unit has a job. As parents, it's our job to hold boundaries with our kids. It's also our job to validate their feelings. And boy...
This is a repeat of an earlier episode. When your kid comes home from school and declares "I'm the worst at math" or "everyone is better at gymnastics...
Do I need to be best friends with my kids' friends parents? What happens when the kids outgrow their friendships, and where does that leave the parent...
When our kids have anxiety, all we want as parents, is to reassure them and protect them. And while these instincts are lovely and well-intentioned, t...
This is a repeat of an earlier episode. Back to school can bring with it a lot of big feelings for your kids and YOU. Whether your toddler is starting...
Holding boundaries with our kids but also with our time as parents is crucial. But boundaries are pointless if they are not communicated. There is pow...
The relationship parents have with their child's caregiver is unlike any other in the world. And it often brings up a lot of feelings. Today, Dr. Beck...
The relationship parents have with their child's caregiver is unlike any other working relationship in the world. It is one of the most important rela...
