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.
183 episodes transcribedHow do we help our kids learn to love learning? Well, guess what: It has nothing to do with success or achievement ... instead, it has everything to d...
We all want to encourage our kids' independence, but what about when safety is a concern? Focus on "family jobs": Your job as a parent is to set bound...
When we hear about our kids being teased, bullied, or left out, it tends to bring up painful memories from our own childhoods. As a result, we often j...
How do you raise your children differently than you were raised? For trauma therapist Kobe and her husband Kyle, this question isn't just about breaki...
If you ever feel like you're just counting down the minutes until your kid's bedtime, join the club. Nothing is wrong with you if you find parenting e...
When our children ask us difficult questions like "What happens when you die?" or "Am I going to die?", we often get stuck about what to do next. Shou...
Did you know that the tool you may be missing in your parenting toolbox is … singing? Don’t worry, no musical training or ability necessary! Music is...
When your child says something like "I just saw a komodo dragon in my room!" or "I drove the bus home from school today!", your first impulse might be...
Every parent we know wants their kids to feel good about their bodies. But here's the tricky thing about body confidence: It has little to do with fee...
When your child's actions and words seem totally out of control, it means they *feel* out of control. In these moments, kids need our help differentia...
If your kid recently started to spit—or do something else that you just want them to stop doing—it’s easy to get into a power struggle. Annoying behav...
Let's be honest, being in a marriage or partnership is hard. And when you're raising young kids together, maintaining a healthy relationship comes wit...
Kids are constantly learning new things—from using the potty to tying their shoes to tackling a math problem—and, as we all know, learning is hard. So...
What do you do when your child pretends to have a gun? First, take a deep breath. There's nothing wrong with your child, and this doesn't mean they wa...
When your child says things like "I only love mommy" or "Go away, I want daddy to give me a bath!", it's easy to feel like you're doing something wron...
When our kids show us a new drawing, score their first soccer goal, or ace a test, we want to celebrate their wins. And when our kids are struggling,...
There's no "appropriate age" to start talking about sensitive topics, like sex or private parts, with kids. When a child asks a question, it means the...
It's hard for kids to share their parents. Siblings can feel like they're competing for the ultimate resource: your love and attention. While we can't...
When our child is kicking or biting someone, our first thought is probably, "How do I protect the other person?!" But here's something to consider: We...
How do we help our children face what feels scary? In this episode, Dr. Becky hears from three parents looking for ways to help their kids work throug...
