Parenting the Whole Child

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This episode highlights the power of parenting through connection and community. Featuring WishWell founder Verenice Hernandez-Herrera, we dive into practical ways families can build support systems, strengthen mental health, and foster meaningful connections at home and beyond.  Book of the Month: The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind by Da...

This episode explores the emotional heartbeat of military family life—from long deployments and solo parenting to building a village far from home. Our guests open up about raising young children through repeated separations, navigating reintegration, leaning on ombudsmen and military resources, and finding support in the community. Together we unpack the unspoken realities, the resilience it take...

This episode dives into the realities of fostering and adoption—what it takes to begin, how to navigate challenges, and how to create lasting belonging. Hear one mother’s inspiring journey and gain insights and encouragement for your own path. Book of the Month: The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind by Daniel Siegal and Tina Bryson in Englis...

In this episode, we explore what it means to care across generations, "The Sandwich Generation," balancing family, distance, and the emotional weight of caregiving. Maryam shares her story of supporting aging parents from afar, reflecting on guilt, resilience, and the power of collective caregiving. Together, we discuss self-compassion, community care, and how we can redefine what it mea...

In this heartfelt episode, Jodie opens up about navigating grief, parenting through loss, and finding grace in the midst of pain. She shares how faith, community, and cultural traditions have guided her healing journey—and reminds us why compassion and understanding are essential when supporting those who grieve. Book of the Month: The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your...

Today’s conversation is all about the beautifully complex, emotional, and often misunderstood journey of raising twins. We’re joined by parents who’ve navigated everything from surprise pregnancies and identity struggles to bedtime chaos and double the love. Whether you're a twin parent, a twin yourself, or just curious—this episode is packed with honesty, humor, and heart. Book of the Month:...

In this extended bonus episode, we continue the heartfelt conversation with grandparents who courageously share their journeys of raising their grandchildren—navigating court challenges, financial hardships, and fractured family ties—while offering unwavering love, stability, and hope. Their stories shine a light on resilience, sacrifice, and the profound importance of keeping families together. B...

Today's guests are Grandparents who share their powerful journeys of raising their grandchildren —navigating courts, financial struggles, and fractured family ties —while offering love, stability, and hope. Their stories highlight resilience, sacrifice, and the importance of keeping families together. Book of the Month: The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child&#...

On this episode of Parenting the Whole Child , Jennie shares how parents can nurture their child’s academic and social-emotional development by asking the kinds of open-ended, curiosity-driven questions that turn everyday moments into opportunities for play, discovery, and higher-level thinking. Book of the Month: The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developin...

Introducing the start of Season 2 ! Felicia, Janelle, and Belle share where they are on their journeys and updates on life. Book of the Month: The Conscious Parent: Transforming Ourselves, Empowering Our Children by Dr. Shefali Tsabary in English or Spanish! Resource of the Month: Our resource for this month is Edutopia’s Back-to-School Resources for Parents where you can find information on easin...

We collected all your questions throughout the season and discussed it in our final episode for Season 1 with our very own Director Melissa Spadin. Tune in to hear about our best parenting advice, parenting teens, parenting with grief, and be a supportive community. Book of the Month: The Conscious Parent: Transforming Ourselves, Empowering Our Children by Dr. Shefali Tsabary in English or Spanish...

In this episode, expert Coach AJ from Brightline discusses the importance of understanding neurodiversity and how it can help parents/caregivers better support and celebrate their neurodivergent children. We explore key strategies for emotional regulation, advocacy, and self-care, offering practical insights for families navigating ADHD and other neurodivergent experiences. Book of the Month: The...

This episode explores the immigrant experience, featuring personal stories of resilience, cultural identity, and acculturation. Dr. Rhonda Beasley and Dr. Belle Tan shares their journeys to the U.S., the challenges they faced, and the strengths immigrant families bring, offering insights and advice for parents/caregivers navigating this transition with their children. Book of the Month: Alma and H...

We have Transformational Leader, Author, TEDx Speaker and Edupreneur Meena Srinivasan as our guest this month and Janelle, Belle, and Felicia did not know that this was what they needed to remind ourselves to pause, breathe deeply, and connect our hearts and mind. This is an episode you do not want to miss. We know you will save it and replay it over and over again! Book of the Month: Fierce Compa...

This month, Marcus Jackson and Jen Vermillion generously share their time and expertise, guiding us in exploring each child’s unique strengths and needs when navigating sibling rivalry. Book of the Month: Raising Connected, Capable, and Compassionate Adolescents by Dr. Lisa Damour the psychiatrist behind Inside Out 2. Resource of the Month: Free Mental Health Webinar Series for Parents and Caregiv...

In this episode, we learn from Coach Brando from Brightlife Kids about supporting our teens. We hope you enjoy this episode as we enjoyed learning from Coach Brando.  To ensure our podcast remains relevant and engaging, we'd love to hear from you. Specifically, we invite you to share: Your best parenting strategies Any parenting questions you have Connections or insights related to the topics we'v...

In this episode, we explore effective parenting strategies, how to find quality care, and step into the topic of postpartum depression. We hope you gain valuable insights from this discussion focused on Early Childhood Development To ensure our podcast remains relevant and engaging, we'd love to hear from you. Specifically, we invite you to share: Your best parenting strategies Any parenting quest...

In this episode, we have the pleasure of hearing from Janelle's daughter, Genevieve, and Felicia's daughter, Temple, as they share how they cultivate healthy relationships with their emotions. Through the guidance and example set by their parents, they’ve learned to embrace their feelings and understand that it's okay to make mistakes knowing that their parents are always home base. We hope you en...

Our special guest this week is Anthony Ceja. Join the four of us as we go deep and discuss navigating blended, co-parenting, biological, and single parenting journeys.  Anthony Ceja’s Biography Living Arrangements of Children: 2019   This month’s giveaway: The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind by  Dr. Daniel J. Siegel in English or Spanish....

Introducing Parenting the Whole Child podcast with Janelle Lopez, Dr. Belle Tan, and Dr. Felicia Singleton. Join us as we journey through parenting together! In this episode, Janelle, Belle and Felicia answer these four questions: What made you the parent you are today? What’s your favorite memory from your own childhood? What are you the most proud of your kids? What is a parenting move you thoug...