Playground Talks

What is more effective: child-led or parent-led potty training? Is there a difference between potty training during the day and at night? What occurs in a child's brain during the potty training process?  What causes bed night wetting?  Join us as we discuss bedwetting issues with Dr. Steve Hodges, a leading authority on childhood toileting issues.  Dr. Steve Hodges, a Professor of Pediatric...

Why is it important to set boundaries for your child's perspective? What happens to you, the parent, when you do not set boundaries? How do consistent boundaries foster respect and empathy within the family dynamic? This episode delves into why boundaries matter from the perspectives of children, parents, and families.  It emphasizes the benefits of expressing clear expectations of needs and...

Many parents look forward to spending quality time with their families as the holiday season approaches.  However, routine disruptions, pressure to meet extended family members, and the challenges of traveling with kids can also cause frustration and stress. This episode explores four crucial questions to consider before the holidays to ensure a mentally and technically prepared mindset and expect...

How early can you start preparing your kid to learn? How can you foster an internal motivation for studying? What are the 4 signs that a child may be struggling academically? What does print awareness mean? Tune in to  Dr. Marisel Schweitzer and me, as we delve into how to foster learning skills and curiosoty from an early age. Dr. Marisel Schweitzer is a parenting educator with 22 years of experi...

As the hostage crisis  is happening in Israel, we had this important conversation with Dr. Emily Bashah, where we discussed: What is extremism?  How does extremism relate to one’s sense of agency? How can you foster your children’s sense of agency? 5 ways to Prevent Extremism from Childhood Dr. Bashah is the author of the book " Additive Ideologies " and a licensed psychologist with a pr...

As the Hostages Crisis is happening in Israel, Psychologist Dr. Emily Bashah and I had this important conversation where we discussed : How can a parent implement the idea of restorative justice versus retributive justice as they handle sibling fights?  Is the American citizens (children) immune to extremism?  How to speak with your kids about tragedies happening in the world?  Dr. Bashah is the a...

Many times I hear parents wanting to spark that internal motivation in their children to learn, acquire new skills, and be kind. But how do you do this? In this episode, you will learn what is intrinsic motivation, is external motivation bad? and how to support your children's internal motivation and how early you can do this. Additional relevant episodes : #36 Beyond Sticker Charts; How to W...

Why using external motivators are necessary for a child's development? How to create a reward system that is effective and fair? 7  non-materialistic reward ideas Today we discuss how to use external rewards to motivate your child to follow your directions, comply with certain routines, and develop good behaviors. We will cover the different types of external reward systems and address the co...

At what age should the concept of consequences be introduced? How to use the "Budget Principle" as a consequence? What are logical vs natural consequences? What are the 5 key elements for effective consequences? This episode covers one of the most important tools you can have as a parent, and I know you might confuse punishment with consequences, so, tune in and understand the difference...

Empowering Your Child with Limits and Love is easier said than done. So where to start? How to do it? Today, we're diving into the important topic of setting boundaries for kids. Boundaries are crucial for your kid's development, teaching them appropriate behavior, respect, and healthy routines. So Let's explore some key elements for effective boundary-setting and examples that will...

Can you imagine your family free from power struggles? How can you tell if you are being caught in a power struggle or if you genuinely setting boundaries? This episode delves into the topic of creating a power struggle-free zone in your home.  You will hear about three common areas of conflict between kids and parents: food, getting to shower, and screen time. Those examples will help you to unde...

So what do lions, and lambs have to do with parenting style? How that parenting style affects children? And how is that all relate to boundaries?  Inspired by the book "Raising Lions" by Joe Newman, in this episode of the Playground Talks podcast, you will explore the different parenting styles (permissive, authoritative, and authoritarian) and the delicate balance between child autonomy...

It's not enough to set boundaries because there is a lot of impact on how your boundaries are perceived by the people around you, including your kids. So what are the 3 types of communication styles and how would your message sound different when you change the way you deliver it?  Tune in and tell me if it's intriguing something for you HERE . Related episodes: #26 Time Boundaries For P...

This episode is not only for kids, but it is also for us, the adults that sometimes unintentionally cross those intellectual boundaries between us... So tune in and understand what are intellectual boundaries, how to set them, and how to coach your child to respond when it's being violated. Relevant episodes: #26 Time Boundaries For Parents And Kids #27 Sharing is caring! Is that so?? What do...

This episode  covers : What falls under Physical Boundaries? One private space? Your child's body needs?  What is your aunty's demand for a kiss from your child on Christmas? How do models consent to your kiddos? How to respond when your child wants to eat right when it's bedtime?? Episodes mentioned: #11 What's Sex Education For Young Children? With Ruth Dollinger #23 "He...

Have you ever heard a caregiver saying: "Don't be so dramatic!"  "You  are too sensitive!" "It’s just a scratch, don't make a big deal of it" So this is actually dismissive of one feeling, and in this episode, I talked about what do healthy boundaries look like. and what are parents' roles when it comes to emotional boundaries?  So join me for this impo...

This episode  covers : What does a healthy material boundary look like? How to prepare your kids for sharing toys before the playdate? What's your material boundary (do you have to buy everything for your child?  Do you must share your belongings (let's say, smartphone) with your kids? What does material boundary violation look like? Some food for thought: To whom do you feel comfortable...

This episode  covers : What are boundaries? Specifically, what do time boundaries actually mean? What are some specific examples you can set time boundaries for yourself and for your kids? Some food for thought: How much time do you need for yourself?  How much time do you want to spend with your kids? How do you encourage your kids to set time boundaries? Before you mentor your kids around time b...

How can you shape your kid's perspective with your everyday stories?  How storytelling and drama therapy can serve you as a parent?  In this special episode, I was talking to Donna Griffit . Donna is a corporate storyteller, who has worked globally for over 18 years with Fortune 500 companies, Start-Ups, and investors in a wide variety of industries. She has consulted and trained clients in o...

How is it to be a foreign-born parent in the US? What are nowadays parenting challenges?  In this special episode, Nurzhan  Sterbenz , a mom of a twin and the host of the "Foreign-Born Mama" podcast and I talked about different parenting styles, Nurzhan shared her childhood experiences growing up in  Kyrgyzstan (Central Asia) and I shared my perspective around setting boundaries and why...

What is Ultra-processed food and how it’s affecting your child's body? How much of the US population has a nutrition deficiency (according to the CDC)? Is it recommended to supplement your kid? What a balanced meal should look like?  Karin Adoni Ben-David is a highly sought-after Certified Nutritionist and Health Coach specializing in healthy lifestyles, emotional eating, and sugar detox. Aft...

What’s the difference between speech and language? What are the milestones for kids ages zero to eight? Why is it important to address speech and language concerns? What could be some signs indicating a child might benefit from speech and language therapy?  Lenora Edwards is a ASHA Board Certified Speech Language Pathologist and Chief Knowledge Officer with Better Speech. Since obtaining her CCC’s...

H ow does excessive screen time affect children's brains and development? How many hours are recommended for a kid to be on screen? What are the five ways to prevent tech tantrums and develop healthy screen habits? Jennifer Strube Bochsler, LMFT,  is co-founder of TechWiseLittles , an online community for nature-rich and screen-light parents. As an educator and licensed family therapist, she’...

Did you ever think of taking your kid to chiropractic due to developmental delays? So what's chiropractic has to do with the brain and child development? How does a child's nervous system work? How chiropractic can help your kid? Dr. Rosen is an expert in pediatric chiropractic.  For over 40 years he has maintained a private practice and has traveled nationally and internationally teachi...

What's the earliest a kid starts to show a meltdown? Is there any difference between meltdowns and tantrums? Will you handle meltdowns differently at your house vs in public? What are the strategies you can use to Prevent meltdowns from happening?  Dr. Avirett is a Licensed Psychologist.  For the last decade, she has worked with children and young adults across the southwest for counseling an...