Aliza Pressman

Raising Good Humans

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As a parent, do you ever wish someone could just whisper some realistic and trustworthy support in your ear? And not make you feel awful for not having all the answers? Well, that's what I'm here for. I'm Dr. Aliza Pressman, developmental psychologist, NYT bestselling author of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans , Associate Clinical Professor, and Co-Founder of the Mount Sinai Parenting Center. And I'm a mom... trying to raise good humans myself, so I'm in this with you! In each episode, we'll go deep (but brief) with both experts and parents to shar...

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Ep 42: Dr. Suniya Luthar - The kids are actually alright…how is mom? 08.05.2020 30:59

Resilience researcher Dr. Suniya Luthar in a conversation about resilience in the context of adversity, supporting maternal well being and how kids are doing right now. This episode is brought to you by HealthyNest Show notes: Professor Suniya Luthar’s article in Psychology Today on how to create groups of support for moms: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/privileged-pressured/202004/st...

Ep 41: How to build resilience in Kids 01.05.2020 28:27

Dr. Aliza Pressman defines resilience and talks through ways parents can help their kids build the skill necessary to thrive in challenging and adverse experiences. Presented by https://healthynesting.com/ Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

Ep 40: How to get those babies talking! 24.04.2020 30:31

Dr. Aliza speaks with professor and best selling author Dr. Kathy Hirsh- Pasek about how infants and toddlers learn language and what parents can do to get them talking! Take a look at the show notes for the episode from her work on the Netflix documentary "Babies". Presented by https://healthynesting.com/ SHOW NOTES LINKS: Babies | First Words | FULL EPISODE | Netflix https://www.youtube.com/...

Ep 39: Tools for helping kids with anxiety, ADHD, and other challenges get through quarantine; Helping children cope with loss and grief. 17.04.2020 34:03

Dr. Aliza speaks with a developmental pediatrician about best tools for families during this time and the unique challenges for kids with anxiety, adhd and other special needs. This episode also goes through ways to help kids cope with loss and grief, both collective grief all of society is experiencing and personal loss and grief that some kids may experience at any time if they lose a loved one...

Ep 38: How Humans Form Memories to Live Adaptively 10.04.2020 27:29

Speaking with neuroscientist, Professor Andre Fenton about how memories form, what we think happens during sleep, and what you can do to support forming the kinds of memories that will help you live more adaptively based on your experiences. Plus listener Q and A with Dr. Aliza. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.c...

Ep 37: The Power of Discord with renowned developmental psychologist Edward Tronick, PhD 03.04.2020 34:18

How the experience of connection and discord and back to connection shape healthy relationships, with renowned developmental psychologist, Edward Tronick, PhD Visit www.gomacro.com with code: Humans for 30% off your order, plus Free Shipping Show notes Pre order a copy of Dr. Tronick’s new book, https://www.amazon.com/Power-Discord-Relationships-Building-Resilience/dp/0316488879/ref=nodl_ Pr...

Ep 36: Tips for Health Care Providers, Hospital Staff and Their Co-Parents During COVID-19 01.04.2020 26:08

Dr. Aliza Pressman and Mariel Benjamin, LCSW from The Mount Sinai Parenting Center answer questions from health care providers and staff on the front lines to help support their parenting curing COVID-19 This will also be relevant for any essential workers taking care of all of us during this crisis. Thank you for your service. Resources for parenting during COVID-19: Mount Sinai Parenting Ce...

Ep 35: Growing Pains: How Humans Grow and What That Means for Behavior 27.03.2020 38:14

Those pediatric growth curves are kind of misleading! Babies don’t grow a little each day, Professor Michelle Lampl discovered that humans don’t grow continuously but in spurts at key moments in their development. She also studied babies’ behavior during growth spurts and realized that changes in mood, appetite and sleep patterns coincide with growth spurts from infancy through adolescence. Bomba...

Ep 34: What to do with little ones when you can't go anywhere or buy anything (and even when you can!) 20.03.2020 45:19

Dr. Aliza talks with early childhood educator Lisa Zaretsky, M.Ed, founder of PlayAgain, about using repurposed materials, household items and expanding book reading. This is particularly helpful for those staying at home. Plus listener q and a. show notes lisa's instagram: @playagainreads, https://www.roseandrex.com/products/everyday-play-deck Vistaprint.com with code Humans for Free Shippi...

Ep 33: The New Coronavirus and Kids: an Immunologist, a Pediatrician and a Psychologist weigh in. 13.03.2020 54:59

We are talking about the new Coronavirus from the different perspectives of immunology, pediatrics and mental health. GoMacro.com with code HUMANS for 30% off plus FREE SHIPPING OseaMalibu.com/GoodHumans for $10 off your first purchase of $50 or more, Free shipping for US orders of $75+, and free samples with every order! Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C...

Ep 32: Real time Q and A with mom of 3 young boys and founder of This Is About Humanity, Zoe Winkler Reinis. 06.03.2020 51:36

Dr. Aliza talks through parenting challenges and concerns with mother of three boys. Talking through throwing up for attention, car seats tantrums, anxiety and temperament. LittleJamesClothing.com with code RGH20 for 20% off your order! Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more a...

Ep 31: How to talk to kids about race, gender and other taboo topics 28.02.2020 46:28

Dr Aliza learns about teaching tolerance with educator Liz Kleinrock Bombas.com/HUMANS for 20% off your first purchase GoMacro.com with Promo Code HUMANS for 30% off plus free shipping for a limited time LittleJamesClothing.com with Promo Code RGH20 for 20% off your order Show notes IG @teachandtransform Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californ...

Ep 30: Anxiety and Children: what it looks like, how to respond and when to worry 21.02.2020 1:01:17

Dr. Meena Dasari, renowned Clinical Pychologist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy and Assistant Professor at NYU School of Medicine, speaks with Dr. Aliza about kids and anxiety. To find support Www.adaa.org Www.abct.org Activities for kids: Www.gozen.com Workbooks: Ad·www.amazon.com/What to do when you worry too much | Amazon Official Site Amazon.com › What-When-Mistak...What...

Ep 29: What to think about before we post and talk about our kids online with law Professor Leah Plunkett 14.02.2020 33:22

We spend time making sure our children know about digital safety while sometimes forgetting to check on our own behavior. Law Professor Leah Plunkett shares helpful guidelines and insight into our own digital safety and how to make the informed decisions before we post. Plus Dr. Aliza answers listener questions. Go Macro: Promo Code HUMANS for 30% and Free Shipping for a limited time Produced by...

Ep 28: Rewiring your brain through mindfulness and self compassion can change how you parent with Dr. Shauna Shapiro 07.02.2020 55:16

Author, Clinical Psychologist and world renowned mindfulness Dr. Shauna Shapiro talks about the golden nuggets from her new book, Good Morning I Love You: mindfulness + self compassion. Practices to to rewire your brain for calm, clarity + joy. Shauna’s new book now number one on amazon in Mindfulness: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Morning-Love-You-Self-Compassion/dp/1683643437/ref=nodl_ HelloNoemi...

Ep 27: Puberty: Continuing the conversation about talking with boys 31.01.2020 53:11

Keeping a kid healthy during and through puberty is about keeping a child informed and prepared. Kids are ready before parents are ready so today we get prepared for these conversations with pediatrician and New York Times best selling author Dr. Cara Natterson . Show notes: Books by Cara Natterson, MD https://www.amazon.com/Decoding-Boys-Science-Behind-Raising/dp/1984819038/ref=nodl_ https...

Ep 26: Raising children with special needs with Priscilla Gilman, author of The Anti Romantic Child: A Story of Unexpected Joy. 24.01.2020 58:55

As a college professor turned advocate and educator, Priscilla Gilman gives a personal and inspiring account of her experience raising a special needs child, with practical and thoughtful takeaways for parents of all kinds of children. Links: The Anti Romantic Child https://www.amazon.com/Anti-Romantic-Child-Story-Unexpected-Joy-ebook/dp/B004JN1D64/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+anti+romantic+child&qi...

Ep 25: Boys and sex (and porn…and masturbation…) with Peggy Orenstein 17.01.2020 48:08

A conversation with NY Times bestselling author Peggy Orenstein about boys, sex, porn, masturbation and coming of age in the era of #metoo Visit hellonoemie.com/humans for $50 off your first order! Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...

Ep 24: Dr. Dan Siegel and the most powerful influence on your child’s developing brain. 10.01.2020 1:06:53

Dr. Dan Siegel talks with Dr. Aliza about attachment strategies and his new book “The Power of Showing Up: how parental presence shapes who our kids become and how their brains get wired. PolicyGenius.com to find your best price on insurance Show note links: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Showing-Up-Parental-Presence/dp/1524797715/ref=nodl_ Www.drdansiegel.com Produced by Dear Media See Privacy P...

Ep 23: Lying in Early Childhood 20.12.2019 29:35

Professor Gail Heyman talks with Dr. Aliza about how children learn to lie. Plus, listener Q and A. Four Sigmatic for 15% off your order Find your ideal insurance at Policy Genius Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...

Ep 22: Listener Q and A with Dr. Aliza 13.12.2019 29:12

Dr. Aliza answers listener questions about perfectionism, being a "sore loser", pacifiers, grandparents and more. https://www.foursigmatic.com/humans for 15% off your order https://www. Vistaprint.com Promo Code: HUMANS for up to 50% off your purchase (offer expires Jan 5th) Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p...

Ep 21: Siblings: Rivalry, fairness, new sibling, and taking sides, with Dr. Joshua Sparrow 06.12.2019 59:17

A conversation about all things siblings with Dr. Joshua Sparrow of Brazelton Touchpoints Center, Harvard Medical School and Boston Children’s Hospital https://www. Vistaprint.com Promo Code: HUMANS for up to 50% off your purchase (offer expires Jan 5th) https://www. Rothys.com/humans in time for the holidays Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California...

Ep 20: Drew Barrymore and Dr Aliza Pressman and the holiday episode: is Santa real, weird elf on the shelf issues, making meaningful traditions, and holiday feelings. 29.11.2019 45:46

Drew Barrymore thinks about the holidays, the pressure and the meaning. Also we are tackling some of the inevitable questions that come up during the holiday season, from making meaning, underplaying materialism, enjoying rituals, and what to say to our children about Santa. https://www.vistaprint.com Promo Code: Humans50 Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C...

Ep 19: Husband and Wife (and parents of 3), Mark Feuerstein and Dana Klein having a “Session”. 22.11.2019 45:19

Actor Mark Feuerstein and writer Dana Klein bring up parenting questions from toddler hair pulling to tween anxiety and trashy tv. https://www.foursigmatic.com/humans for 15% off your order! Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

Ep 18: Parenting is not Paint by numbers: Boundaries and Discipline with Dr. Joshua Sparrow 15.11.2019 45:12

A conversation about the importance of discipline in the context of a loving parent-child relationship and practical applications from listener q and a. Dr. Joshua Sparrow is a child and adolescent psychiatrist, Executive Director of The Brazelton Institute at Boston Children’s Hospital, Associate Professor at Harvard School of Medicine, and author of many beautiful books on child development. ...