Securely Attached

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about...   - What does it mean to be "nesting" during a divorce?   - What types of logistical and emotional factors to consider to help you determine if this is a good choice for your family.   - What are the pros and cons of nesting for kids (and for you!)   - How to help kids feel secure...

Sibling relationships are some of the longest-lasting and most influential relationships in our lives, but they're also filled with complexity. Dr. Jonathan Caspi, a renowned expert on sibling relationships, is breaking down the fascinating science behind sibling dynamics and sharing actionable advice for parents.   In this episode we explore:   - The surprising science behind why if you give two...

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about...   - What is developmentally typical for 2-year-olds when it comes to manners and patience?   - Understanding impulse control, joint attention, and attunement - and how to use these 3 things to help you know how to respond to your child when they are demanding your attention.   - Wh...

What role do early attachment relationships play in shaping who we become? In this episode, Dr. Alan Sroufe, a pioneering researcher in attachment, shares decades of insights from his groundbreaking longitudinal study. Together we explore: - How Dr. Sroufe's research answered the question: Do early experiences leave a lasting legacy? - Why resilience isn't just about thriving in the face of advers...

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about...   - It can be tricky to maintain relationships when you're in different stages of life from your friends and it's common for some to atrophy after you become a parent.    - Unpacking all the feelings you may have about this: fear, guilt, grief, and more!   - Practical strategies for cre...

Discover how maternal mental health care is evolving and why specialized support is critical for mothers with Paige Bellenbaum, LCSW, PMH-C and Rebecca Geshuri, LMFT, PMH-C.   In this episode we explore:   - What dyadic work is and how this can be especially beneficial for mothers and birthing people for developing a bond with their child.   - How Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy can support...

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about...   - How to best approach daycare transitions and is there a right or a wrong answer to this question?    - The most important questions to ask yourself to determine which of these scenarios will be easiest for your unique child.   - Is it better to have a single, potentially steeper tra...

Neha Ruch is sharing strategies for embracing flexibility as you balance, shift, and grow in both your career and parenthood.   In this episode we explore:   - How to redefine what "career" means to you at this stage of life and navigate the evolving roles of being a working or stay-at-home parent.   - Why downshifting your career can be a valuable smaller step if you're not ready to take a full p...

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about...   - Unpacking your own feelings about swearing (or any undesirable behaviors) your child is engaging in.   - How to teach your child to attune to their environment and know when and where certain behaviors are appropriate and when and where they are not.   - Zooming out to identify what...

A deep dive on combating parental burnout to start off 2025 with more balance.   In this episode I dive deep into…   - Understanding what parental burnout actually is and how it is different from regular "stress" in parenthood?   - The pros and cons of the rise of the "Parenting Industrial Complex."   - The output/input formula that will inevitably lead to depletion, and why parents of sensitive c...

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about...   - Translating the question: I don't want a sibling may actually just mean, "I miss you."   - Zooming back to assess the environmental factors that may be taxing your child, especially when there are a lot of transitions and changes going on.   - How to change t...

Discover how to use the power of play to strengthen your child's emotional regulation and foster meaningful connection, with Dr. Abbré McClain and Dr. Jacqueline Salazar.   In this episode, we explore:   - How play and relationships can be foundational elements for teaching kids emotional regulation skills.   - Why coregulation doesn't have to be so serious and can be employed through play and pla...

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about...   - Breaking down the different strategies you'd use with kids whether this is a single one-off big fight, or if conflict is more prevalent in your home.   - What a conversation with your child might sound like and how to adapt it to be most authentic to you.   - Specific things to...

Discover the impacts of EdTech in schools and how parents can advocate for their children's education with technology attorney Andy Liddell   - What EdTech is and how technology like iPads and Chromebooks are being integrated into classrooms.   - The hidden dangers of screens on the learning experience, what is at risk when hands-on learning is replaced by more passive educational experiences, and...

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about...     - Bullying is often an expression of pain, so leading with compassion for your child is often your best entry point.   - How to readjust your goal, rather than just trying to shut down your child's behaviors, for a higher likelihood of getting through to them...

Motherhood comes with immense challenges, but when mothers come together, they can spark transformative change. In this inspiring episode, Erin Erenberg, founder of Totum Women and co-founder of the Chamber of Mothers, shares her journey becoming a powerful advocate for maternal rights.   In this episode, we explore:   - Erin's personal and professional journey that inspired her to empower and sup...

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about...   - Dysregulation isn't just a result of negative emotions, kids can also become dysregulated from positive emotions too.   - Embracing your child's excitement before you help them start to down-regulate can be a more successful (and fun) strategy.   - Specific s...

Joining me today is Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown to share the science behind why sleep is so essential, how to adapt sleep strategies for those with neurodiverse brains, and practical tips for tackling common sleep challenges.   In this episode, we explore:   - The science of why sleep is so important and foundational for children (spoiler: it's tied to growth, brain development, immune system regulati...

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about...   - A quick breakdown of Baumrind's 4 parenting styles: Authoritative, Authoritarian, Permissive, and Neglectful. If you want to learn more, check out  episode 39 where we dive deeper into parenting styles.   - How to use "high love and high limits" as your compass for helping you...

Pediatrician Dr. Caity Gilman is here to shed light on the facts surrounding vaccines and address common concerns and questions she hears most often from parents in her practice, like:   - Does the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine cause autism? (Spoiler: No, vaccines do not cause autism.)   - Do I need to vaccinate my child based on my pediatrician's suggested schedule?   - What are the ri...

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about...     - How to incorporate the parenting knowledge you've acquired without losing sight of your own gut instincts.    - Understanding what your job as a parent is when your child feels thwarted (and why making them stop yelling might not be your true end goal)   -...

Kim Mishkin is here to shed light on Project-Based Learning, an education model that encourages kids to explore, problem-solve, and collaborate in ways that tap into their natural curiosity and interests.   In this episode we explore:   - What Project-Based Learning (PBL) is and how it differs from the standard American education model.   - The origins of the PBL model and what current research re...

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about...     - Is it developmentally appropriate for my 3-year-old to start to mimic their friends' behaviors?   - How to approach differences when our kid's friends or our family friends have different rules and limits than we do.   - A conversation you can have with your child after they...

Let's revisit the foundation of raising securely attached kids! I'm bringing back one of my first ever episodes to help parents understand the basics of how a secure attachment bond impacts children's resilience, confidence, and overall well-being.   Tune in to hear:   - What secure attachment is and how it plays a key role in nurturing a child's confidence, curiosity, and ability to handle life's...

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about...     - Unpacking what you consider to be a "chore" versus what is just an expectation of your child as a member of the household.   - How do you teach your child to do chores (and why you may need to remind them to do it over and over and over again!)   - At what age is it appropriate to...