That's Good Parenting: Expert Tips to Reduce Parenting Stress

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, "How Susan Koehler Hooks Readers and Makes History Exciting with Charlie's Song" as veteran teacher, lifetime literary enthusiast, and middle grade author , Susan Koehler joins Dori Durbin! What if kids could see history as being entertaining and fun? Discover how Susan masterfully integrates history into an entertaining middle grade...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, " Why Dinos Don't Have to Eat Dinos: Life Lessons with Jason Singleton and 'Dino Mike'' " as Dad, Fine Dining Server, and Author , Jason Singleton joins Dori Durbin!  What if a dinosaur developed a moral objection to eating other dinosaurs?  That's the imaginative question author Jason Singleton posed to himself an...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, " How Teens Can Journey to the Stone Age: Teen Fiction with Brian Hayden " as Professor of Archaeology/Archaeologist and Teen Author , Brian Hayden joins Dori Durbin!  What inspires an archaeologist to write a book for kids? Brian Hayden shares information about stone age societies, busts myths, and shares his novel "The Eyes of the L...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, "How We Can End Generational Trauma Recovery for Our Kids: Sandra Cooze's Expert Insights" as Expert Trauma Healer, Cert. Traumatic Incident Reduction Facilitator, Intuitive Coach and Mentor, Reiki Master/Teacher, and Published Author , Sandra Cooze joins Dori Durbin!  What happens when a kids experience trauma?  In this episode, trau...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, " Why Every Child Sparkles: Aditi Wardhan Singh's Mission" as Teacher/ Writing Coach/ Choreographer , Aditi Wardhan Singh joins Dori Durbin!  How can books raise cultural awareness and acceptance in kids? Children's book author Aditi Wardhan Singh shares her mission to fill holes in diversity through books and storytelling. Hear...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, " How Math Doesn't Have to Be a Nightmare: 'Make it a Game!' with Betsy Mays" as Math teacher/math curriculum and instruction specialist (and a mom on a mission to make learning math fun for the whole family), Betsy Mays joins Dori Durbin!  Do you or your child dread math time? Games are the secret for making math exciting!...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, "How You Can Avoid Unintentional Trauma by Utilizing Relational Parenting with Jennifer Hayes"  as Parent Coach Jennifer Hayes joins Dori Durbin!  If you're a parent, you may have said something you wished you hadn't.  Learn how unintentional emotional trauma happens and how to avoid it. Discover age-appropriate responses, recogn...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, "How Your Baby Can Go From Binky to Blooming: Strategies for Baby Brain Development with Michelle Mintz" as Early Development Expert Michelle Mintz joins Dori Durbin. Michelle shares: All about Binkies Why write a Binky Book? "All Done, Binky!" book read by Michelle Caregiver Coaching: Gma, Nannies, and More SEL skills, COVID, an...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, "Why Kids CAN Do Hard Things: Help Inspire Your Kids to Achieve More with Jared Styan" as Fundraising Coordinator Jared Styan joins Dori Durbin. Jared shares: Why run up a volcano Run logistics The mental race Motivation to continue Biggest surprise of experience Why write a book Reading of "The Boy Who Ran Up a Volcano" Parallel...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, "How to Halt Your Triggers and Be a Better Parent with Sharon Epstein" as Parent Coach Sharon Epstein joins Dori Durbin. Sharon shares: The Last Straw Leading to the Career Different Parent Background: Different Views Communication & Empathy Needed Importance of Modeling 2nd Chances Experts: Book a Chat! Triggers are Past Pain Now How...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, "What Were You Thinking?! How You Can Help Kids Shift from Dino Brain to 'Team Brain' with Tara Gratto" as Parent Educator & Consultant,  Tara Grotto  joins Dori Durbin. Tara shares: Her own journey The age to build SEL skills Using breathing to calm What is "Dino Brain" science? The "other" brains Benefit...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, "How Kids Can Still Thrive with Chronic Illness: Resiliency, Life Style, and Juvenile Arthritis with Dr. Saimun Singla" as Integrative Pediatric Rheumatologist,  Dr. Saimun Singla  joins Dori Durbin.  Dr. Singla shares: Dr. Saimun Singla's Personal & Career Journey Being Diagnosed with Chronic Illness When to be Concerned as a Par...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, "How to Teach Kids to Appreciate Their Bodies: 'B is for Bellies' with Rennie Dyball" as Author, Editor, and Ghostwriter,  Rennie Dyball  joins Dori Durbin.  Rennie shares: How Horses Inspired Her Author Career The "Jiggle" Behind the Books Fat Isn't a Bad Thing Start The Body Image Talks Now Intentionally Illustra...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, "Protecting Your Kids During Divorce: Expert Tips with Anna Krolikowska" as Divorce Attorney and Mediator, Anna Krolikowska  joins Dori Durbin.  Anna shares: Why Anna Chose to Specialize in Divorce Keeping Kid's First Best Ways to Protect Your Kids Reducing Divorce Stress on Kids Divorce Challenges for Kids Deciding Your Best Path Sho...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, "Bilingual Canine Tales: Creating Bilingual Books Kids Love with Alondra Bustos" as Early Education Professional and Children's Book Author, Alondra Bustos Garcia  joins Dori Durbin.  Alondra shares: Why Books Help Teach New Languages Alondra's Past About Alondra's Love for Books Book Inspiration Differences "The Phoebe...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, "Embracing Ethnicity: Rediscovering & Celebrating Your Bilingual Heritage with Janny Perez" as Bilingual Parenting Educator/Entrepreneur and Author, Janny Perez  joins Dori Durbin.  Janny shares: The Latina Mom Legacy Podcast Who Janny Serves Common Problems Reclaiming Ethnicity Why Reclaim Your Past Reading: "Nobody Told Me This...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode,  "Chirp's Real Journey: with Massage Therapist-Author-Future Physician, Rebecca Gladney" as Registered Massage Therapist; Billing Analyst, and Children's Book Author, Rebeca Gladney joins Dori Durbin.  Rebecca shares: Massage and Medical Musings Book Inspiration: Home It (Might Be) About Her Nephew "Chirp's Large Day&qu...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode,  "From Legal Briefs to Children's Books: A Quest to Represent with Tiffany Obeng" as Attorney by trade, mama, and Children's Book Author, Tiffany Obeng  joins Dori Durbin. Tiffany shares: From Lawyer to Kids' Books Underrepresented Groups in Books New Themes for Kids' Books Tiffany's Creative Inspiration Reading of...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, "The Magic of 'Dragon's Breath': The Inspirational Influence of Dr. Dawn Menge" as Special Education Teacher,  professor, and Children's Book Author, Dr. Dawn Menge joins Dori Durbin. Dawn shares: The Queen Vernita Educational Series Empowering Kids With Workability "Dragon's Breath" Personal Pain Redirec...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode,  "The "Effie" Effect: Diversity, Kindness, & Empathy with Jennifer Morhaime" as Territory Manager, mama, and Children's Book Author Jennifer Morhaime joins Dori Durbin. Jennifer shares: How Effie Was "Born" Why a Hedgehog Character Jennifer's STEM Book Applications  Story Reading "Effie's Friends...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode,  "6-Steps for Parenting with More Joy & Less Yelling with Susan Morley" as Parenting Coach, Susan Morley joins Dori Durbin. Susan shares: Susan's Career "Why" Busy Lives, Shorter Patience, More Clients  The Six-Step Plan The Vision & Mission Statement  Parenting Seasons Running From Responsibility Meeting Kids'...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode,  "Building Faith Through Fiction: A Teen Christian Author's Journey with Verity Lucia"  as Mom, Former Architectural Designer and Engineering Associate, and Teen Christian Author, Verity Lucia joins Dori Durbin. Verity shares: Verity's Architectural Legacy Using Writing to Lead the Way Having a Heart for Teens About Devils and De...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, "Thriving as a Parent: Boundaries, Respect, Self-Care, and Healthy Relationships with Daniela Schweiger" as Life&Business Transformation Coach, Daniela Schweiger joins Dori Durbin. Daniela shares: Daniela's Life-Changing Moment Setting Boundaries with Kids Parents Are Parents, Not Friends Being there for Your Kids Teaching Respect...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode,  "From Poultry-Raising Military Man to Children's Book Author with Douglas Berry" as Supply Technician USAF Carolina Pines Lodging and author, Douglas Berry joins Dori Durbin. Douglas shares: Story of Jasper's Creation Douglas' Extensive Experiences Working with an Editor Douglas' "Why" for Kids' Book Dou...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to today's episode, "Connected Family Wealth & Health: Exploring the Link Between Money and Well-being with Matt Paradise" as Renowned Financial Education Specialist, Matt Paradise joins Dori Durbin. Matt shares: Matt's Career Journey Why Money Frequently Feels "Taboo" Educating Pre-Schoolers About Money Why Money is A Family Lesson Re-Rout...