The Evolution of Parenting Podcast

Few things are more agonizing for compassionate parents than bullying - whether your kid is the giver or the receiver. Listen to Yarona and Devin uncover the uncomfortable dynamics behind bullying - and how to address it effectively. At 14, Devin Moore became the Founder of #RaceToSpeakUp, an anti-bullying organization, educating youth about bullying prevention and empowering them to be upstanders...

Get ready to uncover the fascinating world of technology's impact, this time focusing on our littlest ones. Join us as we explore the captivating trend of technology's influence on infants, with our insightful guest, Sapna Rad. Yarona and Sapna cover all the ups and downs of "screen time" with our kids, especially infants.  Sapna Rad empowers parents of teens to foster harmony, end power struggles...

How do we honor the fact that we exist holistically as complex, interconnected, and interdependent beings as we raise our kids in a rigid educational system? How do we encourage boundary-busting exploration, curiosity, and learning in healthy and responsible ways? Join Yarona and Mariya as they go deeper into how parents can foster these necessary qualities! Mariya Shiyko, Ph. D., an academic turn...

Understanding how to take care of our bodies and manage our physical/emotional well-being is the most critical element of raising healthy children. In this episode, Yarona and Elle talk about some of the elements of doing this and how to honor both our bodies and those of our children. Elle Ingalls helps professionals, and high-achieving students who are struggling (often secretly) effectively red...

No issue in the U.S. is more contentious or incendiary than the issue of gender, gender identity, and gender fluidity. Whether you are the parent of an LGBTQ+ child or not, this conversation is one we all need to hear. Listen in as Yarona and Jennifer navigate the choppy waters of gender and sexual identity in a way that honors every person as whole, worthy, and loved. Jennifer Boudrye is an advoc...

Divorce is a difficult, often traumatic element of our society. For those involved, including any children in the middle, finding ways of getting through and moving on are some of the toughest relational dynamics we'll ever experience. Listen to Yarona and Eleanor discuss the aspects of this and how we can parent our kids in the midst of breaking and broken relationships. Eleanor is a High Conflic...

In our American culture, individuality is arguably one of the most sought after qualities one can possess. But how do we balance that with being connected to others? How do we nurture both individuality AND connection with our children? In this episode, Yarona and Shelley try to help us navigate this delicate balance in thoughtful and meaningful ways. Shelley Ceridwen Doyle is a Connection Coach h...

The issues that swirl around sexual assaults and the the awakening of awareness in the form of the "Me Too" movement are tough and not easy to discuss - but we have to do exactly that for our sakes and for the sakes of our children. Join Yarona and Christine as they take on this task. Christine Rose, PCC, help CEOs and small business owners to grow leadership, effective teams, and profitable, high...

There is not one universal standard for raising children and making parenting choices. While we often focus on the health of our children as a priority, we, as parents, must necessarily reckon with the sometimes unexpected, sometimes long-term changes to our own health. In this episode, Yarona and Vashti discuss this and ways in which our diverse choices play out in our parenting lives. Vashti Kan...

Join Yarona and Susan as they start to unpack the extremely convoluted topic of how we "educate" our children and hear how you can use inquiry and exploration as a solid basis for raising a literate child who loves to learn.   Susie Beghin is an author, speaker and founder of Alpha’s Discovery Kids, a daycare and preschool dedicated to providing quality education and a positive learning environmen...

In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Sheila Carroll and Yarona discuss important aspects of wellness and how our parenting plays a large role in how our children develop physically and emotionally.  Dr. Sheila Carroll is a board certified pediatrician with 23 years of clinical experience working with families, a diplomate in obesity medicine and a certified life and weight coach.  She is also a mom....

In this episode, Yarona speaks with Kyle "The Driven Autism Dad" Jetsel about how our parenting choices and decisions don't always play out the same way with our kids - especially in cases where neurodivergence is a factor.  Kyle and his now deceased wife Shelly, struggled for years raising their 6 children, with 2 on the Autism Spectrum.  Like being asked to take a test for a class they never too...

In this episode, Yarona and Kim discuss the potentially confounding decisions parents must make with respect to technology.  Kim Groshek is an executive coach, author, and speaker. After three decades running a private consulting company, she began sharing her wisdom on mental and physical well-being. As an experienced executive leader, Kim coaches successful leaders to get more impactful work don...

This short episode provides a preview of Season 2 of our "Evolution of Parenting" series! Join us for another walk through the many facets of parenting!

In this final episode of the series, Yarona and Robert bring home the original point - that our parenting never stops (it does evolve) and how we parent leaves a lasting legacy (whether we choose to or not). This episode also deals with resiliency and how we can help our children through tough times. Thank you all for your listening and we look forward to your feedback on our companion Facebook pa...

As kids try to figure out how to make wise choices, what we do (or don't do) as parents can have a major impact. In this episode, Yarona and Robert bring the experiences and expertise to the complicated topic of discernment. Resource: https://www.unicef-irc.org/publications/pdf/discernment-in-childhood.pdf   Thanks and appreciation for these professionals: Audio editing credit: Jason Hulse Digital...

Having the ability to do something doesn't necessarily guarantee doing something successfully. Join us as Yarona and Robert discuss the development of competence and how parents can enable and empower their children to experience it. Resource: https://www.ahaparenting.com/competency   Thanks and appreciation for these professionals: Audio editing credit: Jason Hulse Digital images & graphics:...

How do we distinguish "discipline" from "punishment" and why is that distinction important? In this episode, Yarona and Robert push us to rethink what many of us got growing up - in favor of a more robust and self-directed way of behaving. Resource: https://parentingmontana.org/logical-natural-consequences-discipline/

A tough subject that needs to be discussed, Yarona and Robert tackle the nuances of how we embed consequences and accountability into our parenting routines. Resources: https://www.empoweringparents.com/accountability-in-your-home/   https://www.cdc.gov/parents/consequences/  

In this episode, Yarona and Robert discuss compassion and how we can help our kids navigate a sometimes difficult world.  Resource: https://www.pbs.org/parenting/compassion  

Awe and wonder at the beauty of this world are driven by curiosity and exploration. But what's healthy? Are there limits? And is it really necessary that my kid try to taste everything they play with? Resource: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/six_surprising_benefits_of_curiosity

In this episode, Yarona and Robert help understand personal integrity as important to forming boundaries for (healthy) curiosity and exploration. Resources: https://raycenter.wp.drake.edu/integrity

In this episode, Yarona and Robert share stories of how fostering self-motivation is a huge blessing for parents! Resources: https://www.parentingforbrain.com/motivation

Human connection is a fundamental need. But, are all connections healthy and helpful? In this episode, Yarona and Robert talk about empathy as the basis for connection. Resources: https://www.6seconds.org/parenting/

We want them to have it. They need it. But what is "autonomy" and how do we foster it? In this episode, Yarona and Robert talk about autonomy and how it is different from independence. Resources:   https://letgrow.org https://www.imom.com/5-common-parenting-struggles/