The Natalie Tysdal Podcast

Do you often feel overwhelmed? In a world that has been continuously chaotic, how do we navigate these deep feelings of overwhelm?   I know I'm not alone in feeling this. Between being a mom, my schedule, my kids' schedules, and everything else that comes our way, there is always something going on that needs my attention.   In this episode, I'm sharing with you my best ways to stay on top of my o...

Do you ever feel overwhelmed in your parenting journey? Whether your kids are newborns or teenagers, it can be so easy to compare our own parenting style to those around us. In this episode of the Natalie Tysdal Podcast, Sharon Mazel joins me to talk about common parenting myths and the impact mom-shaming has on us. Sharon Mazel is an internationally recognized parenting and pregnancy expert , con...

Anxiety seems to be something we hear about more than ever for both adults and kids.    Why are we seeing such a high rate of anxiety right now? There are obvious reasons, of course, like the many uncertainties we face every day, but life is full of uncertainty today.    This week, we're focusing on dealing with and understanding anxiety with my guest Natasha Daniels. We're going to talk about anx...

You can do hard things. I know you can, because we all have made it through the hardest moments we have ever imagined being in.   This podcast episode was previously aired on the Talking with Teri podcast with Teri Karjala, and I'm grateful to be able to share it with you on my podcast as well, because we're talking all about change.   Maybe the change you're going through is a new job, a relation...

Motherhood is by far the most difficult job in the world, would you agree? Sometimes it feels like just when I have one thing figured out, another problem hits, or maybe a health issue arises. I know you know what I'm talking about. But what happens when we let our own boundaries go? Or maybe when we don't heal the things that have caused us trauma? Joining me to talk about this is Dr. Mona Amin,...

This week, we're exploring the age-old question: how can we improve work life balance?   Between busy households, jobs, busy schedules for the kids, there often isn't enough time left for us at the end of the day.   The last time I polled my audience, it was abundantly clear that the area parents are needing more help with is finding that balance between work and personal life.   With that said, w...

Does mindfulness make you a better parent?   How can we use mindfulness to help us yell less and be more present?    If you're like me, you're a busy mama who may not always have time to find stillness and ground yourself, which is why I'm excited to share this conversation with Hunter Clarke-Fields with you.   Hunter, MSAE, RYT, is a mindful mama mentor. Hunter is the creator of the Mindful Paren...

In this day and age, it's likely we all know someone who has struggled with fertility issues and infertility in general.   I for one have had my share of fertility issues, as I share in this episode. It's why I wanted to bring Dr. Laxmi Kondapalli onto my podcast to discuss such a sensitive topic, while giving you tips as you navigate your own fertility journey.   Dr. Laxmi Kondapalli is an award-...

How do we know when too much technology is "too much" for our kids?   How do we as parents help them learn to set boundaries with technology, without power struggles and fighting.   In this week's episode, I sit down with Amy McCready, the Founder of Positive Parenting Solutions and the creator of the 7-Step Parenting Success System online course.   We talk about the importance of technology and h...

Do you set new year's resolutions? A lot of people do, and that's great, but you know how it often goes: we make big plans and then we get busy and those plans fall by the wayside and we don't follow through.   I've been there, and I've learned how to reframe this over the years so I can actually follow through on what I said I wanted to do.   Consider this reframe: setting goals instead of resolu...

We all want to be more productive, squeezing everything we can out of each and every day. But what does productivity look like to you? How are you efficient with your time and how does that help you in your everyday life?   We're back with part 2 of the productivity series, where we hear from some of my 2021 guests and learn their favorite tips for productivity.    Listen in for: Jocelyn Freeman o...

Do you agree that reflection can help lead us to success? This week's podcast is a special episode where you'll hear tips on productivity from some of my incredible 2021 guests.   Learning from successful people is important to me, and I know it is for many of you as well. I started the year by asking my guests their favorite tool or tip for productivity.    In this episode, we hear from top docto...

Do you worry about what your kids are doing online? How do you let them be on social media without wondering if they're being responsible?   As parents, we worry so much about our kids, and always try and do what we can to make sure they continue to grow into great human beings.    In this episode, we're talking all about our kids and social media. I talk about this with expert Laura Tierney, who...

Perfectionism, self doubt, and criticizing ourselves -- we all do it, and this week, we're diving into why.   We're also talking about stress, the impact it has on our body and skin, and how we can start to repair the damage we may have caused. My guest is Dr. Keira Barr, a speaker, author, life coach and physician who helps high-achieving women let go of perfectionism and self-doubt and embrace c...

With the Holiday Season right around the corner, our kids will likely receive a lot of tech-focused gifts.  This made me ask the question - how can I ensure my kids find balance between using technology and being present, in this Holiday Season and beyond? My guest this week is Arlene Pellicane, who is a speaker, writer and has appeared on several media outlets like the Today Show, Wall Street Jou...

Do you find yourself hitting that mid-day slump? Maybe your go-to is to reach for that third or fourth cup of coffee to give you a bit of a 'pick me up'? I know I'm not alone in this. For years when I was working on television, I would find myself so tired in the middle of the day that I was desperate to try anything to help give me more energy (think coffee and energy drinks)! That's why this wee...

Do you relate to the struggle of kids having poor eating habits? I know it's not just me! Too much sugar and toxins can lead to so many problems, including developmentally, healthy-wise and with sleep. And it's not just our kids, it's adults too. So, how do we start to change the conversation we have with our kids around food? How do we get them to eat more fruits and vegetables without having to...

How do we become more resilient? Are there people in life who are simply 'luckier' than others, and get to experience true resilience and freedom? Or is there a science and framework that can help you develop resilience?   This week on the podcast, I sit down with Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe to explore the topic of resilience and becoming more resilient humans.    Robyne's writing and speaking interes...

This week on the podcast, I sit down with Sarah Rosensweet, a certified peaceful parenting coach, speaker, and educator. She lives in Toronto with her husband and three big kids (ages 14, 17, and 20).    Peaceful parenting is a non-punitive, connection-based approach that uses firm limits with lots of empathy. Sarah works one-on-one virtually with parents all over the world to help them go from fr...

This week on the podcast, I sit down with Irene Lyon, MSC. and nervous system expert.    Irene teaches people around the world how to work with the nervous system to transform trauma, heal body and mind, and live full, creative lives. To date, her online programs and classes have reached over 9,500 people in over 90 countries.    Irene has a Master's Degree in Biomedical and Health Science and als...

This week on the podcast, I sit down with Teri Karjala, a Transformational Life Strategist, the founder of Creative Counseling Center and Talking With Teri, as well as the best-selling author of Be The Magic of You: Tools to Transform Your Life with a foreword written by Jack Canfield.    Teri is a thought leader in female empowerment and entrepreneurship. Today, professionals and women entreprene...

This week on the podcast, I sit down with Kari Kampakis, a bestselling author, blogger, and national speaker from Birmingham, Alabama.    Her book for moms, Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter , and books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For , have been used widely across the country for small gro...

This week on the podcast, I sit down with Dr. Vonda Wright, a double boarded orthopedic sports surgeon, internationally recognized authority on active aging and mobility, and an innovator focused on optimizing personal and professional performance at every age.   This conversation around aging healthily is so important, and Dr. Vonda gives us so much valuable insight into how we can age gracefully...

This week on the podcast, I sit down with Tara Williams, the founder and CEO of Dreamland Baby.    In 2018, Tara desperately tried to find a product to help her six-month-old son extend his one-hour sleep window. Her solution? A doctor-approved, evenly weighted wearable sleep sack.    After a successful Kickstarter and an appearance on Shark Tank, Tara's weighted sleep solutions are now helping ba...

This week on the podcast, I sit down with Andrea Owen, who is a global speaker, professional certified Daring Way™ life coach, and the best-selling author of 52 Ways to Live a Kick-Ass Life, How to Stop Feeling Like Shit and the just-released book Make Some Noise (TarcherPerigee, August 31, 2021).    Andrea has taught hundreds of thousands of women tools and strategies to empower themselves with u...