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Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller, MS Psy
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Brainy Moms is a psychology and parenting podcast with smart ideas to help moms and kids thrive! Hosted by cognitive psychologist Dr. Amy Moore (a mom of 3) and child development researcher Teri Miller, MS Psy (a mom of 9), this weekly show features conversations and guest experts in parenting, psychology, child development, and education with practical tips to help moms navigate the ups and downs of parenthood.
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The Psychology of Creativity (And Why it Matters for Your Child) with guest Dr. Michael Alcee
Want to help cultivate your child’s creativity? Wondering how to help your child integrate the creative and logical parts of their mind? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview clinical psychologist, Dr. Michael Alcee who specializes in the psychology of creativity. He shares how we as parents can help nurture creativity in our children while also supporting the development of linear thinking. Michael tells us that encouraging our kids to explore the many sides of themselves is a key aspect of mental health. From creativity to emotions to interests to introversion, we cover a lot about integrating creativity, passions, and skillsets in this hour. Join us for a journey into the psychology of creativity.
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Michael’s book, *Therapeutic Improvisation: How to Stop Winging It and Own It as a Therapist (The Norton Series on Interpersonal Neurobiology)*
Pixar Movie: Inside Out
Daniel Pink’s Power of Regret
Susan Cain’s Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World that Can’t Stop Talking
Susan Cain’s Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole
Susan David’s Emotional Agility: Get Unstuck, Embrace Change, and Thrive in Work and Life
David Epstein’s Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World
Quincy Jones’ 12 Notes: On Life and Creativity
Winnicott’s idea of “potential space” in
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May 10, 2022
Expert Advice on Dyslexia & Reading Struggles with guest Donesa Walker, MS Ed
Does your child struggle with reading or spelling? Wondering what to do for a child with dyslexia? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Reading and Dyslexia Specialist, Donesa Walker, M Ed, BCCS. Donesa tells us what’s happening in the brain of struggling readers, how there are different types of dyslexia that show up in a variety of ways, what some warning signs are that parents should look out for, and what the most effective interventions should include.
Donesa shares her journey from classroom teacher to board certified cognitive specialist and how brain training has changed so many lives of both kids and adults who struggle with reading. This episode is educational, inspirational, and carries a message of hope from a delightful and charming reading expert.
Find us at BrainyMoms.co, on YouTube, and everywhere podcasts play. Show notes available on the website.
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May 3, 2022
10 Ways to Be a "Cool" Mom with guest Kim Hanson
On this special Mother’s Day episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Kim Hanson, the CEO of LearningRx. Kim shares 10 ways to be a cool and caring mom. Some are cute and fun –like making sure you’ve got a great pair of sunglasses. But most parenting tips she shares are pearls of wisdom on connecting well with your kids. Our favorite? Always say yes to lunch or coffee. Join us to pick up a tip or two that might help you rock this journey of motherhood! And maybe pick up a t-shirt of your favorite band to wear while you listen.
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Apr 26, 2022
How to Experience Joy in Parenting Toddlers with guest Sara Rose Whaley
Do you have a toddler who won’t listen? Are you frustrated and burning out with the terrible twos and other challenges of parenting littles? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Sara Rose Whaley, a board-certified behavior analyst and parent coach specializing in working with parents of toddlers.
Sara shares lots of tips on how to find joy in parenting toddlers, including how to set boundaries and limits, strategies for getting your toddler to listen, and how to take care of yourself so that your behavior can positively impact your child’s behavior. If you’re a toddler parent, this episode is for you!
Visit us at BrainyMoms.co for episode show notes and follow us on social media @TheBrainyMoms
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Apr 19, 2022
Hybrid Schools: The Future of Learning? with guest Dr. Brent Goldman
Interested in learning what some educators think is the best school model? Heard about hybrid schooling but aren’t sure what it’s all about? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Dr. Brent Goldman from XCEED Preparatory Academy, a network of private college-prep schools providing a personalized curriculum with flexible schedules along with hybrid and online learning options. Dr. Goldman shares the benefits of the hybrid learning approach and tells us why he believes it’s the future of education. If you’ve got kids in grades 6-12, tune in to hear about the hybrid learning model.
Find this and every episode along with show notes and resources at BrainyMoms.co and follow us on social media @TheBrainyMoms
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Apr 12, 2022
Autism Awareness & Intervention Begins with Parent Mindset with guest Andrea Pollack, MS Ed
Wondering what to do first when your child is diagnosed with autism? Overwhelmed or feeling like a failure as a parent of a child with autism? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview the founder of Autism Parent Solutions, Andrea Pollack, MS Ed. Andrea shares that parents of children on the autism spectrum need help with their own mindset and perspective before they can confidently judge intervention options.
Andrea shares some tips and tools from her parenting program that give listeners a start on creating a mindset that will help them be less overwhelmed and frustrated as they navigate parenting a child on the autism spectrum. If you are an autism parent, this episode is for you!
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Apr 5, 2022
Relationship Advice for Couples after Having a Baby with guest Catherine O'Brien, LMFT
Relationships change when you add a baby to your family, but you can still be happy amidst the sleepless nights, demanding feeding schedule, and bottomless diaper pail. On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview *Catherine O’Brien, *marriage and family therapist and author of the book Happy with Baby: Essential Relationship Advice When Partners Become Parents.
Catherine talks about the relationship challenges of being a new parent…for the first time or even the fifth time. She offers advice to our listeners for connecting with your partner, your new baby, and yourself to strengthen relationships and increase happiness in the middle of your chaotic life.
Visit the episode page of our website for show notes, links, and more: https://brainymoms.co/2022/04/05/how-to-stay-connected-with-your-partner-after-having-a-baby-with-guest-catherine-obrien-lmft/
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Link to buy her book: Happy With Baby: Essential Relationship Advice When Partners Become Parents
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Mar 29, 2022
5 Things Parents of Teens Need to Know with guest Kim Duckworth
Wondering what you need to know to be a successful parent of a teenager? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Kim Duckworth, author of the bestselling book, Parents, Are You Ready? The Practical Guide to Launching a Successful High School Student.
Kim shares 5 things that successful parents of teens should know including how to help your teen find their superpower---or their uniqueness. Kim’s an expert in college readiness and admissions and her tips are just what parents of teens—like we are—need to hear!
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Mar 22, 2022
Busy Mom? How to Run Your Home on Autopilot with guest Carrie Olsen, LCSW
Are you a busy mom feeling guilty that you can’t seem to juggle everything? Do you feel like you SHOULD be able to manage kids, your home life, your social life, your kid’s schedule, and your job or volunteer work? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri discuss all of this with licensed therapist and clini-coach, Carrie Olsen.
Carrie talks to us about taking the word “should” out of our vocabulary so we can enjoy being a mom! We discuss the phenomenon of decision fatigue, how it creates stress for moms, and how to minimize it. She gives us practical tips to help us run our home on autopilot, freeing us up to focus on what’s most important.
Find us at BrainyMoms.co, on social media @TheBrainyMoms, and everywhere podcasts play!
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Mar 15, 2022
Parenting Style Impacts Your Child's Mental Health with guest Hansa Bhargava, MD
Ever wondered if your parenting style has impact on your child’s mental health? Did you know that your own stress could be stressing out your kids? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Teri and I interview Dr. Hansa Bhargava, pediatrician, renowned parenting expert, Chief Medical Officer at Medscape Education, and author of the book, Building Happier Kids: Stress-Busting Tools for Parents published by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dr. Bhargava talks to us about the importance of shifting our parenting style to be more connected and compassionate in order to help our children be resilient in the current youth mental health crisis that was exacerbated by the pandemic. She talks about screens, scheduling, sleep, self-care, and stress and their impact on the mental health of our kids…and on ourselves. New flash? It’s all related. Join us for tips on managing it all a little better and reducing the risk to our children.
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Mar 8, 2022
From Doctor to Homeschooling Mom: Balancing Career and Your Child's Education Needs with guest Carline Crevecoeur, MD
Are you concerned that your child’s current school environment might not be the right choice? Are you considering homeschooling but worried about making it work with your career? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Dr. Carline Crevecoeur, a physician and author of the book, Pressure Makes Diamonds: From Homeschooling to the Ivy League- A Parenting Story.
Dr. Carline gave up her medical practice to homeschool her 5 children and then won a seat on her local school board. Dr. Carline shares her story of sacrifice, perseverance, and advocacy for her children’s education while battling a life-threatening illness. Tune in to be inspired!
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Mar 1, 2022
Save Money Paying for College with guest Brad Baldridge
Are you worried about the high cost of college? Thinking about how you or your kids are going to afford to pay for college? Wondering if student loans are the right way to go? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview college funding consultant Brad Baldridge. Brad is a financial planning expert and the host of Taming the High Cost of College podcast.
He shares how complex the college financial planning process can be. From finding scholarships to deciding about loans to deciphering the true cost of college (it’s not always what the school website says), Brad says busy parents can use help with the heavy lifting. And the cost of hiring a college funding consultant is often recovered by the money you can save on tuition! Tune in to learn about working with a college funding consultant and get access to Brad’s free videos about college scholarships.
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Feb 22, 2022
The "Why" Behind Tantrums and Meltdowns with guest Dr. Ashley Taylor
Are your child’s temper tantrums and meltdowns stressing you out? Then this episode of Brainy Moms is for you. Dr. Amy and Teri interviewed Dr. Ashley Taylor, a child psychologist and author of two books that explain the why behind a child’s tantrums. Dr. Taylor tells listeners how to look for the meaning behind these behaviors, what’s happening in the brain that helps explain tantrums, and the importance of regulating our own emotions when our kids are upset---a process called co-regulation. She talks about praise, sleep, screen time, and even diet in relation to your child’s ability to regulate their emotions. Want to understand your child’s behavior better? Listen in!
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Feb 15, 2022
Smart but Falling Apart? What’s Happening to Your Child and How You Can Help with guest Dr. Jeannine Jannot
Do you have a smart kid who has always done well and now suddenly seems to be falling apart? Are you having a hard time understanding how a child who rarely struggled in school before is now at risk of failing?
On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview developmental and child psychologist, Dr. Jeannine Jannot. Dr. Jannot is the author of the book, The Disintegrating Student: Struggling but Smart, Falling Apart, and How to Turn It Around. She explains to us what’s happening to these smart kids, why it happens, and how we can help.
This episode gets personal. Dr. Amy and Teri have both experienced this with their own children and needed to hear that they aren’t alone. And neither are you. Catch this episode for some expert advice.
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Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CgkBIYNbtbg
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Feb 8, 2022
Problems with Friends? Help Your Daughter Navigate Difficult Friendships with guest Jessica Speer
Do you have school-age daughter? Then you know all too well the perils of friendships, cliques, and girl drama. Are you frustrated with the tears and the fights and the complaints of feeling left out? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller, MS Psy interview Jessica Speer, author of the book, BFF or NRF: A Girls Guide to Happy Friendships. We explore topics of gossip and drama, and hear from Jessica about some ways to help girls navigate difficult friendships and nurture the important ones. Join us for some great tips from an expert in social science and school-age relationships.
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Feb 1, 2022
From Broken Bird to Falcon: The Benefits of Self-Affirming Beliefs with guest Dr. Janeeka Benoit
What is the mission statement for your life? What beliefs about yourself are holding you back? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller, MS Psy interview Dr. Janeeka Benoit, physician and CEO of MEDFit DO.
Dr. J shares the importance of recognizing and turning our self-limiting beliefs into self-affirming beliefs, and adopting a wellness mindset that can change the life course of our mental and physical health and that of our children. This is such an inspiring episode where we really dig in to the difference between seeing ourselves as broken birds or falcons.
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Jan 25, 2022
The "Unschooling" Homeschooling Movement with guest Ashley Logsdon
Are you thinking about homeschooling for your children? Are you already homeschooling but still wondering if it’s the best fit for your family? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller, MS Psy interview Ashley Logsdon, host of the Mama Says Namaste podcast and an expert in the unschooling movement. Ashley breaks it all down for us and even answers some tough questions about unschooling as an alternative to homeschooling as we know it. Tune in to this eye-opening episode on educational choice.
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Jan 18, 2022
Taking Control of your Child's Special Health Care Needs with guest Aaron Hartman, MD
Does your child have complex medical conditions or special health needs but you’re still struggling to find effective care? Are you worried about giving your child multiple prescription drugs? Maybe you need help determining the root cause of your child’s condition, or even your own.
On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller, MS Psy interview functional medicine physician, Dr. Aaron Hartman. Dr Hartman shares how lifestyle interventions…things we can do at home…might be the answer you’re looking for. Tune in to hear how his own child overcame serious illness and how your child might benefit from this approach as well.
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Jan 11, 2022
ABA Therapy for Autism: What You Need to Know with guest Nichole Daher
If you have a child on the autism spectrum, you’ve no doubt heard of ABA therapy. And you’re probably aware of the controversy about whether or not it’s an ethical intervention. Some moms are fans, others are not. In fact, it’s a polarizing topic in the ASD community. On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Nichole Daher, the CEO of Success on the Spectrum. Nichole gets real with listeners about the controversy, shares where it comes from, sets the record straight, and tells us exactly what parents need to look for when it comes to ethical and effective ABA therapy for kids on the autism spectrum. If you have a child with ASD, you need to tune in for this!
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Jan 4, 2022
Parenting Teenage Girls: Expert Tips from a Teen Life Coach with guest Sheri Gazitt, MA
If you have a daughter, you know or have heard that the teen years are tough. Teen girls are enigmas and parenting them can make you feel like you’re losing your mind somedays. On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview teen life coach Sheri Gazitt. Coach Sheri talked to us about some difficult topics that parents and teens face like friendship issues, why friends are so important to them, social media and perfectionism, and why teen girls pull away from their moms. She shares the importance of knowing their love language and even gives us some insights into the science of the teenage mind. Her specialty is teen girls, but this episode is relevant for parents of teen boys as well. We can’t wait for you to hear from her!
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Dec 28, 2021
Top 6 Episodes of 2021
Are you a new listener to our podcast and want to know what you’ve been missing all year? Or maybe you’ve been listening since the beginning but wonder which topics everyone else liked the best. On this special year-end episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri recap the 6 most popular episodes of 2021. We share which one had the most downloads, the key takeaways from each of those guests, and we even play a short clip from all 6 of those episodes. Join us to hear what you’ve missed and what should be next on your playlist!
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Dec 21, 2021
'The No BS Mama' Gets Real About Depression & Anxiety with guest Megan Eddinger
As a mom, how often have you felt anxious or depressed but felt like you had to hide those feelings from friends and family? On social media, do you only post the good stuff? Do you feel like you have to appear perfect on the outside while hiding your imperfections on the inside? You're not alone! On this episode of Brainy Moms, Teri interviews the host of the No BS MAMA Podcast, Megan Eddinger. Megan shares her own story of depression and the impact it had on her marriage and family. It’s a raw and honest conversation about her journey to becoming an advocate and supporter for moms who struggle with mental health issues. It’s such an important topic and Megan is a bright light in a dark room. Don't miss this one if you or a mom you love is struggling.
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Dec 14, 2021
Unlocking Secrets to Happiness with guest Teri Karjala, LPC, LMFT
On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller interview Teri Karjala, LPC, LMFT. Teri is a therapist, transformational life strategist, and best-selling author of the book *Be the Magic of You: Tools to Transform Your Life! *with a foreword by Jack Canfield. In just one hour, we learned eight secrets to removing the roadblocks that keep us from achieving our dreams as moms, mompreneurs, and business leaders. Teri talks about negative thinking , self-sabotage, the myth of multi-tasking, limiting beliefs, imposter syndrome, time management, and more as what stands in our way of happiness and success. Join us for a tip-filled episode that can put you on the road to transformation.
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Dec 7, 2021
What Drives Your Child? Understand, Motivate, & Communicate Better with Your Kids with guest Gail Swift
On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller interview Gail Swift, Kolbe Youth Advocate and an expert in measuring a part of the mind called conation, or how a person acts on their thoughts and feelings and their natural and unchanging instinct to approach problems in particular ways. Join us to learn how to discover what drives your children, how to motivate them, and how to overcome the communication roadblocks we face by learning how your kids are naturally wired.
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Watch this episode on YouTube: *https://youtu.be/k84B33mQub0*
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Nov 30, 2021
The Enneagram for Moms: How Your Type Impacts Relationships at Home and Work with guest Sarah Wallace
On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Sarah Wallace, Enneagram Business and Life Coach and host of the Enneagram MBA podcast. Sarah walks listeners through the Enneagram personality types and how each type influences your parenting style at home and your leadership style at the office. Your type helps explain why you keep having the same challenge with your kids, the same fight with your partner, and the same issues at work. Knowing your type can have a significant impact on those issues and relationships! Whether you’ve never heard of the enneagram or you’re already an enneagram enthusiast, this episode is full of amazing insights.
Find us at www.BrainyMoms.co and on social media @TheBrainyMoms
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Nov 23, 2021
Mindset, Marketing, & Selling from the Heart for Moms in Leadership with guest Sashka Regina
On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller interview Sashka Regina, an expert in building brand authority by marketing from the heart. Sashka is a brander, marketeer, podcaster, and author of the book, Soul'd Out: Your Guide to Finding Your Life's Purpose. This episode is perfect for mompreneuers, moms who run businesses, or moms who are dreaming of launching a brand or service. It's an inspiring conversation with a big personality about creativity, disrupting current marketing trends, growth hacking, and connecting your marketing message to your personal identity and purpose in life.
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Nov 16, 2021
Raising Girls (Who Think For Themselves) with guest Dr. Tim Jordan
On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller interview Dr. Tim Jordan, developmental and behavioral pediatrician and author of the book, *She Leads: A Practical Guide for Raising Girls Who Advocate, Influence, and Lead. *Dr. Tim specializes in working with girls. He shares how we can support their intrinsic motivation, how we can teach them to stop giving their power away, how to teach them to advocate for themselves, how to help them become leaders in their own way, and how to strengthen connections as a family overall. It’s an episode full of great strategies for raising girls who think for themselves.
A note from Dr. Amy: I'm a boy mom. But Dr. Tim's advice to our listeners on how we can (and can't) motivate our kids, how we can connect as a family by taking breaks from devices, how we should and shouldn't use rewards, and how we need to gently nurture our kids' exploration of their futures...it's all gender-neutral advice. Boy moms will walk away smarter after t…
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Nov 9, 2021
Positive Parenting Essentials with guest Dr. Candice Jones
On this episode of the Brainy Moms parenting podcast, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Dr. Candice Jones, pediatrician and author of the new American Academy of Pediatrics book, High Five Discipline: Positive Parenting for Happy, Healthy, Well-Behaved Kids. Dr. Candice shares 5 essentials to positive parenting, talks about the importance of controlling our own emotions, and reveals how attention is a parent’s super power. Are you wondering if spanking is okay? Wondering what to do if you and your partner don’t have the same parenting styles? Get answers to these questions and much more on an episode full of amazing advice from one of our nation’s parenting experts.
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Nov 2, 2021
Helping Kids Cope with Big Emotions with guest Kim Feeney, LISW
Do your child’s temper tantrums test your limits? Do you struggle to stay calm when your kid is falling apart? Does every disagreement end in a screaming match? In this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview play therapist Kim Feeney, LISW, RPT-S. Kim specializes in helping children and parents cope with big emotions. She gives listeners practical tips for helping kids manage their emotions while also keeping our own in check. And, she talks about some ways that we as parents can build stronger connections with our children through play. She also shares how play therapy can be a life-changing intervention for more challenging situations.
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Oct 25, 2021
The Power of Relationships with Self and Others with guest Susan Lambert
In this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Susan Lambert who specializes in human-centered facilitation and coaching. Susan shares the power of walking with others and connecting with ourselves in order to create a more empathetic workplace and world. As busy moms running in the rat race we call life, we don’t always slow down long enough to be fully present in our relationships…at work, at home, or with ourselves. You’ll leave this episode inspired, calmer, and more focused on making those meaningful connections.
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Oct 12, 2021
Teaching Kids to Care for Our World with guest Shannon Brescher Shea
Want to learn some easy ways for busy moms to involve the whole family in helping to save our environment? Wondering why you should care about environmental sustainability in the first place? Or how to talk to your kids about climate change without scaring them? In this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview science writer and environmental activist Shannon Brescher Shea. Shannon is the author of the book *Growing Sustainable Together: Practical Resources for Raising Kind, Engaged, Resilient Children. *We talk about her life’s work in environmental activism, her passion for helping parents train up a generation of kids who care about our world, and practical ways to fit green living in with our hectic, modern lifestyles.
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Oct 5, 2021
Launching Your Teen Into Adulthood with guest Danica Copp, MSW
In this episode of the Brainy Moms parenting podcast, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller interviewed Danica Copp, a licensed clinical psychotherapist specializing in adolescent communication and development. Danica shares what parents need to do starting in elementary and middle school to make sure their teen successfully launches into adulthood when the time comes. It’s a fun conversation where Dr. Amy and Teri both admit they’ve dropped the ball on some essential skills. Get YOUR adolescent launching checklist along with some excellent advice on this episode.
Listen anywhere you get your podcasts, watch on YouTube at https://youtu.be/3FNTVNYAd_4
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Sep 28, 2021
Got Anxiety? Break Up with It! with guest Kaitlin Soule, LMFT
As moms, we’re all a hot mess sometimes. Juggling the mental and emotional load of motherhood can wreak havoc on our not-so-healthy goal of being the "perfect" mom. In this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Kaitlin Soule, licensed marriage and family therapist, anxiety expert, and author of the book A Little Less of A Hot Mess…The Modern Mom’s Guide to Growth and Evolution. Kaitlin shares how we need to change the way we think about perfection in order to embrace what we truly value in life. She offers expert insights about changing our relationship with anxiety and gives moms ideas for helping our kids manage their own anxiety and worries all through a lens of personal growth.
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Sep 21, 2021
Divorce Your Debt with guest Katy Almstrom
In this episode of the Brainy Moms parenting podcast, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller, MS Psy talk to financial coach Katy Almstrom. Katy coaches women who are ready to pay off debt through simple strategies that help lower the stress around money. Is debt keeping you from reaching your dreams? Then maybe it’s time to break up with your credit cards and divorce your debt. It doesn’t have to be as painful as it sounds. In fact, your journey to becoming debt-free can be joyful. Tune in and learn how.
Find this and every episode at BrainyMoms.co or watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6ciBurFdRvQ
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Sep 14, 2021
Finding Joy After Post-Partum Depression with guest Susan Scollen
Can you emerge from the depths of post-partum depression stronger than you were before? Absolutely. You can love yourself, find your voice, and grow through the journey. In this episode, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller, MS Psy talk to health and life coach Susan Scollen about her post-partum depression experience, how she conquered it, and how she embarked on a journey to teach women how to enjoy life again after post-partum depression. If you’re pregnant, thinking about becoming pregnant, or in the throes of post-partum life right now, this episode is for you!
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Sep 7, 2021
Navigating Change with guest Dr. Tracy Asamoah
In this episode of the Brainy Moms podcast, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller interview Dr. Tracy Asamoah, child & adolescent psychiatrist and coach for professional women about dealing with change. How do you navigate the changes that life throws at you? Starting a new job, becoming a parent, launching your child into Kindergarten or college, or experiencing an illness are the types of change that can stir up big emotions for many of us. Dr. Asamoah talks about why change is so hard, why we resist change, and how we can begin to think differently about navigating it in an intentional way that includes embracing big emotions and using them to help us walk through both expected and unexpected changes well.
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Aug 31, 2021
Inspire Your Family's Finances with guests John & Karen Yates
In this episode of the Brainy Moms parenting podcast, Dr. Amy Moore and visiting co-host Sandra Zamalis interview John and Karen Yates. John and Karen are financial alignment coaches, founders of Inspire My Money, and authors of Own Your Financial Future: Seven Strategies to Get You Started Today.
Does the word "budget" create negative emotions when you hear it? For many people, that's the reason budgets fail. John and Karen have created a new way of looking at your finances that uses the psychology of goal-directed behavior and gives you full control of how you spend your money. It's an inspiring way of thinking about your shared dreams, working towards meeting them, and enjoying life now as a family. Not waiting for the "right" time. Join us for an episode that addresses a topic that many couples want to avoid but don't have to. It's all about aligning your goals and working towards achieving your dreams together.
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Aug 24, 2021
Nurturing Tenacity in Children with guest Dr. Sam Goldstein
In this episode of the Brainy Moms parenting podcast, Dr. Amy and visiting co-host Sandra Zamalis interview the renowned Dr. Sam Goldstein, pediatric neuropsychologist and co-author of the book, Tenacity in Children: Nurturing the Seven Instincts for Lifetime Success.
Dr. Sam shares the importance of focusing on a child's strengths and assets in order to build resilience and tenacity. He talks about the 7 instincts that lead to tenacity (or grit) and how parents can impact the development of those instincts to give their child the biggest chance of success. This episode is full of insights and information about the brain from a pioneer in the field of child psychology.
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Aug 17, 2021
Keeping Kids Safe from Sexual Predators Online with guest Christy Keating
In this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Christy Keating, Founder & CEO of The Heartful Parent and former attorney specializing in the prosecution of sexually violent predators. Christy continues our discussion about protecting our children in an internet-driven world. She shares 7 strategies for keeping kids safer online, teaches us warning signs of predatory behaviors, and coaches us on how to talk to our kids and teens about pornography and privacy. It's an episode full of tips for parents of both younger and older kids.
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Aug 10, 2021
Protecting Our Kids from Sexual Abuse & Trauma with guest Clint Davis
In this episode of the Brainy Moms parenting podcast, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Clint Davis, a licensed counselor, pastor, and trauma specialist. Clint shares how technology and social media have contributed to widespread sexual abuse and trauma for the current generation of children. This episode rattled us with the shocking statistics and showed us where we can fall short as parents in protecting our children from predators. It's an uncomfortable conversation about having uncomfortable conversations as families, but so very necessary to keep our kids and teens safe. Don't miss this one.
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Aug 6, 2021
Spotlight on Milena Nemecio, author of "Don't Stop Dreaming, Abby"
In this 5-minute short segment of Brainy Moms, we shine the spotlight on Milena Nemecio, author of the children's book "Don't Stop Dreaming, Abby" about a girl who doesn't let her ADHD stop her from dreaming about her future.
*About the book:* Abby is a sweet little girl with big dreams. She faces challenges in school and has trouble making friends. Abby feels lonely and thinks something is wrong with her. No one, not even her family, seems to understand her or see that Abby is struggling with something unknown. A kind and patient teacher observes Abby and figures out what the trouble is. With her teacher's help, Abby overcomes her problem without having to stop dreaming.
*About the author:* Milena Nemecio lives in San Antonio, Texas, with her husband, Pedro and dog, Koda. Growing up, she often had trouble concentrating and completing tasks; the problem continued well into adulthood. She was diagnosed with ADHD at age 20, but it did not stop her from going to college and learning man…
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Aug 3, 2021
The Power of Self-Talk with guest Shelley Bosworth
In this episode of the Brainy Moms parenting podcast, Dr. Amy and Teri interview female mindset coach Shelley Bosworth of Shelley Bosworth Coaching and host of The Successful Ladies Escape Lounge on Facebook. Shelley shares how our years of negative self-talk impact how we approach challenges in life and that we can learn to reframe our thoughts and the way we speak to ourselves in order to create a mindset that moves us forward. She says that so many women want more out of their lives but just don't know how to approach getting there. Her coaching and free Facebook support group helps women with mindset, motivation, and momentum for experiencing and achieving success.
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Jul 27, 2021
COVID’s Impact on Children’s Mental Health & How We Can Help with guest Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge
In this episode of the Brainy Moms parenting podcast, Dr. Amy & Teri interview Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge: psychologist, mental health trailblazer, founder of the Global Institute of Children's Mental Health, a media expert who is changing the way we view and treat children's mental health, and author of the book, It's Gonna Be OK!
Dr. Roseann shares how the pandemic has worsened the mental health crisis for our children and adolescents and what we are seeing as a result. She talks about the impact of social isolation and how children are struggling with regulating their emotions and their basic abilities to communicate with others. The good news? There are ways we can help. Dr. Roseann offers some fantastic tips for parents and reassures us that despite the current challenges, it's going to be okay!
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Jul 20, 2021
Drinking During Pregnancy: FASD Facts and Impacts on Learning with guest Natalie Vecchione
In this episode of the Brainy Moms parenting podcast, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller interview Natalie Vecchione - Homeschool Consultant, FASD Advocate, and author of the book, Blazing New Homeschool Trails: Educating and Launching Teens with Developmental Disabilities. In the first half of the episode, Natalie shares her story of giving up a career as an art and recreational therapist to homeschool her adopted son with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. From this experience, she gives listeners tips on adapting the homeschool curriculum to meet the needs of neurodiverse kids--a new way of thinking about preparing kids with special needs for adulthood.
In the second half of the show, Natalie shares facts and research about FASD that may surprise even the most informed among us. Her research-backed message? No amount of alcohol is safe during pregnancy. This is a must-listen episode with a passionate and knowledgeable FASD expert.
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Jul 13, 2021
The Path to Confidence with guest Stephanie Dua
In this episode of the Brainy Moms parenting podcast, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Stephanie Dua, Co-Founder and President of HOMER Learning, an early reading and math program for kids 2-8. Stephanie shares the importance of creating a strong foundation of reading and math readiness skills for confidence beginning or returning to school. She also shares insights for moms about her 80/20 parenting philosophy with tips on eliminating a perfectionist mindset and adopting a more simplified approach. The conversation also includes helping children manage big emotions with confidence. It's an episode full of tips and insights from a highly-experienced and respected education entrepreneur!
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Jul 6, 2021
The Nurtured Heart Approach to Parenting & Communicating with guest Lillian Reekie
In this episode of the Brainy Moms podcast, Dr. Amy Moore and visiting co-host Sandra Zamalis interview The Parenting Strategist, Lillian Reekie. Lillian shares her personal journey and challenges of raising a neurodiverse child and the transformative impact of learning and implementing Howard Glasser's Nurtured Heart Approach to parenting and communicating with both her children. As an Advanced Trainer in this extraordinary approach, she teaches moms (and dads) how to use it in their own relationships with their children. Lillian gives listeners some parenting tips to use right away, free access to her book, and information about her Facebook group and parenting classes. Grab your tissues and listen to this heartwarming and encouraging episode!
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Jun 29, 2021
Resuming Your Career after a Break: Strategies for Moms with guest Janice Scholl
In this episode of the Brainy Moms podcast, Dr. Amy Moore and visiting co-host Sandra Zamalis interview Janice Scholl, host of the Money, Career, & Motherhood podcast and founder of Strategic Sabbaticals. Janice discusses the struggles and fears that moms face when trying to return to work after taking a break to have a child. She shares tips for staying connected during a break, being thoughtful in considering what the next career looks like, and how to explain the break in a way that will appeal to future employers. We discovered that being strategic about a career break is possible and got some great resources for helping moms to do it!
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Jun 22, 2021
10 Tips for Raising Good Humans: Life Lessons from a Global CEO with Kim Hanson
In this episode of the Brainy Moms parenting podcast, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller interview Kim Hanson, the CEO of LearningRx and BrainRx --the largest network of cognitive training centers in the world. Kim shares 10 tips for moms, all focused on raising our kids as good humans. These tips are based on life lessons she learned from her parents, her work in brain training, and her experience as a mom of 4--including a set of twins and a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Kim went from teaching in an inner city school to running a global corporation all while juggling being a mom. Her tips for moms are doable, relatable, and 100% realistic. Want a sneak peak of just a few? She talks about being willing and brave, forgiving easily, being interesting instead of perfect, and being faithful in the little things. An inspiring episode for moms (and dads) with kids of all ages!
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Jun 16, 2021
Unplugged: Aftershow for "Fostering Your Child's Academic Perseverance"
Welcome to our first "aftershow" chat in the *Brainy Moms Unplugged *series! In this bonus episode, Dr. Amy and Teri reflect on their interview with Dr. Pooneh Roney and their discussion about fostering academic perseverance and self-efficacy and motivation. They share personal stories of their own children's struggles in this area and pose some thought-provoking questions about their own parenting.
This Brainy Moms Unplugged aftershow is based on the episode, "Don't Give Up! Fostering Your Childs's Academic Perseverance with Dr. Pooneh Roney."
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Jun 15, 2021
Don't Give Up! Fostering Your Child's Academic Perseverance - guest Dr. Pooneh Roney
In this episode of the Brainy Moms podcast, Dr. Amy Moore and Teri Miller interview the dynamic Dr. Pooneh Roney about her research on academic perseverance and motivation with kids. Dr. Roney shares what traits are the biggest predictors of perseverance and school performance and then gives moms tips on how to teach kids to not give up. She talks about ways to increase self-efficacy and promote a growth mindset. This is an episode packed full of wisdom and takeaways for educators and moms.
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Jun 8, 2021
Building Blocks for Life: Collaboration and Problem-Solving through Hands-On Learning with Guest Laura Coe
In this episode of the Brainy Moms podcast, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Laura Coe, the Founder and CEO of Snapology, a STEM/STEAM enrichment program for kids. Laura shares the importance of hands-on learning experiences for children, particularly those that include exposure to science, technology, engineering, art, and math. She discusses the benefits of early experiences with building blocks, robots, and other hands-on materials to help create a foundation of critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, teamwork, and other social skills.
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Jun 1, 2021
Raising Innovative Thinkers: The Power of Art for Kids with guest Bette Fetter
In this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy interviews Bette Fetter, the CEO of Young Rembrandts and the author of the #1 Amazon bestselling book Being Visual: Raising a Generation of Innovative Thinkers. Bette shares how the arts are critical for developing the skills that lead to creativity, innovation, and out-of-the box thinking. She discusses how schools are missing the opportunity to nurture these skills that every child will need in adulthood regardless of career path. Best of all, she shares how *all* children have the capacity for artistry with some instruction.
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May 25, 2021
From Trauma to Transformation: Finding the Silver Lining in The COVID Cloud
In this uplifting and encouraging episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri share that although 2020 was a difficult year with suffering and frustration and loss, there are stories of success and triumph and hope as well. They share tips on how we can adopt a mindset of growth and transformation as we are coming out of this global pandemic, and discuss examples of how the pandemic has led to positive changes and ways to help children identify the positives in their own lives.
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May 18, 2021
Fit Bodies, Fit Brains: Academic Benefits of Physical Activity for Children - guest Sophia Wastler, MS Ed
In this episode of the Brainy Moms podcast, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Sophia Wastler, MS Ed, the Founder and CEO of the STARZ Program--a children's fitness enrichment program. Sophia shares how her experience as a physical education teacher inspired her to create a fitness program for young children to give them a jump start on the benefits to their brains and academic performance. She gives tips for helping kids engage in physical activity and tells us why it's so important. Sophia also shares how moms can easily start their own children's fitness business.
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May 11, 2021
Succeed at Parenting without Losing Who You Are - guest Dr. Whitney Casares
In this inspiring episode of The Brainy Moms podcast, Dr. Amy and Teri interview pediatrician Whitney Casares, MD, author of the book The Working Mom Blueprint: Winning at Parenting Without Losing Yourself. Dr. Whitney shares insights on how to overcome feeling conflicted about managing the many responsibilities of motherhood and gives moms tips on how to hold on to their own identities amidst the chaos of parenting. Her message is for *all* moms: working moms, stay-at-home moms, homeschool moms, & working-at-home moms! And her advice will resonate with Dads as well.
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May 4, 2021
Help for Auditory Processing Disorders with Dr. Jody Jedlicka
In this episode of The Brainy Moms podcast, Dr. Amy interviews audiologist Dr. Jody Jedlicka. Dr. Jody specializes in auditory processing disorders (APD) and the challenges children with APD experience. She shares her clinical experience with brain training as an effective intervention for APD, not only for remediating cognitive deficits but also for improving the personal stories children can begin to create about their own futures. Want to hear more from Dr. Jody? Check out her podcast, The Sisterhood of Success.
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Apr 27, 2021
Unpacking the Mom-cation: Selfish Getaway or Essential Rest?
In this episode of Brainy Moms, we discuss the practice of taking a solo getaway known as a mom-cation, or Mommy Sabbatical. Teri advocates strongly for the practice while Dr. Amy suggests that time could be better spent with a significant other. Sharing recent research and personal experience on both sides of this subject, it's their liveliest debate yet. Don't miss hearing the pros and cons of the mom-cation as well as some alternatives.
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Apr 20, 2021
Helicopter Parenting: The Good, the Bad, & the Alternative Flight Plans
In this episode of the Brainy Moms podcast, Dr. Amy and Teri discuss a variety of parenting styles, including Helicopter, Free-Range, Lawnmower, and Tiger parents. They reveal results from recent research on the pitfalls of helicopter parenting, talk about what other experts are saying, and share their personal parenting styles. Dr. Amy offers 8 tips for all parents, regardless of their current parenting style, to help connect and communicate well with their children.
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Apr 13, 2021
Help Your Child Finish the School Year Strong!
In this episode of the Brainy Moms podcast, Teri asks how moms (and dads) can help their kids push through the last months of school to finish the year well. Dr. Amy shares some tips for motivating and communicating with both elementary age and older kids to help them persevere to the end of the year. They also discuss how parents can manage their own expectations and redefine what finishing strong means for each individual child, especially during a pandemic year.
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Apr 6, 2021
What Should Working Moms Never Say to Stay-at-Home Moms (& Vice Versa)?
In this episode of the Brainy Moms podcast, Teri and Dr. Amy discuss common mistakes in communication between working moms and stay-at-home moms. Combining their own experiences with some conversation oopsies highlighted in the media, they share tips on talking "across the aisle" with moms who probably aren't so different from one another after all.
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Mar 30, 2021
Help! Is my kid falling behind because of COVID?
In this episode, Teri asks if moms should be concerned their kids are falling behind their peers because of the pandemic. Dr. Amy says that's the wrong question to be asking and shares insights on how to accurately measure COVID "learning loss" and what to do about it if your child is indeed struggling in school right now.
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Mar 16, 2021
Preview Episode! You Know Your Child is Struggling but the School Disagrees
In the dress rehearsal episode for their new podcast, Teri discusses the frustration parents face with they know their child is struggling in school but the school testing shows their child is fine. Don’t miss Dr. Amy’s expert explanation for this phenomenon and what to do about it!
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Mar 4, 2021
Brainy Moms: The Parenting Podcast for Smart Moms
In this trailer for Brainy Moms, we describe the weekly parenting podcast hosted by cognitive psychologist (and mom of 3) *Dr. Amy Moore* and child development researcher (and mom of 9) *Teri Miller, MS Psy*. Together, we bring you conversations with us and expert opinions from brainy guests on topics in parenting, child development, education, psychology and mental health, and even some neuroscience. Tune in for tips and helpful advice for helping you and your child thrive in life, learning, and relationships.
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