393. Q&A: Is letting my anxious child sleep in my bed helping or making their anxiety worse?

Parent cuddling a child in bed at night, illustrating comfort, co sleeping, and bedtime anxiety support.

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392. The dopamine trap: Why screens and ultra-processed foods keep kids wanting more (but never satisfied) with Michaeleen Doucleff

Child eating breakfast while looking at a smartphone, showing screens and food habits in daily life.

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391. Q&A: Should I redshirt my child for kindergarten?

Smiling child holding a sign that says first day of kindergarten, showing kindergarten readiness excitement.

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390. Parenting toddlers through power struggles: How to set limits, support independence, and reduce meltdowns with Devon Kuntzman

Toddler smiling while building a tower with colorful blocks, practicing focus and problem solving.

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389. Q&A: Is it okay to have different rules for different kids in a blended family?

Two children sitting back to back on a couch, showing sibling conflict and fairness tension.

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388. AI, algorithms, and social media: How to protect your child from digital harm and advocate for change with Imran Ahmed

Two preteen boys sitting outdoors on a bench, both absorbed in their smartphones, illustrating screen time and social media use in children.

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387. Q&A: My child was left out by her friends. Now what?

Two preteen girls whispering to each other outdoors, illustrating the secrecy and social complexity of middle school friendships.

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386. PANS and PANDAS explained: Why some children develop sudden OCD, anxiety, or tics after illness with Dr. Nancy O’Hara

Distressed parent sitting on bed with hands on head, reflecting the overwhelm of navigating a child's sudden behavioral changes.

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385. Q&A: How can I encourage sibling empathy without making them responsible for each other’s feelings?

Two young children hugging and smiling, showing warmth and sibling connection.

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384. Why parenting can shake up your marriage: How to fight better, repair faster, and stay connected with Eli Weinstein

Parents cuddling with two young kids, reflecting connection during the marriage after kids season.

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383. Q&A: Can you spoil a toddler by holding them too much?

Parent holding a toddler on a couch, showing comfort and co-regulation during clingy phases.

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382. Why good moms feel bad (and how to stop letting your emotions run the show) with Rebecca Geshuri

Parent and young child sharing a close embrace, representing secure attachment and emotional attunement.

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381. Q&A: What is body doubling and how can it help my child with ADHD focus?

Child writing at a desk, representing getting started on homework with ADHD support.

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380. Orchid and dandelion children: How sensitivity shapes children’s health, behavior, and resilience with Dr. W. Thomas Boyce

Parent talking calmly with a child on a couch, modeling co-regulation and support.

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379. Q&A: How can I support my child who struggles with perfectionism?

Child crumpling paper in frustration during homework, a common perfectionism moment.

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378. Why mothers need to be held too: Somatic work and the circle of nurture with Lisa Rombach

Mother smiling while holding a warm drink, symbolizing nervous system support and relief from burnout.

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377. Q&A: What should I do when my child lies?

Upset child sitting with arms crossed while an adult points, showing conflict and pressure.

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376. How to build a family culture of play: Raising self-directed kids who play independently with Lizzie Assa

Toddler playing with wooden blocks at a table, illustrating independent play skills.

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