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

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375. Q&A: How can I teach my sensitive child to cope with teasing?

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374. Reclaiming your focus: Distraction, screen time, and becoming more present with Nir Eyal

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373. Q&A: Is it normal for my toddler to want to wear the same outfit every day?

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372. Mom guilt, good guilt, and letting go: How to tell when guilt is helping you (and when it’s holding you back) with Dr. Saumya Dave

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371. Q&A: I’m worried no one will come to my child’s birthday party. What do I do?

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370. Is America’s achievement culture fueling a mental health crisis in our kids? With Dr. Doug Bolton

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369. Q&A: How do I get my 3-year-old to stop crying over everything?

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368. Settling your unsettled baby: How to read your child’s cues, build routines, and trust your instincts with pediatrician Dr. Golly

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367. Q&A: How to know if group therapy would be a good fit for my child?

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366. Breath-holding spells in children: What’s normal, what’s not, and how to stay calm with pediatrician Dr. Caity Gilman

Young child crying hard outdoors with tears streaming down their face.

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365. Q&A: How do I start making meaningful holiday traditions with my kids when all they want is presents?

Parents and child decorating a lit Christmas tree together in a cozy home.

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364. The psychology of autonomy and growth: Building stress tolerance, confidence, and motivation with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson

Toddler with arms raised toward a caregiver, showing energy, confidence, and a desire for connection.

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363. Q&A: Is it normal for my toddler to constantly say they’re sorry for everything?

Parent and toddler smiling and touching hands while sitting near a window.

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362. A simple parenting strategy with a big impact on kids’ self-regulation, attention, and creativity, with somatic therapist Alé Duarte

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361. Q&A: What can I do if my child is reading below grade level, but is resistant to tutoring?

Child reading with an adult in a library setting while practicing literacy skills.

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360. Millennial Menopause: What every woman needs to know about perimenopause, hormones, and mental health with Lauren A. Tetenbaum

Woman smiling while holding a warm mug, reflecting calm and self care during perimenopause.

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359. Q&A: Is the 24/7 news cycle harming your mental health?

Young person watching TV with a pensive expression, symbolizing media overwhelm.

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