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Self-care strategies for parent burnout can be practical, not indulgent. In this expert interview, developmental psychologist Dr. Erin O’Connor shares ways to reduce stress, build confidence, and prevent burnout, from prioritizing play and unstructured time to flexible boundaries and radical acceptance.

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29. Self-care strategies to reduce stress, increase confidence and prevent burnout in parenthood with Dr. Erin O’Connor

Adult adjusts a child’s face mask, reflecting parenting stress and support during the pandemic.

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20. How will masks impact children’s language and social-emotional development? A conversation with SLP Becky Birkenfeld

How will masks impact our children’s development? Joining me is speech-language pathologist Becky Birkenfeld. Becky talks about what she’s observed in her practice, ways she’s feeling reassured about language development during ther pandemic, and actionable steps parents can take to foster communication skills with their child.

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