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Does your child get overwhelmed in noisy spaces, resist certain clothes, or worry when plans change? Dr. Sarah and Dr. Rebecca Hershberg explore where anxiety and sensory sensitivities overlap, how to tell when to seek help, and strategies for supporting your child’s nervous system.

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329. Q&A: Is my child anxious or just sensitive? Or could it be both?

Young girl crying indoors, showing signs of emotional distress.

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328. The neuroscience of raising emotionally resilient kids: Supporting your child’s emotional growth and regulation with Dr. Kristen Lindquist

Smiling young boy in a classroom setting, representing positive emotional development.

Neuroscientist Dr. Kristen Lindquist joins Dr. Sarah to explore how children develop emotional regulation—and how parents can support that growth. Discover practical, science-backed strategies to build your child’s emotional literacy, resilience, and coping skills without overwhelming them.

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327. Q&A: What’s the best way to explain and prepare my toddler for my upcoming surgery without scaring them?

Parent with leg brace and crutches adjusting to limited mobility after surgery.

Worried about how your surgery might affect your toddler? Learn how to prepare your child for temporary physical limitations and changes to your routine in a developmentally appropriate, non-scary way—while supporting emotional connection and your own healing.

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326. When your partner feels like a roommate: Why couples can feel disconnected after kids and what to do to reconnect with Chelsea Skaggs

Happy parents, a man and a woman, kissing their baby on the cheeks, showing love and family connection after kids.

Explore how to reconnect with your partner after kids in this podcast with Chelsea Skaggs. Learn practical strategies to overcome disconnection, navigate mismatched energy, and foster deeper intimacy using nervous system regulation and communication tools for a stronger romantic relationship.

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