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Goodbye Chicago, Hello China | Adventures in Motherhood Jul 26, 2016

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You know the lyrics to Frozen's "Let It Go," but how about in Mandarin? In this lighthearted and seriously entertaining 89th Atomic Moms episode, Ellie Knaus and guest co-host Bridget Moloney-Sinclair introduce you to Amber Duke, a big-hearted mama who leans into adventure and embraces motherhood camaraderie. We talk about living in China: the cultural adjustments and the toddler parenting wins. We discuss how Amber's husband quit his Chicago job to become the stay-at-home dad in China (and the partner award goes to...!). And we give a shout out to Amber's online mom group: the F15 Vipers, who prove that Motherhood can lead to the most satisfying friendships across time zones. Find us on social media: @atomicmoms, Facebook "atomic moms", and atomicmoms.com Join our new "crib notes" newsletter on atomicmoms.com Subscribe on iTunes.com/AtomicMoms and help us out by leaving a review. xo Ellie Knaus See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How to Supercharge Your Parent-Child Relationship Jul 19, 2016

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What's the #1 thing you can give your kid? A healthy, loving connection with you. But sometimes it's really hard. Okay. Really effing hard. Luckily, we have some parenting world rockstars here to help. Featuring brand new commentary with host Ellie Knaus and insights from these remarkable guests: *Erika Christakis: early childhood educator, Yale lecturer, and author of this year's New York Times bestseller "The Importance of Being Little" *Roma Khetarpal: parent educator, Tools of Growth founder, author of the Nautilus Award winner "The 'Perfect' Parent: 5 Tools for Using Your Inner Perfection to Connect with Your Kids" *Susan Stiffelman: licensed psychotherapist, credentialed teacher, The Huffington Post's "parent coach", and author of "Parenting without Power Struggles: Raising Joyful, Resilient Kids While Staying Cool, Calm, and Connected" and "Parenting with Presence: Practices for Raising Conscious, Confident, Caring Kids" (An Eckart Tolle edition). Please share this podcast with your friends and loved ones. Or mortal enemies. Hey, it might make them a little nicer. If you appreciate this content, please help us out by leaving a review on iTunes. (Email me on atomicmoms.com so I can thank you.) Find us on social media: @atomicmoms and on our Facebook "Atomic Moms" page. I'll be sharing articles from these fabulous guests all week. xx Ellie See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lifelong Family Secret | Liz Pryor Jul 12, 2016

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For nearly 40 years Atomic Moms guest LIZ PRYOR has kept a tremendous secret. In 1979 she moved into a government run, lock down facility for pregnant teenage girls and secretly gave birth to a child she’d never meet. Liz's new memoir "Look At You Now: My Journey from Shame to Strength," (Random House) explains her affluent and scholarly parents’ decision to send her away and what happens once she gets there. Liz’s siblings, friends, and relatives have not heard the truth until now. On Atomic Moms, we talk about legacy, the adoption, heritage, and shame, divorce, secrets, and second careers. We also ask this charismatic mother of three and "Good Morning America's Advice Guru" to help us with mama "overwhelm". Subscribe on iTunes to get the weekly podcast first. And continue the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram (@atomicmoms). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Separation Anxiety Part 1 | Jennifer Waldburger Jul 05, 2016

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#86 Parenting expert and Atomic Moms mentor Jennifer Waldburger answers a million questions in this two-parter with host Ellie Knaus. In this episode Jennifer offers practical tips for both the “rejected” parent and the “preferred ” parent. We discuss what attachment means and the signs of a healthy attachment. And we take a long hard look at our need to be needed and also mommy separation anxiety. Co-founder of Sleepy Planet Parenting and co-director of Mindfulness at Stephen S. Wise School in Los Angeles, Jennifer has co-written “The Sleepeasy Solution” and “Calm Mama, Happy Baby”. Find out more about our guest at sleepyplanet.com. Subscribe on iTunes.com/AtomicMoms so you don’t miss PART TWO of this discussion. If you enjoy listening to this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes. It’s immensely helpful. (And afterwards, shoot me an email through atomicmoms.com so i can thank you!) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

12 Minutes to a More Peaceful Family Life | Ethan Sawyer Jun 28, 2016

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Ep #85: Ethan Sawyer returns with an illuminating exercise that can help make our parenting job a little easier and way more harmonious. After a huge response from our “Core Values, College Essays, and Burning Man Babies” episode last fall, the nationally recognized college essay expert shares with our listeners a simple and empowering method for parents to break down problems (big and small) and find solutions… all by themselves. (So much cheaper than therapy! And as always, Ellie is the guinea pig). The parenting friends also laugh about baby sign language, competitive potty training, and the importance of Dumbo’s feather. Visit www.atomicmoms.com to print out the “Feelings and Needs” worksheet and to order “The College Essay Essentials: A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing a Successful College Admission Essay”. Follow @collegeessayguy and @atomicmoms on social media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Multicultural Mothering | L.A. Parent Magazine's Elena Epstein Jun 21, 2016

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Journalist Elena Epstein moved to Los Angeles during the Iranian Revolution when she was only ten years old. She chats with host Ellie Knaus about what it was like being the kid from "far far away" completely immersing herself in everything "American". Then she shares her soul-shifting experience reconnecting with her cultural identity once she became a parent herself. As the owner/creative director of L.A. Parent Magazine, Elena gives us tips for how to prepare your kids for the "right" college and how to handle mom peer pressure. You don't want to miss the one simple act you can do to ensure a strong family foundation! Subscribe on iTunes.com/AtomicMoms and join the conversation on @atomicmoms, Facebook, and www.atomicmoms.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Funny Dads | My Husband Adam & Emmy Winner Tony Hale Jun 14, 2016

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In honor of Father's Day, we're putting the spotlight on two of the funniest dads we know: Ellie's husband/comedy screenwriter ADAM SZTYKIEL (DUE DATE, UNDATEABLE) and 2x Emmy winner TONY HALE (HBO's VEEP, ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT). Adam shares the surprises of toddlerdom and gives a character sketch of each of their wacky fathers (extreme travel, like Mt. Everest included). Then Ellie shares a special conversation with Emmy winner Tony Hale (HBO's VEEP, ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT) about their big-hearted (and neurotic) attempts at mindfulness. They trade tricks for staying present, laugh about their shortcomings, talk about their work together on "Alvin and The Chipmunks: Road Chip", and discuss the origin story of Hale's whimsical children's book "Archibald's Next Big Thing". Share with a friend and subscribe on iTunes.com/AtomicMoms. Pretty please leave a review! Give us a shout out on social media @AtomicMoms and check out www.atomicmoms.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's Surprising How Strong We Really Are | Natalie Taylor Jun 07, 2016

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For any mother who has ever felt alone or feared that things couldn't get better, this one’s for you. On Father’s Day 2007, Natalie Taylor became a pregnant widow when her husband Josh died in a sudden accident. Overwhelmed by grief and the challenges of being a new mom, Natalie chronicles her first year of motherhood in the memoir SIGNS OF LIFE (Broadway Books). Armed with her wry sense of humor, Natalie opens up on Atomic Moms about: her return to happiness, her love of the Midwest, and what it's like living with four generations of her family on the same block. Please subscribe and leave a review on iTunes. And continue the conversation throughout the week on Twitter and Instagram @atomicmoms and on our “Atomic Moms” Facebook page. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Conscious Parenting Revolution | Dr. Shefali Tsabary, Ph.D. May 31, 2016

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Returning to Atomic Moms, conscious parenting trailblazer Dr. Shefali Tsabary shares insights from her brand new book "The Awakened Family: A Revolution in Parenting" (on sale May 31). This exclusive interview is for anyone who wonders why her kid can drive her crazy…for anyone hungry for external validation…for anyone wishy washy with her parental boundaries. Honestly, it’s a conversation for all humans, with or without kids. And you don’t want to miss Dr. Shefali Tsabary give host Ellie Knaus the best spiritual pep talk ever so that Ellie can finally let go of the performance pressure she has carried since she was a kid. Since taking the the parenting world by storm with her New York Times bestseller "The Conscious Parent: Transforming Ourselves, Empowering our Children", Dr. Shefali Tsabary has changed the conversation from how can we fix our kids to how can we heal ourselves. Last month Oprah Winfrey said, “Parents…you will be wowed and awed by her.” Listeners, we can’t wait to hear what you think/feel. Please subscribe and leave a review on iTunes. And continue the conversation throughout the week on Twitter and Instagram @atomicmoms and on our “Atomic Moms” Facebook page. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Warrior Parenting : Discipline and Empowerment May 24, 2016

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What does Bruce Lee have to do with parenting? It turns out a whole heck of a lot. Host Ellie Knaus wants to know how we can help our children stoke their inner fire, while reducing hyperactivity, and learning self-discipline, and meets with JOANN WABISCA (first woman in the USA to receive the coveted "Silver Glove" in Boxe Francaise Savate) and EDWARD MONAGHAN (USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame, UCLA professor) to get some answers. This husband and wife team run the renowned Ekata Training Center and have devoted their lives to teaching children, adults, and entire families the power of meditation and martial arts. Don't miss this fascinating discussion about mindfulness, reclaiming our power, and Monaghan's ADHD work with the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. Share this episode on atomicmoms.com. And subscribe on iTunes.com/AtomicMoms for next week's conversation with Oprah's favorite parenting expert Dr. Shefali Tsabary on her new book "The Awakened Family: A Revolution in Parenting". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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