Everyday Parenting Podcast

Reprogramming an Easy-Going Kid - Tom | 21 Jul 08, 2019

Tom's son Patrick is an easy-going kid who is well-liked by his classmates and a favorite for hugs. Tom appreciates this but is also worried his son does not have enough competitive grit for what he perceives is a tough world ahead or the Zombie Apocalypse.

Tom shares his experience growing up and the tough road he had early in his career. Maribeth helps Tom reframe his view on Patrick and assuage some of his worries.

Get Physical - Jay | 20 Jun 24, 2019

Jay is frustrated that his three-year-old Ace is starting to hit when he's upset. He doesn't know how to help him and is losing his patience with Ace's tantrums. Ace has showed that he craves physical interactions with his dad but Jay is hesitant to engage in play fighting as he does not want to encourage violent play or behavior outside the home.

Maribeth helps Jay with tips on how to handle the hitting during tantrums. She also urges him to engage in physical play regularly in order to teach safe and model healthy physical interactions.

Accepting Their Choices - Edwin | 19 Jun 10, 2019

Edwin gets frustrated with the way that his daughter spends her allowance while he finds value in his son's spending choices.

The Toddler who Doesn't Listen - Gus | 18 May 27, 2019

Gus is a stay-at-home dad balancing three young kids. In this episode, he needs help with his middle child and only son, Ivan. Ivan seemingly ignores Gus and his wife when they ask him to do something he doesn't want to do. They've tried threats, pleading, and punishment but nothing seems to work.

Troublesome Threes - Mini Episode May 13, 2019

Maribeth answers this question from our Facebook Group:

I am struggling with troublesome 3's. Like really struggling. My son is constantly ignoring us and/or doing the opposite of what we ask, getting distracted and taking forever to get ready to leave the house. Hitting and pushing his 11 month old brother. I find I am yelling far too much, but i just dont know what to do anymore. I try to stay calm, but i am going back to work on a few weeks and I am stressed about getting out of the house in time to get the kids to daycare and get to work on time.

Besides waking up at 4am to leave the house by 745, what do I do to get my oldest to just follow my instructions and get ready to leave in the morning?

Trying New Things - Joe | 17 May 06, 2019

Joe wants his daughter to be more open to trying new things. He exposes her to lots of experiences but doesn't know how to transition her to take the leap with trying something new. Maribeth tries to guide Joe through strategies to expose her to new activities depending on what type of learner she is. She also points out that his daughter is trying activities, mastering them, and making strides in her own way.

Deciding to Home School - Noelle | 16 Apr 22, 2019

James was always active and had trouble sitting still. This translated to a difficult time thriving in traditional schooling settings. Noelle and her husband had James tested and found solutions that worked for their family including medication and home schooling.

From Struggling with Dyslexia to Earning a PhD - Alice | 15 Apr 08, 2019

Alice struggled through her schooling and teachers never expected much from her. She was never diagnosed with a learning difference, and was simply overlooked until college. Alice used her hardworking grit and perserverence to complete college and earn a PhD.

She wants things to be different with her kids. They each have different needs and learning challenges and she's doing her best to find the paths and resources to build on their strengths instead of forcing them into the normative box.

Misdiagnosed as OCD - John | 14 Mar 25, 2019

John always felt like he was outside of the box and didn't fit the norms. He was diagnosed and medicated for OCD. But the medication dulled him, and still had trouble prioritizing and quieting his mind.

He met Maribeth, took another look at himself, and discovered his ADHD.

Growing up with an ADHD Diagnosis - Sebastian & Tiffany | 13 Mar 11, 2019

Sebastian had problems sitting still and behaving like the rest of his classmates at school. So early on in his academic career in just first grade, he was diagnosed with ADHD and medicated. The medication made him focused but took away part of his ability to express himself.

Sebastian looks back at his childhood, the path that his diagnosis and medication put him on, and uses that insight as a way to see his daughter who has many similar traits.

Night Terrors - Mini Episode Feb 11, 2019

A six year old is going through dramatic and consistent night terrors. Maribeth helps walk through how to handle them and possibly prevent them.

Sleep Training - Mini Episode Jan 28, 2019

Maribeth answers a question from the Facebook Group:

"I need help with my 2 1/2 year old. I feel like I've tried everything and can't figure this out. For over 9 months now he's been out of the crib and in a twin bed and it has been a struggle to get him to sleep and stay put in bed since day 1. He gets out of bed and leaves his room between 3-10 times just within the first hour of putting him to bed. He will get out of bed and come find us within in minutes and we just keep putting him back over and over again. When he actually stays in his room he starts pulling out toys and playing. Lately he's started sneaking out of his room and going into his 5 year old brother's room (who's fast asleep) and starts pulling his toys out to play. We have tried adjusting bedtimes gradually earlier and later, we've tried adjusting bed time routines to get him tired out, nothing works. At this point my husband and I are so infuriated by his refusal to stay in bed we are struggling to stay calm and it becomes a power struggle after numerous attempts to put him in bed. Just as some background he is very persistent in all areas of life. We struggle to get him to follow directions in general. Please help! I normally have so much patience but I'm at my wits end and exhausted."

Mind Games - Mini Episode Jan 14, 2019

Maribeth answers a question from the Everyday Parenting Facebook Group:

"My daughter loves playing mind games with me since she was 1. She will be 4 in February.

She loves to ask for something (food, snack, toy) but then refuse it and throw a huge fit but throw another fit if you take it back. But you try to hand it to her a second time and she falls out on the floor again. Normally I just put it down on the counter and tell her if she wants it she can get it. Sometimes she gets it herself about 20 minutes later. It's exhausting. The intensity goes up and down. I try to snuggle her as often as I can. (It's rarely enough) We talk about using our words instead of whining and throwing a fit. I tell her I'm not going to help her if she can't talk to me calmly and nicely. In March we adopted our nephew. I try very hard to make sure she and her older brother get snuggles and mama time when the baby is asleep (or at least content). But she has been this way before he came. I joke that she is emotionally abusive. 😬

Also, she is potty trained and will go by herself when she is at preschool. At home she wants me to walk with her and wipe her and sometimes refuses to turn the light on herself. I assume it's a way of her saying "I still own you" because of the baby. As you can imagine it involves a lot of fits and if I tell her to go on her own and when she is done I'll help her she will stand there holding herself until I get up to walk her to the bathroom. She will wait until she is in pain and laying in the ground because she is trying to hold it. 😑 I love her but she really gets to me.

Help me Maribeth Henry! 🙏🏼"

FAQs - Jane | 13 Sep 17, 2018

In the season finale, Jane returns to the group session with three questions covering social media for a pre-teen, her daughter's fears, and her youngest daughter's relationship with her dad.

Sensory Issues - Marie | 12 Sep 03, 2018

The group session continues with Marie who has questions about the reactions of her toddler son He seems to be uncomfortable in many situations and has extreme reactions to discomfort. Maribeth helps her explore sensory issues.

Transitions & Zero Patience - Sarah and Reagan | 11 Aug 20, 2018

The group session continues, first with Sarah, and then with Reagan. Sarah returns from episode 3 and Reagan from episode 5. This time, Sarah asks Maribeth for advice about transitions away from screen time. Her son, Evan, has a tantrum every time he's told that his time on the iPad is over. Reagan is struggling to keep her cool. She has three children under five, two dogs, and has been dealing with health issues. She's finding that her patience is running thin.

The Apple Doesn't Fall Far from the Tree - Claire | 10 Aug 06, 2018

Claire comes to Maribeth worried about her 11 year old daughter Liv. Claire carries a great deal of mom guilt about how she may contribute to Liv's anxiety and Maribeth talks her through some strategies to connect with her daughter.

Home Visit - Sylvia and Adam | 9 Jul 16, 2018

We revisit Sylvia and Adam from episode 1 as Maribeth goes to visit them at home along with their daughter Ava and her grandma Alexandra. The family is still in transition, staying with Alexandra as their house continues construction. Adam's back surgery and recovery adds another layer of transition to their time since the first recording.

Tempers - Dad Group | 8 Jul 02, 2018

A group of dads don't know what to do with their kids' tempers and outbursts of anger. Griff is worried he has passed his bad temper down to his son. Gus is dealing with a kid who's hitting his sister. Joe's youngest tends to take his anger out on his toys throwing them around the room. Maribeth walks them through the process of managing their anger without squashing their feelings.

There is also discussion about disappointment a dad feels when a trip with his seven-year-old doesn't go as planned. The episode closes with a question from the Facebook Group on how to handle conflict during a playdate.

Mealtime - Dad Group | 7 Jun 18, 2018

Maribeth helps a group of dads diffuse the mealtime battles they have with their kids. Joe struggles with fighting about dessert and one daughter who won't eat meat. Gus asks his kids what they want, gives them what they ask for, and they still don't eat it. And Edwin offers his kids plenty of choices on the table, but all they eat is rice.

Sibling Rivalry - Dad Group | 6 Jun 04, 2018

Sibling rivalry is the subject shared by a few dads in a group recording. Three dads share their struggles with jealousy and competitiveness between their children. This is the first in a series from a recording of a dads group session.

Chewing Mystery and Sleep Training - Reagan | 5 May 21, 2018

Reagan's son Charlie has a dramatic response to his sister chewing. Will Maribeth be able to figure out why? Maribeth also sets Reagan up with a sleep training plan and tips to succeed.

Family Time - Jane | 4 May 07, 2018

Jane and her husband have four children. She feels guilty because the family is spending less and less time together as a unit. Maribeth teaches her to bring her children into this decision making process to build empathy. This is the second part of a three-part series from a group recording.

Defiance - Sarah| 3 Apr 23, 2018

Sarah is trying to figure out what to do with her son who has suddenly become very defiant. Maribeth helps identify where the behavior is coming from, how to prevent it, and how to address it when it comes up. Listen to the first episode from a recording at a group session.

*Apologies for the sound quality this episode, we're still learning!

Give Up Control - Maya | 2 Apr 08, 2018

Maya is managing a team at work and schedules, routines, and incentive systems at home. Juggling everything can be overwhelming sometimes and she has trouble breaking character from manager to mom. Maribeth helps Maya process the stress, control, and guilt related to being the boss at work and at home.

Four Going on Fifteen - Sylvia and Adam | 1 Mar 26, 2018

Sylvia and Adam are parents of four-year-old Ava and describe her as, "pretty much four going on fifteen." They are in the middle of moving from their first home, to Sylvia's mother home, and into a new home soon. As only children, Sylvia and Adam don't have a lot of experience with children and are looking for parenting advice as they navigate the transition of moving with a daughter who is managing some anxiety and sensory needs.

Everyday Parenting Podcast Trailer Mar 09, 2018

Introducing the Everyday Parenting Podcast with Maribeth Henry. Everyday Parenting goes beyond parenting advice as Maribeth interviews parents one-on-one and in groups to help them see the needs behind the behavior. Listeners will learn along with the podcast guests as Maribeth guides them towards a better understanding of their children.

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