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    Securely Attached

    Securely Attached is your go-to parenting podcast, supporting moms and dads from pregnancy all the way through their child’s adolescence and every stage in between.

    Join us every Tuesday as clinical psychologist and mom of two Dr. Sarah Bren shares her expertise and interviews top experts in the field, simplifying complicated concepts and pulling back the curtain on the brain science and psychology that drives and shapes the parent-child relationship.

    And now, every Thursday, Dr. Sarah Bren is joined by Dr. Emily Upshur and Dr. Rebecca Hershberg for a special segment, Beyond The Sessions. We’re answering YOUR parenting questions from the perspective of clinical psychologists highly trained in developmental science and real-life moms who get that parenting is messy, and sometimes we have to laugh, cry, and throw out the “rules.”

    From toddler tantrums, to effective discipline strategies, to leaning into the principles of respectful parenting, and to managing your own mental wellness as a parent—this podcast is your ultimate resource for judgment-free, research-backed information you know you can trust.

    About Sarah Bren, PhD
    Dr. Sarah Bren is a licensed clinical psychologist and mom of two who helps parents understand the building blocks of child development and how secure relationships form and thrive. Her work is focused on helping parents find their inner confidence so they can respond to any parenting problem that comes along and raise kids who are healthy, resilient, and kind.

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    Raising emotionally intelligent sons: Parenting boys to combat "toxic masculinity" with Ruth Whippman Jun 25, 2024
    Show notes

    We're diving into the complexities of raising boys during a transformative time in history with our special guest, Ruth Whippman. Ruth is an acclaimed author whose latest book, BoyMom, masterfully blends memoir, cultural critique, and reporting.

    In this episode, we explore:

    Brain Development: The differences in brain development between boys and girls, highlighting why baby boys need more intensive caregiving in their early months and how these differences impact emotional regulation and attachment.

    Cultural and Social Influences: Insights into contemporary boyhood, including the evolution of feminism, the #metoo movement, and the nature vs. nurture debate in the development of boys versus girls.

    Emotional and Relational Intelligence: The importance of teaching boys emotional intelligence and relational skills to mitigate the report of a loneliness epidemic that teen boys and young adult men are facing.

    Early Attachment Relationships: Understanding the importance of early attachment relationships and how they set the blueprint for future interpersonal skills and emotional well-being.

    Practical Parenting Strategies: Realistic advice for parents on how to foster empathy, emotional intelligence, and strong moral values in boys, moving beyond traditional gender norms.

    Join us for this enlightening and heartfelt episode as we delve into the essential work of redefining masculinity and creating a more emotionally inclusive world for our boys.

    LEARN MORE ABOUT RUTH:

    https://www.ruthwhippman.com/

    GET RUTH'S LATEST BOOK:

    BoyMom: Reimagining Boyhood in the Age of Impossible Masculinity

    CHECK OUT ADDITIONAL RELATED EPISODES:

    🎧 02. Attachment theory and fostering secure attachment relationships

    🎧 140. How understanding our child's sensory sensitivities can help us strengthen their emotional intelligence with Alyssa Blask Campbell

    🎧 24. The psychology behind dysregulation with Cara Goodwin


    Q&A: What's the best way to talk about my child's diagnosis with her and her sibling? Jun 20, 2024
    Show notes

    Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about...

    2:49 - Sharing information in an honest and developmentally appropriate way is helpful for kids, so it can be empowering to tell your child the name of the diagnosis.

    3:50 - Want to learn more about helping kids feel comfortable and confident taking advantage of school supports? Listen to the podcast episode we reference in this conversation.

    6:24 - Suggestions for specific language you can use to speak to your child about a diagnosis.

    9:54 - When is the right time to share this with your child who received this diagnosis as well as their siblings?

    10:45 - It's important not to avoid talking about the diagnosis or the symptoms with your child, which can inadvertently communicate to them that we don't think they can handle it.

    14:41 - If your child is older, how to bring up this conversation and repair anything that they may have inferred and encourage open and honest conversation going forward.

    19:00 - How to support the non-afflicted sibling so they know it's okay for them to take up space and also help them feel empathetic for their sibling that takes up a lot of space.

    ✨We want to hear from you! Go to https://drsarahbren.com/question to send us a question or a topic you want to hear us answer on Securely Attached - Beyond the Sessions! ✨


    Movement and motherhood: Expert advice on staying active throughout pregnancy and well into parenthood with Dr. Megan Roche Jun 18, 2024
    Show notes

    We're talking about pregnancy, fitness, and mental health!

    Joining me is Dr. Megan Roche. Megan received her medical degree from Stanford University, is the co-founder of the running coaching group Some Work All Play, and is currently pregnant with her second child.

    In this episode, we explore:

    1. Navigating Confusing Guidelines: We tackle the often confusing and sometimes scary guidelines around pregnancy and exercise. Megan demystifies the do's and don'ts and emphasizes the importance of balancing science with your own intuition to help you make the best decisions for your health.

    1. Mental Health and Exercise: Understand the profound connection between mental health and physical activity during pregnancy and throughout parenthood.

    1. Practical Movement Strategies: Realistic and relatable tips for incorporating movement into your busy life, especially for parents who often find themselves at the bottom of their own priority list.

    1. Community and Support Systems: Discover the value of having a supportive community, whether through social media, local groups, or friends and family, to help maintain motivation and accountability.

    Join us for this inspiring and informative episode that blends scientific research with deeply personal stories, all aimed at empowering you to stay active, healthy, and happy during pregnancy and well into parenthood!

    LEARN MORE ABOUT MEGAN:

    Megan Roche

    LEARN MORE ABOUT SOME WORK ALL PLAY:

    https://swaprunning.com/

    LISTEN TO MEGAN'S PODCAST, SOME WORK ALL PLAY:

    https://swaprunning.com/podcast

    DOWNLOAD MY FREE POSTPARTUM MENTAL HEALTH CHECKLIST:

    ➡️ Interactive workbook to create your personalized mental health checklist

    CHECK OUT ADDITIONAL RELATED EPISODES:

    🎧 Preparing your mind and body for pregnancy, birth and postpartum with Brooke Cates

    🎧 Bridging ancient wisdom and modern science with yoga therapist Nicole Katz

    🎧 Addressing the crushing weight of parenthood: How to lighten the load in pregnancy and parenthood with Dr. Christine Sterling


    Q&A: Why June sucks! (for parents and kids) Jun 13, 2024
    Show notes

    Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about...

    2:10 - In June there is often an influx of "end of the school year" activities, performances, and events added on top of our already packed schedules.

    5:32 - School is winding down, we're starting to feel energized by the thought of summer, but we're also still confined to the school-year schedule.

    7:30 - Practical strategies to make the end of the year more streamlined and manageable with your partner in parenting.

    9:21 - How to set yourself and your kids up for success and communicate with your kids' school and teachers.

    11:30 - Leaning into your community for things like carpooling, logistical support, and strategically figuring out how as a group you can take some tasks off your plate.

    12:36 - Evaluating and being flexible with your child's evening and sleep routine.

    19:19 - Be open to reevaluating and revising the plan when things aren't going as smoothly as you might want.

    RESOURCES WE REFERENCE IN THE EPISODE:

    🥱 In the episode I talked about giving my kids Hiya Kids Bedtime Essential vitamins. This isn't a sponsored product, I just really love this company. Check them out if you're interested, but make sure to always consult your child's pediatrician before you give them any supplements or medications.

    WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT GETTING ORGANIZED:

    🎧 Listen to my podcast about how to implement systems and schedules with Chelsi Jo

    🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about dividing responsibilities with your partner with Lauren A. Tetenbaum

    ✨We want to hear from you! Go to https://drsarahbren.com/question to send us a question or a topic you want to hear us answer on Securely Attached - Beyond the Sessions! ✨


    Independent sleeping: Practical solutions for getting your child to stay in their own bed with Eileen Henry Jun 11, 2024
    Show notes

    In this episode, sleep specialist Eileen Henry and I discuss a common challenge: how to get your child to make it all the way through the night in their own bed.

    Eileen helps us unravel this complex issue by addressing:

    1. Assessing the Situation: When to let it be and when to make a change.

    2. Understanding Motivations: Identifying whether the desire to reclaim your bed is for personal space, relationship reasons, or concerns about your child's development.

    3. Balancing Needs: The importance of ensuring everyone gets quality sleep and how this impacts overall family wellbeing.

    4. Setting and Holding Boundaries: Strategies to help your child transition to their own bed while maintaining emotional security.

    5. Attunement and Emotional Health: Teaching kids to recognize and respond to negative emotions in a healthy way.

    6. Practical Tips and Tools: Using physical boundaries like gates, incorporating dress rehearsals for bedtime, and the power of storytelling and play in easing transitions.

    Whether you're struggling with co-sleeping, managing separation anxiety, or just seeking better sleep for your family, this episode is packed with practical advice and compassionate support!

    LEARN MORE ABOUT EILEEN HENRY:

    https://compassionatesleepsolutions.com/

    BOOK A CONSULTATION WITH EILEEN HENRY:

    https://compassionatesleepsolutions.com/free-consultation-process/

    DOWNLOAD MY FREE TODDLER SLEEP GUIDE:

    7 ways to help create a more peaceful and effective nighttime routine

    LISTEN TO MORE EPISODES WITH EILEEN HENRY:

    Navigating sleep with a baby

    The basics of toddler sleep

    CHECK OUT ADDITIONAL EPISODES WE REFERENCED:

    RIE (Resources for Infant Educarers) from birth with Deborah Carlisle Solomon

    Evolving the principles of RIE to grow into respectful parenting with Janet Lansbury

    Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) with Eli Lebowitz


    Q&A: How can I get my toddler to share and play nicely with other kids? Jun 06, 2024
    Show notes

    Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about...

    1:50 - It's very developmentally typical for toddlers to have trouble with sharing and also there are things you can do to encourage and build this skill.

    7:25 - At 2.5 years-old, kids will likely need an adult to narrate and also facilitate the sharing so they learn how it's done.

    11:40 - Kids can become territorial at this age, so it can be helpful to have playdates at neutral places, like a park or a playground.

    13:40 - When you see your child start to get territorial, try to see this as an indicator that they need to take a break rather than a cue to teach them the importance of sharing - that can be done later, when they are more regulated and in control.

    16:47 - To build the skill of sharing, it's helpful to break this down into smaller tasks like tolerating frustration, setting healthy boundaries, and perspective taking.

    19:30 - We also want to be mindful not to encourage our kids to share without any limitations or we risk them feeling compelled to become more of a people pleaser.

    WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW YOU CAN PARENT YOUR DAUGHTER SO SHE DOESN'T BECOME A PEOPLE PLEASER?

    Listen to the podcast episode we reference in this conversation

    ✨We want to hear from you! Go to https://drsarahbren.com/question to send us a question or a topic you want to hear us answer on Securely Attached - Beyond the Sessions! ✨


    Using Internal Family Systems to emotionally support mothers with the creators of The Mothercentric Approach Jun 04, 2024
    Show notes

    When a child is born, so too is a mother.

    In this episode, we'll explore this metamorphosis and how the abrupt shift into motherhood can shatter our former identity into many different parts (and why that doesn't necessarily have to be a bad thing).

    Joining me is Rebecca Geshuri and Jessica Sorci, the brilliant creators behind The Mothercentric Approach, which blends Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy with maternal mental health.

    Rebecca and Jessica will help listeners understand IFS and how "parts work" can be vital for mothers. By acknowledging and accepting these different parts, mothers can begin to heal and integrate them, forming a more cohesive and balanced sense of self. This integration can shift how we feel about ourselves and how we show up as parents, leading to a more compassionate and effective approach to motherhood.

    LEARN MORE ABOUT THE MOTHERCENTRIC APPROACH - FOR MOMS:

    https://www.mothercentric.com/for-moms

    LEARN MORE ABOUT THE MOTHERCENTRIC APPROACH - FOR PRACTITIONERS:

    https://www.mothercentric.com/for-practitioners


    Q&A: How can I help my child maintain their friendships over the summer? May 30, 2024
    Show notes

    Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about...

    2:27 - Reframe your goal from being about maintaining the specific friendships to be about maintaining the social skills your child has acquired over the school year instead.

    4:13 - Using summer as your child's opportunity to get to try something new and allow them to explore different parts of themselves.

    6:26 - If a child has struggled in the past, the friendships they have may feel precious and fragile now, and that can make kids and parents alike feel anxious that this might go away.

    10:12 - It's helpful not to measure your child's social success based on their age and encourage them to have friends who are a year or two younger, if that they are lacking some social skills.

    14:43 - Tangible tips you can implement to support your child's social skills and encourage their building and maintaining deep friendships.

    19:10 - Having a plan-b with a singular person activity can be helpful for your child to have in their back pocket to play with if they struggle to join into a social group.

    ✨We want to hear from you! Go to https://drsarahbren.com/question to send us a question or a topic you want to hear us answer on Securely Attached - Beyond the Sessions! ✨


    Picky eating, ARFID, and SPACE: How a new anxiety treatment can help your child be more flexible around food with Dr. Yaara Shimshoni May 28, 2024
    Show notes

    Reduce stress around mealtimes and help your child be more flexible with what they eat!

    Joining me today is Dr. Yaara Shimshoni, a clinical psychologist and a clinical assistant professor at the Yale School of Medicine, Child Study Center.

    We'll explore the complexities of Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) and its distinction from typical picky eating. Yaara will detail how this severe eating disorder impacts children's health and social lives, and offer practical strategies for parents to reduce stress around mealtimes, encourage flexibility in eating habits, and break the cycle of accommodation that often exacerbates these issues.

    Plus, we'll help parents take the guiding principles of a therapy approach called SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions), and learn how to apply it with kids who are showing more normative picky eating challenges, that are not clinical, but still can be frustrating and exasperating for parents to navigate.

    LEARN MORE ABOUT YAARA:

    Yaara Shimshoni

    WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SPACE, CHECK OUT MY INTERVIEW WITH THE CREATOR, DR. ELI LEBOWITZ:

    Listen to the episode


    Q&A: How can I use a positive parenting approach with my older kids? May 23, 2024
    Show notes

    Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about...

    1:53 - What "positive parenting" really is from a psychological perspective.

    4:20 - Our child's development is not always linear, it's important to consider their regulation level and other situational factors when we set our expectations of them.

    5:20 - As parents, we're often more triggered when our elementary-aged and older kids exhibit "bad behaviors."

    7:19 - How to have a productive conversation with your child to pregame, collaboratively problem solve, and reflect on hot moments together once they are back in a regulated state.

    9:10 - For older kids, you may need more structured behavioral interventions beyond just validating emotions and reflecting their feelings back to them.

    14:17 - How to tailor your parenting approach to your unique child, rather than just accepting universal parenting strategies that may not be a good fit for you and your family.

    ✨We want to hear from you! Go to https://drsarahbren.com/question to send us a question or a topic you want to hear us answer on Securely Attached - Beyond the Sessions! ✨


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