Hi Big Little Besties! We were recently guests on the podcast Pop Culture Moms, and wanted to share it with you! Our friends Andie and Sabrina have been best friends for 20 years — and pop culture aficionados for even longer. On “Pop Culture Moms,” they’re taking their obsession with TV and movies to the next level by talking to folks like us, fellow “scholars” of pop culture, about what they can learn from the fictional moms we love most. Together, Andie and Sabrina explore the comedy – and tragedy – of what parenthood is like in real life. In this episode, Kirstin and Deena talk about why some of the best moms on TV right now are cartoons, and what the mothers in Bluey and Daniel Tiger are doing right. You can listen to more Pop Culture Moms at link.chtbl.com/popculturemomss1/afterbedtime
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Parenting with Empathy, from Pop Culture Moms

You know her from the *iconic* reality shows The Hills and The City, and we know her as a Big Little Bestie &amp; rockstar mom! Today we welcome creative director, designer, and mom to 6-year-old Sonny, the one-and-only Whitney Port!!! No topic is off limits, and we cover it ALL in our convo with this inspiring mom &amp; business woman. In this episode, we chat with Whitney about mom life, how she adjusts to life in the spotlight, and her ongoing IVF and infertility journey. This episode is a *true* treat and an incredible reminder that even though everyone’s journey is unique, we’re all in this parenting thing TOGETHER. And trust us: It will leave you feeling empowered, inspired, and even MORE obsessed with Whitney than you were already! PLUS:

The #1 thing Whitney regrets sharing on social media

Whitney gets super vulnerable and shares her struggles with secondary infertility—from pregnancy loss to her IVF and surrogacy journey 

Get the inside scoop on what it was like to be a part of The Hills craze

Whyyy is the internet so obsessed with Whitney’s body?? 

Whitney talks mom life: The very best parts AND the super challenging parts

Get the inside scoop on her reality TV journey — and how she used it as a stepping stone to launch an enviable career in fashion and design (consider us inspired!)

Get Whitney’s TOP TIPS for juggling her career and quality time with Sonny 

The BLF techniques that have TOTALLY *transformed* the bedtime routine in Whitney’s home from pure chaos to total calm

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The Hills’ Whitney Port on Fertility Struggles, Mom Life & More

Today on the pod we welcome Dr. Daniel Amen, an expert on brain health and mental health disorders. Dr. Amen is a best-selling author, a physician, an adult and child psychiatrist, AND a brain disorder specialist, who is making it his mission to end mental illness by creating a  revolution in the way we view brain health. In this episode, Dr. Amen brings a *research-backed* approach to help you learn to be the parent you want to be and raise emotionally healthy kids who are equipped to THRIVE. 
Highlights include:

Easy, concrete things you can start doing TODAY to ensure your child grows up with the *strongest* possible mental health

Practical tools to help our kids go from defiance, meltdowns, and power struggles to being responsible, confident, kind, and emotionally resilient

How we can boost OUR brains as parents and optimize our own mental health (because spoiler alert: our kids’ mental health starts with *us*)

The one GAME CHANGING thing you can do daily to foster a healthy brain and better behavior for your kid

The tool you can use to help make literally EVERY decision about optimizing brain health for you and your kid

The 11 major risk factors every person should know about if you want to keep your brain healthy

Plus, the brain science behind women feeling more guilt than men (Yep! It’s biology!)

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Boost Your Child’s Brain Health in 20 Minutes with Dr. Daniel Amen

Life is freaking hard. We are all doing hard things every single day – things like loving and losing; caring for children and parents; forging and ending friendships; battling addiction, illness, and loneliness; struggling in our jobs, our marriages, and our divorces; setting boundaries; and fighting for equality, purpose, freedom, joy, and peace. On We Can Do Hard Things, Glennon Doyle, author of UNTAMED; her wife Abby Wambach; and her sister Amanda Doyle do the only thing they’ve found that has ever made life easier: Drop the fake and talk honestly about the hard things including sex, gender, parenting, blended families, bodies, anxiety, addiction, justice, boundaries, fun, quitting, overwhelm . . . all of it. We laugh and cry and help each other carry the hard so we can all live a little bit lighter and braver, free-er, less alone.
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Introducing: We Can Do Hard Things

If you’re stuck in an endless cycle of yelling, threatening, and then feeling super guilty afterwards, you’re not alone. AND, today’s episode is for *you.* By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with an *exact* roadmap on how to handle those extremely common parenting triggers (your child’s crying, mess, whining) and find the right coping tools FOR YOU. Triggers will show up in your parenting journey no matter who you are. You’re not a monster, there’s nothing wrong with you, there’s nothing wrong with your child, sometimes we all need a reset and a roadmap. This episode will empower you with all the tools (backed in neuroscience) that you need, so that your triggers are no longer in the drivers seat with the way you parent. 
You’ll walk away from this episode with: 

An understanding of how your unique generational cycles are shaping the way you react

The ability to retrain and rewire your brain’s automatic stress response

4 concrete, *specific* tools you can use TODAY to stop your stress response in its tracks - so that you no longer yell, storm off, or go into fight or flight mode with your kids

Tools to work WITH your triggers instead of trying to push them down

Effective, REALISTIC coping skills to ground you in stressful moments in both parenting and life in general

Added bonus: everything you learn on todays episode will carry on to YOUR children -  as they watch you manage YOUR triggers, they’ll mirror stress management and emotional regulation 

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Stop Yelling: 5 Neuroscience-Backed Tips that will Transform Your Parenting

We’re unpacking the very *best* and the very *worst* TV parents—from Mom Tiger to Lorelai Gilmore to Logan Roy, and everyyyyone in between. Join us, along with VP hype squad aka Kristin’s husband Tyler for an episode that is *sheer fun*, includes TONS of nostalgia, and also happens to be full of SUPER valuable nuggets of ACTUAL parenting wisdom. Highlights include:

Lorelai Gilmore: national treasure OR in a super unhealthy codependent relationship with her kid?!

Who is the most universally loved TV dad, and is his parenting style admirable OR just completely unattainable?

Why TV moms *still* don’t get enough credit (BOO.)

Insight from an actual therapist on what *exactly* makes Logan Roy one of the WORST parents in TV history

Home Alone: Fun family flick or the start of years of therapy for Kevin McAllister?

PLUS a super helpful listener Q-and-A where we tell you how to handle your toddler’s screaming when it feels SUPER triggering

AND the EXACT, best way to get your kid to transition or leave the park when it’s time to go, including one of our favorite hacks to help you avoid a power struggle in the first place

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Where Lorelai Gilmore Went Wrong & Other Hot Takes on TV Parents

Defiance. Pushback. Power struggles. They’re one of the hardest parts of raising kids, but we’ve got some great news for you—it *DOESN’T* have to be this way! Today on the pod we are going to teach you how to end power struggles FOR GOOD, starting NOW! Join Kristin, Deena, and their special guest, BLF’s very own VP hype squad (Kristin’s husband, Tyler), as they walk through the three simple hacks to stop power struggles in their tracks. Hit that play button ASAP because it’s going to be totally game changing and make your life as a parent *so* much easier! Highlights include:

Three incredibly *SIMPLE*, *CONCRETE* steps to stop power struggles in their tracks, before they even begin

Tips *backed in neuroscience* to retrain YOUR nervous system to stay steady in chaos moments and not engage in a tug-of-war with your toddler

Easy tips for shifting your kid from pushback mode to collaboration mode (YES, PLEASE)

EXACTLY how to react when your toddler pushes back, to end power struggles in the long-term

How to lay a healthy foundation NOW so that the power struggles are totally non-existent by the time you have a big kid or teenager

The *bonus* fourth hack that that will instantly change your life, your relationship with your kid, and even your relationships with other adults

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Say GOODBYE To Pushback: The 3 Hacks That Will Change Your Life as a Parent

Struggling with endless battles over screentime? Not sure how to navigate the whole sharing thing? Going through some serious parent burnout? Then this episode is for YOU. Back by popular demand, today’s episode answers more of YOUR burning parenting questions! If you have a toddler or preschooler in your life, trust us, you’ve had to deal with allllllll of these issues we’re getting into today. This episode is for all of us and we PROMISE that the hacks that we share will make your life a million times easier. On this episode we cover:

Ending the cycle of screentime battles FOR GOOD, starting TODAY

Hot tips to make the concept of sharing click for your kid

The *specific techniques* to teach your toddler NOW to set them up with REAL sharing skills for their whole life

Mantras to ground yourself during the most chaotic moments

The parenting technique for you and your partner that will TOTALLY change your life, make you a better parent, AND prevent burnout before it starts

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End Screentime Battles TODAY: 3 Easy Steps That Will Stop Power Struggles for Good

If you want to laugh so hard you pee your pants a little (us too) - this episode just might be our funniest yet. Kristin, Deena, and Kristin’s husband, Tyler, aka VP Hype Squad unpack the craziest, best mom trends that we’re all obsessed with. (Plot twist: Tyler is way more up on what’s *in* with millennial moms than Deena is.) Whether you’re a total trend b*tch (Kristin) or couldn't care less about following the latest craze (Deena), this episode is SO fun, will having you laughing out loud, *and* will make sure you can keep up at preschool pickup (if you’re into that kind of thing). 
We unpack:

HOT takes from a man on mom trends from Y2K sunglasses to micro dosing on mushrooms

The upcoming mom approved 2024 trends you definitely don't want to miss

What trend took three months for Kristin to work up the courage to wear in public?!

A spicy round of “eff, marry, kill” featuring some of our favorite husbands from across the Housewives franchise

PLUS a super helpful toddler Q and A where we tell you EXACTLY how to react when your toddler says “I hate you”

AND our magical, totally lifesaving ‘poop chocolates’ recipe for when your kid is constipated

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Mom Trends: What’s Hot, What’s Not and What Is Crazy AF

We’re busting the myth that labeling feelings means you’re creating soft or weak kids. Real talk: there’s a way to *do* the whole feelings thing and there’s a way to *not* do the whole feelings kid if you’re wanting to raise strong, capable, emotionally resilient kids. If your parenting feels gentle, permissive, or like your kids are walking all over you? Then you’re doing the whole feelings thing wrong. Not to worry bestie, we are going to unpack EXACTLY how to label feelings, create lifelong emotional intelligence, all while being the strong leader that you are. Today's episode will be so empowering, you’re going to walk away with:

EXACTLY what to do in the moment when your kid is having BIG feelings

How feelings talk early on positively affects the brain and interpersonal relationships later on in life 

Hot tips backed in neuroscience to raise a truly strong kid

PLUS, bestie fan favorite VP Hype Squad, Tyler, is BACK and he’s coming in hot with how shoving down feelings has worked out for *him* and our generation of men

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If Your Parenting Feels Gentle, You’re Doing it Wrong: The Secret to Raising Emotionally Resilient Kids

On today’s episode we dive into something that SO many of us agonize over once we become parents. We’re talking about optimal age gaps, how many kids is the “right” amount of kids to have, and everyyyything that goes into making those decisions. On this episode we cover:

How many kids is the ideal number of kids to have?

The ideal age gap: What the *actual research* says in terms of child developmental outcomes AND parental happiness

How to deal when fertility struggles impacts your age gap/number of kids plans

Two under two: Setting your kids up to be lifelong best friends or a recipe for TOTAL CHAOS?

BUSTING the myths about only children

Concrete questions to ask yourself to to figure out what is best for YOUR family

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Family Planning: The Best Age Gap and Optimal Number of Kids! 

Back by popular demand, today’s episode answers YOUR burning parenting questions! From parenting to the personal, join us as we get REAL and dig in on the rollercoaster that is raising toddlers. On this episode we cover:

Helpful hacks for taking your kids out in public—and not having it be a total disaster

Is handing your kid an iPad at a restaurant really going to ruin them?

Go-to dinner ideas for when you’re TOTALLY drained 

Tips backed in neuroscience to help your kid regain confidence and make them feel safe after something scary happens

Tools to teach your toddler NOW to set them up to handle hard moments throughout their whole life

PLUS: Deena and her husband have started couples therapy—how is it going?!?

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Q&A Episode 4: SUPER EASY Toddler Dinners + Hacks for Taking Your Kids Out to Eat!

Today’s episode is a bestie catchup where Deena gives us the latest updates on her endometriosis journey. Join us as we catch up on how she’s doing after her endometriosis surgery and how she’s coming to terms with her *other* diagnoses. Highlights include:

How her surgery failed from relieving her symptoms 

Dispatches from a less-than-positive post-op appointment

What exactly is adenomyosis—and why does it leave some women suffering all the way until menopause?

Will this *triple whammy* diagnosis affect her fertility?

The “bad” news that is actually bringing her a TON of hope

Will the thought of MORE painful periods be enough to make Deena move up her plans to get pregnant again?


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Deena's Endometriosis Update: Navigating Pain and Planning Ahead

Today on the pod we welcome THE go to parenting expert in the research space: Emily Oster!!!! She’s a best-selling author, Brown Professor of Economics, data-driven pregnancy and parenting expert and is here to ease all of our minds about this whole parenting thing. On this episode, we chat with Emily on how to cut through the fear that comes with parenting, and help YOU make informed decisions based on *actual* data (rather than obsessing over what our mother in law or neighbor or that one viral instagram post that totally freaked you out).
Tune in as Emily shares:

The 3 things you need to provide for your kid to set them up for success

Is Cocomelon *really* rotting your child’s brain?

How much screen time is too much screen time? 

Her GAME CHANGING tip when it comes to discipline

The secret to making every parenting decision A MILLION TIMES EASIER (no, seriously)

What the research says about “redshirting” kids with summer birthdays in terms of kindergarten readiness

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Special Guest Emily Oster: How to Cut Through Parent Guilt and Get Down to What Actually Matters

Despite what our Instagram feeds are telling us, we actually DON’T need to suddenly become a whole new person the day the calendar hits January 1st.
Sure, the new year is a great opportunity for reflection, self-awareness, and goal setting. And? It can also be a recipe for MORE guilt, stress, and pressure that we really DO NOT need in our lives! On today’s episode, we talk about why typical New Year’s resolutions are kiiiinda bullsh*t—and how to take steps toward self-improvement in a *sustainable* way instead. 
On this episode, we’re going to: 

Show you how to release the pressure and bust through all the bullsh*t we’re fed about self-improvement

Teach you a quick, EASY 5 minute daily practice that’s rooted in science to make you instantly more intentional and happier!

Tell you EXACTLY what to do in the moment when our toddler says a swear word

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Resolutions are Bullsh*t: Getting Rid of the Guilt in 2024

On today’s episode, Deena tells all about her journey with endometriosis. Endometriosis affects 11% of women, so we have to ask ourselves, WHY is it SO effing hard to get a diagnosis and WHY aren’t more people talking about it?!? We go DEEP and cover it all, from the periods that left Deena doubled over in pain, to the doctors that brushed her off, to her recent surgery and recovery—and why it doesn’t just end there. If this episode helps one single woman to trust her intuition, remember she's not alone, and advocate for herself when it comes to her OWN body, it will be a story worth sharing. PLUS:

A real time update from Deena on her endometriosis surgery and recovery

How the recovery process has been SUPER healing for her marriage

What exactly is endometriosis—and why is it SO freaking painful?

Will this diagnosis affect Deena’s hopes to have another baby?!

The symptoms that she was being told to ignore that ALL women should look out for

A few concerning surprises that she was not totally expecting...

Why she’s feeling a mix of SO relieved and super scared of the unknown

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Painful Periods, Dismissive Doctors & a Diagnosis: Deena’s Endometriosis Journey 

By popular demand, we are back with another episode where we answer all of YOUR burning questions that you’ve sent in to us! On this episode we cover: 

The No. 1 key to preventing potty pushback (and all other kinds of pushback, too!)

How to STOP the pushback and negotiating from your tiny toddler

How to teach “stranger danger” and keep our kids safe *without* making them scared of all new people

Our number one hack for preventing tantrums

A spicy round of “Eff, marry, kill” featuring some of our favorite Bravo-lebrities

Alllll the hot tips and tricks for getting out the door for school with preschoolers and toddlers (and why Kristin chooses to ignore them!)

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Your Burning Parenting Questions, ANSWERED: Q&A Episode 2

Today we welcome toddler dad, fellow BLF Bestie, and absolute LEGEND, Andy Cohen!!!! (IS THIS REAL LIFE?!) The King of Bravo himself joins Kristin, Deena, and Tyler as we chat all things Housewives, dad life, and how he juggles it all. This episode is sheer fun *and* will leave you feeling so empowered as a parent! PLUS:

Learn how Andy blazed his own path in life and totally transformed reality TV as we know it today (Spoiler alert: It’s inspiring AF) 

Find out how Andy balances a busy career and QT time with his kids 

Andy gets vulnerable and shares about guilt and tough parenting moments 

We reveal the No. 1 thing that all toddlers *and* Housewives really want

Andy gives us the inside scoop on how Watch What Happens Live came to be

We pay homage to Watch What Happens Live and play a spicy round of “Plead the Fifth” 

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Andy Cohen on Parenting Housewives AND Toddlers + Which One is Harder 😂

On today’s episode, Kristin and her husband Tyler get vulnerable and share their IVF journey. From their secondary infertility diagnosis to a devastating pregnancy loss to the IVF that led to their third baby, be prepared for a raw and emotional look at what SO many couples go through trying to conceive. If you’re going through this right now, or you’ve been through it before, we hope this episode is the warm hug that reminds you that you’re NOT ALONE and there is *absolutely nothing* shameful about infertility! PLUS:

A detailed look at the IVF process from injections to egg retrieval to embryo transfer

What to *avoid* saying to someone struggling with infertility

How to support a friend or family member going through the IVF process

Why secondary infertility doesn’t get proper airtime and deserves WAY more attention

The No. 1 hardest thing about the IVF process for Kristin and Tyler

Pineapple cores, McDonald’s French fries and more - rituals and old wives tales that Kristin picked up from the infertility community along the way


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An IVF Journey: Kristin’s Struggle with Secondary Infertility

By popular demand, we’re devoting a whole episode to answering YOUR burning questions. Join us as we answer your Q’s on:

How to end parent preference struggles for good! Get your life back, girl!

Why using rewards for potty training *doesn’t* work—and how to potty train quicker and easier 

Our No. 1 tip to potty train your toddler in three days 

How to handle YOUR OWN big feelings *while* parenting your kids and supporting them through THEIR big feelings (spoiler: this sh*t is hard)

A real-time update from Deena on where her marriage stands today

The ONE thing you want to *avoid* when your toddler is hitting

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Your Burning Parenting Questions, ANSWERED! 

For the first time ever, we’re sharing *exactly* how we turned sheer PASSION into a real, thriving business. If you have a big dream and you’re feeling stuck, this episode will leave you fired up and feeling empowered to turn that crazy dream into a thriving business! PLUS:

A step-by-step playback of how we launched and grew our business into what it is today

The power of dreaming big and how being wildly, authentically *YOU* leads to big success

Why traditional business advice doesn’t apply when you’re shaking up the space

Our top 3 tips for anyone who wants to pursue their own business dreams

An honest take on the pros and cons of running a business with your best friend

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Besties in Business: How We Turned Sheer Passion into a Thriving Business (and You Can Too!)

We’re talking about why being shy isn’t a bad thing—in fact, “shyness,” aka listening to your inner voice that tells you to pause before blindly following the pact, can be a real SUPERPOWER as your kid gets older! Join us as we bust through the myth that only outgoing kids are the confident ones and share why shy kids are actually incredibly self-assured and self-aware. PLUS:

Game-changing tips to help your child feel comfortable in new situations

What to do EXACTLY in the moment when your kid is feeling nervous or scared

How to build your kid’s confidence and foster resilience while preserving their inner voice

5 easy strategies you can start using TODAY to support “shy” kids and shift them into full-on thriving mode

The *secrets* to raising secure, confident, self-assured children

A surprise guest joins us mid-episode! Any guesses?

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Shyness is a Superpower: The Secret to Raising Secure, Confident Kids

If you’re struggling with burnout, this episode will literally change your life. Child Therapist Deena Margolin and Parent Coach Kristin share their number one parenting tool: the 80/20 rule. This parenting strategy is so easy you can start it TODAY, and will instantly take the pressure off, leading to a happier, healthier you. 
On this empowering episode, you'll learn how to:

Transform your happiness levels, TODAY using the 80/20 rule

Take 20% of your mental and physical load off your plate right away 

Stop hitting your breaking point by proactively using the 80/20 rule *before* you burn out

Set your kids up for a lifetime of success by watching you be a healthy, happy caregiver

Change the way you and your family approaches/views motherhood

Release the guilt and lower the pressure that comes with parenting


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Pushing Past Perfection: The Parenting Tool That Will Save Your Life

Halloween is SO fun, and? Like with any fun, exciting thing in toddlerhood, it comes with TONS of meltdowns and tantrums. But don't worry, this episode gives you *everything* you'll need to make this Halloween the best EVER. Get game-changing hacks to handle tantrums - and even straight up prevent some! PLUS: 

Get the inside scoop on our night on Watch What Happens Live hanging with Andy Cohen and The Real Housewives (Spoiler alert: It was the best day of Kristin's life) 

Learn the ultimate costume hack so your kid *might* actually wear it for trick-or-treating!

An answer to the dreaded candy question: How much candy should you let them eat on Halloween night?! 

Get a step-by-step plan for when your toddler feels scared 

Find out our #1 tip that will totally transform your Halloween night! 


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Ghosts, Goblins, Meltdowns Oh My: Handling and Preventing Halloween Tantrums

On today’s episode, we tackle a true hot button topic: Is it better for your kids if you are a working parent or a stay-at-home parent? (Spoiler alert: Both are jobs, both are hard, both are rewarding, aaaannd you’re doing an amazing job!) Join us as we dive into the research and unpack our own unique journeys as parents, including insight from former stay-at-home daddy, Kristin’s husband Tyler (back by popular demand!). You'll leave feeling empowered and beyond proud of yourself, PLUS:

Get specific tools for releasing the guilt, so that you can feel confident in your own situation

Leverage what the research says about achievement, success, and behaviors between children with a stay-at-home parent or without one

Bust through the gender biases that moms and dads face when it comes to working or staying home

Tips for finding the right fit for YOUR family 

Why either choice is both challenging and rewarding, and how to get rid of the whole "grass is always greener" feeling 

Rapid-fire advice from Kristin, Deena, and Tyler, empowering you to feel confident in whatever role you’re currently in


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The Stay-at-Home Vs. Working Parent Debate: What’s Best for Your Kids? 

 In the world of feelings, there are winners and losers, and somebody has to be the judge. World-renowned, self-proclaimed couples therapist Dr? Sheila invites you to sit in on her private sessions with clients. (For legal reasons, Dr? must be said in the form of a question.) Each week, a new couple…and a new puzzle to crack. You’ll get to hear, and benefit from, many of her famous techniques as she counsels patients on overcoming disagreements, dealing with an overstepping mother-in-law, navigating open relationships, and much more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show, because the best way to feel better about yourself is to compare your problems to the problems of others. “Say More” features guests including Fred Armisen, Ike Barinholtz, Kate Berlant, Janine Brito, Rachel Dratch, John Early, Tina Fey, Ana Gasteyer, Ilana Glazer, Peter Grosz, Abbi Jacobson, John Lutz, Jason Mantzoukas, Lennon Parham, Chris Parnell, Paula Pell, June Diane Raphael, Maya Rudolph, Paul Scheer, Jessica St. Clair, Jean Villepique, and Stephnie Weir. and stars Amy Poehler as Dr? Sheila. Listen to and follow Say More with Dr? Sheila, an Audacy production, on the Audacy app or wherever you get your podcasts.
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 Introducing Say More with Dr? Sheila

Real talk? We all want to raise resilient, strong kids. BUT is punishment and “tough love” the way to get there? In this powerful episode, Child Therapist Deena Margolin and Parent Coach Kristin Gallant use modern brain science to pave you a practical path to raising resilient kids. They're totally busting the myth that parenting with respect and kindness creates “snowflake kids” who are fragile, entitled, and crumble in hard situations. 
You’ll leave feeling empowered and excited to level up your discipline game, using techniques that work *and* create a strong kid who will become a capable adult, PLUS: 

Why you might feel stuck in a tricky punishment cycle (accidentally increasing unwanted behaviors) and how to get out of it 

Tips for Reparenting yourself to stop generational patterns in their tracks 

An exact framework for effective discipline that you can use TODAY 

How to work WITH your kids brain development instead of accidentally fighting against it - key to better behavior! 

Hot tips for doctor appointments to minimize meltdowns and help your kid build courage 

How to ditch the pacifier without traumatizing your kid 


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How to Raise Resilient Kids: Parenting Kids with Respect Doesn’t Create a Generation of Snowflakes

On today’s episode, Kristin shares her heartbreaking story of pregnancy loss in honor of national pregnancy and infant loss awareness month. For a long time, miscarriage and pregnancy loss were seen as taboo, best kept hidden behind closed doors. Women have suffered physically and emotionally, alone, for far too long. We are honored and grateful to be a part of a new generation that shares their experiences. 
We now know these undeniable truths: there is power in women’s stories, there is healing in sharing hard topics, there is collective trauma that becomes uplifted as we band together and lift each other up with our vulnerability and support of one another.
This is one story, of many, of the heartbreaking experience of pregnancy loss.
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I am One in Four: The Pregnancy Loss Club No One Asks to Be a Part of

 Deena gets vulnerable and shares how having babies rocked her marriage, plus:

The raging resentment that's left them feeling like roommates

Why 90% of parents feel unhappier in their marriage after having kids (!!!) 

What's stopping her from working on the relationship right now (is it too far gone?) 

Busting the myth that "staying together for the kids" is always the best option

Hot tips for date night (when you have no childcare) 

How to avoid the dreaded screen time battles with your toddler 


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My Marriage Sucks After Having Kids - Deena’s On the Brink of Divorce

On this powerful episode, Child Therapist Deena Margolin and Parent Coach Kristin Gallant offer a profound healing moment to parents everywhere: if you messed up, if you yelled: it’s not too late, you didn’t f*ck this whole thing up, you aren’t a horrible monster: you’re HUMAN, just like the rest of us. This episode will be the warm hug of “I’ve been there, you’re not alone” that you’ve been waiting for, PLUS: 

An exact framework of what makes a good repair moment

Common phrases to STOP saying when you apologize after messing up

Why repairing doesn’t come naturally to us (spoiler alert: it’s not YOU, it’s your childhood)

The powerful love chemical in the brain that gets released (for both parties) when you apologize 

The most IMPORTANT part of repair most people miss: ways to take care of YOU after you’ve messed up and why it’s the crucial piece of the repair puzzle

Why easy going kids do not equal better kids


Theme Song Composer: Liz Fohl
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The Power of Repair - How the Simple Act of Apologizing to Your Kids Can Transform Your Family’s Home and Generations to Come

Today, Kristin shares the jaw dropping birth story of baby #3 for the very first time! Join Kristin, Deena and special guest, Kristin’s baby daddy, as they unpack the insanity that is a 45 minute long birth (plot twist: it's not as nice as it sounds). 
Highlights include: 

Why her husband has a strict "above the shoulder policy”  

How Deena failed as Kristin's doula

The inappropriate/traumatizing jokes the medical staff made as a baby barreled out of her vagina


Theme Song Composer: Liz Fohl
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The Epidural Didn't F*cking Work: Kristin's Birth Story with Baby #3

In this powerful debut episode, Deena and Kristin unpack why anxiety is at an all time high in mothers/primary caregivers, plus:

How to release the pressure that comes with perfect parenting

3 EASY, doable, strategies you can use TODAY to improve your mental health

Cures for anxiety so simple, so doable, anyone can fit them into their busy lives

Effective toddler/preschooler discipline (Spoiler alert: stop taking away dessert as punishment)


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Moms Are in Crisis: The Mental Health Epidemic

Real talk? Modern parenting is a doozy. There’s never been more pressure to be perfect with social media readily at our fingertips. Led by Kristin and Deena - founders of the largest online parenting community Big Little Feelings, and fellow real ass moms - After Bedtime is the place you can go at the end of a long hard day and find your “enough”-ness. Each week, we’ll unpack the broad spectrum of things we’re ALL experiencing as parents, but too ashamed to talk about: imperfect marriages, miscarriages, managing toddler mania, apologizing to your kids, infertility, potty training, our bodies, and everything in between. Raw, real, refreshing, and really helpful, After Bedtime is the “mommy/parent group” you actually look forward to each week. Big Little Feelings premieres Wednesday, Sept 13th, 2023! Please listen to and follow After Bedtime with Big Little Feelings, an Audacy production, on the Audacy app or wherever you get your podcasts.
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