Podcast – Science Of Parenting

In this episode, the Science of Parenting team examines and reflects on our parenting role when it comes to regulation, self-control, and big feelings. Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

Lies, tantrums, and bad attitudes, oh my! When kids have challenging behaviors, it might be that they need help learning to regulate. In this episode our cohosts dive into the topic of regulation and discuss a crucial strategy for helping our children regulate themselves. Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

As our cohosts discuss the emotional process and its profound impact on guidance and discipline, take some time to reflect on the good, the bad, and the ugly sides of emotions in parenting.Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

What guides your discipline decisions? Join our cohosts in this episode to uncover the subtle influences on our discipline choices that often go unrecognized.Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

Discipline takes center stage in this re-released episode. Gain insights into how discipline is defined, explore different types, and discover a straightforward flip to enhance your child's ability to meet your expectations more often.Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

When family stress is high, patience can run low. As we wrap up this season revisiting episodes focusing on taking care of YOU, join our cohosts as they discuss the essential steps of reconnecting and repairing with our children after we’ve lost our cool. Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

Join our cohosts in this episode to discover strategies for learning how to find the right household balance for your family. Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

Do you know your strengths as a parent? Discover your parenting strengths, then learn how to make a plan for utilizing them in this episode. Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

Flip the switch on stress by learning how to gain resiliency. In this episode, explore ways to pull stress apart—it might be as easy as switching to paper plates! Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

It’s crucial to take care of yourself as a parent AND as a person. Join our cohosts in this episode to hear about different ways we can practice self-care.Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

In challenging moments, do you react with your gut or respond with intention? Rediscover strategies to slow down and respond thoughtfully to your children in this re-released episode.Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

Join us for this season of re-releases to embark on an adventure into the research on effective parenting in our current reality and the model we can use to drive us there. Don’t forget to bring along your parenting toolbox and collect strategies along the way for managing stress and taking care of yourself! We are kicking off this season by revisiting the episode on self-talk and setting ourselves up for success! The Science of Parenting cohosts discuss strategies to reframe your inner self-talk that sets the tone for how you respond or react to your family. Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

As we wrap up this season revisiting our foundational parenting episodes, join the cohosts as they summarize the temperament season and share their a-ha moments along the way. Remember, every child is different, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to parenting. By understanding your child’s temperament, you can tailor your parenting style to meet their needs and help them thrive.Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

In this episode, author and expert Dr. Mary Sheedy Kurcinka joined the Science of Parenting team to share her best tips for parenting spirited and feisty kids and learning to love their energy!Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

Check out this episode that focuses on ‘chameleon’ children with flexible temperaments. Join our cohosts as they discuss how to guide our “easy” kids in expressing and advocating for themselves!Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

Listen to this episode to hear about how our children’s temperament might be affecting their actions, and how we can learn to work WITH not against those temperament gifts!Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

How can we keep it together when everything seems to be falling apart? Re-explore this episode where the co-hosts discuss techniques for when emotions are high to help move our children from meltdown to calm down.Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

Parenting can be tough, especially when it comes to handling emotional meltdowns. Listen to this episode to learn tips and tricks on how to anticipate triggers and prevent parenting stress. You've got this!Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

Keeping our cool in emotionally charged moments can be difficult. Revisit this episode about the stop, breathe, talk approach and how you can use it to communicate more effectively with your family. This is a great foundational technique for your parenting toolbox!Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext

Parenting is a delicate balancing act, and perfection is not the goal. Join our experts as they dissect the latest research and confront the realities facing today’s families!Support the showSend us an email: parenting@iastate.edu.Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent.This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext