The Science of Parenting Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:06:46 -0500 https://www.scienceofparenting.org en-us © 2026 Iowa State University of Science and Technology, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach - The Science of Parenting. All rights reserved yes Support this Podcast 599eda01-1b84-5eaa-ba19-f3ea64fa29fd Iowa State University Extension and Outreach serial false Dealing with toddler meltdowns or an angsty teen who doesn’t want to talk? Our parenting pros from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach provide real-life solutions based on the latest scientific research. Find the series on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favorite podcast app and subscribe today. Send us an email: parenting@iastate.edu. Find us on Facebook: @scienceofparent. 

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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Iowa State University Extension and Outreach https://storage.buzzsprout.com/05j2oan94izcstkv34zfd239y7s2?.jpg The Science of Parenting https://www.scienceofparenting.org Parenting Guidance in Modern Game Culture | S.18 Ep.3 Parenting Guidance in Modern Game Culture | S.18 Ep.3 This episode highlights how parents can transition from strict control to authoritative guidance by focusing on connection and understanding the underlying systems within modern games. By utilizing natural break points for boundaries and showing genuine interest in their child's play, families can replace constant conflict with better communication and mutual trust.

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]]> This episode highlights how parents can transition from strict control to authoritative guidance by focusing on connection and understanding the underlying systems within modern games. By utilizing natural break points for boundaries and showing genuine interest in their child's play, families can replace constant conflict with better communication and mutual trust.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18894063 Thu, 21 May 2026 09:00:00 -0500 754 Gaming, parenting 18 3 bonus false Beyond the Rating: Understanding Modern Game Systems | S.18 Ep. 2 Beyond the Rating: Understanding Modern Game Systems | S.18 Ep. 2 While many parents rely on ESRB ratings to judge a game's safety, these ratings primarily evaluate visual content rather than the underlying systems that drive spending and social interaction. By understanding how modern games function as digital marketplaces and social networks, parents can move from reacting with uncertainty to providing proactive guidance for their children.

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]]> While many parents rely on ESRB ratings to judge a game's safety, these ratings primarily evaluate visual content rather than the underlying systems that drive spending and social interaction. By understanding how modern games function as digital marketplaces and social networks, parents can move from reacting with uncertainty to providing proactive guidance for their children.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18893896 Thu, 14 May 2026 09:00:00 -0500 788 Gaming, parenting 18 2 full true The New Digital Playground: Why Modern Gaming Feels Different for Parents | S.18 Ep.1 The New Digital Playground: Why Modern Gaming Feels Different for Parents | S.18 Ep.1 This episode explores how digital gaming has evolved from a finished product into a continuous, living environment that continues whether a child is logged in or not. Doctoral candidate and researcher Soyoung Park joins the show to break down the four structural changes in modern games—including monetization and social obligations—that often lead to tension and conflict within families.

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]]> This episode explores how digital gaming has evolved from a finished product into a continuous, living environment that continues whether a child is logged in or not. Doctoral candidate and researcher Soyoung Park joins the show to break down the four structural changes in modern games—including monetization and social obligations—that often lead to tension and conflict within families.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18893752 Thu, 07 May 2026 09:00:00 -0500 817 Gaming, parenting 18 1 full false Voices from the Season | S.17 Ep.8 Voices from the Season | S.17 Ep.8 This wrap-up gathers reflections and practical tools from this season’s guests, highlighting joys and challenges from newborns to adults. Featuring “Across the Ages” insights, we share bonus answers on common hurdles and go-to strategies from each stage to bring our research-and-reality theme full circle.

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]]> This wrap-up gathers reflections and practical tools from this season’s guests, highlighting joys and challenges from newborns to adults. Featuring “Across the Ages” insights, we share bonus answers on common hurdles and go-to strategies from each stage to bring our research-and-reality theme full circle.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-18056530 Thu, 25 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0600 1500 17 8 full false Guiding Adult Children | S.17 Ep.7 Guiding Adult Children | S.17 Ep.7 We explore what it means to parent in adulthood’s most ambiguous stage—when children are grown but still growing. Extension educator and mom-of-five Cindy Thompson joins us to share insights on boundaries, financial support, and staying connected as adult children find their own way.

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]]> We explore what it means to parent in adulthood’s most ambiguous stage—when children are grown but still growing. Extension educator and mom-of-five Cindy Thompson joins us to share insights on boundaries, financial support, and staying connected as adult children find their own way.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-18056521 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0600 1757 17 7 full false Fueling Growth and Movement | S.17 Ep.6 Fueling Growth and Movement | S.17 Ep.6 We explore fueling growth and movement in the pre-teen and teenage years—how nutrition and activity support rapidly changing bodies and brains. Registered dietitian Jody Gatewood shares practical tips on breakfast, key nutrients, affordable fruits/veggies, 60-minute daily movement, and family routines that build healthy, stress-free habits.

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]]> We explore fueling growth and movement in the pre-teen and teenage years—how nutrition and activity support rapidly changing bodies and brains. Registered dietitian Jody Gatewood shares practical tips on breakfast, key nutrients, affordable fruits/veggies, 60-minute daily movement, and family routines that build healthy, stress-free habits.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-18056494 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0600 1680 17 6 full false STEM-Ready Kids | S.17 Ep.5 STEM-Ready Kids | S.17 Ep.5 We dive into raising STEM-ready kids by encouraging exploration and innovation at school, after school, and at home. NASA Iowa Space Grant Director Sara Nelson unpacks integrated STEM and project-based learning, plus what to look for in quality programs.

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]]> We dive into raising STEM-ready kids by encouraging exploration and innovation at school, after school, and at home. NASA Iowa Space Grant Director Sara Nelson unpacks integrated STEM and project-based learning, plus what to look for in quality programs.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-18056453 Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0600 2346 17 5 full false Messy Play, Big Learning | S.17 Ep.4 Messy Play, Big Learning | S.17 Ep.4 We connect messy play to meaningful learning, showing how everyday curiosity builds science, technology, engineering, and math skills. From cardboard ramps to kitchen experiments, discover simple ways to weave STEM at home into play without turning it into schoolwork.

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]]> We connect messy play to meaningful learning, showing how everyday curiosity builds science, technology, engineering, and math skills. From cardboard ramps to kitchen experiments, discover simple ways to weave STEM at home into play without turning it into schoolwork.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-18056372 Thu, 27 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0600 1547 17 4 full false Babyproofing Basics | S.17 Ep.3 Babyproofing Basics | S.17 Ep.3 Exploration and safety for little movers take center stage as we walk room-by-room through simple, research-based ways to prevent injuries at home. From outlets and cords to water temps, gates, tip-overs, and creating safe spaces to explore, you’ll learn practical steps that protect without stifling curiosity.

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]]> Exploration and safety for little movers take center stage as we walk room-by-room through simple, research-based ways to prevent injuries at home. From outlets and cords to water temps, gates, tip-overs, and creating safe spaces to explore, you’ll learn practical steps that protect without stifling curiosity.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-18056369 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0600 2578 17 3 full false Parenting the Newborn Stage | S.17 Ep.2 Parenting the Newborn Stage | S.17 Ep.2 From diapers to development, we unpack what parenting in the newborn stage really looks like—routines, safety, sleep, feeding, and self-care. With research-based tips and real-life stories, you’ll learn simple ways to support healthy growth while balancing older siblings and your own wellbeing.

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]]> From diapers to development, we unpack what parenting in the newborn stage really looks like—routines, safety, sleep, feeding, and self-care. With research-based tips and real-life stories, you’ll learn simple ways to support healthy growth while balancing older siblings and your own wellbeing.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-18056348 Thu, 13 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0600 1455 17 2 full false Parenting by Age | S.17 Ep.1 Parenting by Age | S.17 Ep.1 Parenting by Age is a season of growth that walks families through the parenting journey—from newborns to emerging adults. Blending real-life stories with expert insights, this episode offers research-based guidance to help parents understand development, set realistic expectations, and enjoy each stage along the way.

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]]> Parenting by Age is a season of growth that walks families through the parenting journey—from newborns to emerging adults. Blending real-life stories with expert insights, this episode offers research-based guidance to help parents understand development, set realistic expectations, and enjoy each stage along the way.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-18052449 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0600 725 17 1 full false Books and Social-Emotional Learning | S.16 Ep.8 Books and Social-Emotional Learning | S.16 Ep.8 Books are powerful tools for exploring emotions and building empathy. Stories help children navigate feelings, manage stress, and connect with characters experiencing similar situations.

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]]> Books are powerful tools for exploring emotions and building empathy. Stories help children navigate feelings, manage stress, and connect with characters experiencing similar situations.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-17042923 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -0500 1473 16 8 full false Supporting Struggling or Reluctant Readers | S.16 Ep.7 Supporting Struggling or Reluctant Readers | S.16 Ep.7 Some children face challenges with reading, even after early exposure to books and language. Learn to recognize common signs of struggle and explore simple, effective strategies to provide support at home.

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]]> Some children face challenges with reading, even after early exposure to books and language. Learn to recognize common signs of struggle and explore simple, effective strategies to provide support at home.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-17042907 Thu, 12 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -0500 1839 16 7 full false Literacy in the Community | S.16 Ep.6 Literacy in the Community | S.16 Ep.6 Community spaces like libraries, farmers markets, and local events offer more than entertainment—they provide valuable opportunities to support language and literacy development.

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]]> Community spaces like libraries, farmers markets, and local events offer more than entertainment—they provide valuable opportunities to support language and literacy development.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-17042881 Thu, 05 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -0500 1646 16 6 full false Reading with Adolescents | S.16 Ep.5 Reading with Adolescents | S.16 Ep.5 Reading for pleasure boosts cognitive development and improves literacy, yet interest often declines in the teen years. Explore how reading impacts adolescent thinking, empathy, and emotional growth.

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]]> Reading for pleasure boosts cognitive development and improves literacy, yet interest often declines in the teen years. Explore how reading impacts adolescent thinking, empathy, and emotional growth.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-17042849 Thu, 29 May 2025 08:00:00 -0500 1603 16 5 full false Elementary Readers: Building a Strong Foundation | S.16 Ep.4 Elementary Readers: Building a Strong Foundation | S.16 Ep.4 Shared reading routines, accurate word reading, writing integration, and selecting engaging texts all play a key role in developing strong reading skills during the early school years.

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]]> Shared reading routines, accurate word reading, writing integration, and selecting engaging texts all play a key role in developing strong reading skills during the early school years.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-17042832 Thu, 22 May 2025 08:00:00 -0500 2063 16 4 full false Preschool Literacy: Setting the Stage for Success | S.16 Ep.3 Preschool Literacy: Setting the Stage for Success | S.16 Ep.3 Preschool is a prime time for building language and literacy skills. Reading at this stage involves emerging abilities that begin to resemble more traditional reading behaviors.

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]]> Preschool is a prime time for building language and literacy skills. Reading at this stage involves emerging abilities that begin to resemble more traditional reading behaviors.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-17042810 Thu, 15 May 2025 08:00:00 -0500 1693 16 3 full false Reading with Infants and Toddlers | S.16 Ep.2 Reading with Infants and Toddlers | S.16 Ep.2 Reading with the youngest children focuses on talking, listening, and building a strong foundation in language—often referred to as “language nutrition.”

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]]> Reading with the youngest children focuses on talking, listening, and building a strong foundation in language—often referred to as “language nutrition.”

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-17042790 Thu, 08 May 2025 08:00:00 -0500 1957 16 2 full false Foundations of Literacy | S.16 Ep.1 Foundations of Literacy | S.16 Ep.1 Before children can read or write on their own, they begin developing key skills that pave the way for literacy. Early literacy builds the foundation for future reading success.


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]]> Before children can read or write on their own, they begin developing key skills that pave the way for literacy. Early literacy builds the foundation for future reading success.


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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-17042626 Thu, 01 May 2025 08:00:00 -0500 1344 16 1 full false Tackling Tough Behaviors: Leaning into Relationships | S.15 Ep.9 Tackling Tough Behaviors: Leaning into Relationships | S.15 Ep.9 When things get tough, relationships can too. In the last episode of this season, our parenting pros discuss research-based strategies to help strengthen and preserve our positive relationships even in challenging moments.

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]]> When things get tough, relationships can too. In the last episode of this season, our parenting pros discuss research-based strategies to help strengthen and preserve our positive relationships even in challenging moments.

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]]> Buzzsprout-15076558 Thu, 31 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2613 15 9 full false Tackling Tough Behaviors: Risk and Protective Factors | S.15 Ep.8 Tackling Tough Behaviors: Risk and Protective Factors | S.15 Ep.8 Join our cohosts in this episode to explore characteristics that enhance resilience in kids and parents. Learn about protective factors and discover how these qualities can help your family navigate tough times! 

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]]> Join our cohosts in this episode to explore characteristics that enhance resilience in kids and parents. Learn about protective factors and discover how these qualities can help your family navigate tough times! 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-15076422 Thu, 24 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2177 15 8 full false Tackling Tough Behaviors: Resilience in Tough Times | S.15 Ep.7 Tackling Tough Behaviors: Resilience in Tough Times | S.15 Ep.7 There is more than one way for a family to get through a tough time and tap into their resiliency.  In this episode our parenting experts discuss skills and strategies parents can use to help raise resilient kids and introduce the concept of “bouncing forward” during tough times. 

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]]> There is more than one way for a family to get through a tough time and tap into their resiliency.  In this episode our parenting experts discuss skills and strategies parents can use to help raise resilient kids and introduce the concept of “bouncing forward” during tough times. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-15076354 Thu, 17 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2074 15 7 full false Tackling Tough Behaviors: Relationships and Regulation | S.15 Ep.6 Tackling Tough Behaviors: Relationships and Regulation | S.15 Ep.6 Listen in on this episode to delve into attachment theory with our cohosts! They will explore what it is (and what it’s not) and the role that our parent-child relationship has in regulation. 

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]]> Listen in on this episode to delve into attachment theory with our cohosts! They will explore what it is (and what it’s not) and the role that our parent-child relationship has in regulation. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-15076272 Thu, 10 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2514 15 6 full false Tackling Tough Behaviors: I'm the Adult Here | S.15 Ep.5 Tackling Tough Behaviors: I'm the Adult Here | S.15 Ep.5 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. 

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]]> 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. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-15074990 Thu, 03 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2489 15 5 full false Tackling Tough Behaviors: What is Self-Regulation? | S.15 Ep.4 Tackling Tough Behaviors: What is Self-Regulation? | S.15 Ep.4 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. 

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]]> 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. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-15074937 Thu, 26 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2990 15 4 full false Tackling Tough Behaviors: Emotions | S.15 Ep.3 Tackling Tough Behaviors: Emotions | S.15 Ep.3 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.

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]]> 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.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-14879832 Thu, 19 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2152 15 3 full false Tackling Tough Behaviors: Unspoken Aspects of Discipline | S.15 Ep.2 Tackling Tough Behaviors: Unspoken Aspects of Discipline | S.15 Ep.2 What guides your discipline decisions? Join our cohosts in this episode to uncover the subtle influences on our discipline choices that often go unrecognized.

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]]> What guides your discipline decisions? Join our cohosts in this episode to uncover the subtle influences on our discipline choices that often go unrecognized.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-14879759 Thu, 12 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2658 15 2 full false Tackling Tough Behaviors: The Great Guidance and Discipline Debate | S.15 Ep. 1 Tackling Tough Behaviors: The Great Guidance and Discipline Debate | S.15 Ep. 1 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.

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]]> 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.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-14879569 Thu, 05 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2569 15 1 full false Taking Care of YOU the Parent: How to Repair | S.14 Ep.7 Taking Care of YOU the Parent: How to Repair | S.14 Ep.7 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. 

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]]> 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. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-14378115 Thu, 18 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2248 14 7 full false Taking Care of YOU the Parent: How to Find Balance | S.14 Ep.6 Taking Care of YOU the Parent: How to Find Balance | S.14 Ep.6 Join our cohosts in this episode to discover strategies for learning how to find the right household balance for your family. 

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]]> Join our cohosts in this episode to discover strategies for learning how to find the right household balance for your family. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-14378106 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0500 1766 14 6 full false Taking Care of YOU the Parent: Accentuate the Positive | S.14 Ep.5 Taking Care of YOU the Parent: Accentuate the Positive | S.14 Ep.5 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. 

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]]> 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. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-14378103 Thu, 04 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0500 1736 14 5 full false Taking Care of YOU the Parent: Getting After Stress | S.14 Ep.4 Taking Care of YOU the Parent: Getting After Stress | S.14 Ep.4 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! 

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]]> 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! 

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]]> Buzzsprout-14377776 Thu, 27 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2088 14 4 full false Taking Care of YOU the Parent: Being Both a Parent and a Person | S.14 Ep.3 Taking Care of YOU the Parent: Being Both a Parent and a Person | S.14 Ep.3 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.

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]]> 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.

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]]> Buzzsprout-14377766 Thu, 20 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2482 14 3 full false Taking Care of YOU the Parent: React vs Respond | S.14 Ep.2 Taking Care of YOU the Parent: React vs Respond | S.14 Ep.2 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.

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]]> 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.

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]]> Buzzsprout-14377759 Thu, 13 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2093 14 2 full false Taking Care of YOU the Parent: Parent Self-Talk | S.14 Ep.1 Taking Care of YOU the Parent: Parent Self-Talk | S.14 Ep.1 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. 

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]]> 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. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-14377730 Thu, 06 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2316 14 1 full false Parenting Foundations: Temperament - The Big A-Ha | S.13 Ep.9 Parenting Foundations: Temperament - The Big A-Ha | S.13 Ep.9 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.

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]]> 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.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-14377161 Thu, 18 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2168 13 9 full false Parenting Foundations: The Spirited Temperament ft. Mary Sheedy Kurcinka | S.13 Ep.8 Parenting Foundations: The Spirited Temperament ft. Mary Sheedy Kurcinka | S.13 Ep.8 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!

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]]> 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!

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-14377042 Thu, 11 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0500 3961 13 8 full false Parenting Foundations: Flexible Temperament | S.13 Ep.7 Parenting Foundations: Flexible Temperament | S.13 Ep.7 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!

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]]> 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!

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]]> Buzzsprout-14376965 Thu, 04 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2693 13 7 full false Parenting Foundations: Temperament | S.13 Ep.6 Parenting Foundations: Temperament | S.13 Ep.6 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!

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]]> 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!

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-14376905 Thu, 28 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2696 13 6 full false Parenting Foundations: In the Heat of a Meltdown | S.13 Ep.5 Parenting Foundations: In the Heat of a Meltdown | S.13 Ep.5 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.

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]]> 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.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-14376579 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2748 13 5 full false Parenting Foundations: How to Manage Meltdowns | S.13 Ep.4 Parenting Foundations: How to Manage Meltdowns | S.13 Ep.4 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!

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]]> 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!

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]]> Buzzsprout-14372253 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0500 2327 13 4 full false Parenting Foundations: Take a Break and Take a Breath | S.13 Ep. 3 Parenting Foundations: Take a Break and Take a Breath | S.13 Ep. 3 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!

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]]> 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!

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]]> Buzzsprout-14372142 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0600 2378 13 3 full false Parenting Foundations: It's Not About Being Perfect | S.13 Ep.2 Parenting Foundations: It's Not About Being Perfect | S.13 Ep.2 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!

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]]> 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!

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-14372083 Thu, 29 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0600 1451 13 2 full false Parenting Foundations: All Things Parenting | S.13 Ep.1 Parenting Foundations: All Things Parenting | S.13 Ep.1 Parenting questions? Our Human Sciences experts have you covered!  Our co-hosts have personal and professional experience in all things parenting and have created these resources to help YOU when you need it the most! In this episode, we delve into the foundations of parenting.  

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]]> Parenting questions? Our Human Sciences experts have you covered!  Our co-hosts have personal and professional experience in all things parenting and have created these resources to help YOU when you need it the most! In this episode, we delve into the foundations of parenting.  

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]]> Buzzsprout-14372016 Thu, 22 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0600 1540 13 1 full false Repairing & Rebuilding Relationships with Children | S.12 Ep.5 Repairing & Rebuilding Relationships with Children | S.12 Ep.5 Even with our best efforts, we will still sometimes do something that was hurtful to our child. In this season’s finale, our hosts share personal experiences and discuss research on the components of an apology and discuss a specific strategy for repairing parent-child relationships!

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]]> Even with our best efforts, we will still sometimes do something that was hurtful to our child. In this season’s finale, our hosts share personal experiences and discuss research on the components of an apology and discuss a specific strategy for repairing parent-child relationships!

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]]> Buzzsprout-13134316 Thu, 28 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 3592 12 5 full false Custody, Kinship Care, and Co-Parenting | S.12 Ep.4 Custody, Kinship Care, and Co-Parenting | S.12 Ep.4 When we share the responsibilities of caring for children with other adults, it comes with opportunities and challenges. Listen in for strategies for resolving conflicts and working together to create a nurturing environment for the kids!

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]]> When we share the responsibilities of caring for children with other adults, it comes with opportunities and challenges. Listen in for strategies for resolving conflicts and working together to create a nurturing environment for the kids!

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]]> Buzzsprout-13134307 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 3222 12 4 full false Parenting Amid Threats to Safety | S.12 Ep.3 Parenting Amid Threats to Safety | S.12 Ep.3 Ideally, every family and child would have a safe and consistent home environment. When that’s not the case, parents are often forced to make hard decisions for the wellbeing of their children. Listen to today’s episode where we discuss approaches for protecting kids and a framework that provides hope!

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]]> Ideally, every family and child would have a safe and consistent home environment. When that’s not the case, parents are often forced to make hard decisions for the wellbeing of their children. Listen to today’s episode where we discuss approaches for protecting kids and a framework that provides hope!

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]]> Buzzsprout-13134296 Thu, 14 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 2849 12 3 full false Good Enough Parenting | S.12 Ep.2 Good Enough Parenting | S.12 Ep.2 When facing competing demands and difficult situations, sometimes we have to settle for “good enough parenting”. What does it mean to lower the bar, and how do we still meet the needs of our kids when we can’t give 100%? Tune in to today’s episode to find out.

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]]> When facing competing demands and difficult situations, sometimes we have to settle for “good enough parenting”. What does it mean to lower the bar, and how do we still meet the needs of our kids when we can’t give 100%? Tune in to today’s episode to find out.

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]]> Buzzsprout-13134191 Thu, 07 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 3525 12 2 full false Raising Resilience | S.12 Ep.1 Raising Resilience | S.12 Ep.1 When life is hard, how can our family cope? What do we prioritize when we have to make tough choices? Listen to our season opener to learn what parents can offer our kids to help turn their adversity into resilience!

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]]> When life is hard, how can our family cope? What do we prioritize when we have to make tough choices? Listen to our season opener to learn what parents can offer our kids to help turn their adversity into resilience!

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]]> Buzzsprout-13134119 Thu, 31 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0500 3144 12 1 full false Making Cents of Allowance | Bonus Making Cents of Allowance | Bonus Mackenzie and Suzanne make 'cents' of some of the most-asked allowance questions in this bonus episode. 

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]]> Mackenzie and Suzanne make 'cents' of some of the most-asked allowance questions in this bonus episode. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-13391632 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0500 1991 bonus false Raising Responsible Consumers | S.11 Ep.7 Raising Responsible Consumers | S.11 Ep.7 Whether online shopping, utilizing a product, or viewing an advertisement – we are consumers and so are our children. Listen to the season finale to hear about how we can help raise kids to be informed and intentional consumers!

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]]> Whether online shopping, utilizing a product, or viewing an advertisement – we are consumers and so are our children. Listen to the season finale to hear about how we can help raise kids to be informed and intentional consumers!

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-12479789 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0500 2867 11 7 full false Teaching Emerging and Young Adults about Money | S.11 Ep.6 Teaching Emerging and Young Adults about Money | S.11 Ep.6 Sometimes our young adult children rely on their parents to be “an adultier adult” when it comes to finances. This episode explores how this life stage has changed in recent decades and how parents can balance being supportive with encouraging independence during this transitional time!

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]]> Sometimes our young adult children rely on their parents to be “an adultier adult” when it comes to finances. This episode explores how this life stage has changed in recent decades and how parents can balance being supportive with encouraging independence during this transitional time!

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-12456869 Thu, 25 May 2023 10:00:00 -0500 3172 11 6 full false Teaching Kids about Money in the Teen Years | S.11 Ep.5 Teaching Kids about Money in the Teen Years | S.11 Ep.5 The teen years can be a prime time for our kids to learn about and practice managing their own money and to experience financial tasks with the help of their parents. Listen in for ideas on how to support your teen in building healthy money habits and other areas you can help them build skills for the future!

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]]> The teen years can be a prime time for our kids to learn about and practice managing their own money and to experience financial tasks with the help of their parents. Listen in for ideas on how to support your teen in building healthy money habits and other areas you can help them build skills for the future!

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-12455402 Thu, 18 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2950 11 5 full false Teaching Kids about Money in Childhood | S.11 Ep.4 Teaching Kids about Money in Childhood | S.11 Ep.4 What does my preschooler even understand about money? What about my elementary-age child? Get these answers AND practical strategies to start talking with them about money concepts in today’s episode.

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]]> What does my preschooler even understand about money? What about my elementary-age child? Get these answers AND practical strategies to start talking with them about money concepts in today’s episode.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-12451440 Thu, 11 May 2023 10:00:00 -0500 3370 11 4 full false What is the Goal? | S.11 Ep.3 What is the Goal? | S.11 Ep.3 Sometimes we aren’t sure exactly what “financial wellbeing” even looks like for our children (or ourselves). In this episode, the cohosts look at what the research tells us about this term, and what we can do now with our kids to help them have financial wellbeing in the future.  

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]]> Sometimes we aren’t sure exactly what “financial wellbeing” even looks like for our children (or ourselves). In this episode, the cohosts look at what the research tells us about this term, and what we can do now with our kids to help them have financial wellbeing in the future.  

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-12369167 Thu, 04 May 2023 10:00:00 -0500 2699 11 3 full false What Influences Our Finances? | S.11 Ep.2 What Influences Our Finances? | S.11 Ep.2 A lot of different factors influence our financial well-being – from individual traits, to how a decision is presented to you, and even society! Listen in as the cohosts share a model for understanding these influences and even talk about some things that influence their financial practices and money habits.

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]]> A lot of different factors influence our financial well-being – from individual traits, to how a decision is presented to you, and even society! Listen in as the cohosts share a model for understanding these influences and even talk about some things that influence their financial practices and money habits.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-12358577 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0500 3079 11 2 full false Financial Parenting | S.11 Ep.1 Financial Parenting | S.11 Ep.1 Did you know you are practicing “financial socialization” of your children – whether intentionally or unintentionally? In the season eleven open, Mackenzie and this season’s guest cohost, Dr. Suzanne Bartholomae, introduce the topics of how we teach our kids about money and related concepts.

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]]> Did you know you are practicing “financial socialization” of your children – whether intentionally or unintentionally? In the season eleven open, Mackenzie and this season’s guest cohost, Dr. Suzanne Bartholomae, introduce the topics of how we teach our kids about money and related concepts.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-12356040 Thu, 20 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0500 2732 11 1 full false Raising Courageous Kids ft. Dr. Charles Smith | Bonus Raising Courageous Kids ft. Dr. Charles Smith | Bonus In today’s episode, we explore the concept of courage with specialist, Dr. Charles Smith. Whether standing up for a friend or acting heroically in a dangerous situation, we will learn about how courage develops, operates, and how we can foster it in our children. 

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]]> In today’s episode, we explore the concept of courage with specialist, Dr. Charles Smith. Whether standing up for a friend or acting heroically in a dangerous situation, we will learn about how courage develops, operates, and how we can foster it in our children. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-12110162 Thu, 02 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0600 1561 bonus false Final Thoughts on Food and Feeding | S.10 Ep.9 Final Thoughts on Food and Feeding | S.10 Ep.9 In the last episode of the season, the cohosts revisit some highlights of this season and share more tips and insight for raising our kids to be healthy and independent eaters.

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]]> In the last episode of the season, the cohosts revisit some highlights of this season and share more tips and insight for raising our kids to be healthy and independent eaters.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10956348 Thu, 01 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0600 2820 10 9 full false Persevering Through Picky Eating | S.10 Ep.8 Persevering Through Picky Eating | S.10 Ep.8 If you're dealing with picky eating, you know the struggle is real. But you might be asking “Why?” and “What can I do?”. Get research-based answers and reality-centered solutions to both of those questions in today’s episode!

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]]> If you're dealing with picky eating, you know the struggle is real. But you might be asking “Why?” and “What can I do?”. Get research-based answers and reality-centered solutions to both of those questions in today’s episode!

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]]> Buzzsprout-10922947 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0600 3110 10 8 full false Feeding and Eating with Teens | S.10 Ep.7 Feeding and Eating with Teens | S.10 Ep.7 Parents of teens are sometimes asking “how do I get them to eat enough, but not too much?” Well it turns out that is a layered question! With so much development in this age group, there is a lot to take in. Hear all the insight, strategies, and recommendations in today’s episode.

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]]> Parents of teens are sometimes asking “how do I get them to eat enough, but not too much?” Well it turns out that is a layered question! With so much development in this age group, there is a lot to take in. Hear all the insight, strategies, and recommendations in today’s episode.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10955366 Thu, 17 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0600 3445 10 7 full false Feeding and Eating with Kids | S.10 Ep.6 Feeding and Eating with Kids | S.10 Ep.6 As children transition into school, the family lifestyle can shift which means eating can change too! In this episode, you’ll learn about specific developmental changes that impact our kids’ eating habits and what you can do to support healthful eating at this age. 

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]]> As children transition into school, the family lifestyle can shift which means eating can change too! In this episode, you’ll learn about specific developmental changes that impact our kids’ eating habits and what you can do to support healthful eating at this age. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-10956338 Thu, 10 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0600 3064 10 6 full false Feeding in the First 1000 Days | S.10 Ep.5 Feeding in the First 1000 Days | S.10 Ep.5 Your child’s first 1000 days of their life are a great opportunity to establish their eating habits. Listen in to learn why this time is so important and hear strategies for making the most of this important time!

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]]> Your child’s first 1000 days of their life are a great opportunity to establish their eating habits. Listen in to learn why this time is so important and hear strategies for making the most of this important time!

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-10949276 Thu, 03 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0500 2995 10 5 full false A Taste of Temperament | S.10 Ep.4 A Taste of Temperament | S.10 Ep.4 By now you’ve heard our hosts tell you that everyone has a natural temperament, come explore how your child’s may be influencing how they eat!

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]]> By now you’ve heard our hosts tell you that everyone has a natural temperament, come explore how your child’s may be influencing how they eat!

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]]> Buzzsprout-10920991 Thu, 27 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0500 2965 10 4 full false Food Parenting Practices | S.10 Ep.3 Food Parenting Practices | S.10 Ep.3 We may have strong beliefs and values around food and our kids, but what we actually do and say has the most impact. In this episode, you’ll hear practical strategies for raising a healthy and independent eater.

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]]> We may have strong beliefs and values around food and our kids, but what we actually do and say has the most impact. In this episode, you’ll hear practical strategies for raising a healthy and independent eater.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10915423 Thu, 20 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0500 2704 10 3 full false What I Bring to the Table: Feeding Styles | S.10 Ep.2 What I Bring to the Table: Feeding Styles | S.10 Ep.2 Which feeding style do you bring to the table? Listen to hear about the four styles. Plus, learn one of our cohost’s favorite food strategies!

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]]> Which feeding style do you bring to the table? Listen to hear about the four styles. Plus, learn one of our cohost’s favorite food strategies!

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]]> Buzzsprout-10915157 Thu, 13 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0500 2318 10 2 full false Kids & Food: Why We Eat What We Eat | S.10 Ep.1 Kids & Food: Why We Eat What We Eat | S.10 Ep.1 When it comes to food, so many factors influence what we (and our kids) eat. Come explore those influences and meet a new face on the podcast!

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]]> When it comes to food, so many factors influence what we (and our kids) eat. Come explore those influences and meet a new face on the podcast!

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]]> Buzzsprout-10915146 Thu, 06 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0500 2580 10 1 full false Baby-Led Weaning or Spoon Feeding | Bonus Baby-Led Weaning or Spoon Feeding | Bonus Baby-Led Weaning is an infant feeding method that’s been getting more attention in recent years, but some parents are wondering if there is science to support it. In this episode, our special guest cohost will help us explore the research and reality on this infant feeding approach!

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]]> Baby-Led Weaning is an infant feeding method that’s been getting more attention in recent years, but some parents are wondering if there is science to support it. In this episode, our special guest cohost will help us explore the research and reality on this infant feeding approach!

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-11070335 Mon, 22 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0500 3086 bonus false All About Regulation | S.9 Ep.7 All About Regulation | S.9 Ep.7 In the season finale, the cohosts give the run-down on key concepts and light bulb moments from the episodes on regulation. Plus, stick around until the end to hear a huge list of parenting strategies to add to your toolbox!

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]]> In the season finale, the cohosts give the run-down on key concepts and light bulb moments from the episodes on regulation. Plus, stick around until the end to hear a huge list of parenting strategies to add to your toolbox!

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]]> Buzzsprout-10406272 Thu, 14 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0500 2685 9 7 full false Relationships and Regulation | S.9 Ep.6 Relationships and Regulation | S.9 Ep.6 Have you heard of attachment theory? This week we will explore what it is (and what it’s not) and the role that our parent-child relationship has in regulation.

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]]> Have you heard of attachment theory? This week we will explore what it is (and what it’s not) and the role that our parent-child relationship has in regulation.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-10406263 Thu, 07 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0500 2438 9 6 full false Establishing the Environment | S.9 Ep.5 Establishing the Environment | S.9 Ep.5 Do you wish your home was more peaceful? Us too. This week, you might be surprised by some of the strategies for establishing a home environment that encourages kids and adults to practice self-regulation.  

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]]> Do you wish your home was more peaceful? Us too. This week, you might be surprised by some of the strategies for establishing a home environment that encourages kids and adults to practice self-regulation.  

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-10403778 Thu, 30 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0500 3060 9 5 full false Tuning in with Temperament | S.9 Ep.4 Tuning in with Temperament | S.9 Ep.4 Why does one of my kids gravitate toward tranquility while another gravitates toward tantrums? Because temperament. This week, the cohosts look at temperament traits, their influence on kids’ regulation tendencies, and practical strategies to help kids with any trait.

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]]> Why does one of my kids gravitate toward tranquility while another gravitates toward tantrums? Because temperament. This week, the cohosts look at temperament traits, their influence on kids’ regulation tendencies, and practical strategies to help kids with any trait.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-10397787 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3412 9 4 full false Regulation in Stages | S.9 Ep.3 Regulation in Stages | S.9 Ep.3 Does regulation look the same for kids of different ages? What exactly are kids “regulating” toward? Parents of toddlers intervene HOW OFTEN to manage behavior? Get all these answers in this week’s episode!

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]]> Does regulation look the same for kids of different ages? What exactly are kids “regulating” toward? Parents of toddlers intervene HOW OFTEN to manage behavior? Get all these answers in this week’s episode!

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-10393384 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2958 9 3 full false I'm The Adult Here: My Regulation | S.9 Ep.2 I'm The Adult Here: My Regulation | S.9 Ep.2 In this week’s episode, we examine and reflect on our parenting role when it comes to regulation, self-control, and big feelings. We also look at a common wellness strategy applied specifically to parenting!

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]]> In this week’s episode, we examine and reflect on our parenting role when it comes to regulation, self-control, and big feelings. We also look at a common wellness strategy applied specifically to parenting!

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-10363194 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0500 2445 9 2 full false What is Self-Regulation? | S.9 Ep. 1 What is Self-Regulation? | S.9 Ep. 1 In this season opener, the cohosts dive into the topic of regulation and three different kinds of it. Plus, they discuss a crucial strategy for helping our kids regulate themselves.

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]]> In this season opener, the cohosts dive into the topic of regulation and three different kinds of it. Plus, they discuss a crucial strategy for helping our kids regulate themselves.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-10361331 Thu, 02 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0500 2924 9 1 full false Changes to CDC Milestones | Bonus Changes to CDC Milestones | Bonus With the recent changes to the CDC’s milestone checklists, we know that some parents have had questions about what changed, why they changed them, and what it means for their family. Check out our bonus podcast episode to get more in-depth answers and information!

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]]> With the recent changes to the CDC’s milestone checklists, we know that some parents have had questions about what changed, why they changed them, and what it means for their family. Check out our bonus podcast episode to get more in-depth answers and information!

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]]> Buzzsprout-10653364 Tue, 24 May 2022 10:00:00 -0500 1788 bonus false When My Child Misbehaves: Deciding on Discipline | S.8 Ep.6 When My Child Misbehaves: Deciding on Discipline | S.8 Ep.6 It’s inevitable: our child won’t always behave in ways we love. This week Lori and Mackenzie look at specific parenting practices and situations to help you find effective guidance and discipline strategies.

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]]> It’s inevitable: our child won’t always behave in ways we love. This week Lori and Mackenzie look at specific parenting practices and situations to help you find effective guidance and discipline strategies.

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]]> Buzzsprout-9861048 Thu, 10 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0600 2706 8 6 full false Gauge by Their Age | S.8 Ep.5 Gauge by Their Age | S.8 Ep.5 What we use with our toddler won’t always work with our teenager (or will it?). This episode the hosts look at how to adapt and adjust our discipline strategies to meet our kids where they are at developmentally.

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]]> What we use with our toddler won’t always work with our teenager (or will it?). This episode the hosts look at how to adapt and adjust our discipline strategies to meet our kids where they are at developmentally.

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]]> Buzzsprout-9847788 Thu, 03 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0600 2668 8 5 full false Recognizing the Parent-Child Relationship | S.8 Ep.4 Recognizing the Parent-Child Relationship | S.8 Ep.4 We all hope we have a positive relationship with our child, but did you know the climate of that relationship is a major factor in how resistant or cooperative your child is with your attempts to shape their behavior? Listen in for suggestions on how to promote a warm parent-child relationship.

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]]> We all hope we have a positive relationship with our child, but did you know the climate of that relationship is a major factor in how resistant or cooperative your child is with your attempts to shape their behavior? Listen in for suggestions on how to promote a warm parent-child relationship.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-9843796 Thu, 24 Feb 2022 10:00:00 -0600 2212 8 4 full false Emotions: The Good, Bad, and Ugly | S.8 Ep.3 Emotions: The Good, Bad, and Ugly | S.8 Ep.3 I've got a feeling that emotions play a big part in our interactions with our children. The hosts discuss the emotional process, and they dig back out one of their favorite concepts to explain the effect our emotions have on our guidance and discipline.


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]]> I've got a feeling that emotions play a big part in our interactions with our children. The hosts discuss the emotional process, and they dig back out one of their favorite concepts to explain the effect our emotions have on our guidance and discipline.


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]]> Buzzsprout-9842092 Thu, 17 Feb 2022 10:00:00 -0600 2069 8 3 full false Unspoken Aspects of Discipline | S.8 Ep.2 Unspoken Aspects of Discipline | S.8 Ep.2 Research tells us that there are influences on our discipline choices that are subtle and that sometimes go unrecognized. Take a moment to listen and reflect, and maybe have your own “a-ha” moment on what secretly impacts your choices.

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]]> Research tells us that there are influences on our discipline choices that are subtle and that sometimes go unrecognized. Take a moment to listen and reflect, and maybe have your own “a-ha” moment on what secretly impacts your choices.

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]]> Buzzsprout-9842079 Thu, 10 Feb 2022 10:00:00 -0600 2583 8 2 full false The Great Guidance and Discipline Debate | S.8 Ep.1 The Great Guidance and Discipline Debate | S.8 Ep.1 Discipline is one of the most requested topics we get as parenting educators. Learn how we define discipline, explore different types, and learn a straightforward flip to help your child meet your expectations more often.


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]]> Discipline is one of the most requested topics we get as parenting educators. Learn how we define discipline, explore different types, and learn a straightforward flip to help your child meet your expectations more often.


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]]> Buzzsprout-9841813 Thu, 03 Feb 2022 10:00:00 -0600 2469 8 1 full false Speaking on Special Needs & Temperament | S.7 Ep. 7 Speaking on Special Needs & Temperament | S.7 Ep. 7 Children with diverse abilities or special needs have temperament traits too.  Many techniques that work for adapting to diverse needs can be used to work with your child's temperament too (and vice versa)! Goodness of fit is important! 

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]]> Children with diverse abilities or special needs have temperament traits too.  Many techniques that work for adapting to diverse needs can be used to work with your child's temperament too (and vice versa)! Goodness of fit is important! 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-9200054 Thu, 18 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0600 2426 7 7 full false Teen Traits | S.7 Ep.6 Teen Traits | S.7 Ep.6 How do temperament traits play out in teens and pre-teens? They face hormone changes, friend drama, risk-taking, and more… all while dealing with their “factory settings.” Hear how we can help our teens balance their temperament with their daily environment! 

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]]> How do temperament traits play out in teens and pre-teens? They face hormone changes, friend drama, risk-taking, and more… all while dealing with their “factory settings.” Hear how we can help our teens balance their temperament with their daily environment! 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-9136670 Thu, 11 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0600 3073 7 6 full false School-Ager Set Point | S.7 Ep.5 School-Ager Set Point | S.7 Ep.5 School-agers face many things that may bring out – or go up against – their natural set point. Homework, teacher/child interactions, friendships, organized activities… all times when their temperament can be noticed! Learn ways to help your 6 to 11-year-old navigate life through a temperament lens. 

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]]> School-agers face many things that may bring out – or go up against – their natural set point. Homework, teacher/child interactions, friendships, organized activities… all times when their temperament can be noticed! Learn ways to help your 6 to 11-year-old navigate life through a temperament lens. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-9125869 Thu, 04 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0500 3542 7 5 full false Preschooler Predisposition | S.7 Ep.4 Preschooler Predisposition | S.7 Ep.4 Temperament impacts preschool behaviors such as play groups, physical activities, independence, and following directions. Parents can learn their child’s temperament and create environments that play to their child’s natural tendencies instead of struggling with them.

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]]> Temperament impacts preschool behaviors such as play groups, physical activities, independence, and following directions. Parents can learn their child’s temperament and create environments that play to their child’s natural tendencies instead of struggling with them.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-9051419 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0500 3197 7 4 full false Toddler Tendencies | S.7 Ep.3 Toddler Tendencies | S.7 Ep.3 Biting, temper tantrums, and overall general mood…all affected by a toddler’s temperament. This week our hosts discuss each trait as they pertain to toddlers and how we can use that understanding to navigate tough behaviors… like those tricky tantrums!

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]]> Biting, temper tantrums, and overall general mood…all affected by a toddler’s temperament. This week our hosts discuss each trait as they pertain to toddlers and how we can use that understanding to navigate tough behaviors… like those tricky tantrums!

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]]> Buzzsprout-8930930 Thu, 21 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0500 3077 7 3 full false Infant Inclinations | S.7 Ep.2 Infant Inclinations | S.7 Ep.2 An infant’s temperament has an impact on early behaviors such as sleep, stranger anxiety, and overall general mood. Parents can learn their child’s temperament and create environments that play to their child’s natural tendencies instead of fighting against them. 

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]]> An infant’s temperament has an impact on early behaviors such as sleep, stranger anxiety, and overall general mood. Parents can learn their child’s temperament and create environments that play to their child’s natural tendencies instead of fighting against them. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-8930915 Thu, 14 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0500 2946 7 2 full false What is Temperament? | S.7 Ep.1 What is Temperament? | S.7 Ep.1 Our temperament is given to us genetically at birth. As we grow, our environment begins to form around our temperament. At each stage of growth, our temperament can shape how and when we reach our developmental milestones. 

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]]> Our temperament is given to us genetically at birth. As we grow, our environment begins to form around our temperament. At each stage of growth, our temperament can shape how and when we reach our developmental milestones. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-8930909 Thu, 07 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0500 2349 7 1 full false Reflecting for Resilience | S.6 Ep.7 Reflecting for Resilience | S.6 Ep.7 This week the cohosts reflect on what it was like parenting through the pandemic – both research and reality. Take a moment to listen, relate, and reflect on your own experiences through tough times in this episode.

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]]> This week the cohosts reflect on what it was like parenting through the pandemic – both research and reality. Take a moment to listen, relate, and reflect on your own experiences through tough times in this episode.

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]]> Buzzsprout-8747149 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0500 2859 6 7 full true How to Repair | S.6 Ep.6 How to Repair | S.6 Ep.6 When family stress is high, patience can run low. Reconnecting and repairing with our children after we’ve lost our cool is essential. Hear a four-step process for repairing in this week’s episode.

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]]> When family stress is high, patience can run low. Reconnecting and repairing with our children after we’ve lost our cool is essential. Hear a four-step process for repairing in this week’s episode.

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]]> Buzzsprout-8713110 Thu, 19 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0500 2137 6 6 full false Renegotiating Rules | S.6 Ep.5 Renegotiating Rules | S.6 Ep.5 As our circumstances morph and change, so can our rules and expectations. The cohosts offer some tips for finding the balance between flexibility and consistency with rules during tough times!

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]]> As our circumstances morph and change, so can our rules and expectations. The cohosts offer some tips for finding the balance between flexibility and consistency with rules during tough times!

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]]> Buzzsprout-8713083 Thu, 12 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0500 2618 6 5 full false Utilizing Routines and Rituals | S.6 Ep.4 Utilizing Routines and Rituals | S.6 Ep.4 When everything around us feels chaotic, there are a few tasks we can utilize to helps us find some consistency and connectedness. Come hear how rituals and routines can help families find a sense of normalcy! 

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]]> When everything around us feels chaotic, there are a few tasks we can utilize to helps us find some consistency and connectedness. Come hear how rituals and routines can help families find a sense of normalcy! 

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]]> Buzzsprout-8713069 Thu, 05 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0500 2491 6 4 full false Leaning into Relationships | S.6 Ep.3 Leaning into Relationships | S.6 Ep.3 When things get tough, relationships can too. Luckily there are research-based strategies to help strengthen and preserve these connections!

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]]> When things get tough, relationships can too. Luckily there are research-based strategies to help strengthen and preserve these connections!

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-8668287 Thu, 29 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0500 2503 6 3 full false Risk and Protective Factors | S.6 Ep.2 Risk and Protective Factors | S.6 Ep.2 Research says that certain characteristics can help kids and parents be more resilient. Learn what those qualities are and how you can help your whole family get through tough times!

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]]> Research says that certain characteristics can help kids and parents be more resilient. Learn what those qualities are and how you can help your whole family get through tough times!

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]]> Buzzsprout-8645746 Thu, 22 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0500 2051 6 2 full false Resilience in Tough Times | S.6 Ep.1 Resilience in Tough Times | S.6 Ep.1 Even through tough times, parents and kids can grow their skills and strengths to end up “bouncing forward”.  Explore the concept of resilience and how we can raise kids with this important trait.  

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]]> Even through tough times, parents and kids can grow their skills and strengths to end up “bouncing forward”.  Explore the concept of resilience and how we can raise kids with this important trait.  

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]]> Buzzsprout-8639724 Thu, 15 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0500 1989 6 1 full false Emerging Adults | S.5 Ep. 8 Emerging Adults | S.5 Ep. 8 As your child-parent relationship grows up, learn how to co-exist with your young adult. 

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]]> As your child-parent relationship grows up, learn how to co-exist with your young adult. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-8468888 Thu, 27 May 2021 09:00:00 -0500 2721 5 8 full false Teens | S.5 Ep. 7 Teens | S.5 Ep. 7 Though they make look like adults, teens are still developing in all areas. Be a positive role model and keep the communication flowing as they keep growing up.

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]]> Though they make look like adults, teens are still developing in all areas. Be a positive role model and keep the communication flowing as they keep growing up.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-8459408 Thu, 20 May 2021 09:00:00 -0500 2774 5 7 full false Preteens | S.5 Ep. 6 Preteens | S.5 Ep. 6 As your child grows into a preteen, help ease the transition with an honest, direct approach. Learn how to embrace this ultimate transition period.

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]]> As your child grows into a preteen, help ease the transition with an honest, direct approach. Learn how to embrace this ultimate transition period.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-8419019 Thu, 13 May 2021 09:00:00 -0500 2873 5 6 full false Parenting Children with Special Needs | Bonus Parenting Children with Special Needs | Bonus Children with special needs often achieve skills and milestones later than others. Listen in as Lori and Mackenzie offer support and ideas for parents of children with different abilities.

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]]> Children with special needs often achieve skills and milestones later than others. Listen in as Lori and Mackenzie offer support and ideas for parents of children with different abilities.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-8386654 Tue, 11 May 2021 10:00:00 -0500 1196 bonus false School-agers | S.5 Ep. 5 School-agers | S.5 Ep. 5 For school-age kids, learning is more than math and reading. Help make your child well-rounded by finding time for play, sports, and new challenges outside of school.

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]]> For school-age kids, learning is more than math and reading. Help make your child well-rounded by finding time for play, sports, and new challenges outside of school.

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]]> Buzzsprout-8382188 Thu, 06 May 2021 09:00:00 -0500 2944 5 5 full false Preschoolers | S.5 Ep.4 Preschoolers | S.5 Ep.4 Embrace your preschooler’s growing confidence by giving them some responsibilities—like putting away toys and pulling on their own socks. 

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]]> Embrace your preschooler’s growing confidence by giving them some responsibilities—like putting away toys and pulling on their own socks. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-8305426 Thu, 29 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0500 2895 5 4 full false Toddlers | S.5 Ep. 3 Toddlers | S.5 Ep. 3 The toddler years will be a ride! Tap into your child’s curiosity by rediscovering common experiences your child will find magic—like a bus ride. 

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]]> The toddler years will be a ride! Tap into your child’s curiosity by rediscovering common experiences your child will find magic—like a bus ride. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-8261368 Thu, 22 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0500 2426 5 3 full false Oh, baby! | S.5 Ep. 2 Oh, baby! | S.5 Ep. 2 To some, babies and infants are the most challenging stages in parenting. Learn to embrace all the growth in this first year with our advice for developing a strong parent-child connection. 

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]]> To some, babies and infants are the most challenging stages in parenting. Learn to embrace all the growth in this first year with our advice for developing a strong parent-child connection. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-8256257 Thu, 15 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0500 2674 5 2 full false Parenting in Stages | S.5 Ep. 1 Parenting in Stages | S.5 Ep. 1 Whether you’re a new parent or in the middle of the teenage years, discover insights into their specific stage and what to expect next. Our new season covers the milestones from pre-child planning to early adulthood. 

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]]> Whether you’re a new parent or in the middle of the teenage years, discover insights into their specific stage and what to expect next. Our new season covers the milestones from pre-child planning to early adulthood. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-8145480 Thu, 08 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0500 2138 5 1 full false Choosing Positive Discipline | Bonus Choosing Positive Discipline | Bonus Guiding and directing children as they grow and develop is a serious endeavor for parents. We know family values are usually at the heart of all rules, boundaries, and limits that parents set for their children. Mackenzie and Lori discuss how we can guide our children using positive discipline, natural consequences, and logical consequences.

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]]> Guiding and directing children as they grow and develop is a serious endeavor for parents. We know family values are usually at the heart of all rules, boundaries, and limits that parents set for their children. Mackenzie and Lori discuss how we can guide our children using positive discipline, natural consequences, and logical consequences.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-8023587 Thu, 18 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0500 1287 bonus false Modeling: Actions Speak Louder | S.4 Ep. 6 Modeling: Actions Speak Louder | S.4 Ep. 6 Children learn as much, if not more from your actions as they do from your words. Our parenting pros discuss how modeling with our own words and actions can show children about desired behaviors.

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]]> Children learn as much, if not more from your actions as they do from your words. Our parenting pros discuss how modeling with our own words and actions can show children about desired behaviors.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-7972324 Thu, 11 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0600 2194 4 6 full false Mentoring: Setting the Stage | S. 4 Ep. 5 Mentoring: Setting the Stage | S. 4 Ep. 5  Growing and developing is hard work! Mentoring kids along the way helps them learn about desired expectations and behaviors so they can reach their full potential.

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]]>  Growing and developing is hard work! Mentoring kids along the way helps them learn about desired expectations and behaviors so they can reach their full potential.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-7929991 Thu, 04 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0600 2140 4 5 full false Monitoring: Keeping Tabs | S. 4 Ep. 4 Monitoring: Keeping Tabs | S. 4 Ep. 4 Monitoring children is not about being in total control. It is a way to guide and communicate reasonable limits and expectations. 

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]]> Monitoring children is not about being in total control. It is a way to guide and communicate reasonable limits and expectations. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-7908886 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 09:00:00 -0600 2743 4 4 full false Protect and Prevent | S. 4 Ep. 3 Protect and Prevent | S. 4 Ep. 3 By anticipating what’s coming, parents and caregivers can help prevent problems and risky behaviors.

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]]> By anticipating what’s coming, parents and caregivers can help prevent problems and risky behaviors.

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]]> Buzzsprout-7052707 Thu, 18 Feb 2021 09:00:00 -0600 2344 4 3 full false React vs Respond | S.4 Ep. 2 React vs Respond | S.4 Ep. 2 Do you react with your gut or respond with your brain? Use some of our strategies to help you slow down in challenging moments and respond with intention to your children.

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]]> Do you react with your gut or respond with your brain? Use some of our strategies to help you slow down in challenging moments and respond with intention to your children.

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]]> Buzzsprout-7052689 Thu, 11 Feb 2021 09:00:00 -0600 1998 4 2 full false Parent Self-Talk: Beyond Good and Bad | S. 4 Ep. 1 Parent Self-Talk: Beyond Good and Bad | S. 4 Ep. 1 Self-talk is one of the most important conversations parents can have. Set yourself up for success with strategies to reframe your inner self-talk that sets the tone for how you respond or react to your children (and the entire family)! 

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]]> Self-talk is one of the most important conversations parents can have. Set yourself up for success with strategies to reframe your inner self-talk that sets the tone for how you respond or react to your children (and the entire family)! 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-7050151 Thu, 04 Feb 2021 09:00:00 -0600 2109 4 1 full false Goalsetting with Teens | Bonus Goalsetting with Teens | Bonus How do I help my teen set goals in the new year? Lori and Leah discuss some ideas in this Instagram live.

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]]> How do I help my teen set goals in the new year? Lori and Leah discuss some ideas in this Instagram live.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-7265368 Thu, 28 Jan 2021 09:00:00 -0600 1345 bonus false Talking with Teens | Bonus Talking with Teens | Bonus Lori chatted with Leah Feltz on the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Instagram page about talking to teens.

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]]> Lori chatted with Leah Feltz on the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Instagram page about talking to teens.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-7264300 Thu, 21 Jan 2021 09:00:00 -0600 1106 bonus true Temperament: The Big A-Ha | S.3 Ep.16 Temperament: The Big A-Ha | S.3 Ep.16 Support the show

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-6462238 Thu, 19 Nov 2020 15:00:00 -0600 2069 3 16 full false The Spirited Temperament ft. Dr. Mary Sheedy Kurcinka | S.3 Ep.15 The Spirited Temperament ft. Dr. Mary Sheedy Kurcinka | S.3 Ep.15 Check in with author and expert Dr. Mary Sheedy Kurcinka on her best tips for parenting spirited and feisty kids and learning to love their energy. 

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]]> Check in with author and expert Dr. Mary Sheedy Kurcinka on her best tips for parenting spirited and feisty kids and learning to love their energy. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-6108643 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -0600 3804 3 15 full false Flexible Temperament: About Those “Easy” Kids | S. 3 Ep. 14 Flexible Temperament: About Those “Easy” Kids | S. 3 Ep. 14 Many children are go-with-the-flow types, but these kids have specific needs, too. Learn how to teach them how to express their own voices to create their own break-out moments.

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]]> Many children are go-with-the-flow types, but these kids have specific needs, too. Learn how to teach them how to express their own voices to create their own break-out moments.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-5772988 Thu, 05 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -0600 2563 3 14 full false Fearful Temperament: Shy or Slow-to-Warm? ft. Robert Coplan | S. 3 Ep. 13 Fearful Temperament: Shy or Slow-to-Warm? ft. Robert Coplan | S. 3 Ep. 13 Learn how taking small steps and embracing a lifelong approach can help alleviate stress for kids who are shy.  Featuring  Robert Coplan.

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]]> Learn how taking small steps and embracing a lifelong approach can help alleviate stress for kids who are shy.  Featuring  Robert Coplan.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-5881147 Thu, 29 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -0500 2714 3 13 full false Mood: Silly or Serious? | S.3 Ep. 12 Mood: Silly or Serious? | S.3 Ep. 12 Work through your child’s moodiness (hello whiny toddler or aloof teen) by focusing on the positive through your words and actions. 

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]]> Work through your child’s moodiness (hello whiny toddler or aloof teen) by focusing on the positive through your words and actions. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-5601583 Thu, 22 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -0500 2551 3 12 full false Regularity: Got Rhythm? | S. 3 Ep. 11 Regularity: Got Rhythm? | S. 3 Ep. 11 Although we cannot always control our children, we can influence their environment. Find out how temperament impacts pivotal moments throughout the day.

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]]> Although we cannot always control our children, we can influence their environment. Find out how temperament impacts pivotal moments throughout the day.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-5575135 Thu, 15 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -0500 3551 3 11 full false Temperament & Difficult Behavior ft. Dr. Sean McDevitt | S. 3 Ep. 10 Temperament & Difficult Behavior ft. Dr. Sean McDevitt | S. 3 Ep. 10 Study these six basics to determine how you can develop an action plan for a child with difficult demands. Plus, how to determine if you need to call in the pros for help. Featuring Dr. Sean McDevitt. 

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]]> Study these six basics to determine how you can develop an action plan for a child with difficult demands. Plus, how to determine if you need to call in the pros for help. Featuring Dr. Sean McDevitt. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-5546164 Thu, 08 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -0500 2738 3 10 full false Approach: Caution or Curiosity | S. 3 Ep. 9 Approach: Caution or Curiosity | S. 3 Ep. 9 Does your child approach a new situation carefully, or do they jump in feet first? Lori and Mackenzie discuss how quickly your child might leap based on their temperament.

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]]> Does your child approach a new situation carefully, or do they jump in feet first? Lori and Mackenzie discuss how quickly your child might leap based on their temperament.

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]]> Buzzsprout-5601586 Thu, 01 Oct 2020 15:00:00 -0500 3102 3 9 full false Distractibility: It's in the Details | S.3 Ep. 8 Distractibility: It's in the Details | S.3 Ep. 8 Did you know simple tricks like making eye contact, written notes and clear commands can aid in your child’s concentration levels? Try out some of our pro tips to help his or her focus (and maybe even your own).

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]]> Did you know simple tricks like making eye contact, written notes and clear commands can aid in your child’s concentration levels? Try out some of our pro tips to help his or her focus (and maybe even your own).

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-5091860 Thu, 24 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0500 2775 3 8 full false Adaptability: My Way or Another Way | S. 3 Ep. 7 Adaptability: My Way or Another Way | S. 3 Ep. 7 Adaptability takes shape in numerous ways. For kids who are planners, it’s following a schedule and setting them up for change. And for the adventurous types, it’s giving them a long leash to explore. Try these tips to tap into your child’s natural reactions.  

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]]> Adaptability takes shape in numerous ways. For kids who are planners, it’s following a schedule and setting them up for change. And for the adventurous types, it’s giving them a long leash to explore. Try these tips to tap into your child’s natural reactions.  

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-4989269 Thu, 17 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0500 3148 3 7 full false Temperament & Sleep ft. Macall Gordon | S. 3 Ep. 6 Temperament & Sleep ft. Macall Gordon | S. 3 Ep. 6 Our experts dish on how temperament affects the way our kids catch their ZZZs featuring researcher  Macall Gordon. 

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]]> Our experts dish on how temperament affects the way our kids catch their ZZZs featuring researcher  Macall Gordon. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-5148532 Thu, 10 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0500 3593 3 6 full false Activity: It Takes Energy | S. 3 Ep. 5 Activity: It Takes Energy | S. 3 Ep. 5 Do long car rides give you pause because of fidgety kids? Or maybe vacation days when the kids are dragging due to too many activities? Learn to strike a happy medium by doing a deep dive into how natural energy affects behavior. 

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]]> Do long car rides give you pause because of fidgety kids? Or maybe vacation days when the kids are dragging due to too many activities? Learn to strike a happy medium by doing a deep dive into how natural energy affects behavior. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-5261881 Fri, 04 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0500 3280 3 5 full false Making Decisions During COVID-19 | Bonus Making Decisions During COVID-19 | Bonus Sending kids back to school this year is especially stressful and unpredictable, yet there are many decisions needing to be made. Our experts discuss characteristics of stress, moving stress patterns toward resilience, and reducing decision fatigue related to back-to-school and COVID-19.

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]]> Sending kids back to school this year is especially stressful and unpredictable, yet there are many decisions needing to be made. Our experts discuss characteristics of stress, moving stress patterns toward resilience, and reducing decision fatigue related to back-to-school and COVID-19.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-5232175 Mon, 31 Aug 2020 16:00:00 -0500 1585 bonus true Persistence: Celebrate it! | S. 3 Ep. 4 Persistence: Celebrate it! | S. 3 Ep. 4 Have a child that gets super-focused and frustrated when asked to switch tasks and loves to “do it myself?” Learn how to support and embrace their persistence (and maybe even quiet your own frustration).

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]]> Have a child that gets super-focused and frustrated when asked to switch tasks and loves to “do it myself?” Learn how to support and embrace their persistence (and maybe even quiet your own frustration).

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]]> Buzzsprout-4900505 Thu, 27 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -0500 2629 3 4 full false Intensity: (Maybe) Not So Calm and Collected | S. 3 Ep. 3 Intensity: (Maybe) Not So Calm and Collected | S. 3 Ep. 3 Did you know taking a drink of water or cracking a silly joke can prevent a meltdown? Discover these tricks to helping kids keep their cool. 

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]]> Did you know taking a drink of water or cracking a silly joke can prevent a meltdown? Discover these tricks to helping kids keep their cool. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-4703741 Thu, 20 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -0500 3298 3 3 full false Sensitivity: It Makes Sense | S. 3 Ep. 2 Sensitivity: It Makes Sense | S. 3 Ep. 2 Your child’s reactions to stimulus such as loud noises and bright lights are completely predictable. Use your powers of observation to help you guide their reactions to stimulus. 

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]]> Your child’s reactions to stimulus such as loud noises and bright lights are completely predictable. Use your powers of observation to help you guide their reactions to stimulus. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-4701740 Thu, 13 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -0500 2764 3 2 full false Temperament: It’s in Their Nature | S. 3 Ep. 1 Temperament: It’s in Their Nature | S. 3 Ep. 1 How your child reacts is about their innate temperament (or the core of their personality). Learn how working with his or her temperament traits will boost your ability to respond. 

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]]> How your child reacts is about their innate temperament (or the core of their personality). Learn how working with his or her temperament traits will boost your ability to respond. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-4599683 Thu, 06 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -0500 2586 3 1 full false Embrace Your Support Network | S. 2 E. 6 Embrace Your Support Network | S. 2 E. 6 Everyone’s support system looks different when it comes to their relationships, especially when it comes to parenting. We'll talk specifics of your support system in our judgement-free zone.

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]]> Everyone’s support system looks different when it comes to their relationships, especially when it comes to parenting. We'll talk specifics of your support system in our judgement-free zone.

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]]> Buzzsprout-4459238 Thu, 23 Jul 2020 14:00:00 -0500 3056 2 6 full false Define Your Philosophy | S. 2 Ep. 5 Define Your Philosophy | S. 2 Ep. 5 Parents influence and define the character and values of their kids—and as a result how they behave as adults. See how these traits can help you shape your kids’ behaviors, whether it’s an emphasis on hard work, independence or creativity.  

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]]> Parents influence and define the character and values of their kids—and as a result how they behave as adults. See how these traits can help you shape your kids’ behaviors, whether it’s an emphasis on hard work, independence or creativity.  

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-4373966 Thu, 16 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -0500 1556 2 5 full false How to Find Balance | S. 2 Ep. 4 How to Find Balance | S. 2 Ep. 4 Discover these three strategies for learning how to find the right household balance for today—and tomorrow.

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]]> Discover these three strategies for learning how to find the right household balance for today—and tomorrow.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-4372124 Thu, 09 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -0500 1678 2 4 full false Accentuate the Positive | S. 2 Ep. 3 Accentuate the Positive | S. 2 Ep. 3 Do you know your strengths as a parent? Check out our 12 characteristics to discover your parenting strengths, then learn how to make a plan for utilizing them. 

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]]> Do you know your strengths as a parent? Check out our 12 characteristics to discover your parenting strengths, then learn how to make a plan for utilizing them. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-4107998 Thu, 25 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -0500 1636 2 3 full false Getting After Stress | S. 2 Ep. 2 Getting After Stress | S. 2 Ep. 2 Flip the switch on stress by learning how to gain resiliency. Learn how to pull stress apart—it might be as easy as switching to paper plates.

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]]> Flip the switch on stress by learning how to gain resiliency. Learn how to pull stress apart—it might be as easy as switching to paper plates.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-4050314 Thu, 18 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -0500 1989 2 2 full false Talking With Children About Race and Racial Bias | Bonus Talking With Children About Race and Racial Bias | Bonus Talking with children about race and racial bias can be challenging. Learn strategies and tips to navigate these difficult conversations.

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]]> Talking with children about race and racial bias can be challenging. Learn strategies and tips to navigate these difficult conversations.

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]]> Buzzsprout-4096193 Fri, 12 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -0500 1171 bonus false Being Both a Parent and a Person | S. 2 Ep. 1 Being Both a Parent and a Person | S. 2 Ep. 1 Being a parent is just one "hat" you wear - you are still a person with your own needs. See what the research says about different ways we can practice self-care. 

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]]> Being a parent is just one "hat" you wear - you are still a person with your own needs. See what the research says about different ways we can practice self-care. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-4092704 Thu, 11 Jun 2020 14:00:00 -0500 2359 2 1 full false What Have We Learned? | Ep. 12 What Have We Learned? | Ep. 12 We went live on Facebook where we discussed the first season of The Science of Parenting podcast, parenting foundations, and what we have learned!

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]]> We went live on Facebook where we discussed the first season of The Science of Parenting podcast, parenting foundations, and what we have learned!

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-3953885 Thu, 28 May 2020 14:00:00 -0500 2403 1 12 full false Enjoy the Joys! | Ep. 11 Enjoy the Joys! | Ep. 11 Celebrate the journey of parenting by focusing on the good stuff. Embrace your child’s unique personality and his or her evolution as a person.

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]]> Celebrate the journey of parenting by focusing on the good stuff. Embrace your child’s unique personality and his or her evolution as a person.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-3617506 Thu, 21 May 2020 09:00:00 -0500 1598 1 11 full false Just Say No to Judgment | Ep. 10 Just Say No to Judgment | Ep. 10 Criticism can get the best of us as parents (and people). Learn to trust yourself as the expert of your own family.

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]]> Criticism can get the best of us as parents (and people). Learn to trust yourself as the expert of your own family.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-3524320 Thu, 14 May 2020 09:00:00 -0500 1372 1 10 full false Practice Not Perfect | Ep. 9 Practice Not Perfect | Ep. 9 Have a plan to manage your emotions using the 4As of communication: accept, acknowledge, apologize, adjust.

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]]> Have a plan to manage your emotions using the 4As of communication: accept, acknowledge, apologize, adjust.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-3524293 Thu, 07 May 2020 09:00:00 -0500 1666 1 9 full false Keys to Cooperation | Ep. 8 Keys to Cooperation | Ep. 8 What does it take to get cooperation from our kids? We discussed this and more LIVE! 

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]]> What does it take to get cooperation from our kids? We discussed this and more LIVE! 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-3569884 Thu, 30 Apr 2020 13:00:00 -0500 2414 1 8 full false In the Heat of a Meltdown | Ep. 7 In the Heat of a Meltdown | Ep. 7 Fill your parenting toolbox with techniques for when emotions are high to help move kids from meltdown to calm down. 

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]]> Fill your parenting toolbox with techniques for when emotions are high to help move kids from meltdown to calm down. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-3288001 Thu, 23 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -0500 2662 1 7 full false How to Manage Meltdowns | Ep. 6 How to Manage Meltdowns | Ep. 6 Do you know what is contributing to your child's meltdowns? Learn tips and tricks on how to anticipate and prevent some of the stress!

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-3263152 Thu, 16 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -0500 2256 1 6 full false Guilt Free Routines | Bonus Guilt Free Routines | Bonus Support the show

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-3225265 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -0500 1212 bonus false Defining Parenting Styles | Ep. 5 Defining Parenting Styles | Ep. 5 Are you tapped into your kids’ feelings or wanting to always be in charge? Our experts dish on a few parenting types. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-3225256 Thu, 09 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -0500 2278 1 5 full false Slow Down | Ep. 4 Slow Down | Ep. 4 Help kids gain self-awareness and minimize emotional outbursts with our favorite technique to keep stressful situations in check. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-3101281 Thu, 02 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -0500 2048 1 4 full false Take a Break and Take a Breath | Ep. 3 Take a Break and Take a Breath | Ep. 3 Use our stop, breathe, talk approach to help your kids (and yourself) keep emotions in check.

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]]> Buzzsprout-2983381 Thu, 26 Mar 2020 14:00:00 -0500 2301 1 3 full false Missing Out on the Big Moments | Bonus Missing Out on the Big Moments | Bonus In the midst of COVID-19, lots of big milestone events are getting cancelled. Did you know many of these events could meet the research definition of a ritual? Listen to our Science of Parenting hosts discuss the impact of missing out on the big moments and how to talk to your kids about it. 

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]]> In the midst of COVID-19, lots of big milestone events are getting cancelled. Did you know many of these events could meet the research definition of a ritual? Listen to our Science of Parenting hosts discuss the impact of missing out on the big moments and how to talk to your kids about it. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-3098689 Tue, 24 Mar 2020 15:00:00 -0500 792 bonus false It's Not About Being Perfect | Ep. 2 It's Not About Being Perfect | Ep. 2 The balancing act of parenting isn’t always easy. Our pros dig into the latest research and current realities facing today’s families.

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-2975968 Thu, 19 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -0500 1374 1 2 full false Parenting Through COVID-19 | Bonus Parenting Through COVID-19 | Bonus Things may feel a little surreal right now with COVID-19, but our parenting pros help us navigate our current reality by keeping us rooted in trustworthy information.

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]]> Things may feel a little surreal right now with COVID-19, but our parenting pros help us navigate our current reality by keeping us rooted in trustworthy information.

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]]> Buzzsprout-3027565 Wed, 18 Mar 2020 05:00:00 -0500 1837 bonus false All Things Parenting | Ep. 1 All Things Parenting | Ep. 1 Have parenting questions? Our Human Sciences experts—­moms with kids from babies to young adults—are here to help with all your parenting needs. 

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]]> Have parenting questions? Our Human Sciences experts—­moms with kids from babies to young adults—are here to help with all your parenting needs. 

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]]> Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buzzsprout-2973949 Thu, 12 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0500 1391 1 1 full false The Science of Parenting Trailer | Ep. 0 The Science of Parenting Trailer | Ep. 0 Welcome to The Science of Parenting podcast, connecting you with research-based information that fits your family. Join us each week as we explore parenting decisions and the realities of raising a family. 

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]]> Welcome to The Science of Parenting podcast, connecting you with research-based information that fits your family. Join us each week as we explore parenting decisions and the realities of raising a family. 

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