Is It Bedtime Yet?

Social events, sports, extra curricular activities, life events, play dates, traveling... Now that the world has opened back up, does it always feel like you're constantly playing catch up? Join Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine as they discuss the experience parents have been having of feeling they're constantly trying to catch up, and how to attempt to find a little more balance.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

We've all been saying we have felt burnt out for years. But what exactly is "burnout"? Tune in for a very real discussion about what burnout is, how to identify it, and how to address it. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

After taking a much needed break, Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine are back for their first episode of 2022.  Join them as they catch up, reflect on the past month, and validate the feeling of Covid-Burnout we are ALL experiencing .Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Join Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine for their last episode of the year as they have a conversation about the holidays, some ways the holiday season can impact your mental health, and what you can do about it. Happy holidays, happy new year, and we will be back in 2022 with new episodes!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

You see the phrase everywhere- on sweatshirts, mugs, necklaces... But what exactly is a "Mama Bear"? Join Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine as they break down the meaning behind the popular phrase.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

As parents, we all do things that we know aren't good for our mental health (Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine are guilty of a lot of these as well!). Join us for a breakdown of the 10 things moms (and all caregivers!) do that impact their mental health.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Parenting fails and parenting successes... we all have them.  Join Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine as they discuss some of theirs, and why even the biggest parenting fails could be a good thing.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Halloween-time can be spooky and fun, but it's important to be mindful not to feed into the mental health stigma that can come along with it.  Happy Halloween!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Bringing a new baby home can mean a lot of new changes- especially if you already have kids at home. Join Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine as they discuss how sibling dynamics can change with a new baby joining the family.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

We know, we JUST had a back to school episode. But now that we are actually back in school (and so much is constantly changing so fast!), we thought it was worth talking about it again! Join Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine for a discussion about what being back to school has actually looked like so far in 2021.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Join Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine for a conversation all about mama drama, why it happens, and how to deal with it when it comes up. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

No matter how you chose to raise your children, someone will always have an opinion about it.  Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine discuss parenting criticism, and how to handle it.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine are back together to discuss all the anxieties and uncertainties surrounding this upcoming school year.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine discuss all the things we said we would NEVER do as parents (until we became parents).Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Have you ever minimized your own feelings?  Do you sometimes convince yourself that things "aren't that bad"? You might be gaslighting yourself! Tune in as Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine discuss this phenomenon, and share ways that you can un-learn this behavior.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine explore the anxiety many parents experience around their children's developmental milestones.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine discuss the comments, questions, and opinions that tend to come from others when you tell then you're having another boy/girl.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Some parents post about every milestone, photo, and kid update, while others feel strongly about not sharing anything about their children on social media. And both are completely okay! Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine explore this difference, and also share some exciting news!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine discuss all that postpartum shit that they just don't tell you before you experience it for yourself.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

What exactly does sleep training mean? Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine are joined by Certified Sleep Coach Ellanee Wilson to discuss all things sleep! (https://www.sleepcoachmom.com/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

We all do it, especially when we are all stuck inside together during a pandemic.  No, we aren't talking about THAT- we are talking about ARGUING! Join Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine as they break down why arguing in front of your kids isn't necessarily bad, and how to effectively.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine explore some commonly misused mental health terms in every day language, and explore how they are used and what they actually mean.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

We have ALL experienced sensory overload as parents. Join Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine for a discussion on sensory overload, what it means, how the pandemic may have made it more complicated, and what you can do about it.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine are joined by Christa Bevan, a dynamic self-care coach for radical mothers. Christa shares her thoughts on dynamic self-care for parents as well as her work with parents using TRE. (https://christagowen.com/)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

At what point does a video game hobby become a video game addiction? And what can you do about it? Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine are joined by Jeff Munn, licensed marriage and family therapist and author of 'Parenting A Video Game Addict' for an in depth discussion about video games, how to recognize when it crosses over from hobby to addiction, and what we as parents can do about it.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Have you ever complained about something pertaining to your kids and/or being a parent and then experienced guilt for feeling that way? Welcome to the club! Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine discuss this all-too common experience of feeling like we "shouldn't complain".Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

What's your love language? For this special Valentine's Day episode, Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine discuss the 5 love languages, and why it is important to know yours and your partner's primary love language.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine discuss the importance of family traditions and rituals, and how this past year may have changed what they look like.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Happy New Year! After their quick break, Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine ring in 2021 by talking about the fascination we all have with starting over, especially around the near year.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

In their last episode of 2020, Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine explore whether or not we all have PTSD from this past year. Either way, at least we made it to the end! See you all for brand new episodes in 2021! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

You have probably heard your kids exclaim, "I can't...," or have even said it yourself multiple times a day. But what do we actually MEAN when we say this? In this episode, Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine talk all about what might be underneath this phrase.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

As parents, we have all probably experienced shame and guilt at some point (and Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine discuss those two concepts a lot in previous episodes). But what really is the difference between these two words, and what is the best way to manage them when they come up? Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine break it all down for you in this episode.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

As adults who are raising tiny humans, anxiety is a pretty common experience for most parents. Dr. John Danial (https://simipsychologicalgroup.com) joins Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine for a discussion about how to manage anxiety in parenting.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

In today's special Halloween episode, Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine explore whether there is a correlation between the moon and our behaviors and mental health. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Mom rage (aka parent rage) is REAL. Join Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine as they discuss what mom rage is, how to identify triggers and precursors, and what you can do about it if you think you may be suffering from it.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine are joined by Janet Allison of Boys Alive! (https://www.boysalive.com/) for a discussion about the societal and cultural perspectives of raising boys.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

In this episode, Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine talk about examples of relationships they like in television as examples of "healthy" relationships. Who says tv can't be educational?Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Sometimes, parenting can throw you major curveballs. Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine are joined by Dr. John Danial (https://simipsychologicalgroup.com) who shares his personal experience of unexpected hurdles his family has endured when it comes to parenting.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine discuss what it's like to be pregnant during a pandemic. Spoiler alert- Someone is about to announce they are pregnant!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

In this episode, Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine are joined by Melissa Corkum of The Cork Board. Melissa, a life coach, enneagram coach, Empowered to Connect parent trainer, and mother of 6, enlighten us about what enneagrams are, and how they can help us gain insight Into ourselves and our relationships (including our relationships with our kids!). She even has a free gift offer for our listeners at the end of the episode, so you want to make sure you don't miss it! https://www.thecorkboardonline.com/ Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Ok, we know we talk a lot about self-care and why it is so important. But what exactly does self-care mean when you are trying to raise tiny humans during a pandemic? Join Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine as they reflect on how self-care might look a little different during a global pandemic.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

At some point or another, I'm sure you have that thought as a parent: "Shit- I sound like my mother!" Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine explore why we sometimes might "become" our parents, and what to do about it (if you don't want that to happen).Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

We have been in quarantine with our kids for months and talking about what that has been like for us, so we figured we might as well let our kids talk about their own experiences as well! Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine would like to introduce you to their kids, and let them tell you first hand what their experience has been over the past 3 months at home with us.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Parenthood is filled with transitions, and with the end of each phase, can come a sense of loss and a grieving process. Join Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine as they discuss the various areas of parenthood where you may experience a transitions and a sense of loss, and also ways to cope with it and move through it.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine discuss what they think the world will be like post-COVID (or rather, post the height of the pandemic), especially for parents.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

In a pre-recorded episode right before the coronavirus lockdown started, Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine discuss what good enough parenting means. In this time where parents are feeling stuck and like they aren't doing enough, this episode felt extremely timely.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

A lot of parents are wondering why their kid may be acting out or even regressing right now. Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine discuss why this is, and what to do about it.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Corona virus. Social distancing. Wear masks and gloves. Distance learning. Stay at least 6 feet apart. Zoom meetings. Welcome to parenting during a pandemic. Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine record their first remote episode apart from one another as they discuss what life has looked like for them for the past couple of weeks, and how we can cope with everything going on.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Anxiety is a common experience for a lot of people (especially in unpredictable times like these). But do you know the difference between experiencing anxiety and having an anxiety disorder? Take some deep breaths, and join Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine as they break it all down for you in this episode. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine shoot the shit about extra curricular activities for kids.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)

Dr. Jenn and Dr. Sarine discuss all things Freud. This episode will be unlike any mother.... I mean, other.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/isitbedtimeyetpodcast)