Podcasts about Child development

Send a textIn this inspiring episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome Shabnum Bi, founder and director of the award-winning Early Nurture Preschool in Birmingham, England. Shabnum shares her remarkable journey from becoming a single mother in 2001 to establishing a preschool that focuses on early intervention and attachment-based learning for children with special educational needs and disadvantaged backgrounds. She discusses the philosophies and daily practices that have earned her preschool an outstanding rating, emphasizing the importance of building strong relationships with children and their families. Shabnum highlights the critical gaps in early years education that motivated her to specialize in SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and how early identification can lead to better outcomes for children. Tune in as she shares her insights on balancing leadership with nurturing care, the role of parents in early education, and her vision for future changes in the sector. With a commitment to empowering others and a passion for making a difference, Shabnum's story is sure to inspire listeners to value themselves and pursue their dreams in education and beyond.Support the show

Note:  The co-hosts of this podcast are not mental health professionals.  If you or someone you love is struggling with loss and grief, please seek the help of a qualified mental health professional.  From the viewpoint of early educators, Cynthia and Alison discuss the impact of grief and loss on young children. Join this episode to consider the importance of supporting children through these experiences by using clear and age-appropriate language to explain loss and by providing consistent care and understanding.Check out our website:  https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities:  https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA

SMALL ACTS, BIG IMPACTWhat if the most powerful learning tools fit in your pocket and your daily routine? We sit down with Candi to explore how tiny, intentional moments—eye tracking with a flashlight, stacking blocks, reading lips during feeds, and simple affirmations—become the foundation for motor skills, language, and secure attachment. Candi shares the origin story of Let's Talk Kids and Baby Know, built with award-winning early childhood educators, and explains how clinical best practices meet everyday play so parents can support development without overwhelm.We dig into the difference between “wait and see” and “start now,” with practical guidance parents can use from birth to age three. You'll hear about culturally responsive kits co-created with community partners, university evaluations validating outcomes, and an unexpected breakout: teen dads using meditations and affirmations to handle overnights with confidence. We go inside the entrepreneurial journey too—how to scale through nonprofit and school partnerships, why cultural translation is more than swapping words, and what it takes to keep momentum when funding lags behind the science.This conversation also reaches beyond the nursery. Candi talks advocacy at the Capitol for families and infants who can't speak for themselves, the crucial window of zero to three in brain development, and why presence and repair matter just as much as milestones. We reflect on maternity and paternity leave for founders, wise approaches to nutrition and allergy introduction, and the role of faith and community in helping parents feel seen. If you're a parent, educator, or entrepreneur, you'll walk away with clear steps you can try today—and a renewed belief that small acts truly deliver big impact.Enjoyed this one? Subscribe, share with a parent or educator who'd love it, and leave a quick review to help more families find these tools.Resources:MN CupScott County Fast TrackMN State Grants Connect with Candi:Email: candiwalz@gmail.comWebsite(s): Baby Know & Let's Talk KidsFB: Baby Know & Let's Talk KidsLI: Candi (Walz) SeilContact the Host, Kelly Kirk: Email: info.ryh7@gmail.com Get Connected/Follow: The Hue Drop Newsletter: Subscribe Here IG: @ryh_pod & @thekelly.tanke.kirk Facebook: Reclaiming Your Hue Facebook Page CAKES Affiliate Link: KELLYKIRK Credits: Editor: Joseph Kirk Music: Kristofer Tanke Thanks for listening & cheers to Reclaiming Your Hue!

The wound between women is not just interpersonal. It is neurobiological, historical, and deeply rooted in systems that were designed to divide us. In this episode, Jennifer Wallace and Elisabeth Kristof are joined by Dr. Lovey Bradley, Msc.D., NSI certified practitioner, BrainBased facilitator, and facilitator of the NSI BIPOC Affinity Group, whose work sits at the intersection of female hormone health, nervous system regulation, and somatic approaches to trauma. Together, they go deep on one of the most underexplored dimensions of collective healing: the feminine wound, and specifically the racial fracture at its root. Lovey shares her own experience of dissociation in a predominantly white healing space during her NCAI certification, and what that revealed about epigenetic nervous system patterns that have nothing to do with individual will and everything to do with what our bodies have inherited and learned to expect. Jennifer and Elisabeth reflect honestly on their own experiences, including what it takes for white bodied women to pause, stop fixing, and actually listen without collapsing into shame or urgency. The conversation also traces the science behind why relational stress hits the female nervous system so hard, why oxytocin can amplify threat as much as it buffers it when relationships are unsafe, and how chronic cortisol dysregulation suppresses progesterone and drives the health outcomes so many women are navigating. Topic Include: Why the feminine wound cannot be fully healed without naming its racial roots How the nervous system adapts to chronic relational threat in female coded spaces What social baseline theory tells us about why disconnection between women is a physiological load, not just an emotional one How early experiences of exclusion, relational aggression, and peer victimization become nervous system prediction patterns in adulthood Why oxytocin amplifies relational stress when social environments are unsafe How high cortisol suppresses progesterone and drives inflammation, infertility, and hormonal dysregulation What it looks like for white bodied women to stay present without defaulting to shame, urgency, or over-repair Why healing within cultures must precede healing across them What a real path forward looks like, starting at the individual level Chapters 0:00 - Why Racial Trauma Is the Root We Are Not Talking About 1:05 - Welcome: The Feminine Wound Through a Nervous System Lens 3:48 - Introducing Dr. Lovey Bradley and Why This Conversation Matters 7:00 - How the Sister Wound Shows Up in Friendships, Workplaces, and Healing Spaces 10:21 - Dr. Lovey's Personal Story: Dissociating in a Predominantly White Healing Space 17:11 - Social Baseline Theory and the Neurobiology of Relational Disconnection 24:54 - The Historical Root: White Women, Racial Hierarchy, and the Fractured Sisterhood 27:26 - What It Takes for White Bodied Women to Listen Without Collapsing 34:14 - Colorism, Division Within Cultures, and Where Trust Has to Begin 43:08 - Early Developmental Roots: How Relational Threat Shapes the Nervous System 46:52 - Oxytocin, Cortisol, Progesterone, and the Female Hormone Connection 49:56 - A Path Forward: Building Trust One Relationship at a Time Ways to Engage with Neurosomatics: Neurosomatic Intelligence is now enrolling : https://neurosomaticintelligence.com/nsi-certification Join us for a two week trial of neurosomatic practices at rewiretrial.com Free BrainBased neurosomatic workshop for entrepreneurs at rewirecapacity.com Sacred Synapse: an educational YouTube channel founded by Jennifer Wallace that explores nervous system regulation, applied neuroscience, consciousness, and psychedelic preparation and integration through Neurosomatic Intelligence.  Wayfinder Journal: Track nervous system patterns and support preparation and integration through Neurosomatic Intelligence. Learn to work with Boundaries at the level of the body and nervous system at https://www.boundaryrewire.com   Resources that inform this episode: Coan, James A., Hillary S. Schaefer, and Richard J. Davidson. "Lending a Hand: Social Regulation of the Neural Response to Threat." Psychological Science, vol. 17, no. 12, 2006, pp. 1032–1039. Crick, Nicki R., and Jennifer K. Grotpeter. "Relational Aggression, Gender, and Social-Psychological Adjustment." Child Development, vol. 66, no. 3, 1995, pp. 710–722. Holt-Lunstad, Julianne, Timothy B. Smith, and J. Bradley Layton. "Social Relationships and Mortality Risk: A Meta-Analytic Review." PLOS Medicine, vol. 7, no. 7, 2010, e1000316. Miller, Jean Baker. Toward a New Psychology of Women. Beacon Press, 1976. Wellesley Centers for Women ed., 2012. Prinstein, Mitchell J., et al. "Peer Victimization, Friendship, and the Stress Response." Development and Psychopathology, vol. 17, no. 4, 2005, pp. 1017–1038. Rimé, Bernard. "Emotion Elicits the Social Sharing of Emotion: Theory and Empirical Review." Emotion Review, vol. 1, no. 1, 2009, pp. 60–85. Shamay-Tsoory, Simone G., and Ahmad Abu-Akel. "The Social Salience Hypothesis of Oxytocin." Biological Psychiatry, vol. 79, no. 3, 2016, pp. 194–202. Taylor, Shelley E., et al. "Biobehavioral Responses to Stress in Females: Tend-and-Befriend, Not Fight-or-Flight." Psychological Review, vol. 107, no. 3, 2000, pp. 411–429. Taylor, Shelley E. "Tend and Befriend: Biobehavioral Bases of Affiliation under Stress." Current Directions in Psychological Science, vol. 15, no. 6, 2006, pp. 273–277. Tedeschi, Richard G., and Lawrence G. Calhoun. "Posttraumatic Growth: Conceptual Foundations and Empirical Evidence." Psychological Inquiry, vol. 15, no. 1, 2004, pp. 1–18. Uchino, Bert N. "Social Support and Health: A Review of Physiological Processes Potentially Underlying Links to Disease Outcomes." Journal of Behavioral Medicine, vol. 29, no. 4, 2006, pp. 377–387. 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Text Sue what you think!What can unschooling families learn from the neurodivergent community?In this episode, Sue Patterson looks at how our understanding of “quirky” kids has changed over the years—and why many unschooling parents are learning from approaches developed within the neurodivergent community.Even families without a diagnosis can benefit from these ideas when kids struggle with expectations, pressure, or social dynamics.In this episode:Reassurance for parents of neurodivergent childrenHow the conversation around neurodivergence has evolvedWhy many families turn to unschooling when school isn't working What parents can learn from neurodivergent-informed parenting approachesResources for neurodivergent familiesSue also shares details about the Unschooling Summit, where many speakers will be discussing neurodivergence in unschooling families.

Do you say "centers," "houskeeping area," "show and tell," or other common early childhood words without thinking about whether they matter? What we say impacts how we act and how we view expectations of young children. In this episode of "How Preschool Teachers Do It," Cynthia and Alison discuss the importance of broadening our language to help everyone.Check out our website:  https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities:  https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Nikki Bush, Resident human potential and parenting expert, about how to talk with children about war and global unrest - especially in light of recent events involving Iran, using calm, honest, age‑appropriate language that helps them understand without frightening them Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Nikki Bush, Resident human potential and parenting expert, about how to talk with children about war and global unrest - especially in light of recent events involving Iran, using calm, honest, age‑appropriate language that helps them understand without frightening them Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Now I Get It with Dr. Andy. In this episode, I sit down with Angela MacEwen, a lifelong child development expert and former site supervisor at Friends of St. Francis — a distinguished San Francisco preschool specializing in the care of traumatized children. Angela made headlines during the COVID-19 pandemic when her plan for safely reopening childcare for essential workers became the citywide model. Today, she's bringing an even more urgent message: after decades of working with young children, she has never seen anything like what's happening right now. For the first time in her career, not a single one of the 38 children at her school can summarize a story that has just been read to them. Not one.Angela and I explore what twenty years of unchecked screen exposure has done to children's developing brains — from the erosion of the critical cognitive "pause," to the collapse of both auditory and visual processing, to kids who can decode words on a page but have no idea what those words mean. We also discuss why this generation's problems are showing up even in children born after the pandemic, what the looming rise of AI means for kids who are already struggling, and the surprising solution some schools are already using to fight back. If you are a parent, educator, or anyone who cares about the next generation, this conversation is one you simply cannot afford to miss.In this episode, you will learn:(01:53) Why screens can't replace real-world sensory input for developing brains (03:35) How the disappearance of the cognitive "pause" set the stage for today's focus crisis (08:03) The "Goldilocks test" — and why zero out of 38 preschoolers could pass it (12:34) Why both auditory and visual processing are now being affected (13:08) What toddlers mimicking phone behavior tells us about screen culture (16:55) Why kids are learning to read words without understanding them (18:51) What embodied intelligence is and why screens can't replicate it (22:08) Why the solution isn't eliminating technology — it's protecting kids until their brains are readyLet's connect!linktr.ee/drprandy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Uniting Hearts: Celebrating Talents in an Orphanage Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2026-03-05-08-38-20-sr Story Transcript:Sr: У пространој згради око које су цветале прве пролећне цветове, дечји смех испуњавао је ваздух.En: In the spacious building surrounded by blooming first spring flowers, children's laughter filled the air.Sr: Милош је са осмехом ступио у сиротиште.En: Miloš entered the orphanage with a smile.Sr: Он је недавно постао саветник и био је одлучан да помогне деци.En: He had recently become a counselor and was determined to help the children.Sr: Укључивање био је његов циљ, а данашњи план био је да организује прославу за Међународни дан жена.En: Inclusion was his goal, and today's plan was to organize a celebration for International Women's Day.Sr: Две девојчице су му привукле пажњу — Драгана и Јелена.En: Two girls caught his attention—Dragana and Jelena.Sr: Драгана је била бујна и незаустављива.En: Dragana was exuberant and unstoppable.Sr: Она је увек била у средишту пажње, готово увек активна и често правила несташлуке.En: She was always the center of attention, almost always active and often mischievous.Sr: Насупрот ње, Јелена је била тиха и повучена, али је имала изниман таленат за цртање.En: In contrast, Jelena was quiet and withdrawn, but she had an exceptional talent for drawing.Sr: Њена уметничка дела била су као прозор у њену унутрашњост.En: Her artworks were like a window into her inner world.Sr: Док су се припремали за прославу, Милош је приметио колико је изазовно било повезати ове две различите личности.En: As they prepared for the celebration, Miloš noticed how challenging it was to connect these two different personalities.Sr: Одлучио је да направи мали догађај где би све девојке могле да покажу своје таленте.En: He decided to create a small event where all the girls could showcase their talents.Sr: Био је уверен да ће се тако боље разумети.En: He was confident that this would lead to better understanding.Sr: На почетку догађаја, Драгана је трчала около, правиле су глупости и смејале се.En: At the start of the event, Dragana was running around, making mischief and laughing.Sr: Јелена је седела на столу у ћошку, цртала цветове које је видела напољу.En: Jelena sat at a table in the corner, drawing the flowers she saw outside.Sr: Милош је узео микрофон и најавио догодовштине које се припремају за девојке.En: Miloš took the microphone and announced the activities prepared for the girls.Sr: Када је поменуо да би свако могао показати свој таленат, Драгана је својим шалама изазвала тренутак конфузије код Јелене.En: When he mentioned that everyone could showcase their talent, Dragana caused a moment of confusion for Jelena with her jokes.Sr: Јелена се повукла још више у себе.En: Jelena withdrew even more into herself.Sr: Видевши то, Милош је брзо пришао и ставио руку на рамена обема девојчицама.En: Seeing this, Miloš quickly approached and put a hand on both girls' shoulders.Sr: "Зашто не бисмо прославили тако што ће свака девојка показати свој таленат?En: "Why don't we celebrate by having every girl showcase her talent?Sr: Драгана, твоја енергија је невероватна.En: Dragana, your energy is incredible.Sr: А Јелена, твоје цртеже су дивне.En: And Jelena, your drawings are wonderful.Sr: Хајде да радимо заједно?En: Let's work together?"Sr: "На његову изненађење, девојчице су почеле да сарађују.En: To his surprise, the girls began to collaborate.Sr: Драгана је смислила мали наступ са песмом, док је Јелена направила позадину сцене својим цртежима.En: Dragana came up with a little performance with a song, while Jelena created the stage background with her drawings.Sr: Њихова сарадња је донела осмех свима у публици, а саме девојчице су се смејале и забављале.En: Their collaboration brought smiles to everyone in the audience, as the girls themselves laughed and had fun.Sr: На крају вечери, Милош је знао да је успео, бар за тај дан.En: By the end of the evening, Miloš knew he had succeeded, at least for that day.Sr: Његов напор да уједини девојчице успео је, а Драгана и Јелена биле су задовољније.En: His efforts to unite the girls were successful, and Dragana and Jelena were more satisfied.Sr: Милош је научио да буде чврст, али и пун емпатије, док су девојчице училе о важности пријатељства и размене талената.En: Miloš learned to be firm but also empathetic, while the girls learned about the importance of friendship and sharing talents.Sr: Пролећни ветар носио је нову наду кроз сиротиште.En: The spring breeze carried new hope through the orphanage.Sr: То је био почетак лепог пријатељства.En: It was the beginning of a beautiful friendship. Vocabulary Words:spacious: пространојblooming: цветалеorphanage: сиротиштеcounselor: саветникinclusion: укључивањеexuberant: бујнаunstoppable: незаустављиваmischievous: несташлукеwithdrawn: повученаexceptional: изниманartworks: уметничка делаchallenge: изазовноshowcase: покажуconfusion: конфузијеcollaborate: сарађујуperformance: наступbackground: позадинуaudience: публициempathy: емпатијеunderstanding: разуметиlaughter: смехtalents: талентеannounced: најавиоsurprise: изненађењеefforts: напорfirm: чврстhope: надуbeginning: почетакfriendship: пријатељстваbreeze: ветар

Are there lessons about taking care of yourself that you wish you had learned when you were younger? Did you understand why you were told to eat certain foods or be active? Join Cindy and Alison as they discuss how we can help today's children establish healthy habits as part of their everyday lives.Note: Only the image for today's episode was generated by AI.  Cynthia and Alison couldn't be more real.Check out our website:  https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities:  https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKAThis episode includes AI-generated content.

Nevena and John talk to Mark Nielsen – Associate Professor, School of Psychology, The University of Queensland, Punch and his Plushie, Attachment Theory A baby macaque monkey named Punch has gone viral for his heart-wrenching pursuit of companionship. After being abandoned by his mother and rejected by the rest of his troop, his zookeepers at Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan provided Punch with an orangutan plushie as a stand-in mother. Videos of the monkey clinging to the toy have gone viral worldwide” “But Punch's attachment to his inanimate companion is not just the subject of a heartbreaking video. It also harks back to the story of a famous set of psychology experiments conducted in the 1950s by US researcher Harry Harlow. The findings from his experiments underpin many of the central tenets of attachment theory, which positions the bond between parent and child as crucial in child development. What were Harlow's experiments? Harlow took rhesus monkeys from birth, and removed them from their mothers. These monkeys were raised in an enclosure in which they had access to two surrogate “mothers”. A viral monkey, his plushie, and a 70-year-old experiment: what Punch tells us about attachment theory Mark joined the School of Psychology in 2002 as a UQ Postdoctoral Research Fellow after completing his PhD at La Trobe University. His research interests lie in a range of inter-related aspects of socio-cognitive development in young human children and non-human primates. His current research is primarily focused on charting the origins and development of human cultural cognition. He is: – Senior Research Associate, University of Johannesburg, South Africa – a member of: Association for Psychological Science; Society for Research in Child Development; Australasian Human Development Association – an Associate Editor: Journal of Experimental Child Psychology; PLoS ONE 0 an Editorial Consultant: Child Development; Developmental Science The post Sat, 28th Feb, 2026: Mark Nielsen, Associate Professor, School of Psychology, The University of Queensland, Punch and his Plushie, Attachment Theory appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom.Is the idea of attachment parenting new to you and your family? Or could you use a refresher on what secure attachment is and why it matters? Listen to this conversation with Samantha Farris, LMSW, from the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development. She's helping us understand the basics of building secure attachment between parent and child to strengthen our families.In this episode, we talk about:How would you describe attachment in the simplest, most hopeful way for a caregiver who's new to the idea of parent/child attachment? Or who may feel overwhelmed by what they've heard and are unsure where to start or start over?Can you walk us through an overview of the attachment cycle and how it typically develops in infancy and early childhood?What are some everyday signs caregivers would see that indicate a secure attachment is developing? (even if it's not “perfect”)Why does attachment matter so much — not just in childhood, but across a person's lifespan?What happens in the brain or nervous system when a child feels securely connected versus chronically disconnected?How does adding the practice of being “trauma-informed” change a parent or caregiver's approach to forging that connection with their adopted or foster child?What are the types of experiences or stressors that kids in our (adoptive, foster, relative caregiving) community may interrupt the natural flow of attachment development?What are the different attachment profiles or styles, in addition to secure attachment?What are three common signs that a child might be struggling with attachment?How might attachment challenges show up differently in toddlers vs school-age children vs. teens?When a child comes with a history of instability, what helps establish a sense of safety and a foundation of trust? What are three things newly adoptive or foster parents can do to nurture attachment in the early days of meeting or welcoming a child home?When a child needs professional help for attachment challenges, what kinds of therapy or supports have you seen be most healing?If a parent feels disconnected, what are two things they can do starting today to begin building attachment?What is one piece of advice you'd give to a brand-new parent or caregiver who has never had to think intentionally about forming attachment before listening to this?Support the showPlease leave us a rating or review. This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are a national non-profit with the mission to strengthen and inspire adoptive, foster & kinship parents and the professionals who support them.Creating a Family brings you the following trauma-informed, expert-based content: Weekly podcasts Weekly articles/blog posts Resource pages on all aspects of family building

Welcome back to another episode of Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick. In today's conversation, Michael is joined by AJ Denson as they dive into the foundational building blocks of healthy relationships and spiritual well-being—the "Four S's" of attachment: seen, soothed, safe, and secure.Picking up from their previous conversation on Attachment Neuroscience and the Trinity, Michael unpacks how the story of God is ultimately a story of profound attachment, beginning with the indivisible unity of the Trinity itself. The discussion explores how these four components of attachment shape not only our childhood experiences but also our spiritual lives and adult relationships.Together, they reflect on what it means to be truly seen and delighted in, drawing parallels between the secure love a child needs and the way God knows and loves us deeply. With honest stories, cultural insights, and a grounding in Scripture, this episode offers hope for healing and restoration, even in the places where attachment may have been broken.Support the showENGAGE THE RESTORING THE SOUL PODCAST:- Follow us on YouTube - Tweet us at @michaeljcusick and @PodcastRTS- Like us on Facebook- Follow us on Instagram & Twitter- Follow Michael on Twitter- Email us at info@restoringthesoul.com Thanks for listening!

Join Cindy and Alison for a discussion of the abstract things we say to children and why that only provides them with "nonsense data."Check out our website:  https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities:  https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA

New AI Risk Parents may not be aware of. Antidotes, if your child is talking to a Bot Instead of You.  We share the risks and the antidotes to artificial intelligence impact on a child's emotional development. Included is a free Guide with Antidotes for Parent & Caregiver for Artificial Intelligence Impact on Child Development for safety.

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In this powerful conversation, Dr. Tony Ebel sits down with Dr. Stefanie, founder of Building Brilliant Brains, to explore the critical connection between movement, neurodevelopment, and building healthy brains from birth. Dr. Stefanie shares her passion for helping parents understand how simple, intentional movement patterns and environmental setup can dramatically impact a child's brain development. From crawling tracks to Pikler triangles, this episode is packed with actionable advice for both preventing developmental challenges and helping children who are already struggling get back on track. The conversation emphasizes the power of chiropractic care combined with movement integration, and ends with an inspiring reminder to trust parental instinct when it comes to a child's development.-----Links & ResourcesFollow Dr. Stefanie on instagram: @buildingbrilliantbrainsCheck out Dr. Stefanie's website: https://buildingbrilliantbrains.us/Sign up for the FREE LIVE March 5th Kick the Sick Webinar: www.thepxdocs.com/kick-the-sick-----Key Moments:08:00 How Dr. Stefanie discovered the life-changing book that sparked her passion14:00 Understanding innate intelligence and the dad's role in brain development24:00 The perfect storm vs. the perfect path: helping kids get back on track32:00 Why chiropractic adjustments amplify the benefits of OT and PT38:00 The crawling reflex myth and setting up your environment for movement44:00 Essential home setup: gym mats, doorway gyms, and Pikler triangles48:00 What to return: containers that are sabotaging brain development54:00 How parents know their child's brain is thriving: trusting your gut-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocs Facebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs Network Youtube: The PX Docs For more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here

Welcome to another episode of Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick. Today's conversation dives deep into the heart of spiritual growth, as AJ Denson returns to interview Michael about his award-winning book, Sacred Attachment, Escaping Spiritual Exhaustion and Trusting in Divine Love.The episode explores Chapter 3, focusing on attachment theory and its profound connection to both psychology and the divine. Michael lays a foundation by tracing attachment back beyond neuroscience and child development, all the way to the ultimate example: the Trinity. Together, Michael and AJ unpack how the Trinity models perfect attunement and connection, and what this means for our relationship with God, others, and ourselves.Support the showENGAGE THE RESTORING THE SOUL PODCAST:- Follow us on YouTube - Tweet us at @michaeljcusick and @PodcastRTS- Like us on Facebook- Follow us on Instagram & Twitter- Follow Michael on Twitter- Email us at info@restoringthesoul.com Thanks for listening!

Did you know we actually have more than five senses? Interoceptive awareness is the ability to sense and interpret signals from within the body. Do you wonder why your child is not warm when you are? Do you think about why children don't realize they feel sick? In this episode, Cindy and Alison discuss this important sense and how it manifests in our interactions with young children.Check out our website:  https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities:  https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA

Shakta Khalsa is an internationally recognized yoga teacher, educator, and author known for her work bringing yoga and mindfulness practices to children. In Children and Yoga, Khalsa presents playful, age-appropriate techniques that use movement, breathing, storytelling, and relaxation to help young people develop focus, emotional balance, body awareness, and self-confidence. Her approach blends traditional yoga principles with child development insights, offering parents and educators practical tools to support physical health, calmness, creativity, and positive social skills in a fun and engaging way.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media

Screens are ubiquitous in today's world, and concerns about how they affect kids are mounting. Last month, Australia banned social media use for kids under 16, with some European countries poised to follow. But what's the science on how neverending YouTube videos or TikToks affect kids' brains and bodies? Joining Host Flora Lichtman to discuss are neuroscientist John Foxe and behavioral developmental pediatrician Jenny Radesky.Guests:Dr. John Foxe is Director of The Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience at the University of Rochester in New York.Dr. Jenny Radesky is a developmental behavioral pediatrician at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. She's also co-Medical Director of the American Academy of Pediatrics Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health.Transcripts for each episode are available within 1-3 days at sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

Have you heard about the salespeople long ago who would try to sell cures that did not work? Unfortunately, there are people who try to do the same thing with strategies for early learners that are not research-based and proven to be effective. Join Cynthia and Alison for a discussion about what does not have an easy cure and what you can do.Check out our website:  https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities:  https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA

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https://teachhoops.com/ Does every youth sport really need to break the bank to provide a winning experience? Many believe only big-city organizations with big budgets can develop top talent. This episode proves otherwise. Bill Flitter welcomes baseball and basketball multi-sport coach Derick Wagner, who shares how small-town programs can keep costs low and culture high. How are you investing in your players' enjoyment and growth? Hear how to: Build a family-first culture that keeps kids coming back. Use resourceful sponsorships to create opportunities for all. Define “winning” beyond the scoreboard. There's plenty more coaching wisdom on the way. Let's change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review.

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Cynthia and Allison discuss that some activities we do are not essential milestones. Why do we do them? Do they still have value? Join us for a robust discussion on what constitutes a milestone and what does not.Check out our website:  https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities:  https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA

https://teachhoops.com/ Does every youth sport really need to break the bank to provide a winning experience? Many believe only big-city organizations with big budgets can develop top talent. This episode proves otherwise. Bill Flitter welcomes baseball and basketball multi-sport coach Derick Wagner, who shares how small-town programs can keep costs low and culture high. How are you investing in your players' enjoyment and growth? Hear how to: Build a family-first culture that keeps kids coming back. Use resourceful sponsorships to create opportunities for all. Define “winning” beyond the scoreboard. There's plenty more coaching wisdom on the way. Let's change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review.

Early childhood intervention can change the trajectory of a child's life—but in Texas, funding hasn't kept pace with growing need.In this episode of the Texas Talks Podcast, host Brad Swail sits down with Veronda Durden, President and CEO of Any Baby Can, to discuss how early intervention services support children with developmental delays, strengthen families, and build long-term community resilience across Central Texas.Drawing on her 32-year career in Texas state government and her leadership at Any Baby Can, Durden explains how federal and state policies shape early childhood services, why providers are required to serve eligible children without guaranteed funding, and how rising costs are forcing difficult decisions in rural and fast-growing counties. Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@TexasTalks

This conversation with Dr. Lucía Alcalá explores how cultural values shape children's autonomy, motivation, emotional development, and contributions to family life. Drawing from her research with Indigenous communities in Yucatán, she reveals what Western parenting norms overlook and how collaboration and reciprocity can transform family dynamics. The episode invites listeners to rethink childhood itself as part of a healthier, more regenerative economy.View the show notes: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/2026/1/27/raising-collaborative-children-in-a-fragmented-economy-w-dr-luca-alcalEarly bird registration is now open for the spring 2026 cohort of The Next Economy MBA, a nine-month facilitated learning journey for people building a more just and regenerative economy. Save 20 percent if you sign up before February 2. Learn more at lifteconomy.com/mba.

Listen to my Morning Monologue: I'm sharing my take on pressing issues, enlightening research on human behavior, answering questions I get by email, and my favorite, most instructive interactions with callers. Everything you'll hear is designed to help you become a better spouse, parent, family member, co-worker, friend, and human being. It's the free therapy you need! Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872, email drlaura@drlaura.com, or make an appointment at DrLaura.comFollow me on social media:Facebook.com/DrLauraInstagram.com/DrLauraProgramYouTube.com/DrLauraJoin My Family!!Receive my Weekly Newsletter + 20% off my Marriage 101 course & 25% off Merch! Sign up now, it's FREE!Each week you'll get new articles, featured emails from listeners, special event invitations, early access to my Dr. Laura Designs Store benefiting Children of Fallen Patriots, and MORE! Sign up at DrLaura.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Adults use sayings to teach children life lessons, but do those sayings make sense to young children? Do the sayings even reflect real-life skills? Join Cynthia and Alison for a discussion of sayings that baffle early learners (and. maybe us, too).Check out our website:  https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities:  https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA

Welcome to The Mental Breakdown and Psychreg Podcast! Today, Dr. Berney and Dr. Marshall discuss recent research that demonstrates what happens to children when parents are frequently distracted by their own electronic devices. Read the articles from Systematic Reviews here and from Child Development here. You can now follow Dr. Marshall on twitter, as well! Dr. Berney and Dr. Marshall are happy to announce the release of their new parenting e-book, Handbook for Raising an Emotionally Healthy Child Part 2: Attention. You can get your copy from Amazon here. We hope that you will join us each morning so that we can help you make your day the best it can be! See you tomorrow. Become a patron and support our work at http://www.Patreon.com/thementalbreakdown. Visit Psychreg for blog posts covering a variety of topics within the fields of mental health and psychology. The Parenting Your ADHD Child course is now on YouTube! Check it out at the Paedeia YouTube Channel. The Handbook for Raising an Emotionally Health Child Part 1: Behavior Management is now available on kindle! Get your copy today! The Elimination Diet Manual is now available on kindle and nook! Get your copy today! Follow us on Twitter and Facebook and subscribe to our YouTube Channels, Paedeia and The Mental Breakdown. Please leave us a review on iTunes so that others might find our podcast and join in on the conversation!

Send us comments, suggestions and ideas here! In this week's episode we get down on our fours and howl wildly into the microphone about Marcos Rodriguez Pantajo, the little Spanish boy who was raised by wolves. Using first-hand accounts as our sources, we follow Marcos on his unlikely and spectacular journey of three separate lives; first where he was abused as a toddler by his wicked step-mother before being sold into goat-herding slavery, his life of twelve years sleeping and eating with wolves and when, eventually, the Spanish authorities dragged him kicking and screaming back to society before handing him a rifle and pushing him into mandatory military service. Join us as we settle in and get cozy for this story as told and researched by Heka Astra who, in the second half, explores Marcos's re-integration with society and what the entire story says about human psychology and the human soul (from a Khemetic perspective of course.) Thank you and enjoy the show!In this the free side of the show we discuss:The Abusive Childhood of MarcosSold Into SlaverySurvival Abandonment in NatureHow Marcos Joined the Wolf PackThe Language of the AnimalsRobert Anton Wilson's Prometheus RisingCapture by Spanish Authorities The Biology of Human SpeechIn the extended show available at www.patreon.com/TheWholeRabbit we continue telling the tale of  Marcos' life and discuss:Making a Boy into a Civilized ManCallouses and Service in CordobaLife As a “Medicine” DealerStruggle with AlcoholismGabriel Janer ManilaLife as a Homeless ManDaytime TelevisionInter-species AlloparentingThe Ba SoulThis episode was written by Heka Astra with addition sections written in blue by Chillz, quotes and commentary by Luke, Tim and Mari.Where to find The Whole Rabbit:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0AnJZhmPzaby04afmEWOAVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_whole_rabbitTwitter: https://twitter.com/1WholeRabbitOrder Stickers: https://www.stickermule.com/thewholerabbitOther Merchandise: https://thewholerabbit.myspreadshop.com/Music By Spirit Travel Plaza:https://open.spotify.com/artist/30dW3WB1sYofnow7y3V0YoSources:Spaniard raised by wolves disappointed with human life: https://web.archive.org/web/20201230150252/https://english.elpais.com/elpais/2018/03/28/inenglish/1522237746_629465.htmlLisa Märcz - Feral children: Questioning the human-animal boundary from an anthropological perspective:https://www.researchgate.net/publication/329659763_Feral_children_Questioning_the_human-animal_boundary_from_an_anthropological_perspectiveAndrei Tapalaga - The Boy Who Was Raised by Wolves for 12 Years (Spain's Wolf-boy):https://www.scriSupport the show

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!New in 2026: Space to Dream Retreats Around the World What if your next chapter could begin in a beautiful city, with a few quiet hours just for you?Space to Dream is a half-day, in-person workshop experience designed to help you step out of the noise and into a moment of intentional pause—one that invites clarity, softness, and possibility. Hosted in inspiring destinations around the world, this experience is for women ready to say yes to what's next.

Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, our host, Gabrielle Crichlow, invites guest Dr. Marci Klein, a pediatrician-turned-STEM entrepreneur and co-founder of 3DuxDesign, to discuss child development and the role of technology in learning. They delve into the pros and cons of technology, emphasizing the importance of balancing it with hands-on creativity to cultivate an environment that fosters curiosity and emotional intelligence.Dr. Klein highlights concerns regarding excessive technology use, which can lead to declines in children's fine motor skills, creativity, and social interactions. The conversation stresses the need for hands-on learning, illustrating how it promotes active engagement and real-world problem-solving skills. They also discuss the importance of effective communication skills and how parents can engage in collaborative activities with their children instead of relying solely on devices.As the discussion unfolds, they explore constructive tech resources like Book Creator and Chatterpix, as well as the use of 3D models to create stories. The episode touches on the distinction between technology for consumption and technology for creation, underscoring how assembling models can be a valuable tool for parents looking to enhance their children's skills while fostering creativity.Join us for insights on effectively integrating technology while ensuring children develop essential skills for their future!Who is Dr. Marci Klein?Dr. Marci Klein is a pediatrician-turned-STEM entrepreneur and co-founder of 3DuxDesign, a company that creates hands-on, project-based learning resources for K–12 classrooms, afterschool programs, and enrichment settings. Drawing from over 25 years as a physician specializing in child development, she now focuses on designing meaningful learning experiences that blend academic growth with community-centered design. Her award-winning programs and resources are used worldwide to engage students in real-world problem solving, engineering design, and creative innovation—empowering the next generation with the skills and confidence to shape their future.You can find Marci:On the web: https://www.3duxdesign.com/On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3DuxDesignOn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/3duxdesign/On LinkedIn (personal): https://www.linkedin.com/in/marci-klein-m-d-40b24b62/On LinkedIn (business): https://www.linkedin.com/company/3duxdesign/On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@3duxdesign893Discount code "luckydux" for 10% off first order. Visit website to use the code: https://www.3duxdesign.com/Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/ioDVBriJ3vMOriginal date of episode: September 22, 2025Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hot-topics--5600971/support.

This week, we're looking at a major study that is following the development of children born in the UK in 2026. It's called Generation New Era, and in this episode we hear from the team leading the research: how they plan to run it, what earlier cohort studies have revealed, and what they hope to discover this time around. The study has been funded by public investment from UKRI, and their Economic and Social Research Council... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

Should we go to the crying child? What happens if we don't? Join Cynthia and Alison as they discuss Eric Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, with a focus on the first stage of trust versus mistrust.Check out our website:  https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities:  https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA

Hi everyone! Welcome back to another episode of The Chai on Life Podcast. I'm Alex Segal and today, I'm speaking with Yael Sunshine Komer, a parenting coach and sleep consultant.Yael (Sunshine) Komer, M.A. in Child Development, helps families navigate sleep and behavior challenges with evidence-based tools and real-world understanding. With years of private practice experience, she brings science down to earth with warmth, humor, and practicality.Since I'm in the little kid stage of life, I love speaking about parenting because it's so applicable and truly such an avodah every single day. There are endless topics to discuss, mindset shifts to tackle and personal work we're doing daily to become the parents and people we want to be.In the episode, we speak about:-All things baby sleep and sleep training -Plus, we answer a ton of questions related to kids slightly older:--How do I calm myself down when my child is having a tantrum? --How can I regulate myself emotionally when my child needs that emotional regulation also? --How do I help them learn the skills to do so? --How can I be there for them and take care of the other things I need to do in that moment whether that's taking care of a baby, making dinner, or answering a call? --How do I get to the root cause of an issue with a child and uncover what help they may need? --How can I relate more to my kids when it's hard to connect? --How can I create intrinsic motivation in my kids? --How can I positively connect and utilize the time when things are calm?There is sooo much jam-packed in there and our conversation is filled with examples from both of our lives so you can really visualize a scenario and get tangible takeaways that apply to your own life. Yael is open to taking on new clients for either parenting help or sleep coaching so you can reach out to her at Yaelsunshine89@gmail.com.

You've heard it a thousand times: “But what about socialization?” “What if my kid falls behind?” “What if they only want screens?” In this episode, I'm joined by Courtney (former teacher + school psychologist, now a private evaluator/advocate) to break down what unschooling actually is — and what it looks like in real life.We talk about the fear parents carry when they step outside the school system, and why so many families need to deschool themselves first. Courtney shares what she's seen from inside education and why forcing kids to meet grade-level standards can backfire — especially when kids develop at different rates.We also get into:What unschooling really means (and why it's not “kids watching TV all day”)Why school “socialization” can be toxic and what healthy socialization looks likeHow to handle screen time without power struggles (and why curiosity matters)The link between anxiety, nervous system regulation, and learningWhy many kids are labeled too early — and what parents can do insteadHow to spark learning naturally through real life, nature, conversation, and connectionA fascinating look at Human Design as a tool for understanding how your child learnsIf you're a parent who's trying to homeschool without recreating school at home — and you want your child to grow in confidence, curiosity, and love of learning — this episode will help you breathe again. 

Send us a textWhat if the most powerful thing we could give young children is time to play?Early childhood expert Rae Pica joins Dr. Diane for a candid conversation about why play, movement, and joy are essentials, not extras -- and how rushing children into academics is doing real harm.

Welcome to Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones unpacks a moment many parents recognize but often misunderstand—when a daughter goes quiet, holds back, or struggles to find her words. Melissa explains why this behavior is less about a lack of confidence and more about underlying insecurity, and how well-meaning encouragement can sometimes feel like pressure instead of support.Through a compassionate, practical lens, Melissa shares how parents can create space for their daughters to express themselves without rushing, rescuing, or filling the silence. She introduces the idea of mapping confidence rather than measuring it, and reminds parents that confidence grows when girls feel trusted, heard, and emotionally safe. Just as importantly, she invites parents to notice and manage their own discomfort during these pauses—because calm connection is more powerful than quick reassurance.In this episode, we discuss:Why holding back is often a sign of insecurity, not defiance or disinterestHow encouragement driven by parental anxiety can unintentionally feel like pressureWhat it means to map confidence instead of measuring or testing itWhy normalizing pauses helps girls build emotional safetyHow allowing girls to speak without interruption strengthens trustThe role of parental calm in supporting emotional growthJoin Melissa for this grounding and insightful conversation that will help you support your daughter's voice—by slowing down, listening deeply, and creating the kind of space where confidence can grow naturally.Download the Quick Tips PDF of today's episode for future reference.If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let's work together to raise the next generation of confident girls.Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Do you notice something different about our names in the title of this episode of the "How Preschool Teachers Do It" podcast? Join Cynthia and Alison as they discuss the importance of using other people's names correctly and what we should do in early childhood education settings.Check out our website:  https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cynthia's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities:  https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA

Benjamin Perks, UNICEF's Head of Advocacy for Child Development and Protection, joins Alberto Lidji on the Do One Better Podcast to make the case that the single most powerful investment a society can make is in the relationship between children and their caregivers. Drawing on more than three decades of neuroscience, public health, and social science, Perks explains why secure caregiver child attachment is not only the foundation of healthy childhoods but also one of the strongest predictors of lifelong wellbeing, economic productivity, and social stability. When those relationships break down, the costs ripple outward into education systems, health services, labor markets, and criminal justice systems. When they are strengthened, the benefits compound across generations. At the center of the conversation is the Global Caregiver Forum, an inaugural intergovernmental gathering convened by UNICEF and the World Health Organization with the Government of Spain. Ministers from roughly 25 countries, alongside leading scientists and practitioners, are coming together to accelerate the global scale up of evidence based parenting and caregiver support programs. Perks describes why these programs represent a breakthrough in public policy. A 2022 WHO led systematic review of more than 435 randomized controlled trials shows that evidence based parenting programs consistently increase nurturing care, reduce violence and maltreatment, improve children's developmental outcomes, and significantly improve parental mental health. In other words, they deliver on child protection, early learning, and adult wellbeing at the same time. The discussion moves from science to systems. Today, only about one quarter of countries report having widely available parenting programs, even though the interventions are relatively low cost and highly scalable. Perks explains how UNICEF and partners are working to build the global architecture needed to change that, including common frameworks, measurement tools, and coverage indicators similar to those used for vaccines and other public health interventions. A critical theme is the return on investment. While the largest gains of early childhood support appear over decades, Perks points to growing evidence that parenting programs also generate benefits within political and budget cycles. These include reductions in low birth weight, fewer child placements in institutional care, better parental mental health, and lower productivity losses, all of which translate into tangible fiscal savings for governments. Listeners also hear what modern caregiver support actually looks like. All families have access to support, with additional intensity for those facing higher risks due to poverty, trauma, or mental health challenges. Delivery channels range from home visiting and health systems to community hubs and digital tools, all adapted to local culture and context. Beyond the forum, Perks reflects on a broader shift underway in global child policy. Too often, governments are presented with long lists of disconnected reforms. He argues that real progress requires focusing on a small number of interventions that are scientifically proven, politically feasible, and capable of driving multiple outcomes at once. Parenting programs and universal access to quality early childhood education sit at the top of that list. The conversation also touches on the newly established International Day of Play, a United Nations observance led by UNICEF and UNESCO. Perks explains why play is not a luxury but a biological and social necessity that underpins learning, creativity, resilience, and human connection across the life course. The episode closes with a powerful reminder. In a world marked by polarization and instability, the science of child development offers something rare: a practical, evidence based pathway to improve human wellbeing at scale. By investing in caregiving, attachment, and play, societies have an unprecedented opportunity to prevent trauma, and give every child the chance to grow up safe, loved, and nurtured. Visit our Knowledge Hub at Lidji.org for information on 350+ case studies and interviews with remarkable leaders in philanthropy, sustainability and social entrepreneurship. 

In this episode of Reimagine Childhood, brought to you by the Early Childhood Christian Network, host Monica Healer engages in a heartfelt discussion with Kris Ramos, a former public school educator turned church-based preschool teacher, about the transformative power of play-based learning. Kris shares her journey from a structured educational setting to embracing a more flexible, child-centered approach focused on hands-on, joyful learning experiences. They delve into the foundational benefits of play for cognitive, emotional, and social development, the challenges teachers face in advocating for play-based education, and the role of educators in creating meaningful and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Tune in to discover practical strategies, inspiring stories, and the profound impact of nurturing curiosity and joy in early childhood education. 00:00 Introduction to Reimagine Childhood 00:49 Meet Kris Ramos: Journey to Play-Based Learning 04:25 The Importance and Impact of Play-Based Learning 14:44 Misconceptions and Defending Play-Based Learning 17:19 Regional Conference Promo 20:16 Understanding the Importance of Play in Child Development 21:29 Communicating the Value of Play to Parents 25:24 Practical Steps for Implementing Play-Based Learning 29:58 The Joy and Impact of Early Childhood Education ·       Find Kris on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_inspired_llama/ ·       We have a discounted link for Amanda Morgan's "Why We Play" letters to help you communicate the value of play-based learning to parents, teachers, and other community members. You must have an active ECCN membership to access the discount - https://earlychildhoodchristiannetwork.com/resources/#exclusive ·       You can find more of Amanda's resources at https://notjustcute.com/

In this powerful episode, Laura is joined by Dr. Keisha Bentley-Edwards, Associate Professor at Duke University's School of Medicine and Co-Director of Duke CTSI Center for Research, Community Engagement, Social Impact and Trust (CREST Center), for a timely conversation on rethinking resilience. Inspired by Dr. Bentley-Edwards' article "I Am Not (Your) Superwoman, Black Girl Magic, or Beautiful Struggle: Rethinking the Resilience of Black Women and Girls," this episode explores the cultural narratives that celebrate Black women's strength while often ignoring the profound physical, emotional, and psychological costs of relentless resilience. Together, Laura and Keisha unpack the tensions between pride in endurance, cultural expectations like the "Strong Black Woman," and the growing body of research showing how these narratives contribute to health inequities across the lifespan. Dr. Bentley-Edwards offers insight into how expectations of resilience often begin in childhood for Black girls, shaping adult experiences of stress, coping, and wellbeing. The conversation moves beyond critique toward possibility—imagining models of resilience that center sustainable wellness, community care, and structural accountability, rather than individual endurance alone. Dr. Bentley-Edwards also reflects on what Black women can do in service of themselves and Black girls, and what we must collectively demand from systems, institutions, and leaders. Anchored in Season 8's theme, "Leaning Into Joy," this episode invites listeners to consider how joy, rest, alignment, and community are not indulgences, but essential counterweights to harmful expectations of strength.   About Dr. Keisha Dr. Keisha Bentley-Edwards is an Associate Professor at Duke University's School of Medicine and Co-Director of Duke CTSI Center for Research, Community Engagement, Social Impact and Trust (CREST Center). She is also the Associate Director of Research for the Samuel DuBois Cook Center on Social Equity. Dr. Bentley-Edwards' research focuses on how racism, gender, and culture influence development throughout the lifespan, especially for African Americans. She is the Chair of the Society for Research in Child Development's Black Caucus. Her research emphasizes cultural strengths, including religiosity, and eliminating structural barriers to support healthy development in communities, families, and students, and in birth outcomes. Her research has been supported by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, IBM, and the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Bentley-Edwards shares her expertise on the causes and consequences of structural racism and bias on health, education and social outcomes with families, schools, policymakers, practitioners, and the media.   Connect with Dr. Keisha Website: https://www.drbentleyedwards.com/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kbentleyedwards    BWL Resources: Now enrolling for both the January  sessions of the Early Career and Mid-Career programs.  Learn more at https://blackwomanleading.com/programs-overview/ Full podcast episodes are now on Youtube.  Subscribe to the BWL channel today! Check out the BWL theme song here Check out the BWL line dance tutorial here Download the Black Woman Leading Career Journey Map - https://blackwomanleading.com/journey-map/   Credits: Learn about all Black Woman Leading® programs, resources, and events at www.blackwomanleading.com Learn more about our consulting work with organizations at https://knightsconsultinggroup.com/ Email Laura: info@knightsconsultinggroup.com Connect with Laura on LinkedIn Follow BWL on LinkedIn Instagram: @blackwomanleading Facebook: @blackwomanleading Youtube: @blackwomanleading  Podcast Music & Production: Marshall Knights  Graphics: Dara Adams Listen and follow the podcast on all major platforms: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher iHeartRadio Audible Podbay  

On this episode of "The Kylee Cast," tech expert and author Clare Morell joins Kylee Griswold to explain why a screen-free childhood is not only necessary but possible! Clare and Kylee dive into why interactive screens are particularly problematic, the dangers of screens and AI in classrooms, the myth of parental controls, and why screens are less like harmful digital sugar and more like deadly digital fentanyl.Buy Clare's book, "The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones," here: https://www.amazon.com/Tech-Exit-Practical-Freeing-Smartphones/dp/059373629XMore resources available here: https://sites.prh.com/thetechexitbookFollow Clare on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetechexit/The Federalist Foundation is a nonprofit, and we depend entirely on our listeners and readers — not corporations. If you value fearless, independent journalism, please consider a tax-deductible gift today at TheFederalist.com/donate. Your support keeps us going.