Understanding child development at each stage is crucial in having appropriate expectations of our children. It also helps us to help them more effectively. In this episode Dr. Barbara Sorrels and her daughter Krista Macias discuss the milest

Ages and Stages: Toddlers

Jul 14th, 2021 34m 37s

Discussing development of children ages 18 months through two years old. We talk about everything from tantrums, potty training, and autonomy in toddlers. This age is so fun and can also be challenging! Learn what to expect and how to come a

Ages and Stages: Infants

May 21st, 2021 31m 7s

Having an understanding of child development is crucial in developing appropriate expectations of our children in each stage. In this first episode of our Ages and Stages series we will be discussing the ins and outs of the first 18 months of a

Parenting in Difficult Times

Apr 25th, 2020 30m 2s

This is a challenging season for most of us, but difficult family times are not unique to Covid-19. Hopefully this episode will offer some encouragement to any season of life that is hard with children in tow.

Raising Daughters

Mar 24th, 2020 49m 36s

In Raising Daughters, we explore the minds and emotional lives of girls. From little girls to teenagers, this episode will offer insight into how to raise healthy, resilient girls!

Raising Sons

Jan 25th, 2020 41m 10s

Understanding paternal nurturance and male emotional intelligence can help us tremendously in raising healthy, thriving, boys. Boys and girls are innately very different and in this episode we explore some of those differences in order to rais

Holding Children Accountable: Shame vs. Guilt

Dec 15th, 2019 29m 19s

Shame is feeling remorse for who I am while guilt is a feeling of remorse for what I have done. In this episode we look at how to hold children accountable in a way that is not shaming but creates a healthy sense of remorse and guilt. Underst

Healthy Gender Identity Development in Children: An Interview with Living Hope Ministries

Nov 19th, 2019 28m 52s

In this episode we got to interview Ricky Chelette from Living Hope Ministries in Arlington, Texas about how healthy gender identity develops in children and what parents need to do to support that. We also discuss when and how to talk to your

Sibling Rivalry

Oct 5th, 2019 28m 41s

Sibling rivalry and conflict is inevitable, but there are things that we as parents can do to set our kids up for a lifetime of friendship. In this episode Dr. Barbara Sorrels and her daughter, Krista Macias share strategies to help siblings w

Connecting with Your School Age Child

Sep 16th, 2019 31m 32s

When kids go back to school it becomes so important that parents are intentional with the time they have after school and on weekends with their kids. In this episode we hear from a talented therapist- Kara Burr who offers some insight along w

Helping Kids with Homework!

Aug 31st, 2019 27m 30s

Homework can be challenging for families to learn to handle well! How much is too much? How can we motivate children? How do teachers, parents, and children view homework and is it truly valuable? In this episode we want to challenge typical

Helping Children of Trauma

May 22nd, 2019 30m 55s

In this episode we wrap up our first series on helping children of trauma. We discuss the four core fears that lie within children and how trauma plays into those core fears. Children's difficult behavior is usually their way of trying to tel

Children and Trauma 101

Apr 24th, 2019 25m 7s

Learn more about what trauma is, why it is such a hot topic today, and resources for helping children who have experienced trauma. Dr. Barbara Sorrels shares her expertise on the effects of trauma on children and the hope that lies within them

Helping Children Through Medical Trauma

Mar 27th, 2019 38m 45s

Many children have had to or will have to experience medical procedures whether unforeseen or routine that can leave children feeling scared and helpless. Depending on how the child perceived the event, it could have been processed as trauma.

Teaching our Kids (And Ourselves) to Handle Social Conflict

Mar 13th, 2019 28m 43s

Our kids are a blessing to us and we can expect that they will be a blessing to other people! In this episode Dr. Barbara Sorrels and her daughter Krista Macias share how children develop socially and give practical tips on how parents can tea

Kids with Sensory Processing Issues

Jan 29th, 2019 39m 43s

What is sensory processing and how does it relate to self regulation? How do I know if my kid has sensory processing issues and what can I do about it? Dr. Barbara Sorrels answers these questions through her own personal experiences and study

Those Times When You Have to Say No

Jan 17th, 2019 29m 33s

One of the times in which children are most prone to becoming dis-regulated is when we have to say "no." In this episode we explore strategies to help ourselves and our children prior to a no, in the middle of a no and after a no.

Developing Self Regulation in Children

Jan 3rd, 2019 30m 12s

Self regulation is the capacity to control your emotions, behavior, and thinking. It is a crucial skill for children to function in a classroom, get along with others, and thrive in life. But how is it developed and what can impede it's devel

Why Traditions and Rituals are Important for Children

Nov 29th, 2018 24m 44s

Traditions and rituals are an important part of communicating to our children that they have a place and a people to belong to. It takes initiative and planning but is so worth it for our kids. In this episode we share ideas and encourage lis

The Prenatal Period: What Parents Should Know

Nov 5th, 2018 30m 15s

Attachment begins while a mother is still pregnant. The feelings that she develops toward her baby and has about the pregnancy predict the quality of the parent/infant interaction and therefore the attachment. The quality of the prenatal peri

To Preschool or Not and What to Look for in a Quality Program

Oct 23rd, 2018 26m 29s

In this episode we delve into the topic of preschool. What is the purpose of preschool and does every child need to attend to be successful in school? Society has warped the purpose of preschool and many parents have been wrongly pressured to

Counterwill: Focusing on Connection Rather than Obedience

Sep 26th, 2018 23m 38s

All parents have experienced the frustration of trying to get a kid to comply with what we need or want them to do when they don't want to do that. "Counterwill" is an instinctive, automatic resistance to any sense of being forced to do someth

Why Play is so Important for Children

Sep 14th, 2018 40m 53s

Play is the primary architect of the brain. It is crucial to a child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Despite the vast amounts of research that have shown how crucial play is for children, the focus has been set on mor

How Technology Effects Children Socially: Texting and Social Media

Sep 1st, 2018 25m 58s

Texting and social media can be amazing tools, but with them comes amazing responsibility for parents. We live in the most "connected" society that has every been. And yet, rates of depression and suicide have risen greatly. Communication and

How Technology Effects Children Emotionally and Psychologically: The Addiction Process and Video Gaming

Aug 15th, 2018 23m 7s

In this episode, we continue our study on how technology effects children by looking at how it impacts them emotionally and psychologically. We will explore the addiction process and look specifically at the detrimental effects of video games.