In this conversation, Dr. Cam and Heidi Schalk discuss the challenges faced by working moms in balancing their personal goals and raising teenagers. Heidi shares her personal journey of becoming an entrepreneur while navigating the demands of single motherhood. The conversation highlights the power of vulnerability, asking for help, and creating a team environment within the family.

Author Carrie Fund discusses the importance of breaking the cycle of toxic parenting and how to spot and address unhealthy patterns. She shares her personal journey of realizing the impact of her own toxic upbringing on her parenting style. In this conversation, Cari Fund and Dr. Cam discuss the importance of setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and cultivating self-awareness as parents.

Build Trust & Strong Connections with Your Teen

Struggling to connect with your teenager? Expert Kristen Duke reveals how to:

Become a trusted parent (ditch the unsolicited advice!)

Shift your perspective (be patient, understanding)

Build a safe, trusting relationship (even during challenges)

In this conversation, Dr. Cam and Julie Lythcott-Haims discuss the concept of overparenting and its impact on children's development. They explore the reasons behind overparenting, such as societal pressure and fear of failure, and the consequences it has on children's self-esteem and resilience. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of redefining success and creating the conditions for children to thrive.

In this episode, Dr. Jessica Rabon discusses how to spot the warning signs of teen suicide risk and how to have crucial conversations with teens. She emphasizes the importance of understanding normal teen behavior and distinguishing it from concerning behavior. Dr. Rabon also addresses how to respond when a teen has a plan and emphasizes the importance of crisis management and providing ongoing support for the child.

In this conversation, Natasha Daniels, an anxiety and OCD therapist, discusses the challenges of OCD in teenagers and provides insights on how parents can support their teens. Natasha highlights the need for early intervention and the role of exposure response prevention (ERP) therapy in treating OCD. She also emphasizes the importance of separating the child from OCD and normalizing the experience.