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Why Emotional Eating is a Form of Regulation

EP:100 You might have heard this one before but it was such an important topic I wanted to touch base on again… What most don’t quite understand is that emotional eating is not psychological. It’s neurological.And on this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent Podcast, I am going to give you the tools you need to break that cycle through regulation!You absolutely can have an intuitive and healthy relationship with food. Without any shame.RecognitionAwarenessTrustCreate awareness behind how you’re feeling and why you might feel dysregulated or heightened or overstimulated. Why is your brain seeking regulation?I urge you to BE CURIOUS, listen to your body and what it wants.. Go slow. Tune in with your body and your brain. Building new patterns takes time. Be kind and loving to yourself through the process.Join me to dive deep into the steps to break the cycle of emotional eating, trust yourself and create a healthy and intuitive relationship with food on this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast.XOXO,Dr. B#parenting #podcast #parentingpodcast #podcastforwomen #podcastformoms #podcastforkids #newepisode #thrive #thrivelikeaparent #thrivelikeaparentpodcast #emotionaleating #emotionalregulation #nervoussystem #nervoussystemregulation #nervoussystemhealth #awareness #understandyourbody #interoception #parents

How to Support Your Child and Yourself Through Public Meltdowns

EP:99 On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast.. The dreaded public meltdowns and how to support yourself and your child through them by understanding what’s happening within the nervous system.
Every child has a tantrum. That does not mean you're a terrible parent. That does not mean that you suck. It means that your child chose the wrong time to do it and the absolute worst thing we can do during a public meltdown is give in.
We live in a world where we think our children will just get it, and unfortunately, we have to teach it. Unfortunately, it is effort. It requires work on our end.
Curious to know the details? Tune in on this week;s episode!
XOXO,
Dr. B
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The Emotional Struggles of Men

EP:98 If you have never chosen to tap your toe into the world of vulnerability, sharing, being open, and being interested in your feelings, it's going to be very uncomfortable and scary. That's because your brain is saying, 'Hold on, I'm not used to doing this. This is uncharted territory, and this doesn't feel safe.
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Boundaries With Your Kids

Setting boundaries and why it’s so crucial for your children’s and your mental health and development.👉 new episode on the thrive like a parent podcast!XOXO,Dr.B#thrivelikeaparent #podcast #newepisode #parenting #boundaries #healthyboundaries #mentalhealth #childdevelopment #creatinghabits #parents #parenthood #motherhood #joyinthejourney #happyparents #firmandlovingparenting

Are You A Sensory Avoider?

EP:96 I am so excited to dive deep into what it means to be a sensory avoider on this week's episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast.
A true sensory avoider means that you experience sensory stimuli or input into your brain more intensely than the average human, which means you then avoid it because it’s so overwhelming.Here are some signs that you may be a sensory avoider:
☑️ You startle easily with sounds☑️ You avoid bright lights☑️ You zone out on your phone to escape the chaos☑️ You prefer more bland food☑️ You need the house to be clean and in order☑️ You crave calm, quiet, peaceful environments☑️ You are upset by unexpected touch
Often times I find that you humans with sensory avoiding tendencies place sooo much guilt and shame on themselves. Guilt to the point of anxiety and depression. Everyone else is going after it.. Why can’t I?? So they push and push and push. Doing the complete opposite from what their body and their brain actually wants and needs.
Therefore awareness is KEY. You must understand how your brain functions, how your children’s brain functions and how to support that brain, that will lead to the most beneficial, healthy, joyful life you could ever imagine. Because you’re supporting the brain in a way that suits your own individual brain.
Tune in with me on this weeks episode of THRIVE Like a Parent podcast and let’s discuss what it means to be a sensory avoider and how to increase your capacity for the stimuli around you.
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XOXO,Dr. B
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The Key to Creating a Thriving Family Dynamic

EP:95 All families look different.
Before I dive deep into the topic I want to preference that:
● whether you are a female And the working parent or a female and the stay at home parent
● whether you are the male and a working parent, or whether you are the male and a stay at home parent
ALL of your roles matter!
I think that partnerships are crumbling, and there's so much resentment and anger towards each other within partnerships. And on todays episode of Thrive Like a Parent Podcast I want to talk about one of the missing pieces that most partnerships do not understand….
No matter which job you're doing, it's not as easy or simple as the other pictures.
Being a default parent and a stay at home parent, being the parent who does the majority of the mental load for the kids is not a life of autonomy unless you work really hard to give yourself that autonomy within that life. You must learn how to regulate within the chaos of parenthood in life.
If you are the working parent, the pressure never turns off, if I don't show up, if I don't keep pushing, if I don't make it to the next level… What will happen if I lose my job? What will happen if I don't get the bonus? What will happen if I don't hit the next financial goal? Then we won't be able to go on the vacation, or I won't be able to. fix the car. There's just so much and the pressure continues. That emotional state never goes away.
I truly hope this episode helps to give you a little insight and understanding into the other side of the equation, more awareness, more tolerance, and maybe even a curiosity to dive deeper into getting to know each other's nervous system and how to support each other.
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How We Get Into The Cycle of Resentment and Anger With Our Partners

EP:94 On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast we are going to explore strategies for breaking cycles of resentment and rebuilding intimacy in relationships.Some key points I will discuss are:✅ Working with couples individually on emotional/sensory regulation can be more effective than traditional couples counseling✅ Accepting your partner as an individual, rather than trying to control them, is important✅ Focus on your own self-care and regulation to rebuild trust and deeper connection✅ Understand your own nervous system and learn to self-regulate emotions/behaviors✅ Avoid over-caring for partner/child, allow them to develop independence✅ Have open, compassionate conversations about emotional states, not judgment✅ Teach self-regulation skills to children/partner rather than being the sole regulator✅ Address underlying issues like dysregulation or disconnection impacting intimacy✅ Intimacy requires consent, communication, and addressing resentment/angerFocus on yourself, communicate openly with empathy, and support your partner’s self-regulation for a healthier, more intimate relationship. Trust me you don’t want to miss this one.XOXO,Dr. B#thrivelikeaparentpodcast #thrive #parentingpodcast #podcastforwomen #podcastformen #intimacy #connection #intimacyissues #intimacyandconnection #resentment #joyinthejourney #emotionalregulation #sensoryregulation

Embracing Magic of the Unknown

EP:93 As we head into this summer season, I want you to take a breath and remind yourself, what is the rush. And the more you do that, you're more the more you're slowing your brain down and reminding your brain there is no threat here, I am safe, and it's really hard sometimes to not just allow yourself to feel safe in threatening moments.
That's effort, but it's also effort to allow your brain to feel safe in happy moments and good moments, because we harp so much on the hard, we harp so much on the bad that we forget to acknowledge, or even be present to the good.
So I encourage you to start acknowledging that there's good.
As you ease into the summer, I want you to keep breathing. I want you to relax your shoulders. Take really big inhales and exhales. Do the thing. Say yes to this the thing, go get the ice cream late at night, let your kids stay up, watch the movie, snuggle with them, have fun, because summer can be magical if you allow it.
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What It Looks Like to Have an Authentic and Honest Relationship

EP:92 On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast, Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, a clinical psychologist and couples therapist, shares her journey of becoming a parent and how it inspired her to expand her work to reach more people with resources for healthy relationships. In this episode we talk about...
✔️ How insecurities and self-doubt from the past can shape our present relationships and careers, emphasizing the importance of understanding these inner narratives.
✔️ The value of vulnerability, empathy, and partnership in navigating challenging situations together as a couple.
✔️ The challenges women and men face in expressing needs and emotions within relationships, and the importance of providing constructive feedback and having tough conversations.
✔️ Approaching difficult conversations with an open mindset, focusing on positive change rather than immediate resolution.
✔️ The importance of self-validation and differentiation within relationships, allowing for a healthier interdependent dynamic.
✔️ Maintaining a balanced support system beyond just a romantic partner.
✔️ The intentionality required to maintain connection and intimacy in long-term relationships, especially after having children.
Trust me you don't want to miss this one!

Is Screen Time the Real Culprit Behind Anxiety in Your Home?

EP:91 Today on the Thrive Like a Parent Podcast I’d like to discuss something that has really been on the forefront of my mind lately…
We MUST set boundaries and provide a balance between screen time and outdoor activities, while also modeling healthy emotional expression and prioritizing our own mental well-being to our children. Excessive screen time can lead to increased anxiety and decreased ability to explore and learn from mistakes.
Social media has been a major contributing factor to cyberbullying, negative self-comparison, anxiety and overall mental health in the next generation.
By prioritizing mental health in the digital age, I believe children will be better equipped to handle the challenges of growing up in a world filled with technology.
So this weekend.. My challenge to you… GO EXPLORE.. Take in nature in whatever way feels best and right for you!