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Dr. Dan interviews author, parent, therapist, podcaster, and co-founder of Zen Parenting Radio, Cathy Adams on this new episode.  The current mental health crisis for teens (and parents, too) makes today’s episode timely, urgent, and necessary. 

Dr. Dan and Cathy discuss how parental self-awareness decreases stress and overwhelm for parents – and it leads to a more authentic and meaningful connection with their children. They also explore how to be present, the meaning and power of “Zen” and Cathy’s new book Zen Parenting: Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World.

Cathy Cassani Adams, LCSW, co-hosts the Zen Parenting Radio podcast with her husband Todd and they also host the annual Zen Parenting Conference.  Cathy is a clinical social worker, certified parent coach, former elementary school educator, and yoga teacher. She lives outside of Chicago with her husband and their three daughters.

For more information about Cathy’s podcast and books please visit www.zenparentingradio.com. 

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On this new bonus episode, Dr. Dan and podcast engineer Phil answer all new listener questions about important parenting topics including eating disorders, cursing, fear of dogs and how to help your kids make friends after moving.

All of our “Sitting Down with Dr. Dan” special episodes answer real life parenting questions every month from listeners at every stage of parenting.  Remember to submit your parenting questions by emailing [email protected] or sending them to us via a DM on social media.. 

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On this exciting episode, Dr. Dan interviews Glory Edim, the founder of Well-Read Black Girl, a book club, festival, and creative community dedicated to Black women.  Dr. Dan and Glory discuss many topics including: motherhood/parenting, podcasting, purpose, uplifting black voices, work/life balance, self-compassion, and so much more. 

Dr. Dan and Glory also talk about Glory’s new podcast from Pushkin Well-Read Black Girl with Glory Edim as well as how Glory’s book club led her to discover her life’s purpose of uplifting the narratives of Black women.

Glory Edim is a mom, author, and creative strategist.  She has worked for over ten years at startups and cultural institutions, including Kickstarter, The Webby Awards and the New York Foundation for the Arts. Glory received the 2017 Innovator’s Award from the Los Angeles Times Book Prizes for her work as a literary advocate. She serves on the board of New York City’s Housing Works Bookstore and lives in Washington, D.C.

For more information visit her website: www.wellreadblackgirl.com 

Listen to Glory’s podcast here.  Follow her on Instagram @wellreadblackgirl.

Explore her books here.

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Welcome to the Exactly Right and Parent Footprint one year anniversary episode!  

Today's guest is Kara Klenk, co-host of Exactly Right’s That’s Messed Up: An SVU Podcast.  

One year ago this June, Dr. Dan kicked off Parent Footprint’s network debut by interviewing Georgia Hardstark and soon after Karen Kilgariff.

In the spirit of podcast family fun, today’s guest is Kara Klenk and she talks to Dr. Dan about being a mom, a podcaster, a comic, a writer, and an actor – and much more!

On That’s Messed Up, comedians and amateur detectives Kara Klenk and Liza Treyger break down episodes of Law & Order: SVU, deep dive into the true crimes they're based on, and interview on-screen talent. Kara grew up in Connecticut and currently lives in Los Angeles with her family.

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Dr. Dan interviews author, editor, speaker, mom, podcaster, and disability/ability advocate Mindy Henderson about her new book THE TRUTH ABOUT THINGS THAT SUCK (and How To Make Them Suck Less) and much more.

 Mindy is the Editor-In-Chief of the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s family of Quest content including the magazine, newsletter, blog, and podcast, and a powerful leader in disability/ability rights. A popular motivational speaker (Mindy gave her first speech at the age of four as the MDA State Ambassador for Texas for the Muscular Dystrophy Association!) Mindy teaches us how to try harder, never give up, and inspire others. 

Today, Dr. Dan and Mindy talk about many things that suck (job loss, parenting challenges, grief) and explain to listeners that the wrong mindset can be far more disabling than what any wheelchair or other challenges might represent.  This episode will inspire listeners and give them a new perspective about the hard things in life. 

 Mindy Henderson hosts ``The Truth About Things That Suck” podcast, is a guest contributor of “Morning Motivations” on CBS Austin, is a “Austin Woman to Watch” by Austin Woman Magazine, and one of the 50 winners of the inaugural 2022 Women of Influence awards by Success Magazine. 

For more information about Mindy and her work, and to follow her for Disability Pride Month (July), please visit: www.mindyhendersonco.com and on Instagram.  Order Mindy’s book here or wherever you buy your books.  Listen to Mindy’s podcast on Apple podcasts or on your favorite podcast platform.

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Trigger warning: School shooting, violence, trauma

Welcome to a new “Sitting Down with Dr. Dan” episode exclusively for Wondery + subscribers. Dr. Dan and Parent Footprint podcast producer Laura Rossi discuss the recent school shooting in Uvalde, Texas and answer listener questions about other topics including the process of obtaining a diagnosis for your child, college kids and chores, and autism and fashion.

Every month, Dr. Dan answers questions about parenting (and sometimes adulting!) on our exclusive “Sitting Down With Dr. Dan” special bonus episodes. Remember to submit your parenting questions by emailing [email protected] or sending them to us via social media.. We want to hear from you – and we might feature your question on a future bonus episode. 

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Dr. Dan’s expertise and wisdom is not a diagnosis or treatment. The information provided on the Parent Footprint podcast should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease. Anyone seeking medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Please reach out to your doctor for advice or a qualified health provider regarding medical conditions, questions, or situations. The information provided on Parent Footprint and by Dr. Dan is for entertainment purposes only, and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Dr. Dan does not know your child, is not your child’s doctor, and has not treated your child.

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Dr. Dan welcomes inspiring author and mom Marie Myung-Ok Lee to the podcast today. This episode about parenting, autism, maternal instinct, and research/writing is powerful – it will resonate with listeners for a very long time.

Marie and her husband are devoted parents raising their young adult autistic son in New York City. Marie is a pioneer using cannabis to treat her son (she was featured on CNN with Dr. Gupta) and she’s now a powerful advocate. During their conversation Marie shares some great news about her son and also speaks about her new book The Evening Hero, a novel about the future of medicine, immigration, and North Korea.

Marie Myung-Ok Lee is an acclaimed Korean-American writer and author of the novel Somebody’s Daughter. She graduated from Brown University and was a Writer in Residence there before she began teaching at Columbia University’s Writing Division. Her stories and essays have been published widely and she was the first Fulbright Scholar to Korea in creative writing. Marie has received many honors for her work and is a founder of the Asian American Writers’ Workshop.

For more information about Marie, her writing, and more visit her website www.marielee.net and follow her on social media.

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month and today Dr. Dan speaks to Meghan Riordan Jarvis, a trauma-informed psychotherapist specializing in grief and loss, about her recent Chicago Tribune OpEd Why aren’t we talking about the role of grief and loss in the ‘Great Resignation’?. Meghan’s powerful piece about grief and trauma during the pandemic – and in her own life – shines a light on mental health, increasing emotional fluency, and navigating complex emotions.

As a trauma-informed psychotherapist, Meghan Riordan Jarvis MA, LCSW works to normalize grief and teaches us how to manage the neurobiological impacts of loss. A writer, podcast host, and sought-after consultant with over twenty years of clinical experience, Meghan also helps individuals and groups explore the impact of emotion on personal and professional relationships. Using a wide variety of trauma modalities, Meghan helps clients identify and integrate both unexpected loss and desired change.

Dr. Dan and Meghan close their impactful and important conversation with the reassurance that even though as humans we will all experience grief, we are all wired to heal and eventually we will.

Meghan’s essays have been widely published and her memoir will be released in 2024. For more information about Meghan’s work, podcast, and writing workshops please visit her website:  www.meghanriordanjarvis.com and follow her on Instagram.

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On this new episode Dr. Dan talks to podcasters and moms Ashley Hearon-Smith and Keri Setaro, hosts of the Momtourage podcast. The two are honest about parenting fails and the struggle to be selfless mothers plus they share some great parenting advice, too.

This is a fun, funny, and lively episode featuring two hilarious Moms who are keeping motherhood real - no matter what. Dr. Dan and Ashley and Keri discuss careers, pregnancy, parenting, and so much more.  

This episode proves to parents everywhere that they are not alone, and we are all in this together!

For more information visit the Momtourage website: www.momtouragepodcast.com and follow Ashley and Keri on Instagram @momtouragepodcast.

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Dr. Dan interviews Muretta Moss, actress, stepmom, and host of the Counter Parenting Podcast. Muretta’s Counter Parenting podcast is a weekly show that aims to empower and inform listeners about all the charming (and not-so-charming elements!) of co-parenting – from a step-parent’s perspective. 

After noticing the many resources available for co-parenting and divorce with little for step-parents, Muretta stepped up to fill the gap. Her podcast features interviews with people involved in all aspects of co-parenting and offers listeners tools to live authentically while co-parenting.

Muretta Moss is also an accomplished actress and writer.  Follow her on Instagram.

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