Mom Enough: A Parenting Podcast

When parents learn that their child has special needs, what are common feelings and questions they have? And, for friends and extended family, what are sensitive, respectful ways to help? In this powerful final episode of a 3-part series, staff of St. David's Center, one a mother who walks this journey herself, speak candidly of things that help children and families thrive in the face of great challenge.

When your child is struggling developmentally, how can your pediatric healthcare provider help identify the problem and determine next steps? How do you find the best provider to be your partner in getting the help and support your child needs? Dr. Rachel Bies brings helpful guidance in Part 2 of Parenting When Your Child Struggles, brought to you by St. David's Center for Child and Family Development.

Are you the parent of a child who has been diagnosed with a special need or is struggling with some aspect of development? Is this causing stress in your relationship with your spouse or co-parent? If so, you’re not alone. Vanessa Slivken, licensed marriage and family therapist and Executive Director at St. David’s Center Minnetonka Site, brings valuable information on how parents can become effective partners in parenting when their child is struggling.

Join us for an insightful episode featuring Lindsey Cormack, Associate Professor of Political Science and Director of the Diplomacy Lab at Stevens Institute of Technology. Lindsey, an expert in political engagement and author of How to Raise a Citizen (And Why it’s Up to You to Do It) and Congress and U.S. Veterans: From the GI Bill to the VA Crisis, joins us to discuss the pivotal role parents play in shaping the next generation of engaged citizens.

As children, many of us said to ourselves, “When I’m a parent, I’ll never do that to my kids!” And yet, here we are, doing exactly what we said we’d never do. So, how can we reflect on what we want to carry forward and what we ought to leave behind? And, what narratives underlie those automatic behaviors? Nathan Fink joins Marti & Erin to discuss parenting narratives and how reflection can be a path to build new and healthier ways of parenting.

Do you have a young adult child who is heading off to college? Or even a high-schooler who is planning for college? Are you wondering what to do about money management as they prepare to go off on their own? Founder & President of Share Save Spend®, Nathan Dungan discusses top priorities for helping college-bound young adults proactively and successfully management their finances. He also highlights important information about loans and credit cards, and has suggestion that parents can implement now to ensure their future (or current) college student has the knowledge they need to be smart with money.

Sara Reichstadt, Director of Education at Kinderberry Hill, shares her expertise on how to teach kids math by making math an enjoyable and integral part of your child's daily life. Discover fun and engaging ways to incorporate math into everyday activities, and learn how to foster a positive attitude towards learning math in children. Whether you're looking to strengthen your child's math skills or inspire a lifelong love for learning, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips you can use today.

Many dads struggle to find their role in caring for the baby and supporting mom through the early days & nights of a child’s life. And, sometimes we moms send messages, subtle and not-so-subtle, that dad can’t measure up to our standards of care. But, in the long run, everyone will win (mom, dad, child) if dad is fully engaged as a caregiver. Andre Dukes of the Northside Achievement zone joins us to discuss why dads matter in child development and what we all can do to help men be the dads their children need.

In this episode, Susan Beaulieu, an Anishinaabe woman and Healing Justice Director at NDN Collective, shares her personal journey of overcoming trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and highlights the power of traditional Indigenous practices. She discusses how her understanding of trauma and healing has evolved over time, deeply influencing her work and parenting. Tune in to gain wisdom on integrating mind-body medicine and to hear valuable insights for parents and caregivers.

When you prepared to become a parent, did you envision the fun of playing with them and the joy of watching them grow? Were you surprised by the reality (and exhaustion) of everyday life, with carpooling, events, homework, and technology? KJ Dell’Antonia wanted to find out what happened to the joy of parenting. Tune into this episode where she shares tips on how to be a happier parent.