Why behavior isn’t the whole story — and what’s really going on beneath the surface.
In this episode, Patrick talks with therapist Liora Schwartz about stress, meltdowns, the survival brain, and the deeper causes behind behavior that often gets misunderstood.

From Parenting Pivot — honest conversations, expert guidance, and real stories from parents who’ve been there.

Why do we lose it with our kids — even when we know better? In this episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Nanika Coor joins Patrick to unpack how our own childhood experiences, cultural expectations, and emotional triggers shape the way we parent.

They explore the concept of “good enough parenting,” how self-compassion can help us recover from mistakes, and why repair — not perfection — is the foundation of a strong parent-child relationship.

Whether you're raising a neurodivergent child or just trying to parent with more presence and intention, this conversation offers honest guidance and actionable tools to help you show up for your child — and for yourself.

Topics include:

• How trauma and intergenerational patterns affect parenting

• Identifying emotional triggers before they escalate

• Why self-compassion matters more than self-criticism

• What real repair looks like (and how to start)

• The myth of parenting “perfectly”

🧡 Learn more about Dr. Coor:
Brooklyn Parent Therapy → brooklynparenttherapy.com
Project Parenthood Podcast → Available on all major platforms

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Parenting a neurodivergent or special needs child can bring unexpected moments of grief, sadness, or overwhelm, even while you love your child deeply. In this episode of Parenting Pivot, Patrick explores why these feelings are so common, how to reframe them with compassion, and what it means to move forward with hope.

Featuring real parent stories and deep insights from Dr. Randi Hirschberg, this conversation offers clarity, relief, and encouragement for anyone who has ever wondered: “Why does this hurt so much?”

🎧 Episode 2 Description

Afraid of the Diagnosis? This Shift Changes Everything

Getting your child’s diagnosis can be one of the scariest moments in a parent’s journey. The fear, the questions, and the “what ifs” can feel overwhelming. But there’s one powerful shift that can change everything: moving from asking “What’s wrong with my child?” to seeing “Who is my child, really?”

In this episode of Parenting Pivot, Patrick talks with Dr. Liz Angoff, Licensed Educational Psychologist and author of Our Brains and the Brain Building Books. With years of experience helping families turn confusion into clarity, Dr. Angoff shares practical ways parents can move past fear, connect with their kids, and build hope for the future.

👉 You’ll learn:

• Why fear is a natural first response to a diagnosis — and how to work through it.

• The mindset shift that helps you see your child for who they are, not just their label.

• How to talk with kids about their diagnosis in empowering, age-appropriate ways.

Whether you’re at the beginning of this journey or looking for encouragement along the way, this conversation offers both reassurance and practical steps forward.

🌐 Learn more at: ParentingPivot.com

Is this just a phase, or should I be concerned?
If you’ve been quietly wondering whether your child’s development is on track or feeling unsure about what’s “normal” , you’re not alone.

In this gentle and supportive conversation, host Patrick Weir talks with clinical psychologist Dr. Mandi White-Ajmani about how to recognize early signs that something might be different, and how to know when it’s time to seek help.

Together, they explore what parents can look for, how to trust your instincts, and why early support can make all the difference.

This episode is here to offer clarity, not alarm, and to remind you that you're not the only one asking these questions.

Parenting isn’t a solo journey – especially when your child has unique needs. Parenting Pivot is a place for real stories, expert insights, and honest conversations about the challenges and triumphs of raising neurodivergent and special needs children.

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Welcome to Parenting Pivot, a show for parents of neurodivergent or special needs kids.

Hosted by Patrick Weir, this podcast features honest conversations, expert guidance, and stories from parents who’ve been there—and are still figuring it out, just like you. In this short teaser, you’ll hear what the show is all about and what you can expect in upcoming episodes.

Follow now so you don’t miss our first full episode, dropping June 2025

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