Originally recorded on January 22, 2026, with Ruth E. Freeman, LCSW, and Lisa J. Meltzer, Ph.D., CBSM


This Peace At Home Parenting Lunch & Learn conversation tackles one of the most common (and exhausting) parenting challenges: getting kids to sleep.

If bedtime in your home feels more like a showdown than a wind-down - stalling, tantrums, bedtime anxiety, nightmares, or late-night screens - you’re not alone. In this practical, research-informed session, Peace At Home Parenting founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW, sits down for a conversation with expert Lisa Maltzer, Ph.D., who shares tools to help you understand what healthy sleep looks like at different ages and how to build routines that work for your family.

You’ll learn:
- What to expect from sleep at different ages (including naps, night waking, and bedtime fears)
- How to create consistent routines that reduce stress and power struggles
- What to do when your child “can’t fall asleep without you”
- How screens and technology can impact bedtime and sleep quality
- Simple strategies that make mornings easier, too

This is one of many previously recorded expert-led conversations from our vault that we’re sharing to make practical parenting support more accessible to families.


👪 About Peace At Home Parenting 

We’re a team of 40+ parenting experts in child development, mental health, and education. Our mission is to help families strengthen connections and create more peace at home. 

Start here: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/getting-started/

🛠️ What we offer:

• Quick Video Solutions
• Live Classes with Experts
• 1:1 Parent Coaching
• Full Access Parenting Subscriptions

💼 Productivity at Work Begins with Peace at Home 

Support working parents and boost employee wellbeing. Our corporate programs reduce stress, improve work-life balance, and increase retention.

Learn more: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/corporate/

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Questions? Email us at [email protected]

Originally recorded on February 5, 2026
with Ruth Freeman, LCSW and Lucinda Gibbons, LMFT 

When household responsibilities feel unbalanced, it doesn’t just lead to clutter—it can lead to conflict, resentment, and disconnection. In this honest and empowering conversation, Peace At Home Parenting founder Ruth Freeman is joined by marriage and family therapist Lucinda Gibbons, clinical lead trainer for the Fair Play Method. Together, they explore how couples can create a more equitable division of labor at home—and why that matters for emotional intimacy, parenting, and overall wellbeing. If you're tired of keeping the checklist in your head, carrying the "mental load," or being the default manager of your home, you're not alone.

You’ll learn:

• Why mental load is real—and why it's usually invisible
• How to define and share ownership of tasks using the Fair Play Method
• How to hold calm, productive “family business meetings” that replace constant nagging with connection
• Strategies for letting go of perfection and embracing fairness that works for your unique family
• How equity in household labor strengthens not just your relationship—but your parenting too

This episode is part of our expert-led conversation series designed to bring evidence-based solutions to everyday family challenges. Whether you’re partnered, married, or co-parenting, this one’s for you.

👪 About Peace At Home Parenting 

We’re a team of 40+ parenting experts in child development, mental health, and education. Our mission is to help families strengthen connections and create more peace at home. 

Start here: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/getting-started/

🛠️ What we offer:

• Quick Video Solutions
• Live Classes with Experts
• 1:1 Parent Coaching
• Full Access Parenting Subscriptions

💼 Productivity at Work Begins with Peace at Home 

Support working parents and boost employee wellbeing. Our corporate programs reduce stress, improve work-life balance, and increase retention.

Learn more: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/corporate/

📲 Follow + Connect
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeaceAtHomeParenting
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peaceathomeparentingsolutions/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@peaceathomeparenting/videos
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peaceathomeparenting/

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

Originally recorded on December 9, 2025

As parents, we’re constantly surrounded by advice—whether from pediatricians, teachers, therapists, or social media “experts.” But what happens when all that input leaves you feeling confused or conflicted? In this insightful and empowering conversation, Peace At Home Parenting founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW, is joined by educator and curriculum advisor Aaron Weintraub, MS.
Together, they explore how to find the right balance between listening to your instincts and considering professional recommendations—especially when the stakes feel high. This episode offers support for parents navigating uncertainty in areas like mental health, neurodiversity, and school-related concerns. 

You’ll learn:

• How to recognize when your parenting instincts should take the lead
• When professional advice may not align with your child’s needs
• Real-life examples of navigating conflicting input with confidence
• Tools to ask better questions, advocate effectively, and trust your judgment

This is one of many expert-led conversations from our vault that we’re sharing to make vital parenting guidance more accessible—especially in the moments that leave you second-guessing.

👪 About Peace At Home Parenting 

We’re a team of 40+ parenting experts in child development, mental health, and education. Our mission is to help families strengthen connections and create more peace at home. 

Start here: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/getting-started/

🛠️ What we offer:

• Quick Video Solutions
• Live Classes with Experts
• 1:1 Parent Coaching
• Full Access Parenting Subscriptions

💼 Productivity at Work Begins with Peace at Home 

Support working parents and boost employee wellbeing. Our corporate programs reduce stress, improve work-life balance, and increase retention.

Learn more: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/corporate/

📲 Follow + Connect
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeaceAtHomeParenting
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peaceathomeparentingsolutions/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@peaceathomeparenting/videos
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peaceathomeparenting/

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

Originally recorded as part of Peace At Home’s Quick Video Library on Social Media and Screen Time: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/courses/social-media/ 

Screen time power struggles are one of the most common—and exhausting—challenges parents face today. Whether you're dealing with daily meltdowns, constant negotiations, or worries about your child’s emotional health, you’re not alone. In this short and practical episode, Peace At Home Parenting founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW, shares research-backed strategies to help you shift from conflict to connection when it comes to screens. After this episode, you’ll be able to:

• Recognize what’s driving your child’s screen-related behavior
• Use calming techniques to support regulation and reduce resistance
• Address the root causes of harmful behavior—not just the symptoms
• Plan for repairing social skills impacted by screen overuse
• Apply current research to build healthier, more connected relationships

This episode is part of our Quick Video Solution series—short, focused content designed to give busy parents tools that work.

This episode also supports our 2026 initiative: Break the Screen Cycle.
We’re working to raise awareness about the impact of screen overuse on child mental health—and helping families build healthier, more connected habits around technology.
Learn more and explore related resources: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/breaking-the-screen-cycle-parenting-support-mental-health/

👪 About Peace At Home Parenting 

We’re a team of 40+ parenting experts in child development, mental health, and education. Our mission is to help families strengthen connections and create more peace at home. 

Start here: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/getting-started/

🛠️ What we offer:

• Quick Video Solutions
• Live Classes with Experts
• 1:1 Parent Coaching
• Full Access Parenting Subscriptions

💼 Productivity at Work Begins with Peace at Home 

Support working parents and boost employee wellbeing. Our corporate programs reduce stress, improve work-life balance, and increase retention.

Learn more: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/corporate/

📲 Follow + Connect
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeaceAtHomeParenting
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peaceathomeparentingsolutions/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@peaceathomeparenting/videos
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peaceathomeparenting/

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

Originally recorded on January 29, 2025, as a live workshop for parents of college students.

As college students return to campus after winter break, many are carrying the emotional weight of first-semester struggles—while parents are left wondering how to help. This Peace At Home Parenting workshop was designed to equip you with practical, research-informed strategies to support your college student during this transitional period. Led by Marc Lehman, LMFT, this session offers tools to help you reconnect, reflect, and encourage your young adult to move forward with confidence.

After this episode, you’ll be able to:

• Begin open, nonjudgmental conversations about your student’s challenges
• Collaborate on healthy coping strategies and next steps
• Offer emotional support as your teen transitions back to college life

More resources for parents of college students: peaceathomeparenting.com/college-mental-health-resources/


👪 About Peace At Home Parenting 

We’re a team of 40+ parenting experts in child development, mental health, and education. Our mission is to help families strengthen connections and create more peace at home. 

Start here: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/getting-started/

🛠️ What we offer:

• Quick Video Solutions
• Live Classes with Experts
• 1:1 Parent Coaching
• Full Access Parenting Subscriptions

💼 Productivity at Work Begins with Peace at Home 

Support working parents and boost employee wellbeing. Our corporate programs reduce stress, improve work-life balance, and increase retention.

Learn more: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/corporate/

📲 Follow + Connect
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeaceAtHomeParenting
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peaceathomeparentingsolutions/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@peaceathomeparenting/videos
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peaceathomeparenting/

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

Originally recorded on November 19, 2025.

The holidays are meant to bring joy—but for many parents, they also come with stress, family pressure, and competing expectations. Between excited kids, long to-do lists, and well-meaning grandparents who may have very different ideas about what’s “best,” it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. In this honest and helpful conversation, Peace At Home Parenting founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW, and parenting educator Cora Megan, MA, offer realistic strategies to help you manage stress, maintain connection, and create meaningful celebrations that work for your whole family. Whether you're juggling differing traditions, trying to reduce gift overwhelm, or navigating sensitive conversations with extended family, this episode will give you tools to move through the holiday season with more clarity and calm. You’ll learn:

• How to balance kids’ excitement with structure and presence
• Ways to set kind, clear boundaries with grandparents and extended family
• How to center connection and meaning over perfection or pressure
• Tips for planning holiday moments that align with your family values

This is one of many expert-led conversations from our vault that we’re sharing to make compassionate, practical parenting guidance more accessible—especially during the times you need it most.

During this episode, our teachers mentioned this Holiday Santa Letter: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Holiday-Santa-letter.pdf

👪 About Peace At Home Parenting 

We’re a team of 40+ parenting experts in child development, mental health, and education. Our mission is to help families strengthen connections and create more peace at home. 

Start here: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/getting-started/

🛠️ What we offer:

• Quick Video Solutions
• Live Classes with Experts
• 1:1 Parent Coaching
• Full Access Parenting Subscriptions

💼 Productivity at Work Begins with Peace at Home 

Support working parents and boost employee wellbeing. Our corporate programs reduce stress, improve work-life balance, and increase retention.

Learn more: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/corporate/

📲 Follow + Connect
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeaceAtHomeParenting
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peaceathomeparentingsolutions/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@peaceathomeparenting/videos
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peaceathomeparenting/

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

Originally recorded on December 11, 2024.

Around the fall and winter holidays, many parents look for ways to help their children feel grounded, grateful, and connected. In this expert-led conversation, Peace At Home Parenting founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW, is joined by Aaron Weintraub, MS, to explore what it means to nurture gratitude and spirituality in kids of all ages—without pressure or perfection. Together, they offer a compassionate discussion filled with practical strategies to support emotional and spiritual growth at home, especially during busy or emotionally charged seasons. 

You’ll learn:

• How to model gratitude in everyday moments
• Simple rituals that support emotional connection and self-awareness
• How to talk about spirituality in a way that’s meaningful for your family
• Why gratitude builds resilience—for both parents and kids

This is one of many expert-led conversations from our vault that we’re sharing to make vital parenting guidance more accessible to families.

👪 About Peace At Home Parenting 

We’re a team of 40+ parenting experts in child development, mental health, and education. Our mission is to help families strengthen connections and create more peace at home. 

Start here: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/getting-started/

🛠️ What we offer:

• Quick Video Solutions
• Live Classes with Experts
• 1:1 Parent Coaching
• Full Access Parenting Subscriptions

💼 Productivity at Work Begins with Peace at Home 

Support working parents and boost employee wellbeing. Our corporate programs reduce stress, improve work-life balance, and increase retention.

Learn more: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/corporate/

📲 Follow + Connect
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeaceAtHomeParenting
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peaceathomeparentingsolutions/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@peaceathomeparenting/videos
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peaceathomeparenting/

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

Originally recorded for World Mental Health Day 2025, we’re sharing this important conversation focused on mindful parenting and emotional wellbeing. Peace At Home Parenting founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW, is joined by psychologist Na Zhang, PhD, to explore how mindfulness can shift the way we show up as parents—helping us respond to challenges with calm, compassion, and confidence. Whether you're new to mindfulness or simply seeking more peace at home, this conversation will help you find clarity in the chaos.

After this episode, you’ll be able to:

• Respond rather than react to your child’s stress or misbehavior
• Recognize your own emotional patterns and triggers
• Model calm and strengthen co-regulation
• Use small, daily practices to support your mental health
• Deepen your connection with your child through mindful presence

👪 About Peace At Home Parenting 

We’re a team of 40+ parenting experts in child development, mental health, and education. Our mission is to help families strengthen connections and create more peace at home. 

Start here: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/getting-started/

🛠️ What we offer:

• Quick Video Solutions
• Live Classes with Experts
• 1:1 Parent Coaching
• Full Access Parenting Subscriptions

💼 Productivity at Work Begins with Peace at Home 

Support working parents and boost employee wellbeing. Our corporate programs reduce stress, improve work-life balance, and increase retention.

Learn more: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/corporate/

📲 Follow + Connect
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeaceAtHomeParenting
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peaceathomeparentingsolutions/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@peaceathomeparenting/videos
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peaceathomeparenting/

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

As Mental Health Month comes to a close, we wanted to share this conversation (originally recorded on September 18, 2025), featuring founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW, and child clinical psychologist Marianne Barton, PhD. Parents and caregivers often feel stuck between two overwhelming roles—caring for their child’s mental health and managing their own. In this candid conversation, Ruth and Marianne offer practical strategies and powerful reminders to help you show up for your child without losing yourself in the process. This episode is part of our ongoing podcast series featuring expert-led conversations pulled from our archives. These discussions are real, research-informed, and designed to meet you where you are—because parenting is hard, and you're not alone.

After this episode, you’ll be able to:

• Support your child’s emotional and mental wellbeing without constant worry
• Recognize signs of burnout and take steps to care for yourself
• Talk openly with your child about tough feelings
• Set healthy emotional boundaries that strengthen connection
• Know when and how to seek outside help

👪 About Peace At Home Parenting 

We’re a team of 40+ parenting experts in child development, mental health, and education. Our mission is to help families strengthen connections and create more peace at home. 

Start here: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/getting-started/

🛠️ What we offer:

• Quick Video Solutions
• Live Classes with Experts
• 1:1 Parent Coaching
• Full Access Parenting Subscriptions

💼 Productivity at Work Begins with Peace at Home 

Support working parents and boost employee wellbeing. Our corporate programs reduce stress, improve work-life balance, and increase retention.

Learn more: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/corporate/

📲 Follow + Connect
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeaceAtHomeParenting
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peaceathomeparentingsolutions/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@peaceathomeparenting/videos
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peaceathomeparenting/

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

In honor of First Responders Day, we’re sharing this special episode today (originally recorded on October 23, 2025). This conversation features Peace At Home Parenting founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW, and Viana Turcios-Cotto, LCSW—licensed clinical social worker, parent, and proud first responder spouse.

Parenting while serving as a first responder comes with intense pressure, unpredictable schedules, and emotional weight. In this honest and compassionate discussion, Ruth and Viana offer tools to help you parent with connection, confidence, and calm—even when life is anything but calm. 

After this episode, you’ll be able to:

• Handle parenting stress with simple, effective tools
• Connect with your children—even on tough days
• Set healthy expectations at home
• Regulate your own stress to model calm for your kids
• Build a resilient, connected family—one small moment at a time

Thank you for listening!

Resources from This Episode:

• Quick Video: Be Your Child’s Calm Center
  https://peaceathomeparenting.com/courses/peace-at-homes-parenting-principles/lessons/be-your-childs-calm-center-techniques-to-calm-the-brain/
  
  
• Quick Video Library: Peace At Home Starts Here
  https://peaceathomeparenting.com/courses/peace-at-homes-parenting-principles/
  
  
• Getting Started: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/getting-started/

👪 About Peace At Home Parenting 

We’re a team of 40+ parenting experts in child development, mental health, and education. Our mission is to help families strengthen connections and create more peace at home. 

Start here: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/getting-started/

🛠️ What we offer:

• Quick Video Solutions
• Live Classes with Experts
• 1:1 Parent Coaching
• Full Access Parenting Subscriptions

💼 Productivity at Work Begins with Peace at Home 

Support working parents and boost employee wellbeing. Our corporate programs reduce stress, improve work-life balance, and increase retention.

Learn more: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/corporate/

📲 Follow + Connect
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeaceAtHomeParenting
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peaceathomeparentingsolutions/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@peaceathomeparenting/videos
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peaceathomeparenting/

Questions? Email us at [email protected]