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• What is more effective: child-led or parent-led potty training?
• Is there a difference between potty training during the day and at night?
• What occurs in a child's brain during the potty training process? 
• What causes bed night wetting? 

Join us as we discuss bedwetting issues with Dr. Steve Hodges, a leading authority on childhood toileting issues. 

Dr. Steve Hodges, a Professor of Pediatric Urology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, has authored eight books for parents and children. This episode focused on his book, "The M.O.P. Anthology." 

You will learn about the differences between urinating and bowel movements during potty training and how to identify and address bedwetting accidents.

 Visit Dr. Steve Hodges' website for more information and download his free guide, 12 Signs Your Child is Constipated.

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• Why is it important to set boundaries for your child's perspective?
• What happens to you, the parent, when you do not set boundaries?
• How do consistent boundaries foster respect and empathy within the family dynamic?

This episode delves into why boundaries matter from the perspectives of children, parents, and families. 

It emphasizes the benefits of expressing clear expectations of needs and wants and respectful communication. 

Join me in this short and sweet episode and learn how compassionate parenting can improve relationships and model valuable negotiation skills for your kids. 

Additional resource:

• FREE Parenting Guides provide you with the language to express love, logic, and limits
• #26 What is a personal boundary? What Do Time Boundaries Look Like for Parents and kids?

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Many parents look forward to spending quality time with their families as the holiday season approaches. 

However, routine disruptions, pressure to meet extended family members, and the challenges of traveling with kids can also cause frustration and stress.

This episode explores four crucial questions to consider before the holidays to ensure a mentally and technically prepared mindset and expectations.

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• Stress - Free Holidays Tips on Instagram, FaceBook, YouTube 

Have a great holiday with your loved ones!

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How early can you start preparing your kid to learn?
How can you foster an internal motivation for studying?
What are the 4 signs that a child may be struggling academically?
What does print awareness mean?

Tune in to  Dr. Marisel Schweitzer and me, as we delve into how to foster learning skills and curiosoty from an early age.

Dr. Marisel Schweitzer is a parenting educator with 22 years of experience. She began her career as a teacher of bilingual and special education students. Later she earned her doctor of education degree from Northern Arizona University.

In addition, Dr. Schweitzer is the author of the book called "The Bravest Kid" (available on Amazon in English and Spanish), an empowering book for both parents and kiddos.

For more educational tips, follow  Dr. Schweitzer on Instagram.

Resources mentioned in the episode: CDC’s Developmental Milestones

Related episodes:
#37 How to Ignite Your Child's Inner Fire: Internal Motivation for Parents and Kids
#33 How To Parent Without Power Struggles?

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As the Hostages Crisis is happening in Israel, Psychologist Dr.Emily Bashah and I had this important conversation where we discussed :

• How can a parent implement the idea of restorative justice versus retributive justice as they handle sibling fights? 
• Is the American citizens (children) immune to extremism? 
• How to speak with your kids about tragedies happening in the world? 

Dr.Bashah is the author of the book "Additive Ideologies" and a licensed psychologist with a private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona. She is an expert witness in criminal, immigration, and civil courts, she has worked on high-profile cases covering issues of domestic terrorism capital offenses, and first-degree murder.

Dr. Bashah was awarded the Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues Policy Fellowship and served within the American Psychological Association’s Public Interest Government Relations Office in Washington, D.C. A frequent expert guest in media, Dr. Bashah clinically specializes in mental illness, personal and collective trauma, addiction and grief and loss, as well as family and relationship dynamics. 

Relevant links:
The Optimistic American Podcast
#38 How to prevent extremism from childhood? with Dr.Emily Bashah PART A
#35 Consequences: The Magic of Natural and Logical Consequences In Parenting

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As the hostage crisis is happening in Israel, we had this important conversation with Dr.Emily Bashah, where we discussed:

• What is extremism? 
• How does extremism relate to one’s sense of agency?
• How can you foster your children’s sense of agency?
• 5 ways to Prevent Extremism from Childhood

Dr.Bashah is the author of the book "Additive Ideologies" and a licensed psychologist with a private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona. She is an expert witness in criminal, immigration, and civil courts, she has worked on high-profile cases covering issues of domestic terrorism capital offenses, and first-degree murder.

Dr. Bashah was awarded the Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues Policy Fellowship and served within the American Psychological Association’s Public Interest Government Relations Office in Washington, D.C. A frequent expert guest in media, Dr. Bashah clinically specializes in mental illness, personal and collective trauma, addiction and grief and loss, as well as family and relationship dynamics. 

Relevant links:
The Optimistic American Podcast
#39 Are American citizens and children immune to extremism? with Dr. Emily Bashah PART B

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Many times I hear parents wanting to spark that internal motivation in their children to learn, acquire new skills, and be kind. But how do you do this?

In this episode, you will learn what is intrinsic motivation, is external motivation bad? and how to support your children's internal motivation and how early you can do this.

Additional relevant episodes :

• #36 Beyond Sticker Charts; How to Wisely Use External Motivators and Rewards?
• #32 "Roaring with Compassion: discovering parenting styles"
• #17 How To Form Healthy Habits And Raise Calmer Kids? With Michelle Cole

This episode is based on the following resources:

1. The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Raising Kids Who Love to Learn by William Stixrud and Ned Johnson
2. How to Raise Internally Motivated Children by Amy Wrzesniewski
3. Lee W, Reeve J, Xue Y, Xiong J. " Neural differences between intrinsic reasons for doing versus extrinsic reasons for doing: an fMRI study." Neurosci Res. 2012;73(1):68-72. doi:10.1016/j.neures.2012.02.010

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Why using external motivators are necessary for a child's development?
How to create a reward system that is effective and fair?
7  non-materialistic reward ideas

Today we discuss how to use external rewards to motivate your child to follow your directions, comply with certain routines, and develop good behaviors. We will cover the different types of external reward systems and address the concerns that some parents have about using external rewards, such as the fear that their children will become too dependent on them.

So tune in to this episode and the following episode (published in 2 weeks) when we talk about the transition from external to internal motivation.

Leverage the momentum, print, and USE those reward chart templates.

Featured episodes:

• #35 Consequences: The Magic of Natural and Logical Consequences In Parenting
•  #31 The Art of Effective Parenting Communication! 
• #26 What is a personal boundary? What Time Boundaries Look Like for Parents and Kids?

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At what age should the concept of consequences be introduced?
How to use the "Budget Principle" as a consequence?
What are logical vs natural consequences?
What are the 5 key elements for effective consequences?

This episode covers one of the most important tools you can have as a parent, and I know you might confuse punishment with consequences, so, tune in and understand the difference otherwise, you won't know it (that's the consequence :-)).

Featured episodes:
#34 How to set boundaries for your child?
#30 "Your idea Is Stupid!" / How to set intellectual boundaries?

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Empowering Your Child with Limits and Love is easier said than done.
So where to start? How to do it?

Today, we're diving into the important topic of setting boundaries for kids. Boundaries are crucial for your kid's development, teaching them appropriate behavior, respect, and healthy routines.

So Let's explore some key elements for effective boundary-setting and examples that will help you to come up with the "Boundaries action plan" for your family.

Featured episode:

• #32 "Roaring with Compassion: discovering parenting styles"
• #29 What is a physical boundary?

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