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• How to Help Your Child Get Their Homework Done with Evan Weinberger: Including Homework Planner and Checklists for Kids

  Do you ever wonder how to improve executive function in your child so they can stay organized and actually turn in their work? You are not alone. In this episode, I talk with Evan Weinberger, founder of Staying Ahead of the Game, about how to improve executive function at home using simple, practical strategies that really work. Together, we explore how the right homework planner, daily checklists for kids, and consistent time management for teens can reduce frustration and help children feel capable and confident.As a psychologist and parent, I know how exhausting it can be to remind, repeat, and rescue your child from the same executive functioning challenges every week. Evan and I share real solutions that make it easier to improve executive function through structure, support, and the right tools that fit your family’s routine.In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why teaching your child to improve executive function early builds lifelong skills for independence and success • How to set up a homework planner that actually gets used and helps your child manage big projects with ease • The science behind checklists for kids and how they make daily transitions smoother and calmer • The secret to using a homework planner and checklists for kids together to build strong time management for teens • How to spot the signs that your child might benefit from extra support to improve executive function at home or schoolIf you are ready to help your child feel more capable and calm, this episode gives you the tools to improve executive function, create a reliable homework planner, build lasting time management for teens, and use checklists for kids to bring more peace and confidence into your home.Listen now to learn how to improve executive function, design a homework planner that works, strengthen time management for teens, and make checklists for kids a natural part of your family’s daily rhythm.RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Episode 29: Why Praising Your Child Matters More Than You Think: How to Praise Your Child with Julia LairLET'S CONNECT:Thriving Child CenterPCIT ExpertsCalm and Connected ProgramInstagramLove having expert tips you can actually use? Join our newsletter and get a beautifully designed PDF of each episode’s top 3 takeaways—delivered straight to your inbox every week.Are you a provider? Subscribe here for professional insights and parenting resources!CONNECT WITH EVAN WEINBERGER:SAOTG Client ChallengeFacebookInstagram

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• When Halloween Pressure Hits: What to Do If Your Child Feels Pushed Into Scary Situations

  Feeling torn about letting your child join in on spooky events this October? You are not alone. In this episode, I unpack how Halloween pressure affects kids and teens, and how you can support confident, age-appropriate decision-making examples that build resilience instead of anxiety.We talk about what really happens when Halloween pressure meets social expectations and how to spot early symptoms of teenage stress before they become overwhelming. You will leave this episode with clear strategies for how to deal with peer pressure and guide your child through scary situations without conflict or guilt.In this episode, we cover: • How to recognize when Halloween pressure is crossing the line into genuine anxiety and what to do about scary situations your child might face • Practical age-appropriate decision-making examples that help your tween or teen build confidence in their own judgment • Subtle symptoms of teenage stress that parents often overlook around social events • How to model how to deal with peer pressure so your child learns self-trust through your example • A realistic framework for saying “no” to activities that do not fit your family values without isolating your child sociallyIf Halloween pressure has your household feeling stretched, this episode will help you breathe easier and parent with calm confidence. Listen now to learn how to deal with peer pressure, support age-appropriate decision-making examples, navigate scary situations, and recognize symptoms of teenage stress before they take hold.LET'S CONNECT:Thriving Child CenterPCIT ExpertsCalm and Connected ProgramInstagramLove having expert tips you can actually use? Join our newsletter and get a beautifully designed PDF of each episode’s top 3 takeaways—delivered straight to your inbox every week.Are you a provider? Subscribe here for professional insights and parenting resources!

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• What If Parenting Trends Are Hurting Your Parental Relationship More Than Helping?

  What if the very parenting trends you’re following to help your child are quietly making your parental relationship harder? In this episode, I unpack the viral tension between “f around and find out parenting” and gentle parenting, and share what truly works when we focus on evidence-based parenting that builds trust, connection, and calm in our homes.As both a psychologist and a parent, I’ve seen how easily we can lose ourselves in labels and online advice. That’s why I’m breaking down the real framework behind effective evidence-based parenting, how it changes the way we think about teaching kids boundaries, and why your parental relationship deserves more than another trendy parenting label.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why so many modern parenting trends confuse warmth with permissiveness, and what to do insteadThe biggest mistake parents make when applying f around and find out parenting (and how it can quietly damage your parental relationship)How evidence-based parenting helps you feel confident in teaching kids boundaries, even when emotions run highA practical way to balance warmth, limits, and self-regulation so your parental relationship actually strengthens over timeWhat to focus on when you’re overwhelmed by conflicting parenting trends, and how to return to what really mattersIf you’re ready to stop chasing the latest parenting trends and start using evidence-based parenting that helps you feel grounded, connected, and capable in teaching kids boundaries, this episode will help you reset and reconnect with your core values as a parent.WATCH THE FULL VIDEO ON YOUTUBE!LET'S CONNECT:Thriving Child CenterPCIT ExpertsCalm and Connected ProgramInstagramLove having expert tips you can actually use? Join our newsletter and get a beautifully designed PDF of each episode’s top 3 takeaways—delivered straight to your inbox every week.Are you a provider? Subscribe here for professional insights and parenting resources!

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• Why Praising Children Matters More Than You Think: How to Praise Your Child with Julia Lair

  Have you ever wondered if you’re doing it right when it comes to how to praise your child? So many parents second-guess the benefits of praising a child, but the truth is that the right kind of praise can completely change the tone of your home. In this episode, I talk with licensed clinical social worker and PCIT therapist Julia Lair about why praising children is one of the most powerful parenting tools we have and how to use it well.We talk about the science-backed benefits of praising a child, practical examples of how to praise a child with words, and simple ways of promoting positive behaviour that you can start using today. Julia and I also discuss the fears many parents have about “too much praise” and how those worries often get in the way of connection and growth.In this episode, we’ll explore:Why the real benefits of praising a child go far beyond good manners, and how it shapes your child’s self-worthWhat makes praising children so effective, and how to avoid the common mistakes parents make when giving praiseSimple strategies for how to praise a child with words that feel natural and genuineThe most effective ways of promoting positive behaviour through everyday interactionsHow to praise your child in a way that builds confidence and connectionIf you’ve ever hesitated about how to praise your child or wondered whether it really makes a difference, this episode will help you see why praising children is one of the best investments you can make in your relationship with your child.Listen now to learn authentic, research-based ways of promoting positive behaviour and discover the lasting benefits of praising a child.LET'S CONNECT:Thriving Child CenterPCIT ExpertsCalm and Connected ProgramInstagramLove having expert tips you can actually use? Join our newsletter and get a beautifully designed PDF of each episode’s top 3 takeaways—delivered straight to your inbox every week.Are you a provider? Subscribe here for professional insights and parenting resources!CONNECT WITH JULIA LAIR:Request an appointment with her HERE!

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• What to Do When Your Child Won’t Pick a Halloween Costume

  Every October, families find themselves in the same struggle: what happens when your child just can’t pick a Halloween costume? If you’ve ever had a kid switch from Elsa to Batman to Paw Patrol in the same week, you know how exhausting kids' Halloween costumes can be for the whole household.In this episode, I share how parents on Halloween can handle the indecision without losing patience, overspending, or giving in to every last-minute whim. Together, we’ll look at why costumes feel so important to kids and how you can meet their needs while still setting boundaries with kids that protect your sanity.Here’s what you’ll hear:Why it’s so hard for kids to finally pick a Halloween costumeHow much pressure kids Halloween costumes carry socially and emotionallyWhat happens when parents on Halloween feel judged by other parentsA framework for setting boundaries with kids while still allowing creativityHow to keep your child’s joy alive without buying ten costumesIf you’ve been wondering how to help your child finally pick a Halloween costume (and stick with it), this episode will give you strategies you can actually use. You’ll feel less stressed about kids Halloween costumes and more confident about what matters most for parents on Halloween.Press play now and learn how to balance connection and fun while setting boundaries with kids this Halloween season.RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Episode 16: How to Stop Meltdowns Before They Start by Managing Expectations and Parenting Without Power StrugglesLET'S CONNECT:Thriving Child CenterPCIT ExpertsCalm and Connected ProgramInstagramLove having expert tips you can actually use? Join our newsletter and get a beautifully designed PDF of each episode’s top 3 takeaways - delivered straight to your inbox every week.Are you a provider? Subscribe here for professional insights and parenting resources!

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