From the Desk of Dr. K
RESOURCESEmotional Intelligence Parenting with Stephanie Pinto
What if your "good" childhood still left emotional scars that impact your parenting? Emotional intelligence parenting requires us to confront our own histories, even when they seem picture-perfect on the surface. In today's episode, I speak with Stephanie Pinto,...
How Generation Mindful Tools Turn Tantrums into Teaching Moments with Suzanne Tucker
Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify & other platforms What if you could replace timeouts with a more effective approach that actually strengthens your connection with your child? Generation Mindful founder Suzanne Tucker joins me to explore the revolutionary...
Theraplay: Healing Through Play With Your Children With Dafna Lender
Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify & other platforms Ever wonder if your trauma means you're destined to parent imperfectly? In today's episode, Theraplay expert Dafna Lender shares how all parents mess up - and that's actually okay! As a clinical...
Multicultural Parenting: Lessons from Around the World with Marina Lopes
Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify & other platforms What if the way we parent is shaped more by culture than we realize? Multicultural parenting offers a fresh perspective on how families around the world build community and raise children. In today's...
How Emotional Regulation Helps You Build Stronger Connections with Your Kids with Dajana Yoakley
Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify & other platforms What role does emotional regulation play in post-traumatic parenting, and how can it shape the way we connect with our kids? In today's episode, I sit down with Dajana Yoakley, a peaceful and playful...
Raising Strong-Willed Children with Humor & Compassion with Sonali Vongchusiri
Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify & other platforms What does raising strong-willed children really look like when life throws unexpected challenges your way? In today's episode, I sit down with Sonali Vongchusiri, a passionate advocate for parenting with...
Psychology Today Articles
- Yes, Labubu Dolls Are Ugly, Your Tween Will Want One AnywayLabubu dolls may be weird, but your child’s obsession is pretty normal. Here’s why creepy toys and social fads help teens build social identity and navigate their inner world.
- Toddler Saves Dad! TikTok Says She's Traumatized. Is She?A toddler goes viral for saving her dad during a diabetic emergency. Will she be traumatized? Here's what child psychology and trauma science say about fear, safety, and resilience.
- This One Word Could Change How You See ParentingEver wonder why your child’s behavior triggers panic, rage, or shame? The answer might be just one word—and it can transform your parenting.
- The Unseen Truth Behind the "Toxic Phrases" Parenting TrendDrawn to the #toxicphrasechallenge? Here's what it may reveal about your parenting—and here's a guideline for engaging with it safely.
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