How Not to Screw Up Your Kids
Hello, I'm psychologist and parenting expert Dr Maryhan and this is How Not To Screw Up Your Kids, the podcast for parents, grandparents, educators, and anyone else who wants to be part of a movement to raise confident children who grow up believing in themselves.
Follow now for twice weekly episodes - on Monday's you'll find shorter Bucket Emptying episodes, with longer episodes each Thursday.
The greatest gift we can give our children is self-belief. It will get them further in life than any qualification and is absolutely possible for each and every child; we just need the right information and support around us to teach them.
The old saying ‘it takes a village to raise a child” couldn’t be more true than now. Parenting has got a whole lot harder; not just because we are busier than ever but because our children are growing up in an ever changing, fast-paced world, which is so different to the one we grew up in. Our children have more pressure to be better, look better, do better, and in a world where lives are so publicly scrutinised and commented on through social media it’s really no wonder we’re seeing mental health problems sky rocketing amongst children, teens, and young adults. What you can expect from this podcast are honest conversations about parenting.
We’ll talk confidence resilience, anxiety, managing tech, and all the topics you’d expect as well blowing the lid off the widely help misconception that children are innately resilient. They’re not!
This podcast is for people who want to get real about parenting. You understand it can get messy sometimes and aren’t afraid to admit it. I have had more than my fair share of messy and I will no doubt share these with you along the way. I won’t dress things up but I will always give you something practical to take away and use in each and every episode. My guests and experts will be real people who have overcome their own adversities and bring with them a message to us as parents, as well as inspiring stories.
So pour yourself a cuppa, find a comfy seat, and enjoy the conversation...
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- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 24 minutes
- Episodes
- 346
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Do Time-outs Work??
When our child is throwing the mother of all tantrums what do we do? My advice has always been not to use ‘the naughty step’ for the simple reason that it takes a child who is experiencing some prett…
Bucket Emptying Episodes; Am I A Bad Child?
This week’s Bucket Emptying podcast episode addresses a question from a concerned parent - how to support a child who is self-deprecating after making poor choices.
Your child might say things like "…
Great Habits for Super Young Children
Here’s a thought for you – every interaction you have with your child will leave a trace – in the wiring of their brain. Repeated interactions of the same type will build permanent connections – so w…
Bucket Emptying Episodes; How To Create New Habits
This week's Bucket Emptying podcast episode is a must-listen as it'll help both you and your children!
It's all about creating new habits, and I share my top tips to not only establish new habits but…
Back-Chat & Boundaries
I get asked about back-chat a lot as I know it’s something we can really struggle with as parents.
We usually associate this type of behaviour with the teenagers being rebellious and pushing every b…
Bucket Emptying Episodes; Can I Insist On No Devices For Sleepovers??
In this week's Bucket Emptying podcast episode I'm answering a listener question "Can I insist on no devices when my child is having a sleepover?"
With the rise of technology, it's a question that ma…
The Power Of Words
We have 6,000 thoughts a day - 80% are negative and 90% of which are habitual. If you have low confidence you're telling yourself 4,800 times day you're not good enough!! I'll share how you can help …
Bucket Emptying Episodes; Saying Yes Also Means Saying No!
Would you like to achieve a #winwin? This week’s Bucket Emptying episode is just what you need!
I’ll explain how your habit of completing routine tasks for your children is causing you to miss out on …
Why Children Need Boundaries
Parenting isn't a popularity contest. It's about making the difficult decisions, because we're playing the long game AND it won't make us popular. Boundaries allow children to grow and become the res…
Bucket Emptying Episodes; Stop Comparing Yourself To Others!!
This week's Bucket Emptying episode is a must-watch for all parents out there!
Join me as I share my advice on how to stop comparing yourself to other parents and empty your own bucket.
Let's break t…
Let’s Talk Children’s Mental Health Revisited
Children’s Mental Health Week takes place from 5-11 February 2024 in the UK and this year's theme is ‘My Voice Matters’. It was set up by children’s mental health charity Place2Be and shines a spotli…
Bucket Emptying Episodes; Are All Rewards Created Equally?
In this week's Bucket Emptying episode, "Are All Rewards Created Equally?", I share my insight and tips.
If you haven't had a chance to listen to the previous episodes, "Bribe or Rewards?" and "Help M…
Help My Child Is Acting Entitled!
When our children act as though the world owes them a favour and they aren't prepared to work at something the alarm bells should be ringing. I'll explain what entitled behaviour is, how we inadverte…
Bucket Emptying Episodes; Bribe Or Reward?
Bribe or reward? Are they the same thing? No, they're not, and understanding the difference is crucial, especially when it comes to parenting.
Tune into this week's Bucket Emptying podcast episode wh…
Managing Digital Devices Part 2
More discussion with Catherine around managing screen time, how social platforms affect emotional wellbeing and finding a balance.
Here are the highlights:
(2:15) Understanding how your child uses thei…
Bucket Emptying Episodes; Helping Children Do Difficult Things
As parents, we all want to give our children the tools to navigate the world with confidence. But what about when they're away from home? I was recently asked to write a blog post with guidance for p…
Managing Digital Devices Part 1
I'm joined by my daughter to talk honestly about how she managed her own digital devices as part of her digital journey in the hope it helps you as parents have those conversations with your children…
Bucket Emptying Episodes; How Do We Regulate Our Own Emotions?
As parents, it's not uncommon to feel overwhelmed by our own emotions, which can make it challenging to help our children manage theirs. But don't worry, I'm here to help!
In this week's Bucket Empty…
24 for 2024
Ditch the resolutions and set 'promises & intentions' instead. Helping children build their confidence is all about day to day behavioural changes. This is a super practical episode with a great free…
Bucket Emptying Episodes; How To Get Your Children To Help Around The House
Are chores causing arguments in your home? In this week's Bucket Emptying podcast episode, I'll explain the importance of shifting the language we use to encourage family members to work together in …