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The Brainy Moms

The Brainy Moms is a parenting podcast with smart ideas to help moms and kids thrive! Hosted by cognitive psychologist Dr. Amy Moore along with rotating co-hosts Sandy Zamalis, Teri Miller, and Dr. Jody Jedlicka, this weekly show features conversations about parenting, psychology, child development, education, and medicine with practical tips to help moms navigate the ups and downs of parenthood. We're smart moms helping make moms smarter...one episode at a time!

Psychology Mental Health Education Learning Health & Fitness Education For Kids Parenting Kids & Family Kids
Update frequency
every 10 days
Average duration
49 minutes
Episodes
174
Years Active
2021 - 2025
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Get Your Toddler Talking with guest Jill Urbane

Get Your Toddler Talking with guest Jill Urbane

Communication and language in early childhood is intricately connected to behavior and social-emotional development. Every temper tantrum is an attempt to communicate an unmet need. How do we help yo…

00:45:31  |   Tue 02 Aug 2022
How to Quiet Your Inner Mean Girl with guest Onnie Michalsky, M.A.

How to Quiet Your Inner Mean Girl with guest Onnie Michalsky, M.A.

Hey Moms! Are you ready to silence that inner “mean girl” who says you’re not enough? Are you exhausted from doing all the things and ready to shed your Supermom cape? On this episode of Brainy Moms,…

00:57:23  |   Tue 26 Jul 2022
Managing Anxiety about School Shootings & Other Traumatic Experiences with guest Stacie Boyar, LMHC, MS Ed

Managing Anxiety about School Shootings & Other Traumatic Experiences with guest Stacie Boyar, LMHC, MS Ed

With so many scary things happening in the world today, it’s easy to understand why kids are struggling with anxiety. On this episode, Dr. Amy and Teri interview licensed mental health counselor, Sta…

00:44:35  |   Tue 19 Jul 2022
A Radical Parenting Partnership with Your Teen  -  with author Lainie Liberti

A Radical Parenting Partnership with Your Teen - with author Lainie Liberti

On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Lainie Liberti, teen mentor and author of the book, Seen, Heard, and Understood: Parenting and Partnering with Teens for Greater Mental Heal…

00:52:26  |   Tue 12 Jul 2022
Creating & Modeling Healthy Habits & Mindset with guest Dr. Orlena Kerek

Creating & Modeling Healthy Habits & Mindset with guest Dr. Orlena Kerek

Are you running out of ways to get your kids to eat better? Do you struggle with yo-yo dieting or emotional eating? Want some tips for adopting a healthier lifestyle for your whole family? On this ep…

00:52:22  |   Tue 05 Jul 2022
Bedtime Tips from a Heart-Centered Sleep Coach with guest Maisie Ruttan

Bedtime Tips from a Heart-Centered Sleep Coach with guest Maisie Ruttan

Are you tired of the bedtime battles with your kids? Are you at your wits end most nights when your child gets out of bed again and again? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview s…

00:42:58  |   Tue 28 Jun 2022
How to Get Your Kids to  Listen More and Argue Less with guest Cynthia Klein

How to Get Your Kids to Listen More and Argue Less with guest Cynthia Klein

Are you tired of arguing with your kids? Do you feel like every other conversation with your child ends in a conflict? Are there days when your kids just won’t listen? Imagine a relationship with you…

01:11:39  |   Tue 21 Jun 2022
Pastor Wayne's 10 Tips for Dads: A Father's Day Show with guest Dr. Wayne Hanson

Pastor Wayne's 10 Tips for Dads: A Father's Day Show with guest Dr. Wayne Hanson

On this Brainy Moms bonus episode for Father’s Day, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Dr. Wayne Hanson, pastor and host of The Jesus Taxi show. Pastor Wayne shares 10 parenting tips just for dads based on h…

00:39:04  |   Sun 19 Jun 2022
Why Every Family Needs a Parenting Plan  (& How to Make One) with guest Kristin Buchtel

Why Every Family Needs a Parenting Plan (& How to Make One) with guest Kristin Buchtel

As a parent, do you fly by the seat of your pants, or do you have a plan in place for setting curfews, teaching your kids how to manage their money, who’s going to talk to them about the birds and th…

00:57:00  |   Tue 07 Jun 2022
Still Beautiful: A Burn Survivor's Advice on Defining Self-Worth with guest Kelly Falardeau

Still Beautiful: A Burn Survivor's Advice on Defining Self-Worth with guest Kelly Falardeau

As moms, we second guess ourselves all the time. We question our worth as women, we experience mom guilt for a million reasons, and we fail to appreciate what’s beautiful about ourselves. On this epi…

00:59:05  |   Tue 31 May 2022
The Psychology of Fun (& What It's Got to Do with Being Happy) with guest Dr. Mike Rucker

The Psychology of Fun (& What It's Got to Do with Being Happy) with guest Dr. Mike Rucker

Are you chasing happiness but feel like you keep coming up short? Wishing you could experience more joy in your life? Want to have more fun with your kids? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and…

00:53:48  |   Tue 24 May 2022
The Psychology of Creativity (And Why it Matters for Your Child) with guest Dr. Michael Alcee

The Psychology of Creativity (And Why it Matters for Your Child) with guest Dr. Michael Alcee

Want to help cultivate your child’s creativity? Wondering how to help your child integrate the creative and logical parts of their mind? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview cli…

01:03:05  |   Tue 17 May 2022
Expert Advice on Dyslexia  & Reading Struggles with guest Donesa Walker, MS Ed

Expert Advice on Dyslexia & Reading Struggles with guest Donesa Walker, MS Ed

Does your child struggle with reading or spelling? Wondering what to do for a child with dyslexia? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Reading and Dyslexia Specialist, Donesa W…

00:51:47  |   Tue 10 May 2022
10 Ways to Be a

10 Ways to Be a "Cool" Mom with guest Kim Hanson

On this special Mother’s Day episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview Kim Hanson, the CEO of LearningRx. Kim shares 10 ways to be a cool and caring mom. Some are cute and fun –like making s…

00:52:36  |   Tue 03 May 2022
How to Experience Joy in Parenting Toddlers with guest Sara Rose Whaley

How to Experience Joy in Parenting Toddlers with guest Sara Rose Whaley

Do you have a toddler who won’t listen? Are you frustrated and burning out with the terrible twos and other challenges of parenting littles? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview…

00:49:27  |   Tue 26 Apr 2022
Hybrid Schools:  The Future of Learning? with guest Dr. Brent Goldman

Hybrid Schools: The Future of Learning? with guest Dr. Brent Goldman

Interested in learning what some educators think is the best school model? Heard about hybrid schooling but aren’t sure what it’s all about? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri interview…

00:50:08  |   Tue 19 Apr 2022
Autism Awareness & Intervention Begins with Parent Mindset with guest Andrea Pollack, MS Ed

Autism Awareness & Intervention Begins with Parent Mindset with guest Andrea Pollack, MS Ed

Wondering what to do first when your child is diagnosed with autism? Overwhelmed or feeling like a failure as a parent of a child with autism? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri intervi…

00:45:19  |   Tue 12 Apr 2022
Relationship Advice for Couples after Having a Baby with guest Catherine O'Brien, LMFT

Relationship Advice for Couples after Having a Baby with guest Catherine O'Brien, LMFT

Relationships change when you add a baby to your family, but you can still be happy amidst the sleepless nights, demanding feeding schedule, and bottomless diaper pail. On this episode of Brainy Moms…

00:45:16  |   Tue 05 Apr 2022
5 Things Parents of Teens Need to Know with guest Kim Duckworth

5 Things Parents of Teens Need to Know with guest Kim Duckworth

Wondering what you need to know to be a successful parent of a teenager? On this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy and Teri  interview Kim Duckworth, author of the bestselling book, Parents, Are You Re…

00:54:38  |   Tue 29 Mar 2022
Busy Mom? How to Run Your Home on Autopilot with guest Carrie Olsen, LCSW

Busy Mom? How to Run Your Home on Autopilot with guest Carrie Olsen, LCSW

Are you a busy mom feeling guilty that you can’t seem to juggle everything? Do you feel like you SHOULD be able to manage kids, your home life, your social life, your kid’s schedule, and your job or …

00:50:29  |   Tue 22 Mar 2022
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