Podcast
Mindful Motherhood
Hosted by Dr. Katie Gorham · EN
Welcome to Mindful Motherhood! As a stressed and overwhelmed mom, do you ever find yourself struggling to understand why your child behaves the way they do? Do you wish you could break parenting cycles and build stronger connections with your kids, even during the toughest moments of child development? If so, this podcast is for you. Join child psychologist and mother of two, Dr. Katie Gorham, as she breaks down the science behind child and adolescent brain development and offers meaningful and practical shifts you can make in your parenting approach. Get ready to gain a deeper understanding of your child and discover effective strategies to build connections and navigate even the toughest family moments.
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How Anxiety Shows Up in Highly Sensitive Kids (and What You Can Do About It)
Dec 900:28:42Tap to summarizeIn the season 2 finale of the Mindful Motherhood Podcast, Dr. Katie discusses the intricacies of parenting highly sensitive children. She explores how anxiety hides beneath the behaviors of highly sensitive children — shutdowns, rigidity, “I don’t care" attitudes, quitting, and perfectionism — and what’s actually happening inside their nervous system.You’ll learn:how highly sensitive kids process the world differentlywhy frustration, quitting, and “I don’t care” responses are often rooted in anxiety and a protective reflex, not defiancehow perfectionism shows up in subtle wayshow to anchor your child with connection and curiositypractical strategies to help build tolerance and resilienceResources:Parenting from the Floor | @parentingfromthefloorWebsite: https://mindfulmotherhoodpodcast.alitu.com/Connect with us! mindfulmompod@gmail.com
Transcribe →Separation Anxiety: Backpacks, Butterflies & Brave Goodbyes
Jul 2300:31:34Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Mindful Motherhood podcast, Dr. Katie tackles the common yet challenging issue of separation anxiety in children, especially during back-to-school transitions. Dr. Katie explains the neurological underpinnings of separation anxiety, focusing on the roles of the amygdala and prefrontal cortex in children's reactions to separation. Various strategies are discussed to help children gradually adjust and build confidence in separating from parents with less stress and more ease.Resources:Pocket hugsParent/Child braceletsParent/Child bracelet variationFamily photo bracelet Hug Button braceletWebsite: https://mindfulmotherhoodpodcast.alitu.com/Connect with us! mindfulmompod@gmail.com
Transcribe →What If… It’s Okay? Mindful Tools for Navigating Change
Jul 900:32:05Tap to summarizeIn the latest episode of the Mindful Motherhood Podcast, Dr. Katie discusses how everyday anxieties impact children and offers practical tools to manage them. Focusing on the importance of understanding the brain's response to routine changes, she shares personal experiences illustrating the effectiveness of strategies like setting verbal expectations, using visual countdowns, and calming physiological responses with different breathing exercises. By using visual reminders, parents can help anchor their child’s thinking and ease the stress of transitions. This episode also emphasizes the need for caregivers to address their own anxieties, promoting a balanced approach to family well-being.Resources (Books):Ruby Finds a WorryThe Magical YetA Little Spot of AnxietyA Kids Book About AnxietyWhat To Do When You Worry Too MuchHelp Your Dragon Deal With AnxietyWebsite: https://mindfulmotherhoodpodcast.alitu.com/Connect with us! mindfulmompod@gmail.com
Transcribe →Taming the Worry Monster
Jul 200:30:28Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Mindful Motherhood podcast, Dr. Katie offers insights into the nuances of childhood anxieties. Through personal experiences and professional insights, she emphasizes how anxiety can manifest unexpectedly in children. By understanding the physiological and emotional responses in kids, parents can better navigate these challenges. Dr. Katie introduces practical and engaging methods such as creating 'worry monsters' to help children articulate and manage their fears constructively. This approach not only facilitates communication but also empowers kids to understand and cope with their worries, turning anxiety into an opportunity for emotional and cognitive growth.Resources:Nurtured First Worry ToolkitWebsite: https://mindfulmotherhoodpodcast.alitu.com/Connect with us! mindfulmompod@gmail.com
Transcribe →Season 2 Trailer: Navigating Childhood Anxieties with Mindful Motherhood
Jun 2000:02:31Tap to summarizeSeason 2 of the Mindful Motherhood podcast, hosted by Dr. Katie Gorham, delves deep into childhood worries and anxieties. This season focuses on a variety of challenges that children and teens may face, from general worries to fear of the dark and social pressures, and how anxiety symptoms often show up through behavior. Dr. Katie combines her wisdom as a psychologist and a mother to offer insights and strategies to handle these situations effectively. She emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and intention in parenting and discusses ways to turn difficult moments into opportunities for deeper connection and growth with our children. Tune in July 2nd wherever you listen to podcasts! Website: https://mindfulmotherhoodpodcast.alitu.com/Connect with us! mindfulmompod@gmail.com
Transcribe →Bonus Episode! Curse Words & Curious Minds: Guiding Language Exploration with Intention
Jun 600:26:44Tap to summarizeIn this bonus episode of the Mindful Motherhood Podcast, Dr. Katie addresses the emergence of 'bad' words throughout childhood and adolescence and how to turn these awkward moments into teaching opportunities. She explains how children's brains are wired to mimic and explore language, and recommends establishing boundaries around inappropriate language use by establishing specific 'safe zones' at home (e.g., the bathroom), for language exploration without social consequence. This strategy provides children an outlet for their curiosity, emphasizes context in language, and helps develop children's communication and impulse control skills in a constructive and mindful manner. Tune in to learn more!Website: https://mindfulmotherhoodpodcast.alitu.com/Connect with us! mindfulmompod@gmail.com
Transcribe →Bonus Episode! Sensory Survival: Holiday Edition
Nov 26, 202400:25:29Tap to summarizeThe holiday season can be a magical time for families, but it can also be a source of stress for kids. In this special holiday bonus episode, Dr. Katie dives into the reasons why children often feel overwhelmed during the holidays, including increased social interactions, performance pressure, disrupted routines, and sensory overload. She provides practical tips to help parents manage their child's stress and create a more peaceful holiday experience for everyone.Happy holidays!Website: mindfulmotherhoodpodcast.comConnect with us! mindfulmompod@gmail.com
Transcribe →Season Finale: Essential Self-Care Practices for Mindful Moms
Jul 24, 202400:16:21Tap to summarizeIn the season 1 finale of the Mindful Motherhood podcast, Dr. Katie offers a dive into the essential role of self-care in parenting. She emphasizes understanding child dysregulation and enhancing self-regulatory skills through mindful approaches. Dr. Katie provides practical self-care tips, from morning routines to creating a personalized self-care menu. She also stresses that consistent, small self-care practices can significantly impact emotional well-being, helping parents stay regulated and connected with their children, even amidst daily chaos. This episode is a culmination of season-long strategies to foster better parent-child connections.Additional Resources:Meditation Apps: Insight Timer; HeadspaceQuick Music-Only Stretches: Mady MorrisonWebsite: mindfulmotherhoodpodcast.comConnect with us! mindfulmompod@gmail.com
Transcribe →Triggers, Ruptures, and Repair
Jul 17, 202400:31:47Tap to summarizeThis episode of the Mindful Motherhood podcast delves into the challenging world of parenting and emotional regulation. Dr. Katie explores how parents' emotional triggers, often rooted in past experiences, can impact interactions with their children. She emphasizes the significance of recognizing these triggers to maintain composure during tough moments. The episode provides actionable advice, including identifying physical signs of stress, employing relaxation techniques, and talking openly with partners or support systems. By understanding and managing their own triggers, parents can create a more emotionally supportive environment for both themselves and their children. Dr. Katie also discuss what to do when parents inevitably lose their cool with their kids, including how to repair the relationship by modeling a genuine apology.Website: mindfulmotherhoodpodcast.comConnect with us! mindfulmompod@gmail.comTimestamps:
Transcribe →Beyond "Happy" & "Sad": Building Your Child's Emotion Regulation Toolkit
Jul 10, 202400:31:41Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Mindful Motherhood podcast, Dr. Katie teaches parents how to distinguish between meltdowns and tantrums and offers practical tips to address each effectively. She emphasizes the importance of approaching children's emotional outbursts with curiosity and empathy, labeling emotions, and validating feelings to foster connection and emotional growth. The episode provides strategies for helping children of all ages to build their emotion regulation toolkit, including how to build their emotional vocabulary, manage their feelings, and develop resilience through everyday interactions, play, and other creative outlets.Website: mindfulmotherhoodpodcast.comConnect with us! mindfulmompod@gmail.comResources:(Books)First Emotions Series (11 books)Every Little ThingLittle Monkey Calms DownMy Body Sends a SignalListening to My BodyListening with My HeartIn My Heart: A Book of Feelings (Growing Hearts)A Kids Book About Coping SkillsTwo Big Feelings; Quiet in my Body; Happy Either Way (LOVEVERY)Everyone Feels SeriesBelly BreatheBreathe, Think, Do with Elmo(Visuals)Calm Strips VisualsTextured Infinity Breathing Strips5 Deep Breaths VisualTimestamps:1:18 - Tantrum vs Meltdown5:27 - Introduction to coping skills6:44 - Building an emotional vocabulary 14:01 - Building coping skills/regulation tools for ages 5-1018:10 - Building coping skills/regulation tools for ages 11-1824:11 - Modeling emotional regulation for our kids28:57 - Challenge of the week!
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