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Parenting Matters Now with Dr. Roger Smith
Hosted by Dr. Roger Smith · EN
3-minute parenting tips and ideas to help families be more successful. No technical jargon, just common-sense, practical advice you can apply today.
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How to Overcome Fears and Frustrations About Parenting Teens | Episode 537
1w ago00:03:20Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Parenting Matters Now, Dr. Roger Smith discusses "the parental shift"—the crucial transition from controlling your child's life to influencing it. Learn why trying to maintain absolute control during the teenage years leads to frustration, and how building a relationship based on trust and mutual respect can help you successfully navigate this stage. Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/ This has been a production of ThePodcastUpload.com
Transcribe →How Can You Help Your Child's Self-Confidence Increase? | Episode 536
1w ago00:03:10Tap to summarizeHelp your child grow their self-confidence by encouraging them to lift others up. Dr. Roger Smith discusses how acts of kindness and serving others can reduce self-focus and build a strong sense of self-worth in children. Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/ This has been a production of ThePodcastUpload.com
Transcribe →Have You Ever Believed a Lie? | Episode 535
2w ago00:06:04Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dr. Roger Smith explores the delicate balance between parental control and influence as children grow. Learn how to transition from telling to listening, build strong relationships through conversation, and wisely navigate the moments when your children wrestle with new ideas. Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/ This has been a production of ThePodcastUpload.com
Transcribe →Are You a Thermostat or a Thermometer Parent? | Episode 534
2w ago00:04:08Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Parenting Matters Now, Dr. Roger Smith explores the difference between simply announcing your children's behavior (like a thermometer) and actively responding to help them grow (like a thermostat). Learn how to take actionable, patient baby steps to improve your family's dynamic without just announcing your dissatisfaction. Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/ This has been a production of ThePodcastUpload.com
Transcribe →What Did This Sign Used to Say? | Episode 533
2w ago00:04:08Tap to summarizeJoin Dr. Roger Smith on Parenting Matters as he uses a reclaimed 3,000-gallon milk tank as a metaphor for parenting. Just like the incomplete sign on the tank, our children are a work in progress. Learn how keeping the end result in mind can help us cultivate the patience needed to help our children mature and complete their own unique stories. Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/ This has been a production of ThePodcastUpload.com
Transcribe →Is Your Family Dealing with Bullies? | Episode 532
3w ago00:04:27Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Parenting Matters Now, Dr. Roger Smith discusses how to recognize the early signs of bullying behavior in your own children. Learn how the mindset of a bully develops and why training and rewarding kindness from a young age is the true cure for aggressiveness. Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/ This has been a production of ThePodcastUpload.com
Transcribe →Why the Small Things in Life Matter Most | Episode 531
3w ago00:03:40Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Parenting Matters Now, Dr. Roger Smith explores the profound impact of ordinary, everyday moments in parenting. Discover why the little things—from wiping noses to comforting falls—build a child's emotional intelligence and capacity to overcome huge obstacles later in life. Learn how to embrace the mundane and "be extraordinary at the ordinary." Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/ This has been a production of ThePodcastUpload.com
Transcribe →Should Parents Be Flexible with Their Children? | Episode 530
3w ago00:06:12Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Parenting Matters Now, Dr. Roger Smith discusses the balance between standing firm and being flexible with your children. Learn how to transition from "rock solid" rules in the early years to value-based flexibility as your children grow into independent adults. Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/ This has been a production of ThePodcastUpload.com
Transcribe →What is One of the Most Important Times in Your Family? | Episode 529
4w ago00:07:01Tap to summarizeMealtime is far more than just eating—it is a pivotal opportunity for connection and growth. In this episode, Dr. Roger Smith discusses how to make family meals a rich, tech-free haven. Learn practical ways to spark meaningful conversations, practice gratitude, and create lasting positive impacts on your children's future. Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/ This has been a production of ThePodcastUpload.com
Transcribe →How to Help Your Child Make Friends | Episode 528
4w ago00:06:11Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Parenting Matters Now, Dr. Roger Smith addresses the heartache of watching your child struggle to make friends. Before jumping to solutions, Dr. Smith encourages parents to step back and evaluate potential causes—whether situational, relational, or family dynamics. Learn the importance of leading with empathy and discover practical, actionable training, such as teaching your child how to ask memorized, other-centered questions to naturally build connections. Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/ This has been a production of ThePodcastUpload.com
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