Podcast
Talkaboutable with Dr. Susan Swick
Hosted by Lemonada Media · EN
Ever wish someone could just tell you the right thing to say to your kid? Me too. Parenting brings us the greatest gifts, and it can be messy, confusing, and downright exhausting. I’m Dr. Susan Swick, a child and adolescent psychiatrist. I’m also a mom of 4. And I believe if you can talk about it with your kids, you can tackle it. We can make it Talkaboutable.
This season, I’ll hear from parents about what’s keeping them up at night, as well as experts who share real strategies that actually feel doable. Because when our kids handle even the most difficult situations alongside a caring adult, the hard moments become more bearable, and the good moments become even better.
From Lemonada Media in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, new episodes out every Tuesday.
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Dr. Matt Biel and Dr. Vilma Reyes on Raising Resilient Kids
Yesterday00:36:09Summary readyHow do we raise healthy, resilient kids? In this episode, we’re exploring what families need to make mental health a priority for children, just like brushing their teeth or getting a checkup. This is a conversation recorded live at the Thrive Center’s Innovation Hub Solution Fair in Washington, D.C., featuring Dr. Matt Biel, Director of Georgetown’s Thrive Center for Children and Families, and Dr. Vilma Reyes, Director of Training and Community Programs at the Child Trauma Research Program at UC San Francisco. Together, they share how communities, families, and parents can navigate uncertainty and anxiety, while making room for joy, too. Talkaboutable is produced by Lemonada Media, in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, and made possible through funding from the Montage Health Foundation. Together, we are committed to helping families talk about the issues children, teens, and young adults are facing today. We believe that when these conversations happen at home — even about the most challenging subjects — children build the skills they need to flourish. Because when families are connected, the hard moments become more bearable, the good moments become even better, and it all becomes Talkaboutable. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.
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Dr. Mona on Tantrums, Fighting, and Big Feelings
1w ago00:46:19Summary readyHow can parents handle their kids’ tantrums? In this episode, Dr. Swick talks with Dr. Mona Amin, board-certified pediatrician and founder of PedsDocTalk, about meltdowns, physical fights, and big feelings. They’ll explore why tantrums can be so triggering for parents, how to repair when you lose your cool, and the tried and true methods Dr. Mona uses with her own kids. Talkaboutable is produced by Lemonada Media, in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, and made possible through funding from the Montage Health Foundation. Together, we are committed to helping families talk about the issues children, teens, and young adults are facing today. We believe that when these conversations happen at home — even about the most challenging subjects — children build the skills they need to flourish. Because when families are connected, the hard moments become more bearable, the good moments become even better, and it all becomes Talkaboutable. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.
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Mailbag: Dr. Swick Answers Your Parenting Questions
2w ago00:51:30Summary readyOn today’s episode Dr. Swick responds to questions from listeners. She talks about how to help your over-achieving kid, what to do when your parenting approach clashes with another parent, how to make sure two differently abled siblings feel equally supported, and how to balance safety with autonomy when it comes to your child’s screen time. Talkaboutable is produced by Lemonada Media, in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, and made possible through funding from the Montage Health Foundation. Together, we are committed to helping families talk about the issues children, teens, and young adults are facing today. We believe that when these conversations happen at home — even about the most challenging subjects — children build the skills they need to flourish. Because when families are connected, the hard moments become more bearable, the good moments become even better, and it all becomes Talkaboutable. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.
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Claire Bidwell Smith on How Kids Experience Grief
3w ago00:49:22Summary readyWhat can parents teach their kids about grief? In this episode, Dr. Swick sits down with Claire Bidwell Smith — a therapist, grief expert and bestselling author — to explore how families can navigate conversations about loss with little ones. From breaking down kids’ developmental understanding of death to building rituals of remembrance, Claire shares practical guidance on how to frame death as a natural part of life and grief as a feeling to explore, not to fix. Talkaboutable is produced by Lemonada Media, in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, and made possible through funding from the Montage Health Foundation. Together, we are committed to helping families talk about the issues children, teens, and young adults are facing today. We believe that when these conversations happen at home — even about the most challenging subjects — children build the skills they need to flourish. Because when families are connected, the hard moments become more bearable, the good moments become even better, and it all becomes Talkaboutable. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.
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My Daughter Is Curious About Death. How Do We Talk About It?
4w ago00:40:41Summary readyHow do you talk to your child about death, and help them connect with family members who have passed away? In this episode, we're exploring that question with a mom who wants her daughter to feel close to the grandmother she never knew. This is a conversation about navigating grief, raising emotionally attuned kids, and finding beauty in the impermanence of life. Talkaboutable is produced by Lemonada Media, in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, and made possible through funding from the Montage Health Foundation. Together, we are committed to helping families talk about the issues children, teens, and young adults are facing today. We believe that when these conversations happen at home — even about the most challenging subjects — children build the skills they need to flourish. Because when families are connected, the hard moments become more bearable, the good moments become even better, and it all becomes Talkaboutable. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.
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Lisa Schuman on How to Talk to Kids About Donor Conception
Jun 2300:46:27Summary readyWhat’s the best way to tell your kid about their genetic origins? In this episode, Dr. Swick talks with Lisa Schuman, a reproductive therapist and Founding Director of The Center for Family Building in New York, about the best way to open up the conversation with kids of all ages who were donor conceived. We’ll get into the best children’s books about the topic, how to decide which family members and friends to tell, and what parents can do to make their child feel special and loved – no matter how they became part of the family. Talkaboutable is produced by Lemonada Media, in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, and made possible through funding from the Montage Health Foundation. Together, we are committed to helping families talk about the issues children, teens, and young adults are facing today. We believe that when these conversations happen at home — even about the most challenging subjects — children build the skills they need to flourish. Because when families are connected, the hard moments become more bearable, the good moments become even better, and it all becomes Talkaboutable. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.
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Our 4-year-Old Is Donor Conceived—How Do We Tell Her?
Jun 1600:34:55Summary readyWhen is it ok to tell your children about some of the grownup things in life? In this episode we are talking to a couple who conceived their daughter using a third-party donor. She’s starting to be old enough to understand what this means, and the parents are worried about how much they should tell her. This is a conversation about non-traditional families, and how—when it comes to knowing how much information is too much—it might be best to let your child lead the way. Talkaboutable is produced by Lemonada Media, in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, and made possible through funding from the Montage Health Foundation. Together, we are committed to helping families talk about the issues children, teens, and young adults are facing today. We believe that when these conversations happen at home — even about the most challenging subjects — children build the skills they need to flourish. Because when families are connected, the hard moments become more bearable, the good moments become even better, and it all becomes Talkaboutable. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.
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Dr. Carrie Jackson on What Works for ADHD Kids and Why
Jun 900:42:33Summary readyWhat do ADHD kids need to truly thrive? In this episode, Dr. Swick explores thoughtful, practical strategies with Dr. Carrie Jackson, a licensed clinical child psychologist specializing in ADHD and the founder of SoCal Child Psychology. Carrie has been diagnosed with ADHD herself, so she also has a personal window into what works. Together, they unpack how parents can help their kids navigate everyday challenges, from impulsivity to defiance to sibling conflicts. Talkaboutable is produced by Lemonada Media, in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, and made possible through funding from the Montage Health Foundation. Together, we are committed to helping families talk about the issues children, teens, and young adults are facing today. We believe that when these conversations happen at home — even about the most challenging subjects — children build the skills they need to flourish. Because when families are connected, the hard moments become more bearable, the good moments become even better, and it all becomes Talkaboutable. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.
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My Kids Are Dealing With ADHD and Anxiety – And They’re Clashing
Jun 200:41:07Summary readyWhat do you do when your kids can go from best friends to fighting, yelling and getting physical? In this episode, we’re talking to a dad with two boys who are navigating ADHD, anxiety, and the frequent transitions of a 50/50 custody arrangement. This is a conversation about breaking the conflict cycle and building rituals that actually stick. Talkaboutable is produced by Lemonada Media, in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, and made possible through funding from the Montage Health Foundation. Together, we are committed to helping families talk about the issues children, teens, and young adults are facing today. We believe that when these conversations happen at home — even about the most challenging subjects — children build the skills they need to flourish. Because when families are connected, the hard moments become more bearable, the good moments become even better, and it all becomes Talkaboutable.
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Dr. Nimali Fernando on How Kids Can Explore New Foods
May 2600:43:30Summary readyIn this episode we take a deeper dive into the topic of picky eating with Dr. Nimali Fernando, the founder of the Dr. Yum project, a nonprofit with a mission to help families and communities overcome barriers to eating well. We talk to Dr. Fernando about some of the techniques she uses to help kids practice eating new foods. And we also discuss worries about nutritional deficiencies, whether rewards are a good tactic, and if we should be calling it “picky eating” at all. Talkaboutable is produced by Lemonada Media, in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, and made possible through funding from the Montage Health Foundation. Together, we are committed to helping families talk about the issues children, teens, and young adults are facing today. We believe that when these conversations happen at home — even about the most challenging subjects — children build the skills they need to flourish. Because when families are connected, the hard moments become more bearable, the good moments become even better, and it all becomes Talkaboutable. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.
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