Reflective Parenting by Curious Neuron
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Reflective Parenting by Curious Neuron
Parents don’t snap for one reason — they snap because stress builds faster than awareness.The Reflective Parenting Podcast, hosted by neuroscientist and mom of three Dr. Cindy Hovington, helps parents understand what’s happening inside them before they snap and why recognizing it sooner is the key t...
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You, Your Husband, and His Mother: Untangling a Tricky Family Dynamic with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish
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Family dynamics can feel especially intense around the holidays and one of the most challenging patterns many parents face is the tr...
Your Triggers Aren’t a Parenting Failure — They’re a Signal
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If you’ve ever ended a night thinking, “Why did I snap again?” — this episode is for you.
Today, we’re diving into what’s real...
The reason you snap at your kids (and what you can try instead)
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Hi Reflective Parents! This week, we are talking about something I keep hearing from parents which is snapping at our kids even when...
Why parenting advice won't help you stop snapping at your kids
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If you keep snapping, shutting down, or feeling guilty, even though you “know” what to do... this episode will finally make it make...
What all dads need to hear about emotions and their son's future mental health
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Today on the Reflective Parenting Podcast, I’m sitting down with Dr. Brendan Kwiatkowski-Hartman to talk about something many parent...
Are you having unhealthy conflict? Here's what science says.
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This episode will change how you see conflict.
We’re talking about the proven communication patterns that destroy connection a...
Understanding your nervous system in conflict with the authors of Beyond Difficult
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If you’ve ever wondered why you become a different version of yourself during conflict… this episode is going to change the way you...
Relational Savoring: The Neuroscience of Calm and Connection
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Ever wonder why some moments with your child feel effortless and deeply connected — while others leave you drained, reactive, or mis...
What Many Parents Get Wrong About Toddler Behavior
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In today’s episode, Devon Kuntzman and I dive deep into what’s really happening inside your toddler’s brain when they lose it — and...
The missing skill that helps parents and kids stay calm: Interoception
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Last week, we uncovered how your child’s behaviour is really their nervous system communicating.
Today, we’re going deeper, in...
Why understanding your nervous system helps you with your emotions (part 1)
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You’ve heard the advice: “Teach your child to name their emotions.”
But what if the real secret to helping your child (and you...
How do we build resilience in our kids without being harsh or overprotective
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Do you ever hear your child say things like, “I’m such a bad kid” or “I’ll never be good at this” and your heart sinks because you d...
The Science of How Discipline and Punishment Impact a Child’s Brain Differently
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Parents, this one is big.
Today we’re breaking down punishment vs discipline, what science says, how it impacts your child’s b...
How to connect with a child that shuts you down (without losing your cool)
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This episode will change how you see your child’s moods and how you respond to them.
If you’ve ever tiptoed around your child...
How music can lower stress and anxiety (for you and your child)
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This episode will inspire you to see music as a powerful tool for connection, healing, and everyday parenting.
It’s an...
Replay: Looking beyond your child's behaviour with Dr. Mona Delahooke
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I am going to be taking a short break.
Meanwhile, enjoy this replay of one of my favourite episodes with Dr. Mona Delahooke....
Is my child ready for kindergarten readiness? (emotionally)
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Is your child ready for kindergarten from an emotional perspective?
In this episode, Cindy discusses the emotional aspects of...
A science-based tool that helps you shift your perspective (and build your resilience)
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In this episode, we explore the idea of “shifting your lens” — a powerful metaphor grounded in science that helps parents understand...
Can Parenting Style Differences Hurt Your Child? Here's What the Science Says
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Are you following positive parenting but your partner is more authoritarian?
This is a common question I receive from parents...
How does your child respond to stress in conflict?
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Have you ever asked yourself this question?
In today's episode, I give you a different perspective on your child's behaviour....
I wish I were a more playful parent
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In this episode of the Reflective Parenting Podcast, host Cindy Hovington delves into the transformative power of playfulness in par...
Invalidation in your relationship: Understanding the impact of dismissing emotions
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In this podcast episode, I delve into invalidation and its significant impact on romantic relationships. I highlight common invalida...
Psychologist shares how learning the skill of validation can transform your relationships
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Do you ever wonder why your child’s big emotions feel so overwhelming—or why small conflicts with your partner can spiral? In this e...
What Happens When You Let Kids Just Be Kids? (And Why It Matters)
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with Amy Chiu
In today’s fast-paced world, it can be tough to slow down and truly let kids be kids. We often get caught up in...
How not having a present father impacted my life
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In today's solo episode, I share a little more of my personal story with the hopes of helping you feel validated, less alone or even...
Working parent guilt: What no one tells you
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with Daisy Dowling
Balancing work and parenting feels impossible sometimes, doesn’t it? Between deadlines, meetings, and the c...
2 min reflection for days you feel like you are failing at parenting
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Hi dear friends,
From the number of you that downloaded our last grounding meditation, it seems like you enjoyed it!
I...
The New Parent Journey: Essential Tools for Achieving Balance, Connection & Wellbeing
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with Erica Diamond
Those early days of parenthood can feel like survival mode—your routines are gone, your identity feels blur...
Parenting in the digital world: the conversations families may not be having (but should)
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We often focus on limiting and banning our kids’ screen time—but what if the most effective digital parenting conversations require...
5 min moment of pause to help parents regulate
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The next time you experience a chaotic moment and need to pause, listen to this 5 min audio to help you regulate.
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Struggling with work-life balance? Try the design your own life approach instead!
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Hi friends! I have been hearing so many parents tell me that they feel overwhelmed trying to figure out how to balance work and fami...
Mother's Day Reflection: Am I addressing my needs?
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Happy Mother's Day!
I wanted to post today on Mother's Day because of the conversations I have been having with moms all week....
Should I hug my child or ignore them during a tantrum?
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In this episode of the Reflective Parenting Podcast, I chat with Albiona Rakipi who is a parent coach. I love her work and it is wel...
Am I a helicopter parent? The science of overparenting.
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In today’s episode, we dive into the science of overparenting and explore what research says about its impact on children’s mental h...
Why boredom is important for your child's development with Susie Allison
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Boredom is not a problem to solve but an essential skill children must develop for emotional regulation and creative thinking. When...
Why meaningful friendships are important for parental well-being with Dr. Miriam Kirmayer
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Dr. Miriam Kirmayer, clinical psychologist and friendship expert, joins Cindy to discuss the profound impact of friendships on our p...
When you discipline your child are you also doing this one important thing?
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The one mistake many parents make when disciplining their children is forgetting to teach the underlying skills needed for emotional...
Exploring Perimenopause with Dr. Kristina Calder
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Dr's Cindy Hovington and Kristina Calder explore perimenopause, the hormonal transition that begins in women's 40s and significantly...
How to have emotionally intelligent arguments with your partner
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Ever caught yourself rattling off an endless list of reminders to your partner before they take the kids somewhere? "Don't forget sn...
What the Dying Can Teach Us About Living More Fully with Dr. Kathy Zhang
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What can the dying teach us about living? In this transformative conversation, Dr. Kathy Zhang, a palliative care physician, shares...