Project Parenthood
Project Parenthood, hosted by clinical psychologist Dr. Nanika Coor, offers a refreshing alternative to traditional parenting advice. The podcast focuses on fostering intentional, collaborative relationships with children, whether you're a parent, teacher, or caregiver. Each week, it explores childhood through real conversations and expert insights, aiming to empower children and build inclusive communities. The show emphasizes intergenerational healing and breaking harmful cycles to create a future of empathy and respect.
Episodes
What to do if your child has an extreme need for control and autonomy (Reissue)
678.When a child goes to extreme lengths to avoid any demand or expectation—even those they have of themselves—parents can be left feeling frustrated and overwhelmed. Every child will resist or defy parental demands and requests from time to time. But when a child goes to extreme lengths to avoid any demand or expectation—even those they have of themselves—parents can be left feeling frustrated an
Brain boosters: Powering up your child's executive functioning (Reissue)
717.When you learn that your child has executive functioning deficits that need strengthening, it can feel confusing and overwhelming. How do you know when your child’s lagging EF skills are getting in the way? Dr. Nanika Coor explains what executive functioning is and everyday fun and useful ways to help your child improve their capacities to think before acting.Project Parenthood is hosted by Dr
How to help your anxious child (Reissue)
687.Do you have a child who seems to worry about everything? Is your kid the type who’s afraid to try new things, convinced that it’s impossible for them to get through it? Are you wanting so much to help your anxious kiddo but you don’t know where to begin? Dr. Nanika Coor offers ideas for how to understand your child’s anxiety and how to help them live a less worried way of life.Project Parentho
How to get past parental perfectionism (Reissue)
718.Are you a parent dealing with an overwhelming fear of failure and not-good-enough-ness? If so, you might be struggling with perfectionism. In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explores the challenges of being a perfectionist parent, how it can impact both you and your child, and ideas for creating a less perfectionistic environment within which your child can thrive.Project Parenthood is hosted by
Summer parenting hacks
Encore Episode: This episode originally aired on Monday, July 1, 2024Has anyone said they’re bored yet? With most kids off for Summer Break, here are some helpful tips to find a balance between fun and routine over the next few months.Project Parenthood is hosted by Dr. Nanika Coor. Project Parenthood is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips.Find transcripts on the Quick and Dirty Tips Web
7 ways to feel more confident as a parent (Reissue)
688.7 steps to take that can help you build confidence and self-esteem as a parent. 7 steps to take that can help you build confidence and self-esteem as a parent. Striving for perfection as a parent means you’re constantly falling short of your own expectations. That often comes with harsh self-criticism, overwhelm, and sometimes even hopelessness or helplessness. It’s that much harder to be the
9 ways to reduce bedtime conflicts (Reissue)
691.Don’t you just love that time of evening when you’re counting down the minutes until your “adult time” starts? You’re wiped out from the day and so is your child. Maybe teeth got brushed, maybe someone was wrangled into pajamas, maybe the lights are even out—and yet, bedtime seems to drag on and on. And on. Dr. Nanika Coor offers tips for troubleshooting your kiddo’s pesky bedtime shenanigans.
10 ways to help your child cooperate without using punishments (Reissue)
657.Gaining your child's cooperation can be challenging, to say the least. It's no wonder that parents try to control their children's behavior using rewards, threats, and punishments. But while these strategies may seem to work in the short term, they're not the most effective way to teach your child the values and rules of your home and your community. In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor gives you
How to motivate your child to change unwanted behaviors (Reissue)
709.When you’re hoping your child will change their behavior for the better, it can be easy to double down on nagging, pleading, and lecturing your child in an effort to convince your child to see things the way you see things. Unfortunately, you might notice that this doesn’t get you very far. The more you push, the more resistant and defensive your child becomes! Dr. Nanika Coor offers some tips
How to understand your child’s temperament (Reissue)
716.Temperament is believed to be innate, meaning it is present at birth and remains relatively stable throughout a person's life. Understanding how your particular child’s temperament interacts with their environment—and you are your child’s environment—helps you set them up for success and increases opportunities for positive interactions. In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explains how leaning in
How to ditch "chores" and still teach your child responsibility (Reissue)
698. Are you wondering how to instill in your toddler or young child the importance of being responsible for some household chores when they’re older? Or are you at your wit's end trying to get your tween or teen to pitch in around the house? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor gives tips for helping your child learn to contribute to the upkeep of the family home.Project Parenthood is a Quick and Dir
3 Strategies for Becoming a Better Parent
634. Parenting can challenge even the most patient of us. Psychologist Dr. Nanika Coor gives parents and caregivers valuable tips on how to improve our daily experience with raising children (and give ourselves a break).Project Parenthood is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Dr. Nanika Coor. Have a question for Project Parenthood? Email: parenthood@quickanddirtytips.comDiscover
Why "good enough" parenting is better than "perfect"
695. Are you a parent who spends a lot of time criticizing yourself because you’re falling short of being a “perfect” parent? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor describes “good enough” parenting and how being perfect as a parent is not at all what your child needs from you.Project Parenthood is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Dr. Nanika Coor. Have a question for Project Parentho
How to stop the reactivity cycle: mindful parenting for less stress (Reissue)
704. Do you ever feel like you go from "zero to sixty" with your kids before you even realize you're angry? If you find yourself in a constant state of parental stress and "fight-or-flight," you aren't alone—and it isn't your fault.In this episode from March 2024, Dr. Nanika Coor explains why so many of us have underdeveloped "noticing" skills and how that leads to automatic, reactive parenting. S
Understanding PDA: Strategies for your "demand-avoidant" child (Reissue)
678. Does your child have an extreme, almost involuntary need for control? If everyday requests—like putting on shoes or eating breakfast—trigger an immediate fight-or-flight response, you might be parenting a child with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA).In this episode that first ran in June of 2022, Dr. Nanika Coor dives deep into the PDA profile, a specific symptom profile often associated wi
How to transition from one to two kids (Reissue)
The pending arrival of a second child means life is about to change in a major way. In this episode from July 2023, Dr. Nanika Coor offers tips for helping you and your eldest child adjust to this new reality.Project Parenthood is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Dr. Nanika Coor. Have a question for Project Parenthood? Email: parenthood@quickanddirtytips.comDiscover more from P
How to live with fighting siblings (Reissue)
674. Tired of the frustration and angst that can come with raising siblings who are often at each other’s throats? In this episode that originally ran in May 2022, Dr. Nanika Coor explains how to de-escalate sibling conflict and increase sibling collaboration.Project Parenthood is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast, hosted by Dr. Nanika Coor. Have a question for Project Parenthood? Email: p
How should you deal with touchy teenagers? (Resissue)
684. They’re here—the teen years. The old close relationship you once had might now feel bumpy, and you’re not feeling as confident as a parent as you once did. You’re overwhelmed sometimes at how critical, sullen, or withdrawn your teen can sometimes be. Dr. Nanika Coor offers ideas for hanging on to your sanity when dealing with the ups and downs of raising teens. Find a transcript here.Have a p
10 tips for parenting kids with ADHD (Reissue)
650. Parenting kids with ADHD can be a challenge. In this episode, which aired originally in October 2021, Dr. Nanika Coor explains ways that focusing on the quality of the parent-child relationship can not only improve your relationship with your child, but also help them develop the emotional and cognitive skills they’re missing. Find a transcript here.Have a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor a
How to tell your kids you’re getting divorced (Reissue)
673. Getting separated or divorced is stressful enough in itself, but telling the kids about it is a whole other stress ball of wax! In this episode from April 2022, Dr. Nanika Coor offers suggestions for communicating this difficult information to your children.Find a transcript here.Have a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor at parenthood@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 646-926-3243
How to help your child learn good manners (Reissue)
676. Feel like cringing every time you witness another adult waiting in awkward silence for your child to say “Please” or “Thank you”—and it doesn’t happen? Dr. Nanika Coor explains how to handle these unsettling situations and how to help your child develop the ability to use appropriate social behavior at the appropriate times.Find a transcript here.Have a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor at p
Raising multi-racial kids with Dr. Jennifer Noble (Reissue)
706. Should multiracial children have to "choose a side"? Many feel pressured to pick just one identity, but it doesn't have to be that way. Dr. Nanika Coor and psychologist Dr. Jennifer Noble share essential strategies for parents to help their children embrace their full heritage and build a confident, inclusive racial identity.Find a transcript here.Have a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor at
How to listen so your child feels heard (Reissue)
670. Accurately understanding what your child thinks, from their point of view, means putting yourself in their shoes and looking at the world through their eyes. Dr. Nanika Coor explains how the skill of active listening, when practiced, can bolster your child’s well being and deepen the bond between you.Find a transcript here.Have a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor at parenthood@quickanddirtyt
Tips for White parents raising Black children with Abby Hasberry (Reissue)
705. Are you a White parent raising a Black child? Wondering how to talk with them about the realities of race and what that means in the world? Dr. Nanika Coor talks with therapist Abby Hasberry to hear what White parents need to know about raising a Black child to have a healthy racial identity.Find Abby Hasberry on the web:https://www.greenhouseindy.com/abby-hasberryhttps://www.instagram.com/d.
How to ditch your people-pleasing-parenting (Reissue)
758. Instead of reacting with fight, flight, or freeze, some parents respond with fawning, a pattern of people-pleasing and appeasement in the face of conflict. As a fawning parent, you might prioritize maintaining harmony and avoid confrontation, even if it means sacrificing your own needs or values. This can make it difficult to assert boundaries, collaborate, or hold space for your child's emot
Does your child have an eating disorder? (Reissue)
712. Is your child a picky eater or are you dealing with something more serious? Dr. Nanika Coor explains four common eating disorders and how parents can help kids who are struggling with eating disturbances. Find a transcript here.Have a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor at parenthood@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 646-926-3243.Find Project Parenthood on Facebook and Twitter, or
Radically accept the child you have (Reissue)
656. In parenting and in life, you will experience countless challenging and upsetting situations that you just can't change. Radical acceptance can help you cope. Dr. Nanika Coor explains what radical acceptance is, how it can help when parenting gets hard, and 7 steps to putting it into action.Find a transcript here.Have a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor at parenthood@quickanddirtytips.com or
Tips for more connected parenting in the new year (Reissue)
701. Hoping to make some positive change in your parent-child relationship in the new year? Dr. Nanika Coor offers some ways to move toward becoming a more connected parent this year! Find a transcript here.Have a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor at parenthood@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 646-926-3243.Find Project Parenthood on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the Quick and
Should I encourage my family to make New Year’s resolutions?
816. Should you help your family set New Year’s resolutions, or does that pressure do more harm than good? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explores how to approach the new year through the idea of right relationship, offering parents grounded ways to reflect, reset, and grow together without shame, coercion, or perfectionism.Links: www.brooklynparenttherapy.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bkparents/
Connecting to your child with non-violent communication (Reissue)
728. Nonviolent communication, or NVC, is a communication strategy—and also a lens through which you can look at life—that can be used to connect with others and resolve conflict in a respectful and compassionate way.Find a transcript here.Have a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor at parenthood@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 646-926-3243.Find Project Parenthood on Facebook and Twitt
How do you get your kid to take accountability for their mistakes?
815. Why do kids sometimes get defensive, shut down, or lash out after they’ve made a mistake, broken a rule or hurt someone’s feelings? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explains how to compassionately help children notice their impact without shame, while helping them take meaningful steps toward repairing relationship ruptures through the action-based making of amends. Sources:McCloud, C. (2018)
How do you get your kid to speak up for themselves?
814. Is making sure your child isn’t a doormat feel fraught with worry about them being “too aggressive”? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor guides parents through the foundational skills of respectful self-advocacy and how to cultivate them in your child, helping your child move through social challenges with more self-understanding and ease.Related Project Parenthood Episodes:Navigating the "cring
8 ways to help your child develop gratitude and thankfulness (Reissue)
Have you ever felt embarrassed because your child forgot to say "thank you"? This week, Dr. Nanika Coor answers a listener email and gives you 8 tips for helping your child develop gratitude. (Originally published November 21, 2021.)Project Parenthood is hosted by Dr. Nanika Coor.Find a transcript here. Have a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor at parenthood@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicem
Am I failing my child if they need a screen to cope at family gatherings?
813. Does your child’s screen use spark tension when you get together with extended family? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor unpacks why family gatherings can amplify digital-device disagreements and how understanding your child’s needs can help you set boundaries with more clarity and calm. Learn how to protect your child’s unique needs and stay connected when opinions collide.Related Project Par
Why does my kid always push my buttons?
812. In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explains how unresolved relational trauma can fuel a parent's reactive anger, and how understanding your own nervous system can help you respond to your child in more connected, calm, and intentional ways.Sources:https://cptsdfoundation.org/what-is-complex-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-cptsd/ Related Project Parenthood Episodes:How to Manage Your Anger and Fr
Is my ADHD kid deliberately uncooperative and ungrateful?
811. When your ADHD child is struggling, do you worry they’re acting out on purpose? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor unpacks the concept of executive function deficits in young people, and how shifting your perspective from "won't" to "can't" can help you respond to big emotions and challenging routines with more compassion and connection.Related Project Parenthood Episodes:Should you punish your
Why is getting my kids out the door so chaotic?
Do your mornings feel like chaos on repeat? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor guides parents through creating calmer, more connected morning routines - even when executive function challenges, sibling conflict, and real-life pressures make smooth starts feel impossible. Learn practical tools for cooperation, compassion, and ease before your day even gets going.Related Project Parenthood Episodes:ht
Releasing the urge to fix your kids’ problems
809. Why does the urge to intervene feel so overwhelming? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor unpacks the anxiety and external pressures that fuel your need to "fix" your child's life - and how noticing your own internal experience can help you respond with respectful, connected, and liberating presence instead.Find a transcript here.Have a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor at parenthood@quickanddir
How do you get your kids to talk to you?
808. Why does asking about your child's day often result in a frustrating "Fine" or "Nothing"? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor unpacks why kids of all ages sometimes don’t share much, what can lie beneath parent-child conversational disconnection, and how to build micro-rituals that foster more collaborative and connected communication.Find a transcript here.Have a parenting question? Email Dr. C
Why is my child so lazy?
807. Have you ever worried that your child’s “laziness” means they’ll never reach their potential? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explores how internalized messages shape the way you understand motivation, and how you can replace frustration with curiosity and compassion, helping you and your child thrive with more connection and self-trust.Sources:Laziness Does Not Exist By Devon PriceRelated
Why is playing with your child so hard?
806. Why does playing with your child sometimes feel more draining than delightful? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor unpacks why shared play can stir up old wounds from your own upbringing—and how noticing those tender spots can help you respond with more connection, presence, and ease, even when it feels hard. Sources:Raising a Secure Child: How Circle of Security Parenting Can Help You Nurture Y
Is pushing for ‘greatness’ an act of love, or a legacy of oppression?
805. Have you ever worried that wanting your child to be “great” might actually come from oppressive messages you’ve absorbed? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explores how internalized ideas of excellence can show up in parenting, especially for BIPOC folks and parents raising marginalized kids—and offers compassionate reframes to help you nurture your child’s worth and liberation. Find a transcr
How to handle sibling conflict when your PDA child lashes out?
804. Does your PDA (Pervasive Drive for Autonomy) kiddo lash out at their siblings leaving you feeling helpless and stressed? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explains what’s really happening beneath the surface of PDA meltdowns and why they often target siblings. She shares internal practices to steady yourself, external strategies to protect kids, and compassionate ways to reframe these intense
How to raise street smart tweens
802. In this episode Dr. Nanika Coor explores how parents can balance safety and independence as tweens begin traveling to and from school on their own. Learn why this milestone can feel so stressful, what factors influence a child’s readiness, and how to prepare together without resorting to fear or control. Find a transcript here.Have a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor at parenthood@quickanddi
Helping kids handle big feelings, with Dr. Kahlila Robinson
802. In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor and psychologist Dr. Kahlila Robinson tackle the challenging topic of self-regulation for kids. They offer compassionate advice for parents on how to shift from seeing a child's emotional outburst as "misbehavior" to seeing it as a sign they're struggling, and discuss how to use repair moments to strengthen your relationship.Find a full transcript here.Have a
Manage back-to-school stress with this parenting hack
801. In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor guides parents navigate back-to-school stressors with the Heard, Hugged, Helped framework. This episode offers parents a roadmap for decoding their child's needs to respond skillfully, not react regretfully. Discover how to use co-regulation and conscious choices to build trust and connection during tough transitions.Find a full transcript here.Have a parentin
Understanding racial identity in kids, with Dr. Khadijah Cyril
Dr. Nanika Coor welcomes Dr. Khadijah Cyril, a licensed psychologist specializing in children's mental health, to Project Parenthood. Dr. Cyril shares insights on racial and cultural identity development, emphasizing the importance of fostering a positive self-image in children. The conversation covers methodologies like cognitive behavioral therapy, stages of racial identity development from Dr.
Navigating the "cringe": How to parent kids who hate emotions
In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor guides parents through a common and confusing challenge: when kids seem to reject emotional intimacy and vulnerability. Learn about the cultural and social factors that contribute to this "aversion to mushy feelings" and get a "toolkit" of five practical, compassionate strategies. Find out how to model healthy emotional expression, use language that externalizes fe
Disrupting toxic masculinity & raising emotionally open boys
In this episode, Dr. Coor offers guidance for parents raising boys to reject toxic masculinity. Learn how to challenge limiting stereotypes, foster emotional openness, model healthy behavior, and navigate external pressures so you can raise sons who embrace authentic and compassionate expressions of masculinity.Find a full transcript here.Have a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor at parenthood@qui
Connection is protection: why social wellness matters for families
In this episode of Project Parenthood, Dr. Nanika Coor explains how strong social connections—to ourselves, our families, and our communities—act as a protective shield for our mental health. Learn practical ways to boost your family's resilience and well-being, especially if you're part of a marginalized community.Find a full transcript here.Have a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor at parenthood
Disability Pride: Parenting for a fully inclusive world
In this episode Dr. Nanika Coor celebrates Disability Pride Month, diving into what it can truly mean for your family. Discover practical ways to unlearn old narratives about disability, embrace every unique mind and body, and become a co-conspirator in building a truly inclusive world starting at home. This episode will help you foster deeper connection, understanding, and liberation for all.Sour
Dr. Coor is back!: Parenting for collective healing and liberation
Dr. Nanika Coor returns to Project Parenthood with new episodes! Get ready for a deepened commitment to conversations that matter, centered on building a supportive community, promoting collective healing, and embracing liberation in parenting.Transcript: https://project-parenthood.simplecast.com/episodes/dr-cooris-back-parenting-for-collective-healing-and-liberation/transcriptHave a parenting que
Ditch roadblocks, build connections: unlocking effective communication with your child (Encore)
In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explores common communication roadblocks that parents often fall prey to and offers tips for building stronger connections with your children by listening more deeply. This in an encore of an episode that originally aired on January 8, 2024, and hosted by Dr. Nanika Coor.Transcript: https://project-parenthood.simplecast.com/episodes/ditch-roadblocks-build-connectio
7 ways to help your child build self-advocacy skills (Encore)
When your child fully understands their own diagnoses it not only means they can more easily explain their challenges to friends and family, but it also empowers them to ask for what they need at school. Today I’m talking about helping your child build those self-advocacy skills while they're young so they have lots of opportunities to practice and gain self-confidence in asking for support once t
Repairing the break: How to fix things with your kid (Encore)
Feeling disconnected from your child after a fight? You're not alone! In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explores why repairing those ruptures is key, tackles the hidden hurdles parents face, and offers a step-by-step guide to reconnect and build a stronger bond with your child. This in an encore of an episode that originally aired on April 15, 2024, and hosted by Dr. Nanika Coor.Transcript: https:/
How to thrive as an LGBTQIA+ parent (Encore)
In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor shares ways that LGBTQIA+ parents can help their kids thrive while facing unique challenges.This in an encore of an episode that originally aired on June 12, 2023, and hosted by Dr. Nanika Coor.Transcript: https://project-parenthood.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-thrive-as-an-lgbtqia-parent-encore/transcriptHave a parenting question? Email Dr. Coor at parenthood@qu
How to talk to kids about Juneteenth and the fight for equality (Encore)
In this encore episode of the podcast, we revisit an episode from 2023 where Dr. Nanika Coor shared tips for talking to kids about the ways that the Black Freedom Movement—from the abolitionist movement in the 1800s to the Black Power Movement in the 1960s and 1970s—inspired many future movements—including the LGBTQIA+ liberation movement. The theme for NYC Pride Month that year was “Strength in S
How to encourage your child's healthy body image (Encore)
What can you do when you’re worried about your child’s weight? How does a parent avoid passing down intergenerational patterns of body shaming? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor responds to a parent who is struggling to support their child’s healthy body image.Transcript: https://project-parenthood.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-encourage-your-childs-healthy-body-image-encore/transcriptProject Pare
Dr. Nanika Coor gives tips for helping your child when they’re being bullied. (Encore)
Dr. Coor returns to live episodes next week! On today's show, as kids are growing up and learning to be social beings, they’ll encounter both joyful and challenging situations. There will be misunderstandings and hurt feelings right alongside super fun, warm and fuzzy kid to kid interactions. All of this is just normal kid stuff! But things can become more complicated and more serious when bullyin
5 ways to encourage a self-directed summer (Encore)
School’s just about out for the summer - now what? Many parents will have signed their kids up for numerous camps and enrichment experiences by now, making sure that they won’t have to hear the dreaded “I’m bored!” refrain repeated endlessly. That makes sense since kids are often passive receivers - of entertainment that both their technology and many toys that are made for children provide. They
Breaking the cycle of parental anger and emotional reactivity (Encore)
No matter how chill you or your child is, at some point you’re going to get very angry about something your child has said or done. Nanika explains how to manage everyday anger as a parent and how to know if your anger has become problematic.Have a parenting question? Email us at parenthood@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 646-926-3243.Find Project Parenthood on Facebook and Twitter,
Brain boosters: Powering up your child's executive functioning (Encore)
When you learn that your child has executive functioning deficits that need strengthening, it can feel confusing and overwhelming. How do you know when your child’s lagging EF skills are getting in the way? Nanika explains what executive functioning is and everyday fun and useful ways to help your child improve their capacities to think before acting.Have a parenting question? Email us at parentho
How to be a supportive sports parent... without going overboard (Encore)
Have you become overly involved in your child’s sports participation to the point where it might be veering into being disruptive and unhealthy? In this episode, Nanika talks about healthy ways to support your child’s participation in sports. Have a parenting question? Email us at parenthood@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 646-926-3243.Find Project Parenthood on Facebook and Twitter
How autism is different for girls and women (Encore)
Happy Autism Acceptance Month! Did you know that many people’s idea of autism is that it only occurs in boys—who don’t make eye contact, who are obsessed with cars or trains, and who have superior intelligence? While that does describe some autistic people, it leaves out the wide range of experiences in the autism continuum. In this episode, Nanika talks about the regularity with which autism goes
How to take responsibility for your parent-child relationship (Encore)
When you are feeling frustrated, disappointed, or even perhaps dismayed by the relationship between you and your child, it’s common to see them and their behavior as the cause of your distress. In this episode, Nanika talks about improving your parent-child relationship by turning the spotlight on yourself. Have a parenting question? Email us at parenthood@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemai
Connecting to your child with The Five Secrets of Effective Communication (Encore)
Nanika gives tips for using The Five Secrets of Effective Communication to increase connection and trust in your relationship with your child.Have a parenting question? Email us at parenthood@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 646-926-3243.Find Project Parenthood on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the Quick and Dirty Tips newsletter for more tips and advice.Project Parenthood is a
Motivate, don’t manipulate: How to get kids to want to change (Encore)
When you’re hoping your child will change their behavior for the better, it can be easy to double down on nagging, pleading, and lecturing your child in an effort to convince your child to see things the way you see things. Unfortunately, you might notice that this doesn’t get you very far. The more you push, the more resistant and defensive your child becomes! Nanika offers some tips for encourag
The dangers of perfectionist parenting & how to cultivate self-compassion (Encore)
Are you a parent dealing with an overwhelming fear of failure and not-good-enough-ness? If so, you might be struggling with perfectionism. In this episode, Nanika explores the challenges of being a perfectionist parent, how it can impact both you and your child, and ideas for creating a less perfectionistic environment within which your child can thrive. Have a parenting question? Email us at pare
Raising empathetic kids: The right way to teach accountability (Encore)
In an effort to make sure your child understands that they need to be accountable for their behavior, you might be in the habit of telling your child that they must apologize to you or others. In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explains why forcing your child to parrot I’m-sorrys may not help them develop true remorse. Have a parenting question? Email us at parenthood@quickanddirtytips.com or leave
Understanding your child’s temperament: Tips for success & less stress (Encore)
Understanding how your particular child’s temperament interacts with their environment—and you are your child’s environment—helps you set them up for success and increases opportunities for positive interactions. In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explains how leaning into your child’s temperament can help you lower resistance and increase calm and cooperation.Have a parenting question? Email us at
Self-care for parents: How mindfulness helps you co-parent effectively (Encore)
Sometimes the things that you find difficult to do for your child are even harder to do for yourself. In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor talks about ways to help your child develop emotional regulation by working on your own, using self-compassion.Have a parenting question? Email us at parenthood@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 646-926-3243.Find Project Parenthood on Facebook and Twitt
Understanding neurodiversity and supporting your child’s unique strengths (Encore)
Are you raising a child with neuro-differences? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor offers some ways to be a more neurodiversity-affirming parent.Have a parenting question? Email us at parenthood@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 646-926-3243.Find Project Parenthood on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the Quick and Dirty Tips newsletter for more tips and advice.Project Parenthood is
Raising kind and considerate kids through respectful parenting (Encore)
Feel like cringing every time you witness another adult waiting in awkward silence for your child to say “Please” or “Thank you”—and it doesn’t happen? Dr. Nanika Coor explains how to handle these unsettling situations and how to help your child develop the ability to use appropriate social behavior at the appropriate times.Project Parenthood is hosted by Dr. Nanika Coor. A transcript is available
How to handle sibling conflict & foster a peaceful home (Encore)
Tired of the frustration and angst that can come with raising siblings who are often at each other’s throats? Dr. Nanika Coor explains how to de-escalate sibling conflict and increase sibling collaboration. Have a parenting question? Email us at parenthood@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 646-926-3243.Find Project Parenthood on Facebook and Twitter, or subscribe to the Quick and Dirty
Parenting without punishments: 10 ways to encourage cooperation respectfully (Encore)
Gaining your child's cooperation can be challenging, to say the least. It's no wonder that parents try to control their children's behavior using rewards, threats, and punishments. But while these strategies may seem to work in the short term, they're not the most effective way to teach your child the values and rules of your home and your community. In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor gives you 10 a
The art of parental self-care: Setting boundaries and managing expectations
In her farewell episode, host Chelsea discusses the vital importance of self-care for parents. She shares personal insights about managing commitments, letting go of the "superhero parent" mindset, and setting realistic boundaries. Drawing from her own experience of stepping down from hosting duties, Chelsea emphasizes how prioritizing self-care not only benefits parents but also models healthy be
Age-appropriate hygiene tips with Dr. Ana of The Pedi Pals
Dr. Ana, pediatrician and co-founder of Pedi Pals, joins the show to talk about creating healthy hygiene routines for kids aged 3 to 7. From teaching independence to managing early body odor, she shares practical tips to help parents tackle common challenges. For more from Dr. Ana and The Pedi Pals, follow them using the links below!InstagramFacebookTikTokWebsiteProject Parenthood is hosted by Che
Parenting as a team sport: Building resilient families with Rob Price
Rob Price joins the show to share insights from his extensive experience with youth enrichment programs like School of Rock, i9 Sports, and Nike Sports Camps. They explores the vital balance between building confidence and competence in children, emphasizing the importance of creating supportive communities where kids can thrive.Project Parenthood is hosted by Chelsea Dorcich. A transcript is avai
"One and Only": Celebrating only children and diverse families with Dominika Dvorzhak
Author Dominika Dvorzhak joins Chelsea to discuss her debut children's book, One and Only, inspired by her experiences as an only child and a mother to one. They dive into the societal stereotypes surrounding only children, the importance of representation in children's literature, and fostering empathy and understanding in family dynamics. Dominika shares her heartfelt mission to celebrate indivi
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Kick off the new year with intention and purpose! In this episode, Chelsea discusses how to shift away from traditional resolutions toward a more values-driven approach. She shares practical strategies for setting meaningful goals, breaking them into manageable actions, and cultivating daily intentions to foster growth in parenting, relationships, and personal well-being.Project Parenthood is host
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