That's Good Parenting: Expert Tips to Reduce Parenting Stress

Parenting stress, child development, confident kids, and strong family relationships all start with effective parent-child communication, emotional support, and practical tools to treduce overwhelm, anxiety, and frustration. “That’s Good Parenting” is your trusted family resource for simple, expert-backed strategies that help busy parents navigate the challenges of raising resilient, happy children while building deeper connection and harmony at home. Whether you’re dealing with exhaustion, guilt, or feeling stuck, you’ll find guidance from family experts, proven methods for fostering growth and resiliency, and actionable steps to create more “good parent” moments so you can confidently guide your kids and nurture a thriving family environment. Join host Dori Durbin - children's book illustrator, book coach, ghostwriter, former high school teacher, and happily married Christian mom of two young adults- as she searches alongside you

That's Good Parenting: Expert Tips to Reduce Parenting Stress is a kids podcast hosted by Dori Durbin, with 165 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Dori Durbin hosts That's Good Parenting: Expert Tips to Reduce Parenting Stress, a kids show with 165 episodes published.

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  Episode #164

  Tired of Repeating Yourself? How Consistency Can Reduce Parenting Power Struggles | Dr. Lindsay Emerson, EP 164

  Aug 17, 202647 minS3

  Send us Fan Mail What if understanding why your child isn’t listening could make everyday parenting feel a little easier? In this episode of That’s Good Parenting , Dori Durbin talks with Dr. Lindsay Emerson, clinical psychologist, mom of four, and founder of Parenting With Psychology, about how psychology can help parents feel more confident, reduce everyday power struggles, and respond to difficult behavior with more clarity. Lindsay shares her practical framework, the Five C’s to Amazing Parenting : • Communication • Consistency • Choices & Checkpoints • Consequences • Check Yourself Together, Dori and Lindsay explore: • Why consistency helps children trust and respond to a parent’s words • How transition warnings can make leaving the playground, bedtime, and other changes easier • Why young children may not yet have the brain development to regulate emotions or take another person’s perspective • How giving appropriate choices can build cooperation without giving away parental leadership • Why “all feelings are welcome, but not all behaviors are” can help parents hold boundaries with empathy Lindsay also reminds parents that a child who appears to be “giving you a hard time” may actually be having a hard time . Understanding what a child’s developing brain is capable of can completely change the way a parent interprets behavior and make it easier to respond with support, structure, and consistency. About Dr. Lindsay Emerson Dr. Lindsay Emerson is a clinical psychologist, mom of four, and founder of Parenting With Psychology. Her work helps parents bring decades of psychology research into everyday parenting in a practical, organized way. Through her Five C’s framework, she helps parents build stronger relationships, reduce power struggles, understand child development, and feel more confident about how they want to parent. Connect with Dr. Lindsay Emerson Website: https://drlindseyemerson.com Instagram & TikTok: @drlindseyemerson Free Workshop: https://drlindseyemerson.com/workshop About Dori Durbin Dori Durbin is a children’s book illustrator, book coach, and host of the That’s Good Parenting podcast. She helps parenting experts and family-focused professionals kid-size their big concepts into children’s books so families can continue learning important expert content long after a podcast episode, coaching session, or conversation ends. https://www.doridurbin.com Would you like to help shape future resources for kids and families? The That’s Good Parenting Club is completely free and gives you a behind-the-scenes opportunity to participate as children’s books and parenting resources are being developed. You may be invited to share your opinion on story ideas, concepts, characters, titles, covers, illustrations, reader reactions, and other decisions before publication. Join and participate for free: https://club.thatsgoodparenting.com/club Intro for TDP (version 2)

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  Episode #163

  Is It Laziness—or Executive Function? How to Help Kids With Focus, Organization, and Follow-Through With Carrie Bonnett, EP 163

  Aug 10, 202640 minS3

  Send us Fan Mail What if your child isn’t being lazy or difficult…but is struggling with a brain skill that still needs to be taught? In this episode of That’s Good Parenting , Dori Durbin talks with Carrie Bonnett, veteran teacher and Executive Function coach, about the brain skills kids use to get important things done—and why understanding those skills can completely change the way adults respond when children struggle. Carrie explains executive function in wonderfully simple terms: these are the brain skills behind things like planning, organization, time management, focus, self-monitoring, impulse control, and getting started. And importantly, these are skills that can be taught. Together, Dori and Carrie explore: • Why behavior that looks lazy, resistant, or defiant may actually signal a lagging executive-function skill • How breaking big tasks into smaller “chunks” can reduce overwhelm • Why analog clocks can help children actually see time passing • How visual checklists can make invisible expectations easier to manage • Why “I notice…” can open a more helpful conversation than criticism Carrie shows parents and professionals how to bring those things into view with practical supports children can actually use. If you’ve ever wondered why your child seems perfectly capable of doing something—and yet somehow still can’t get started, stay organized, or follow through—this conversation may help you see the struggle very differently. About Carrie Bonnett Carrie Bonnett is a veteran teacher, lifelong list-maker, and Executive Function coach based in Bend, Oregon. She works with students and families around the country using a practical, no-shame, brain-first approach that empowers students to thrive, helps parents and teachers better support them, and gives adults practical tools for managing everything life requires. In addition to coaching, Carrie creates digital resources, including her signature course Get the Brain on Board and a series of No-Shame Guides for Parents. She also provides brain-based workshops and trainings for parents, teachers, and other professionals. Carrie is also an adjunct instructor at the University of Portland, where she supports early-career teachers. Connect with Carrie Website: https://www.carriebonnett.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachcarriebonnett/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachcarriebonnett LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-bonnett Free Resource https://www.carriebonnett.com/toolkit About Dori Durbin Dori Durbin is a children’s book illustrator, book coach, and host of the That’s Good Parenting podcast. She helps parenting experts and family-focused professionals kid-size their big concepts into children’s books so families can continue learning important expert content long after a podcast episode, coaching session, or conversation ends. https://www.doridurbin.com Would you like to help shape future resources for kids and families? The That’s Good Parenting Club is completely free and gives you a behind-the-scenes opportunity to participate as children’s books and parenting resources are being developed. You may be invited to share your opinion on story ideas, concepts, characters, titles, covers, illustrations, reader reactions, and other decisions before publication. Join and participate for free: https://club.thatsgoodparenting.com/club Intro for TDP (version 2)

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  Episode #162

  Why Do I Keep Having the Same Arguments With My Child? The Parenting Patterns Behind the Conflict with Latiffe Ghanem, EP 162

  Aug 3, 202638 minS3

  Send us Fan Mail What if the parenting battle isn't really about your child? Every parent wants a peaceful home, yet many of us find ourselves having the same arguments over and over again. We tell ourselves that next time we'll stay calmer or respond differently and yet somehow we end up right back in the same cycle. What if the problem isn't the argument itself... but it was the pattern behind it? In this conversation, conscious parenting and trauma-informed life coach Latiffe Ghanem shares how an unexpected career change and her own personal growth journey transformed the way she understands parenting. Rather than focusing on changing children's behavior first, she helps parents recognize the patterns they've carried into parenthood so they can respond with greater awareness, confidence, and connection. Together, Dori and Lati explore: • Why parents often repeat the same conflicts in different forms • How childhood experiences shape the way we respond to our children • Why self-awareness is one of the greatest gifts we can give our families • The difference between trying to win an argument and guiding a child through it • How giving yourself grace makes it easier to extend grace to your child If you've ever felt exhausted by repeating the same parenting struggles, this episode offers hope, practical insight, and the reminder that lasting change begins with understanding yourself. About Latiffe Ghanem: Latiffe (Lati) Ghanem is a conscious parenting and trauma-informed life coach and the founder of Living in Progress . After spending more than 15 years in executive communications, an unexpected career transition led her to discover conscious parenting through Dr. Shefali Tsabary's coaching program. Today, Lati helps overwhelmed moms break free from recurring power struggles by identifying the emotional patterns driving their reactions. Through her coaching, she teaches parents how to regulate their own nervous systems, build healthier relationships with their children, and create calmer, more connected homes. Her signature eight-week coaching program, Breaking the Power Struggle , helps mothers move beyond guilt, perfectionism, and overwhelm so they can parent with greater confidence and compassion. Connect with Latiffe: Website: https://www.livinginprogress.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingin_progress About Dori Durbin Dori Durbin is a children's book illustrator, book coach, and host of the That's Good Parenting podcast. She helps parenting experts transform their life-changing ideas into children's books that help kids understand big emotions, build resilience, and strengthen family relationships through story. Through her podcast, books, and coaching, Dori shares practical tools that reduce parenting stress and help families raise confident, emotionally healthy children. Connect with Dori Website: https://www.doridurbin.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dori_durbin Join the That's Good Parenting Club Join the That's Good Parenting Club for parenting resources, behind-the-scenes children's book development, early releases, and opportunities to help shape future books before they're published. https://club.thatsgoodparenting.com/club Intro for TDP (version 2)

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  That's Good Parenting: Expert Tips to Reduce Parenting Stress

  Your Child Doesn't Need a Perfect Parent: How to Build Confidence Without Having All the Answers with Alyssa Smith, EP161

  Jul 27, 202637 min

  Send us Fan Mail What if your child doesn't need you to have all the answers? Parents often feel pressure to stay calm, fix problems quickly, and make sure nothing goes wrong. But what if the act of parents giving "the answers" all the time actually keeps our children from developing the skills themselves? In this conversation, parent coach and executive function specialist Alyssa Smith shares how one of the hardest seasons of her own life transformed the way she parents. After experiencing tremendous personal loss and change, she discovered that children don't need perfect parents. But they do need honest, connected ones who are willing to solve problems with them instead of for them. Together, Dori and Alyssa explore: • Why vulnerability can strengthen your relationship with your child • The surprising message behind parental resentment • How to move from fixing problems to coaching through them • Why connection should come before routines and systems • One simple question that helps children build confidence one decision at a time If you've ever wondered whether you have to hold everything together for your family, this episode offers a freeing reminder: your child doesn't need perfection. They need your partnership. About Alyssa Smith Alyssa Smith, M.Ed., is a parent coach, educator, and former Montessori and international school teacher with more than 17 years of experience helping children and families thrive. She specializes in helping parents of school-aged children raise resilient, independent kids with more calm, confidence, and connection—and less over-functioning. Drawing on her background in education, psychology, Montessori principles, inquiry-based learning, and Positive Discipline, Alyssa equips parents with practical tools to step back so their children can step up. Her coaching emphasizes child agency, emotional resilience, executive functioning, and stronger family relationships without relying on guilt, shame, or perfection. As a mom of two, Alyssa understands the realities of everyday parenting and is passionate about helping families move from stress and power struggles to collaboration, confidence, and lasting connection. Find Alyssa Website: https://www.alyssasmithcoaching.com Email: hello@alyssasmithcoaching.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/SameTeamFamilies LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssasmithcoaching/ Facebook: https://www.alyssasmithcoaching.com Free Parenting Resources: https://www.alyssasmithcoaching.com/resources About Dori Durbin Dori Durbin is a children's book illustrator, book coach, and host of the That's Good Parenting podcast. She helps parents and family-focused professionals transform life-changing ideas into children's books that help kids understand big emotions, build resilience, and strengthen family connection through story. Through her podcast, books, and coaching, Dori shares practical tools that reduce parenting stress and help families raise confident, emotionally healthy children. Connect with Dori Website: https://www.doridurbin.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dori_durbin Join the That's Good Parenting Club Join the That's Good Parenting Club for parenting resources, behind-the-scenes book content, early releases, and encouragement to help your family thrive. https://club.thatsgoodparenting.com/club Intro for TDP (version 2)

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  Episode #160

  What Doctors Notice Before You Even Ask a Question | Dr. Emily Boss on Helping Parents Make Better Healthcare Decisions, EP 160

  Jul 20, 202640 minS3

  Send us Fan Mail Before your child's doctor says a single word, they've already noticed something important. It isn't your child's symptoms. It isn't your insurance. It's often whether you've already made up your mind. In this episode of That's Good Parenting , Dori Durbin chats with pediatric ENT surgeon Dr. Emily Boss to discuss one of the biggest challenges families face during medical appointments: making confident healthcare decisions when emotions, online research, and outside opinions are already shaping the conversation. Dr. Boss explains why many parents arrive at appointments believing they already know the best treatment. She also shares how doctors can better support families through shared decision-making, helping parents move from uncertainty and pressure to confidence and clarity. Whether your child is dealing with enlarged tonsils, chronic ear infections, snoring, or another medical concern, this episode will help you approach your next doctor's appointment feeling informed, prepared, and empowered. In This Episode You'll Learn What doctors notice before the conversation even begins Why parents often arrive with a treatment already in mind How shared decision-making leads to better healthcare outcomes Questions that help parents make informed medical decisions How to reduce decision stress and feel more confident during appointments Practical ways to become a stronger advocate for your child's health About Dr. Emily Boss Dr. Emily Boss is a pediatric ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgeon, researcher, and nationally recognized leader in shared decision-making. She helps physicians and families work together to make informed healthcare decisions that reflect each child's unique needs and each family's values. Through her clinical practice and research, Dr. Boss is passionate about improving communication between parents and healthcare providers so families feel supported—not pressured—when making important medical decisions. Connect with Dr. Emily Boss Website: http://dremilyboss.com Freebie: https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#search/forms%2C+emily+boss/FMfcgzQgMgQFBZGklrrsRqRtdLfJJZlc?projector=1&messagePartId=0.1 About Dori Durbin Dori Durbin is a children's book illustrator, book coach, and host of the That's Good Parenting podcast. She helps parents and family-focused professionals transform life-changing ideas into children's books that help kids understand big emotions, build resilience, and strengthen family connection through story. Through her podcast, books, and coaching, Dori shares practical tools that reduce parenting stress and help families raise confident, emotionally healthy children. Connect with Dori Website: https://www.doridurbin.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dori_durbin Join the That's Good Parenting Club Join the That's Good Parenting Club for parenting resources, behind-the-scenes book content, early releases, and encouragement to help your family thrive. https://club.thatsgoodparenting.com/club Intro for TDP (version 2)

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