The Whinypaluza Podcast

Parenthood is an adventure! The joys, the frustration, the laughter, and the tears- we all find unique and universal challenges as parents. When one issue resolves, another is waiting in the wings. Our jobs as parents are truly never done. It really is the toughest job you will ever love. The Whinypaluza Podcast is all about inspiring adventures in parenting! Rebecca Greene, LCSW-R and Top 100 Mommy Blogger puts her experience and education in psychology and social work to the test while she shares insightful thoughts on marriage, stay-at-home life, and keeping three energetic kids safe and happy.On the show, you will hear from bloggers, parenting experts, marriage experts and more as they shed light on tips and tricks to make life with your family better than ever! Find solutions to questions you have and questions you never thought to ask. Whether you are a parenting novice or parenting pro, you are sure to find a valuable source of information and support in the Whinypaluza comm

The Whinypaluza Podcast is a kids podcast hosted by Rebecca Greene, with 572 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.

Rebecca Greene hosts The Whinypaluza Podcast, a kids show with 572 episodes published.

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  Episode #574

  Episode 574: What I Brought Home from Vacation besides Laundry

  Aug 19, 202627 minS6

  If you have ever returned home needing a vacation from your vacation, Rebecca and Seth Greene understand completely. In this episode of Whinypaluza Wednesday, Rebecca shares what she brought home from a long-awaited multigenerational family vacation besides several loads of laundry. After years of dreaming about traveling with her parents, brother, sister-in-law, nieces, husband, and children, Rebecca finally helped make it happen. The trip included college tours, jet skiing, dolphins, jellyfish, a boat ride Rebecca probably should not have taken without Dramamine, and the joy of seeing all 12 family members gathered around the same dinner table. Not everything went according to plan. The hotel room was too small, there were not enough beds, the pool was indoors, traffic added an unexpected hour to the drive, and Rebecca became seasick. But those imperfect moments helped her recognize how much pressure she places on herself to make everything perfect. Rebecca and Seth discuss why families need to plan around their real needs, why mothers must take care of themselves as carefully as they care for everyone else, and why being together matters more than creating a flawless itinerary. In this episode, you will learn: ✓ Why you must stop talking about the memories you want to create and start making them happen. ✓ How planning around your family’s actual needs can make traveling more enjoyable for everyone. ✓ Why mothers should prepare for their own comfort and health, not only their children’s. ✓ How the pressure to create a perfect vacation can prevent you from enjoying the experience. ✓ Why connection, flexibility, and time together matter more than the hotel, schedule, or destination. The laundry eventually gets washed. The imperfect hotel room becomes a funny story. What stays with you are the memories, the laughter, and the people who were sitting around the table. Listen to What I Brought Home From Vacation Besides Laundry on The Whinypaluza Podcast. Please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with another parent who could use the reminder that family memories do not have to be perfect to be meaningful. Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-whinypaluza-podcast/id1534167756

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  Episode #573

  Episode 573: Helping Neurodiverse and Marginalized Children Thrive

  Aug 14, 202645 minS6

  A child who melts down, shuts down, or resists expectations may not be misbehaving. Their nervous system may simply be overwhelmed. Rebecca Greene welcomes Dr. Niki Elliott, clinical professor and director of the Center for Embodied Equity and Neurodiversity at the University of San Diego, for a powerful conversation about helping neurodiverse and marginalized children thrive. They discuss sensory differences within families, why children may mask all day and unravel at home, and how parents can become an anchored presence rather than escalating alongside their children. Dr. Elliott also explains why children need agency, dignity, and adults who recognize the needs behind their behavior. You Will Learn ✓ Why neurodiverse children may melt down after masking all day. ✓ How sensory differences can create conflict between parents and children. ✓ Why parents must understand their own triggers and nervous systems. ✓ How an anchored adult helps a child feel safe and regulate. ✓ Why families need an informed and supportive community. Connect With Dr. Niki Elliott Visit https://nikielliott.com to learn more about Dr. Elliott, her programs, and Heart-Centered Connection: 7 Essential Skills for Helping Neurodiverse and Marginalized Children Thrive . Preorder the book through Amazon or Barnes & Noble. Organizations interested in book clubs or bulk purchases can visit https://www.porchlightbooks.com . Listen, follow, and share The Whinypaluza Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-whinypaluza-podcast/id1534167756

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  The Whinypaluza Podcast

  Bonus: Positive Thinking Muscle

  Aug 12, 202621 min

  Build Your Positive Thinking Muscle While Rebecca and her family are enjoying some well-earned vacation time, we wanted to share an episode originally released in 2022. Four years later, its message about strengthening your positive thinking muscle remains just as relevant and needed today. Positive thinking does not mean pretending everything is wonderful or pressuring yourself to feel happy all the time. It means recognizing negative thought patterns, processing difficult emotions, and intentionally guiding yourself toward a healthier perspective. In this Whinypaluza Wednesday replay, Rebecca Greene and her family share practical ways to strengthen your positive thinking muscle. Rebecca explains why awareness is the first step toward change, how self-care affects your mindset, and why the way you speak to yourself matters. Like any muscle, positive thinking becomes stronger and more natural with consistent practice. In this episode: ✓ Why positive thinking should never become pressure to feel happy all the time. ✓ How to recognize negative thoughts before they take control. ✓ Why talking, journaling, praying, or doing a brain dump can help release emotional weight. ✓ How to become your own friend and change the way you speak to yourself. ✓ Why practicing healthier thoughts consistently makes them easier to access. Listen to this encouraging replay and discover how small, daily shifts can help you move out of a negative place and build a healthier, more resilient mindset. Listen to The Whinypaluza Podcast : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-whinypaluza-podcast/id1534167756 Remember to like, follow, and share the podcast with another parent who could use this reminder.

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  Episode #571

  Episode 571: What Every College Parent and Student Needs to Know

  Aug 7, 202647 minS6

  Sending a child to college changes parenting overnight. Parents want to stay involved, but college students need room to advocate for themselves, make decisions, handle conflict, and ask for help. In this episode of The Whinypaluza Podcast, Rebecca Greene welcomes her special friend Kate Burrow, a higher education professional with more than 20 years of experience working with college students. Kate also helped Rebecca navigate Max’s first year of college, making this conversation especially personal. Kate offers honest, practical advice about college move-in day, homesickness, academic expectations, roommate problems, campus resources, career exploration, internships, and the difficult transition from managing a child’s life to supporting a young adult. Listeners will learn: ✓ Why students who struggled in high school may be better prepared to persist in college. ✓ How parents can support their college students without immediately stepping in and taking over. ✓ What to say when a student calls home and says, “I hate it here.” ✓ Why “optional” tutoring, study sessions, and review classes should rarely be treated as optional. ✓ How communication, practical life skills, and asking for help can determine whether a college student struggles or thrives. Kate also reminds parents that an uncomfortable experience is not necessarily an unsafe one. College students need the confidence to handle hard moments, use available resources, communicate with roommates, and solve problems while knowing that their families remain firmly in their corner. Listen to The Whinypaluza Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-whinypaluza-podcast/id1534167756 Please like, follow, and share the podcast with another parent preparing for the college years. About Kate Burrow Kate Burrow holds a Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration and has more than 20 years of experience working with college students at colleges and universities across the country. She has taught numerous career and major exploration courses, as well as college success courses designed to help students navigate academic and personal transitions. Kate has also earned a certificate in Leadership Coaching and is currently learning to become a Proactive Conversations conflict management communication facilitator. She is a wife, a mother of two, and enjoys reading, attending theater events, and arts and crafts.

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  Episode #570

  Episode 570: Summertime Mom Mode

  Aug 5, 202625 minS6

  Summer can be joyful, chaotic, and surprisingly difficult for working moms. The children are home, schedules constantly change, the house is rarely quiet, and getting through a simple workday can feel nearly impossible. In this Whinypaluza Wednesday episode, host Rebecca Greene and her husband, Seth Greene, share an honest and funny conversation about “summertime mom mode.” Rebecca explains why doing less during the summer does not mean you are failing. It may mean you are choosing connection, sunshine, friendship, and memories over an impossible standard of productivity. Rebecca and Seth discuss making time for outdoor breaks, planning vacations and social activities, trying summer hobbies, protecting personal time, and giving yourself permission to serve an easy dinner and leave the laundry for a rainy day. In this episode: ✓ Why being less productive during the summer does not make you lazy. ✓ How working parents can create small opportunities to enjoy the season. ✓ Why you should schedule the activities you keep talking about doing. ✓ How lowering expectations around meals, chores, and the perfect house creates room for connection. ✓ Why moms may need more personal time when family demands increase. Listen to The Whinypaluza Podcast : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-whinypaluza-podcast/id1534167756 Remember to like, follow, and share this episode with another mom who is deep in summertime mom mode.

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