Parenting With Psychology

Dr. Lindsay Emmerson
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Ever wished you had a supportive and helpful parenting coach whispering tips in your ear during those trickiest parenting moments? Look no further! Welcome to Parenting With Psychology, the ultimate podcast hosted by Dr. Lindsay Emmerson, a clinical psychologist and devoted mother of four. Dr. Lindsay's expertise lies in transforming core psychology principles into actionable parenting tips, designed to simplify your days and create a happier family life. Join us weekly to embrace intentional parenting and discover why countless busy and overwhelmed parents turn to Dr. Lindsay for guidance on raising children of all ages. Gain inspiration from Dr. Lindsay's 5 C's to amazing parenting framework and receive a new, actionable psychology-based parenting tool each week, providing invaluable guidance on your remarkable parenting journey. So, if you're craving bite-sized nuggets of parenting gold, mark your calendars for every Thursday and follow Parenting With Psychology for the support you need in nurturing your children and fostering strong family bonds.

  1. 1 day ago

    3 Critical Things Every New Parent Should Know

    ✨ 🔗 Want proven strategies to build secure attachment from a child psychologist? Register for the free workshop → https://www.drlindsayemmerson.com/workshop   As a clinical psychologist who works with hundreds of families every day, I've seen one pattern clearly: the first year of your baby's life is the most critical window for building secure attachment baby — the foundation that shapes their brain, their relationships, and their resilience for decades. And most new parents are focused on entirely the wrong things.   This episode breaks down the 3 most critical things every new parent should focus on in the first 12 months — not the apps, not the gear. The things that actually wire your baby's brain for a secure, confident, connected life.   In this episode:  → Why the first 12 months create a foundation that shapes everything that comes after → The difference between a schedule and a rhythm — and why it matters for your baby's nervous system → How reading cues is the direct pathway to secure attachment (not just a communication skill) → The one thing most parenting books skip entirely — and why it might be the most important of all → What "regulated enough" actually means — and why perfection isn't the standard   💬 Comment GROUNDED below if this gave you a sense of calm in the chaos of early parenting.   #securebaby #newparenttips #secureattachment #babydevelopment #parentingadvice New to my podcast?  I'm Dr. Lindsay Emmerson, a clinical psychologist and Mom of 4, and I help parents find that sweet spot between support and structure that psychology research tells us is best for families now and best for our kids in the future. ------------------------------------------- Let's connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlindsayemmerson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlindsayemmerson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@drlindsayemmerson ------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: The advice provided on my channel is different from therapy and does not substitute for professional psychological treatment or other types of professional advice or intervention.  Never disregard the advice of a medical professional or postpone seeking professional medical advice related to anything you hear on this channel.   If you or your child have concerns or need further parenting or personal support, please contact a physician or other qualified local health professional. 00:00 – 01:14 | Introduction 01:14 – 03:04 | The Difference Between A Schedule And What Your Baby Actually Needs 03:04 – 05:45 | The Skill That Builds Secure Attachment Without Being Perfect 05:45 – 07:57 | The Thing Most Parenting Books Leave Out 07:57 – 10:13 | What This Builds Toward

    11 min

  2. 24 Jun

    5 Ways to Respond When Your Toddler Hits Another Child

    ✨ Want proven strategies for child hitting and beyond from a child psychologist? Register for the free workshop → https://www.drlindsayemmerson.com/workshop When your toddler hits another child — at a playdate, at preschool, with a sibling — the stakes feel completely different than when they hit you. Parents are managing three relationships at once: their child, the child who got hit, and the other parent watching it all unfold. The instincts most parents reach for in that moment are understandable — but most of them miss the teaching opportunity entirely. Toddler aggression toward other children is one of the most socially pressured parenting moments you'll face. This video breaks down the five ways parents most commonly respond, which ones backfire, and the one response that actually teaches your toddler what to do instead. Research confirms that children in the preoperational stage (ages 2–7) are still developing the impulse control and perspective-taking skills needed to navigate peer conflict — meaning they need specific, in-the-moment guidance, not just punishment (Piaget & Inhelder, 1969). In this video: → The 5 ways parents respond when their toddler hits another child — and which backfire → Why the response order matters more than most parents realize → The social repair step most parents skip — and why it's the most important teaching moment → What to say to the other parent without undermining your child → The one response that works with your child's developmental stage, not against it 💬 Comment SAME below if your toddler has gone through a hitting-other-kids phase. #toddlerhitting #toddleraggression #toddlerbehavior #parentingtips #parentingwithpsychology New to my podcast?  I'm Dr. Lindsay Emmerson, a clinical psychologist and Mom of 4, and I help parents find that sweet spot between support and structure that psychology research tells us is best for families now and best for our kids in the future. ------------------------------------------- Let's connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlindsayemmerson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlindsayemmerson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@drlindsayemmerson ------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: The advice provided on my channel is different from therapy and does not substitute for professional psychological treatment or other types of professional advice or intervention.  Never disregard the advice of a medical professional or postpone seeking professional medical advice related to anything you hear on this channel.   If you or your child have concerns or need further parenting or personal support, please contact a physician or other qualified local health professional. 00:00 – 01:43 | Introduction 01:43 – 02:35 | The Instinct Every Parent Has In Front Of Other Parents 02:35 – 03:31 | Why Removing Them From The Situation Isn't Enough 03:31 – 04:21 | The Apology That's Actually For The Other Parent 04:21 – 06:43 | Why "Let Them Work It Out" Doesn't Work Yet 06:43 – 10:14 | The Response That Actually Works 10:14 – 11:44 | What This Builds Toward

    13 min

  3. 17 Jun

    5 Ways to Respond to Toddler Hitting (Which One Works Best?)

    ✨  Want proven strategies beyond toddler hitting from a child psychologist? Register for the free workshop → https://www.drlindsayemmerson.com/workshop Why toddlers hit is one of the most common questions I get from parents — and the most common responses parents reach for are actually reinforcing the very behavior they're trying to stop. This video breaks down the five responses most parents use when their toddler hits, which ones are making things worse, and the one that actually works. Toddler aggression is a normal part of development — but normal doesn't mean you ignore it. Understanding why toddlers hit is the first step. Responding in the right way is what determines whether it keeps happening. Research on child development confirms that toddlers in the sensorimotor stage (birth through age 2) learn primarily through immediate physical cause and effect — not through reasoning or delayed consequences (Piaget, 1952). That changes everything about how you respond. In this episode: → The 5 ways parents respond when their toddler hits — and which ones backfire → Why your toddler may be hitting more after you try to stop it → The developmental reason behind toddler hitting that most parents don't know → The one response that works with your toddler's brain, not against it → Exactly what to say in the 3 seconds after the hit lands 💬 Comment SAME below if your toddler is going through a hitting phase right now. #toddlerhitting #toddleraggression #toddlerbehavior #parentingtips #parentingwithpsychology New to my podcast?  I'm Dr. Lindsay Emmerson, a clinical psychologist and Mom of 4, and I help parents find that sweet spot between support and structure that psychology research tells us is best for families now and best for our kids in the future. ------------------------------------------- Let's connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlindsayemmerson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlindsayemmerson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@drlindsayemmerson ------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: The advice provided on my channel is different from therapy and does not substitute for professional psychological treatment or other types of professional advice or intervention.  Never disregard the advice of a medical professional or postpone seeking professional medical advice related to anything you hear on this channel.   If you or your child have concerns or need further parenting or personal support, please contact a physician or other qualified local health professional.

    12 min

  4. 9 Jun

    STOP Toddler Tantrums BEFORE They Start

    ✨ Stop toddler tantrums before they start. Learn the complete system: drlindsayemmerson.com/workshop Stop toddler tantrums before they start by catching the Pivot Window — the specific period before a child fully dysregulates where three strategies can redirect the escalation entirely. Dr. Lindsay Emmerson explains why the instinctive parental responses in this window make meltdowns more likely, and what to do instead. In this episode: → •       What the Pivot Window is and how to recognize it in children ages 1–7 •       Why reasoning, explaining, and waiting all make things worse in this specific window •       Option 1: Redirection — how to shift attention before escalation becomes self-sustaining •       Option 2: Humor — feigned drama, commentator mode, and the deliberate error technique •       Option 3: Tension break — change of subject and change the tone •       Two scripted before-and-after examples (ages 3 and 6) •       A realistic results timeline: what to expect in days 1–3, days 4–7, and week 2+   🎓 Go deeper on staying calm in challenging parenting moments: 👉 drlindsayemmerson.com/workshop   💬 Comment TRY below if you're going to use one of these this week. I read every single one. 💛 #StopToddlerTantrums #ToddlerMeltdowns #PositiveParenting #ParentingToddlers #ToddlerBehavior #ChildDevelopment #DrLindsayEmmerson #ParentingWithPsychology #CalmParenting #Toddler New to my podcast?  I'm Dr. Lindsay Emmerson, a clinical psychologist and Mom of 4, and I help parents find that sweet spot between support and structure that psychology research tells us is best for families now and best for our kids in the future. ------------------------------------------- Let's connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlindsayemmerson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlindsayemmerson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@drlindsayemmerson ------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: The advice provided on my channel is different from therapy and does not substitute for professional psychological treatment or other types of professional advice or intervention.  Never disregard the advice of a medical professional or postpone seeking professional medical advice related to anything you hear on this channel.   If you or your child have concerns or need further parenting or personal support, please contact a physician or other qualified local health professional.

    20 min

  5. 3 Jun

    Talking Makes Tantrums WORSE. Do THIS Instead.

    ✨ Ready to move beyond what to do during a toddler tantrum — and what to stop doing? → drlindsayemmerson.com/workshop Knowing what to do during a toddler tantrum is one of the most common questions parents search — and most of the instinctive answers make tantrums last longer. In this video, Dr. Lindsay Emmerson explains why the Escalation Loop runs on parental engagement, and gives parents the three-step approach that actually breaks it. Most toddler tantrum advice focuses on what to say. This video focuses on what to stop doing — and why the absence of engagement, paired with a regulated parental presence, is the most effective response available. In this video: → •       Why explaining, validating, negotiating, and getting firmer all make tantrums worse — not better •       The neurological reason toddlers can't hear you during peak emotional flooding •       What the Escalation Loop is and why parental engagement keeps it running •       The three-step approach: stop engaging, regulate yourself, wait for the arc to complete •       Two scripted before-and-after examples (ages 2 and 4, including a public tantrum) •       The extinction burst: why tantrums get worse before they get better — and why that's a sign it's working   🎓 Go deeper on parent self-regulation in the free workshop: 👉 drlindsayemmerson.com/workshop   💬 Comment CALM below if this is what you're working toward. I read every single one. 💛 #ToddlerTantrums #ToddlerMeltdowns #PositiveParenting #ParentingToddlers #ToddlerBehavior #ChildDevelopment #DrLindsayEmmerson #ParentingWithPsychology #CalmParenting #ToddlerDiscipline New to my podcast?  I'm Dr. Lindsay Emmerson, a clinical psychologist and Mom of 4, and I help parents find that sweet spot between support and structure that psychology research tells us is best for families now and best for our kids in the future. ------------------------------------------- Let's connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlindsayemmerson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlindsayemmerson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@drlindsayemmerson ------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: The advice provided on my channel is different from therapy and does not substitute for professional psychological treatment or other types of professional advice or intervention.  Never disregard the advice of a medical professional or postpone seeking professional medical advice related to anything you hear on this channel.   If you or your child have concerns or need further parenting or personal support, please contact a physician or other qualified local health professional.

    17 min

  6. 27 May

    Why SUMMER Break BREAKS Your Kid Every Year

    ✨ Ready to move beyond why kids struggle in summer — and what to do about it? → drlindsayemmerson.com/workshop Why kids struggle in summer — even kids who thrived during the school year — is one of the most misunderstood behavior challenges in parenting. In this video, Dr. Lindsay Emmerson explains the Predictability Drop, why it happens to virtually every family in the first weeks of summer, and the three-part framework that resolves it in as little as two weeks. In this episode:  •       Why kids struggle in summer even when the school year went well •       The neurological reason your child's behavior changes when school ends •       Anchor points — how three simple daily structures replace an impossible full schedule •       Predictable Decision Windows — why offering fewer choices at the right moment reduces friction •       The parent regulation check most summer parenting advice skips entirely •       A realistic timeline: what to expect in the first two weeks   🎓 Ready to go deeper with a complete, research-backed parenting framework? 👉 drlindsayemmerson.com/workshop   💬 Comment SUMMER below if this is something you're navigating right now. I read every single one. 💛 #WhyKidsStruggleInSummer #SummerParenting #KidsBehavior #PositiveParenting #ParentingTips #ChildDevelopment #SummerBreak #DrLindsayEmmerson #ParentingWithPsychology #CalmParenting   New to my podcast?  I'm Dr. Lindsay Emmerson, a clinical psychologist and Mom of 4, and I help parents find that sweet spot between support and structure that psychology research tells us is best for families now and best for our kids in the future. ------------------------------------------- Let's connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlindsayemmerson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlindsayemmerson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@drlindsayemmerson ------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: The advice provided on my channel is different from therapy and does not substitute for professional psychological treatment or other types of professional advice or intervention.  Never disregard the advice of a medical professional or postpone seeking professional medical advice related to anything you hear on this channel.   If you or your child have concerns or need further parenting or personal support, please contact a physician or other qualified local health professional.

    14 min

  7. 20 May

    Does Gentle Parenting Actually Work?

    ✨ Free workshop for parents → drlindsayemmerson.com/workshop | Learn the research-backed approach that gives you warmth and structure together — not as a trade-off.   Gentle parenting gets a lot right. But as most parents practice it, something is missing — and that gap is exactly why so many parents who are genuinely trying to implement it still feel like something isn't working. This video names the gap directly, explains what sixty years of research actually says about what produces the best outcomes for children, and offers a clear, evidence-based alternative that doesn't ask you to choose between warmth and structure.   If you've been implementing gentle parenting and your child is still testing constantly, the connection feels fragile, or you feel like you're managing emotions without ever actually influencing long-term behavior — this video explains why. The issue isn't that you're applying it wrong. It's that gentle parenting, as most people practice it, is a reactive framework without a proactive foundation. Understanding what's underneath the behavior — what your child's brain is actually capable of at their developmental stage — is the layer that makes everything else work.   Diana Baumrind's six decades of research, replicated across thousands of families and multiple cultures, consistently identifies authoritative parenting — high warmth combined with consistent structure — as the approach with the best outcomes across every measure of child wellbeing (Baumrind, 1991). John Gottman's research on relationship dynamics adds a second dimension: connection without consistent structure creates instability rather than felt security, and children respond to that instability by testing harder, not less.   In this episode: → What gentle parenting gets right — and the one critical piece most parents are missing → Why warmth without structure creates anxiety, not security (Baumrind's research explained) → Why connection without consistency doesn't hold — and what children do when it doesn't → What authoritative parenting actually looks like in daily life → The specific results that shift when warmth and structure are working together   💬 Comment YES below if you're ready for the complete picture. I read every single one. 💛   #GentleParenting #AuthoritativeParenting #ParentingWithPsychology #PositiveDiscipline #ChildDevelopment #ParentingAdvice #GentleParentingProblems #DoesGentleParentingWork #ParentingResearch #ToddlerBehavior New to my podcast?  I'm Dr. Lindsay Emmerson, a clinical psychologist and Mom of 4, and I help parents find that sweet spot between support and structure that psychology research tells us is best for families now and best for our kids in the future. ------------------------------------------- Let's connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlindsayemmerson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlindsayemmerson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@drlindsayemmerson ------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: The advice provided on my channel is different from therapy and does not substitute for professional psychological treatment or other types of professional advice or intervention.  Never disregard the advice of a medical professional or postpone seeking professional medical advice related to anything you hear on this channel.   If you or your child have concerns or need further parenting or personal support, please contact a physician or other qualified local health professional.

    10 min

  8. 13 May

    The Two Types of Parents (Which One Are You?)

    ✨ Free workshop for parents → drlindsayemmerson.com/workshop | Learn the authoritative parenting framework that holds warmth and structure together — every day, not on alternating ones.   Authoritative parenting produces the best outcomes for children across every measure the research tracks — but most parents have never seen what it actually looks like in a real home on a real day. This video uses one of the most surprisingly accurate parenting illustrations in film history to show exactly what the two most common parenting patterns are each missing, and what changes when warmth and structure finally work together instead of trading off.   Most parents swing between two modes: high warmth and low structure when they have energy; high structure and low warmth when they're depleted. Neither produces what they're reaching for. This video explains why warmth without structure creates anxiety rather than security, why structure without warmth produces compliance rather than genuine connection, and what authoritative parenting — the combination of both — actually looks like on an ordinary Tuesday.   Over sixty years of research across thousands of families has consistently confirmed that the combination of high warmth and high structure produces significantly better outcomes across every measure of child wellbeing than either dimension alone (Baumrind, 1991; Lamborn et al., 1991).   In this video: → The two parenting modes most parents swing between — and what each is missing → Why warmth without structure creates anxiety in children, not security → Why structure without warmth produces compliance rather than genuine connection → What authoritative parenting actually looks like — and why it's a learned skill, not a personality trait → Why it's not too late — what the research says about children's responsiveness to change   💬 Comment DOUBTFIRE below if that's the parent you want to be. I read every single one. 💛   #AuthoritativeParenting #ParentingStyles #PositiveDiscipline #ParentingWithPsychology #ChildDevelopment #ParentingAdvice #ConnectedParenting #ParentingTips #ToddlerBehavior #gentleparenting  New to my podcast?  I'm Dr. Lindsay Emmerson, a clinical psychologist and Mom of 4, and I help parents find that sweet spot between support and structure that psychology research tells us is best for families now and best for our kids in the future. ------------------------------------------- Let's connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlindsayemmerson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlindsayemmerson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@drlindsayemmerson ------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: The advice provided on my channel is different from therapy and does not substitute for professional psychological treatment or other types of professional advice or intervention.  Never disregard the advice of a medical professional or postpone seeking professional medical advice related to anything you hear on this channel.   If you or your child have concerns or need further parenting or personal support, please contact a physician or other qualified local health professional.

    10 min
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Ever wished you had a supportive and helpful parenting coach whispering tips in your ear during those trickiest parenting moments? Look no further! Welcome to Parenting With Psychology, the ultimate podcast hosted by Dr. Lindsay Emmerson, a clinical psychologist and devoted mother of four. Dr. Lindsay's expertise lies in transforming core psychology principles into actionable parenting tips, designed to simplify your days and create a happier family life. Join us weekly to embrace intentional parenting and discover why countless busy and overwhelmed parents turn to Dr. Lindsay for guidance on raising children of all ages. Gain inspiration from Dr. Lindsay's 5 C's to amazing parenting framework and receive a new, actionable psychology-based parenting tool each week, providing invaluable guidance on your remarkable parenting journey. So, if you're craving bite-sized nuggets of parenting gold, mark your calendars for every Thursday and follow Parenting With Psychology for the support you need in nurturing your children and fostering strong family bonds.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Lindsay Emmerson
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    161
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026
  • Show Website
    Parenting With Psychology

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