The Geriatric Mom Podcast with Dr. Nefertiti B. Poyner

Nefertiti Poyner
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Join us every Friday at 5 on a heartwarming and insightful journey through the diverse world of parenting with Dr. Nefertiti B. Poyner, a "seasoned mother" who brings over two decades of expertise in child development, social-emotional learning, and resilience. This podcast is a haven for moms at every stage of the parenting adventure.

Episodes

  1. 02/02/2024

    She Told Me I Could Beat Her Child!

    Stepping into the role of both teacher and parent opened my eyes to the nuances of what children really need.  In this episode I tell you more about the parent who actually gave me permission to hit her daughter - because that was the only way she "behaves."  Let the conversation begin!  🎧 Enjoying The Geriatric Mom Podcast! If you love what you hear, we'd greatly appreciate your support! Here's how you can help us continue to grow and reach even more listeners: 👂 Follow and Subscribe: Hit that "Follow" or "Subscribe" button on your favorite podcast platform. This ensures you'll never miss an episode, and it helps boost our visibility in podcast directories. ⭐ Rate and Review: Leave a 5-star rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or your preferred podcast app. Your reviews provide valuable feedback and help others discover our show. 🌟 Spread the Word: Share the podcast with your friends, family, and colleagues who might enjoy our content. Word of mouth is one of the most powerful ways to support us. 📢 Connect with Us: Follow us on social media @nefertitibpoyner on Instagram to stay updated and engage with our community. 📧 Feedback and Ideas: We love hearing from you! If you have any episode ideas, feedback, or questions, drop us an email at contact@sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Your support means the world to us, and it's what keeps us motivated to bring you more engaging and informative content. Thank you for being a part of the Healthy Village! Happy listening, and we'll catch you in the next episode! 🎙️🎉 Connect with me! My Website: www.sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnefer...

    37 min

  2. 01/26/2024

    Tennis Anyone? The Game-Changing Power of Engaging in Your Child's Education

    Have you ever felt a tug in your heart when a child beams with pride over a mastered skill, especially when you've played a part in their journey? That's the essence of what we unpack in today's episode.  Join me as we explore the transformative effects of parent involvement in education. We dig into why the metaphor of a tennis match perfectly captures the dynamic parent-teacher partnership necessary for our children's thriving academic careers—where the 'ball' of responsibility and communication must be kept in play. Click here to download the Reminder Braclets shared during this podcast! 🎧 Enjoying The Geriatric Mom Podcast! If you love what you hear, we'd greatly appreciate your support! Here's how you can help us continue to grow and reach even more listeners: 👂 Follow and Subscribe: Hit that "Follow" or "Subscribe" button on your favorite podcast platform. This ensures you'll never miss an episode, and it helps boost our visibility in podcast directories. ⭐ Rate and Review: Leave a 5-star rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or your preferred podcast app. Your reviews provide valuable feedback and help others discover our show. 🌟 Spread the Word: Share the podcast with your friends, family, and colleagues who might enjoy our content. Word of mouth is one of the most powerful ways to support us. 📢 Connect with Us: Follow us on social media @nefertitibpoyner on Instagram to stay updated and engage with our community. 📧 Feedback and Ideas: We love hearing from you! If you have any episode ideas, feedback, or questions, drop us an email at contact@sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Your support means the world to us, and it's what keeps us motivated to bring you more engaging and informative content. Thank you for being a part of the Healthy Village! Happy listening, and we'll catch you in the next episode! 🎙️🎉 Connect with me! My Website: www.sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnefer...

    38 min

  3. 01/19/2024

    I Can't Believe I Did This - Mommy Mistake #134,129,021. Don't Do What I Did

    Today, we'll unpack the impact our words and actions have on our children now and in the future.  I'll share a lesson learned from my own 'Mommy Mistake'. Please listen to the entire podcast and before you go, download a copy of "Speak Life " a tool I have created to help each of us sprinkle daily conversations with affirmation and warmth, click here to get your copy!   🎧 Enjoying The Geriatric Mom Podcast! If you love what you hear, we'd greatly appreciate your support! Here's how you can help us continue to grow and reach even more listeners: 👂 Follow and Subscribe: Hit that "Follow" or "Subscribe" button on your favorite podcast platform. This ensures you'll never miss an episode, and it helps boost our visibility in podcast directories. ⭐ Rate and Review: Leave a 5-star rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or your preferred podcast app. Your reviews provide valuable feedback and help others discover our show. 🌟 Spread the Word: Share the podcast with your friends, family, and colleagues who might enjoy our content. Word of mouth is one of the most powerful ways to support us. 📢 Connect with Us: Follow us on social media @nefertitibpoyner on Instagram to stay updated and engage with our community. 📧 Feedback and Ideas: We love hearing from you! If you have any episode ideas, feedback, or questions, drop us an email at contact@sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Your support means the world to us, and it's what keeps us motivated to bring you more engaging and informative content. Thank you for being a part of the Healthy Village! Happy listening, and we'll catch you in the next episode! 🎙️🎉 Connect with me! My Website: www.sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnefer...

    29 min

  4. 01/13/2024

    Help! I'm an Introvert and my Child is a Total Extrovert!

    As the new year unfolds,  I extend an invitation to a heartfelt discourse on the complexities of being an introverted mother to children who light up in the company of others!!! My story sets the stage for this intimate exchange, as I reveal how the quest for tranquility often intersects with the bustling energy of our extroverted offspring.  This episode is an ode to the silent strength of introverted mothers and the exuberant spirits of their children. I offer a collection of thoughtful approaches designed to foster an environment where the quiet and the vivacious can coexist and flourish. Embracing moments of solitude for ourselves while championing our children's social inclinations, we discuss the art of balancing quality family time with personal recharging. By sharing my tales and embracing the collective wisdom of our community, this episode is a beacon of support, urging you to reflect on the true essence of self-care and its pivotal role in the tapestry of parenthood. 🎧 Enjoying The Geriatric Mom Podcast! If you love what you hear, we'd greatly appreciate your support! Here's how you can help us continue to grow and reach even more listeners: 👂 Follow and Subscribe: Hit that "Follow" or "Subscribe" button on your favorite podcast platform. This ensures you'll never miss an episode, and it helps boost our visibility in podcast directories. ⭐ Rate and Review: Leave a 5-star rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or your preferred podcast app. Your reviews provide valuable feedback and help others discover our show. 🌟 Spread the Word: Share the podcast with your friends, family, and colleagues who might enjoy our content. Word of mouth is one of the most powerful ways to support us. 📢 Connect with Us: Follow us on social media @nefertitibpoyner on Instagram to stay updated and engage with our community. 📧 Feedback and Ideas: We love hearing from you! If you have any episode ideas, feedback, or questions, drop us an email at contact@sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Your support means the world to us, and it's what keeps us motivated to bring you more engaging and informative content. Thank you for being a part of the Healthy Village! Happy listening, and we'll catch you in the next episode! 🎙️🎉 Connect with me! My Website: www.sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnefer...

    24 min

  5. 12/15/2023

    Conquering the Holiday Break: Simple Strategies for Memorable Family Time!

    Prepare to conquer the holiday break with simple strategies to ensure a smooth and enjoyable time off.  We'll chat about the importance of rest, sticking to a schedule, and being mindful of our diets during this festive season. Let's focus more on presence and less on presents and create magical memories with our babies ones that will last a lifetime.  So join us in embracing and making the most out of this special time of year! 🎧 Enjoying The Geriatric Mom Podcast! If you love what you hear, we'd greatly appreciate your support! Here's how you can help us continue to grow and reach even more listeners: 👂 Follow and Subscribe: Hit that "Follow" or "Subscribe" button on your favorite podcast platform. This ensures you'll never miss an episode, and it helps boost our visibility in podcast directories. ⭐ Rate and Review: Leave a 5-star rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or your preferred podcast app. Your reviews provide valuable feedback and help others discover our show. 🌟 Spread the Word: Share the podcast with your friends, family, and colleagues who might enjoy our content. Word of mouth is one of the most powerful ways to support us. 📢 Connect with Us: Follow us on social media @nefertitibpoyner on Instagram to stay updated and engage with our community. 📧 Feedback and Ideas: We love hearing from you! If you have any episode ideas, feedback, or questions, drop us an email at contact@sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Your support means the world to us, and it's what keeps us motivated to bring you more engaging and informative content. Thank you for being a part of the Healthy Village! Happy listening, and we'll catch you in the next episode! 🎙️🎉 Connect with me! My Website: www.sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnefer...

    23 min

  6. 12/01/2023

    I'm Going to the Grammys! And Why Your Child Should Go Too!

    Ever wondered why children are so captivated by make-believe worlds and fanciful characters? Is there more to it than simple child's play? Well, you're about to unravel the magical significance of imagination in children's growth and development. I’ll be sharing some relatable stories about playing make-believe office or attending metaphorical "Grammys" and the profound impact of such imaginative play on boosting creativity, problem-solving skills, empathy, and language development. In our digital age, the enchanting world of pretend play often takes a backseat. However, it's essential to revive and cherish this treasure trove of imagination. Did you know that the character of Madea from Tyler Perry's movies and the scene from "The Pursuit of Happiness," where father and son use imagination to cope with homelessness, were all born in an imaginative mind? In this episode, we will talk all about it!  Share this episode, leave comments, and send us emails. Your experiences and strategies for promoting pretend play are valuable, and we would love to hear from you. So, let's embark on this journey together and unlock the incredible power of imagination in shaping a child's future. Pursuit of Happiness Clip: https://youtu.be/dLwjEtY4uas?feature=shared Maxine's Baby: https://youtu.be/DjXlidHoPyU?feature=shared 🎧 Enjoying The Geriatric Mom Podcast! If you love what you hear, we'd greatly appreciate your support! Here's how you can help us continue to grow and reach even more listeners: 👂 Follow and Subscribe: Hit that "Follow" or "Subscribe" button on your favorite podcast platform. This ensures you'll never miss an episode, and it helps boost our visibility in podcast directories. ⭐ Rate and Review: Leave a 5-star rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or your preferred podcast app. Your reviews provide valuable feedback and help others discover our show. 🌟 Spread the Word: Share the podcast with your friends, family, and colleagues who might enjoy our content. Word of mouth is one of the most powerful ways to support us. 📢 Connect with Us: Follow us on social media @nefertitibpoyner on Instagram to stay updated and engage with our community. 📧 Feedback and Ideas: We love hearing from you! If you have any episode ideas, feedback, or questions, drop us an email at contact@sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Your support means the world to us, and it's what keeps us motivated to bring you more engaging and informative content. Thank you for being a part of the Healthy Village! Happy listening, and we'll catch you in the next episode! 🎙️🎉 Connect with me! My Website: www.sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnefer...

    34 min

  7. 11/17/2023

    Breaking the Entitlement Cycle: Raising Grateful Children Instead

    Are we unknowingly fostering a sense of entitlement in our children?" That's the provocative question I am posing on the latest episode of the Geriatric Mom podcast. Join me as I delve into the root causes and effects of entitlement in our children, exploring how our well-intentioned parenting can inadvertently contribute to this. I'll share personal anecdotes and insights as we look at how failing to seize teachable moments, ignoring the world around us, and overloading our children with material possessions without fostering gratitude can lead to entitlement. We'll discuss how we, as parents and a community, can provide better opportunities for our children to volunteer and give back, and why it's essential to teach them about delayed gratification. In the latter part of the episode, I offer actionable strategies to raise children with less entitlement. We'll discuss the role of positive reinforcement, the significance of practicing gratitude, and the importance of setting reasonable expectations. We'll examine the key role of a healthy village in raising well-rounded children and how to differentiate between wants and needs. So, don't miss this enlightening episode as we strive to raise healthier, more empathetic, and less entitled children. 🎧 Enjoying The Geriatric Mom Podcast! If you love what you hear, we'd greatly appreciate your support! Here's how you can help us continue to grow and reach even more listeners: 👂 Follow and Subscribe: Hit that "Follow" or "Subscribe" button on your favorite podcast platform. This ensures you'll never miss an episode, and it helps boost our visibility in podcast directories. ⭐ Rate and Review: Leave a 5-star rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or your preferred podcast app. Your reviews provide valuable feedback and help others discover our show. 🌟 Spread the Word: Share the podcast with your friends, family, and colleagues who might enjoy our content. Word of mouth is one of the most powerful ways to support us. 📢 Connect with Us: Follow us on social media @nefertitibpoyner on Instagram to stay updated and engage with our community. 📧 Feedback and Ideas: We love hearing from you! If you have any episode ideas, feedback, or questions, drop us an email at contact@sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Your support means the world to us, and it's what keeps us motivated to bring you more engaging and informative content. Thank you for being a part of the Healthy Village! Happy listening, and we'll catch you in the next episode! 🎙️🎉 Connect with me! My Website: www.sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnefer...

    38 min

  8. 11/10/2023

    Madison Ordered an iPad!

    Buckle up, parents! In this rollercoaster ride through the realms of baby babble, toddler tornadoes, and teenage trivia, we're spilling the beans on why understanding the ages and stages of children's development is your golden ticket to Parenting Paradise! I had to learn this first hand when at the age of 4, my daughter ordered herself an iPad AFTER FIRST telling me that she did it (go ahead and listen to the podcast for all the details)     !!!!   Let's face it, parenting is an epic quest, and each age brings its own set of challenges and victories. Learn the secrets to embracing the growth spurts (both physical and emotional) and turning them into opportunities for connection and celebration. Get ready to laugh, learn, and level up your parenting game! Because let's be honest, parenting is the greatest show on Earth! 🎪🎉 🎧 Enjoying The Geriatric Mom Podcast! If you love what you hear, we'd greatly appreciate your support! Here's how you can help us continue to grow and reach even more listeners: 👂 Follow and Subscribe: Hit that "Follow" or "Subscribe" button on your favorite podcast platform. This ensures you'll never miss an episode, and it helps boost our visibility in podcast directories. ⭐ Rate and Review: Leave a 5-star rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or your preferred podcast app. Your reviews provide valuable feedback and help others discover our show. 🌟 Spread the Word: Share the podcast with your friends, family, and colleagues who might enjoy our content. Word of mouth is one of the most powerful ways to support us. 📢 Connect with Us: Follow us on social media @nefertitibpoyner on Instagram to stay updated and engage with our community. 📧 Feedback and Ideas: We love hearing from you! If you have any episode ideas, feedback, or questions, drop us an email at contact@sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Your support means the world to us, and it's what keeps us motivated to bring you more engaging and informative content. Thank you for being a part of the Healthy Village! Happy listening, and we'll catch you in the next episode! 🎙️🎉 Connect with me! My Website: www.sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnefer...

    39 min

  9. 11/03/2023

    I'm Selfish! And I Don't Care What You Think!

    In a world where the term 'selfish' often carries a negative connotation, we're here to redefine it for all the incredible moms out there. Join us in this episode as we dive into the profound significance of self-care and why it's not just a luxury but an absolute necessity for mothers. Being a mom is a full-time job that rarely comes with breaks or sick days. Amidst the chaos of parenting, household responsibilities, and often juggling a career, many moms find it challenging to prioritize their own well-being. But here's the truth: prioritizing self-care is not selfish; it's a fundamental act of self-preservation and sustainability. Join us in this empowering conversation about why self-care is not 'selfish' but a profound act of love and sustainability. It's time to embrace the importance of looking after oneself to be the best mom one can be.  Remember, it takes a healthy village to raise healthy children! 🎧 Enjoying The Geriatric Mom Podcast! If you love what you hear, we'd greatly appreciate your support! Here's how you can help us continue to grow and reach even more listeners: 👂 Follow and Subscribe: Hit that "Follow" or "Subscribe" button on your favorite podcast platform. This ensures you'll never miss an episode, and it helps boost our visibility in podcast directories. ⭐ Rate and Review: Leave a 5-star rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or your preferred podcast app. Your reviews provide valuable feedback and help others discover our show. 🌟 Spread the Word: Share the podcast with your friends, family, and colleagues who might enjoy our content. Word of mouth is one of the most powerful ways to support us. 📢 Connect with Us: Follow us on social media @nefertitibpoyner on Instagram to stay updated and engage with our community. 📧 Feedback and Ideas: We love hearing from you! If you have any episode ideas, feedback, or questions, drop us an email at contact@sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Your support means the world to us, and it's what keeps us motivated to bring you more engaging and informative content. Thank you for being a part of the Healthy Village! Happy listening, and we'll catch you in the next episode! 🎙️🎉 Connect with me! My Website: www.sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnefer...

    27 min
  10. She's Too Young to Go to The Funeral! Talking with Children about Death

    10/27/2023

    She's Too Young to Go to The Funeral! Talking with Children about Death

    In a world filled with wonder and curiosity, one of the most delicate and challenging subjects we face with our children is death. How do we navigate these conversations with empathy, honesty, and sensitivity? In this first episode of the Geriatric Mom Podcast, I invite you into my world where for the first time, I was faced with a decision about just what to tell my eight-year-old about death, funerals, and all that comes in between.  With Madison's (my 8-year-old) permission, you will also get to hear directly from her about the experience, her feelings and emotions, and what she wants you to know about talking with children about death. Welcome to the very first episode of the Geriatric Mom Podcast! 🎧 Enjoying The Geriatric Mom Podcast! If you love what you hear, we'd greatly appreciate your support! Here's how you can help us continue to grow and reach even more listeners: 👂 Follow and Subscribe: Hit that "Follow" or "Subscribe" button on your favorite podcast platform. This ensures you'll never miss an episode, and it helps boost our visibility in podcast directories. ⭐ Rate and Review: Leave a 5-star rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or your preferred podcast app. Your reviews provide valuable feedback and help others discover our show. 🌟 Spread the Word: Share the podcast with your friends, family, and colleagues who might enjoy our content. Word of mouth is one of the most powerful ways to support us. 📢 Connect with Us: Follow us on social media @nefertitibpoyner on Instagram to stay updated and engage with our community. 📧 Feedback and Ideas: We love hearing from you! If you have any episode ideas, feedback, or questions, drop us an email at contact@sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Your support means the world to us, and it's what keeps us motivated to bring you more engaging and informative content. Thank you for being a part of the Healthy Village! Happy listening, and we'll catch you in the next episode! 🎙️🎉 Connect with me! My Website: www.sheknowswhatshesdoing.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnefer...

    31 min
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Join us every Friday at 5 on a heartwarming and insightful journey through the diverse world of parenting with Dr. Nefertiti B. Poyner, a "seasoned mother" who brings over two decades of expertise in child development, social-emotional learning, and resilience. This podcast is a haven for moms at every stage of the parenting adventure.

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