Are Those My Kids?

jeromehammond
  • 0.0 (0)
  • Parenting

Kids can be crazy, and parenting is sometimes wild. Join Dr. Jerome Hammond and Dr. Heather Quagliana as they use science, stories and humor to explain how children really develop and how parents can be helpful. Sharing their expertise in human development and childhood therapy, with each episode Jerome and Heather offer practical tips, research-based insights, and encouraging stories to support and inspire parents. Tune in to "Are Those My Kids" and hear the must-know topics of healthy childhood development and the most effective parenting tools that money can buy.

Episodes

  1. 03/18/2025

    Is Quality Time Real, or Just Parent Guilt?

    In this episode of Are Those My Kids?, we tackle the ever-tricky balance of quality versus quantity time with kids. Is quality time really a thing, or is it just a guilt-induced myth designed to let busy parents off the hook? We break down why ten minutes of forced “meaningful” interaction isn’t a substitute for simply being around, why kids can sniff out inauthentic effort from a mile away, and how to crack the code on what actually makes time together count. Plus, a deep dive into why one child’s idea of bonding is deep conversation while another just wants you to sit there and hand them Legos. No guilt, no impossible standards—just real talk on how to make the most of the time you’ve got.

  2. 01/31/2025

    Why Do My Kids Fight So Much? Sibling Rivalry

    Why do siblings turn the smallest disagreements into full-scale battles—fighting over the better chair, the bigger cookie, or who mom loves most? In this episode of Are Those My Kids?, we dive into the psychology behind sibling rivalry, why it’s actually normal (even when it feels like a UFC match in your living room), and how parents can intervene without playing referee 24/7. We’ll talk about when to step in versus letting them figure it out (a.k.a. survival of the fittest). This episode is your guide to turning sibling smackdowns into lifelong bonds—or at least getting through the day without losing your sanity.

  3. 11/15/2024

    When Should My Child Be Talking? Language Development

    From those first adorable "goo-goos" to the unstoppable chatterbox phase, language development is a wild ride full of surprises, mispronunciations, and the occasional accidental word. In this episode, we spell out how kids go from babbling to building sentences faster than you can say "phoneme." This episode will have you lost for words in the best way.

  4. 11/15/2024

    Why Is My Child So Clingy? Attachment Explained

    Why do some kids cling like Velcro, while others seem cool as cucumbers? And what’s up with adults still sorting through their baggage from middle school crushes? In this episode, we dive into the sticky world of attachment—how it’s formed, why it matters, and what it means for your relationships (spoiler: a lot). Whether you’re securely attached, anxiously scrolling, or avoidantly pretending you didn’t just read this, we’ve got the laughs, science, and insights to keep you hooked. It’s time to unpack your emotional carry-on!

  5. 11/15/2024

    From Tantrums to Teenagers: The Stages Explained

    Ever wondered how your sweet toddler morphs into a moody teenager who can’t find their shoes but can argue like a seasoned lawyer? Join us as we zip through the twists and turns of early childhood to adolescence, covering everything from tantrums and imaginary friends to awkward growth spurts and "you don’t understand me" moments. With a mix of science, stories, and just the right dash of snark, this episode will leave you laughing, nodding, and maybe even calling your parents to apologize. Buckle up—it’s a wild ride!

  6. 10/04/2024

    What's Going On in a Baby's Brain? Infants and Toddlers

    On this episode of Are Those My Kids, we take a high-altitude flyover of infancy and early childhood. This is big-picture stuff, people. Don't come in here with hopes of getting a PhD in kid-ology. These are parenting survival tactics; preper level information. Let's go!

  7. 09/25/2024

    What This Show Is About, and Who We Are

    Welcome to the podcast. In this episode the Drs. give aloose description of their first-season intentions, then later lament blowing the budget on the brief introductory recording. Not a good start.

  8. Trailer

    Welcome to Are Those My Kids?

    Listen as a woman with a lovely British accent introduces the podcast.

  • 1 Trailer
    7 Episodes

Trailer

About

Kids can be crazy, and parenting is sometimes wild. Join Dr. Jerome Hammond and Dr. Heather Quagliana as they use science, stories and humor to explain how children really develop and how parents can be helpful. Sharing their expertise in human development and childhood therapy, with each episode Jerome and Heather offer practical tips, research-based insights, and encouraging stories to support and inspire parents. Tune in to "Are Those My Kids" and hear the must-know topics of healthy childhood development and the most effective parenting tools that money can buy.

Information

  • Creator
    jeromehammond
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © jeromehammond
  • Show Website
    Are Those My Kids?