Securely Attached

Dr. Sarah Bren
Securely Attached

Securely Attached is your go-to parenting podcast, supporting moms and dads from pregnancy all the way through their child's adolescence and every stage in between. Join us every Tuesday as clinical psychologist and mom of two Dr. Sarah Bren shares her expertise and interviews top experts in the field, simplifying complicated concepts and pulling back the curtain on the brain science and psychology that drives and shapes the parent-child relationship. And now, every Thursday, Dr. Sarah Bren is joined by Dr. Emily Upshur and Dr. Rebecca Hershberg for a special segment, Beyond The Sessions. We’re answering YOUR parenting questions from the perspective of clinical psychologists highly trained in developmental science and real-life moms who get that parenting is messy, and sometimes we have to laugh, cry, and throw out the “rules.” From toddler tantrums, to effective discipline strategies, to leaning into the principles of respectful parenting, and to managing your own mental wellness as a parent—this podcast is your ultimate resource for judgment-free, research-backed information you know you can trust. About Sarah Bren, PhD Dr. Sarah Bren is a licensed clinical psychologist and mom of two who helps parents understand the building blocks of child development and how secure relationships form and thrive. Her work is focused on helping parents find their inner confidence so they can respond to any parenting problem that comes along and raise kids who are healthy, resilient, and kind.

  1. 1天前

    272. Maternal health, dyadic work, and IFS: Why specialized mental healthcare providers matter with Rebecca Geshuri and Paige Bellenbaum

    Discover how maternal mental health care is evolving and why specialized support is critical for mothers with Paige Bellenbaum, LCSW, PMH-C and Rebecca Geshuri, LMFT, PMH-C.   In this episode we explore:   - What dyadic work is and how this can be especially beneficial for mothers and birthing people for developing a bond with their child.   - How Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy can support mothers in addressing their inner “mom parts” that contribute to feelings of failure and overwhelm.   - How polarized parts and perfectionism can create distress in motherhood and how embracing a “both-and” mentality can offer relief and self-compassion.   - The questions to ask when looking for a provider to ensure they’re trained in maternal mental health and understand the complexities of this life stage.   - Why it's so important for pediatricians, OBGYNs, or anyone who often comes into contact with birthing parents to have even a basic understanding of this transformative experience.   Whether you’re a mother seeking support, a professional working with birthing parents, or simply someone invested in breaking the stigma around mental health and motherhood, this episode is filled with practical insights you won't want to miss.     REGISTER FOR THE TRAINING ON FEB. 27: Go to upshurbren.com/IFSTraining to register for this 3-hour workshop designed to teach professionals how to integrate Internal Family Systems concepts into maternal mental health services to provide improved support for moms.   LEARN MORE ABOUT THE MOTHERHOOD CENTER: https://themotherhoodcenter.com/   LEARN MORE ABOUT REBECCA: https://www.rebeccageshurilmft.com/get-to-know-me   ADDITIONAL REFERENCES AND RESOURCES: Postpartum Support International Ghosts in the Nursery: A Psychoanalytic Approach to the Problems of Impaired Infant-Mother Relationships   LISTEN TO PAIGE & REBECCA'S PAST EPISODES: 🎧 Using Internal Family Systems to emotionally support mothers with the creators of The Mothercentric Approach   🎧 Preventing tragedy and shining a light on postpartum psychosis: What it is, what it's not, and how to find support for yourself or a loved one with Paige Bellenbaum

    57 分钟
  2. 1月7日

    270. Breaking free from "girl-boss" culture: Balancing career, family, and fulfillment with Neha Ruch

    Neha Ruch is sharing strategies for embracing flexibility as you balance, shift, and grow in both your career and parenthood.   In this episode we explore:   - How to redefine what “career” means to you at this stage of life and navigate the evolving roles of being a working or stay-at-home parent.   - Why downshifting your career can be a valuable smaller step if you're not ready to take a full pause.   - Preparing for this transition to feel less overwhelming—emotionally, financially, and in terms of your shifting identity.   - Supporting women in feeling validated and respected in their choices to dial up or down in their careers.   - How motherhood can be a time to foster creativity and the importance of staying connected to what brings you joy—whether it's for work or personal fulfillment.   - A good first step for moms who don’t know where to begin in making this shift.   - What a “family administration” meeting is and how to evaluate what’s working and what’s not—giving yourself permission to let go of what isn’t serving you.   Don't miss this episode that will help you redefine what career means to you!       LEARN MORE ABOUT NEHA: https://www.motheruntitled.com/   READ NEHA'S NEW BOOK: 📚 The Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids--and Come Back Stronger Than Ever   ADDITIONAL REFERENCES AND RESOURCES: 🎧 Listen to Neha's first Securely Attached episode, Redefining what it means to be a stay-at-home parent with Neha Ruch   📱 I sang my sister’s praise in this episode! Check out @mychicnest to follow along with her interior design account.   CHECK OUT ADDITIONAL PODCAST EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE: 🎧 Going back to work after baby: Maintaining a healthy and secure attachment bond Q&A with Dr. Emily Upshur   🎧 Turning parenthood into a career asset for working moms and dads with The Fifth Trimester’s Lauren Smith Brody   🎧 What it means to be a working parent today: Challenging parental guilt, managing your time, and setting effective boundaries with Daisy Dowling

    54 分钟
  3. 1月2日

    269. Q&A: How do I get my young kids to stop swearing?

    Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about...   - Unpacking your own feelings about swearing (or any undesirable behaviors) your child is engaging in.   - How to teach your child to attune to their environment and know when and where certain behaviors are appropriate and when and where they are not.   - Zooming out to identify what your child’s intention is when they are swearing (to test boundaries, in anger, in silly moments, etc.) to help you know how to respond.   - When and how to use strategies that have the greatest likelihood of getting this behavior to stop.   - A playful script that can defuse the tension and keep you from feeling triggered.    - The big differences to the approaches you may want to try based on who is the recipient of inappropriate or hurtful language.   - How to get your children to disengage from each other’s negative behaviors, instead of being fueled by each other.   - How Dr. Sarah and Dr. Emily handle swearing in their own homes with their kids.   - The benefits of swearing that may surprise you.     REFERENCES AND RELATED RESOURCES: Swearing may be a sign of a higher intelligence Cursing can increase pain tolerance      ADDITIONAL PODCAST EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:   🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about what to do when kids say they hate themselves   🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about what to do when kids say they hate you   🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about enforcing consequences that teach     WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU:   Go to https://drsarahbren.com/question to send us a question or a topic you want to hear us answer on Securely Attached - Beyond the Sessions!

    29 分钟
  4. 2024/12/31

    268. A deep dive on parental burnout: What it is, why it happens, and how to overcome it

    A deep dive on combating parental burnout to start off 2025 with more balance.   In this episode I dive deep into…   - Understanding what parental burnout actually is and how it is different from regular “stress” in parenthood?   - The pros and cons of the rise of the “Parenting Industrial Complex.”   - The output/input formula that will inevitably lead to depletion, and why parents of sensitive children are more susceptible to an imbalance in this equation.   - An exercise you can use to address (and flip!) your personal output/input equation to create more balance for yourself.   - Taking a Family-Systems approach to addressing and treating parental burnout.   - How parental burnout can impact the parent-child relationship, leading to more dysregulated behaviors from our kids, us losing our cool, and creating a self-perpetuating negative feedback loop.   - Why traditional self-care strategies don’t work for combatting parental burnout, and my recommendations for practical, realistic, and attainable strategies that actually do!     LEARN MORE ABOUT DR. SARAH BREN: https://drsarahbren.com/   FOLLOW DR. SARAH ON INSTAGRAM: @drsarahbren   ADDITIONAL REFERENCES AND RESOURCES: The Surgeon General Report: Parental Mental Health & Well-Being  In one study, Parents whose children experienced anxiety or ADHD had two to four times higher risk of experiencing parental burnout (anxiety: OR, 2.54; ADHD: OR, 4.41) compared with those whose children had no anxiety or ADHD. [1] Addressing systemic problems with Raena Boston, Lauren Smith Brody, and Alexis Barad-Cutler Encouraging your child to engage in independent play   CHECK OUT ADDITIONAL PODCAST EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE: 🎧 Quit the never-ending to-do list: How to find balance in the home, at work, and in parenthood with Chelsi Jo   🎧 Is fun the antidote to burnout? How play could be the key to mental health and well-being with Dr. Mike Rucker

    56 分钟
  5. 2024/12/26

    267. BTS: My 5-year-old says she doesn’t want a sibling but I want to have another baby. What do I say?

    Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about...   - Translating the question: I don’t want a sibling may actually just mean, “I miss you.”   - Zooming back to assess the environmental factors that may be taxing your child, especially when there are a lot of transitions and changes going on.   - How to change the narrative in your young child’s mind so they don’t associate losing quality time with Mommy and Daddy to having more siblings.   - When to simply validate your child’s feelings and when to know if it’s time to try to make some changes.   - A script of exactly what you can say to help your child feel more contained and regulated in these moments.   - Why helping your child feel seen in the moment can foster their secure attachment, which may end up indirectly solving the problems you're experiencing.     ADDITIONAL PODCAST EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:   🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about secure attachment and growth mindset with Melinda Wenner Moyer   🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about how to work with the brain rather than fight against with Dr. Dan Siegel   🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about whether it's bad to "baby" the baby   WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU:   Go to https://drsarahbren.com/question to send us a question or a topic you want to hear us answer on Securely Attached - Beyond the Sessions!

    18 分钟
  6. 2024/12/24

    266. Emotion regulation through play: Turning everyday moments into growth opportunities with Dr. Abbré McClain and Dr. Jacqueline Salazar

    Discover how to use the power of play to strengthen your child’s emotional regulation and foster meaningful connection, with Dr. Abbré McClain and Dr. Jacqueline Salazar.   In this episode, we explore:   - How play and relationships can be foundational elements for teaching kids emotional regulation skills.   - Why coregulation doesn’t have to be so serious and can be employed through play and playfulness.   - The therapeutic function of play interventions and how they work in play therapy.   - How to adapt play strategies for different developmental stages and unique children.   - Why playing with your kids is different from entertaining them, and how child-led play can be less exhausting for parents.   - Quality over quantity: How even small moments of playfulness can make a big difference in strengthening parent-child bonds.   If you’re looking for practical ways to build emotional regulation skills while bringing more joy and connection into your family’s life, this episode is filled with actionable insights to get you started!     LEARN MORE ABOUT: Dr. Abbré McClain Dr. Jacqueline Salazar   READ THEIR BOOK: 📚 The Self-Regulation Workbook for 3- to 5-Year-Olds: Play-Based and Creative Activities to Build Coping Skills and Handle Big Emotions   FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: 📱@chicago.wellness.center 📱 @drsarahbren   ADDITIONAL REFERENCES AND RESOURCES: 👉🏻 Download my free guide, Strengthen Your Child's Emotion Regulation Skills Through Play, to help your child learn to calm their brains and bodies.   CHECK OUT ADDITIONAL PODCAST EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE: 🎧 Understanding parental dysregulation: How to identify and manage your triggers with Dr. Amber Thornton   🎧 Supporting our children's emotional regulation and sensory processing experiences: With occupational therapist Laura Petix   🎧 The psychology behind dysregulation with Cara Goodwin   🎧 Teaching children emotion regulation skills through coregulation with Dana Rosenbloom

    43 分钟
  7. 2024/12/19

    265. BTS: My husband and I had a big fight in front of our kids, how do we make sure this doesn’t negatively impact them?

    Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about...   - Breaking down the different strategies you’d use with kids whether this is a single one-off big fight, or if conflict is more prevalent in your home.   - What a conversation with your child might sound like and how to adapt it to be most authentic to you.   - Specific things to do in order to lessen the negative impact of parental conflict on your kids.   - How to help your child make sense of what happened in a narrative that allows them to understand they are safe and the fight wasn’t their fault.   - A developmentally appropriate way to share with your child that sometimes the people we love the most are the ones that we get into the biggest arguments with.   - How to reassure and repair with a baby ore very young child who is still too little to understand your words.     ADDITIONAL PODCAST EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:   🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about creating a thriving partnership with Dr. Suzanne Burger   🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about understanding parental dysregulation with Dr. Amber Thornton   🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about resolving conflicts with Dr. Rick Hanson     WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU:   Go to https://drsarahbren.com/question to send us a question or a topic you want to hear us answer on Securely Attached - Beyond the Sessions!

    20 分钟
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Securely Attached is your go-to parenting podcast, supporting moms and dads from pregnancy all the way through their child's adolescence and every stage in between. Join us every Tuesday as clinical psychologist and mom of two Dr. Sarah Bren shares her expertise and interviews top experts in the field, simplifying complicated concepts and pulling back the curtain on the brain science and psychology that drives and shapes the parent-child relationship. And now, every Thursday, Dr. Sarah Bren is joined by Dr. Emily Upshur and Dr. Rebecca Hershberg for a special segment, Beyond The Sessions. We’re answering YOUR parenting questions from the perspective of clinical psychologists highly trained in developmental science and real-life moms who get that parenting is messy, and sometimes we have to laugh, cry, and throw out the “rules.” From toddler tantrums, to effective discipline strategies, to leaning into the principles of respectful parenting, and to managing your own mental wellness as a parent—this podcast is your ultimate resource for judgment-free, research-backed information you know you can trust. About Sarah Bren, PhD Dr. Sarah Bren is a licensed clinical psychologist and mom of two who helps parents understand the building blocks of child development and how secure relationships form and thrive. Her work is focused on helping parents find their inner confidence so they can respond to any parenting problem that comes along and raise kids who are healthy, resilient, and kind.

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