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Talkaboutable with Dr. Susan Swick

Lemonada

Ever wish someone could just tell you the right thing to say to your kid? Me too. Parenting brings us the greatest gifts, and it can be messy, confusing, and downright exhausting. I’m Dr. Susan Swick, a child and adolescent psychiatrist. I’m also a mom of 4. And I believe if you can talk about it with your kids, you can tackle it. We can make it Talkaboutable.     This season, I’ll hear from parents about what’s keeping them up at night, as well as experts who share real strategies that actually feel doable. Because when our kids handle even the most difficult situations alongside a caring adult, the hard moments become more bearable, and the good moments become even better.     From Lemonada Media in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, new episodes out every Tuesday.

  1. 6d ago

    Dr. Carrie Jackson on What Works for Kids With ADHD and Why

    What do kids with ADHD need to truly thrive? In this episode, Dr. Swick explores thoughtful, practical strategies with Dr. Carrie Jackson, a licensed clinical child psychologist specializing in ADHD and the founder of SoCal Child Psychology. Carrie has been diagnosed with ADHD herself, so she also has a personal window into what works. Together, they unpack how parents can help their kids navigate everyday challenges, from impulsivity to defiance to sibling conflicts. Talkaboutable is produced by Lemonada Media, in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, and made possible through funding from the Montage Health Foundation. Together, we are committed to helping families talk about the issues children, teens, and young adults are facing today. We believe that when these conversations happen at home — even about the most challenging subjects — children build the skills they need to flourish. Because when families are connected, the hard moments become more bearable, the good moments become even better, and it all becomes Talkaboutable. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.

    43 min

  2. Jun 3 ·  Bonus • Lemonada Premium Only

    Premium | How Can I Encourage My Kids to Talk It Out?

    How can you encourage siblings to talk it out instead of fighting? Nick shares that sometimes his boys are able to resolve their arguments through words instead of fists, and he wants to know how he can encourage more of that behavior with his boys.

    3 min

  3. Jun 2

    My Kids Are Dealing With ADHD and Anxiety – And They’re Clashing

    What do you do when your kids can go from best friends to fighting, yelling and getting physical? In this episode, we’re talking to a dad with two boys who are navigating ADHD, anxiety, and the frequent transitions of a 50/50 custody arrangement. This is a conversation about breaking the conflict cycle and building rituals that actually stick. Talkaboutable is produced by Lemonada Media, in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, and made possible through funding from the Montage Health Foundation. Together, we are committed to helping families talk about the issues children, teens, and young adults are facing today. We believe that when these conversations happen at home — even about the most challenging subjects — children build the skills they need to flourish. Because when families are connected, the hard moments become more bearable, the good moments become even better, and it all becomes Talkaboutable.

    41 min

  4. May 27 ·  Bonus • Lemonada Premium Only

    Premium | How Can I Help My Kid With Overeating?

    How do we help kids who don't know when to stop eating? Dr. Swick and Dr. Fernando discuss helping kids learn about whether they’re really hungry or just bored, eating in response to emotions, and other activities that can take the place of overeating.

    3 min

  5. May 26

    Dr. Nimali Fernando on How Kids Can Explore New Foods

    In this episode we take a deeper dive into the topic of picky eating with Dr. Nimali Fernando, the founder of the Dr. Yum project, a nonprofit with a mission to help families and communities overcome barriers to eating well. We talk to Dr. Fernando about some of the techniques she uses to help kids practice eating new foods. And we also discuss worries about nutritional deficiencies, whether rewards are a good tactic, and if we should be calling it “picky eating” at all. Talkaboutable is produced by Lemonada Media, in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, and made possible through funding from the Montage Health Foundation. Together, we are committed to helping families talk about the issues children, teens, and young adults are facing today. We believe that when these conversations happen at home — even about the most challenging subjects — children build the skills they need to flourish. Because when families are connected, the hard moments become more bearable, the good moments become even better, and it all becomes Talkaboutable. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.

    44 min

  6. May 20 ·  Bonus • Lemonada Premium Only

    Premium | Extra Advice on Picky Eating and Anxiety

    What do anxious kids need to try new things? Dr. Swick and Kathryn talk about how picky eating can be part of a larger picture of anxiety, especially for kiddos in the 6 to 12-year-old age range. They discuss how parents can help them bear discomfort when trying new things and why the antidote to anxiety is not calm – it’s engagement.

    8 min

  7. May 19

    My Kid Is a Finicky Eater – What Can I Do?

    What do you do when your kid will only eat a handful of different foods? In this episode, we're sitting down with a mom who is helping her 8-year-old work through his food anxiety and actually get curious about what's on his plate. This is a conversation about turning mealtime stress into creative exploration, and why a super-sensitive palate could be a superpower in disguise. Talkaboutable is produced by Lemonada Media, in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, and made possible through funding from the Montage Health Foundation. Together, we are committed to helping families talk about the issues children, teens, and young adults are facing today. We believe that when these conversations happen at home — even about the most challenging subjects — children build the skills they need to flourish. Because when families are connected, the hard moments become more bearable, the good moments become even better, and it all becomes Talkaboutable. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia.Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.

    40 min

  8. May 12

    Talkaboutable Season 2! Official Trailer!

    Join Dr. Susan Swick, a child and adolescent psychiatrist and mom of 4, as she tackles your biggest parenting questions. Dr. Swick believes if you can talk about it with your kids, you can tackle it. Tune in for honest conversations with parents and experts about picky eating, sibling conflict, family building with IVF and so much more. From Lemonada Media in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, new episodes drop May 19.

    1 min
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Ever wish someone could just tell you the right thing to say to your kid? Me too. Parenting brings us the greatest gifts, and it can be messy, confusing, and downright exhausting. I’m Dr. Susan Swick, a child and adolescent psychiatrist. I’m also a mom of 4. And I believe if you can talk about it with your kids, you can tackle it. We can make it Talkaboutable.     This season, I’ll hear from parents about what’s keeping them up at night, as well as experts who share real strategies that actually feel doable. Because when our kids handle even the most difficult situations alongside a caring adult, the hard moments become more bearable, and the good moments become even better.     From Lemonada Media in partnership with the Ohana Center for Child and Family Mental Health at Montage Health, new episodes out every Tuesday.

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