Lulubug's Podcast For Parents

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If you’ve ever wondered how to help your child manage big feelings—like anxiety, sadness, or frustration—this podcast is for you. Lulubug’s Podcast for Parents pairs each episode with Lulubug’s Garden on YouTube, so your child learns emotional skills while you get expert, practical strategies. Hosted by Jil Hunter and pediatric psychologist Dr. Karen Manotas, each episode gives you simple tools to handle tantrums, support anxiety, and build resilience in kids ages 3–7. 🎧 New episodes weekly. Subscribe to connect with your child in a whole new way.

  1. 3d ago ·  Video

    Why Your Kid Isn’t Listening and What Actually Helps

    Send us Fan Mail Do you ever feel like you’ve asked your child to do the same thing five times, and they still haven’t heard you? From getting dressed to putting toys away, everyday routines can feel frustrating when everything else seems to have their attention. In this episode of LULUBUG’s Podcast for Parents, we explore why young children get distracted and how parents can support their growing attention skills with understanding, connection, and simple everyday changes. You’ll learn:  • What to expect from your young child’s developing attention span  • Why focusing on play can be different from following instructions  • Ways to get your child’s attention before asking them to do something  • Simple changes that can make everyday routines less distracting  • How movement and playful games can help children practice focus You don’t need to repeat yourself perfectly or expect your child to stay focused all the time. Start by connecting, keeping instructions simple, and helping them take one step at a time. Subscribe to LULUBUG’s Podcast for Parents for more conversations about big feelings, growing confidence, and connecting with your child. #ParentingPodcast #ParentingTips #ChildDevelopment #LulubugsGarden

  2. Oct 22 ·  Video

    How to Connect with your kids When Life Never Slows Down | Holistic Hilda

    Send us Fan Mail Parenting can feel busy and overwhelming, but connection can happen in the simplest moments. In this episode of LULUBUG’s Podcast for Parents, Jill and Karen welcome Holistic Hilda for a conversation about parenting, family wellbeing, and slowing down. Drawing on her travels and experiences as a mother, Hilda shares perspectives on caring for ourselves and building meaningful connections with our children. We talk about: • Finding connection in everyday family life  • Caring for yourself while caring for your children • Making space for gratitude and time together  • Creating family routines and boundaries  • Bringing more play and outdoor time into your day  • Letting go of the pressure to do everything perfectly Whether you’re raising little ones or navigating a new season of parenting, this conversation offers a reminder that you don’t have to do it all alone. LULUBUG’s Podcast for Parents explores emotions, connection, and everyday family life through thoughtful conversations for parents and caregivers. Come learn and grow with us! #ParentingPodcast #HolisticHilda #LulubugsGarden

  3. Oct 15 ·  Video

    Why do Young Kids get Scared? How to help as a Parent

    Send us Fan Mail What do you say when your child looks at you and says, “I’m scared”? It can be hard to know when to offer comfort, when to encourage bravery, and how to help without dismissing what they feel. In this episode of LULUBUG’s Podcast for Parents, we explore feeling afraid and how parents can support children through big fears with understanding and connection. You’ll learn: • How to make space for conversations about fear  • Ways to help your child name what feels scary  • How to offer reassurance that helps them feel heard  • Ways to encourage courage without rushing your child  • How everyday moments can become opportunities to build trust You don’t need to have the perfect words or make every fear disappear. Start by helping your child know they can come to you, share what they feel, and face the next step with your support. Subscribe to LULUBUG’s Podcast for Parents for more conversations about big feelings, growing confidence, and connecting with your child. #ParentingPodcast #ParentingTips #LulubugsGarden

  4. Oct 8 ·  Video

    Helping Kids Build Self Worth Beyond Success | Max Hall on Addiction and Recovery

    Send us Fan Mail How do you help your child know their worth is bigger than what they achieve? And how can an honest conversation about mistakes help them feel safe asking for support? Former NFL quarterback Max Hall joins the LULUBUG Parent Podcast to share how he tied his identity to football, and how injuries and prescribed pain medication led to a five year addiction. He reflects on the people who helped him recover, reconnect with his faith, and talk openly with his children about his past. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why kids need to see themselves as more than their grades, sports, or achievements • How honest, age appropriate conversations about mistakes can help reduce shame • How Max’s experience with addiction and recovery reshaped his sense of identity • How parents and coaches can make it easier for young people to ask for help A win, a mistake, or a hard season does not define your child. What might change if they knew they could talk with you about all of it? Subscribe to the LULUBUG Parent Podcast for more conversations about helping children grow emotionally

  5. Oct 1 ·  Video

    Helping Children Build Friendships

    Send us Fan Mail Making friends can feel exciting, awkward, scary, and overwhelming for young children. In this episode of the LULUBUGS Parent Podcast, we talk about how parents can help children build the confidence and social skills they need to connect with others. We discuss: • Why making friends can feel difficult for young children • How parents can help without forcing an interaction • Teaching kids how to introduce themselves • Helping children find common interests with other kids • Encouraging kids to ask someone to play • Building confidence in social situations • What to do when another child does not want to play • Helping children understand that friendships take practice Making friends is a skill children can learn. With simple guidance, patience, and opportunities to practice, parents can help their kids feel more comfortable connecting with others. Subscribe to the LULUBUG Podcast for Parents for conversations about childhood development, big feelings, behavior, learning, and practical ways to support your child. Watch more from LULUBUG: LULUBUG’s Garden: https://www.youtube.com/@LulubugsGarden More LULUBUG Podcast episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@LulubugsPodcastForParents Follow LULUBUG: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lulubugspodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lulubugspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61593967364918 Website: https://www.lulubugsgarden.com/ #ParentingPodcast #ChildDevelopment #BigFeelings

  6. Sep 24 ·  Video

    Why Kids Feel Envy and How Parents Can Help | LULUBUG Podcast

    Send us Fan Mail Envy is a normal feeling, but it can be a difficult one for young children to understand. When kids see someone else with something they want, receiving attention they wish they had, or succeeding at something they are struggling with, envy can quickly turn into comparison, frustration, sadness, or anger. In this episode of the LULUBUG Podcast for Parents, we explore what envy can tell us about what a child is feeling and how parents can help them work through it without shame. You’ll learn: • Why envy is a normal part of emotional development• What may be underneath a child’s feelings of envy• How comparison can affect the way kids see themselves• How to acknowledge the feeling without encouraging unhealthy behavior• Why curiosity can be more helpful than immediately correcting the emotion• How parents can help kids recognize what they really want• Ways to build confidence and a healthier response to comparison Envy does not have to be a feeling we teach children to hide. When we help kids understand what they are feeling and why, we can give them tools to respond with greater confidence, awareness, and empathy. Subscribe to the LULUBUG Podcast for Parents for conversations about childhood development, big feelings, behavior, learning, and practical ways to support your child. Watch more from LULUBUG: LULUBUG’s Garden: https://www.youtube.com/@LulubugsGarden More LULUBUG Podcast episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@LulubugsPodcastForParents Follow LULUBUG: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lulubugspodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lulubugspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61593967364918 Website: https://www.lulubugsgarden.com/ #ParentingPodcast #ChildDevelopment #BigFeelings

  7. Sep 17 ·  Video

    How to Help a Sad Child Without Trying to Fix It | LULUBUG Podcast

    Send us Fan Mail When your child is sad, your first instinct may be to cheer them up, solve the problem, or make the feeling disappear. But sadness is not always something that needs to be fixed. In this episode of the LULUBUG Podcast for Parents, we explore how sadness affects young children, why it is an important part of emotional development, and how parents can support their children without rushing them through the feeling. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why sadness is a normal and important emotion for children • How to recognize when your child may be experiencing sadness • Why immediately trying to “fix” sadness may not always help • How to validate your child’s feelings without making the emotion bigger • What you can say and do when your child is having a difficult moment • How to help your child feel safe, understood, and supported • How experiencing sadness can help children build emotional skills for the future Sometimes the goal is not to take the sadness away. It is to remind your child that they do not have to experience it alone. Subscribe to the LULUBUG Podcast for Parents for more conversations about children’s emotions, learning, development, and navigating big feelings.

  8. Sep 17 ·  Video

    Your Child’s Meltdown Might Be Hunger | The Science of “Hangry” Kids

    Send us Fan Mail What if your child’s late afternoon meltdown is not really a discipline problem? It might be a fuel problem. One minute they are completely fine. The next, the wrong cup, a broken granola bar, or a sock that feels funny becomes a complete catastrophe. For young children, hunger can make already big feelings feel even bigger. In this episode of the LULUBUG Podcast for Parents, we are talking about what it really means when kids get “hangry,” why young children may struggle to recognize that they are hungry, and what parents can do before and during a meltdown. In this episode, you’ll learn: -Why hunger can show up as irritability, frustration, or a meltdown -Why young children may not recognize or communicate that they are hungry -Why the late afternoon hours can be especially difficult -What research says about the common belief that sugar makes kids hyperactive -How to help your child recognize their own body signals -Simple ways to prevent hunger related meltdowns before they happen -Why sometimes it helps to feed first and teach later We also explore interoception, the developing ability to recognize signals inside the body, including hunger, thirst, tiredness, and stress, and how parents can help children start connecting those signals to what they are feeling. The goal is not to blame every difficult behavior on hunger. It is to give parents one more thing to check before assuming a difficult moment is simply bad behavior. Subscribe to the LULUBUG Podcast for Parents for conversations about childhood development, big feelings, behavior, learning, and practical ways to support your child. Watch more from LULUBUG: LULUBUG’s Garden: https://www.youtube.com/@LulubugsGarden More LULUBUG Podcast episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@LulubugsPodcastForParents Follow LULUBUG: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lulubugspodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lulubugspodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61593967364918 Website: https://www.lulubugsgarden.com/ #ParentingPodcast #ChildDevelopment #BigFeelings

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If you’ve ever wondered how to help your child manage big feelings—like anxiety, sadness, or frustration—this podcast is for you. Lulubug’s Podcast for Parents pairs each episode with Lulubug’s Garden on YouTube, so your child learns emotional skills while you get expert, practical strategies. Hosted by Jil Hunter and pediatric psychologist Dr. Karen Manotas, each episode gives you simple tools to handle tantrums, support anxiety, and build resilience in kids ages 3–7. 🎧 New episodes weekly. Subscribe to connect with your child in a whole new way.

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  • Creator
    Lulubug's Podcast
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    19
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