Mom Enough: A Parenting Podcast mother-daughter co-hosts Dr. Marti Erickson & Dr. Erin Erickson

In This Episode:Do you have a young adult child who is heading off to college? Or even a high-schooler who is planning for college? Are you wondering what to do about money management as they prepare to go off on their own? It's never too early to start teaching money management techniques to support your child in getting a healthy start to their financial life.Founder & President of Share Save Spend®, Nathan Dungan joins Marti & Erin for this essential conversation on money management for college students. Nathan discusses top priorities for helping college-bound young adults proactively and successfully management their finances. He also highlights important information about loans and credit cards, and has suggestion that parents can implement now to ensure their future (or current) college student has the knowledge they need to be smart with money.WHAT STEPS WILL YOU TAKE TO HELP YOUR YOUNG ADULT DEVELOP A HEALTHY FINANCIAL LIFE?What steps will you take to support your college-bound child in learning to budget? How can you ensure your child gets clear on needs versus wants? What will you do to model a healthy financial life for your children? When it comes to credit cards and loans, what will you be mindful of as you engage your young adult child in learning about this important aspect of financial life?

In This Episode:Many of us have memories of struggling with math as children or feeling anxious about the subject. Research shows that these early experiences can shape our attitudes towards math and other STEM subjects later in life. As parents, we often want to help our children develop a positive relationship with math, but may not know where to start. In this episode, Mom Enough® co-hosts Dr. Marti Erickson and Dr. Erin Erickson delve into the world of teaching kids math with our guest, Sara Reichstadt.Sara Reichstadt, Director of Education at Kinderberry Hill - Preschool and Child Development Centers (a supporting partner of Mom Enough), joins us to share her wealth of knowledge on making math an enjoyable and integral part of children's daily lives. With practical tips and engaging strategies, Sara explains how parents and caregivers can highlight math education at home, incorporate fun math activities into everyday routines, and foster a positive attitude towards learning math. Whether you're looking to strengthen your child's math skills or inspire a lifelong love for learning, this episode offers valuable insights and simple strategies you can use today. HOW ARE YOU INTEGRATING MATH LEARNING AT HOME?Why is math so important for children? How are you highlighting math learning in a typical day as a family? What are some ways you and your child have fun with math? How can we promote a positive attitude towards math as parents?

In This Episode:In the early months of a child’s life many dads struggle to find their role in caring for the baby and supporting mom through those exhausting days and nights. And sometimes we moms send messages, subtle and not-so-subtle, that dad just can’t measure up to our standards of care. In the long run, everyone will win (mom, dad, child) if dad is fully engaged as a caregiver. Andre Dukes, Vice President of Family and Community Impact (formerly Family Academy Director) for the Northside Achievement Zone in Minneapolis, joins Marti & Erin to discuss why dads matter in child development, the benefits of father involvement throughout a child’s life and what we all can do to help men be the dads their children need. WHY DO DADS MATTER?In what ways is the father of your children involved in their daily lives? How is that the same as or different than how your fathers were involved when you two were young? Based on what you heard on the role of father in child development in this Mom Enough show, how could you help your children’s father become even more comfortable and confident as a dad?

In This Episode:In this insightful episode, we are joined by Susan Beaulieu, an Anishinaabe woman, a citizen of the Red Lake Nation in Minnesota, and a mom. Susan brings a wealth of experience from nearly two decades of working with Indigenous communities in various capacities, including project development, training, and facilitation in the areas of community and youth development, trauma, and healing. As the Healing Justice Director at NDN Collective, an ACE Interface Master Trainer, and a certified Mind-Body Medicine facilitator, Susan's dedication to fostering right relationships, health, and well-being shines through her work and personal journey.In This Episode, which is brought to you by Mom Enough® supporting partner, Help Me Grow MN: ACEs, Trauma, and Healing:Susan shares her personal journey of how Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), trauma, and healing have intersected in her life, leading her to the impactful work she does today. She also shares how her understanding of these topics and their interconnection have changed over time and what this has meant for her professionally and personally. Traditional Indigenous Practices for Healing:Discover the profound impact traditional Indigenous healing practices have had on Susan and how they shape her work today. Motherhood and Parenting:With children ranging from 5 to 25 years of age, Susan reflects on how her journey has influenced her parenting. Insights on Healing from Trauma:Susan shares some of the most significant insights from her own healing journey, offering wisdom that can help others on their path to healing and well-being. Join us for a conversation filled with deep reflections, practical wisdom, and insights on the power of traditional Indigenous practices. Tune in to hear Susan Beaulieu's experiences and expertise on trauma and healing. Don't forget to subscribe and listen to our hundreds of on Spotify, YouTube, iTunes, or wherever you listen to your podcasts! WHAT DID YOU LEARN ON TRAUMA AND PARENTING IN THIS EPISODE?How did Susan Beaulieu’s personal experiences with trauma shape her work? What are some key takeaways from Susan's insights on the power of traditional Indigenous healing practices? How can mind-body practices be incorporated into daily parenting routines to support healing? In what ways did Susan's journey influence her approach to parenting her four children? What aspects of Susan's story resonated most with you and why?

In This Episode:Before contemplating how to be a happier parent, we should think back to when we decided to become parents. We probably envisioned the fun of playing with our children, laughter and conversations around the dinner table and pride and joy in watching our children grow and learn. But, for many of us, we find those images replaced by days of rushed meals (or just a snack bar in the car), hectic drives from one sports event or music lesson to another and exhausted family members spending more time with their tech devices than with each other.Writer KJ Dell’Antonia, former editor of the New York Times Motherlode blog, wanted to find out what had happened to happiness and what it would take for parents to find the joy they longed for. As she explains in her lively discussion with Marti & Erin on how to be a happier parent, KJ learned that joy comes with small changes – not by doing more, but by doing things differently. And she learned that when parents are happier, kids are too! WHAT WILL IT TAKE FOR YOU TO BE A HAPPIER PARENT?When are you happiest in your life as a parent? When are you least happy – and maybe sad, angry or resentful? What small changes could you make in your daily life to try to create more genuine happiness for you and your children?

In This Episode:Have you had one of those moments when you said the wrong thing to your child? Perhaps a time when you were angry and didn't communicate effectively? The reality is, sometimes we're just not in the state of mind to communicate in effective ways.Tune in as William Stixrud, PhD, joins Marti & Erin Erickson of Mom Enough to discuss how to talk with your children. He shares the importance of effective communication, how to increase the likelihood that your child will actually hear what you are trying to say, and how you can help your child understand their own thoughts and find their own reasons to change. You won't want to miss this insightful episode! HOW CAN YOU BUILD ON THE EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION TIPS IN THIS EPISODE?Reflecting on past experiences, can you recall a time when you struggled to effectively communicate with your child? How did it impact the situation, and what did you learn from it Dr. William Stixrud emphasizes the importance of effective communication with our children. What strategies or techniques have you found helpful in increasing the likelihood that your child will truly listen to what you have to say? Dr. Stixrud also discusses the importance of helping our children understand their own thoughts and motivations. How do you foster self-awareness and reflection in your child, and what challenges have you encountered in this process?