69 episodes

Tips and Scripts for Families on Roads Less Traveled.
It's for parents and clinicians wondering "What To Say When." It’s thoughts from the best of both worlds- the place where office couch wisdom meets living room couch experience. Race. Gender. Adoption. Child Psychology.

I look forward sharing this with you!

Real World Parenting Dr Laura S Anderson

    • Kids & Family
    • 5.0 • 10 Ratings

Tips and Scripts for Families on Roads Less Traveled.
It's for parents and clinicians wondering "What To Say When." It’s thoughts from the best of both worlds- the place where office couch wisdom meets living room couch experience. Race. Gender. Adoption. Child Psychology.

I look forward sharing this with you!

    Shifting Gears for 2024

    Shifting Gears for 2024

    I love podcasting and the platform we've built with Real World Parenting. I could do this all day every day. That being said, this year I'm focusing my energy on my practice and on doing national and international trainings.
    You can find more in the meantime on my blog, newsletter, and online courses.
    I truly appreciate your ongoing support, and I'm eager to reconnect with you for a fresh and empowering podcast in the future.
    www.drlauraanderson.com
    https://drlsanderson.thinkific.com

    • 5 min
    Heartfelt Adoption: From Viral Moments to Real Parenting with Kaitlyn Moreau Thibodeaux

    Heartfelt Adoption: From Viral Moments to Real Parenting with Kaitlyn Moreau Thibodeaux

    Tune in for a heartfelt account of navigating the complex emotions of sadness, joy, and overwhelming feelings that come with adoption. Dr. Laura Anderson invites Kaitlyn Moreau Thibodeaux on to share her experience in adopting a child and what she has learned along the way. Learn about the importance of making space for both the challenges and joys, and why embracing the full spectrum of emotions is crucial in serving your child in the best way possible.
    What You Will Learn:
    The effects of going viralSitting with the scope of real experiences people share in the commentsDo not avoid the hard parts, so there is room for the good partsAdoption is both painful and beautifulhttps://www.tiktok.com/@kaitlynmoreau2

    • 43 min
    Natural Hair Care with Shalita Grant

    Natural Hair Care with Shalita Grant

    Join us in this candid and empowering episode as we sit down with Shalita Grant for a conversation about natural hair care. Best known for her role in NCIS: New Orleans, Shalita opens up about the realization that her hair was becoming an obstacle in her acting career.
    As an actress with Type 4 hair, the tightest texture on the hair chart, she faced unique challenges while on NCIS New Orleans. Shalita experienced traction alopecia in her second season and significant hair loss along her hairline in the third season, ultimately leading to her decision to break contract and leave her job by the fourth season. These experiences led to Shalita creating the Four Naturals solution.
    Delve into the emotional aspects of her experience and gain insights on fostering a healthy relationship with hair, especially for kids.
    What You Will Learn:
    Why Shalita quit NCISShalita's journey with hair loss and hair careAbout Shalita's 4 Naturals hair treatment solutionsThe emotional trauma from poor hair careHelping kid's foster healthy hair and a healthy relationship to their hair

    • 38 min
    Medical Self Care with Suzanne Rabi Soliman, PharmD, BCMAS

    Medical Self Care with Suzanne Rabi Soliman, PharmD, BCMAS

    Self care is more than just a massage. Many overlook the full spectrum of prioritizing and taking care of yourself. It's time to debunk the myth that true self-care is selfish – in reality, prioritizing ourselves is essential for survival, and benefits everyone around us. Dr. Laura Anderson invites Suzanne Soliman to Real World Parenting to explore practical, tangible steps for achieving balance, the normalcy of feeling guilty, and how you can practice setting healthy boundaries.
    Suzanne Soliman is a Board Certified Pharmacist, Professor / Author, andMedia Host and Contributor. Suzy founded the Pharmacist Moms Group which is the largest organization of pharmacists in the United States. Suzy has over 100 publications and presents nationally on pharmacy, parenting and women issues.
    What You Will Learn:
    Practicing preventative careCreating schedules are importantSelf care is survivalistLearning to say no and feeling guilty is normalThe importance of setting boundariesIt is healthy for our children to see us more balancedhttps://www.drsuzannesoliman.com
    https://www.instagram.com/drsuzannesoliman/

    • 33 min
    Dyslexia Demystified: Parenting from a Strengths Perspective with Russel Van Brocklin

    Dyslexia Demystified: Parenting from a Strengths Perspective with Russel Van Brocklin

    Join Dr. Laura Anderson in this episode as she and her guest, Russel Van Brocklin, dispel common misconceptions about dyslexia and offer a fresh perspective that emphasizes strengths. Discover effective methods for skill-building and concrete resources. Plus, Russel shares his personal journey, revealing the unique advantages of being dyslexic.
    Russel Van Brocklin's wish is to communicate with parents, tutors and teachers to help their struggling dyslexic students significantly improve their comprehension, writing and organizational skills. As a dyslexic himself, Russel knows the pain and shame that often accompanies dyslexia and understands the financial and emotional strain this condition can place on families as they search for answers and support. He has developed a unique system for teaching writing skills to highly motivated students with dyslexia.
    What You Will Learn:
    What is Dyslexia and how do we define it?What helps and why do these methods work?How ai can support people with dyslexia
    Resources:
    https://dyslexiaclasses.com

    • 44 min
    Financial Planning For College with Ann Garcia

    Financial Planning For College with Ann Garcia

    Ann Garcia, aka The College Financial Lady, has helped thousands of families save millions of dollars on college. This week, Dr. Laura Anderson invites Ann on to share valuable strategies and pertinent information to set you and your child up for success in saving for their future. Great college options are available at every price point and there are various steps you can take to feel more prepared in this process.Ann Garcia is a fee-only Certified Financial Planner and managing partner of Independent Progressive Advisors, Ann specializes in helping families balance the desire to support their children’s dreams with the reality of funding their own lives. What You Will Learn:
    What gets in the way of parents having a clear cut plan for paying for college529 plans - what they are and how to use themHow to talk to your child about financesFinancial aid, and eligibilityDifferent types of scholarshipsWhat to look for when looking for collegesDon't count yourself outFAFSA and how it worksHow to balance your savings between college and retirementwww.howtopayforcollege.com

    • 49 min

Customer Reviews

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10 Ratings

10 Ratings

Meggrissom ,

Real conversations! Parenting is hard!

Great interview and questions about neurofeedback. We use technology for practically all we do- why not use it to help the brain learn to better regulate 🧠💪🏼. Moms on Missions stuff done! #momonamission

jsinar ,

Honest, insightful conversations

I love the straightforward presentation of complex topics. Parents, therapists…all humans would benefit from listening!

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