Best Dr. Jodi Pawluski Podcasts (2025)

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53. Brain Changes Across Pregnancy 46:45

11d ago46:45

46:45

In this episode I talk with Dr Laura Pritschet about her recent research detailing how the brain changes across pregnancy. It’s a fascinating study! Dr Pritschet is a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania. For more about her see: https://www.pennlinc.io/team/laura-pritschet The study we talk about: Pr…

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181: Dare to Feel. With Alexandra Roxo 43:36

2M ago43:36

43:36

What if motherhood didn’t mean losing touch with your sensual self? Listen in and uncover insights with Alexandra Roxo. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. As we become parents our own needs often go out the window, but they don’t need to. Today’s guest shares her view on balancing our desires while caring for our family. What We Tal…

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180: Heliotropic Parenting. With Dr. Harry Cohen 35:20

2M ago35:20

35:20

Your child’s growth can be powered by your positivity. Listen in and learn how to embrace heliotropic parenting today with Dr. Harry Cohen. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. My guest today shares important business mindset and strategies to be an effective and compassionate parent. What We Talked About: What is and how can the heli…

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179: Sleep Secrets. With Katie Sullivan 33:03

2M ago33:03

33:03

Struggling with newborn sleep routines? Listen in and discover the secrets with my guest, Katie Sullivan. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Sleep seems to be a hot topic when it comes to living with little ones. My guest today shares her secrets to having good sleep habits for the entire family. What We Talked About: The difference…

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178: Be a Nice Parent. With Randi Rubenstein 49:47

3M ago49:47

49:47

Ever wonder if being 'nice' can go too far in parenting? Listen in and join me and my guest, Randi Rubenstein for eye-opening insights! Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Is being a nice parent the answer to good parenting? My guest today shares what being nice means for today’s parents. What We Talked About: Randi's Mastermind Pare…

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177: Your Phone. With Joey Odom 40:50

3M ago40:50

40:50

Is your phone stealing attention away from your most important relationships? Listen in and discover the real impact with Joey Odom. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. I don't know about you, but sometimes my phone or other people’s phones get in the way of my relationships. Joey discovered this early on and created a product to hel…

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176: Safer Childbirth. With Gina Mundy 38:41

3M ago38:41

38:41

Do you know how to prepare for a safer childbirth experience? Listen in and hear from Gina Mundy on what you need to know. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. I never realized we needed attorneys for childbirth, yet today I speak with Gina Mundy, an attorney who specializes in childbirth cases and has defended countless families due …

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175: Healthy Kids, Happy Kids. With Dr. Elisa Song 38:16

3M ago38:16

38:16

Did you know, your child’s gut microbiome impacts their behavior and immunity? Listen in and get expert answers from Dr. Elisa Song. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Your child’s microbiome is essential to having healthy kids, happy kids. Learn from integrative pediatrician Elisa Song as she shares evidence-based choices we can ma…

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52. Oxytocin and Baby Cries 49:18

4M ago49:18

49:18

In this episode of Mommy Brain Revisited, I talk with Dr Silvana Valtcheva, a Junior Group Leader at University of Cologne in the Faculty of Medicine, about her recent work on oxytocin and it’s role in the maternal brain and behaviour. For more about Dr Valtcheva’s research see: www.valtchevalab.com Paper we talk about: Valtcheva S*#, Issa HA*, Bai…

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174: Math Mind. With Shalinee Sharma 33:02

4M ago33:02

33:02

Are you ready to spark a love for math in your child? Listen in as my guest, Shalinee Sharma, reveals her top tips. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. The Mathematical Mind is something we all possess, yet there are many myths about having a math mind or not. Today my guest shares the beauty that can be found in math and how to guid…

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173: The ABC's of Preschool. With Ms. Amber Jayne 32:06

4M ago32:06

32:06

What’s the key to thriving preschool success? Listen in as my guest, Amber Jayne, reveals it all. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. We all know how crucial children's early years of development are for their lifelong joy and success. Today we talk about how to determine what is the best environment for children to thrive. What We T…

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172: The Science of Mommy Brain. With Jodi Pawluski 42:27

4M ago42:27

42:27

Is 'Mommy Brain' real or just a myth? Listen in and discover the science behind it with my guest, Jodi Pawluski! Click here for the show notes and extra resources. So often the ‘Mommy Brain’ gets a bad wrap, but did you know everything happens for a reason!? Today I’m talking with a neuroscientist to understand the science of the mommy brain better…

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171: Yogi Beans. With Lauren Chaitoff 29:59

4M ago29:59

29:59

Can yoga help children manage big feelings and emotions? Listen in as my guest, Lauren Chaitoff shares her insights. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Yoga has always been my go-to for relaxing and feeling in tune with my physical body. Today, I’m talking with a yoga instructor who is focused on bringing this ancient practice to ch…

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170: The Imperfect Parent. With Kate Hamilton 37:36

5M ago37:36

37:36

Is there really such a thing as the perfect parent? Listen in and discover the power of being an imperfect parent with Kate Hamilton. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. I truly believe we all strive to be the best parent possible, yet when we strive for perfection is when we get ourselves in trouble. The notion of perfection is unat…

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169: A Mom Like That. With Aaisha Alvi 27:50

5M ago27:50

27:50

Could your understanding of postpartum mental health be missing a crucial piece? Listen in as my guest, Aaisha Alvi shares the realities of postpartum psychosis. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. A Mom Like That is a memoir of a woman’s journey into perinatal and postpartum mood disorders. She shares her honest and harrowing experi…

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168: Healing After Birth. With Jennifer Summerfeldt 56:36

5M ago56:36

56:36

What does it take to truly heal after a challenging birth? Listen in and find out in this powerful conversation with Jennifer Summerfeldt. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Our birth experience, how we came to the world, and how, if able, we give birth to our own have a lasting impact on our overall well-being. What We Talked About…

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167: Stop, Drop, Grow, & Glow. With Holly Swenson 37:32

5M ago37:32

37:32

⁠My guest, today is on a mission to bring more wellness, joy, and intentionality to parenting and beyond she shares her powerful approach that encourages us to embrace growth in a deeply intentional way.⁠ Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Life is all about growing, expanding, and improving ourselves the best we can. My guest shares…

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51. Dad Brain 29:38

6M ago29:38

29:38

In this episode of Mommy Brain Revisited, I talk with Dr Darby Saxbe, Professor of Psychology at USC Dornslife. We talk about her recent work on how brain changes in fathers may reflect parenting engagement and mental health risk. Fascinating! For more about Dr Saxbe see https://dornsife.usc.edu/nestlab/current-members/ Her book ‘Dad Brain’ will be…

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50. Birth and the Brain 27:28

6M ago27:28

27:28

In this episode of Mommy Brain Revisited I talk with Dr Susana Carmona, Research Scientist at the Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Gregorio Marañón in Madrid, Spain. We talk about her recent research on how a mother’s brain changes from late pregnancy to the early postpartum published in Nature Neuroscience early this year. Fascinating research…

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166: Raising Securely Attached Kids. With Eli Harwood 44:04

6M ago44:04

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Wondering how to build a strong emotional bond with your child? Listen in as my guest, Eli Harwood shares some insights. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Secure attachment is known to be the one ingredient necessary not only for our survival but also for our positive evolution as a thriving species. We are social beings and need t…

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165: The Science of Happiness. With Stella Grizont 36:07

6M ago36:07

36:07

What’s your secret formula to happiness? Listen to my guest, Stella Grizont, and find out what science has to say about it. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Ah, happiness… such a profound emotion. Did you know there was a science to it? Today we are learning how to nurture those happy vibes at home and work for both ourselves and …

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164: Rejected by Your Child. With Cathy Himlin 36:13

6M ago36:13

36:13

Has your child rejected you? Listen in and learn how to handle it with Cathy Himlin. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. It can be tough when you feel rejected by your child, especially when you are going through a separation. Today's guest, a Marriage and Family Therapist helps us understand why and how to manage these situations. W…

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163: Raising Citizens. With Lindsey Cormack 25:44

6M ago25:44

25:44

How can we prepare our children to be impactful citizens? Listen in and find out why it is important to start young. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. As parents we’re not only raising children we are raising future citizens. My guest today, a professor in Political Science, shares why it is up to us to do so and shares some action…

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162: Parenting at Your Child's Pace. With Dr. Joel Warsh 35:57

7M ago35:57

35:57

Curious about the benefits of parenting at your child's pace? Listen in as my guest, Dr. Joel Warsh shares insights you won't want to miss! Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Our children’s well-being and health are among the biggest responsibilities we take on as parents.. Yet today it has become complex to navigate the does and do…

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161: Celebrate All Families. With Anne Doherty 37:52

7M ago37:52

37:52

Do you think we should dedicate a month to celebrate families? Listen in to find out what Anne Doherty's plan to do just that. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Families are the backbone of our societies and they have evolved over time. Today my guest wants us to have a whole month every year to celebrate all families. What We Talk…

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160: Money Smart Children. With Anthony Delauney 37:12

7M ago37:12

37:12

How can you teach your child to be financially smart? Listen in as my guest, Anthony Delauney, shares his essential advice. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. You would not necessarily think of financial literacy as something a child should know, yet my guest today shares the importance of learning about finances early so we can hav…

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159: No Need to Compare. With Kathy Bowers 42:08

7M ago42:08

42:08

Why do you think comparing yourself to other parents is a trap? Listen in as my guest, Kathy Bowers explains why it's unnecessary and unhelpful. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Kathy is a nursery teacher turned life and parenting coach and shares with us some compassionate advice for modern-day parents. What We Talked About: The …

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158: Becoming Brave Together. With Jessica Patay 28:50

7M ago28:50

28:50

Are you ready to uncover the power of shared courage? Listen in as my guest, Jessica Patay shares her inspiring story. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Parenting is already a journey with many ups and downs add to it a child with special needs, then the community becomes your lifeline. Jessica created an amazing international comm…

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49. Nesting and Neurons 51:49

8M ago51:49

51:49

In this episode of Mommy Brain Revisited I talk with Dr Nicolas Renier, the Team Leader of the Laboratory of Structural Plasticity at the Paris Brain Institute. We talk about his work on the neural mechanisms modulating nest building in mice during pregnancy. A fascinating study with amazing neuroscience techniques. We also talk about the value of …

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157: Ditch the Sippy Cup. With Dawn Winkelmann 46:10

8M ago46:10

46:10

Do you know whether your child's sippy cup is doing more harm than good? Listen to my guest, an infant feeding expert for the answers. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. An infant feeding expert explains why it’s best to ditch the sippy cup and use an open cup instead when teaching children to learn to drink on their own. She also s…

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156: Be Seen. With Marisa Peters 38:07

8M ago38:07

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Have you ever had a gut feeling that something was off? Listen in as Marisa Peters inspires and encourages people to embrace being seen. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Being a new parent can be stressful and exhausting; add to it a devastating health diagnosis, and you’re in for some very challenging times. Today, my guest share…

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155: Oh, Crap! I’m a Parent. With Jamie Glowacki 46:31

8M ago46:31

46:31

Are you confused by all the parenting advice available? Listen in to hear what Jamie Glowacki has to say about modern parenting. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Tune in to an animated discussion about parenting and how we might be messing it up. Jamie and I covered much ground today, from gentle parenting techniques to potty trai…

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154: The Opt-Out Family. With Erin Loechner 40:06

8M ago40:06

40:06

How can opting out of the digital world lead to a more fulfilling family life? Listen in as my guest, Erin Loechner shares her inspiring stories. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Making choices about what we bring into our homes or put in our children’s hands has been a long-standing issue I would like to examine. Today, Erin Loec…

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48. Growing a Social Brain 53:26

9M ago53:26

53:26

In this episode of Mommy Brain Revisited I talk with Dr Shir Atzil an Assistant Professor at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.We discuss her recent Perspective in Nature Human Behaviour titled ‘Growing A Social Brain’. A must read! We talk about the importance of a caregiver or caregivers in growing a social brain, what happens when infants are m…

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153: Let Grow. With Lenore Skenazy 41:42

9M ago41:42

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How can you empower your child to embrace independence? Listen in to my guest, Lenore Skenazy as she shares her time-tested insights. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Today’s guest was named “America’s Worst Mom” for supporting her son's desire to take the subway home 16 years ago. Since then, she has been on a mission to support …

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152: Fruits of Motherhood. With Linda Fruits 36:27

9M ago36:27

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Have you ever considered changing your family dynamics? Listen in as my guest, Linda Fruits, shares her journey of changing family dynamics. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Sometimes, I encounter people whose life stories intrigue me. Today is no exception. Linda shares her family dynamics as it evolves from the stereotypical het…

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151: Turning Little Stones. With Caroline Allen 37:16

9M ago37:16

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Are you burnt out working as a childcare provider? Listen in as my guest, Caroline Allen shares her insights on how to keep the joy and wonder alive. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. I can relate to Caroline’s words. When I started in a Montessori environment as a second career, some days were hard, yet that sense of wonder kept m…

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150: Feeding Matters. With Jaclyn Pederson 33:47

9M ago33:47

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Is your child's picky eating a sign of something more? Listen in to discover support and insights with my guest, Jaclyn Pederson. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Feeding matters; parents often complain about their child's picky eating habits. We start to wonder if we’re doing something wrong, if our child is a picky eater, or if …

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149: Prioritizing Motherhood. With Erica Komisar 30:16

10M ago30:16

30:16

Do you strongly feel that staying home would be best for your child? Listen in to find out why your hunch is correct and critical. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. We know in our mama's heart that staying home with our children is important because they need us to. Today, my guest confirmed this instinct we have as mothers and why…

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47. Bonding with Bump: Interoception and Pregnancy 56:45

10M ago56:45

56:45

In this episode of Mommy Brain Revisited I talk with Dr Catherine Preston, an Associate Professor at the University of York. We talk about body sensations in pregnancy, trusting your perinatal body, bonding to bump, birth experience, and more.We also talk about the need to focus our research on pregnancy and importance of understanding the connecti…

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148: Transformed by Birth. With Britta Bushnell 45:38

10M ago45:38

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Are you curious about the magic of daily rituals? Listen in and learn from my guest, Britta Bushnell, how they can transform your life. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. I’ve always been fascinated by the transformative process of birth, and why I became a birth doula. Today, I’m excited to be speaking with Britta, a seasoned child…

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147: The Confident Teen Blueprint. With Karleen Savage 43:13

10M ago43:13

43:13

Do you want to foster confidence in your teen better? Listen in and discover how you can start today at home. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Helping our teenagers feel confident is critical to their well-being and future success, starting at home. Karleen shares her personal and professional experience as a conflict resolution e…

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146: Childhood Unplugged. With Katherine Martinko 32:22

10M ago32:22

32:22

Is your child's screen time stealing precious moments? Listen in as my guest, Katherine Martinko, shares how to unplug and reclaim childhood. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. What We Talked About: Katherine’s desire to write her book “Childhood Unplugged.”’ The effects of excessive screen time have on our children's development an…

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145: A Race Against Blindness. With Stephen Johnston 31:29

10M ago31:29

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How far would you go to save your child's vision? Listen in as Stephen Johnston shares his mission to fight blindness for his son and thousands of others. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. It’s hard to imagine losing one sight, and even more heartbreaking to discover that your child is. My guest today is a father on a mission to fi…

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46. A Model of Perinatal Mental Illness 52:11

11M ago52:11

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In this episode of Mommy Brain Revisited I talk with Dr Danielle Stolzenberg, an Associate Professor at UC Davis, about the nonhormonal basis of parenting, modelling perinatal mental illness, and the 51 Foundation which she started. We also talk about the need to understand current treatments for perinatal mental illness (particularly SSRIs) and th…

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144: Rise Above the Story. With Karena Kilcoyne 34:11

11M ago34:11

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Do you have difficulty overcoming past trauma to start living the life you desire? Tune in to listen to Karena’s transformative insights. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. The negative stories we tell ourselves can be quite damaging to our well-being. My guest today shares how to move beyond so we can rise above the story to live a…

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143 The Impacts of Tech on Our Lives. With Forest Bronzan 35:34

11M ago35:34

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Do you struggle with digital consumption, whether you or your children in your home? Listen in and learn what we now know about how technology impacts our children. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. I’m concerned about technology's effects on our children’s developing brains. Today, I spoke with Forest Bronzan, a father leading glo…

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142 The Breakthrough Years. With Ellen Galinsky 54:50

11M ago54:50

54:50

What if the teenage years weren't something to fear but a breakthrough opportunity for growth? Listen in as my guest, Ellen Galinsky, unveils a fresh approach. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. Adolescence is a transformative and extremely important time in human development. In her latest book, The Breakthrough Years, Ellen Galins…

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141 Vulnerable Minds. With Marc Hauser 1:04:16

11M ago1:04:16

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Do you ever wonder how negative early life experiences shape our children’s minds? Listen in as my guest, Marc Hauser explains the effect of early childhood trauma and what we can do about it. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. I know how impressionable young brains are and have always been fascinated with the concept of the absorbe…

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140 Parenting a Disabled Child. With Kelley Coleman 38:44

12M ago38:44

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What does it take to navigate the unique journey of parenting a disabled child? Listen to Kelley Coleman as she shares her inspiring insights. Click here for the entire show notes and more from Jeanne-Marie. I created this podcast to serve parents, all parents, and today Kelley shares what it takes to parent a disabled child and shares with us her …

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