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Dear Media

Aliza Pressman

As a parent, do you ever wish someone could just whisper some realistic and trustworthy support in your ear? And not make you feel awful for not having all the answers? Well, that’s what I’m here for. 

I'm Dr. Aliza Pressman, developmental psychologist, parent educator, asst. clinical professor, and co-founder of both Mount Sinai Parenting Center and SeedlingsGroup. And I'm a mom... trying to raise two good humans myself, so I'm in this with you!
 
In each episode, we'll go deep (but brief) with both experts and parents to share the most effective approaches and tools and talk about the important bigger picture of raising good humans. My goal is to make your parenting journey less overwhelming and a lot more joyful! 

Please join me every Friday for new episodes of Raising Good Humans.

Raising Good Humans

Join us in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Jaffe, a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist at Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Jaffe discusses the complexities of diagnosing and treating ADHD and anxiety in children, the importance of parental intuition, and when to seek professional help. He also addresses medication and when and why medication may be the best option. We also discuss the impact of environmental and genetic factors, and strategies for fostering resilience and healthy habits.

I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsL

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To Medicate or Not to Medicate? Dr. Jaffe on ADHD & Anxiety: Finding the Right Path for Your Child

Drew Barrymore thinks about the holidays, the pressure and the meaning. Also we are tackling some of the inevitable questions that come up during the holiday season, from making meaning, underplaying materialism, enjoying rituals, and what to say to our children about Santa.

I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsL

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Holiday Talks with Drew Barrymore: Is Santa Real, Creating Meaningful Traditions, and Tips on How to Cultivate Gratitude

Happy Holidays!In this episode, John Legend speaks about his experiences as a father of four, his involvement in his children's lives, and how parenthood inspired his new children's album, 'My Favorite Dream.' He shares insights into his interactions with each of his children, the challenges they face, including managing his son's type 1 diabetes, and his children's unique personalities and interests. John delves into his musical upbringing, his children's passion for music, and how it connects the family. Additionally, he discusses his advocacy for arts in education, the correlation between music and math, and his family's holiday traditions.

I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsL

Subscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: https://dralizapressman.substack.com/

Follow me on Instagram for more:

@raisinggoodhumanspodcast 

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Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

Produced by Dear Media.

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John Legend on Fatherhood, Music, and Spreading Holiday Joy

How do we teach our kids to hold strong to their values while respecting those who think differently? In this episode, Dr. Kurt Gray joins us to explore the delicate balance of instilling moral convictions in our children without fostering judgment. We dive into the research behind moral development, the importance of empathy, and practical strategies to help kids navigate a world of differing opinions. 

I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsL

Subscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: https://dralizapressman.substack.com/

Follow me on Instagram for more:

@raisinggoodhumanspodcast 

Sponsors:

YNAB: Listeners of Raising Good Humans can claim an exclusive three-month free trial, with no credit card required at “www.YNAB.com/humans.” 

ScreenDeep Podcast: Search for Screen Deep podcast wherever you get your podcast or go to children and screens.org

Molly Suds: for 20% off, go to mollyssuds.com/HUMANS

Lume: Use code HUMANS for 15% off your first purchase at LumeDeodorant.com

Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

Produced by Dear Media.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Navigating Moral Differences: How to Help Guide Your Child’s Moral Compass without Moral Righteousness with Professor Kurt Gray

In this important episode, Harvard professor Dr. Matt Nock joins us to tackle the difficult yet crucial topic of suicide and self-harm. Drawing from decades of groundbreaking research, Dr. Nock shares actionable insights on how parents can approach these conversations, identify risk factors, and foster hope. Whether or not this topic has touched your life directly, this episode offers essential guidance and support for parents navigating these challenging issues.

I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsL

Subscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: https://dralizapressman.substack.com/

Follow me on Instagram for more:

@raisinggoodhumanspodcast 

Sponsors:

YNAB: Listeners of Raising Good Humans can claim an exclusive three-month free trial, with no credit card required at “www.YNAB.com/humans.” 

Branch Basics: Get 15% off their entire order by using code HUMANS at BranchBasics.com/HUMANS

BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/HUMANS today to get 10% off your first month

Good Ranchers: Subscribe to any Good Ranchers box and use my special code HUMANS to get $25 off, free express shipping, AND your choice of free ground beef, chicken, or salmon in every order for an entire year. Goodranchers.com

Olly: Find us at a Walmart or Target near you or at OLLY.com

Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

Produced by Dear Media.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Understanding Suicide and Self-Injury: What Parents Need to Know

In this episode award-winning journalist and author Jenny Anderson joins us to discuss the alarming disengagement crisis among today’s students. Together, we explore why so many kids are checking out of learning, the hidden ways disengagement manifests, and the practical steps parents can take to reignite curiosity and foster a lifelong love of learning.

I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsL

Subscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: https://dralizapressman.substack.com/

Follow me on Instagram for more:

@raisinggoodhumanspodcast 

Sponsors:

YNAB: Listeners of Raising Good Humans can claim an exclusive three-month free trial, with no credit card required at “www.YNAB.com/humans.” 

Molly Suds: for 20% off, go to mollyssuds.com/HUMANS

Hungryroot: Hungryroot.com/humans, code humans to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life

Wayfair: Give your home the refresh it needs with Wayfair. Head to Wayfair.com right now

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Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

Produced by Dear Media.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Disengagement Crisis: Why Kids Are Falling Out of Love With Learning—and How to Change That

In today’s joint episode with Kelly Corrigan, NYT bestselling author and host of the podcast Kelly Corrigan Wonders, we explore how we can best support loved ones during times of crisis, inspired by the devastating LA wildfires. We discuss practical tools for showing up—whether through a thoughtful text, asking meaningful questions, or simply being present—and discuss the importance of connection, empathy, and understanding. 

I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsL

Subscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: https://dralizapressman.substack.com/

Follow me on Instagram for more:

@raisinggoodhumanspodcast 

Sponsors:

YNAB: Listeners of Raising Good Humans can claim an exclusive three-month free trial, with no credit card required at “www.YNAB.com/humans.” 

Lume: Use code HUMANS for 15% off your first purchase at LumeDeodorant.com

ScreenDeep: Search for Screen Deep podcast wherever you get your podcast or go to childrenandscreens.org

Apostrophe: Get your first visit for only five dollars at Apostrophe.com/HUMANS when you use our code: HUMANS

Daily Look: For 50% off your order, head to DailyLook.com and use codeHUMANS

Branch Basics: Get 15% off their entire order by using code HUMANS at BranchBasics.com/HUMANS

Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

Produced by Dear Media.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How to Show Up for Others When They Need You Most

Emotions are a fundamental part of being human—but how do we help kids navigate them without rushing to fix or suppress their feelings? This week, we sit down with emotion regulation expert Ethan Kross, author of Shift: Managing Your Emotions So They Don’t Manage You, to break down the science of emotions and self-regulation. From handling anger and anxiety to fostering emotional resilience, this conversation is packed with practical tools and insights for parents and kids alike.

I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsL

Subscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: https://dralizapressman.substack.com/

Follow me on Instagram for more:

@raisinggoodhumanspodcast 

Sponsors:

YNAB: Listeners of Raising Good Humans can claim an exclusive three-month free trial, with no credit card required at “www.YNAB.com/humans.” 

Molly Suds: for 20% off, go to mollyssuds.com/HUMANS

Olly: Find us at a Walmart or Target near you or at OLLY.com

iRestore: Get $625 off the iRestore Elite when you use code HUMANS at iRestorelaser.co

Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

Produced by Dear Media.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Managing Your Emotions So They Don't Manage You w/ Ethan Kross

In today’s episode I am joined by Neha Ruch, author of The Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break after Kids and Come Back Stronger Than Ever, to unpack the long-standing tension between stay-at-home and working moms. Together, we explore the myths, societal pressures, and hidden labor behind both choices—while challenging the idea that ambition and motherhood are at odds. Neha shares how taking a career pause can be a power move, why it’s time to end the shame around different parenting paths, and how we can better support all moms, no matter their choice.

I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsL

Subscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: https://dralizapressman.substack.com/

Follow me on Instagram for more:

@raisinggoodhumanspodcast 

Sponsors:

Apostrophe: Get your first visit for only five dollars at Apostrophe.com/HUMANS when you use our code: HUMANS

BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/HUMANS today to get 10% off your first month

Acorns Early: Head to acornsearly.com/humans or download the Acorns Early app to get started

Olly: Find us at a Walmart or Target near you or at OLLY.com

Hungryroot: For a limited time get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to Hungryroot.com/humans and use code humans.

Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

Produced by Dear Media.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are Stay-at-Home Moms Giving Up? Are Working Moms Selfish? Let’s Talk w/ Neha Ruch

In this solo episode I discuss the different ways you can cultivate adaptability and flexibility in children. I break down ten actionable strategies for parents to encourage these skills, such as modeling adaptability, introducing new experiences, encouraging problem-solving, and practicing mindfulness.

I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsL

Subscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: https://dralizapressman.substack.com/

Follow me on Instagram for more:

@raisinggoodhumanspodcast 

Sponsors:

YNAB: Claim an exclusive three-month free trial, with no credit card required at www.YNAB.com/humans

Lume: Use code HUMANS for 15% off your first purchase at LumeDeodorant.com

Wayfair: Give your home the refresh it needs with Wayfair. Head to Wayfair.com right now

Daily Look: Head to DailyLook.com to take your style quiz and use code HUMANS for 50% off your first order

Good Ranchers: Free ground beef, chicken breasts, or wild-caught salmon in every order for a year + $25 off with code HUMANS. goodranchers.com

Gabb: Gabb is offering twenty-five dollars off any device—with no contract required. Just go to GABB.com/HUMANS

Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

Produced by Dear Media.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

10 Ways to Encourage Adaptability and Flexibility

Michael Ian Black shares his children’s books to open up conversations with kids about being sad, being worried and being bored. Also, raising emotionally vulnerable boys and other useful parenting nuggets. Lastly, in this episode I am deeply disturbed to answer listeners’ questions about developmentally appropriate ways to discuss mass shootings.

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Ep 5: Michael Ian Black on sadness, worries and masculinity; and how to talk to kids about terrifying events

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