HeyJaredPhases - A Parenting podcast with Dr Courtney
Dr Courtney Tolinski (PhD, LP, NCSP — licensed clinical and school psychologist ) and her husband Scott make the science and psychology of parenting and human development fun.
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Should I Let Them Figure It Out? Helping Kids Navigate Friendship Drama. (opens the original)
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Your child comes home upset because a friend excluded them, wouldn't let them play, said something hurtful, or suddenly seems to be pulling away. As a parent, how do you know when to step in—and when to let them work it out? In this episode, we talk about: How friendships change from younger elementary through middle school. Why neurodivergent kids may need additional support navigating friendship and social situations. How to know as a parent when you should step in and what to say to your kids
Stop Asking "How Was School?" and Try This Instead. (opens the original)
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“How Was School?” “Fine.” “What Did You Do?” “Nothing.” Sound familiar? You haven’t seen your child all day, so naturally, you want to know how their day went. But for many kids, especially neurodivergent kids, the dreaded after-school questions can feel more like an interrogation than an invitation to connect. So…is it the question? The timing? Or do they really just not want to talk to us? In this episode, we’re breaking down why “How was school?” often gets us nowhere—and what parents can do
What Your Kid Says vs. What They REALLY Mean (opens the original)
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Dr. Courtney Tolinski and her husband, Scott, talk about common phrases that kids often say and break down what's likely happening underneath the surface for our kids. We talk about: "I hate school." "You're so mean!" "I can't do it." "I don't care." "Leave me alone." "I didn't do it!" "Nobody likes me." We share helpful ways to respond to these phrases - as well as what not to do - to help you feel confident the next time your child says something they may not really mean. Have a question for u
Homework Battles: What’s Actually Going On? (opens the original)
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Dr. Courtney and her husband, Scott, share their top tips for navigating homework battles at home. They discuss: What typically happens for parents when homework becomes a struggle. The science behind what really could be going on for kids - and how to help. What to avoid that often makes the homework battle worse. What to do when you need more support. Helpful Homework Tools Mentioned: Visual Timer Wiggle Stool Bumpy Cushion Checklist Got a question for Dr. Courtney? Leave it here and we may an
Books They'll Actually Read: Our Favorite Books and Reading Tech for Kids (opens the original)
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In this episode, Dr. Courtney Tolinski and her husband, Scott, share their favorite books, apps and tech for reading that they recommend for preschool and elementary aged kids. Dr. Courtney also shares her favorite books for special topics, such as neurodiversity, social/emotional development and growth mindset. Preschool Busytown books Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site Hotrod Hamster Dragons Love Tacos & High Five series How to Catch Books The Gruffalo / Room on the Broom Peppa Pig Series
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