Podcast
Vaccines 101: Dr. Mike Myers on Measles, Myths & “The Vaccine Bible”
In this informative episode of Mama Mentors, Mama Beth sits down with retired physician, administrator, and science writer Dr. Mike Myers to answer some of the biggest questions parents have about vaccines. Dr. Myers shares his medical background and explains why he...
Nurturing Motivation and Purpose: Key Strategies for Young Children with Mama Mentors
In this encouraging episode of Mama Mentors, the Mamas tackle an important question from Adam: how do you help children develop purpose and motivation? The conversation explores how simple responsibilities, positive reinforcement, and age-appropriate chores can help...
Why Kids Need Adversity: Psychologist Ally Phillips on Raising Resilient Children | Mama Mentors
In this encouraging episode of Mama Mentors, Mama Beth shares a powerful conversation with 77-year-old psychologist and influencer Allie Phillips about why children need adversity to develop resilience. Drawing from Allie's own experiences with hardship and the...
Cultivating Intrinsic Faith: Encouraging Lifelong Spiritual Growth in Your Children
How do you introduce God to children in a way that truly sticks? In this episode of Mama Mentors, the mamas respond to a question from listener Jen and explore how to weave faith naturally into family life, from simple bedtime prayers to modeling trust in God through...
Insights on Favoritism in Parenting
Favoritism is one of the most sensitive topics in parenting because even the perception of it can affect sibling relationships for years. In this Mama Mentors episode, the Mamas explore how parents can love each child well while recognizing their unique personalities,...
Helping Older Siblings Adjust to a New Baby
Bringing home a new baby is exciting, but it can also be a big adjustment for older siblings. In this Mama Mentors episode, the Mamas share practical ways to help children feel secure, included, and loved as your family grows. From preparing children before the baby...
Empowering Young Men: Insights from Counselor Jarrod Hoffman on Purpose, Connection, and Resilience
In this thoughtful Mama Mentors episode, Beth Graham talks with counselor Jared Hoffman about the challenges facing young men today, including purpose, motivation, phones, pornography, confidence, and connection. Jared shares practical insight for parents who want to...
Understanding Attachment Theory with Blaise Haylock: Building Secure Bonds in Parenting
In this thoughtful Mama Mentors episode, attachment theory specialist Blaise Haylock helps unpack one of the most important foundations of parenting: secure attachment. Together, we explore how a child’s earliest relationships shape emotional health, future...
Navigating AI with Kids: Insights from AI Specialist Rowena Spencer on Safety and Connection
In this important Mama Mentors episode, AI specialist Rowena Spencer joins the conversation to help parents think clearly about artificial intelligence and its growing influence on children. From AI toys and chatbots to digital literacy and emotional safety, this...
Fostering Independence: Balancing Attachment and Autonomy in Parenting
In this Mama Mentors episode, Mama Beth and Mama Martha tackle an important parenting question: how do you stay lovingly connected to your child without holding them back from becoming independent? Together they unpack the difference between healthy attachment and...