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May 1, 2024

114. How can parents help their kids manage eczema?

Join Dr. Caroline Buzanko in an enlightening conversation with Andra McHugh, founder of the Eczema Kids brand and host of the Eczema Kids podcast. In this episode, Andra shares her personal journey navigating her children’s s...

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April 24, 2024

113. Is modern parenting disconnecting our kids from joy and apprecia…

Join Andrew and Caroline as they share their recent whirlwind family trip to New Zealand. Ever try navigating a vacation with jet-lagged kids while reflecting on the deeper meanings of life? It's like trying to solve a Rubik’...

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April 17, 2024

112. Is your quest for perfect parenting actually holding you back?

Today on Parents of the Year special guest Cadence Robertson chats about overthinking and perfectionism in parenting. From hilarious family anecdotes to the deep psychological underpinnings of overthinking and the pursuit of ...

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April 10, 2024

111. How come younger generations aren’t prepared for adulting? (And …

Today on Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline discuss the complex world of generational differences, responsibility, and the challenges of adulting. They take a candid look at the expectations and realities of growing up ...

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April 3, 2024

110. What are the strengths of neurodivergent parenting in a neuromaj…

In this incredible episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline have a wonderful opportunity to chat with Wendela Marsh who sheds light on the unique experiences of autistic parents. They discuss the world of neurodive...

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March 27, 2024

109. How can parents foster true confidence in their children without…

Today on Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline discuss the intricate balance between fostering confidence and avoiding overconfidence in children. After a recent event that left them wondering if they raised overly confide...

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March 20, 2024

108. How do early life experiences influence our children’s emotional…

Today on Parents of the Year, we jump into a profound exploration of how the earliest connections between a mother and her child shape the essence of our being (and teenage brain development!. This is an interesting episode i...

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March 13, 2024

107. How can we raise children with a positive body image?

Today on Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline sit down with Marla, the creator of "Love Your Body, Love Yourself," to explore the deep and complex relationship between body image, food, and self-esteem. In this episode, w...

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March 6, 2024

106. How do busy parents keep the spark alive?

Today on Parents of the Year, despite Caroline having forgotten their anniversary, she and Andrew discuss the intricacies of maintaining a strong and loving relationship amidst the whirlwind of parenting and busy schedules. F...

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Feb. 28, 2024

105. How do we help our kids navigate acne?

Today on Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline jump into the world of teenage acne with expert Dr. Yug Varma. Discover what NOT to do when your child is struggling with acne, and gain valuable insights into effective stra...

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Feb. 21, 2024

104. How do we transform conflict to connection?

Today on Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline have an enlightening conversation with Jeremy Roadruck, known for his innovative approach to resolving conflict and fostering deep connections within families. In this episode...

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Feb. 14, 2024

103. Are You Speaking Your Child's Love Language?

Today on Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline explore the significance of showing love and belonging to our children. Unravel the mystery of the five love languages for children, adapted from the well-known concept for co...

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Feb. 7, 2024

How does bullying affect our children’swell-being and what can we do …

In this episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline discuss bullying once again. They start by talking about bullying’s profound impact on children's well-being – not only emotional and psychological but also physical...

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Jan. 31, 2024

101. What do we need to know to promote children’s dental hygiene?

Every parent knows the challenge of getting their kids to properly brush their teeth, but do they know why it's important? What about the type of products you should, or shouldn't, be using? Good dental hygiene is important t...

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Jan. 24, 2024

100. Celebrating 100 Episodes: Parenting Wisdom Feud!

Join us in a special celebration as Parents of the Year marks its 100th episode milestone! 🎈 To commemorate this momentous occasion, Andrew and Caroline bring you the "Parenting Wisdom Feud" game that's sure to entertain and ...

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Jan. 17, 2024

99. How can teaching kids about Stranger Danger be harmful? (And, why…

In today's episode of POTY (Parents of the Year), we dive into a thought-provoking topic that challenges traditional wisdom. Join Caroline and Andrew as they discuss why teaching kids to talk to strangers can be a crucial ski...

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Jan. 10, 2024

98. How do we help kids correct their mistakes?

Step into an example of exceptional parenting on today's episode of Parents of the Year! Or rather, learn from Andrew's epic failure this week. He recently faced a common parenting challenge – giving simple corrective feedba...

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Jan. 3, 2024

97. Should we set New Year's resolutions with our children?

As January unfolds, the tradition of setting New Year's resolutions becomes a topic of discussion in many households. In this (last!) replay of a thought-provoking episode, Andrew sparks a conversation about the appropriatene...

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Dec. 27, 2023

96. Holiday Special Recast: How can we stay happy and healthy for the…

In this encore presentation of a previous episode, Andrew and Caroline delve deeper into the art of enjoying the holidays to the fullest, focusing on maintaining happiness and health during the chilly weather. For those who m...

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Dec. 20, 2023

95. Holiday Special Recast: How can we make the most of the holidays?

In this special replay of a past holiday favourite, join Caroline and Andrew as they revisit the essential topic of navigating the holiday season. This episode remains as relevant and insightful as ever, offering practical ad...

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Dec. 13, 2023

94. How can we create unforgettable memories with our children?

Join Andrew and Caroline this week as they explore the beautiful journey of creating and cherishing lifelong memories with your family. In a world where life's small and big moments often pass by unnoticed, they shed light on...

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Dec. 6, 2023

93. How do we unspoil our kids (and minimize entitlement)? Part 2

In the second part of our discussion around how to unspoil your kids, this week's episode sees us diving into how not to rescue your kids, the importance of sitting with big emotions, and how you need to get comfortable …

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Nov. 29, 2023

92. How do we unspoil our kids?

Nobody sets out to spoil their kids, but it can happen over time without us realizing it. In the first part of a two-part episode, we talk about the steps parents can take to "unspoil" their kids. As with most …

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Nov. 22, 2023

91. How do we support the emotional inner world of boys? With Special…

For parents of boys, how do you raise them to be men who are caring and compassionate? This week's episode discusses the unique situation that faces boys and men alike. Where can parents start in order to improve the emotiona...

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