Securely Attached

Dr. Sarah Bren

Parenting Strategies

Child Development

Parenting

Emotional Regulation

ADHD

Child Psychology

Attachment Theory

Biting

Child Behavior

Toddler Development

Behavioral Issues

Integrative Attachment Family Therapy

Sensory Development

Social Interaction

Mental Health

Collaborative Problem Solving

Feedback Loops

Behavior Audit

Positive Reinforcement

Parenting Advice

Securely Attached is your go-to parenting podcast, supporting moms and dads from pregnancy all the way through their child's adolescence and every stage in between. Join us every Tuesday as clinical psychologist and mom of two Dr. Sarah Bren shares her expertise and interviews top experts in the field, simplifying complicated concepts and pulling back the curtain on the brain science and psycholog... more

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	398	Founded	5 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Kids & FamilyHealth & FitnessMental HealthParenting

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Latest Episodes

Why kids remember more when they write by hand: What screens might be costing your child's brain with Dr. Audrey van der Meer

Dr. Audrey van der Meer, developmental neuroscientist and Professor of Neuropsychology at NTNU, joins me to talk about what's happening inside our children's brains when they write by hand versus type on a keyboard and what the shift toward fully dig... more

Yesterday • 1 hr 2 min

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Q&A: How can I teach my toddler to clean up their toys without power struggles?

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about...

• Why cleanup time can be surprisingly hard for young children.

• What's really happening in your toddler's brain and body when they a... more

19 Mar 2026 • 25 min

Secure attachment and dads: How fathers' inner worlds shape their parenting with Dr. Jett Stone

Dr. Jett Stone, clinical psychologist and author of Quiet Your Mind: A Men's Guide, joins me to talk about paternal mental health and the invisible emotional load modern fathers are carrying, many without language, models, or permission to talk about... more

17 Mar 2026 • 57 min

Q&A: Is letting my anxious child sleep in my bed helping or making their anxiety worse?

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about...

• Whether letting your anxious child sleep in your bed reinforces anxiety or supports emotional security.

• The difference between att... more

12 Mar 2026 • 26 min

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Recent Guests

Dr. Jett Stone

Clinical psychologist specializing in men's mental health and paternal well-being

Private practice; author of Quiet Your Mind, A Men's Guide

Episode: Secure attachment and dads: How fathers' inner worlds shape their parenting with Dr. Jett Stone

Michaeleen Doucleff

Science journalist and bestselling author

Author of Dopamine Kids

Episode: The dopamine trap: Why screens and ultra-processed foods keep kids wanting more (but never satisfied) with Michaeleen Doucleff

Imran Ahmed

Founder and CEO of the Center for Countering Digital Hate

Center for Countering Digital Hate

Episode: AI, algorithms, and social media: How to protect your child from digital harm and advocate for change with Imran Ahmed

Dr. Nancy O'Hara

Pediatrician and leading expert in PANS and PANDAS

Episode: PANS and PANDAS explained: Why some children develop sudden OCD, anxiety, or tics after illness with Dr. Nancy O'Hara

Dr. W. Thomas Boyce

Pediatrician, researcher, and author of The Orchid and the Dandelion.

Episode: Orchid and dandelion children: How sensitivity shapes children's health, behavior, and resilience with Dr. W. Thomas Boyce

Lizzie Assa

Founder of The Workspace for Children and author of "But I'm Bored"

The Workspace for Children

Episode: How to build a family culture of play: Raising self-directed kids who play independently with Lizzie Assa

Dr. Saumya Dave

A psychiatrist, mental health advocate, and the author of the novel 'The Guilt Pill'

Episode: Mom guilt, good guilt, and letting go: How to tell when guilt is helping you (and when it's holding you back) with Dr. Saumya Dave

Dr. Doug Bolton

Clinical psychologist, longtime educational leader, and author of 'Untethered.'

Episode: Is America's achievement culture fueling a mental health crisis in our kids? With Dr. Doug Bolton

Dr. Daniel Golshevsky

Pediatrician and global parenting educator

Episode: Settling your unsettled baby: How to read your child's cues, build routines, and trust your instincts with pediatrician Dr. Golly

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Dr. Sarah Bren

Clinical psychologist and mom of two; discusses brain science and secure parent-child relationships; frequently hosts solo and interview formats

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 220 ratings

This has been a key ingredient in my healing and mothering!! Thank you! Highly recommend this podcast and also the book “When Good Moms Feel Bad”
Audible
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SunLover
United Statesa month ago
Helping a deregulated child
I just listened to the episode on what to say when your child says “I’m stupid” etc. I learnt so much about self regulation before helping a child. I took away lots of tools and things to say. Both in moment and later at a debrief. And also some tools to help my child become more resilient and confident.
Thank you so much. I’ll be back for more episodes.
Apple Podcasts
5
Hannah10182
United Kingdom2 months ago
Nuanced, balanced, and genuinely helpful
This podcast has been an incredible resource for me as a parent. I’ve been a listener since day one, and over the years I’ve learned so much from the nuance and balanced conversations shared here.
The guest interviews are consistently thoughtful and knowledgeable, and Dr. Sarah Bren is a fantastic host. She has a rare ability to hold space for guests without interrupting, while still gently guiding the conversation in a way that makes it feel nuanced, well-rounded, and genuinely interesting.
Wha... more
Apple Podcasts
5
PWCIE
United States3 months ago
Grateful
Thank you Sarah and Caity for the podcast on breath holding and for answering my question. I am so grateful! It was super comforting knowing you both have experienced it too and the information you gave has certainly helped my understanding of breath holding spells. I feel more confident now that I can support my little boy in the way he needs before during and after these spells. Thank you again!
Katie
Apple Podcasts
5
KS9024
Australia3 months ago
Enlightening & Insightful
I just finished the episode about Social Anxiety and Parenting. Dr. Sarah and her guest offered excellent insight and guidance surrounding this topic. I’m looking forward to listening to many more episodes!
Apple Podcasts
5
amybird1981
United States9 months ago

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High-quality guests and thoughtful, non-judgmental hosting.

Listeners appreciate the Beyond the Sessions format and actionable tips.

Engaging, practical, evidence-based guidance for real-life parenting.

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Apple Podcasts	#87	United States/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#125	United Kingdom/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#223	United Kingdom/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts	#238	Canada/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#107	Australia/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#188	Italy/Kids & Family/Parenting

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Q&A: Is letting my anxious child sleep in my bed helping or making their anxiety worse?

Q: Is letting my anxious child sleep in my bed helping them feel secure or making their fear worse?

It's not a simple yes or no; the impact depends on the broader family system, how the sleep arrangement is framed, and whether you're using it as a temporary accommodation while you simultaneously work on distress tolerance and other supports. The clinicians suggest that you can balance both approaches and that gradual, targeted changes often work better than blanket rules.

Secure attachment and dads: How fathers' inner worlds shape their parenting with Dr. Jett Stone

Q: What role does intergenerational patterning play in shaping fathers' current behavior?

Many dads carry internalized narratives from older generations; recognizing and naming these patterns through reflection helps them deviate from unhelpful templates and adopt healthier, more intentional parenting styles.

Secure attachment and dads: How fathers' inner worlds shape their parenting with Dr. Jett Stone

Q: How can dads involve themselves more in parenting without triggering gatekeeping or overwhelming the mom?

Create space for dads to learn and practice in low-stakes settings, use before/during/after moments to teach values, and encourage storytelling that ties their own experiences to parenting lessons.

Secure attachment and dads: How fathers' inner worlds shape their parenting with Dr. Jett Stone

Q: What are the common struggles millennial dads face when entering therapy or seeking support?

They often lack a blueprint for fathering, feel uncertain about how to lead with authority while staying connected, and worry about being perceived as secondary in the household; therapy can provide language and models to align their values with practical actions.

Q&A: How can I teach my toddler to clean up their toys without power struggles?

Q: How can I help a three-and-a-half-year-old reliably clean up without the power struggles I'm worried about?

Focus on concrete, doable steps: set a timer or a clear, small directive (e.g., 'please pick up that card'), scaffold the task with you doing most of the initial work and the child doing progressively more, add pre-planned routines and a cleanup song to cue behavior, and narrate the process to normalize it. Also build in emotional priming and give the child time, gradually reducing your involvement as they gain competence, and celebrate small victories to reinforce the behavior.

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This show centers on practical, evidence-based parenting guidance grounded in psychology and child development. Frequent topics include toddler behavior, discipline strategies, sleep, siblings, and navigating modern parenting challenges such as social media, anxiety, and school readiness. Guests range from clinicians and researchers to parenting experts, offering actionable tools, real-life examples, and compassionate, non-judgmental approaches. A standout aspect is the long-running Beyond the Sessions segment, where guest experts and practicing moms tackle listener questions with actionable insights and accessible science, making complex concepts relatable for everyday parenting.

A key strength is the emphasis on secure parent-child relat... more

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2. Michaeleen Doucleff
3. Imran Ahmed
4. Dr. Nancy O'Hara
5. Dr. W. Thomas Boyce
6. Lizzie Assa
7. Dr. Saumya Dave
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