Securely Attached

Dr. Sarah Bren

Child Development

Parenting

Parenting Strategies

Emotional Regulation

Mental Health

Attachment Theory

Anxiety

ADHD

Toddler Development

Psychology

Parent-Child Relationships

Motherhood

Resilience

Developmental Psychology

Divorce

Parenting Challenges

Child Psychology

Conflict Resolution

Self-Regulation

Emotional Support

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	Daily	Episodes	439	Founded	5 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	ParentingHealth & FitnessKids & FamilyMental Health

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Latest Episodes

Q&A: How can I get my child to be potty trained at night?

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

• Why staying dry overnight is very different from daytime potty training, and what many potty training books... more

13 Aug 2026 • 18 min

How to use music to strengthen your child's attachment, reduce stress, and create more moments of connection with Vered Benhorin

Vered Benhorin, music therapist and Baby in Tune founder, joins me to explore how music and connection can be powerful tools in your parenting toolbox.

Together we explore:

• Why creating just a few intentional moments of connection each day ma... more

11 Aug 2026 • 45 min

Q&A: Does my child have anxiety or are they just highly sensitive?

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

• Why some children seem to worry about everything, from strange noises to monsters under the bed, even when nothing dangerous is hap... more

6 Aug 2026 • 22 min

Back by Popular Demand: What to do when your child says, "I'm stupid," "I hate myself," or "I'm a bad kid"

As part of our 5-Year Anniversary Summer Series, we're bringing back one of the most impactful parenting conversations in Securely Attached history.

Few moments are more heartbreaking than hearing your child say, "I'm stupid," "I'm a bad kid," "I h... more

4 Aug 2026 • 40 min

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Recent Guests

Dr. Emily Upshur

Clinical psychologist and partner at Upshur Bren Psychology Group

Upshur Bren Psychology Group

Episode: Back by Popular Demand: What to do when your child says, "I'm stupid," "I hate myself," or "I'm a bad kid"

Uma Naidoo

Harvard-trained nutritional psychiatrist, professional chef, nutrition specialist, author

This Is Your Brain on Food; Calm Your Mind with Food

Episode: The gut-brain connection: How food affects your child's mood, behavior, and mental health with Dr. Uma Naidoo

Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum

Neuroscientist and author

Episode: Back by Popular Demand: The neuroscience of sleep training, bed sharing, and baby sleep with Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum

Oren Jay Sofer

Meditation teacher, certified trainer of nonviolent communication, author

Oren Jay Sofer / Say What You Mean

Episode: Nonviolent Communication in parenthood: A communication framework that can transform the way you parent with Oren Jay Sofer

Dana Rosenbloom

Founder of Dana's Kids; early childhood specialist

Dana's Kids

Episode: Back by Popular Demand: Teaching children emotion regulation through co-regulation with Dana Rosenbloom

Debbie Reber

Founder of Tilt Parenting, host of Tilt Parenting Podcast, author of Differently Wired

Tilt Parenting

Episode: Raising a neurodivergent child: How connection, co-regulation, and self-compassion change everything with Debbie Reber

Emily Upshur

Guest psychologist joining the Beyond The Sessions segment

Dr. Emily Upshur, Psychologist

Episode: Q&A: Why does my child follow me from room to room?

Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary

Clinical psychologist, researcher, professor of psychology and neuroscience, director of the Emotion Regulation Lab

The City University of New York

Episode: Why anxiety can be good for us: Helping your child handle fear, uncertainty, and discomfort with Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary

Andrea Vacca

Collaborative divorce attorney; founder of Vacca Family Law Group

Vacca Family Law Group

Episode: How collaborative divorce and positive psychology can reduce conflict and support your children with Andrea Vacca

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Dr. Sarah Bren

Host and clinical psychologist focusing on child development and parenting strategies.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 237 ratings

Go-to parenting podcast
So helpful in understanding early childhood development. I love how it presents parenting issues in a non-judgmental, focused but not dry, and ND-affirming way. I especially love the extra episodes that address parent questions directly - even when I think they’re not relevant to my family, I end up gaining some wisdom or perspective that’s helpful.
Apple Podcasts
5
Hebdofbehdjenriej
United Statesa month ago
Excellent Resource (PANS/PANDAS
I stumbled across this podcast via Dr NancyO’Hara’s Demystifying PANS?PANDAS.
I found the SPACE technique was explained in a clear, common sense and achievable way. Huge emphasis on removing blame from parents and giving confidence to make small changes one at time to give your child small wins and confidence to take on other accommodations. It all just made sense. The podcast is so informative, even if you do not relate to a specific topic being discussed the knowledge gained is very useful... more
Apple Podcasts
5
BigAlOnline
United Kingdom3 months ago
Love the variety!
I love that this podcast covers so many different aspects of parenting. Listening to it keeps me out of the shame-zone and moves me into a good headspace for parenting.
Apple Podcasts
5
Parr Momma
United States4 months ago
Wonderful, Helpful, and Healing
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
5
SunLover
United States6 months ago
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
5
SunLover
United States6 months ago

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Fans value the mix of research and real-life family scenarios and hands-on tips.

Listeners praise evidence-based, practical parenting insights that are easy to apply.

Many appreciate the compassionate, non-judgmental tone and practical tools for everyday parenting.

Episodes are nuanced, balanced, and genuinely helpful with expert guests.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts	#177	United States/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#148	Canada/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#54	Australia/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#99	Italy/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#169	Australia/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts	#234	France/Kids & Family/Parenting

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Q&A: Does my child have anxiety or are they just highly sensitive?

Q: I have a question about anxiety... a three and a half year old who seems to have an overall anxious nature.

The hosts acknowledge the question as thoughtful and discuss initial diagnostic considerations, emphasizing whether the pattern reflects generalized anxiety or a highly sensitive, sensorily overwhelmed child, and outlining early questions to determine patterns, timing, and themes.

Q&A: Is my 3-year-old being rude or just acting their age?

Q: So I have a question from a listener. She is a three and a half year old. And this is what she wrote in. Hi, my three and a half year old has recently started talking back in ways that sound rude, but I honestly don't think he means to be rude. Does that make sense? If so, how and where do you start with discussions about manners, asking nicely, et cetera, with this age?

The hosts acknowledge that at this age, speech can be blunt and immediate because developmentally they're focused on getting their needs met. They suggest reframing as concrete communication, modeling polite phrases in the moment, and using teachable moments later when regulated. They emphasize not overreacting, explaining intent, and gradually teaching manners through consistent language, phrasing, and reflection rather than punishment.

Q&A: What do I do when my child says "no" to everything?

Q: What should I do when my five-year-old refuses to brush his teeth, and timeouts or logging rewards don't seem to help?

Use a collaborative approach: acknowledge the difficulty, invite the child to help brainstorm solutions, and pair tooth brushing with a quick, enjoyable routine (like a song). Also consider a short-term reward scaffold and reset the parenting pace to reduce ongoing friction, while providing autonomy in smaller, daily decisions to rebuild cooperation.

Q: Can you give a little overview of what co-regulation is?

Co-regulation is the process by which a caregiver helps a child move from a state of dysregulation to regulation through calm, grounded presence, nonverbal signals of safety, and deliberate pacing of interactions, followed by modeling and teaching strategies that the child can use as they grow.

Q&A: How can I support my child with PANS or PANDAS through anxiety and OCD?

Q: Is there a better time to start SPACE while medical treatment is ongoing for PANS/PANDAS?

The consensus is that treating OCD/anxiety can begin alongside medical treatment; starting SPACE earlier tends to be beneficial and can serve as a parallel process to medical interventions.

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A parenting-focused show that blends clinical psychology with practical, real-world guidance for families. It typically centers on child development, secure attachment, behavioral regulation, sleep, screen time, and managing household dynamics, often featuring expert guests from psychology, education, and healthcare. Unique strengths include a steady mix of research-backed concepts and accessible, action-oriented tips, plus a recurring abierta format called Beyond The Sessions that answers listener questions with clinicians. The breadth of topics and steady emphasis on compassionate, non-judgmental parenting makes it a strong fit for listeners seeking evidence-based strategies they can apply at home or in school and for sponsors targeting f... more

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1. Dr. Emily Upshur
2. Uma Naidoo
3. Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum
4. Oren Jay Sofer
5. Dana Rosenbloom
6. Debbie Reber
7. Emily Upshur
8. Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary

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