Securely Attached

Dr. Sarah Bren

Parenting Strategies

Parenting

Child Development

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

Positive Reinforcement

Behavior Audit

Feedback Loops

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	Daily	Episodes	403	Founded	5 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Mental HealthParentingKids & FamilyHealth & Fitness

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Latest Episodes

Q&A: What should I do when my toddler hits or pulls my hair?

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

• Why the expectation that toddlers should already know how to regulate themselves is a common parenting myth.

• What's actually... more

9 Apr 2026 • 24 min

GLP-1s and parenting: Body image, food noise, and talking to your child about changes to your body with Dr. Rachel Goldman

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy are everywhere right now. But behind the headlines and social media debates are real people navigating complicated questions about body image, health, and how to talk about these changes with their families. more

7 Apr 2026 • 47 min

Q&A: Are time-ins better than time-outs?

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

• What a time-in actually is and how it's different from a time-out.

• How to tell if your child's behavior is coming from dysre... more

2 Apr 2026 • 25 min

Back by popular demand: Attachment theory and fostering secure attachment relationships

Let's revisit the foundation of raising securely attached kids! I'm bringing back one of my first ever episodes to help parents understand the basics of how a secure attachment bond impacts children's resilience, confidence, and overall well-being.

31 Mar 2026 • 26 min

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Recent Guests

Dr. Audrey van der Meer

Developmental neuroscientist and professor of neuropsychology at Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Episode: 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. 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

Rebecca Geshuri

Therapist and co-author of "When Good Moms Feel Bad"

Episode: Why good moms feel bad (and how to stop letting your emotions run the show) with Rebecca Geshuri

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

Host

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 States2 months 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 Kingdom3 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 States4 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
Australia4 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 States10 months ago

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Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

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.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts	#151	United States/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#111	United Kingdom/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#46	Italy/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#146	Australia/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#181	Italy/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts	#30	Philippines/Kids & Family/Parenting

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Q&A: Are time-ins better than time-outs?

Q: How should a parent decide which tool to use in a given moment?

Parents should diagnose what they're trying to solve: is it regulation, skill-building, or a developmental phase? Then choose the tool that targets that issue, while staying calm and connected to support long-term growth.

Q&A: Are time-ins better than time-outs?

Q: Hi Dr. Bren, what's the core difference between time-ins and time-outs in practice?

In practice, a time-in centers on connecting, deescalating, and understanding what the child is experiencing, while a time-out is a structured consequence used when the child is in control of a behavior and the goal is to reduce reinforcement for that behavior.

Q&A: How do I handle sibling rivalry when my baby keeps touching my toddler's toys?

Q: This question is about sibling rivalry, so I feel like we might have something to say about the matter.

The speakers emphasize giving each child territory and labeling what belongs to whom, using boundaries that protect a child's special items while teaching toddlers to modify behavior in a developmentally appropriate way. They encourage separating spaces, communicating that some things are off-limits to the baby, and gradually teaching cooperative play as development progresses.

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

Q: What practical steps can parents take to balance handwriting with digital learning?

Encourage handwriting for note-taking and short writing tasks, support paper-based reading where feasible, integrate brief tactile activities into daily routines, and be mindful of screen time to ensure key brain networks are engaged through varied modalities.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Securely Attached

What is Securely Attached about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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. Dr. Jett Stone
3. Michaeleen Doucleff
4. Imran Ahmed
5. Dr. Nancy O'Hara
6. Rebecca Geshuri
7. Dr. W. Thomas Boyce
8. Lizzie Assa

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