Best Markella Kaplani Clinical Counseling Psychologist Parenthood Podcasts (2024)

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6 Strategies for Debunking the Super Mom Myth | Redefining Success & Balancing Motherhood | Episode 14 45:54

5h ago45:54

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Do you constantly wonder how to be the perfect mother? Has it become your life’s mission to balance motherhood and career? Or are you a stay-at-home mom feeling the pressure to be perfect because you don’t “do it all?” In today’s episode, we debunk the Supermom myth by: Exploring historical perspectives on motherhood Uncovering how media has shaped…

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Overloaded on Parenting Advice? Why reading tons of books on how to parent causes more parenting stress | Episode 13 37:33

6d ago37:33

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Are you constantly seeking the "perfect" way to parent? 📖 Do you find yourself trying to be the informed parent you envisioned but utterly confused with the conflicting advice you get from parenting books? I know that I certainly looked to every expert book to get more familiar with positive parenting tips, in an attempt to appease any and all pare…

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Top 1 Reason for Fighting After Baby (Understanding the Deeper Roots of Arguments with Partner) | Episode 12 28:44

13d ago28:44

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Ever felt sidelined by your partner after becoming parents? 🚸 Do they no longer ask what you need or appreciate what you do? 💔 Does love feel taken for granted? In this episode of the Parenthood and Relationship Podcast, we dive into why those little squabbles with your partner seem never-ending. 🗣️ Why taking out the trash becomes a major fight wh…

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Balancing Motherhood and Personal Goals: How to deal with mom guilt and find fulfillment | Episode 11 36:08

22d ago36:08

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Does becoming a mom mean that we have to lose ourselves and our passions? 🎙️ For many of us who thought that our multi-faceted interests would fade as we stepped into motherhood on account of our deep love for our children, the fact that we can both want to be with them 24/7 while still yearning for the things that used to make us whole, can create…

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How to deal with tantrums in toddlers by self-regulating | Gentle Parenting Tantrums | Episode 10 41:33

27d ago41:33

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Dealing with toddler tantrums can feel overwhelming, but there are gentle, effective strategies to help. In this episode, we explore: 👉 Understanding the triggers behind an emotional meltdown 👉 The power of self-regulating 👉 Practical tips for calming both yourself and your child 👉 The role of co-regulation in managing tantrums and emotional develo…

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Communication skills for couples: Navigating parenthood and parenting together | Episode 9 50:53

1M ago50:53

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Parenthood and the responsibilities of parenting change us and define our relationship with our partners from the time we become parents. This is not synonymous with having relationship problems after the baby. In fact, this transformation that happens both within yourself and in the way you relate to your partner, can benefit you greatly - it can …

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Lost in Motherhood? Processing Mom Grief & Reconnecting with Ourselves | Episode 8 28:09

1M ago28:09

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Can great joy come with a deep sense of loss? In this episode, we begin the conversation around processing grief and loss in motherhood. The transition into motherhood comes with hidden grief; mom grief. This kind of grief comes from losing touch with one’s old self, making motherhood difficult and playing a huge role in motherhood psychology and m…

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How play helps child development and the parent child bond (+ suggested parent child bonding activities) | Episode 7 26:29

2M ago26:29

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In today’s episode we talk about the effects of play on child development. More specifically, we get into how play impacts child development. We first see the different types of play, how each helps child development, how it can foster the parent-child bond, as well as the ways in which it can even improve our marriage! Most importantly, I leave yo…

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Unhappy Marriage After Baby? Communication Tips for Navigating Parenthood & Parenting | Episode 6 39:06

2M ago39:06

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It is quite common for couples to lose their edge as they enter parenthood. If you have even felt like your relationship has changed after having kids or that the parenting challenges are getting in the way of your relationship, you’re not alone. In this episode, we explore why so many marriages and partnerships seem to face relationship issues, es…

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Overcoming Mom Guilt & Shame: Practical Strategies for Happier Parenting | Episode 5 53:02

2M ago53:02

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As mothers, we are quite familiar with feelings of guilt and inadequacy, which can deeply impact our emotional well-being and relationships. This episode unpacks the nuances of mom guilt versus mom shame, providing clear definitions and exploring how these emotions manifest in everyday parenting. Together we get to discover the historical contexts …

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Patrescence - How a man changes when he becomes a father & how this affects his relationship | Episode 4 29:26

2M ago29:26

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Becoming a father is a process, and this has a name: patrescence. Men, just like women, go through a massive transformation in their identity as they step into fatherhood. Because this is not acknowledged and due to the fact that we dismiss the array of emotions that men have, there is a lot that is kept under the surface, which, however, negativel…

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How our inner child influences the way we parent | Reparenting our inner child | Episode 3 31:54

3M ago31:54

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In this episode, we reflect on how our changing identity and internal struggle with our inner child influence our parenting and potentially lead to us acting in ways we are not proud of despite our best intentions. Together, we explore the journey of 'reparenting your inner child,’ discussing strategies that help us resolve the deeper roots of our …

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How does parenthood affect marriage: Are parenting challenges to blame for relationship issues? | Episode 2 24:06

3M ago24:06

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Do you ever wonder how relationships change after having kids? How does parenthood affect marriage? In today’s episode, we discuss how to save your marriage from parenthood; at the very least we take the first step, which is to validate the disruption that comes with having children. As much of a blessing and a joy as it is to have children, marria…

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Matrescence - What is an identity crisis and why did it hit me in motherhood? | Episode 1 18:15

3M ago18:15

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Welcome to the first episode of "The Parenthood & Relationship Podcast," where we discuss the profound transformation of parenthood and how this affects us as individuals and as a couple. The topic of this episode centers on the concept of "Matrescence," a profound transition that resembles adolescence, where we, as mothers, undergo a significant i…

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Welcome to the Parenthood and Relationship Podcast! 3:32

3M ago3:32

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Looking for a haven for understanding the complex dynamics of becoming a parent and evolving relationships? You’ve arrived! The Parenthood and Relationship Podcast delves into the psychology of parenthood, the nuanced stages of matrescence and patrescence, and the intricate balance between personal identity and parenting roles. This is not your ave…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Markella Kaplani Clinical Counseling Psychologist Parenthood Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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The Parenthood and Relationship Podcast | Matrescence | Relationship after baby | Motherhood life

Markella Kaplani - Clinical-Counseling Psychologist | Parenthood & Relationship Coach | Matrescence Expert

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6 Strategies for Debunking the Super Mom Myth | Redefining Success & Balancing Motherhood | Episode 14 45:54

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Overloaded on Parenting Advice? Why reading tons of books on how to parent causes more parenting stress | Episode 13 37:33

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Top 1 Reason for Fighting After Baby (Understanding the Deeper Roots of Arguments with Partner) | Episode 12 28:44

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Balancing Motherhood and Personal Goals: How to deal with mom guilt and find fulfillment | Episode 11 36:08

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How to deal with tantrums in toddlers by self-regulating | Gentle Parenting Tantrums | Episode 10 41:33

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Communication skills for couples: Navigating parenthood and parenting together | Episode 9 50:53

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Lost in Motherhood? Processing Mom Grief & Reconnecting with Ourselves | Episode 8 28:09

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How play helps child development and the parent child bond (+ suggested parent child bonding activities) | Episode 7 26:29

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Unhappy Marriage After Baby? Communication Tips for Navigating Parenthood & Parenting | Episode 6 39:06

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Overcoming Mom Guilt & Shame: Practical Strategies for Happier Parenting | Episode 5 53:02

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Patrescence - How a man changes when he becomes a father & how this affects his relationship | Episode 4 29:26

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How our inner child influences the way we parent | Reparenting our inner child | Episode 3 31:54

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How does parenthood affect marriage: Are parenting challenges to blame for relationship issues? | Episode 2 24:06

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Matrescence - What is an identity crisis and why did it hit me in motherhood? | Episode 1 18:15

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Welcome to the Parenthood and Relationship Podcast! 3:32

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