That's Good Parenting: Expert Tips to Reduce Parenting Stress
Parenting stress, child development, confident kids, and strong family relationships all start with effective parent-child communication, emotional support, and practical tools to treduce overwhelm, anxiety, and frustration.
“That’s Good Parenting” is your trusted family resource for simple, expert-backed strategies that help busy parents navigate the challenges of raising resilient, happy children while building deeper connection and harmony at home. Whether you’re dealing with exhaustion, guilt, or feeling stuck, you’ll find guidance from family experts, proven methods for fostering growth and resiliency, and actionable steps to create more “good parent” moments so you can confidently guide your kids and nurture a thriving family environment.
Join host Dori Durbin - children's book illustrator, book coach, ghostwriter, former high school teacher, and happily married Christian mom of two young adults- as she searches alongside you to find practical parenting tools and guidance that create confident and resilient kids without losing yourself in the process.
Through expert interviews with hundreds of family professionals, authors, and experienced parents, Dori delivers fast and effective parenting solutions tailored to your particular family challenges.
Every Tuesday, you'll discover simple steps, tools, and resources from trusted family experts who have your family's best interests at heart. Whether you're dealing with parenting stress, seeking better communication with your children, or wanting support for your child's growth and development, these interviews provide the practical help and guidance busy parents need.
We discuss tools and strategies to help with:
PARENTING STRESS & OVERWHELM
How can I reduce parenting stress and overwhelm while raising happy kids?
What parenting tools can help me manage frustration and anxiety?
What are simple steps to feel less exhausted and more confident as a parent?
PARENT-CHILD COMMUNICATION & CONNECTION
How can I improve parent-child communication at home?
How can I strengthen my family relationships and emotional connection?
RAISING CONFIDENT & RESILIENT KIDS
How do I help my children develop both confidence and resiliency?
How do I support my kids’ growth and well-being every day?
CHILD DEVELOPMENT & EXPERT PARENTING ADVISE
Is this normal for my child’s age? When should I get additional help?
What child development tips do family experts recommend for busy parents?
Join the thousands of parents who are transforming their family experience with expert guidance, practical tools, and the encouragement to end each day cheering: "Now, That's Good Parenting!"
Subscribe to "That's Good Parenting" and discover the simple steps, expert guidance, and practical resources that will help you create confident, resilient kids while reducing your parenting stress and rediscovering the joy in your parenting journey.
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Episodes
176 episodes
Why Stories Last a Lifetime: The Power of Picture Books for Parent-Child Connection With Dori Durbin EP 124
What Can Children's Books Do For Families?In our screen-dominated world, meaningful parent-child connection is becoming increasingly difficult. Children's book illustrator, coach, and podcaster Dori Durbin reveals why stories—not adv...
The 42-Minute Hour: How Busy Parents Can Reclaim Lost Time and Reduce Daily Stress with Michelle Oucharek-Deo, EP 123
Do you feel like there are never enough hours in the day? Are you struggling to find time for creativity while managing family chaos? You're not alone—and there's hope.In this episode of "That's Good Parenting," Dori Durbin spe...
How Every Parent Can Write a Book (And Get Your Kids Get Into College, too) with Mila Johansen, EP 122
Writing a book doesn't have to feel overwhelming—it's more accessible than you think, and it could create an author model for your entire family.In this episode of "That's Good Parenting," Dori Durbin speaks with Mila Johansen<...
How to Build Your Teen Daughter's Confidence Before (and in) College with Suzanne Hanna, EP 121
Parenting teen girls doesn't have to feel like walking on eggshells—there's a way to build deeper connection and trust.In this episode of "That's Good Parenting," Dori Durbin speaks with Suzanne Hanna, a life coach for t...
Beyond Sleep: Creating Safety, Connection, and Rest for Sleepless Kids with Ahna de Vena EP 120
If bedtime feels like a nightly battle, you're not alone—and there’s a gentler way towards real rest.In this episode of "That's Good Parenting" Dori Durbin speaks with Ahna De Vena, the founder of the Sleep and Dream Foundation...
Cuddle Chemistry: How Baby Wearing Creates Unbreakable Bonds & Brilliant Brains with Azja Pryor E119
In this episode, Dori Durbin speaks with Azja Pryor, a certified baby wearing educator and senior marketing manager for brands like LILLE Baby and Moby Wrap. Azja brings a wealth of experience working with hundreds of parents, NICU hospi...
Get Neuroscience-Backed Strategies to Curb Your Kids' Big Emotions with Ginny Ellsworth, EP 118
Do you find your kids trapped in negative thoughts like "No one likes me" or "I'm just not good at that"? In this episode, Dori Durbin speaks with Ginny Ellsworth, the founder of Mindful Kids, who brings a unique and powerful blend of
Growth Mindset for Young Athletes: Helping Kids Thrive in Sports with Eric Stevenson, P2 EP117
In this episode, Dori Durbin speaks again with licensed clinical practicing counselor and certified mental performance coach, Eric Stevenson, who helps parents of athletes access a growth mindset for their sports and their lives. ...
Growth Mindset for Young Athletes: Helping Kids Thrive in Sports with Eric Stevenson, PT1 EP116
Are you struggling to help your young athlete handle pressure, disappointment, and the overwhelming demands of competitive sports? In this episode of "That's Good Parenting," we dive deep into the psychology of young athletes, o...
No More "How Was Your Day?": Transforming Family Connections with Your Disruptive Coach Nikisha King EP115
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the daily grind of parenting and business? Many parents find the balance of work and home life to be . . . challenging. Nikisha King, a disruptive certified coach and creator of the Business Essentials Aca...
5 Proven Ways to Strengthen Your Mother-Daughter Bond with Nellie Harden, EP114
Are you struggling with communicating effectively with your daughter? Don't feel ashamed . . . many parents do. That's why Nellie Harden, author, speaker, and family life and leadership coach helps positively impact the lives of y...
How You Can Support Anxious Teens: Practical Strategies for Overcoming Anxiety with Monica Crnogorac EP113
Are you struggling to understand your anxious teen? Understanding teens is tricky anyway but when is nervousness actually anxiety and when is anxiety something parents should be concerned about? Thank goodness Monica Crnogorac, a ...
Is It Picky Eating or PFD? Expert Advice for Concerned Parents with Jaclyn Pederson EP112
Are you a parent who's ever felt a moment of concern about your child 's eating habits? Maybe they refuse everything you offer, or maybe even seem afraid to eat? You may have heard of "picky eaters", but have you heard of Pediatric Fe...
How Teen Moms Can Overcome Challenges & Build Powerful Futures with Lisa Steven EP111
Are you or do you know a teen mom struggling to find her place in the world? Join host Dori Durbin on the "That's Good Parenting" podcast as she welcomes Lisa Steven, author of "A Place to Belong: The True Story of a Teen Mom, a Hummingb...
How You Can Still Thrive While Parenting Solo with Dr. Gila, Ep 110
Are you raising children "solo" and feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders? Join Dori Durbin on the "That's Good Parenting" podcast as she welcomes Dr. Gila, a Jai-certified parent coach, certified Clini-Coach®️, psychologist,...
How to Play Without Guilt & Connect Deeper with Your Kids with Jill Lerman EP 109
Do you struggle with guilt and anxiety about your child's playtime? Are there days you just don't have time to play or you just cannot handle playing the same game AGAIN? In this episode, "How to Play Without Guilt & Connect Deep...
How You Can Use Video Games to Build Stronger Family Bonds, with Velma Gentzsch EP108
Are you worried about video games causing conflict with your kids? In this episode, "How You Can Use Video Games to Build Stronger Family Bonds, with Velma Gentzsch," parenting coach Velma Gentzsch joins host Dori Durbin. They disc...
Help Your Teens Find Food Freedom with Melissa Rohlfs EP107
Listen to this episode, "Help Your Teens Find Food Freedom with Melissa Rohlfs" as holistic health and life coach, Melissa Rohlfs joins host Dori Durbin. Are you worried about your teen's relationship ...
How You Can Stop Fixing & Start Helping Your Anxious Teens with Keri Cooper Ep 106
Listen to this episode, "How You Can Stop Fixing & Start Helping Your Anxious Teens with Keri Cooper" as licensed therapist and author, Keri Cooper joins host Dori Durbin. Are you worried about your teen's anxiety levels? Ma...
You Can Close the Reading Gap: Effective Strategies for Parents and Educators with Linda Rumpf EP 105
Listen to this episode, "You Can Close the Reading Gap: Effective Strategies for Parents and Educators with Linda Rumpf" as reading specialist and tutor Linda Rumpf joins host Dori Durbin. Are you worried about your child falling behind ...
How You Can Grow Joy and Resilience for Yourself and Your Kids with Autumn Carter EP 104
Listen to this episode, "How You Can Grow Joy and Resilience for Yourself and Your Kids with Autumn Carter" as life and parenting coach Autumn Carter joins host Dori Durbin. Do you ever wonder how you will ever rediscover your i...
You Can Rewrite Your Family Story: Challenging the Limits of Generational Trauma with Marina O'Connor EP 103
Listen to this episode, "You Can Rewrite Your Family Story: Challenging the Limits of Generational Trauma with Marina O'Connor" as trauma therapist and entrepreneur Marina O'Connor joins host Dori Durbin. Do you ever wonder how your family's pa...
How You Can Joyfully Parent Neurodivergent Children with Mitra Cummins E102
Listen to this episode, "How You Can Joyfully Parent Neurodivergent Children with Mitra Cummins" as Introspective Parent Coach Mitra Cummins joins host Dori Durbin.Are you a parent of a neurodivergent child who is struggling to navigate...
How You Can Yell Less and C.A.R.E. More with Claire Cetti
Listen to this episode, "How You Can Yell Less and C.A.R.E. More with Claire Cetti" as "Yell-Less" Parent Coach, Claire Cetti, joins host Dori Durbin. Do you ever struggle with yelling in your parenting? In this episode, Claire ...
How to Raise Safety-Savvy Kids in a Complex World with Carrie Conrad 100
Listen to this episode, "How to Raise Safety-Savvy Kids in a Complex World" as self-defense expert and mother, Carrie Conrad, joins host Dori Durbin. Are you worried about your child's safety in today's world? Do you want to empower them withou...