Episodes 421
Avg. Duration 40m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (116)
Since Jun 2021
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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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 psychology that drives and shapes the parent-child relationship. And now, every Thursday, Dr. Sarah Bren is joined by Dr. Emily Upshur and Dr. Rebecca Hershberg for a special segment, Beyond The Sessions. We're answering YOUR parenting questions from the perspective of clinical psychologists highly trained in developmental science and real-life moms who get that parenting is messy, and sometimes we have to laugh, cry, and throw out the "rules." From toddler tantrums, to effective discipline strategies, to leaning into the principles of respectful parenting, and to managing your own mental wellness as a parent—this podcast is your ultimate resource for judgment-free, research-backed information you know you can trust. About Sarah Bren, PhD Dr. Sarah Bren is a licensed clinical psychologist and mom of two who helps parents understand the building blocks of child development and how secure relationships form and thrive. Her work is focused on helping parents find their inner confidence so they can respond to any parenting problem that comes along and raise kids who are healthy, resilient, and kind.

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Q&A: How should I respond when my child touches herself?

Jun 11, 2026 14m

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... Why it is completely normal for young children to explore…

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

Jun 09, 2026 49m

Collaborative divorce attorney and positive psychology practitioner Andrea Vacca joins me to talk about something many families don't realize is possible: a way to move through divorce without…

Q&A: How can I help my sensitive child stand up for themself to peers?

Jun 04, 2026 18m

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... How to support a sensitive, gentle child in becoming more…

A deep dive into strengthening your child's attachment as they grow: What children need from us at every stage of development

Jun 02, 2026 53m

In this deep dive episode, I explore how secure attachment evolves across development and what children are really needing from us emotionally at each stage of childhood and adolescence. Using Erik…

Q&A: How do I help my child sleep independently without pressure?

May 28, 2026 14m

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about... Whether co-sleeping is actually a problem, or simply a parenting choice that works…

The mattering gap: Why so many parents feel invisible, overwhelmed, and disconnected with Jennifer Wallace

May 26, 2026 45m

Jennifer Wallace joins the podcast to explore a powerful but often overlooked foundation of mental health and resilience: the human need to feel like we matter. While so much of parenting focuses on…

Q&A: How do I tell my child he's going to start therapy?

May 21, 2026 23m

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about... Why it's important to tell your child that they are starting therapy (and why many…

Nature vs nurture: Understanding sensitivity, resilience, and what really shapes kids with Dr. Jay Belsky

May 19, 2026 1h 3m

Dr. Jay Belsky joins the podcast to explore one of the most important and often misunderstood truths in parenting: the same environment does not affect every child the same way. Drawing from decades…

Q&A: How do I help my toddler cope with an absent parent?

May 14, 2026 21m

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... What the research actually says about attachment and why…

Creating a calmer home: Using design and organization to support your child's nervous system with Rachel Melvald

May 12, 2026 52m

Rachel Melvald joins the podcast to explore a powerful but often overlooked influence on our children's behavior, mood, and regulation: the spaces they live in. Drawing from her work in Neurodesign,…

Q&A: What should I do when my toddler fights diaper changes and refuses to use the potty?

May 07, 2026 15m

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about... What to do when your toddler refuses the potty and fights diaper changes,…

How to help your child have a healthier relationship with screens: The psychology behind what actually works with Catherine Price

May 05, 2026 49m

Catherine Price returns to the podcast to talk about one of the biggest challenges facing parents today: how to help kids build a healthier relationship with screens. Drawing from her new book, The…

Q&A: How do I support my child with language delays during playdates?

Apr 30, 2026 13m

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about how to support a child who is struggling to communicate with their peers. Together…

Lice explained: How to treat it, stop the spread, and skip the shame, from a registered nurse

Apr 28, 2026 43m

Nurse and founder of My Lice Advice, Theresa, joins me to talk about one of the most common (and surprisingly emotional) parenting challenges: lice. While lice is something most families will…

Q&A: Why does my child go from being fine to melting down in a matter of seconds?

Apr 23, 2026 23m

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about what to do when your child goes from calm to meltdown in what feels like seconds,…

Divorce with less conflict: Co-parenting, emotion regulation, and supporting your kids with Katherine Miller

Apr 21, 2026 51m

Katherine Miller, author of The Emotionally Savvy Divorce and collaborative law professional, joins me to talk about what it actually means to navigate divorce in a way that reduces conflict,…

Q&A: When and how should I tell my child about his autism diagnosis?

Apr 16, 2026 24m

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about... Why many parents worry that using the word "autism" might make their child…

Doulas, birth plans, and anxiety: How to feel more confident and less overwhelmed in pregnancy and postpartum with Sarah Ludwig

Apr 14, 2026 54m

I'm joined by doula, childbirth educator, and founder of Baby To Go, Sarah Ludwig, to talk about what it actually means to prepare for birth and why so many parents feel overwhelmed, anxious, or like…

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

Apr 09, 2026 24m

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…

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

Apr 07, 2026 47m

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…

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