That's Good Parenting: Expert Tips to Reduce Parenting Stress

That's Good Parenting: Expert Tips to Reduce Parenting Stress

Dori Durbin

Episodes 144
Avg. Duration 31m
Activity Highly Active
Since Jan 2023
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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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.




Keywords: parenting, parents, children, kids, parenting stress, parenting anxiety, family relationships, parent-child communication, parenting guidance, family experts, parenting resources, child development, parenting support, family well-being, parenting help, parenting tools, parenting frustration, confident kids, resilient children, parenting experience, family connection, parenting growth, overwhelmed parents, parenting solutions

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S3E142 The Power of Presence: What Deaf Culture Teaches Parents About Listening with Maria Gallucci, EP 142

Mar 02, 2026 24m Transcript

Send a textHave you ever noticed how quickly your child can tell when you’re not fully present?In this episode of That’s Good Parenting, Dori Durbin speaks with Maria Gallucci. She's the author of…

S3E141 Mindful Parenting: Self-Compassion & Nervous System Calm with Kimberly Brown, EP 141

Feb 23, 2026 35m Transcript

Send a textHave you ever noticed how quickly your own stress spills into your child’s behavior?In this episode of That’s Good Parenting, Dori Durbin speaks with meditation teacher and author Kimberly…

S3E139 From Tantrums to Tools: Practical Occupational Therapy Strategies for Parents with Stephanie Ford, EP 140

Feb 16, 2026 35m Transcript

Send a textHave you ever stood at the door wondering why putting on shoes feels like the hardest part of your day?In this episode of That’s Good Parenting, Dori Durbin speaks with pediatric…

S3E139 Pregnancy, Picky Eaters, and Mealtime Stress: A Dietitian’s Real-Life Guide for Parents with Aderet Dana Hoch, EP 139

Feb 09, 2026 29m Transcript

Send a textHave you ever stood in your kitchen wondering why feeding your family feels so overwhelming?In this episode of That’s Good Parenting, Dori Durbin speaks with registered dietitian Aderet…

S3E138 How to Plan a Family Vacation Without Meltdowns (Even With Teens) with Laura Rahn, EP 138

Feb 02, 2026 34m

Send a textHave you ever returned from a family vacation more stressed than when you left?In this episode of That’s Good Parenting, Dori Durbin sits down with certified family travel coach Laura Rahn…

S3E137 Mom Burnout: Why You’re Exhausted and What Actually Helps with Calvalyn Day, EP 137

Jan 27, 2026 42m Transcript

Send a textAre you wondering if you should really be this tired? In this episode of That’s Good Parenting, Dori Durbin talks with trauma informed coach, educator, and author Calvalyn Day about mom…

S3E136 Why Kids Don’t Need Perfect Answers, Just Clear Ones with Dori Durbin, EP 136

Jan 19, 2026 8m Transcript

Send a textHave you ever felt stuck and maybe like you might be revising your decisions a lot? Maybe you are second-guessing your choices and wondering if you should make just one more change to get…

S3E135 Why Parenting Feels Like a Power Struggle: Executive Functioning Help with Dr. Anna Levy-Warren, EP 135

Jan 12, 2026 32m Transcript

Send a textHave you ever felt like you’re repeating yourself all day long. It's the reminding, prompting, and enforcing that still makes you wonder why your perfectly "capable" child just can’t…

S3E134 How to Advocate for Your Child at School (Without Being “That Parent”) with Scotti Weintraub, EP134

Jan 05, 2026 41m Transcript

Send a textYou've gotten THAT school email. And now, there's that sinking feeling that things aren't working and that you need more direction. Help is on the way!In this episode of That’s Good…

S3E133 How to Parent as a Servant Leader with Jonathan Fanning, EP 133

Dec 16, 2025 40m Transcript

Send a textParenting today is anything but simple. Most of us end the day wondering, Did I make the right decisions? Am I leading my kids well?In this episode of That’s Good Parenting, Dori Durbin…

S3E132 The Big 6: Healthy Daily Habits to Help Anxious Teens Thrive with Becky Funk, EP 132

Dec 09, 2025 37m Transcript

Send a textAnxiety, overwhelm, perfectionism, and “Why are you snapping at me? I just asked a question!”  Parenting teens can feel like walking gingerly through an emotional battle. In this episode…

S3E128 The Worry Garden: Helping Kids Overcome Fear of New Foods and Build Mealtime Confidence with Lum Frundi, EP 131

Nov 17, 2025 25m Transcript

Send a textPicky eating, food battles, and “just eat one more bite” can turn meals into a stress storm for both parents and kids. In this episode of That’s Good Parenting, pediatrician and new…

S3E127 Helping Kids Handle Big Frustrations: Inside Sammy’s Super Stretchy Shoelaces with Parent Coach Mindy Green, EP 130

Nov 17, 2025 32m Transcript

Send a textWhat do shoe-tying struggles and emotional resilience have in common? In this episode of That’s Good Parenting, I’m talking with certified parent coach, author, parent, and grandparent…

Before You Get That Pet: What Parents Should Know First with Amy Castro, Pet Parent Hotline EP 129

Oct 20, 2025 37m Transcript

Send a textEver wonder if that “cute puppy” impulse might turn into chaos at home?Rescue founder and Pet Parent Hotline host Amy Castro joins Dori Durbin to unpack what families should know before…

S3E127 Is Your Teen’s “Attitude” Actually Anxiety? How to Build Calm & Confidence with Becky Funk, EP 128

Oct 13, 2025 32m

Send a textEver wonder if your teen’s eye-rolling, silence, or outburst might be something deeper than "just being a teen"?Teen confidence & anxiety coach Becky Funk joins host Dori Durbin to…

Three Books for Courageous, Resilient, and Confident Kids with Dori Durbin EP 127

Sep 29, 2025 5m Transcript

Send a textWhat if you could turn powerful life lessons into stories your kids will love—and beg to read again and again? Better yet? What if you could vote which are created?In this special edition…

S3E126 Brave & Daring Parenting: Tiny Habits that Build Big Courage with Jonathan Fanning EP 126

Sep 22, 2025 47m Transcript

Send a textDo you wonder how to grow authentic, courageous kids—without adding more stress to family life?In this episode of That’s Good Parenting, host Dori Durbin talks with Jonathan Fanning,…

S3E125 Turning Car Rides Into Confidence-Building Conversations with Eric Stevenson, EP 125

Sep 09, 2025 54m Transcript

Send a textDo you wonder if today’s youth sports are helping kids—or secretly hurting their confidence?In this episode of That’s Good Parenting, host Dori Durbin talks with Eric Stevenson, licensed…

S3E124 Why Stories Last a Lifetime: The Power of Picture Books for Parent-Child Connection With Dori Durbin EP 124

Aug 26, 2025 6m Transcript

Send a textWhat 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…

S3E123 The 42-Minute Hour: How Busy Parents Can Reclaim Lost Time and Reduce Daily Stress with Michelle Oucharek-Deo, EP 123

Aug 12, 2025 31m Transcript

Send a textDo 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…

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