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Nurtured First

Join me, Jess VanderWier, a registered psychotherapist, mom of three, and founder of Nurtured First, along with my husband Scott, as we dive deep into the stories of our friends, favourite celebrities, and influential figures. In each episode, we skip the small talk and dive into vulnerable and honest conversations…

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How To Stay Calm During Tantrums

Understanding Toddler Tantrums

How To Potty Train Without Panic

Impulse Control: What Every Parent Needs To Know (REVISIT)

The Secret To Independent Play

4 Reasons Your Child Doesn’t Listen

How To Get Kids To Open Up

Self-Care for Burnt-Out Parents with Dr. Pooja Lakshmin

The Truth About Shy Kids

3 Reasons Your Child Misbehaves At School

6 Things About ADHD Parents Need To Know

Why Kids Struggle to Sleep (And How To Help Them)

How To Be Firm Without Yelling

Getting Honest About New Motherhood With Libby Ward

Why “Stranger Danger” Doesn’t Protect Kids (Part 3)

The Truth About How Child Abuse Stays Hidden (Part 2)

What Parents Need To Know About Grooming: Protecting Kids (Part 1)

Stop Letting the Scale Dictate Your Worth With Dr. Rachel Goldman

Brain Stuckness: Reducing Power Struggles & Building Flexibility (Part 2)

Brain Stuckness: Why Kids Struggle With Flexibility (Part 1)

Why Allowance Is About More Than Money (Part 2)

Does Giving Kids An Allowance Make Them Entitled? (Part 1)

Why Boredom Matters For Kids (Revisit)

Will Daycare Ruin My Child’s Attachment? (Revisit)

When Is It Okay To Punish Kids? (Revisit)

Have Parents Become Too Permissive?

Should You Force Your Kids To Do Chores?

When Is It OK To Give In to Tantrums?

Why Won’t My Child Stop Clinging and Whining?!

How To Pass Down Family Values

What Kids Need Most When Parents Divorce

How Can I Reduce My Anger and Annoyance As A Highly Sensitive Parent? (Revisit)

Forcing Kids To Do Hard Things: Raising Resilient Kids Who Can Tolerate Frustration (Revisit)

How To Create Healthy Screentime Habits with Dr. Michael Robb

How To Raise Kind Kids Who Aren’t People Pleasers

Raising Sensitive Kids To Be Resilient And Confident (Part 3)

Rejection Sensitivity And Discipline For Sensitive Kids (Part 2)

Is My Child Highly Sensitive? (Part 1)

In-Laws Stressing You Out? An Expert's Guide To Setting Boundaries

How Do I Stop My Child From Whining?

“I Only Want Mommy!!”: Understanding Parental Preference

Friendship For Girls: Drama, Cliques, And Learning To Belong

How To Use Playfulness As A Powerful Parenting Tool

Q&A: ADHD, Skeptical Partners, and Staying Connected After Kids

“I’m Being Consistent With My Discipline - Why Isn’t It Working?”

How To Handle Big After-School Meltdowns

Why Are Some Kids So Strong-Willed And Stubborn!? (REVISIT)

How To Talk To Kids About Death, Suicide, And Other Difficult Topics

Letting Kids Use AI: Smart Move Or Serious Mistake?

Are You On Your Phone Too Much In Front Of Your Kids?

“But My Friend’s Parents Let Them…Why Can’t I?”

Biblical Discipline, Deconstruction, And Belonging with Kate Bowler

Should We Force Kids To Say Sorry And Forgive Each Other?

The Impact Of Birth Order: What All Parents Need To Understand

The Tween Years: Peers, Embarrassment, And Belonging

Everyone Needs Me—But I'm Drowning

What Every Parent Needs To Know About Sibling Conflict

The Truth Behind Swearing And Rude Language In Kids

Are Timeouts Really Evidence-Based?

The Research All Parents Need To Know About Punishments

The Impact Of Social Media, Gaming And Smartphones On Kids

Impulse Control: What Every Parent Needs To Know

Why Kids Need Boredom Now More Than Ever

I Love My Kids, But I Resent My Partner—Now What? With Dr. Tracy D

How To Reparent Yourself While Raising Your Kids

Part 2: Trust, Skepticism, And Betrayal: How To Build Trust

Part 1: Trust, Skepticism, And Betrayal: Teaching Kids To Trust

How To Build Resilience Without Trauma

How To Talk To Kids About Disabled People

How To Be The Leader Your Child Needs

The Current Children's Mental Health Crisis with Dr. Gordon Neufeld

Beyond Food: A New Way To Look At Picky Eating And Mealtimes with Dr. Deborah MacNamara

School Refusal, Anxiety, And Separation Struggles

How To Help Your Angry Child

5 Love Languages: Are They Helpful Or Harmful?

Why Children Lie: And What To Do About It

How To Become A Playful Parent

Talking To Kids About Puberty, Porn, And Social Media (Part 2)

Talking To Kids About Puberty, Periods, and Sex (Part 1)