Today on Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I’m replaying episode #6 where I speak with Dr. Vanessa Lapointe about sibling rivalry and discipline strategies, and Dr. Lapointe will offer tips on how to navigate these areas successfully.Dr. Lapointe is a mother of two, published author, parenting expert, registered psychologist and sought-after media guest who regularly speaks on a wide range of topics related to childrearing, child development, mental health, and school success.For more on Dr. Lapointe please visit her at https://drvanessalapointe.comFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterest

On episode #46 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom I speak with New York Times Bestselling author Mary Beth Chapman. Along with co-writing several children’s books, Mary Beth wrote, Choosing to See: A Journey of Struggle and Hope. Mary Beth and her Grammy and Dove award-winning husband, Steven Curtis Chapman, founded the nonprofit Show Hope, an organization that provides resources for families wishing to adopt.Today we’re going to talk about recovery and healing after the death of a child and Mary Beth will talk about her journey to healing that will hopefully inspire others needing encouragement. Mary Beth lost her youngest daughter Maria Sue in 2008 when the 5 year old was unintentionally hit by Mary Beth's son, Will, after she ran into the path of his SUV. Prayerfully today’s episode will bring hope and healing to all listening.For more on Mary Beth visit www.marybethchapman.com, or to learn about her non profit organization, Show Hope, visit www.showhope.orgTo find out more about the adoption process visit www.howtoadopt.orgFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterest

On episode #45 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom I speak with Dr. Bethany Cook, a licensed Clinical Psychologist, Health Service Psychologist, Adjunct Professor, and Board-Certified Music Therapist. She’s also the author of For What It’s Worth – A Perspective on How to Thrive and Survive Parenting Ages 0 – 2.  She’s provided expert advice to Parade Magazine, Today, PureWow, plus more.Today she’s going to talk about the difference between a Tiger Mom and a Helicopter Mom, and how both parenting styles can be harmful for our kids.To find out more about Dr. Cook, her social media presence, plus her book visit www.drbethanycook.comFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

On episode #43 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom I speak with Angela Rose, a vocal advocate for survivors of sexual assault. At the age of 17, Angela was abducted at knifepoint outside a Chicago shopping mall by a repeat sex offender on parole for murder. She was later sexually assaulted. Today she’s going to talk about her journey, in hopes of offering encouragement and guidance to other moms seeking to heal from their own traumatic past.Angela and her work have been featured on the Oprah Winfrey Network, The Today Show, TIME Magazine, CNN Headline News, plus more. She also authored the book Hope, Healing and Happiness: Going Inward to Transform Your Life.For more on Angela visit her on Twitter or PAVE at shatteringthesilence.orgFor survivors of PTSD, sexual violence, domestic violence, and childhood abuse visit Survivors.orgFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

On episode #43 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom I speak with licensed psychologist, Dr. Shauna Springer. Dr. Springer is one of the nation’s leading experts on trauma, disruptive change, psychological recovery, post-traumatic growth, and close relationships. She’s been featured on NPR, CNN, NBC, CBS Radio, Forbes, plus more. Today she’s going to talk about ways mothers can heal from past trauma in order to be healthy for their kids.Resources mentioned on this episode:Get Support - Violence Intervention Program (based in Los Angeles, the VIP program is a trusted resource for those who need support in the context of interpersonal violence)RAINN - a national resource for survivors of assault and violenceNVRDC.org - a nationally respected resource for survivors of violence and assault, with an abuse hotline and associated treatment resourcesTo learn about innovative trauma care visit www.stellacenter.comFor more on Dr. Springer vist www.docshaunaspringer.com (A recent article written by Dr. Springer: Will COVID-19 Force Us to Develop A New Model for Sexual Trauma Care?)Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

On today’s episode of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I'm replaying episode #26 where I speak with Deborah Gilboa, MD, aka “Dr. G,” a youth development and resilience expert & family physician. She is a leading media personality seen regularly on TODAY, Good Morning America, and The Doctors. She’s also featured frequently in the Washington Post, The New York Times, Huffington Post, and countless other digital and print outlets.We talk about the influence media and pop culture has on kids, and boundaries parents can implement when broaching this subject.For more on Dr. G please visit her at Askdoctorg.com Below are parent resources discussed on this episode:Parenting the Tech Generation: https://askdoctorg.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Parenting-In-the-Tech-Generation.pdfTech Contract: http://bit.ly/drgtechcontractThis episode is brought to you by our Student Planner, designed by yours truly. This template will help your student plan their day in a more effective way. It’s an instant downloadable 10-page planner that comes in 5 colors and students can plan their day, week, month, and academic school year. They can also track their grades, homework, exercise, and reading.Go to etsy.com/shop/TinseltownMomShop and get your student planner for only $5.00.  Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

Since the summer months are upon us and many kids are on their screens more, I'm replaying episode #18 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, where parenting expert, guidance counselor, licensed educational psychologist, and board-certified behavior analyst, Reena Patel talks about appropriate screen time for kids and teens, especially during these days of social distancing.Reena has given expert advice on shows such as The Doctors, CNN, and KTLA and has been featured in The Wall Steet Journal, Parents Magazine, Yahoo News, Forbes, plus a host of other platforms. For more on Reena Patel please visit her at www.reenabpatel.comKeep your kids organized this summer by purchasing one of our $5 printable summer Productivity Planners and sample schedule for kids! CLICK HERE FOR DETAILSFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

On episode #42 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom I speak with E. Parker Herring, a board-certified family law specialist with more than 25 years of experience. Parker is the director of A Child’s Hope, a domestic, North Carolina adoption agency, plus she’s the founder and managing member of Parker Herring Law Group, PLLC.Today she’s going to talk about when a parent wants to give an older child up for adoption and the complete adoption process.For more on Parker Herring visit her at www.achildshope.com  or www.parkerherringlawgroup.comFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

On episode #41 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom I speak with Dr. Denise Hunter, also known as Dr. D-Nice. Dr. D-Nice has been a medical doctor for over 20 years and is an Adolescent Wellness Specialist. She also has over 30 years of experience as a youth leader and is a trained youth motivational speaker.Today, Dr. D-Nice is going to talk about how to address obesity with your tween or teen in a loving and healthy way. For more on Dr. D-Nice visit her at www.wisdomteethinger.com or follow her on Instagram.Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

On episode #40 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom I speak with Paige Dennis, star on Netflix’s Unscripted Series DeMarcus Family Rules. Paige is also a mom of twins and battled infertility issues before having her kids through a gestational surrogate.Today she’s going to talk about what it’s like starring on a reality show, plus the infertility struggles she had leading up to having her babies. For more on Paige Dennis follow her on her personal Instagram or Joanns of Union City on Instagram.Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

On episode #39 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I speak with Juanita Ingram, a supportive wife, mother, lawyer, author, actress, philanthropist, and producer who moved oversees with her family during a global pandemic. During the process, Juanita produced her own unscripted series, The Expats: International Ingrams, where she stars alongside her husband and two kids.Today she’s going to talk about what life is like for a black family living in a new country during a global pandemic, with racial tensions at an all-time high, plus how she’s managed to star in and produce her own reality show.For more on Juanita Ingram please visit her at: www.iamjuanitaingram.com or www.expatsshow.comFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

In recognition of mental health awareness month we’re replaying episode #22 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, where I speak with Dr. Sanam Hafeez, a licensed psychologist who’s on the faculty at Columbia University’s Ph.D. program in Clinical Psychology. She’s also a sought after television, media, and print personality, often appearing on the Dr. Oz Show, CNN, CBS, NBC, FOX, and WPIX, as well as contributing to well-regarded newspapers, journals, and magazines.We talk about increased mental health issues among kids during the pandemic and discuss ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, plus more.For more information on Dr. Hafeez please visit her at: www.comprehendthemind.comFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

In recognition of alcohol awareness month, I'm replaying episode #10 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom where I speak with Emily Lynn Paulson a beloved wife, mother to five, speaker, and certified professional recovery coach who's been sober for over 4 years.On this episode, we discuss Emily’s road to recovery from alcoholism plus talk about alcohol abuse and motherhood. We also chat about her book, Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Behind the Filtered Life, a true story of what happens when a so-called perfect mother and businesswoman is forced to find reckoning with her past and build a future based on the authenticity she has always sought. The book delves into trauma, mental illness, attempted suicide, infidelity and much more and is a memoir of healing as well as a fully modern look at what happens when the filters fall off and real life emerges into the light.For more on Emily please visit her at www.emilylynnpaulson.comFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

I’m here today with Jennie Marie Battistin, MA, a licensed marriage family therapist, media consultant and author of two books Mindfulness for Teens in 10 Minutes a Day and The Mindfulness Journal for Teens.Today, we’re going to talk about technology addiction among youth and signs your child may be addicted.For more on Jennie Marie Battistin you can find her at hope-therapy-center.comFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

On episode #37 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I speak with Dr. Paula Durlofsky, clinical psychologist, social media expert, and author of the new book Logged In and Stressed Out: How Social Media is Affecting Your Mental Health. On this episode, we talk about pandemic loneliness among moms, and ways to combat this using digital resources.For more on Dr. Durlofsky, or to buy her book, please visit DrPaulaDurlofsky.comFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

On podcast episode #36 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom I speak with Shantelle Bisson a producer, former actress, parenting expert and author of the book, Raising Your Kids Without Losing Your Cool.On this episode, Shantelle shares some of her best parenting advice from her latest book. She also talks about overcoming sexual trauma, and how she and husband, Murdoch Mysteries star, Yannick Bisson, came from broken homes but managed to successfully raise three adult children despite their challenges.To buy Shantelle's book, coach with her, or follow her on social media please visit: ShantelleBisson.comFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

On podcast episode #35 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I speak with Harvard-trained Psychiatrists, Dr. Carlin Barnes and Dr. Marketa Wills who've authored a practical guide to help people better understand how to deal with the growing mental health crisis.On this episode, we talk about how to determine if the mother in your life is suffering with mental illness and practical ways you can help. We also discuss the stigma behind mental illness, and the most common types there are.In their book, Understanding Mental Illness: A Comprehensive Guide to Mental Health Disorders for Family and Friends, Dr. Barnes and Dr. Wills provide an easy-to-understand guide to explaining mental illness in a conversational way for all readers.For more on Dr. Barnes and Dr. Wills, or to purchase their book, you can reach them at: https://healthymindmds.com/ or on Instagram at: Dr. Marketa Wills /​ Dr. Carlin BarnesFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

In celebration of Black History Month, I'll be replaying episode #19 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, "5 sports films that deal with racial injustice among African-Americans."I wanted to share some inspirational family-friendly films that address racism and injustice against African-American people. A lot of parents are looking for films they can watch with their kids during these tenuous times. Kids are looking for their parents to help them navigate all that’s going on in the world and film is a great way to do that.These films are all based on a true story and they provide hope, which is what is desperately needed today.It's been said that the universal language of sports is a connector that brings people together in ways like no other, so today’s films all have a sports theme.It doesn't matter where you're from, your religious beliefs, or economic background, when you're rooting for the same team you're on the same team, even if just briefly. Sports promote a sense of belonging and identity by tying people together to a common goal.Hopefully, these films will not only invoke encouragement but be great conversation starters you have with your kids. I do recommend that before letting your kids watch any of these films to watch them first to make sure it’s subject matter that you feel comfortable letting them see.CLICK HERE to see list of filmsFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogInstagramFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

On podcast episode 34 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I speak with Joy Altimare, Chief Management Officer of EHE Health, the industry leader in health and prevention. With over 16 years of experience in the marketing field, Joy has become an expert adviser to organizations looking to tackle growth, innovation, and technology challenges.Today we talk about how Joy tackless the challenges of being a successful working mom during the pandemic plus she shares tips on how she makes it work.For more information on Joy please visit her on Instagram or LinkedIn.Subscribe to Our Newsletter to receive the free printable, "50 Affirming Phrases to Speak to Your Kids."Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

On episode #33 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I’ll be giving some Tinseltown Mom Tips that will hopefully help you navigate your parenting life a little easier. I’m going to talk about the benefits of regularly speaking words of affirmation to your children, and then I’ll share 25 affirming messages that we can consistently say to them, starting today.Our words have power, the power of life or death. We can either build up with our words or tear down. Sadly, our kids rarely forget our negative words once they leave our mouths, no matter how sorry we are. The same holds true for uplifting words, and when it comes to our kids our goal should be to frequently build them up with positive sayings, as those messages will live on and resonate with them into adulthood.Subscribe to Our Newsletter to receive the free printable, "50 Affirming Phrases to Speak to Your Kids."Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterest

According to Psychiatric Times, the prevalence of anxiety and depression symptoms in 2020 were substantially higher than reported in 2019, and people with preexisting (clinically diagnosed) psychiatric disorders reported an even higher prevalence of symptoms, compared with those without an established diagnosis.In an effort to offer hope to those trying to support a loved one with mental illness I'm reposting my interview with Lisa Canning. Not only is Lisa a mother to 8 children, but she's also a caring wife to her husband Josh, who has depression and anxiety, and on this episode, originally published September 2nd, 2019, she will share her experience with loving a spouse with mental illness.As an interior designer and lifestyle expert, Lisa helps moms customize their lives and their homes around what matters most. She's become a recognizable face in the interior design and entertainment industry working on shows such as HGTV’s Marriage Under Construction and Property Brothers, and hosting regular live lifestyle segments on shows like The Marilyn Denis Show.For more on Lisa Canning visit her at LisaCanning.caPhoto Credit: Lisa Canning/InstagramFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

When three-year-old Magnolia Tesler was diagnosed with a rare disease, her parents didn’t know what to do. This intimate documentary follows the Tesler family as they spring into action in an effort to cure their daughter from a rare, debilitating disorder. An ordinary and healthy baby, she was crawling, talking, and hitting all her milestones. But around the age of two, she started developing mysterious symptoms: balance issues, hand wringing, speech loss, and rocking for hours in her crib.Her parents, AJ and Jenny, were desperate for answers. After taking Maggie to numerous specialists, they got a heartbreaking diagnosis: Rett Syndrome. Spanning eight years and told through home videos, vlogs, animation, and interviews, Magnolia's Hope is a raw, first-hand account of a family struggling to cope with their child’s special needs through therapies, clinical trials, and everything in between.On episode #32 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I speak with Magnolia's mom, Jenny Tesler about her family's journey with Rett Syndrome plus we talk about how Magnolia's doing today.For a very limited time, you can purchase your virtual ticket to watch Magnolia's Hope at magnoliashopedoc.com or follow their journey on their blog at MagnoliasHope.com or on their social media channels at:https://www.instagram.com/magnoliashope/,youtube.com/magnoliashope,facebook.com/magnoliashope,https://twitter.com/magnoliashopeThis episode is brought to you by our holiday book kits that kids can customize for mom, dad, grandma, or grandpa. This 5-page template is the perfect gift for that special loved one where kids can color and customize all the things they love about their family members.Go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TinseltownMomShop and get your book template for only $4.00.Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

On this episode of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I’ll be giving some Tinseltown Mom Tips that will prayerfully help you navigate your life a little easier. I’m going to share 4 ways moms can monetize their passions.Moms have dreams that, in many cases, go unfulfilled, and research suggests that pursuing those passions is good for our overall health. Stumped on how to make money from your talents? On this episode, I offer 4 suggestions.This episode is brought to you by our holiday book kits that kids can customize for mom, dad, grandma, or grandpa. This 5-page template is the perfect gift for that special loved one where kids can color and customize all the things they love about that special loved one.Go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TinseltownMomShop? and get your book template for only $4.00.Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

November is National Adoption Month and our special guest on Time Out with Tinseltown Mom is lawyer-turned-life coach Shari Leid, who was found in a cardboard box in a South Korean parking lot as a baby. Thirty years later, Shari adopted a daughter from China who was found in similar circumstances.On this episode, we’re going to talk about Shari’s adoption story, plus she’s going to offer advice to families looking to adopt, and families struggling in their own adoption journey. We’re also going to talk about her new book, The 50/50 Friendship Flow: Life Lessons From and For My Girlfriends.This episode is brought to you by our Student Planner, designed by yours truly. This template will help your student plan their day in a more effective way. It’s an instant downloadable 10-page planner that comes in 5 colors and students can plan their day, week, month, and academic school year. They can also track their grades, homework, exercise, and reading.Go to etsy.com/shop/TinseltownMomShop and get your student planner for only $5.00.  Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedIn

On this episode of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I’ll be giving some Tinseltown Mom Tips that will prayerfully help you navigate your life a little easier. I’m going to share 5 ways the social media giant Pinterest can add value to your life.For those unfamiliar with this platform, it’s an online, photo-sharing site, where you can collect all the things that you love, whether it’s your favorite recipes, hairstyles, clothes, fashion, health advice, kids’ crafts, fitness tips, business ideas, plus more.  You collect data for your specified, self-created, board, and you “pin,” AKA “save” it, or share it.For a little inspiration and ideas on how to use this social giant, check out these 15 celebrity moms on Pinterest, or feel free to connect with me at https://www.pinterest.com/TinseltownMom/.Happy pinning!This episode is brought to you by our Student Planner, designed by yours truly. This template will help your student plan their day in a more effective way. It’s an instant downloadable 10-page planner that comes in 5 colors and students can plan their day, week, month, and academic school year. They can also track their grades, homework, exercise, and reading.Go to etsy.com/shop/TinseltownMomShop and get your student planner for only $5.00.  Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterest

On episode #28 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I’m speaking with author, speaker, and consultant Rebecca Bender, a human trafficking survivor, wife, and mother of four daughters. She’s also the CEO & Founder, of the non-profit Rebecca Bender Initiative, where their trainings on this underground world equip law enforcement, first responders, and faith communities all across America.In her late teens’ as a single mom, Rebecca thought she found her happy ending when she moved to Las Vegas with her boyfriend, but when he became her pimp at the age of 19 things quickly turned for the worst. She was abused, addicted to drugs, and forced into sex trafficking for almost 6 years, before finally finding her way of escape. She talks about all of this in her memoir “In Pursuit of Love: One Woman’s Journey from Trafficked to Triumphant.”On this episode, we’re going to talk about her journey out of the sex trafficking industry plus ways to help our kids avoid this destructive path.For more on Rebecca Bender please visit her at: www.RebeccaBender.orgThis episode is brought to you by our Student Planner, designed by yours truly. This template will help your student plan their day in a more effective way. It’s an instant downloadable 10-page planner that comes in 5 colors and students can plan their day, week, month, and academic school year. They can also track their grades, homework, exercise, and reading.Go to etsy.com/shop/TinseltownMomShop and get your student planner for only $5.00.  Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterest 

On this episode, I’ll be giving some Tinseltown Mom Tips that will prayerfully help you navigate your life, and your teen's life, a little easier. Today I’m going to talk about 5 ways teens can make money online. These ideas are not just for the business-minded teens but those just wanting to take up a hobby or develop or improve upon a passion.Take in mind, when teens take the steps to make money online this encourages important life lessons like work ethic, confidence, better communication skills, time management, budgeting, plus other essential proficiencies.This episode is brought to you by our Student Planners, designed by yours truly. This template will help your student plan their days in a more effective way. It’s an instant downloadable 10-page planner that comes in 5 colors and students can plan their days, weeks, months, and academic school year. They can also track their grades, homework, exercise and reading.Go to etsy.com/shop/TinseltownMomShop and get your student planner for only $5.00.  Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterest

On today's episode #26 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I'm speaking with Deborah Gilboa, MD, aka “Dr. G.” youth development and resilience expert & family physician. She is a leading media personality seen regularly on TODAY, Good Morning America, and The Doctors. She's also featured frequently in the Washington Post, The New York Times, Huffington Post, and countless other digital and print outlets.Today we're going to talk about the influence media and pop culture have on kids, and boundaries parents can implement when broaching this subject.For more on Dr. G please visit her at Askdoctorg.comBelow are parent resources discussed in this episode:Parenting the Tech Generation: https://askdoctorg.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Parenting-In-the-Tech-Generation.pdfTech Contract: http://bit.ly/drgtechcontractThis episode is brought to you by our Student Planner, designed by yours truly. This template will help your student plan their day in a more effective way. It’s an instant downloadable 10-page planner that comes in 5 colors and students can plan their day, week, month, and academic school year. They can also track their grades, homework, exercise, and reading.Go to etsy.com/shop/TinseltownMomShop and get your student planner for only $5.00.  Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterest

On this episode of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I’ll be giving some Tinseltown Mom Tips that will prayerfully help you navigate your parenting life a little easier. Today I’m going to talk about 5 ways middle school kids can stay organized during distance learning.When students start middle school, they normally go from having one teacher to a teacher for every subject. It’s important that as parents we help them stay on track of their responsibilities so they don’t feel overwhelmed. Because many kids are distance learning, it’s even more important to keep them on task.This episode is brought to you by our Back to School Student Planners, designed by yours truly. This template will help your student plan their days in a more effective way. It’s an instant downloadable 10-page planner that comes in 5 colors and students can plan their days, weeks, months, and academic school year. They can also track their grades, homework, exercise and reading.Go to etsy.com/shop/TinseltownMomShop and get your student planner for only $5.00.  Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterest

On podcast episode #24 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, Kari Kampakis, speaker, columnist, and author of the new book: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter, shares ways moms can have healthier relationships with their teen daughters, plus gives strategies to help them through their pivotal years, and this challenging season.For more on Kari Kampakis visit her at wwwKarikampakis.comThis episode is brought to you by our Student Planner, designed by yours truly. This template will help your student plan their day in a more effective way. It’s an instant downloadable 10-page planner that comes in 5 colors and students can plan their day, week, month, and academic school year. They can also track their grades, homework, exercise, and reading.Go to etsy.com/shop/TinseltownMomShop and get your student planner for only $5.00.  Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterest

On this episode, I’ll be giving some Tinseltown Mom Tips that will prayerfully help you navigate your parenting life a little easier. I’m going to talk about 5 ways to have more patience with your kids.One dictionary version of the word patience describes it as “the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset.” Most moms will agree that they wish they had more patience, especially during the most difficult parenting moments. I’ll share some things that have helped my patience level that will hopefully help you.This episode is brought to you by our Student Planner, designed by yours truly. This template will help your student plan their day in a more effective way. It’s an instant downloadable 10-page planner that comes in 5 colors and students can plan their day, week, month, and academic school year. They can also track their grades, homework, exercise, and reading.Go to etsy.com/shop/TinseltownMomShop and get your student planner for only $5.00.  Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterest

On today’s episode of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, we’ll be speaking with Dr. Sanam Hafeez, a licensed psychologist who’s on the faculty at Columbia University’s PhD program in Clinical Psychology. She’s also a sought after television, media and print personality, often appearing on the Dr. Oz Show, CNN, CBS, NBC, FOX, and WPIX, as well as contributing to well-regarded newspapers, journals, and magazines.Today we’re going to discuss increased cases of mental illness in kids, specifically anxiety and depression, and how to help them cope during this pandemic.For more information on Dr. Hafeez please visit her at: www.comprehendthemind.comThis episode is brought to you by our Student Planner, designed by yours truly. This template will help your student plan their day in a more effective way. It’s an instant downloadable 10-page planner that comes in 5 colors and students can plan their day, week, month, and academic school year. They can also track their grades, homework, exercise, and reading.Go to etsy.com/shop/TinseltownMomShop and get your student planner for only $5.00.  Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterest

On podcast episode #21 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I’ll be giving some Tinseltown Mom Tips that will, prayerfully, help you navigate your parenting life a little easier. I'm going to talk about 5 important life skills that I think kids need to learn before becoming teenagers.I do want to preface this by saying there are many life skills kids need to learn, but I'm going to talk about 5 essential skills I think are imperative in helping to prepare kids for independence and adulthood.This episode is brought to you by our Kids Priority Planner and Teen Productivity Planner,  designed to help kids and teens plan their days in a more effective way plus teach them important organizational skills. It’s an instant download that you can begin using with your kids immediately. Podcast listeners can get this planner for only $3.75 (a 25% savings) at the link below:https://www.etsy.com/shop/TinseltownMomShop?coupon=PODCAST

On Episode #20 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, we're going to discuss depression, suicide and suicide prevention during this time of social distancing.  My guest today is Dr. Kathyrn Smerling, a psychotherapist who provides a variety of adult, family and child therapy in her private practice. She’s also a nationally recognized expert contributor for various outlets such as CNN, HLN, and Fox News.For more on Dr. Smerling please visit her at drksmerling.com

On episode #19 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I'll be talking about 5 films that deal with racial injustice among African-Americans.Racial tension is at an all-time high so I wanted to share some inspirational family-friendly films that address racism and injustice against African-American people. A lot of parents are looking for films they can watch with their kids during these tenuous times. Kids are looking for their parents to help them navigate all that’s going on in the world and film is a great way to do that.These films are all based on a true story and they provide hope, which is what is desperately needed today.It's been said that the universal language of sports is a connector that brings people together in ways like no other, so today’s films all have a sports theme.It doesn't matter where you're from, your religious beliefs, or economic background, when you're rooting for the same team you're on the same team, even if just briefly. Sports promote a sense of belonging and identity by tying people together to a common goal.Hopefully, these films will not only invoke encouragement but be great conversation starters you have with your kids. I do recommend that before letting your kids watch any of these films to watch them first to make sure it’s subject matter that you feel comfortable letting them see.CLICK HERE to see list of films.

On episode #18 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, Parenting expert, Guidance Counselor, Licensed Educational Psychologist, and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst, Reena Patel talks about appropriate screen time for kids and teens, especially during these days of social distancing.Reena has been featured on: The Doctors, CNN, The Wall Steet Journal, Parents Magazine, Yahoo News, Forbes, AOL, KTLA, plus a host of other platforms. For more on Reena please visit her at www.reenabpatel.com

Mom builds six-figure business from daughter's hospital room. On podcast episode #17 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom we're speaking with entrepreneur and Instagram influencer Kayla Ybanez. Kayla launched a successful, six-figure, business from a hospital bedside where her three-year-old daughter spent 436 days straight, fighting for her life. She called on her entrepreneurial instincts and learned to become a business coach and strategist, helping online entrepreneurs with their sales, marketing and launch strategies to drive growth.Today, Kayla shares how she went from working 3 jobs to building a successful brand in less than 2 years!Follow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterest 

Paula Bryant-Ellis, who recently created the show Behind Her Faith, a docuseries that highlights the courage and strength of four women and the power of their faith talks about her new series on episode #16, plus we discuss being a person of faith in the entertainment industry.For more on Paula Bryant-Ellis visit her at Maryestherruth.com

Due to COVID-19, schools all over the country have closed, leaving parents to serve as homeschoolers for the first time. On podcast episode #15, school educator and author, Roxanna Elden, shares best practices for parents who find themselves thrust into the world of education. Roxanna has over a decade of experience as a public-school English teacher and speaks to audiences all over the country about educational issues. She also advises parents on best practices when it comes to homeschooling their kids during the coronavirus epidemic.Roxanna recently wrote a Washington Post essay that offers a teacher’s guide for parents reluctantly home-schooling their kids. She has also been featured on NPR, The New York Times, The Atlantic, and most recently authored the book Adequate Yearly Progress: A Novel.For more on Roxanna Elden you can visit her at www.RoxannaElden.com

On episode #14, Lisa Novick Goldberg recalls her harrowing experience growing up in the corrupt, chaotic, and sometimes glamorous world of organized crime and reveals how her father's closest friends and business associates, the mafia, wreaked havoc on her childhood and negatively affected her mental health.Lisa chronicles her story in her memoir, The Apple and the Shady Tree: The Mafia, My Family and Me, where she takes readers on her intense journey to examine the terror, confusion, anxiety and depression that came with a lifetime of negotiating her identities as both a privileged Jewish girl and a quasi-Mafia princess in addition to her struggles with co-dependent and toxic relationships with her parents, and in particular her father.For more on Lisa, please visit Lisanovickgoldberg.comFollow Tinseltown Mom!TinseltownMom BlogFacebookTwitterPinterest

Achea Redd is the wife of NBA legend Michael Redd and mom of two. She was diagnosed with depression and Generalized Anxiety Disorder in 2016. She also battled eating disorders throughout her teens. Ashamed of her condition, Achea hid it, which exacerbated her issues and caused a nervous breakdown.On today's episode, Achea talks about how being an NBA Player's wife affected her mental illness and how she finally found the help she needed.Achea created Real Girls F.A.R.T. [Fearless, Authentic, Rescuer, Trailblazer], a space to empower and equip women with tools to find and use their voices and become their best, truest selves. She is also the author of Be Free. Be You, which is about the journey to wholeness and happiness through loving and embracing the real you. With humor, empathy, and honesty, Achea takes you through the ups and downs of her own life and uses her story to show the path to self-love and authenticity.*Get a complimentary book on Audible if you sign up for a free trial.* Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link.

Two moms, Carri Levy and Molly Mager, created a rare disease medical series called Behind The Mystery: Rare and Genetic, a recurring series on the award-winning show The Balancing Act that airs on Lifetime TV.Today we’re going to be talking about how they were inspired to create this show over 8 years ago, plus, in honor of Rare Disease Day on Feb 29th, they are launching a new digital education campaign.For the past eight years, Behind The Mystery has been bringing undiagnosed, misdiagnosed and complex medical conditions to the forefront by partnering with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies who are on a mission to educate the public, which should lead to earlier diagnosis, treatment and provide a community for people suffering from these disorders.The Balancing Act’s website (thebalancingact.com/rare) is a valuable 24/7 resource for patients and doctors who want to learn more about the over 85 featured rare and genetic diseases on Behind The Mystery. The show airs on Lifetime at 7:30 am EST (check local listings).

Lori Villafane is author of the book The Other Gloria, a story about an abuse survivor with dissociative identity disorder who must confront her past in order to save herself and her daughters. This book represents Lori’s real-life struggles but in a fictionalized tale.On this episode, Lori will talk about how trauma triggered dissociative disorder in her life, and how she’s recovering lost memories with her daughters.According to the Mayo Clinic, Dissociative disorders are mental disorders that involve experiencing a disconnection and lack of continuity between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions and identity. People with dissociative disorders escape reality in ways that are involuntary and unhealthy and cause problems with functioning in everyday life.To learn more about Lori please visit www.theothergloria.com/book/: or to buy The Other Gloria on Amazon visit https://amzn.to/2StBQPHGet a complimentary book on Audible if you sign up for a free trial.Visit http://www.audibletrack.com/freeaudiobook to get your book now!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link.

Emily Lynn Paulson is a beloved wife, mother to five, speaker, network marketing leader, certified professional recovery coach and has recently celebrated 3 years of sobriety.Today we’re going to be talking about Emily’s road to recovery from alcoholism plus delve into alcohol abuse and motherhood. We're also going to discuss her new book, Highlight Real: Finding Honesty and Recovery Behind the Filtered Life, a true story of what happens when a so-called perfect mother and businesswoman is forced to find reckoning with her past and build a future based on the authenticity she has always sought. The book delves into trauma, mental illness, attempted suicide, infidelity and much more and is a memoir of healing as well as a fully modern look at what happens when the filters fall off and real life emerges into the light.For more on Emily please visit her at www.emilylynnpaulson.com or you can buy her book at https://amzn.to/2uCpZGD.Get a complimentary book on Audible if you sign up for a free trial.Visit http://www.audibletrack.com/freeaudiobook to get your book now!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link.

Lisa Canning is a mother to 7 kids, ages 10 and under and she's currently pregnant with her 8th child, due in January!Lisa helps moms customize their lives around what matters most. She's become a recognizable face in the interior design and entertainment industry working on shows such as HGTV’s Marriage Under Construction and Property Brothers, and hosting regular live lifestyle segments on shows like The Marilyn Denis Show.On this episode, #9, Lisa talks about strategies for moms to not feel, and be, so overwhelmed. She also gives practical advice to moms who have dreams but feel too overwhelmed to pursue them.Check out Lisa's new book, "The Possibility Mom: How to be a Great Mom and Pursue Your Dreams at the Same Time" The Possibility Mom helps moms be less stressed, feel less guilt and get more done while chasing their dreams. When moms do well at work, they feel like they’re failing at home, and when they focus on their family, they feel like they’re falling behind at work. The Possibility Mom provides readers solutions to trim the to-do list, clarify their priorities, get more done in less time, and ensure they are living a life they love―one that they design.For more on Lisa Canning visit her at LisaCanning.caGet a complimentary book on Audible for signing up for a free trial!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link.

Kristen Jenson is the founder of Protect Young Minds and serves on the Prevention Task Force of the National Coalition on Sexual Exploitation. She is also the best-selling author of  Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today’s Young Kids and Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr.: A Simple Plan to Protect Young Minds. Both books allow for a natural and comfortable way to talk to your kids about pornography. Good Pictures Bad Pictures is in the top 100 best-selling parenting books on Amazon.Be sure to listen to podcast episode #7 where Kristen talks about the devastating consequences of pornography. She also gives kids ways to arm themselves if they are exposed to it.On this episode, part 2, Kristen will advise parents on how to protect kids against porn's destructive effect, and provide a framework in which to follow.For more on Kristen Jenson and ways to protect your children visit: https://www.protectyoungminds.orgTo order Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today’s Young Kids visit: https://amzn.to/32S4hKtTo order Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr.: Porn-Proofing Today’s Young Kids visit: https://amzn.to/2QoTK6VGet a complimentary book on Audible for signing up for a free trial!  Visit http://www.audibletrack.com/freeaudiobook to get your book now!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link.

Kristen Jenson is the founder of Protect Young Minds and serves on the Prevention Task Force of the National Coalition on Sexual Exploitation. She is also the best-selling author of  Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today’s Young Kids and Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr.: A Simple Plan to Protect Young Minds. Both books allow for a natural and comfortable way to talk to your kids about pornography. Good Pictures Bad Pictures is in the top 100 best-selling parenting books on Amazon.On this episode, part 1, Kristen delves into the dark realm of pornography and gives kids ways to arm themselves if they are exposed to it. Part 2 will air December 9th and Kristen will advise parents on how to protect kids against porn's destructive effect, and provide a framework in which to follow.For more on Kristen Jenson and ways to protect your children visit: https://www.protectyoungminds.orgTo order Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today’s Young Kids visit: https://amzn.to/32S4hKtTo order Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr.: Porn-Proofing Today’s Young Kids visit: https://amzn.to/2QoTK6VOr, enter to win autographed copies of both books below! https://tinseltownmom.com/giveaway-2-winners-will-win-autographed-copies-of-kristen-jensens-bestselling-porn-proofing-books-for-kids/Get a complimentary book on Audible for signing up for a free trial!  Visit http://www.audibletrack.com/freeaudiobook to get your book now!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link.

Dr. Vanessa Lapointe is a mother of two, published author, parenting expert, registered psychologist and sought-after media guest who regularly speaks on a wide range of topics related to childrearing, child development, mental health, and school success.On this episode of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, we’re going to discuss sibling rivalry, as well as discipline strategies, and Dr. Lapointe will offer tips on how to navigate these areas successfully.For more on Dr. Lapointe please visit her at https://drvanessalapointe.comAlso check out her books on Amazon, Discipline without Damage: How to Get Your Kids to Behave Without Messing Them up (https://amzn.to/361IB0E) and Parenting Right from the Start. (https://amzn.to/2sqGyET)Get a complimentary book on Audible for signing up for a free trial!  Visit http://www.audibletrack.com/freeaudiobook to get your book now!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link.