Parenting & You With Dr. Shefali

The top complaint Dr. Shefali hears from parents is: “My partner and I aren’t on the same parenting page.” Misalignment can make raising kids harder, leaving children confused and more likely to act out. In this episode, Dr. Shefali helps a couple uncover their parenting misalignments and guides them toward unity—for the betterment of their kids and family.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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Dr. Shefali chats with bestselling author, educator, and mom Alyssa Campbell, author of Big Kids, Bigger Feelings. They explore Alyssa’s personal journey through parenting — from emotional triggers to the everyday struggles and triumphs of raising emotionally aware kids. This raw and real conversation offers relatable insights and practical tools for every parent.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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Life doesn’t always go as planned—and parenting is no exception. As parents, we often face unexpected challenges that demand courage, flexibility, and deep wisdom. In this powerful episode, Dr. Shefali offers compassionate, practical guidance on how to show up for those difficult moments with presence and strength. 

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Dr. Shefali sits down with a courageous mother-daughter duo to explore their journey through eating disorders, body shaming, teenage struggles, and the societal pressures young girls face. Together, they reveal the pain, resilience, and healing that brought them closer—and ultimately made them stronger than ever. This eye-opening conversation offers insight, inspiration, and hope for other mothers and daughters navigating similar challenges.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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Do you struggle with change as a parent? Are transitions difficult, and does the unpredictability of the future leave you feeling anxious or unsettled? In this episode, Dr. Shefali explores why so many parents cling to routine and predictability—and how that attachment can actually limit growth. She dives into how embracing the unknown can help you become a more present, conscious, and resilient parent.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Shefali explores the subtle but powerful trap many parents fall into: emotional enmeshment and codependency. From being there every step of the way since infancy, we often struggle to let go and allow our children to experience life on their own terms. This need to hold on can create chaos, stifle growth, and damage connection. Dr. Shefali offers a compassionate guide to recognizing these patterns and creating space for our children to evolve with autonomy and strength.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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Why do our kids act out—and why are we so quick to label them as “bad”? In this insightful episode, Dr. Shefali dives deep into the real reasons behind children's difficult behaviors. She unpacks how negative labels create harmful attention patterns and prevent true healing. With compassion and clarity, Dr. Shefali guides parents to look beneath the surface, uncover the root causes, and shift from blame to connection. 

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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 In this episode, Dr. Shefali guides parents who feel overwhelmed by the pressure to keep their children happy, safe, and well-behaved — all while managing their own inner struggles, many from their own childhood. She offers insights to help parents release this emotional burden and shows them a healthier, more mindful path forward for themselves and their families.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you ccan become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for.

For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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In this episode, Dr. Shefali sits down for an in-depth, raw, and honest conversation with psychotherapist and transformational coach Terri Cole, who is renowned for helping people turn fear into freedom. Terri opens up about her personal experience of becoming a stepmom to three teenage boys — sharing how challenging it was, what she learned along the way, and how her journey can guide and inspire others facing similar situations. This thought-provoking conversation offers valuable insights for anyone navigating complex family dynamics and personal growth.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you ccan become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for.

For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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In this episode, Dr. Shefali addresses the heavy burden of mother guilt — that lingering feeling moms carry when they know they’ve made mistakes and wish they could turn back time. She shares powerful insights on how to forgive yourself, release regret, and show up as the parent your children truly need now. If you’ve ever wished you could undo a moment and be the best mom you can be today, this conversation is for you.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you ccan become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for.

For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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In this very special episode, Dr. Shefali sits down with New York Times bestselling author, successful podcast host, and devoted mom Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt, joined by her husband, Hollywood star Chris Pratt. Together, they dive deep into honest, heartfelt conversations about parenting, the unique differences between mothers and fathers, and Katherine opens up about her journey as a stepmom. Don’t miss this intimate, raw, and thought-provoking episode.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you ccan become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for.

For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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In this episode, Dr. Shefali dives deep into the unique challenges of blended families — from navigating parenting differences to maintaining consistency and connection as a couple. She works with a couple who are feeling overwhelmed while raising their blended family of four children. Through her guidance, they learn how to reconnect as partners and create a more harmonious family dynamic. You will hear real advice and heartfelt insights on building stronger bonds in a blended household.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you ccan become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for.

For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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In this powerful episode, Dr. Shefali welcomes financial wellness advocate, entrepreneur, and devoted mother Kate Northrup to the show for a raw and revealing conversation about women and their relationship with money. Kate opens up about her own personal hardships - moments of financial struggle, emotional setbacks, and the societal expectations she had to unlearn. With honesty and vulnerability, she shares how she rebuilt her life, one intentional step at a time.

As a mother, Kate also reflects on how these challenges shaped her    parenting journey, ultimately teaching her how to show up more consciously and compassionately for her children. This is an episode for anyone who's ever felt lost in their financial journey - Or life itself - And is ready to find strength in the struggle.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you ccan become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for.

For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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Being a conscious parent is one of the most challenging and rewarding journeys we can take. It requires the courage to look in the mirror, ask tough questions, and do the deep inner work needed to break generational cycles. It’s often easier to place blame on our children or partners, avoiding our own accountability. In this episode Dr Shefali talks to two parents and offers honest insights, practical tools and transformative strategies.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you ccan become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for.

For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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Join Dr. Ramani, clinical psychologist and expert on narcissism, in an insightful conversation with Dr. Shefali as they delve into the complexities of parenting, relationships, and self-empowerment. Together, they explore transformative paths to healing, self-awareness, and living a more fulfilling life.

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali, please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for.

For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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 In this powerful episode, Dr. Shefali speaks directly to parents of teenagers—those navigating the emotional rollercoaster of adolescence. When our kids become teens, we often feel rejected, disrespected, and even invisible. They can belittle us, challenge our authority, and make us question our worth as parents. Dr. Shefali offers compassionate guidance on how to understand this phase, shift our perspective, and rebuild a stronger, more connected relationship with our teens.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches.

This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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 In this compassionate episode, Dr. Shefali addresses a common but often unspoken burden—parental guilt. She reminds us that no parent gets everything right and that we can only do the best we can with the awareness we have at the time. Dr. Shefali offers powerful insights to help parents release guilt over past mistakes and embrace a more forgiving, conscious path forward. 

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches.

This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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 In this powerful conversation, Dr. Shefali is joined by author and podcaster Jon Fogel, a father of four and advocate for conscious parenting. Together, they explore the importance of showing up fully and intentionally as a parent—especially as a father. Jon opens up about the parenting patterns he inherited from his own upbringing and how he sometimes falls into those same traps. With honesty and vulnerability, he discusses the moments he reacts in ways he wishes he didn’t, and how conscious parenting offers a better, more connected path forward. This episode is a heartfelt look at the journey of breaking generational cycles and parenting with presence and purpose.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches.

This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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“Am I doing it right?”  is a question every parent asks. In this episode, Dr. Shefali dives into the pressures of modern parenting — from wondering if we’re doing too much, to questioning if we’re trying too hard to win our child’s approval. With compassion and wisdom, Dr. Shefali helps us release guilt, stop blaming ourselves, and embrace the beautifully challenging journey of raising children.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches.

This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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Renowned parenting expert and psychologist Dr. Aliza Pressman joins Dr. Shefali for a candid and insightful conversation about the challenges and triumphs of modern parenting. Together, they explore what it takes to stay connected to your children through key transitions — from teens leaving for college to navigating divorce, raising teenage daughters, and the everyday complexities of parenting adolescents. This episode offers heartfelt wisdom, practical strategies, and a reminder that while parenting isn't easy, it’s one of the most meaningful journeys we take.

 If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,   please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches.

This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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In this heartwarming and insightful Mother’s Day episode, Dr. Shefali sits down with her daughter, Maia, for a candid conversation about their journey together. They dive deep into Dr. Shefali’s personal parenting challenges, exploring the mistakes she had made along the way, and how Maia is one of her greatest teachers. Listen in for a powerful reflection on conscious parenting, growth, and the invaluable lessons passed down from one generation to the next.

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali,  please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for.

For more information go to www.drshefali.com

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Our inner wounds and past relationships have direct implications on our children. Our ability to connect deeply with our children emerges from how well we can connect with our own inner self. In this episode, Dr. Shefali helps parents heal their pain from the past.

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali, please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

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Dr Shefali revisits parents who she has previously helped, to get an update on their progress. In this episode we witness how conscious parenting can transform lives.

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali, please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

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As parents we often struggle with our own inner pain and often feel damaged from our childhood so we operate out of panic and anxiety without even realizing it. This can lead to our kids acting out in ways we don’t know how to deal with. In this episode, Dr Shefali reveals the biggest mistakes we make as parents and how we can fix them.  

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali, please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

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Is there such a thing as a perfect parent? Our children don't need one, just a self aware and connected parent. In this episode Dr Shefali helps two parents who feel like they are not getting it right and failing as parents. She helps them figure out their blocks and how to overcome them.

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali, please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

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So many parents find the teenage years of parenting particularly challenging. Not only is it tough for the parent but also for the teenager who is discovering who they truly are. In this episode, Dr Shefali shows parents what they unconsciously do and what they can do better in order to make the deepest connection with their teens.  

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali, please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

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A parent's energy and emotional state can be  infectious and contagious. We are often unaware of how our emotional state is absorbed by our kids and its effect on them.

In this episode Dr Shefali explains how conscious parenting can help you to be a more attuned parent.

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali, please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

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No matter what age your children are - how do you know what behavior is normal? 

Many actions are healthy and part of the developmental growth curve but we always wonder and feel too embarrassed to ask. In this episode, Dr Shefali helps parents decide what behavior is normal and what is not.

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali, please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com

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Parenting today is harder than ever. It is filled with so much pressure from the external world.

We grapple with how much influence we should exert on our children while we guide and shape them. We wonder about the best way to help our children manifest their highest potential. Dr Shefal shares solutions to these struggles.

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali, please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com.

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Are you a parent that is so competent that you end up doing everything for everyone and trying to fix everything? In this episode, Dr Shefali helps parents control their strong desire to fix everything and release their children into greater autonomy and empowerment.

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You think you are being a good parent but your kids are telling you that you are not! If you have been in this situation where you feel like you and your child are from different worlds there is a reason why. In this episode Dr Shefali helps reconnect parents with their kids and get to the core of their misunderstandings.

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In a special new episode of Parenting & You, Dr. Shefali has a conversation with her dear friend, Hollywood star and author, Eva Mendes. Eva and her husband, Ryan Gosling, have two daughters who are 8 and 10 years old. Eva discusses how Dr. Shefali’s conscious parenting has helped her become a better mom. In this exclusive, raw interview she opens up about parenting traps she falls into, dealing with mommy guilt and her perspective on aging. She also reveals the inspiration of her new children’s book Desi, Mama, and the Never-Ending Worries.



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Have you gotten stuck in the mode that everything your child does frustrates you? Do you find yourself judging everything they do and dislike how they are acting?

In this episode Dr Shefali shows why this can create conflict and exactly how you can turn this around.

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When parents learn what their children need from them at different developmental stages, it reduces conflict and increases connection. For example, the teen years require a very different set of strategies than others which most parents don’t know.  In this episode Dr. Shefali discusses how you can connect with your teen in a more mindful and positive way.

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In a special new episode of Parenting & You, Dr. Shefali has a conversation with renowned spiritual teacher and New York Times bestselling author, Gabby Bernstein. Gabby says her willingness to heal changed her life forever and made her a better mom. In this episode, Gabby talks about her new book “Self Help” and shares her 4-step process to transform patterns that have held you back.

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali, please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com. 

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What do we do when our kids become adults? Our parenting techniques need a new strategy and approach. Even though we perceive them as our babies, we also want them to grow up. This can often feel like a double message for our children leaving them confused. In this episode, Dr Shefali helps two parents find the right way forward.

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When we become parents it’s our greatest desire to be better than our parents were with us. But before you know it you find yourself being just like them, making the same mistakes. In this episode Dr Shefali explains how you can break generational patterns and change the dynamic with your children.

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Most parents struggle with the best way to parent. When we fall from our standards, we feel disappointed and disheartened. This can inadvertently disrupt our ability to truly connect with our children. Dr Shefali explains how to overcome these internal setbacks and stay connected. 

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This is a repeat of an earlier episode. There is a fine line between permissiveness and over-control and few parents get it right. Some parents fall too far one way or the other. In this week’s episode, Dr. Shefali helps parents find the right balance between giving their children freedom and healthy boundaries. 

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This is a repeat of an earlier episode. Children are like sponges soaking up our emotions and behaviors. They often pick up and mirror our anxieties without us even realizing. In this episode, Dr. Shefali helps two mothers discover how their own patterns are getting in the way of connecting to their kids. 

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As parents we can be ill-equipped by our kids big emotions. Children having a meltdown can cause parents to have an even bigger one! In this episode, Dr. Shefali helps parent’s regulate the inner chaos of themselves and their kids.

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Have you been in a situation that was so painful that you felt frozen and couldn't find a way out?  In this episode, Dr Shefali speaks to two parents that are stuck in a situation and desperately need her help.

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Dr Shefali reveals what she observed in herself as a young mother and one of the main reasons she is passionate about conscious parenting. In this episode, Dr. Shefali helps people move away from their own childhood baggage to live a better life.

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This is a repeat of an earlier episode. Swept away by everyday life, many of us parents struggle to fully engage with our children in the present. As a result, we miss out on precious moments leading to lingering regrets. In this episode, Dr. Shefali delves into the profound art of connecting with our children in the here and now, exploring the transformative power of present-moment parenting. This episode will offer you the gift of healing your past and reclaiming your life in the present moment.

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The fantasy of how you will be as a parent and what your children will be like can be very different from the reality. In this episode Dr Shefali helps families turn around this unhealthy way of thinking. 

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Do you feel guilty that you sometimes miss big events in your kids' lives? Or because you can’t be present for the small ones either? Our busy schedules don’t always allow us to be around as much as we might like to be. In this episode, Dr. Shefali offers parents solutions to overcome this guilt and re-evaluate their lifestyles.

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Sometimes our kids exhibit dangerous behaviors that scare us and we don’t know what to do. It gives us anxiety when we see our kids suffer and have problematic behaviors. In this episode, Dr. Shafali helps parents understand the issues and how to work through it.

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Are you anxious about what other people think of you? We all crave approval from others in our lives, and the voice in our head often tells us that we need to do better and that we aren't good enough. Dr. Shefali shares how we can liberate ourselves in the most powerful way possible and overcome these anxieties.

​IIf you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali, please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com. 

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Most parents don’t realize that conscious parenting involves understanding what's going on in a child's mind. Without this knowledge parents have a tendency to be reactive which can be detrimental to our children. In this episode Dr Shefali explains how we can better attune with our children once we appreciate what’s going on in their brains.

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali, please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com. 

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In a special new episode of Parenting & You, Dr. Shefali has a conversation with her dear friend, hollywood star and author, Eva Mendes. Eva and her husband, Ryan Gosling, have two daughters who are 8 and 10 years old. Eva discusses how Dr. Shefali’s conscious parenting has helped her become a better mom. In this exclusive, raw interview she opens up about parenting traps she falls into, dealing with mommy guilt and her perspective on aging. She also reveals the inspiration of her new children’s book Desi, Mama, and the Never-Ending Worries.

If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali, please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com. 

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