Mom Enough: A Parenting Podcast

Mom Enough: A Parenting Podcast


Latest Episodes

Learning a Second Language, Learning through Language: A Conversation with U of M Researcher Melissa Koenig
August 10, 2015

Very young children have a remarkable capacity to learn whatever language (or languages) they hear. But as we get older, we often struggle at learning a second language and may never “speak like a native” (as Marti learned years ago trying to order a b...

Helping Your Children through Life’s Humiliating, Embarrassing Moments: A Conversation with Children’s Author Nancy Carlson
August 03, 2015

Nancy Carlson understands children’s feelings and turns that understanding into delightful picture books that help children confront some of life’s most embarrassing moments and experiences. In this lively, free-wheeling discussion with Marti & Erin,

Happiest Baby on the Block: A Conversation with Dr. Harvey Karp
July 27, 2015

You’ve jiggled, you’ve rocked, you’ve walked the floor, but nothing seems to ease your baby’s distress. Your nerves are frazzled, you’re sleep-deprived, and you feel like screaming. Probably every parent has been there,

Breaking the Cycle of Abuse: A Conversation with Author Dave Pelzer
July 20, 2015

In his bestselling book, A Child Called It, Dave Pelzer told the story of the horrific abuse he experienced at the hands of his mother. After years as a popular speaker and frequent guest on national media, Dave now has written Too Close To Me,

Use Your Words: The Why and How-to of Using Writing to Help You Be the Mom (and Woman) You Want to Be
July 13, 2015

As parents, we often remind our children, “Use your words,” to help them express and manage their emotions. But that can be good advice for parents too! Writer Kate Hopper’s new book is an inspiring and informative manual to help you discover the power...

What You Need to Know about Substance Abuse and Your Children, Tots to Teens
July 06, 2015

From the earliest years of life, our children are learning about alcohol and other mood-altering substances from what they see and hear among adults in their lives. At earlier ages than ever before, children encounter opportunities and temptations to e...

Using Music to Promote Language and Literacy: Fun, Easy Tips for Parents
June 28, 2015

For 30 years early childhood educator Ron Gustafson has been engaging children in music, both in the classroom and from a stage as part of the popular Teddy Bear Band. Today he brings his knowledge and experience to Mom Enough in a unique discussion an...

Family Dinner: The Why and How of Mealtimes that Build Health and Happiness for You and Your Family
June 22, 2015

If you’re like many parents, getting your family members to the table for regular mealtimes isn’t always easy. But this week’s Mom Enough guest has spent much of her career studying why family dinner is so important, why it happens so seldom,

From Trauma to Transcendence: A Mindful Parenting Conversation with Matthew Sanford, Yoga Teacher, Author and Dad
June 15, 2015

Matthew Sanford was a strong, healthy young man when a devastating accident turned his world upside down. Paraplegic and suffering unimaginable loss, Matthew couldn’t have known what a rich and productive life lay before him. But 33 years later,

The Fourth Trimester: What Babies Experience – and What They Need – in the First Three Months of Life
June 08, 2015

When we become parents for the first time, we are plunged into a myriad of new experiences, with all the emotion and uncertainty that accompany such a major life change. But have you ever imagined what it is like for the baby, leaving the cozy,