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Starting a new school year can be filled with excitement, nerves, and everything in between—for both kids and parents! In this episode, we’re joined by Heather Whitis, a Clinical Pediatric Mental Health Therapist with over 21 years of experience, to talk about how to help your kids start the year emotionally strong.

Heather shares practical tips on easing back-to-school anxiety, establishing healthy routines, supporting kids in making friends, and navigating big transitions like Pre-K and beyond. Whether your child is bouncing with excitement or feeling the first-day jitters, this episode is full of wisdom to help them thrive.

Heather also opens up about her own journey as a mom and the best parenting advice she’s ever received—plus a simple way to remind your child they’re loved even when you’re apart.

If you’re ready to help your kids step into the school year with confidence, this conversation is for you.

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In this episode of Help! I Have Kids, we're getting ready for a new school year with advice that makes sense for real families. Our guest is Caitlin Brown, a school-based occupational therapist and mom of two, who brings both professional insight and personal experience to the conversation.

We talk about how to help kids ease into routines, what to look for in a backpack or pair of shoes, and how to set your child up for success in the classroom. Caitlin shares practical tools for focus, organization, and independence, especially for kids who may struggle with anxiety, attention, or transitions.

If you're feeling overwhelmed by school supply lists, Pinterest hacks, or the pressure to do it all, this episode will help you take a breath and start the year with confidence.

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In a world full of parenting voices—experts, influencers, and the never-ending scroll—it can be hard to know who (or what) to trust.

In this episode, host Pam Marshall is joined by speech-language pathologist and mom of four, Beth Blankenship, for a powerful conversation about informed parenting. Together, they talk about what it means to trust your gut, navigate conflicting opinions, and advocate for your children with confidence.

Beth shares personal stories of parenting through grief, pushing back against medical advice, and how she filters guidance through connection, empathy, and wisdom.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to know if advice is trustworthy
• What to do when professionals disagree
• Why your instincts matter more than you think
• Small mindset shifts that lead to confident parenting

Whether you’re a new parent or deep in the journey, this episode is full of encouragement, insight, and real talk from moms who get it.

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