Parents are often encouraged to prioritize self-care, but when faced with a child's mental health crisis, taking care of ourselves can feel like an overwhelming challenge. In this episode, Dr. Sarah is joined by author and mom Tracey Yokas, who discovered that in order to help her daughter heal, she first needed to heal herself. Tracey is the author of Bloodlines: A Memoir of Harm and Healing, a deeply personal account of how embracing the power of love can transform our past and strengthen our present. In this conversation, Tracey shares the tools she's used to heal from generational trauma, rebuild her relationship with her daughter, and navigate the complexities of battling with healthcare systems and more

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Richard Blank has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008, bringing over a decade of leadership and expertise to the industry. His journey in the call center world has been anything but conventional, marked by unexpected challenges and triumphs. In this week’s episode, Richard shares his inspiring personal story and his passion for excellence. He credits much of his success to his mastery of interpersonal communication, rhetorical skills, and a deep commitment to employee motivation.

Divorce can be a challenging experience for both parents and children. This week, Dr. Sarah is joined by Mr. Charles D. Jamieson, P.A., a board-certified expert in Marital and Family Law with over 40 years of experience. Mr. Jamieson shares valuable insights on navigating divorce, offering support for parents, understanding the legal process, exploring parallel parenting, and much more.

When is the best time to talk to your kids about money? The answer is right now! You can start at a young age with the basics and go from there. More than half the parents in the country miss opportunities to teach their children about money and finance. It is important to talk about money in our daily lives and help them learn about your family’s values. John Adams, a private Wealth Advisor, founder and principal of Adams, Gut and Associates will help us get the conversation going.

Fall is a favorite time of year for most families, but for some parents and children this time of year can be challenging due to the potential scary themes. In this episode Dr. Sarah will discuss how to decide if you should let your child watch scary movies and how to manage fears and phobia in general.

One of the most significant challenges parents face is sleeplessness and navigating sleep training. With the overwhelming amount of information available, finding the right approach for your family's unique needs can be daunting. This week, we're excited to welcome Kevin Lavelle, CEO and co-founder of Harbor, a startup that is transforming sleep for families with young children through its innovative baby monitor and Remote Night Nanny platform. As both a parent and entrepreneur, Kevin launched Harbor with the support of sleep experts to develop solutions and education aimed at helping families achieve a restful night’s sleep for both children and parents alike.

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Have you ever wondered why your once sweet teen all of a sudden doesn’t want to talk to you. This normal developmental stage of adolescence can be hard as a parent, especially when you once enjoyed a close relationship with your child. In this episode, Dr. Sarah breaks down whether or not to be concerned about the silent treatment and how to get your kid to talk to you. If you want more tips and guidance, make sure to follow @growingupwithdrsarah on Instagram and subscribe to the podcast!