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New Parents Podcast: Babysitters

Our latest podcast is live and it's all about babysitters—how to find 'em, how to keep 'em, and and how to manage this super-important relationship. Whether your family needs a full-time nanny or a Friday-night sitter, we have tons of good advice from expert Susan Davis, one of the editors of Searching for Mary Poppins.

But that's not all! Diane and Barrie tackle tough parenting dilemmas, like how to help a sensitive kid toughen up and how to solve toddler sleep struggles.

And last—but never least—Judy shares our pick for blog of the month! This month the title goes to Smitten Kitchen, whose delicious recipes are the perfect cure for the "what's for dinner tonight, Mom?" blues.

As always, you can subscribe to our podcast on iTunes.

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We Want You! (To Be a Podcast Caller)

Have a parenthood dilemma or sticky situation? Sibling struggles? Sleep issues? Potty-training woes? A super-picky eater? Get your question answered by the experts on our Parents Podcast! We're looking for callers for our Q&A segment, which we'll be taping this Friday from 10:45-11:30 ET. No dilemma is too big or small: Just email your question to editors@goodyblog.com and we'll be in touch.

New Podcast: Return of the Parent Tips!

The latest Parents Podcast is live! In this quickie episode, our editors and staffers dish their super-useful parenting tricks and tips. Hear our strategies for getting kids to cooperate, teaching your kids to tell time, and stopping power struggles in their tracks. Huge bonus: Listen to this mini-episode right now! Just click play, below.

To hear some of our more in-depth episodes—and to subscribe for free if you liked what you heard!—go to iTunes or click the "subscribe to the Parents podcast" link on the left. (You'll also be able to download this episode, of course.)

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To hear some of our more in-depth episodes—and to subscribe for free if you liked what you heard!—go to iTunes or click the "subscribe to the Parents podcast" link on the left. (You'll also be able to download this episode, of course.)

New Parents Podcast: Breastfeeding

Our latest Parents Podcast is live! This episode is all about nursing: We all know that breast is best—but what happens if you just can't breastfeed your baby, or you choose not to? We talk to real moms about their nursing struggles, and breastfeeding advocate Dr. Jane Morton shares the benefits of nursing and advice for families who are having trouble.

As always, Barrie and Diane tackle tough parenting dilemmas from callers around the country, like what to do when your kid plays too rough, or when he just won't stay in bed at night.

Our blog of the month (drumroll please...) is the always-hilarious I Am Bossy. Next week she's taking off on a serious road trip: She's driving all over the country for a month to meet up as many readers and bloggy friends as humanly possible! Too cool.

Okay so how do I listen? Click on the button at the left (Subscribe to Podcast) or download (for free!) on iTunes.

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New Podcast: Parent Tips Strike Back

The latest Parents Podcast is live! In this quickie episode, our editors and staffers dish their best parenting tricks and tips. Hear our strategies for the easiest way to get your kids to do what you want, staying sane as a parent, and having a super-fun birthday party. Huge bonus: Listen to this mini-episode right now! Just click play, below.

To hear some of our more in-depth episodes—and to subscribe for free if you liked what you heard!—go to iTunes or click the "subcribe to the Parents podcast" link on the left. (You'll also be able to download this episode, of course.)

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To hear some of our more in-depth episodes—and to subscribe for free if you liked what you heard!—go to iTunes or click the "subcribe to the Parents podcast" link on the left. (You'll also be able to download this episode, of course.)

Get Your Questions Answered!

It's that time again: If you have a parenting dilemma, now's your chance to get your questions answered by the experts on our Parents Podcast! We're looking for callers for our Q&A segment, which we'll be taping next week. No dilemma is too big or small: Just email your question to editors@goodyblog.com and we'll be in touch. Thanks!

New Parents Podcast: More Parent Tips

The latest Parents Podcast is live! In this quickie episode, our editors and staffers dish their best parenting tricks and tips. Hear our strategies for how to combat a cranky kid, keeping your linen closet clutter-free, tailoring your discipline to your child, and helping your family get exercise on a rainy day. Huge bonus: Listen to this mini-episode right now! Just click play, below.

To hear some of our more in-depth episodes—and to subscribe for free if you liked what you heard!—go to iTunes or click the "subcribe to the Parents podcast" link on the left. (You'll also be able to download this episode, of course.)

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To hear some of our more in-depth episodes—and to subscribe for free if you liked what you heard!—go to iTunes or click the "subcribe to the Parents podcast" link on the left. (You'll also be able to download this episode, of course.)

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New Parents Podcast: Toy Safety

Our latest Parents Podcast is live! This episode focuses on something that's been on our minds a lot lately: toy safety. Recalls and lead paint and headlines, oh my! What's a parent to do? Expert Daphne Eviatar gives us some perspective on what to really worry about, and how to keep your kids safe.

But that's not all! Creative Director Jeffrey Saks dishes his go-to tip for getting his son to behave, and Barrie and Diane tackle tough parenting dilemmas, like what to do with a picky eater and how to make time for sex when kids, work, and life leave you exhausted.

Our blog of the month is our very own Parents2008.org, a great resource for information on how parents—no matter who they're for—can get their voices heard this election year.

Want to Listen? Click on the button at the left (Subscribe to Podcast) or download (for free!) on iTunes.

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New Parents Podcast: Parent Tips

The latest Parents Podcast is live! In this special quickie episode, our editors and staffers dish their best parenting tricks and tips. Hear our strategies for how to get your kids to listen, making family dinner a priority, getting your kids in bed on time, and easier nighttime feeding for babies. Huge bonus: Listen to this mini-episode right now! Just click play, below.

To hear some of our more in-depth episodes—and to subscribe for free if you liked what you heard!—go to iTunes or click the "subcribe to the Parents podcast" link on the left. (You'll also be able to download this episode, of course.)

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New Parents Podcast: All About Play

Our latest Parents Podcast is live, and it's all about play! Here's why you must listen right now:

1. Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek gives us the scoop on why you need to get silly and have some good old-fashioned fun with your kids. Stop scheduling the Official Quality Time and just play—kids learn just as much from being goofy with you.

2. Editor-in-Chief Sally Lee dishes how to teach your kids to say thank you. That's one lesson you don't want to miss.

3. Barrie and Diane tackle tough parenting dilemmas from listeners across the country—including one on siblings from a very special guest star: our very own podcast producer, Curtis Fox. (Want your questions answered? Email us!)

4. Judy reveals our Blog of the Month: RookieMoms! We love these "two geeky gals" because they share really do-able, fun activities to do with your baby. Hit them up for inspiration when you've hit the wall and you just can't sing "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" ever again.

Okay I'm Sold, How Do I Listen?
Click on the button at the left (Subscribe to Podcast) or download (for free!) on iTunes.

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