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New Parents Podcast: Night Nurses

After reading your heated discussion about the emerging trend of night nannies, our editors just had to weigh in. The issue of whether parents should hire a night nurse is obviously super-polarizing. But what’s wrong with having someone help you through those first few exhausting weeks of parenthood? And why is hiring parenting help such a sensitive subject in general? Barrie, Judy, Diane, and our producer Curtis chat about the issues.

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New Parents Podcast: More Parent Tips

We're back with another episode of tips from the Parents staffers. This time our editors are sharing their time-tested tricks for limiting sweets at special events, teaching your kids to stick to their commitments, and soothing your kid after he has a bad dream.

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New Parents Podcast: Setting Limits

What do you do when you feel like a doormat mom—when you just can’t say no to your kids’ demands? Pediatrician and Parents advisor Dr. Ari Brown joins host Barrie and senior editor Judy to explain why setting boundaries is really important for your child’s development. Dr. Brown also shares her tips for putting your foot down without turning every single interaction into a power struggle.

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New Podcast: All About Sunscreen

We slather our kids in sunscreen and never leave the house without their hats, but could being the "sun police" actually contribute to vitamin D deficiency? (Our bodies produce the essential vitamin in response to sunlight.) Dermatologist and Parents advisor Dr. Jody Alpert Levine joins host Barrie and health and psychology editor Diane to help us figure it out—and share more sun safety tips.

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New Parents Podcast: Strawberry Shortcake Gets a Makeover

Remember when we blogged about Strawberry Shortcake's new look? There was so much to discuss that we decided to do a podcast about this trend of giving classic toys subtly (or not-so-subtly) sexy makeovers. Yours truly talks with our host Barrie Gillies about what it means for our kids, what psychologists say, and what parents can do. (We threw in a few great suggestions from you guys—thanks!)

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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.

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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.)