Today, Jess dives deep into a highly requested topic: Understanding and supporting the ADHD brain. Drawing from her clinical experience with neurodivergent children, she breaks down six crucial insights. If you want to understand the 'why' behind your child's behaviour and learn how to foster an environment where they can truly thrive, you won't want to miss this solo episode!

Check out these episodes for more on supporting cognitive flexibility:

Brain Stuckness: Why Kids Struggle With Flexibility (Part 1)

Brain Stuckness: Reducing Power Struggles & Building Flexibility (Part 2)

If you have a child with ADHD or you suspect your child may have ADHD, and you want to learn more about how you can support them, check out our new course: Parenting Your Child with ADHD.

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Credits:

Editing by The Pod Cabin

Artwork by Wallflower Studio

Production by Nurtured First

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In this episode, we break down the most common reasons children struggle with sleep and share gentle, effective ways to help them rest better. You’ll learn what’s normal, what may be disrupting your child’s sleep, and how to create healthier sleep habits without harsh sleep-training methods or leaving your child to cry alone.

If you’re tired, overwhelmed, and searching for realistic sleep support that actually feels good as a parent, this conversation is for you.

Want to learn more about supporting your child with sleep?

Podcast Episode: “You Really Want To Talk About Sleep Training!?"

Nurtured First Blog: https://nurturedfirst.com/blog/

Nurtured First Course: Solving Bedtime Battles

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Credits:

Editing by The Pod Cabin

Artwork by Wallflower Studio

Production by Nurtured First

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In this solo episode of Robot Unicorn, Jess tackles a common parenting struggle: How to find a middle ground between being passive and resorting to yelling. Tune in to gain practical insights that will empower you to break negative cycles and lead your children with respect and calm authority.

Learn more about our Parenting Little Kids course here.

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Credits:

Editing by The Pod Cabin

Artwork by Wallflower Studio

Production by Nurtured First

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Jess sits down with guest Libby Ward to discuss her highly anticipated new book, Honest Motherhood. Themes covered include: Raising a sensitive baby, learning how to be a parent after a traumatic childhood, postpartum anxiety, and more. Tune in for an incredibly raw, validating conversation that will help you drop the heavy facade of the 'perfect mom' and learn how to find yourself.

Want to hear more from Libby?

Connect on Instagram

Connect on TikTok

Connect on Facebook

Order her new book: Honest Motherhood: On Losing My Mind and Finding Myself

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Credits:

Editing by The Pod Cabin

Artwork by Wallflower Studio

Production by Nurtured First

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CW: Abuse, child sexual abuse, grooming

In this final episode of our 3-part series on child sexual abuse, Jess and Scott dive into practical steps parents can take to protect their kids. Listeners will walk away with valuable tools, including easy conversational games to play with children and tips for recognizing behavioural red flags.

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Editing by The Pod Cabin

Artwork by Wallflower Studio

Production by Nurtured First

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CW: Abuse, child sexual abuse, grooming

In Part 2 of this critical series on child sexual abuse, hosts Jess and Scott delve into the dark realities of child abuse and the manipulative process of grooming. Jess and Scott debunk dangerous myths while providing parents with practical red flags to look out for. Tune in to empower yourself with the vital knowledge needed to protect your children and identify unsafe environments before they escalate.

If you want to learn more about how to proactively teach your child about body safety and consent to reduce their risk of abuse, check out these other episodes:

How Can I Protect My Kids From Sexual Abuse?

How To Teach Kids About Body Safety and Consent: Tricky People, Secrets, and Safety Plans

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Editing by The Pod Cabin

Artwork by Wallflower Studio

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CW: Abuse, child sexual abuse, grooming

In this heavy but crucial episode of Robot Unicorn, hosts Jess and Scott tackle the difficult reality of childhood sexual abuse and the grooming process. We break down why abusers are overwhelmingly people the child already knows and trusts, completely dismantling the outdated 'stranger danger' myth. Listeners will gain vital insights into how abusers manipulate power dynamics and learn actionable ways to use body safety education as a powerful shield. Join us for an empowering conversation designed to help you recognize red flags and proactively protect the children in your life.

If you want to learn more about how to proactively teach your child about body safety and consent to reduce their risk of abuse, check out these other episodes:

How Can I Protect My Kids From Sexual Abuse?

How To Teach Kids About Body Safety and Consent: Tricky People, Secrets, and Safety Plans

Get 10% OFF parenting courses and kids' printable activities at Nurtured First using the code ROBOTUNICORN.

We’d love to hear from you! Have questions you want us to answer on Robot Unicorn? Send us an email: podcast@robotunicorn.net.

Credits:

Editing by The Pod Cabin

Artwork by Wallflower Studio

Production by Nurtured First

Head to nurturedfirst.com/bodysafety to learn more about our Body Safety & Consent course!

In this insightful episode of Robot Unicorn, Jess sits down with clinical psychologist Dr. Rachel Goldman, author of 'When Life Happens.' They explore the empowering concept of body neutrality and discuss why the cultural pressure of toxic body positivity might actually be holding us back. Dr. Rachel unpacks the complexities surrounding GLP-1 medications, the rising impact of social media on orthorexia, and practical CBT tools for reframing our most anxious thoughts. Listeners will walk away with actionable strategies for embracing their bodies' functions, challenging negative self-talk, and modelling a healthy body image for their children. Tune in to discover why it is perfectly okay not to love your body every single day!

Want to hear more from Dr. Rachel?

Connect on Instagram

https://www.drrachelnyc.com/

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Credits:

Editing by The Pod Cabin

Artwork by Wallflower Studio

Production by Nurtured First

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