In this powerful and practical deep dive, Dr. Sterling welcomes back clinical psychologist and mom of two, Dr. Sarah Bren, to explore real-world parenting scenarios and how to navigate them with less reactivity and more confidence. If you’re parenting a toddler, this conversation is full of gold.
Together, they walk through scenarios submitted by Sterling Parents members and offer grounded, attachment-informed strategies for:
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Toddler transitions (like bedtime and school drop-offs)
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Navigating parenting differences with your partner
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Handling meltdowns around choices and autonomy
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Rethinking what it really means to give toddlers choice
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Sleep struggles and changing routines
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Mealtime battles and fostering healthy food relationships
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Sharing between siblings and friends—and what your role really is as the parent
You’ll also hear tips for making changes to toddler routines, why regulating your own urgency can shift the entire dynamic, and how to gently guide behavior without power struggles.