Episode 117 is all about us parents. How we come to conflict. With fear or with love. With regulation or with disregulation. It really makes a difference in the way conflict unfolds. See what Laura Ollinger and Stacey Greer get into on episode 117 out now.

If you are tired of medication side effects for your teen's ADHD, depression, or autism, safe alternatives exist. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and MeRT offer drug-free, non-invasive brain stimulation to regulate mood, sleep, and nervous system health. Learn how guest Kelley Jensen breaks down these innovative therapies on The Positively Healthy Mom podcast.

Struggling to navigate diet culture and picky eating with your teen? Discover how "nutrition by addition" can protect their body image, heal sugar cravings, and build resilient habits before they head off to college.

Are you a busy mom in your late 40s or 50s running on empty, relying on extra caffeine, and constantly worrying about your teenager's lack of focus? It is easy to assume chronic exhaustion is just a normal part of aging. However, the root cause of your crashing energy and your teen’s behavior might be hiding right in your kitchen pantry. From hidden molds in everyday coffee to processed seed oils fraying your teen’s nervous system, minor dietary triggers are throwing your entire family out of balance. In this episode, holistic health expert ZuZu Armes reveals how to naturally balance midlife hormones, fix thyroid fatigue, and restore your teenager's focus by shifting to a foundational primary care routine at home.

Struggling with parent burnout or teen anxiety? Discover how to raise resilient teens and break the cycle of overthinking with expert advice from adolescent psychologist Dr. Jerry Weichman on The Positively Healthy Mom podcast with Laura Ollinger. Learn practical mental health tools to restore family balance today.

Is your teenager struggling with intense emotions or high-risk behaviors? Discover how Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) can help you move from crisis mode to deep connection in this conversation with therapist Katie May on Episode 111 of The Positively Healthy Mom podcast.

Skip the stressful TikTok trends! Get practical college prep advice, smart dorm packing list tips, and support for parenting teens during the summer after their senior year.

Discover how mirror neurons and nervous system regulation can help you de-escalate teen tantrums. Practical mindful tools for moms of teens. This blog gives you a better understanding of what Lisa Danahy of Create Calm and Laura Ollinger of Positively Healthy Coaching discuss on episode 109 of The Positively Healthy Mom podcast.

Does it feel like your heart is outside your body every time your daughter comes home in tears over a "mean girl" comment or a sudden shift in her friend group? As moms, our first instinct is to suit up as the "White Knight"—to rush in and solve the conflict for her. In episode 108 of The Positively Healthy Mom podcast, global friendship expert Sheri Gazitt explains why teen social conflict is actually a vital training ground for independence, and Laura explains how you can "scaffold" your daughter's resilience without taking the wheel.

Are you worried your teen isn’t ready for the "hidden curriculum" of college? In this episode, executive function coach Shannon Weisblatt explains how to transition from your teen’s manager to their consultant. Learn practical strategies to help your high schooler or college student build the independence, time management, and self-advocacy skills they need to thrive on campus and beyond.

Many parents of high-achieving teens find themselves in a cycle where the teenager has begun "ruling the roost" due to emotional outbursts or a need for safety through control. This often leads to a household dynamic where everyone is "tiptoeing" around the teen to avoid triggering a shutdown or a conflict, causing the parent to lose their sense of leadership and connection.

This episode addresses how to "right the ship" by shifting from a directive, demand-heavy communication style to one based on collaboration and guided participation. By understanding that behaviors are often a symptom of high uncertainty, parents can learn to provide the right level of challenge that allows their teen to feel competent and safe.

[Listen to Episode 106 of The Positively Healthy Mom podcast out now]

Do you have the courage to ask your teenager this one question? We want our teen to succeed, yet we inadvertently pass down subconscious scripts that lead to unintentional beliefs. In Episode 105 of The Positively Healthy Mom, guest expert and burnout coach Jess Turner reveals why the most courageous thing you can do for your relationship isn't giving more advice—it’s conducting a "Subconscious Parenting Audit."

By asking your teen, "How would you describe my beliefs?" you unlock a powerful window into the hidden stories driving their stress. This shift from "Tugboat Parenting" (pushing them toward success) to "Lighthouse Parenting" (being a stable, regulated presence) is the key to reclaiming a deep, vulnerable connection. If you are ready to break the cycle of time-scarcity and over-functioning, discover how this one courageous question can transform your household from a place of pressure to a haven of sustainable joy.

 Tired of the overwhelm and constant over-functioning? Episode 104 features Michelle Gauthier. It’s all about how to stop "doing more" and start living intentionally. Learn the "Love and Fit" test to reclaim your time and calm today.

Is your teen’s relationship with food becoming a "slippery slope"? On the episode 103 of The Positively Healthy Mom, health and nutrition coach Leslie Rose-Dethloff joins me to discuss how to spot the red flags of disordered eating and how to move from being your child's "manager" to their "mentor." We cover everything from social media pressure to the "Freshman Formula" for college success. Read more about it or take a listen!

In episode #102 of The Positively Healthy Mom podcast, we explore the vital role of teen mental health literacy in navigating the complexities of modern adolescence. This episode provides a roadmap for parents to move beyond "lawnmower parenting" and instead focus on building teen resilience and learning when professional help is needed.

Listeners will learn how to identify high-achieving student mental health triggers—such as a sudden injury or a drop in grades—that often go unnoticed in busy households. The conversation also highlights youth suicide prevention strategies, emphasizing that open dialogue and active listening for parents of teens is the most effective way to remove stigma and encourage struggling youth to seek help.

Additionally, we introduce the MindMap app mental health resources, an evidence-based tool designed to provide families with immediate support and self-discovery modules.

Is your high-conflict divorce taking a toll on your relationship with your child? It is heartbreaking for any parent of a teen to feel pushed out of their child's life, especially when it feels like a "loyalty bind" is being created. In this episode, host Laura Ollinger sits down with expert Ginger Gentile to uncover why teenagers are uniquely vulnerable to taking sides and how you can use the "Unbothered" strategy to protect your bond. From identifying subtle "micro-actions" of alienation to breaking generational cycles of family conflict, this conversation provides the toolkit you need to move from the "victim trap" toward a partnership of healing and reconnection.

In episode 100 of The Positively Healthy Mom podcast, Laura Ollinger is joined by TEDx speaker and Cloud 9 founder Sonia Suthar to dive into the art of teen communication. Learn why your well-intended advice might be causing your teen to pull away and how to use the "Three H’s" framework and the "60/30/10" rule to foster autonomy, social confidence, and mutual respect. If you have a growth mindset to improve connection and communication with your teen, this episode is for you.