The Positively Healthy Mom

Mastering Parenting Teenagers with Confidence & ConnectionStop nagging and start connecting. The Positively Healthy Mom is the essential resource for moms of teens and preteens who want to navigate the "messy middle" of adolescence without losing themselves. Hosted by Teen & Young Adult Well-Being Coach Laura Ollinger, this podcast is built on a singular truth: a healthy, regulated mother is the secret to a thriving home.Do you find yourself asking: * How do I connect with my teen without them shutting down or exploding? * How do I support my teen’s mental health and anxiety without making it worse? * What do I need to know about the teen brain to communicate better?Every Wednesday, Laura brings you deep-dive conversations with neuroscientists, child therapists, coaches and academic strategists to provide real-time answers to the complex issues families face today.What We Solve Together: * Teen Mental Health & Resilience: Research-backed strategies for raising resilient teenage

The Positively Healthy Mom is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 117 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #120

  Will Your Teen Quit When College Gets Hard? How to Build Academic Resilience Before They Leave with Jewellyn Forrest

  Aug 19, 202630 min

  How can parents build academic resilience in teens so they don't quit when college gets hard? In this episode of The Positively Healthy Mom, I sit down with Jewellyn Forrest , an educational consultant and academic strategist who helps students master learning habits, emotional regulation, and self-coaching skills. If you are a mother of a middle schooler, high schooler, or young adult who wants to help your student transition from relying on parental micromanagement to developing independent learning confidence, this episode is for you. Key Conversations in This Episode Why traditional K–12 study habits collapse under college-level academic pressure Navigating the “Learning Mountain” to overcome feelings of failure and frustration Simple self-coaching techniques teens can use when facing difficult course material Moving parents from homework enforcers to supportive life coaches Questions & Answers For Moms of Teens & Young Adults Why do good high school students often freeze or want to quit when they get to college? Most high school environments teach kids what to learn rather than how to learn. When bright students reach college and encounter complex material that requires real struggle, they mistake normal academic friction for personal failure. Without built-in emotional regulation and active study strategies, they feel overwhelmed, freeze, and want to quit instead of working through the challenge. Meet Our Expert Jewellyn Forrest is an educational consultant, academic strategist, and creator of The Learning Mountain . With over 30 years of classroom experience teaching students from pre-K to college (currently teaching at UT Austin) , Jewellyn specializes in helping students understand how they learn. She makes the learning process visible so academic challenges become a pathway to growth and self-efficacy rather than a signal to give up. Guest Links Website: autonomylearning.com Instagram: @autonomylearning LinkedIn: Jewellyn Forrest Connect With Your Host, Laura Ollinger Instagram: @positivelyhealthycoaching Rate this podcast! If this episode gave you a glimmer of hope or a new path forward for your family, please take 60 seconds to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your review helps other tired, searching moms find our community! Work with me! 

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  Episode #119

  Why Everyone Is Talking About Dysregulation: Real Talk on Teen Stress and Device Usage

  Aug 12, 202630 min

  What is nervous system dysregulation in teens, and how does screen time affect teen stress? In this episode of The Positively Healthy Mom , we sit down with Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge , a therapist, school psychologist, leading expert in emotional regulation, and founder of Regulation First Parenting®. This episode explores how nervous system health directly impacts teen behavior, stress levels, and device habits, providing essential guidance for parents navigating emotional overload in adolescents and young adults. Key Conversations in This Episode: Understanding the root cause of nervous system dysregulation in adolescents How screen time and device overuse overstimulate the brain Why traditional coping strategies fail when a teen's nervous system is dysregulated The vital role of parent co-regulation and micro-moments in restoring household calm Questions & Answers For Moms of Teens & Young Adults What does nervous system dysregulation actually look like in teens, and why do normal coping strategies stop working when they're stressed? When a teen’s stress cup overflows, dysregulation shows up in very real ways—like being unusually crabby, shutting down, having big emotional meltdowns, or turning to constant screen scrolling to cope. It can even show up physically through sleep issues, gut problems, or skin flare-ups. When their system is overloaded, the frontal lobe—the part of the brain responsible for logic, self-control, and decision-making—literally goes offline. That’s why traditional discipline or relying on standard coping tools fails in the moment. It’s not that your teen doesn't want to calm down; their brain literally can't process or access those strategies until their nervous system feels safe and regulated. Meet Our Expert: Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge is a trusted expert in emotional and behavioral dysregulation, known for helping families calm the brain and create lasting change. She’s the creator of Regulation First Parenting® and the CALMS Dysregulation Protocol®, author of the upcoming book The Dysregulated Kid , and host of a top 1% podcast, Dysregulated Kids , with her work featured in The New York Times , Forbes , and Parents Magazine . Guest Links Website: drroseann.com Book: The Dysregulated Kid Podcast: Dysregulated Kids Podcast Instagram: @drroseann CALM PEMF the FDA Approved mobile port: Calming Device Connect With Your Host, Laura Ollinger Instagram: @positivelyhealthycoaching Rate this podcast! If this episode gave you a glimmer of hope or a new path forward for your family, please take 60 seconds to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your review helps other tired, searching moms find our community!

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  Episode #118

  Building an Emotionally Safe Home for Your Teen: Breaking Generational Cycles

  Aug 5, 202630 min

  How can parents build self-awareness and break generational patterns to create an emotionally safe home for their teenagers? In this episode of The Positively Healthy Mom , Laura Ollinger continues the conversation with Stacey Greer , an ICF Professional Certified Coach, Master NLP Practitioner, relationship repair coach, and founder of The Upstream Method and the Family Peace Project . This episode dives into how parents can cultivate real-time self-awareness, reframe childhood memories, and extend self-compassion as they navigate the unpredictable choices of their teenagers. Moms of teens and young adults who want to stop passing on past generational wounds, handle teen decisions without judgment or panic, and create a calm, emotionally safe household will benefit greatly from this episode. Key Conversations in This Episode: How to respond with curiosity and support rather than panic or judgment when teens make unusual life or career announcements. Recognizing how our own unhealed childhood experiences affect our parenting and learning how to avoid passing old patterns down to our children. Using self-awareness and grace to recognize that as we evolve, our capacity and truth as parents continue to deepen. Understanding our own parents' limitations so we can let go of old resentment and show up with more grace for ourselves and our teens. Meet Our Expert: Stacey Greer is a relationship repair coach, speaker, bestselling author, ICF Professional Certified Coach, Master NLP Practitioner, and founder of The Upstream Method and the Family Peace Project . For over 15 years, she has guided parents and families through conflict, communication struggles, and emotional reactivity. Her mission is to help parents understand their inner process so they can create emotionally safe homes where love is stronger than fear, with a goal of impacting one million families through the Family Peace Project. Guest Links: Website: Stacey Greer Coaching (go visit the Family Peace Project tab on her site) Instagram: @staceynicolegreer   LinkedIn: Stacey N. Greer Connect With Your Host, Laura Ollinger Join The upcoming FREE Webinar: How To Go Back To School Without Freaking Out (for Teens) Instagram: @positivelyhealthycoaching Rate this podcast! If this episode gave you a glimmer of hope or a new path forward for your family, please take 60 seconds to leave Laura a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your review helps other tired, searching moms find our community!

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  Episode #117

  Fear vs. Love in Parenting: How to Regulate Your Emotions During Family Conflict

  Jul 29, 202629 min

  How can parents stay calm and regulate their emotions when reacting to teen conflict? In this episode of The Positively Healthy Mom , we sit down with Stacey Greer , an ICF Professional Certified Coach, Master NLP Practitioner, relationship repair expert, and founder of The Upstream Method and the Family Peace Project . This episode explores how parents can understand their own emotional triggers and nervous system baselines so they can move away from fear-based reactions and respond with love during teenage conflict. Moms of teens and young adults who want to de-escalate household arguments and build safer, more trusting relationships with their kids will benefit greatly from this conversation. Key Conversations in This Episode: How unhealed childhood wounds and past experiences cause parents to overreact to teen behaviors like eye-rolling and door slamming. Identifying whether your reaction comes from a need to regain control out of fear or a desire to offer guidance out of love. Understanding the internal process that happens—from emotional triggers to nervous system reactions—before shouting or conflict escalates. Stacey introduces her mission to create safer, more compassionate homes and empower parents to become "peace builders". Question Moms Of Teens Are Asking: How can I create an environment where my teenager feels comfortable telling me the truth? Answer Discussed In This Episode: Teenagers feel safe being honest when parents regulate their own emotional reactions and refrain from withdrawing love or reacting with intense judgment when mistakes happen. By staying grounded in your nervous system baseline, you show your teen that love and connection are not at risk during tough conversations. Meet Our Expert: Stacey Greer is a relationship repair coach, speaker, bestselling author, ICF Professional Certified Coach, Master NLP Practitioner, and founder of The Upstream Method and the Family Peace Project . For over 15 years, she has guided parents and families through conflict, communication struggles, and emotional reactivity. Her mission is to help parents understand their inner process so they can create emotionally safe homes where love is stronger than fear, with a goal of impacting one million families through the Family Peace Project. Guest Links: Website: Stacey Greer Coaching (go visit the Family Peace Project tab on her site) Instagram: @staceynicolegreer LinkedIn: Stacey N. Greer Connect With Your Host, Laura Ollinger Join my FREE Webinar: How To Go Back To School Without Freaking Out (for Teens) Instagram: @positivelyhealthycoaching Rate this podcast!

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  Episode #116

  Tired of Medication Side Effects? Discover TMS: A Drug-Free Option for Teen Depression, OCD, & Autism

  Jul 22, 202629 min

  Is there a drug-free alternative to ADHD, depression, and OCD medication for my teenager? In this episode of The Positively Healthy Mom , we sit down with Kelley Jensen , a dedicated brain health advocate, co-host of the Refrigerator Moms podcast, and representative of Brain Performance Technologies . This episode delves into the cutting-edge worlds of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Magnetic e-Resonance Therapy (MeRT)—offering a literal lifeline to moms of neurodivergent teens and young adults who are tired of managing severe medication side effects or dealing with treatment-resistant conditions. Key Conversations in This Episode: Why so many neurodivergent youth experience severe side effects or zero progress from traditional antidepressants and stimulants, and how neuro-modulation offers a non-invasive reset. Real-world insights into how targeting specific brain regions can dramatically improve sleep, regulate circadian rhythms, reduce intrusive thoughts, and unlock "autistic joy." Demystifying the in-office experience for highly sensitive or anxious teenagers and children so parents can feel confident exploring this safe, drug-free therapy. The core differences between TMS and MeRT Questions Moms Of Teens Are Asking And This Episode is Answering: Question: My teen has tried multiple medications for depression and OCD, but nothing is working. Is it safe to try something like brain stimulation? Answer: Yes. Standard TMS is fully FDA-cleared for Major Depressive Disorder and OCD. Because it is completely non-invasive and requires no anesthesia or sedation, it avoids the systemic, exhausting side effects (like emotional blunting, weight changes, or sleep disruptions) common with heavy psychiatric "medication cocktails." Question: How can MeRT therapy specifically help an autistic teenager who struggles with anxiety and poor sleep? Answer: MeRT doesn't try to "cure" autism; instead, it uses a personalized brain map to locate areas of neurological dysregulation. By delivering targeted magnetic pulses to optimize alpha waves, it helps smooth out the nervous system, which naturally improves sleep quality, balances circadian rhythms, and makes daily anxiety much more manageable. Meet Our Expert: Kelley Jensen is an expert in interventional psychiatry solutions and a prominent voice at Brain Performance Technologies . As a co-host of the popular Refrigerator Moms podcast, she dedicates her time to helping families navigate neurodiversity, shedding light on evidence-based, drug-free alternatives that significantly improve quality of life for autistic and neurodivergent individuals. Connect With Your Host, Laura Ollinger Join The upcoming FREE Webinar: How To Go Back To School Without Freaking Out (for Teens) Instagram: @positivelyhealthycoaching Rate this podcast! If this episode gave you a glimmer of hope or a new path forward for your family, please take 60 seconds to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your review helps other tired, searching moms find our community!

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