Parents of the Year
We were never given a manual on how to parent. It is easy to get overwhelmed to know the right thing to do. There is so much contradictory information out there and everyone has their own advice. Parenting is a rewarding but messy, confusing, infuriating, guilt-inducing, and overwhelming journey. While it's easy to get lost, Andrew Stewart, a real dad, and Dr. Caroline Buzanko, a real mom, child psychologist, and parenting expert (who also happens to be married to Andrew) will help you get back on track. In each episode, Andrew and Caroline have open and honest chats about everything parenting. Join them in honesty, laughter, and tears (Caroline is a bit of a cry baby) as they help you navigate this journey of parenting. And, every so often, you may get some gems of expert advice. Our goal is to make your parenting journey less stressful, more forgiving, and more awesome. Please join us every Wednesday for new episodes of Parenting of the Year.
Episodes
132 episodes since 2022
132. Is focusing on kids' feelings making things worse? Part 2
Today on Parents of the Year, Andrea and Caroline jump into Part 2 of why over-focusing on children’s emotions might do more harm than good. From encouraging resilience through a coach-like approach to sharing personal stories of parenting chal...
September 18, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 132
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22:38
131. Is focusing on kids' feelings making things worse? Part 1
Today on Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline explore how an overemphasis on children’s feelings might be doing more harm than good. While it’s crucial to acknowledge and respect our kids' feelings, constantly focusing on their...
September 11, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 131
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26:21
130. Is parenting bad for your health?
Is Parenting Bad for Your Health? The Surgeon General Thinks So—Do You?Parenting isn’t just tough—it’s exhausting, and the Surgeon General’s latest report confirms it’s taking a serious toll on our health. In this episode, ...
September 04, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 130
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31:02
129. How do we help kids manage back-to-school worries?
This week on Parents on the Year, we recast another of Carline’s important Overpowering Emotions episodes focusing on managing b...
August 21, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 129
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29:54
128. How can parents build resilience in themselves and their children?
Today on Parents of the Yea, Andrew and Caroline welcome special guest Stephanie Elliston to share her expertise on developing resilience, a crucial skill for both parents and children in today's ever-changing world.Discover practical st...
August 14, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 128
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35:07
127. How do you prepare your child for a confident school start?
Get ready to kickstart the new school year with ease and confidence, parents! 📚✨ We’re bringing back one of our most popular episodes from Caroline’s
August 07, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 127
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25:04
126. How can compassion transform your parenting journey?
In this engaging episode of the Parents of the Year podcast, join Andrew and Caroline with special guest Angela Smith as they explore how compassion, connection, and self-love can transform your journey as a parent. Discover pract...
July 31, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 126
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28:42
125. How can parents turn boredom into a growth opportunity?
Boredom-busting is back on the agenda, parents! 🥳 This week on Parents of the Year, we're replaying an episode that's just as relevant this summer. Ever heard your kids whine, "I'm bored!"? Well, we've got the perfect remedy for th...
July 24, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 125
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27:52
124. How can you turn summer break into a resilience and growth journey for kids?
Get ready to conquer those summer fears and dive into new adventures with your kids with this summer replay! 🌞💪 This week on Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline are back with an episode that's just as relevant this summer as e...
July 17, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 124
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24:22
123. Why should parents rethink constant summer activities?
Summer’s back, and so is the pressure to keep our kids busy, busy, busy! 🏃♂️🏃♀️ Join Andrew and Caroline in this eye-opening episode of Parents of the Year, where we kick off our summer success series by tackling the age-old myth...
July 10, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 123
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38:24
122. How do we balance structure and freedom during summer?
The sun is shining, temperatures are rising, and parents everywhere are wondering how to keep their sanity intact. Today on Parents of the Year, we re-address the ultimate summertime challenge: balancing structure and freedom! Join ...
July 03, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 122
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27:36
121. How can you make the most of summer break as kids get older?
Summer's here again, and we decided to replay our Summer Series to help you make the most of summer. Today, we have the perfect episode for you! When the kiddos were little, they were practically glued to our sides during those long...
June 26, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 121
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26:37
120. How does walking the middle path make you a better parent?
Today on Parents of the Year, as she does, Caroline has trouble staying on topic talking about Madonna, F1, a room painted in pooh, and losing her children. She and Andrew eventually discuss Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and it's impact in...
June 12, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 120
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42:26
119. What are 55 things you should (not?) say to your kids?
In this week's episode we evaluate a list of 55 Positive Things to Say to your Child to see which ones hit the mark and which ones are just hollow words. With all the content out there that tells everyone how they should act, and w...
June 05, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 119
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35:18
118. Where do accountability and compassion meet in parenting a child with addictions?
Ready for a rollercoaster of emotions and a hefty dose of inspiration? Tune in to our latest episode of Parents of the Year with the ever-engaging Kevin Petersen, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a story you won't want to miss. Kev...
May 29, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 118
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59:50
117. Should we force kids to apologize?
Today's episode focuses on the topic of getting kids to apologize. Long thought of as a typical expectation for kids, an article Andrew read prompted the question about whether we should force kids or not. There's pros and cons to both ...
May 22, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 117
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22:18
116. Is it okay to use screens as a reward?
Ever wonder about using screens as a reward for your kids? This week, Caroline poses this hot topic.We've chatted before about screens in general, but this time, we're focusing on the reward aspect. With so many kids willing to do anyth...
May 15, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 116
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18:26
115. What makes kids "bad?"
Today Parents of the Year, Caroline and Andrew take a detour with Formula 1 racing before pivoting to childhood behaviour. They explore the controversial topic of "bad kids" and challenge the concept altogether. Discussing trauma, societal norm...
May 08, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 115
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32:03
114. How can parents help their kids manage eczema?
Join Dr. Caroline Buzanko in an enlightening conversation with Andra McHugh, founder of the Eczema Kids brand and host of the Eczema Kids podcast. In this episode, Andra shares her personal journey navigating her children’s severe eczema and ho...
May 01, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 114
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34:12
113. Is modern parenting disconnecting our kids from joy and appreciation?
Join Andrew and Caroline as they share their recent whirlwind family trip to New Zealand. Ever try navigating a vacation with jet-lagged kids while reflecting on the deeper meanings of life? It's like trying to solve a Rubik’s Cube...
April 24, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 113
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26:31
112. Is your quest for perfect parenting actually holding you back?
Today on Parents of the Year special guest Cadence Robertson chats about overthinking and perfectionism in parenting. From hilarious family anecdotes to the deep psychological underpinnings of overthinking and the pursuit of perfection, this ep...
April 17, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 112
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35:49
111. How come younger generations aren’t prepared for adulting? (And what we can do about it!)
Today on Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline discuss the complex world of generational differences, responsibility, and the challenges of adulting. They take a candid look at the expectations and realities of growing up in different ...
April 10, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 111
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31:49
110. What are the strengths of neurodivergent parenting in a neuromajority world?
In this incredible episode of Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline have a wonderful opportunity to chat with Wendela Marsh who sheds light on the unique experiences of autistic parents. They discuss the world of neurodivergence in parenting...
April 03, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 110
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33:45
109. How can parents foster true confidence in their children without arrogance?
Today on Parents of the Year, Andrew and Caroline discuss the intricate balance between fostering confidence and avoiding overconfidence in children. After a recent event that left them wondering if they raised overly confident girls, they disc...
March 27, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 109
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38:16
108. How do early life experiences influence our children’s emotional well-being? (And teen brain development)
Today on Parents of the Year, we jump into a profound exploration of how the earliest connections between a mother and her child shape the essence of our being (and teenage brain development!. This is an interesting episode in which we discuss ...
March 20, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 108
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49:55