76: How and When Do I Tell My Kids Their Grandma is Dying?

76: How and When Do I Tell My Kids Their Grandma is Dying?

How do you deal with grief and explain death to your kids? Knowing that you are losing a parent is difficult but how do you also help your kids process what will be coming? Dr. Lisa explains what kids need at different ages when processing grief and answers a parent’s question on how often kids should visit dying grandparents. Reena asks where parents are most likely to miss the mark when dealing with grief. Dr. Lisa explains why honesty is hugely important, and talks with Reena about how to prepare kids for funerals. Dr. Lisa’s Books Recommendations on Grief Fall of Freddy the Leaf, By Leo Buscaglia, PhD The Tenth Good Thing About Barney, By Judith Viorst What’s Heaven?, By Maria Shriver Grief Day By Day,By Jan Warner The AfterGrief: Finding Your Way Along the Long Arc of Loss, By Hope Edelman Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn @AskLisaPodcast, @LDamour, @ReenaNinan Checkout Dr. Lisa’s website for more resources: https://www.drlisadamour.com/ Ask Lisa is produced by: Www.GoodTroubleProductions.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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228: Encore: What Should I Do When Other Parents Host Wild Parties?

228: Encore: What Should I Do When Other Parents Host Wild Parties?

Your teen wants to go to a party—but you’re worried about underage drinking, peer pressure, and safety. In this can’t-miss encore, Dr. Lisa & Reena outline how to talk with your teen about parties, ri...

15 Jul 202528min

227: Encore: The Power of Belonging with Special Guest Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble

227: Encore: The Power of Belonging with Special Guest Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble

Social isolation, loneliness, and friendship struggles are all too common in middle and high school. Celebrated psychologist & author Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble joins Dr. Lisa and Reena to talk about ho...

8 Jul 202535min

226: Encore: What Should I Do With Dicey Information About Other People’s Kids?

226: Encore: What Should I Do With Dicey Information About Other People’s Kids?

Your teen just shared something concerning about a friend. Now what? Dr. Lisa & Reena offer a thoughtful roadmap for what to do when your teen is a “safe person” for their peers—but you’re left holdin...

1 Jul 202527min

225: Encore: Should I Let My Son Spend All His Free Time Playing Video Games?

225: Encore: Should I Let My Son Spend All His Free Time Playing Video Games?

Your teen's gaming habit might not be all bad. Video games can feel like a battleground for parents—but are they always a negative? In this episode, Dr. Lisa & Reena explore how gaming can help teens ...

24 Jun 202529min

224: Encore: Lessons from Netflix's "Adolescence"

224: Encore: Lessons from Netflix's "Adolescence"

Raising a teen boy? Dr. Lisa & Reena use the Netflix series Adolescence as a springboard to explore masculinity, emotional vulnerability, and how boys handle pressure in today’s world. Together they e...

17 Jun 202531min

223: Practical Optimism with Dr. Sue Varma

223: Practical Optimism with Dr. Sue Varma

How do we help our tweens and teens thrive—even in tough times? Dr. Sue Varma joins Dr.  Lisa & Reena to break down the science of optimism and the four key pillars of mental well-being. You’ll learn ...

10 Jun 202537min

222: The Summer of Building Independence

222: The Summer of Building Independence

Are you tired of doing EVERYTHING for your kids? Use summer as Independence Bootcamp! Dr. Lisa & Reena explore game-changing strategies to empower kids with life skills, from doing laundry to riding p...

3 Jun 202529min

221: Encore: What’s the Best Way for My Teen to Handle a Mean “Friend”?

221: Encore: What’s the Best Way for My Teen to Handle a Mean “Friend”?

Is your middle schooler or high schooler dealing with a so-called “friend” who’s just… mean? You’re not alone. Tweens and teens often struggle with toxic friendships, and it’s tough for parents to kno...

27 Mai 202529min

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