Growing Up Faster: The New Reality of Ages 6–12 | Dr. Sheryl Ziegler (EP388)

Growing Up Faster: The New Reality of Ages 6–12 | Dr. Sheryl Ziegler (EP388)

Childhood isn’t what it used to be. Puberty is arriving earlier—sometimes as young as eight. Bullying now follows kids home through texts and DMs. And rates of anxiety, depression, and emotional distress are climbing fast. For many parents, the challenges feel overwhelming, especially while juggling their own stress and uncertainty about how to help.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Sheryl Ziegler—clinical psychologist, play therapist, TEDx speaker, podcast host, award-winning author of The Crucial Years, and mom of three. Together, we explore what’s really going on with kids today, why middle childhood (ages 6–12) is more critical than ever, and how parents can offer meaningful support. Dr. Ziegler shares research-based guidance and actionable tools to help you raise resilient, emotionally healthy kids in a rapidly changing world.

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About Sheryl|

Dr. Sheryl Gonzalez Ziegler, Psy.D. is a leading expert in children’s mental health, specializing in today’s tweens, teens, and families. A first-generation Latina of Puerto Rican and Cuban descent, she began her career treating high-acuity youth after doctoral training at The Astor Home for Children, supported by the Gates Foundation. In 2006, she founded The Child & Family Therapy Center at Lowry in Denver, CO.

Dr. Ziegler is a regular mental health contributor on Denver’s 9News and has appeared on national outlets like The Today Show, CNN, and The Doctors. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Washington Post, Time, Harvard Business Review, and more. Named a Luminary in Psychotherapy in 2022, she spoke at the Milton Erikson Foundation conference.

She authored Mommy Burnout (2018), awarded Best Parenting Book by the International Latino Book Awards. Dr. Ziegler sits on the board of Detach, a nonprofit for digital wellness, and consults for major corporations on youth mental health. She is also a mother of three.


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EP46: Mom Style, Simplified

EP46: Mom Style, Simplified

Today we talk about Megan's favorite minimalist topic: Capsule wardrobes! We interview Jennifer Mackey-Mary of appleandpearwardrobe.com. Jennifer has been a wardrobe stylist for 17 years and focuses on helping moms simplify their style while still keeping it fun and functional. Jennifer will share her expert tips on how to create a fun and stylish capsule wardrobe that still suits our momma season of life. Get all the links and resources mentioned in this show:  Show Notes for EP46: Mom Style, Simplified Or, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

27 Mars 201842min

EP45: Enough Is Enough

EP45: Enough Is Enough

The Minimalist Mantra of the Week is a quick, 5-minute episode with a phrase you can think on throughout the week.   This week's mantra is: Enough Is Enough   Get all the links and resources mentioned in this show:  Show Notes for EP45: Enough Is Enough Or, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

20 Mars 20185min

EP44: Minimalist Beauty with Lindsey Moeller

EP44: Minimalist Beauty with Lindsey Moeller

Let's talk about natural and minimalist beauty routines! Listen in as we interview Lindsey Moeller of Balm Skincare. As founder of the natural beauty line, Lindsey will share with us what prompted her to create this line that prioritizes natural ingredients and how you can take steps to reduce the beauty products in your home. We also talk about our beauty routines. While we haven’t disposed of all of the “carcinogenic” products, we still believe in making small steps in the right direction. Progress over perfection, friends. Get all the links and resources mentioned in this show:  Show Notes for EP44: Minimalist Beauty with Lindsey Moeller Or, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram!   Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

13 Mars 201846min

EP43: Keep It Simple

EP43: Keep It Simple

The Minimalist Mantra of the Week is a quick, 5-minute episode with a phrase you can think on throughout the week. This week’s mantra is: Keep It Simple Read a full transcript of this show on the Minimalist Moms website. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! And, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

6 Mars 20184min

EP42: Shopping Bans with Cait Flanders

EP42: Shopping Bans with Cait Flanders

Today we’ll be talking with Cait Flanders who is the author of the new book, The Year of Less. Cait took on a year-long shopping ban and discovered life is worth more than anything you can buy in a store. Get all the links and resources mentioned in this show:  Show Notes for EP42: Shopping Bans with Cait Flanders   Or, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week.   Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

27 Feb 201842min

EP41: People Over Things

EP41: People Over Things

The Minimalist Mantra of the Week is a quick, 5-minute episode with a phrase you can think on throughout the week. This week’s mantra is: People Over Things Read a full transcript of this show on the Minimalist Moms website. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! And, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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EP40: Stuck on Sentiment

EP40: Stuck on Sentiment

Sentimental items are one of the toughest things to minimize. This week, we discuss those items that are saturated in memories: the coffee cup from college, the cabbage patch doll from our childhood, your wedding dress, your grandmother’s costume jewelry, your daughter’s artwork from preschool, or a clipping from your son’s first haircut. Do we purge them? Do we store them? What do we do with them? We hope this conversation will inspire you to look at what you’re holding tight to and what you may (may) be able to part with. Get all the links and resources mentioned in this show:  Show Notes for EP40: Stuck on Sentiment Or, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

13 Feb 201842min

EP35: Know Yourself

EP35: Know Yourself

The Minimalist Mantra of the Week is a quick, 5-minute episode with a phrase you can think on throughout the week. This week’s mantra is: Know Yourself Read a full transcript of this show on the Minimalist Moms website. Let’s keep the conversation going on our Facebook page or Instagram! And, click here to get the show notes emailed to your inbox each week. Our Sponsors: * Check out Acorns Early: https://acornsearly.com/MINIMALISTMOMS * Check out Bioma Health and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://gobioma.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/MINIMALIST * Check out PharmaNutra and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: https://pharmanutra-us.com * Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/minimalist Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast-simple-living-for-overwhelmed-moms/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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