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Ep 45: Become the Parent You Want to Be with Dr. Becky Kennedy

Season 3, Ep. 45

Dr. Becky Kennedy is a clinical psychologist, mother of three, and the founder of Good Inside – a community-based platform where parents can get expert advice and support for tackling everyday challenges. Whether you’re a parent or not, Dr. Becky’s invaluable advice can be applied to every type of relationship to help you better understand others and yourself to support creating closer bonds. Melissa and Dr. Becky discuss some of the toughest aspects of parenting, from managing tantrums and boosting confidence, to dealing with anxiety. Dr. Becky breaks down her advice into practical steps you can use at home and shares tips on how to be a strong parent, even when you're not sure what to do. Have a pen and paper handy because this episode is so good that you’re going to want to take notes!


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Melissa Wood-Tepperberg, founder of MWH and host of the Move With Heart Podcast, is a meditation teacher, certified yoga and pilates instructor, certified health coach, and beloved by the diverse community she’s cultivated through her unique approach to fitness and mindfulness over the years. MWH is a health, wellness & lifestyle platform on a mission to create a more mindful way of life, accessible and attainable for all. Melissa and MWH have been featured on LIVE with Kelly and Ryan, GMA, The Today Show, Forbes, Fortune and more. MWH was also the subject of a 2021 Harvard Business School case study. The most important part of this practice is that it’s not just about building the body you desire, it’s about building a better, stronger relationship with yourself. The foundation of this practice has always been about using what you have available to you, whenever, wherever you are. So, wherever you are on your journey, we have something for everybody. The MWH platform has a growing library of 500+ workouts in a variety of styles (pilates, yoga, meditation, pre & postnatal, and more!). Plus, with unlimited access to recipes & video tutorials, plus coveted lifestyle & nutrition tips, this is the destination to better every single aspect of your life.


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