Mindful Motherhood

In the season 2 finale of the Mindful Motherhood Podcast, Dr. Katie discusses the intricacies of parenting highly sensitive children. She explores how anxiety hides beneath the behaviors of highly sensitive children — shutdowns, rigidity, “I don’t care" attitudes, quitting, and perfectionism — and what’s actually happening inside their nervous system.
You’ll learn:
how highly sensitive kids process the world differently
why frustration, quitting, and “I don’t care” responses are often rooted in anxiety and a protective reflex, not defiance
how perfectionism shows up in subtle ways
how to anchor your child with connection and curiosity
practical strategies to help build tolerance and resilience

Resources:
Parenting from the Floor | @parentingfromthefloor
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In this episode of the Mindful Motherhood podcast, Dr. Katie tackles the common yet challenging issue of separation anxiety in children, especially during back-to-school transitions. Dr. Katie explains the neurological underpinnings of separation anxiety, focusing on the roles of the amygdala and prefrontal cortex in children's reactions to separation. Various strategies are discussed to help children gradually adjust and build confidence in separating from parents with less stress and more ease.
Resources:
Pocket hugs
Parent/Child bracelets
Parent/Child bracelet variation
Family photo bracelet
Hug Button bracelet
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In the latest episode of the Mindful Motherhood Podcast, Dr. Katie discusses how everyday anxieties impact children and offers practical tools to manage them. Focusing on the importance of understanding the brain's response to routine changes, she shares personal experiences illustrating the effectiveness of strategies like setting verbal expectations, using visual countdowns, and calming physiological responses with different breathing exercises. By using visual reminders, parents can help anchor their child’s thinking and ease the stress of transitions. This episode also emphasizes the need for caregivers to address their own anxieties, promoting a balanced approach to family well-being.
Resources (Books):
Ruby Finds a Worry
The Magical Yet
A Little Spot of Anxiety
A Kids Book About Anxiety
What To Do When You Worry Too Much
Help Your Dragon Deal With Anxiety
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In this episode of the Mindful Motherhood podcast, Dr. Katie offers insights into the nuances of childhood anxieties. Through personal experiences and professional insights, she emphasizes how anxiety can manifest unexpectedly in children. By understanding the physiological and emotional responses in kids, parents can better navigate these challenges. Dr. Katie introduces practical and engaging methods such as creating 'worry monsters' to help children articulate and manage their fears constructively. This approach not only facilitates communication but also empowers kids to understand and cope with their worries, turning anxiety into an opportunity for emotional and cognitive growth.
Resources:
Nurtured First Worry Toolkit
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Season 2 of the Mindful Motherhood podcast, hosted by Dr. Katie Gorham, delves deep into childhood worries and anxieties. This season focuses on a variety of challenges that children and teens may face, from general worries to fear of the dark and social pressures, and how anxiety symptoms often show up through behavior. Dr. Katie combines her wisdom as a psychologist and a mother to offer insights and strategies to handle these situations effectively. She emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and intention in parenting and discusses ways to turn difficult moments into opportunities for deeper connection and growth with our children. Tune in July 2nd wherever you listen to podcasts!
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