Importance of Therapy & Self Care for Moms: A Little Brain Q&A | Episode 40 with Lauren and Jessica

Today, we are tackling your thoughtful and honest questions head-on. We talk about parenting while healing from childhood trauma, how to recognize if your sports betting habits are becoming a problem, and what staying fit realistically looks like for busy moms. One of the most heartfelt moments comes from an 11-year-old listener asking how she can improve her family relationships. We get into the importance of trauma-informed therapy, self-awareness, and grace when it comes to breaking generational cycles. We also share practical advice on modeling healthy behavior for your kids and finding small, consistent ways to take care of yourself. Keep the questions coming—we love hearing from you and building this conversation together. Join hosts Jessica Eisenstat, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and Dr. Lauren LaRose, a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, as they dive into raw and real conversations about all things kids. These two moms, who also happen to be mental health professionals, bring humor, debate, and a hefty dose of mom realness to every episode. From tackling children’s mental health to the daily chaos of parenting, nothing is off-limits. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:27 LIVI At-Home Gel Manicure 2:43 How do you parent when you're still healing from trauma? 6:38 11 year old asks: What can I do to help my family relationship? 9:56 How to handle my sports betting habit around my kids? 14:17 How do I stay fit as a busy mom? 19:49 Outro Follow The Little Brain Campaign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelittlebraincampaign/ Website: https://www.littlebraincampaign.com/