Podcast

Robot Unicorn

Author: Nurtured First
Feed episode count: 116
Official site: https://nurturedfirst.com
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Summary

Join me, Jess VanderWier, a registered psychotherapist, mom of three, and founder of Nurtured First, along with my husband Scott, as we dive deep into the stories of our friends, favourite celebrities, and influential figures. In each episode, we skip the small talk and dive into vulnerable and honest conversations about topics like cycle breaking, trauma, race, mental health, parenting, sex, religion, postpartum, healing, and loss. We are glad you are here. PS: The name Robot Unicorn comes from our daughter. When we asked her what we should name the podcast, she confidently came up with this name because she loves robots, and she loves unicorns, so why not? There was something about the playfulness of the name, the confidence in her voice, and the fact that it represents that you can love two things at once that just felt right.

Episodes

Jun 29, 2026 · not_requested

4 Reasons Your Child Doesn’t Listen

Duration seconds: 1573
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Jun 22, 2026 · not_requested

How To Get Kids To Open Up

Duration seconds: 1327
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Jun 15, 2026 · not_requested

Self-Care for Burnt-Out Parents with Dr. Pooja Lakshmin

Duration seconds: 2191
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Jun 8, 2026 · not_requested

The Truth About Shy Kids

Duration seconds: 1505
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Jun 1, 2026 · not_requested

3 Reasons Your Child Misbehaves At School

Duration seconds: 1893
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May 25, 2026 · not_requested

6 Things About ADHD Parents Need To Know

Duration seconds: 2178
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May 18, 2026 · not_requested

Why Kids Struggle to Sleep (And How To Help Them)

Duration seconds: 1923
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May 11, 2026 · not_requested

How To Be Firm Without Yelling

Duration seconds: 1825
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May 4, 2026 · not_requested

Getting Honest About New Motherhood With Libby Ward

Duration seconds: 3986
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Apr 27, 2026 · not_requested

Why “Stranger Danger” Doesn’t Protect Kids (Part 3)

Duration seconds: 1324
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Apr 20, 2026 · not_requested

The Truth About How Child Abuse Stays Hidden (Part 2)

Duration seconds: 2251
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Apr 13, 2026 · not_requested

What Parents Need To Know About Grooming: Protecting Kids (Part 1)

Duration seconds: 1463
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Apr 6, 2026 · not_requested

Stop Letting the Scale Dictate Your Worth With Dr. Rachel Goldman

Duration seconds: 2719
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Mar 30, 2026 · not_requested

Brain Stuckness: Reducing Power Struggles & Building Flexibility (Part 2)

Duration seconds: 2120
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Mar 23, 2026 · not_requested

Brain Stuckness: Why Kids Struggle With Flexibility (Part 1)

Duration seconds: 2345
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Mar 16, 2026 · not_requested

Why Allowance Is About More Than Money (Part 2)

Duration seconds: 1416
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Mar 9, 2026 · not_requested

Does Giving Kids An Allowance Make Them Entitled? (Part 1)

Duration seconds: 1389
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Mar 2, 2026 · not_requested

Why Boredom Matters For Kids (Revisit)

Duration seconds: 3153
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Feb 23, 2026 · not_requested

Will Daycare Ruin My Child’s Attachment? (Revisit)

Duration seconds: 2391
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Feb 16, 2026 · not_requested

When Is It Okay To Punish Kids? (Revisit)

Duration seconds: 2736
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Feb 9, 2026 · not_requested

Have Parents Become Too Permissive?

Duration seconds: 1956
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Feb 2, 2026 · not_requested

Should You Force Your Kids To Do Chores?

Duration seconds: 2164
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Jan 26, 2026 · not_requested

When Is It OK To Give In to Tantrums?

Duration seconds: 2313
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Jan 19, 2026 · not_requested

Why Won’t My Child Stop Clinging and Whining?!

Duration seconds: 1987
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Jan 12, 2026 · not_requested

How To Pass Down Family Values

Duration seconds: 2796
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Jan 5, 2026 · not_requested

What Kids Need Most When Parents Divorce

Duration seconds: 2797
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Dec 29, 2025 · not_requested

How Can I Reduce My Anger and Annoyance As A Highly Sensitive Parent? (Revisit)

Duration seconds: 3345
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Dec 22, 2025 · not_requested

Forcing Kids To Do Hard Things: Raising Resilient Kids Who Can Tolerate Frustration (Revisit)

Duration seconds: 2059
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Dec 15, 2025 · not_requested

How To Create Healthy Screentime Habits with Dr. Michael Robb

Duration seconds: 3469
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