{"podcast":{"title":"Securely Attached","slug":"securely-attached-4474030","podcast_index_feed_id":4474030,"rss_url":"https://securelyattached.libsyn.com/rss","website_url":"https://drsarahbren.com/securely-attached-podcast","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/4/0/e/9/40e91292d34d26f7e55e3c100dce7605/Design_1_Final.png","author":"Dr. Sarah Bren","episode_count":423,"summary":"Securely Attached is your go-to parenting podcast, supporting moms and dads from pregnancy all the way through their child's adolescence and every stage in between. Join us every Tuesday as clinical psychologist and mom of two Dr. Sarah Bren shares her expertise and interviews top experts in the field, simplifying complicated concepts and pulling back the curtain on the brain science and psychology that drives and shapes the parent-child relationship. And now, every Thursday, Dr. Sarah Bren is joined by Dr. Emily Upshur and Dr. Rebecca Hershberg for a special segment, Beyond The Sessions. We're answering YOUR parenting questions from the perspective of clinical psychologists highly trained in developmental science and real-life moms who get that parenting is messy, and sometimes we have to laugh, cry, and throw out the \"rules.\" From toddler tantrums, to effective discipline strategies, to leaning into the principles of respectful parenting, and to managing your own mental wellness as a parent—this podcast is your ultimate resource for judgment-free, research-backed information you know you can trust. About Sarah Bren, PhD Dr. Sarah Bren is a licensed clinical psychologist and mom…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-18T18:19:44.542224+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/securely-attached-4474030"},"episode":{"title":"Q&A: How do I support my child with language delays during playdates?","slug":"q-a-how-do-i-support-my-child-with-language-delays-during-playdates","published_at":"2026-04-30T09:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/securely-attached-4474030/q-a-how-do-i-support-my-child-with-language-delays-during-playdates","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/securely-attached-4474030","url":"https://drsarahbren.com/407-qa-how-do-i-support-my-child-with-language-delays-during-playdates","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/clean/secure/securelyattached/407_BTS_LanguageDev.mp3?dest-id=2868554","summary":"Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about how to support a child who is struggling to communicate with their peers. Together we explore: The difference between scaffolding and helicopter parenting, and how to find the right balance. How your goals for a playdate can shape how much you step in. The role of context, including the child your kid is playing with and how familiar they are with each other. What scaffolding can actually look like in the moment, beyond just helping with words. How narrating and \"sportscasting\" interactions can support both kids without taking over. How to tune into your child's cues to determine whether something is truly a problem. The trap of overthinking and how to recognize when things might actually be going just fine. This episode will help you feel more confident in knowing when to step in, when to step back, and how to support your child's social and communication skills in a way that builds both competence and connection. REFERENCES AND RELATED RESOURCES: 👉 Want extra support in your parenting journey? Upshur Bren Psychology Group offers therapy and coaching to give parents the tools to feel more grounded and confident as they navigate parenthood and learn how to most effectively support their child. Visit upshurbren.com to explore our services and schedule a free 30-minute consultation call to find the support that's right for your family. CHECK OUT ADDITIONAL PODCAST EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE: 🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about helping a child who struggles with perfectionism 🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about what to do if your child is reading below their grade level, but resistant to going to tutoring 🎧 Listen to my podcast episode about fostering secure att…","meta_description":"Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! 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