258 episodes

Girls tend to be more sensitive and anxious than boys. They experience a wide range of emotions simultaneously, which can make them difficult to predict. This presents a significant difficulty for parents, many of whom are already overburdened. If you do not know what is going on in their heads and hearts or the struggles they face on a daily basis, it is hard to know how to best support them.
 
You have found Raising Daughters, a warm and helpful resource for parents on how to best care for and direct their young daughters as they develop. If you have daughters and want to help them through life's challenges, this podcast can give you the tools and guidance you need to do just that. Learn ways to connect with them such that you can remain an influence in their lives throughout the teen years and beyond,
 
Find out in each episode what it really takes to take care of your girls, who are under more stress than ever before. They may be overly concerned with academic success, self-image issues, or anxiety to handle diverse social situations. Being overwhelmed by their emotions can lead to sleeplessness, irritability, anxiety and even depression. It is your responsibility as a parent to guide them in the right direction despite the chaos of the outside world. Learn from this podcast how to start important conversations with your daughters and give them the help they need to feel protected and loved.
 
Each discussion delves deeply into what kids are thinking, feeling, and experiencing today, from schoolwork to dating life, friendships and even within themselves. Get ready to hear some personal, sensitive, and confronting information about the lives of modern-day young women. Learn from their experiences, some of which may go unnoticed or ununderstood, and improve as a parent of your own daughters as a result.
 
The parents featured in this podcast share their insights and advice gained through raising children. Data-driven strategies for raising daughters are discussed, and episodes feature authors and experts in various fields of child development. To really get to the heart of what is going on in a girl's head, heart, and soul, the show also has girls on who share their current thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
 
The podcast also discusses the effects of technology on the lives of young women. Parents need to step up their game as their children become more preoccupied with their phones and more vulnerable as a result of what they see on social media. In today's instantaneous digital world, it is important for parents to be informed about the various online communities in which their children participate. This podcast will serve as your helpful guide as you learn about the media and technology your daughters are using.
 
Dr. Tim Jordan, a specialist in developmental and behavioral pediatrics, hosts the podcast. He has been mentoring young women for over 30 years, primarily through his counseling practice, weekend retreats and summer camps with a focus on self-improvement and leadership. Throughout his career, Dr. Tim gave talks to audiences of parents and professionals in the United States and around the world. He has the pulse of what every parent needs in raising daughters because of his extensive background and personal encounters with both parents and children. In every episode, he sets the tone with a friendly and humorous introduction that makes the discussion more enjoyable for the audience. 
 
The thoughts and feelings of young women are often misunderstood. If you label them as emotional wrecks, you are missing the point. Make a special effort to understand your children's feelings. Follow along with Dr. Tim as he helps you delve into their heads to learn about and empathize with their inner workings. In doing so, you improve as a parent and better meet the needs of your precious daughters.

Listen to Raising Daughters at drtimjordan.com.

Raising Daughters Tim Jordan, MD

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.6 • 124 Ratings

Girls tend to be more sensitive and anxious than boys. They experience a wide range of emotions simultaneously, which can make them difficult to predict. This presents a significant difficulty for parents, many of whom are already overburdened. If you do not know what is going on in their heads and hearts or the struggles they face on a daily basis, it is hard to know how to best support them.
 
You have found Raising Daughters, a warm and helpful resource for parents on how to best care for and direct their young daughters as they develop. If you have daughters and want to help them through life's challenges, this podcast can give you the tools and guidance you need to do just that. Learn ways to connect with them such that you can remain an influence in their lives throughout the teen years and beyond,
 
Find out in each episode what it really takes to take care of your girls, who are under more stress than ever before. They may be overly concerned with academic success, self-image issues, or anxiety to handle diverse social situations. Being overwhelmed by their emotions can lead to sleeplessness, irritability, anxiety and even depression. It is your responsibility as a parent to guide them in the right direction despite the chaos of the outside world. Learn from this podcast how to start important conversations with your daughters and give them the help they need to feel protected and loved.
 
Each discussion delves deeply into what kids are thinking, feeling, and experiencing today, from schoolwork to dating life, friendships and even within themselves. Get ready to hear some personal, sensitive, and confronting information about the lives of modern-day young women. Learn from their experiences, some of which may go unnoticed or ununderstood, and improve as a parent of your own daughters as a result.
 
The parents featured in this podcast share their insights and advice gained through raising children. Data-driven strategies for raising daughters are discussed, and episodes feature authors and experts in various fields of child development. To really get to the heart of what is going on in a girl's head, heart, and soul, the show also has girls on who share their current thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
 
The podcast also discusses the effects of technology on the lives of young women. Parents need to step up their game as their children become more preoccupied with their phones and more vulnerable as a result of what they see on social media. In today's instantaneous digital world, it is important for parents to be informed about the various online communities in which their children participate. This podcast will serve as your helpful guide as you learn about the media and technology your daughters are using.
 
Dr. Tim Jordan, a specialist in developmental and behavioral pediatrics, hosts the podcast. He has been mentoring young women for over 30 years, primarily through his counseling practice, weekend retreats and summer camps with a focus on self-improvement and leadership. Throughout his career, Dr. Tim gave talks to audiences of parents and professionals in the United States and around the world. He has the pulse of what every parent needs in raising daughters because of his extensive background and personal encounters with both parents and children. In every episode, he sets the tone with a friendly and humorous introduction that makes the discussion more enjoyable for the audience. 
 
The thoughts and feelings of young women are often misunderstood. If you label them as emotional wrecks, you are missing the point. Make a special effort to understand your children's feelings. Follow along with Dr. Tim as he helps you delve into their heads to learn about and empathize with their inner workings. In doing so, you improve as a parent and better meet the needs of your precious daughters.

Listen to Raising Daughters at drtimjordan.com.

    How to Be Happy, Successful, And Mindful While Getting It All Done With Laura Mae Martin

    How to Be Happy, Successful, And Mindful While Getting It All Done With Laura Mae Martin

    Google productivity coach Laura Mae Martin, author of the new book, Uptime, describes how to operate at the highest levels of productivity while enhancing your own personal well-being.
     
    Link to Laura Mae Martin’s website and resources: www.lauramaemartin.com.
    Link to Uptime: A Practical Guide to Personal Productivity and Wellbeing.
     
    For more information on Dr. Jordan’s books, camps, and resources, go to www.drtimjordan.com.

    • 33 min
    Why Is My Daughter Having Sex?

    Why Is My Daughter Having Sex?

    In this podcast, Dr. Tim Jordan describes the many reasons why your daughter may choose to have sex, including: old limiting beliefs about herself, really liking a guy and wanting a dating partner, curiosity, feeling disconnected or unloved, not knowing how to set boundaries, cultural sexual objectification of women, and not being aware of or following their intuition. Dr. Jordan also shares recent data on the numbers of teens having sex today and over the generations.

    • 35 min
    Why My Daughter Can't Find a Best Friend

    Why My Daughter Can't Find a Best Friend

    Friendship isn't just about fitting in—it's about finding the courage to stand out and connect authentically with the people for you. In this episode, Dr. Tim Jordan discusses the many reasons why girls may have a hard time finding a best friend or a group of loyal, close, trustworthy friends. He discussed the ways parents can support their daughters through tough friendship issues. He also shares how to find the balance between parental values and social connections to empower girls to thrive beyond social constraints. Tune in now and learn how you can help your daughter find true friendship.
     
    For more resources to support your daughters, check out these episodes:
    Why is my daughter so lonely?The most amazing girls I know: An interview with 3 “old souls”Old, limiting beliefs podcast

    • 32 min
    Touching Stories To Guide Your Parenting

    Touching Stories To Guide Your Parenting

    Parenting is a journey enriched by stories—windows into empathy and wisdom. In this episode, Dr. Tim Jordan shares eight touching stories and poems that contain some practical insights into how to parent your children more effectively. Tune in for heartfelt narratives and poetic wisdom, offering guidance for parents. Join us on this conversation for a journey into nurturing and understanding children.
     
    For more of Dr. Jordan’s resources to aid your parenting, go to his website at drtimjordan.com for links to his 6 books, his online parenting course, and all of his previously published podcasts.
     
    Dr. Jordan’s previous podcast on how to make deposits into your goodwill account with your daughter.

    • 21 min
    The Joys And Stresses From Raising A Chronically Ill Child With Dr. Maureen Petersen

    The Joys And Stresses From Raising A Chronically Ill Child With Dr. Maureen Petersen

    Parenting a chronically ill child teaches us that within life's challenges lies the extraordinary opportunity for growth, resilience, love, and even self-care. In this episode, Dr. Maureen Peterson, author of Reclaiming Life: A Guide for Parents of Chronically Ill Children, shares the joys and stresses of raising a chronically ill child. Through relatable experiences and heartfelt advice, she touches on the overwhelming emotions parents face, offering strategies to manage stress and advocate effectively for their children. Dr. Peterson emphasizes the importance of self-care for parents, dispelling myths and stereotypes about what constitutes self-care. She also emphasizes that self-care isn't just about spa days; it's about nurturing oneself in small, impactful ways that fill the emotional cup. Tune in and learn how to keep the lamp burning for you and your child.
     
    Check out Dr. Jordan’s previous podcast on the vulnerable child syndrome: https://drtimjordan.com/2022/03/parents-overprotective-children-resilience-infertility-addictions-emotions/

    • 41 min
    How Mentors Inspire Success In Young People

    How Mentors Inspire Success In Young People

    Mentors have keen eyes to see anyone’s potential that no one would notice at first glance. Those eyes are the keys to helping mentors unlock someone’s highest potential. In this episode, Dr. Tim Jordan shares real-life stories of how mentors inspire success in young people. Mentors offer the ability to see young people in their highest light before they can see it in themselves. Stories about Jane Goodall, Quincy Jones, Frank Lloyd Wright, President Jimmy Carter, and many others proved the impact mentorship had in store for everyone. Be the catalyst for your children’s success and the mentor they need in life. Tune in to this episode with Dr. Tim Jordan today.

    • 27 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
124 Ratings

124 Ratings

Christina Bravo ,

Great show

Thank you so much for the amazing guidance as a Mother of 3 this information is beyond helpful.

Shark_MD ,

Way Beyond

Phenomenal.

The pod is really about how to live a life worth living in general. I’m a ~30 year old male with no kids, work in mental health. It’s supremely helpful personally & professionally.

Thank you for this gift.

T Crowns ,

The best!

Highly recommend it.

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