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A parenting podcast hosted by cognitive psychologist Dr. Amy Moore and friends

09/09/2025

Ever feel like you're failing at work if you don't give 110%, and failing at home if you try? You're not alone in this impossible balancing act.

In this conversation between Dr. Amy and returning guest Remillet, balance strategist and host of the , they tackle the myth of perfect balance head-on.

🎧Check it out here or on your favorite podcast platform: https://www.thebrainymoms.com/2025/09/08/time-management-for-moms/

08/09/2025

Let’s stop calling struggles “superpowers” and start seeing our kids clearly: beautiful, strong, and worthy of support.

When parents face a new diagnosis, they often see two sides of the coin:
💔 One feels the fear of the struggle ahead.
💡 The other celebrates their child’s uniqueness and individuality.

Both perspectives matter. But here’s the truth:
👉 Strengthening weak cognitive skills doesn’t change who your child is.
👉 It simply makes life less of a struggle.

07/09/2025

There's a trend we can't stand, and that is to call ADHD or other diagnoses a “superpower.” Labeling it that way can overlook the very real challenges kids (and adults!) face. 🌪️

The goal isn’t to ignore the struggle—it’s to acknowledge it, strengthen underlying skills, and help kids thrive. Their true superpower? What they accomplish despite the challenges, using their unique strengths to shine. ✨

Tune in to our latest episode to hear more.

06/09/2025

⏰ Catch it early, save years of struggle.

When learning or cognitive challenges aren’t addressed early, they tend to compound over time. Remediating skills later isn’t just about the skill itself—you also have to go back and catch up on everything that was missed along the way.

✅ Early intervention means your child can build the cognitive skills they need now and keep up with age-level content, avoiding a bigger uphill climb later.

🎧 In this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy Moore explains why early support can make all the difference—and how to know when it’s time to step in.

05/09/2025

very child has incredible potential, but struggles with learning or processing can hold them back. The goal isn’t to change who they are—it’s to give them the tools to thrive, tap into their strengths, and approach life with confidence and joy. 🚀

Let’s help our kids soar. 🌟 Check out our latest episode to learn more.

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04/09/2025

⏳ Extra time doesn’t always help.

Accommodations and compensation strategies—like giving more time for assignments—can feel like a lifesaver in the moment. But if we rely on them too long, we may actually be holding kids back from building the skills they need to succeed independently.

🗝️The key? Identify the root cause of why a child struggles to stay on task—and address that, rather than just accommodating it.

🎧 Listen to the full episode of Brainy Moms to learn how skill-building can set your child up for long-term success.

03/09/2025

Giving accommodations like extended time may feel helpful in the moment—but for many kids with ADHD or other types of neurodivergence, it can unintentionally reinforce procrastination and lower self-confidence. 💡

The real solution? Strengthening the underlying cognitive skills that help kids focus, plan, and complete tasks efficiently—so they can succeed without relying on accommodations. 🚀

Tune in to our latest episode to hear more about the shortcomings of accommodations (and when they ARE necessary) so you can make the smartest choices for your child's unique needs!

02/09/2025

💔 “Mom, if they gave grades for making friends, I’d get a D-.”

👉 Bright, vibrant children can start to wilt when constant comparison makes them feel like failures.

📚 Parents often think the problem is the curriculum or teaching method. But if you’ve tried program after program and the struggle never goes away…
➡️ It’s probably in the brain, not in the books.

When you uncover the root cause of a learning struggle, everything changes. Not just grades—confidence, friendships, and family life too. 💡

🎧 Tune into this episode of Brainy Moms to hear how.

01/09/2025

Supporting a child isn’t about changing who they are—it’s about giving them the tools to navigate challenges with confidence. When we address the root of learning or cognitive struggles, kids have the tools to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally—without losing their unique spark. ✨

It’s not about changing them. It’s about unshackling them so they can soar. 🚀

31/08/2025

📉 Is your child just “a little behind” … or is it something more?

It’s normal for kids to struggle in one subject for a season. That’s not usually a red flag—it just means some skills take longer to master.

🚩 But if you notice a pattern—falling behind in multiple subjects, struggling socially, and even losing confidence—it’s time to dig deeper.

👉 The difference between a temporary setback and a bigger issue is knowing whether your child is missing the skills they need to catch up.

🎧 In this episode of Brainy Moms, Dr. Amy explains how to tell the difference—and what steps to take if your child isn’t moving forward.

30/08/2025

When a child struggles to pay attention, remember instructions, or process information quickly, it’s not just about grades. 📚 The frustration shows up in friendships, self-esteem, and even the way they see themselves.

That’s why it’s so important to look beneath the surface. 🧠 Strengthening cognitive skills doesn’t just change how kids learn—it changes how they live. 🌟

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