Parenting Tips, Resources and Strategies for Moms and Dads of Children, & Teenagers: Impactful Parenting

Unmotivated Boys. What can parents do? Is your son losing his drive, disengaging from school, or spending all his time glued to screens? You’re not alone, and it’s not just in your head! In this episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos sits down with renowned family physician, psychologist, and best-selling author Dr. Leonard Sax to dive into the growing epidemic of unmotivated boys and underachieving young men. Together, they unpack the six critical factors driving this shift—from school environments that alienate boys to video game displacement, ADHD medications, environmental endocrine disruptors, shifts in cultural masculinity, and online risks like AI-generated media and pornography. Most importantly, Dr. Sax provides actionable strategies parents can implement immediately to help re-engage their sons and turn things around. 📌 Calls to Action & Resources Mentioned 📲 Download the FREE Impactful Parent App & Explore Website Resources: https://theimpactfulparent.com 📚 Learn More About Dr. Leonard Sax & His Books (Boys Adrift): https://www.leonardsax.com 💻 Check Video Game Content Ratings: https://www.commonsensemedia.org ⏱️ Timestamps [00:00] - Introduction & Welcome with Kristina Campos [00:46] - Introducing Guest Dr. Leonard Sax [01:49] - Evidence That Boys Are Falling Behind [05:04] - Factor 1: Changes in Education & Unfriendly Schooling [12:44] - Factor 2: Video Games & Screen Time Limits [19:50] - Factor 3: ADHD Medications & Motivation Effects [26:48] - Factor 4: Environmental Toxins & Falling Testosterone [31:26] - Factor 5: The Collapse of Cultural Masculinity [38:21] - Factor 6: Online Influences, AI Porn, & Digital Risks [43:28] - Parental Monitoring & Digital Controls [44:25] - Rest vs. Disconnection: How to Spot the Difference [45:53] - Practical Impactful Parent Tips & Wrap-Up

Why Good Dads Retreat (And How Mothers Can Help Them Step Up!) Have you ever asked your partner for a little help around the house or with the kids, only for it to spiral into a debate, a silent shutdown, or a full-blown argument? 🛑 You aren’t nagging—you just want a partner who is as invested in the day-to-day chaos as you are. So why do so many well-meaning, loving fathers retreat when we want them to step up? In this episode of The Impactful Parent, host Kristina Campos sits down with Dr. Binyamin Rothstein, author of ”A Real Man’s Guide to Becoming a Terrific Dad.” Together, they unpack what is really happening behind male withdrawal and share practical, game-changing mindset shifts mothers can make to empower fathers without criticism or shame. 📌 What You’ll Discover in This Episode: The ”Mama Bear” vs. ”Queen” Dynamic: How unintentional micro-corrections (like re-folding laundry or reloading the dishwasher) disempower men—and how to shift into a supportive dynamic that invites him to lead [04:29]. Stop Correcting, Start Appreciating: Why letting go of perfectionism opens the door for your partner to step up big time [11:09]. Intimacy & Relationship Health: How emotional connection and open communication revive passion and trust in marriage [17:07]. Why Dads Need Male Support Networks: Encouraging fathers to build strong friendships and connection groups [22:20]. The One Phrase to Shift Your Marriage: Dr. Rothstein’s powerful response to turn relationship friction into a team effort [28:15]. 👉 Connect with Dr. Binyamin Rothstein: Get the book ”A Real Man’s Guide to Becoming a Terrific Dad” or claim your free 30-minute consultation: http://www.beaterrificdad.com 👉 Join The Impactful Parent Community: Visit the main website for guides, tips, and articles: https://theimpactfulparent.com Download the FREE Impactful Parent App on iOS & Android so you never miss a parenting tip to help your family! 🔔 Enjoyed this video? Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share this episode with a friend or fellow parent who needs to hear this today! Video Reference: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gB6Q9N1GpkU #Fatherhood #DadLife #SupportingDads #DadInvolvement #RaisingKids #ParentingTeam #DadsOfInstagram #ParentingPartners

Have you ever felt like raising kids today requires a manual, a therapist, and three extra sets of hands? What if the missing piece to solving your child’s anxiety, screen time battles, and daily stress isn’t another parenting app, but the relationship right inside your extended family? Welcome back to The Impactful Parent with your host, Kristina Campos! In this episode, we dive into a topic that touches almost every home: how parents and grandparents can team up as a united front to raise emotionally healthy, resilient children in today’s fast-paced world. Kristina sits down with special guest Dr. Kenneth Barish—Clinical Professor of Psychology at Weill Cornell Medicine, APA Fellow, and author of The Art and Science of Parenting and Grandparenting: Raising Emotionally Healthy Children in a Challenging World. Together, they unpack how families can move from clashing over rules to building a true, supportive village. ⏱️ CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Intro: The Multigenerational Village (01:10) Welcome Special Guest Dr. Kenneth Barish (02:21) Why the Parent-Grandparent Partnership Is Critical Today (03:50) Consultant vs. Supervisor: Building a Team Around the Child (06:06) The Unique Psychological ”Superpower” Grandparents Offer (08:22) Anchoring Emotional Security & Connection Through Play (11:22) Creating an Emotional Sanctuary & 2 Rules for Connection (15:04) How to Handle Disagreements: Focus on Concerns, Not Opinions (17:04) The ”Rule-Breaking” Grandparent: Balancing Fun & Limits (20:20) Picking Your Battles: Safety vs. Leniency (22:12) Instilling Kindness & Empathy in an ”I” Culture (24:10) The Gift of Perspective: Passing Down Stories & Traditions (26:21) How Parents Can Set Boundaries Without Causing Family Rifts (28:15) Inside The Art and Science of Parenting and Grandparenting (31:06) The 5-Minute Ritual to Strengthen Family Bonds for a Lifetime (33:40) Closing Remarks & The Impactful Parent App About The Impactful Parent: The Impactful Parent helps parents of school-aged children turn chaos into connection. Host Kristina Campos—mom of four and veteran educator—provides actionable strategies to keep you one step ahead. 📱 Download the FREE Impactful Parent App: https://theimpactfulparent.com 🔔 LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE this video with a parent or grandparent who would love this message! #Parenting #Grandparenting #ChildMentalHealth #TheImpactfulParent #KristinaCampos #DrKennethBarish #ParentingTips #FamilyBonding

New Years Resolutions for Parents of Teenagers Ready to transform your relationship with your teenager in the New Year? Join Kristina Campos, your host on The Impactful Parent Podcast, as she dives into six creative and strategic New Year Resolutions for parents designed to strengthen your bond and foster healthy habits for your teen. Forget unrealistic goals—these are practical, impactful parenting tips you can implement today! Rate, Review, & Subscribe! ”I love Kristina and all the FREE tips that she has to offer! Thank you for making my parenting journey better!” ＜– If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people — just like you!!! Rate with five stars, and select ”Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, subscribe to the podcast. I’m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you’re not subscribed, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. Subscribe now! What to do next: Get The Impactful Parent App! Everything you need in your parenting journey in one spot! Available on the Android Play Store and the Apple Store. Search Impactful Parent (direct links listed above under Links in Episode). Follow The Impactful Parenton social media if you don’t already! Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, & Pinterest Subscribe to the PODCAST Check out the official website of The Impactful Parent for FREE RESOURCES, parenting classes, mom’s groups, and so much more! Click here to check it out! Discover how you can work with Kristina! Sign up for a FREE 30-minute discovery call! Click here to find a time that works best for you! Bottom Line... I am here for YOU! Contact me at [email protected] LINKS MENTIONED IN THE RECORDING https://theimpactfulparent.com/app Download the FREE Impactful Parent App! Available on Apple and Android App Stores. FREEBIES from episodes included! Apple Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/ios Android Play Store: https://theimpactfulparent.com/android https://theimpactfulparent.com for more FREE Resources and paid programs.