Raising Humans with Big Little Feelings
From Scheananigans with Scheana Shay by Dear Media
February 27, 2026 · 58 min · Episode 289
About this episode
Scheana and Brock discuss parenting challenges with experts Kristin Gallant and Deena Margolin, focusing on emotional development and practical parenting strategies.
Scheana and her “Payroll Husband” Brock are joined by Kristin Gallant and Deena Margolin, the parenting coach and child therapist duo behind the viral parenting hub Big Little Feelings, for an honest, real-time parenting workshop packed with practical tools and relatable moments. From toddler meltdowns to emotional shutdowns, they break down what’s actually happening developmentally — and why big feelings aren’t bad behavior (or a sign you’re raising a “spoiled” kid). Scheana and Brock open up about postpartum OCD, co-sleeping conversations, differing parenting styles, and the very real weight of mom and dad guilt — including balancing career opportunities with being present for milestones. The conversation also dives into raising a child in the public eye, handling social media commentary, and the one parenting shift everyone should start today. Plus, the BLF duo debunks the biggest toddler myths, shares their go-to meltdown scripts, and reminds every parent of one powerful truth: you’re doing better than you think. Follow us: @scheana @scheananigans @brock Guest: @biglittlefeelings Purchase your very own copy of the NYT Best-selling…
People in this episode
Hosts: Scheana Shay, Brock
Guests: Kristin Gallant, Deena Margolin
Topics covered
- parenting
- child development
- mental health
- emotional well-being
- public parenting
- co-sleeping
- parenting styles
Keywords
- toddler meltdowns
- postpartum OCD
- parenting workshop
- emotional shutdowns
- mom guilt
- dad guilt
- social media parenting
Sponsors
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Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Big Little Feelings
Products: MY GOOD SIDE
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