https://simplecast.com The In-Between Years with Dr. Sheryl The In-Between Years with Dr. Sheryl is a podcast from Good Inside for parents or adults raising, caring for, or loving a tween or teen. Hosted by clinical psychologist and mom of three Dr. Sheryl Ziegler, this show explores what’s really happening during this intense and transformative stage of life — from big emotions and shifting friendships to dating, academic pressure, social media, identity, and body changes. Each episode slows things down and looks beneath the surface so you can respond instead of react — because your kid may be growing up, but that doesn’t mean they need you less. They need you differently. **About Good Inside** Good Inside helps parents raise confident, resilient kids. Founded by clinical psychologist and mom of three Dr. Becky, our unique approach helps families solve current challenges, and get ahead of future ones, by focusing on the child behind the behavior and the parent behind the parenting. With an app, workshops, podcast, books, and GiGi — a proprietary chatbot trained in the Good Inside approach — members have 24/7 access to personalized, practical support for every age and stage of parenting. No question is too specific, no scenario too tricky to untangle. It’s real, sturdy guidance parents can lean on in the moment, helping them feel capable, grounded, and never alone. goodinside.com 2026 Two Things Inc. en Wed, 13 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Wed, 13 May 2026 07:00:15 +0000 https://the-in-between-years.simplecast.com The In-Between Years with Dr. Sheryl https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/e99331a9-f165-4bc4-beec-9bdb866f754c/7604e0ce-ca63-412b-ba6a-002382ca001b/3000x3000/gidrsherylpodcoverfinal23000pxlarge.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://the-in-between-years.simplecast.com episodic The In-Between Years with Dr. Sheryl is a podcast from Good Inside for parents or adults raising, caring for, or loving a tween or teen. Hosted by clinical psychologist and mom of three Dr. Sheryl Ziegler, this show explores what’s really happening during this intense and transformative stage of life — from big emotions and shifting friendships to dating, academic pressure, social media, identity, and body changes. Each episode slows things down and looks beneath the surface so you can respond instead of react — because your kid may be growing up, but that doesn’t mean they need you less. They need you differently. **About Good Inside** Good Inside helps parents raise confident, resilient kids. Founded by clinical psychologist and mom of three Dr. Becky, our unique approach helps families solve current challenges, and get ahead of future ones, by focusing on the child behind the behavior and the parent behind the parenting. With an app, workshops, podcast, books, and GiGi — a proprietary chatbot trained in the Good Inside approach — members have 24/7 access to personalized, practical support for every age and stage of parenting. No question is too specific, no scenario too tricky to untangle. It’s real, sturdy guidance parents can lean on in the moment, helping them feel capable, grounded, and never alone. goodinside.com Good Inside false https://feeds.simplecast.com/JYlRjVID family,parenting,teens,tweens Good Inside podcast@goodinside.com 43666f0c-8f69-4df5-8a16-cf7c8a8e2d2f I Care About You Right Now: The Period Doctor Talks Puberty When should you start talking to your child about puberty and periods? What’s actually normal when it comes to cramps, mood changes, and cycle symptoms — and what’s not?

In this episode, Dr. Sheryl sits down with pediatric and adolescent gynecologist Dr. Charis Chambers, also known as “The Period Doctor,” for a conversation that every parent of a tween or teen needs to hear.

Together, they talk about:

  • why puberty conversations need to start earlier than most parents think
  • the signs puberty has already begun
  • how to talk about periods without shame or fear
  • what severe period pain can signal
  • the truth about endometriosis in adolescents
  • the myths we’ve inherited about girls’ bodies
  • how parents can help kids feel informed, calm, and connected to their changing bodies

This episode is both deeply practical and unexpectedly emotional — especially for parents realizing how little support they themselves received growing up.

Dr. Charis Chambers's new book is called The Period & Puberty Parenting Revolution.

Thank you to our partners for making this episode possible: 
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]]> Wed, 13 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 podcast@goodinside.com (Good Inside) https://the-in-between-years.simplecast.com/episodes/the-period-doctor-lidp_Ama When should you start talking to your child about puberty and periods? What’s actually normal when it comes to cramps, mood changes, and cycle symptoms — and what’s not?

In this episode, Dr. Sheryl sits down with pediatric and adolescent gynecologist Dr. Charis Chambers, also known as “The Period Doctor,” for a conversation that every parent of a tween or teen needs to hear.

Together, they talk about:

  • why puberty conversations need to start earlier than most parents think
  • the signs puberty has already begun
  • how to talk about periods without shame or fear
  • what severe period pain can signal
  • the truth about endometriosis in adolescents
  • the myths we’ve inherited about girls’ bodies
  • how parents can help kids feel informed, calm, and connected to their changing bodies

This episode is both deeply practical and unexpectedly emotional — especially for parents realizing how little support they themselves received growing up.

Dr. Charis Chambers's new book is called The Period & Puberty Parenting Revolution.

Thank you to our partners for making this episode possible: 
Equip: Learn about Equip's at-home eating disorder treatment at equip.health/goodinside

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]]> I Care About You Right Now: The Period Doctor Talks Puberty Good Inside 00:42:43 Dr. Sheryl sits down with pediatric and adolescent gynecologist Dr. Charis Chambers, also known as “The Period Doctor,” for a conversation that every parent of a tween or teen needs to hear. Dr. Sheryl sits down with pediatric and adolescent gynecologist Dr. Charis Chambers, also known as “The Period Doctor,” for a conversation that every parent of a tween or teen needs to hear. false full 10 4341dccd-4936-44de-960e-763b19e4098a Sibling Drama Isn’t A Problem. It’s Practice. One minute they're playing, the next they're snapping or shutting down. When your kids are fighting, it’s easy to wonder: What am I doing wrong? Should I step in… or stay out of it?

In this episode, Dr. Sheryl sits down with therapist and mom of seven Bridget KerMorris to unpack what’s really happening between siblings — especially when one child is entering the tween years and everything starts to shift.

Together, they explore:

  • Why your older child may suddenly seem mean, distant, or unpredictable
  • What younger siblings are actually experiencing (and often not saying)
  • The difference between a pattern and a moment
  • How to respond without taking sides or shutting things down
  • What “repair” looks like, and why it matters more than getting it right

You’ll also hear simple, real-life language you can use in the moment—especially when your child says things like “It’s not fair” or “You love them more.”

Sibling conflict isn’t a sign that something is wrong — it’s where your kids are learning how relationships actually work.

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]]> Wed, 6 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 podcast@goodinside.com (Good Inside) https://the-in-between-years.simplecast.com/episodes/sibling-drama-wkO03KA8 One minute they're playing, the next they're snapping or shutting down. When your kids are fighting, it’s easy to wonder: What am I doing wrong? Should I step in… or stay out of it?

In this episode, Dr. Sheryl sits down with therapist and mom of seven Bridget KerMorris to unpack what’s really happening between siblings — especially when one child is entering the tween years and everything starts to shift.

Together, they explore:

  • Why your older child may suddenly seem mean, distant, or unpredictable
  • What younger siblings are actually experiencing (and often not saying)
  • The difference between a pattern and a moment
  • How to respond without taking sides or shutting things down
  • What “repair” looks like, and why it matters more than getting it right

You’ll also hear simple, real-life language you can use in the moment—especially when your child says things like “It’s not fair” or “You love them more.”

Sibling conflict isn’t a sign that something is wrong — it’s where your kids are learning how relationships actually work.

Thank you to our partners for making this episode possible:

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]]> Sibling Drama Isn’t A Problem. It’s Practice. Good Inside 00:35:10 Sibling conflict isn’t a sign that something is wrong — it’s where your kids are learning how relationships actually work. Sibling conflict isn’t a sign that something is wrong — it’s where your kids are learning how relationships actually work. false full 9 522608e5-01fa-4882-87c0-d483f9dcde30 The Parenting Guilt Trap You know the feeling.

You replay something you said.

You second-guess a decision.

You wonder, “Did I mess that up?”

That’s parental guilt—and for most of us, it shows up a lot more than we talk about.

In this episode, Dr. Sheryl is joined by psychologist Dr. Juli Fraga, who has spent years studying the emotional lives of parents. Together, they unpack why guilt shows up so quickly in parenting—and why it’s often pointing us in the wrong direction.

You’ll learn:

  • The difference between actually doing something wrong and just feeling like you did
  • Why your child’s discomfort can trigger guilt (and what to do instead)
  • How guilt quietly leads to overgiving, overthinking, and burnout
  • A simple way to respond when guilt hits—so it helps instead of hurts

This isn’t about getting rid of guilt.

It’s about understanding it—so you can stop spiraling and start showing up with more clarity, steadiness, and confidence.

Learn more about Good Inside for Teens & Tweens.

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]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 podcast@goodinside.com (Good Inside) https://the-in-between-years.simplecast.com/episodes/the-parenting-guilt-trap-TnyGHWxu You know the feeling.

You replay something you said.

You second-guess a decision.

You wonder, “Did I mess that up?”

That’s parental guilt—and for most of us, it shows up a lot more than we talk about.

In this episode, Dr. Sheryl is joined by psychologist Dr. Juli Fraga, who has spent years studying the emotional lives of parents. Together, they unpack why guilt shows up so quickly in parenting—and why it’s often pointing us in the wrong direction.

You’ll learn:

  • The difference between actually doing something wrong and just feeling like you did
  • Why your child’s discomfort can trigger guilt (and what to do instead)
  • How guilt quietly leads to overgiving, overthinking, and burnout
  • A simple way to respond when guilt hits—so it helps instead of hurts

This isn’t about getting rid of guilt.

It’s about understanding it—so you can stop spiraling and start showing up with more clarity, steadiness, and confidence.

Learn more about Good Inside for Teens & Tweens.

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]]> The Parenting Guilt Trap Good Inside 00:13:02 Dr. Sheryl is joined by psychologist Dr. Juli Fraga, who has spent years studying the emotional lives of parents. Together, they unpack why guilt shows up so quickly in parenting—and why it’s often pointing us in the wrong direction. Dr. Sheryl is joined by psychologist Dr. Juli Fraga, who has spent years studying the emotional lives of parents. Together, they unpack why guilt shows up so quickly in parenting—and why it’s often pointing us in the wrong direction. family, guilt, teens, tweens, parenting false full 8 d5a27ec1-aea2-42cc-a1b7-3b3c151297bb When Food Starts to Feel Scary Eating disorders affect an estimated 30 million Americans in their lifetime. They are common. They are serious. And they are not caused by “bad parenting.”

Dr. Sheryl revisits a recent conversation between Dr. Becky and Dr. Erin Parks, Chief Clinical Officer at Equip Health, to talk about eating disorders and disordered eating in kids and teens—what the early signs look like, what’s happening emotionally underneath, and how parents can respond without escalating shame or control struggles. In this episode, we cover:

  • Early warning signs of eating disorders in kids and teens (including boys)
  • When “healthy eating” becomes rigid or concerning
  • The role of perfectionism and control
  • How diet culture shows up in family language
  • What shame sounds like inside a teen’s head
  • How to hold boundaries around health without turning food into a power struggle
  • When it’s time to seek professional help


Disordered eating behaviors are not about vanity or defiance—they’re often attempts to regulate overwhelming feelings. This conversation will help you feel more oriented, more compassionate, and clearer about your role.

Equip Health is a sponsor of "The In-Between Years."

New episodes drop every Wednesday; follow the show on Apple or Spotify so you don't miss a single one!

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]]> Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 podcast@goodinside.com (Good Inside) https://the-in-between-years.simplecast.com/episodes/when-food-starts-to-feel-scary-xSL2ofkL Eating disorders affect an estimated 30 million Americans in their lifetime. They are common. They are serious. And they are not caused by “bad parenting.”

Dr. Sheryl revisits a recent conversation between Dr. Becky and Dr. Erin Parks, Chief Clinical Officer at Equip Health, to talk about eating disorders and disordered eating in kids and teens—what the early signs look like, what’s happening emotionally underneath, and how parents can respond without escalating shame or control struggles. In this episode, we cover:

  • Early warning signs of eating disorders in kids and teens (including boys)
  • When “healthy eating” becomes rigid or concerning
  • The role of perfectionism and control
  • How diet culture shows up in family language
  • What shame sounds like inside a teen’s head
  • How to hold boundaries around health without turning food into a power struggle
  • When it’s time to seek professional help


Disordered eating behaviors are not about vanity or defiance—they’re often attempts to regulate overwhelming feelings. This conversation will help you feel more oriented, more compassionate, and clearer about your role.

Equip Health is a sponsor of "The In-Between Years."

New episodes drop every Wednesday; follow the show on Apple or Spotify so you don't miss a single one!

Follow Dr. Sheryl on Instagram: @drsherylatgoodinside

Get the Good Inside app: Good Inside Teen

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]]> When Food Starts to Feel Scary Good Inside 00:41:49 Eating disorders affect an estimated 30 million Americans in their lifetime. They are common. They are serious. And they are not caused by “bad parenting.” Dr. Sheryl revisits a recent conversation between Dr. Becky and Dr. Erin Parks, Chief Clinical Officer at Equip Health, to talk about eating disorders and disordered eating in kids and teens—what the early signs look like, what’s happening emotionally underneath, and how parents can respond without escalating shame or control struggles. Eating disorders affect an estimated 30 million Americans in their lifetime. They are common. They are serious. And they are not caused by “bad parenting.” Dr. Sheryl revisits a recent conversation between Dr. Becky and Dr. Erin Parks, Chief Clinical Officer at Equip Health, to talk about eating disorders and disordered eating in kids and teens—what the early signs look like, what’s happening emotionally underneath, and how parents can respond without escalating shame or control struggles. false full 7 bcef4761-0832-4e0e-bf8a-ac4c304fd02d My Kid Wants to Be Famous The majority of kids today say they want to be influencers. What happens when that shows up in your own home?

When your child isn’t just playing or performing… but actively trying to be seen, followed, and validated online?

In this episode, a mom of a 10-year-old shares a tension so many parents feel but don’t always say out loud:

I’m proud of her confidence… and I’m scared of what she’s chasing.

Dr. Sheryl unpacks what’s really driving this desire to be “famous,” why it makes so much sense developmentally, and how to respond without shutting your child down — or leaving them unprotected.

New episodes drop every Wednesday; follow the show on Apple or Spotify so you don't miss a single one!

Follow Dr. Sheryl on Instagram: @drsherylatgoodinside

Get the Good Inside app: Good Inside Teen

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]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 podcast@goodinside.com (Good Inside) https://the-in-between-years.simplecast.com/episodes/my-kid-wants-to-be-famous-TCISWI17 The majority of kids today say they want to be influencers. What happens when that shows up in your own home?

When your child isn’t just playing or performing… but actively trying to be seen, followed, and validated online?

In this episode, a mom of a 10-year-old shares a tension so many parents feel but don’t always say out loud:

I’m proud of her confidence… and I’m scared of what she’s chasing.

Dr. Sheryl unpacks what’s really driving this desire to be “famous,” why it makes so much sense developmentally, and how to respond without shutting your child down — or leaving them unprotected.

New episodes drop every Wednesday; follow the show on Apple or Spotify so you don't miss a single one!

Follow Dr. Sheryl on Instagram: @drsherylatgoodinside

Get the Good Inside app: Good Inside Teen

Thank you to our partners for making this episode of The In-Between Years possible! 

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]]> My Kid Wants to Be Famous Good Inside 00:38:52 The majority of kids today say they want to be influencers. What happens when that shows up in your own home? When your child isn’t just playing or performing… but actively trying to be seen, followed, and validated online? In this episode, a mom of a 10-year-old shares a tension so many parents feel but don’t always say out loud: I’m proud of her confidence… and I’m scared of what she’s chasing. Dr. Sheryl unpacks what’s really driving this desire to be “famous,” why it makes so much sense developmentally, and how to respond without shutting your child down — or leaving them unprotected. The majority of kids today say they want to be influencers. What happens when that shows up in your own home? When your child isn’t just playing or performing… but actively trying to be seen, followed, and validated online? In this episode, a mom of a 10-year-old shares a tension so many parents feel but don’t always say out loud: I’m proud of her confidence… and I’m scared of what she’s chasing. Dr. Sheryl unpacks what’s really driving this desire to be “famous,” why it makes so much sense developmentally, and how to respond without shutting your child down — or leaving them unprotected. false full 6 6dc12011-ea6b-4adb-8a95-0345f8102256 My Sweet Kid Has an Attitude Now Eye rolls. Talking back. That tone that seems to come out of nowhere.

A lot of parents hit this moment around age 9 or 10 — when their once easygoing kid suddenly feels harder to reach, harder to guide, and harder to understand.

In this episode, Dr. Sheryl talks with a mom named Anna who’s navigating this exact shift with her daughter. Alongside the attitude and pushback, her daughter is also dealing with anxiety — leaving Anna wondering:

Are these things connected? And how do I respond in a way that actually helps?

Together, they unpack what’s really going on underneath this stage — why kids start pushing back, how anxiety can show up as irritability, and why this phase isn’t a sign that something is going wrong… but that something new is developing.

You’ll walk away with a powerful reframe — and practical tools to stay steady, set boundaries, and build connection during this in-between stage.

New episodes drop every Wednesday; follow the show on Apple or Spotify so you don't miss a single one!

Follow Dr. Sheryl on Instagram: @drsherylatgoodinside

Get the Good Inside app: Good Inside Teen

Thank you to our partners for making this episode of The In-Between Years possible! 

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]]> Wed, 8 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 podcast@goodinside.com (Good Inside) https://the-in-between-years.simplecast.com/episodes/my-sweet-kid-has-an-attitude-now-ldkyUz6i Eye rolls. Talking back. That tone that seems to come out of nowhere.

A lot of parents hit this moment around age 9 or 10 — when their once easygoing kid suddenly feels harder to reach, harder to guide, and harder to understand.

In this episode, Dr. Sheryl talks with a mom named Anna who’s navigating this exact shift with her daughter. Alongside the attitude and pushback, her daughter is also dealing with anxiety — leaving Anna wondering:

Are these things connected? And how do I respond in a way that actually helps?

Together, they unpack what’s really going on underneath this stage — why kids start pushing back, how anxiety can show up as irritability, and why this phase isn’t a sign that something is going wrong… but that something new is developing.

You’ll walk away with a powerful reframe — and practical tools to stay steady, set boundaries, and build connection during this in-between stage.

New episodes drop every Wednesday; follow the show on Apple or Spotify so you don't miss a single one!

Follow Dr. Sheryl on Instagram: @drsherylatgoodinside

Get the Good Inside app: Good Inside Teen

Thank you to our partners for making this episode of The In-Between Years possible! 

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]]> My Sweet Kid Has an Attitude Now Good Inside 00:27:00 Eye rolls. Talking back. That tone that seems to come out of nowhere. A lot of parents hit this moment around age 9 or 10 — when their once easygoing kid suddenly feels harder to reach, harder to guide, and harder to understand. In this episode, Dr. Sheryl talks with a mom named Anna who’s navigating this exact shift with her daughter. Alongside the attitude and pushback, her daughter is also dealing with anxiety — leaving Anna wondering: Are these things connected? And how do I respond in a way that actually helps? Together, they unpack what’s really going on underneath this stage — why kids start pushing back, how anxiety can show up as irritability, and why this phase isn’t a sign that something is going wrong… but that something new is developing. You’ll walk away with a powerful reframe — and practical tools to stay steady, set boundaries, and build connection during this in-between stage. Eye rolls. Talking back. That tone that seems to come out of nowhere. A lot of parents hit this moment around age 9 or 10 — when their once easygoing kid suddenly feels harder to reach, harder to guide, and harder to understand. In this episode, Dr. Sheryl talks with a mom named Anna who’s navigating this exact shift with her daughter. Alongside the attitude and pushback, her daughter is also dealing with anxiety — leaving Anna wondering: Are these things connected? And how do I respond in a way that actually helps? Together, they unpack what’s really going on underneath this stage — why kids start pushing back, how anxiety can show up as irritability, and why this phase isn’t a sign that something is going wrong… but that something new is developing. You’ll walk away with a powerful reframe — and practical tools to stay steady, set boundaries, and build connection during this in-between stage. false full 5 d75abb8d-07ee-45f0-b2da-0de45046dbc8 Who Is This Kid? (When Your Tween Suddenly Changes) You finally feel like you’ve figured out your kid.

You know what works! You feel connected! Things make sense!

And then… something shifts.

Suddenly your child is making choices that don’t add up. They’re lying, cutting corners, or acting in ways that feel completely unlike them. And you’re left wondering:
Am I losing influence? Should I step in more? Or am I about to become too controlling?

In today’s episode, Dr. Sheryl sits down with a mom navigating exactly this moment with her 11-year-old son — a child who had always been “easy”… until he wasn’t.

Together, they unpack what’s really happening underneath these confusing behaviors — including:

  • Why kids this age start making choices that don’t make sense
  • How shame (not “badness”) drives more problematic behavior
  • The difference between discipline that controls vs. discipline that teaches
  • Why “good kids” can suddenly seem like they’re going off track
  • And a simple phrase that can completely change your conversations: “Help me understand”

This episode is about one of the hardest — and most important — parenting shifts:
Letting go of control, while staying deeply connected.

New episodes drop every Wednesday; follow the show on Apple or Spotify so you don't miss a single one!

Follow Dr. Sheryl on Instagram: @drsherylatgoodinside

Get the Good Inside app: Good Inside Teen

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]]> Wed, 1 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 podcast@goodinside.com (Good Inside) https://the-in-between-years.simplecast.com/episodes/who-is-this-kid-when-your-tween-suddenly-changes-ng2BeGPd You finally feel like you’ve figured out your kid.

You know what works! You feel connected! Things make sense!

And then… something shifts.

Suddenly your child is making choices that don’t add up. They’re lying, cutting corners, or acting in ways that feel completely unlike them. And you’re left wondering:
Am I losing influence? Should I step in more? Or am I about to become too controlling?

In today’s episode, Dr. Sheryl sits down with a mom navigating exactly this moment with her 11-year-old son — a child who had always been “easy”… until he wasn’t.

Together, they unpack what’s really happening underneath these confusing behaviors — including:

  • Why kids this age start making choices that don’t make sense
  • How shame (not “badness”) drives more problematic behavior
  • The difference between discipline that controls vs. discipline that teaches
  • Why “good kids” can suddenly seem like they’re going off track
  • And a simple phrase that can completely change your conversations: “Help me understand”

This episode is about one of the hardest — and most important — parenting shifts:
Letting go of control, while staying deeply connected.

New episodes drop every Wednesday; follow the show on Apple or Spotify so you don't miss a single one!

Follow Dr. Sheryl on Instagram: @drsherylatgoodinside

Get the Good Inside app: Good Inside Teen

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]]> Who Is This Kid? (When Your Tween Suddenly Changes) Good Inside 00:24:44 You finally feel like you’ve figured out your kid.You know what works! You feel connected! Things make sense! And then… something shifts. Suddenly your child is making choices that don’t add up. They’re lying, cutting corners, or acting in ways that feel completely unlike them. And you’re left wondering: Am I losing influence? Should I step in more? Or am I about to become too controlling? In today’s episode, Dr. Sheryl sits down with a mom navigating exactly this moment with her 11-year-old son — a child who had always been “easy”… until he wasn’t. You finally feel like you’ve figured out your kid.You know what works! You feel connected! Things make sense! And then… something shifts. Suddenly your child is making choices that don’t add up. They’re lying, cutting corners, or acting in ways that feel completely unlike them. And you’re left wondering: Am I losing influence? Should I step in more? Or am I about to become too controlling? In today’s episode, Dr. Sheryl sits down with a mom navigating exactly this moment with her 11-year-old son — a child who had always been “easy”… until he wasn’t. false full 4 50dded8c-fd63-489b-8a20-b0aa6daf16a8 When Your Kid Gets Stuck in the Middle of Friend Drama Friendships get more complicated around age 10 — and sometimes kids find themselves caught in the middle of dynamics they don’t know how to handle.

In this episode, Dr. Sheryl sits down with a mom named Erin, whose daughter is trying to stay close with two friends who don’t get along… and keeps getting pulled into the conflict.

Together, they unpack a question so many parents face:
How do I help my child without stepping in too much — or not enough?

You’ll hear:

  • Why kids this age often feel responsible for “fixing” friendships
  • The subtle shift from giving advice to staying connected
  • What to say (and what not to say) when your kid is in the middle
  • How to help your child set boundaries without taking over

This episode is about more than friendship drama — it’s about the moment parenting starts to change, and how to stay close while your child learns to navigate the social world on their own.

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]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 podcast@goodinside.com (Good Inside) https://the-in-between-years.simplecast.com/episodes/when-your-kid-gets-stuck-in-middle-xtdK9Idf Friendships get more complicated around age 10 — and sometimes kids find themselves caught in the middle of dynamics they don’t know how to handle.

In this episode, Dr. Sheryl sits down with a mom named Erin, whose daughter is trying to stay close with two friends who don’t get along… and keeps getting pulled into the conflict.

Together, they unpack a question so many parents face:
How do I help my child without stepping in too much — or not enough?

You’ll hear:

  • Why kids this age often feel responsible for “fixing” friendships
  • The subtle shift from giving advice to staying connected
  • What to say (and what not to say) when your kid is in the middle
  • How to help your child set boundaries without taking over

This episode is about more than friendship drama — it’s about the moment parenting starts to change, and how to stay close while your child learns to navigate the social world on their own.

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]]> When Your Kid Gets Stuck in the Middle of Friend Drama Good Inside 00:33:03 Friendships get more complicated around age 10 — and sometimes kids find themselves caught in the middle of dynamics they don’t know how to handle. In this episode, Dr. Sheryl sits down with a mom named Erin, whose daughter is trying to stay close with two friends who don’t get along… and keeps getting pulled into the conflict. Together, they unpack a question so many parents face:How do I help my child without stepping in too much — or not enough? Friendships get more complicated around age 10 — and sometimes kids find themselves caught in the middle of dynamics they don’t know how to handle. In this episode, Dr. Sheryl sits down with a mom named Erin, whose daughter is trying to stay close with two friends who don’t get along… and keeps getting pulled into the conflict. Together, they unpack a question so many parents face:How do I help my child without stepping in too much — or not enough? false full 3 c909c925-77bf-4d59-815f-08ac1c126d96 Your Kid Will Use AI. Here’s What Matters More. AI is moving fast. Faster than most parents can keep up with.And that’s exactly what scares Carolyn — a mom of two kids who knows technology is coming into her daughter’s life soon, but has no idea how to prepare for something that keeps changing.In this episode, Dr. Sheryl helps reframe the entire problem. Together they explore:

  • Why AI fears are really fears about kids growing up
  • The biggest mistake parents make when talking about new technology
  • How to introduce AI to younger kids without making it “forbidden fruit”
  • What to say when kids start asking bots for advice instead of adults
  • How curiosity — not expertise — protects your relationship

If you’ve ever thought “How am I supposed to guide my kids through something I barely understand?” — this conversation will change how you think about it.

New episodes drop every Wednesday; follow the show on Apple or Spotify so you don't miss a single one!

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]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 podcast@goodinside.com (Good Inside) https://the-in-between-years.simplecast.com/episodes/your-kid-will-use-ai-heres-what-matters-more-QNEGfNsL AI is moving fast. Faster than most parents can keep up with.And that’s exactly what scares Carolyn — a mom of two kids who knows technology is coming into her daughter’s life soon, but has no idea how to prepare for something that keeps changing.In this episode, Dr. Sheryl helps reframe the entire problem. Together they explore:

  • Why AI fears are really fears about kids growing up
  • The biggest mistake parents make when talking about new technology
  • How to introduce AI to younger kids without making it “forbidden fruit”
  • What to say when kids start asking bots for advice instead of adults
  • How curiosity — not expertise — protects your relationship

If you’ve ever thought “How am I supposed to guide my kids through something I barely understand?” — this conversation will change how you think about it.

New episodes drop every Wednesday; follow the show on Apple or Spotify so you don't miss a single one!

Follow Dr. Sheryl on Instagram: @drsherylatgoodinside

Get the Good Inside app: Good Inside Teen

Thank you to our partners for making this episode of The In-Between Years possible! 

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]]> Your Kid Will Use AI. Here’s What Matters More. Good Inside 00:29:18 AI is moving fast. Faster than most parents can keep up with.And that’s exactly what scares Carolyn — a mom of two kids who knows technology is coming into her daughter’s life soon, but has no idea how to prepare for something that keeps changing.In this episode, Dr. Sheryl helps reframe the entire problem. AI is moving fast. Faster than most parents can keep up with.And that’s exactly what scares Carolyn — a mom of two kids who knows technology is coming into her daughter’s life soon, but has no idea how to prepare for something that keeps changing.In this episode, Dr. Sheryl helps reframe the entire problem. false full 2 f3c0dbb1-8a5c-4be8-bf11-bd9e407ef51c The Parenting Shift Nobody Prepares You For (Introducing The In-Between Years) This episode marks the launch of Good Inside’s new podcast, The In-Between Years with Dr. Sheryl — a show about raising tweens and teens.

To kick things off, Dr. Becky sits down with the show’s host, clinical psychologist Dr. Sheryl Ziegler, to talk about the parenting shift that catches so many families off guard when kids enter the tween years.

One day your child wants you for everything. The next, they’re shutting their bedroom door, wearing AirPods, and suddenly the strategies that used to work… don’t. In this conversation, Becky and Sheryl unpack what’s actually happening during this stage — and why it can feel so destabilizing for parents.

They explore:
- why tweens start pulling away
- the parenting role shift that many parents struggle with
- the difference between pursuing your kid and becoming a steady anchor
- how to stay connected when your child seems more distant
- and why this stage isn’t a rupture in your relationship, but a transition

New episodes of The In-Between Years with Dr. Sheryl — will drop every Wednesday, exploring the emotional, social, and developmental realities of raising tweens and teens.

Because your kid doesn’t need you less.
They just need you differently.

Follow Dr. Sheryl on IG: @DrSherylatGoodInside

Let us know what you think! podcast@goodinside.com 

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]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 podcast@goodinside.com (Good Inside) https://the-in-between-years.simplecast.com/episodes/the-parenting-shift-nobody-prepares-you-for-k7t1Yb1F This episode marks the launch of Good Inside’s new podcast, The In-Between Years with Dr. Sheryl — a show about raising tweens and teens.

To kick things off, Dr. Becky sits down with the show’s host, clinical psychologist Dr. Sheryl Ziegler, to talk about the parenting shift that catches so many families off guard when kids enter the tween years.

One day your child wants you for everything. The next, they’re shutting their bedroom door, wearing AirPods, and suddenly the strategies that used to work… don’t. In this conversation, Becky and Sheryl unpack what’s actually happening during this stage — and why it can feel so destabilizing for parents.

They explore:
- why tweens start pulling away
- the parenting role shift that many parents struggle with
- the difference between pursuing your kid and becoming a steady anchor
- how to stay connected when your child seems more distant
- and why this stage isn’t a rupture in your relationship, but a transition

New episodes of The In-Between Years with Dr. Sheryl — will drop every Wednesday, exploring the emotional, social, and developmental realities of raising tweens and teens.

Because your kid doesn’t need you less.
They just need you differently.

Follow Dr. Sheryl on IG: @DrSherylatGoodInside

Let us know what you think! podcast@goodinside.com 

Follow Dr. Sheryl on Instagram

Learn more about Good Inside


Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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