“Fat.” When we hear this word coming out of our kids’ mouths, it can often stop us in our tracks. If your child says to you, “Mom, am I Fat?” or “Dad, I feel fat today,” just know that you are not alone. It’s also okay if you don’t know what to say in response.

“But what if I fail?” It’s a common question asked when faced with a challenge or an experience that will undoubtedly be evaluated. After all, failure might lead to uncomfortable feelings of embarrassment, disappointment, guilt, or shame.

Dr. Kohlhase shares that not every focus or attention struggle is ADHD. Uncover the nuances behind attention and focus difficulties. Learn why many people self-diagnose ADHD and what other emotional health issues may be at play, from anxiety to developmental trauma.

Laurie Robinson-Sammons has spent 50 years in the education field as a teacher, curriculum specialist, and adjunct university professor of education. In this episode, Laurie spends time helping parents understand and talk about sexual abuse and exploitation.

Steph is the mother of two teenage daughters, now 15 and 17. Kaitlyn has struggled off and on with depression and anxiety since the summer before starting 6th grade. This will focus on the most recent bout fall of 2021 – spring 2022.

For those who struggle with body and eating issues as adults, it’s never too late to shift our mindset and habits, and it will help not only us, but the girls in our lives, lead healthier and happier lives.

As a mental health professional, I am often asked how to manage changes occurring within the family system that are impacting kids.  Although there are a wide variety of changes that can occur (e.g., parental divorce or separation, a move, the birth or adoption of a new sibling) as well as many other things, there are a few tips that are consistently helpful in almost any situation involving change.

Dr. Erin Haugen is a Licensed Psychologist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant. She is joining us again for an episode covering growth mindset and tools to help your teen adopt this mindset when it comes to extracurricular activities.

Dr. Ender Raghib is a Pediatrician and the owner of Pinnacle Health Care. In this episode, Ender covers the topic of technology use in families.

Melissa Dahl is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor at Mindful Healing & Consulting. In this episode, Melissa covers the topic of suicide.

The Weinmann Family episode includes four Weinmann family members. Kaaryn is an Elementary School teacher who is mentoring for her third year with BIO Girls. She’s joined by her three daughters.

Dr. Stephanie Hanson is a Pediatrician. In this episode, Dr. Hanson covers the state of mental health in girls in North Dakota and what she sees in her line of work, how she discovered BIO Girls, and her personal experience with the program.

Dr. Erin Haugen is a Licensed Psychologist and Certified Mental Performance Consultant.  In this episode, Erin covers the topic of high-achieving girls, with tangible takeaways for parents on how to support them.

Jennifer is a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and Certified Nurse Midwife at Essentia Health.  In this episode, Jen covers the many connections between nutrition and mental health and shares tips for parents, families, and individuals alike. 

Amanda is a Mental Health Therapist.  In this episode, Amanda covers the mind-body connection and outlines ways to help motivate kids to exercise.

Mental health is just as important as physical health, and the two are actually closely linked. Read about three important strategies to remember when talking to your child about mental health, as well as examples of thoughtful questions to begin conversations.

At BIO Girls, we believe in the importance of having a growth mindset. We teach girls that failure is a gift, one that doesn’t define you. Parents can encourage the development of a growth mindset! See how in the blog.

BIO Girls Director of Programming and Research, Dr. Beth Salafia, Ph.D. was featured on Eating Recover Academy Ep. 21: Let’s Talk About Body Image, Barbie, And More. In this episode, Dr. Salafia covers the impact of body image on eating disorders, improving body image issues, social media, and research on the impact of Barbie.

Have you ever found yourself stuck in a pattern of negativity, and it feels nearly impossible to get out of it? There’s a good biological reason for this. Licensed Therapist, Christina Smestad, MS, LMFT, gives practical advice on how to practice positivity for you and your kiddo. Read Christina’s 5 tips that you can implement today!

“Mealtime is so stressful. She just won’t eat!” Sanford Pediatrician, Dr. Becca Bakke, answers one of the most common questions asked at well-child visits: how do I navigate my child’s picky eating? Read Dr. Bakke’s 8 tips to raising an adventurous eater.