Good Inside with Dr. Becky

Dr. Becky Kennedy is a clinical psychologist, mother of three, and probably the most trusted voice in modern parenting right now. Good Inside has become a phenomenon, pulling in over 4,300 ratings at a 4.8-star average -- numbers that most parenting podcasts can only dream about. Her approach centers on one powerful idea: your kid isn't giving you a hard time, they're having a hard time. Episodes run 20 to 50 minutes and land weekly. The format alternates between solo teaching episodes where Dr. Becky breaks down a specific challenge (tantrums, sibling rivalry, screen time battles) and conversations with notable guests -- neuroscientists, Olympic athletes, leadership experts. She recently sat down with gymnast Jordan Chiles for a conversation about resilience that went well beyond parenting. What makes this show essential for first-time moms is Dr. Becky's gift for translating child psychology into actual scripts you can use at bedtime or in the middle of a grocery store meltdown. She talks a lot about helping parents "get more comfortable in discomfort," which sounds simple but completely reframes how you handle the hard moments. Her episodes on deeply feeling kids and emotion regulation are particularly standout. The production quality is polished, the advice is research-backed, and she manages to be warm without being condescending. If you're a new mom trying to figure out your parenting philosophy before the toddler years hit, this is the podcast that will shape how you think about discipline, connection, and your own triggers.