Welcome to Raised Resilient with Dr. Hilary — empowering support for parents of sensitive kids with big emotions.

Parenting is the hardest job we’ll ever do. And parenting a sensitive child who’s struggling can feel like an endless emotional marathon.

But what if raising your sensitive kid with big emotions could actually feel GOOD? Enter Raised Resilient with Dr. Hilary — the parenting podcast I wish I’d had as a first-time mama!

This podcast exists to support you as you parent your highly sensitive child — start at the beginning, or search below for the episode that’s most relevant for you right now!

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Why Gentle Parenting Isn’t Working for Your Sensitive Child

(& 3 Shifts to Help You Parent More Effectively!)

Gentle parenting is often imagined as staying calm, speaking softly, and always keeping our cool—but that version of it just doesn’t work for highly sensitive kids. In fact, if you’ve ever tried to white-knuckle your way through frustration, you know it doesn’t help.

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Rethinking Child Therapy: 5 Reasons Why It May Not Be the Best Approach for Sensitive Kids

Have you ever considered therapy for your sensitive child, hoping it might be the key to managing their meltdowns and learning to regulate their big emotions? If so, this episode offers 5 compelling reasons to reconsider this intervention — from a play therapist & parenting specialist.

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“You’re the Worst Mommy Ever!”: Navigating Children’s Mad Feelings

Anger is one of the trickiest emotions we deal with as parents. When our kids are angry – especially at us – it can be SO tough to stay calm and regulated and to respond in a way that feels good!

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134. 5 Sneaky Ways You’re Still Trying to “Fix” Your Highly Sensitive Child’s Feelings (Without Even Realizing It!)

It’s easy to slip into “fix-it” mode when our kids are feeling big emotions—especially when those emotions feel overwhelming or inconvenient. But even with the best intentions, we might be sending messages that emotions aren’t safe or welcome. In this podcast episode, we’re exploring the subtle ways we try to fix our kids’ feelings (often without even realizing it), why that’s especially important to notice with highly sensitive children, and how we can begin to shift toward true emotional acceptance and connection.

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Parenting Reflections: What It Looks Like in Real Life to Co-Regulate Through Big Emotions (Hint: It's Not Always Simple or Pretty, and You're Still Doing a Great Job!)

Ever been in one of those moments where your sensitive child is falling apart—and all you can do is sit in the mess with them? This podcast episode is for you. We’re digging into what it really looks like to co-regulate when your child is overwhelmed, throwing out words like “go away,” but deep down just needs you close. You’ll hear a raw moment from my own parenting this week and walk away with simple, grounded ways to support your child through their biggest emotions—without needing to fix or rush anything.

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133. When Someone in the Family Is Struggling—Here’s How to Talk to Your Highly Sensitive Child About Hard Dynamics (Without Shame or Blame)

When someone in the family is struggling—or suddenly no longer part of your child’s world—it can feel impossible to know what to say. But for highly sensitive kids, silence can feel confusing and even unsafe. In this podcast episode, I’m talking about how to approach tough family dynamics with honesty, compassion, and just the right amount of information to help your sensitive child feel grounded and secure—without placing blame or speaking negatively about anyone, and always with their emotional safety in mind.

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Parenting Reflections: The Toughest Parenting Moment I’ve Faced in a Long Time—What Went Right, What I Did Wrong, & How I Moved Forward With My Highly Sensitive Child

Some parenting moments push us to our limits—and sometimes, they turn into the biggest breakthroughs. In this podcast episode, I’m sharing one of the hardest moments I’ve had in a long time, when my oldest, struggling with the transition to middle school, had a huge emotional explosion right at dinnertime. I didn’t handle it perfectly, but what happened next changed everything. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re getting it right, this episode will remind you that even the messiest moments can lead to deeper connection.

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132. Has Your Sensitive Child Been Diagnosed with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)? Here's Why I Don't Believe in That Diagnosis (& What’s Really Going on With “Defiant” Kids)

ODD is one of those diagnoses that can leave parents feeling overwhelmed, judged, or even hopeless—but what if there’s more to the story? In this podcast episode, I’m breaking down what’s really going on with kids who show these behaviors, especially highly sensitive children who seem to check every box. Instead of labeling them as defiant, we’re looking at a more compassionate, effective way to understand and support them. If you’ve ever wondered whether ODD is the right diagnosis—or if there’s a better way forward—you won’t want to miss this conversation.

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Parenting Reflections: Kate's Transformation: From Overwhelmed, Co-Parenting Single Mom Facing Daily 90-Minute Meltdowns to a Calm, Confident Parent of a Highly Sensitive Child

When parenting feels overwhelming, it’s easy to believe things will never get easier. That’s exactly where Kate was—exhausted, stuck in daily 90-minute meltdowns with her highly sensitive daughter, and desperate for a change. In this podcast episode, she shares how she shifted from constant frustration to feeling confident and calm, the powerful choice she made to invest in support, and how that decision transformed everything. If you’ve ever wondered whether things can truly get better, Kate’s story will remind you that real change is possible—and within reach.

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