Trust Your Gut as a Parent: When to Follow (or Question) Professional Advice
Wed Jan 28 2026
Originally recorded on December 9, 2025
As parents, we’re constantly surrounded by advice—whether from pediatricians, teachers, therapists, or social media “experts.” But what happens when all that input leaves you feeling confused or conflicted? In this insightful and empowering conversation, Peace At Home Parenting founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW, is joined by educator and curriculum advisor Aaron Weintraub, MS.
Together, they explore how to find the right balance between listening to your instincts and considering professional recommendations—especially when the stakes feel high. This episode offers support for parents navigating uncertainty in areas like mental health, neurodiversity, and school-related concerns.
You’ll learn:How to recognize when your parenting instincts should take the leadWhen professional advice may not align with your child’s needsReal-life examples of navigating conflicting input with confidenceTools to ask better questions, advocate effectively, and trust your judgmentThis is one of many expert-led conversations from our vault that we’re sharing to make vital parenting guidance more accessible—especially in the moments that leave you second-guessing.
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Originally recorded on December 9, 2025 As parents, we’re constantly surrounded by advice—whether from pediatricians, teachers, therapists, or social media “experts.” But what happens when all that input leaves you feeling confused or conflicted? In this insightful and empowering conversation, Peace At Home Parenting founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW, is joined by educator and curriculum advisor Aaron Weintraub, MS. Together, they explore how to find the right balance between listening to your instincts and considering professional recommendations—especially when the stakes feel high. This episode offers support for parents navigating uncertainty in areas like mental health, neurodiversity, and school-related concerns. You’ll learn:How to recognize when your parenting instincts should take the leadWhen professional advice may not align with your child’s needsReal-life examples of navigating conflicting input with confidenceTools to ask better questions, advocate effectively, and trust your judgmentThis is one of many expert-led conversations from our vault that we’re sharing to make vital parenting guidance more accessible—especially in the moments that leave you second-guessing. 👪 About Peace At Home Parenting We’re a team of 40+ parenting experts in child development, mental health, and education. Our mission is to help families strengthen connections and create more peace at home. Start here: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/getting-started/ 🛠️ What we offer: Quick Video SolutionsLive Classes with Experts1:1 Parent CoachingFull Access Parenting Subscriptions 💼 Productivity at Work Begins with Peace at Home Support working parents and boost employee wellbeing. Our corporate programs reduce stress, improve work-life balance, and increase retention. Learn more: https://peaceathomeparenting.com/corporate/ 📲 Follow + Connect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeaceAtHomeParenting Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peaceathomeparentingsolutions/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@peaceathomeparenting/videos LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peaceathomeparenting/ Questions? Email us at solutions@peaceathomeparenting.com