About Dr. Heather
I've been buying diapers since 2001!
I’m a licensed psychologist with a specialty in the development of babies, toddlers, preschoolers and parents. I’m also married to a shrink, and we have four young children. I’m the sole writer and producer of BabyShrink.
This site was “born” out of the need for information on how to be a Good-Enough Parent. Much of the popular parenting media today gives us strong messages about the “right” and “wrong” of parenting decisions, without taking into account our own unique kids, and our own parenting styles. Indeed, much of the parenting advice available today doesn’t even take into consideration what we know about infant and child development, and makes contradictory statements about what the “research” supposedly reveals. It’s no wonder that parents feel confused and worried that they’re making the wrong decisions! I’m a psychologist, and I struggle with being a confident parent. But I’ve learned a lot over the years, and I love to help make things easier for other parents like you. No “sanctimommy” judgments here — I promise.
Our Latest Addition
My recent projects include:
Learning Care Group — I’m the “Resident Expert” on family and child development for a company serving 100,000 young children through over 1,000 schools. I’m also a regular contributor to their “Learning Together” blog. I provide subject matter expertise, participate in Thought Leadership strategy sessions, and appear as an on-camera expert for LCG videos (posted here on the BabyShrink home page).
Parents.com – A member of the Experts Advisory Panel, regularly answering reader questions.
Nick Jr.’s ParentsConnect.com – Brain Builders Boot Camp — I wrote daily parenting tips for the month of April, 2011 in a program sponsored by Learning Care Group.
Here in Hawaii, my husband and I co-own a healthcare management company. I provide scientific and technical writing, proposal development, management, and social media expertise. I’m interested in using social-media-savvy to help the public understand complex — but important — scientific subjects. I provide child development and parenting expertise to national groups and organizations. I’m also active in The American Psychological Association and enjoy giving presentations to my colleagues.
COMMON SENSE DISCLAIMER
I do answer readers’ questions at BabyShrink. But please know that I only offer support and educational information on the site. BabyShrink is not meant as an alternative to your own healthcare provider, and I do not provide psychological evaluations, treatment or advice at BabyShrink. I also cannot answer all questions immediately. Contact emergency services if you have an urgent health or psychological need. Please consult your healthcare provider for specific advice about the healthcare needs of your family.
CONTACT
For expert quotes, social media inquiries, writing assignments, parent coaching, or other media requests, please email me here: BabyShrink@gmail.com
Aloha,
Dr. Heather
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