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The Behavior Blueprint with Mandy Grass

by Mandy Grass

Ever wonder why parenting advice sounds great on Instagram but completely falls apart by bedtime? The Behavior Blueprint: Real Talk for Real Families is a podcast for parents who want to understand what’s really driving their child’s behavior, and what actually helps.Hosted by Mandy Grass, a board-certified behavior analyst, parent coach, former teacher, mom of three, and blended mom of seven, the show breaks down behavior through a science-backed, real-life lens. Each episode explores the function behind behavior and the patterns that keep families stuck, without blame, shame, or oversimplified advice.Through a mix of Mandy’s solo episodes, honest reflections from her own parenting life, and unscripted coaching conversations with influencers, mom-founders, and everyday families, listeners gain practical tools they can use immediately—at home, at school, and at bedtime.This isn’t about fixing kids or chasing perfection. It’s about understanding behavior, building realistic plans, and helping families create calmer, more connected homes, one small shift at a time.

Latest episodes

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How to Correct Your Child Without Crushing Their Confidence

Did you know that by age twelve, a child with ADHD may receive roughly 20,000 more negative or corrective comments than their neurotypical peers? On this episode, Mandy g

Sep 29
31 min

Live Coaching: How to Handle ADHD Mornings, Blended Family Custody Transitions, and Sibling Conflict

On this episode, Mandy welcomes Elizabeth, a mom of three, for a live coaching session to troubleshoot her blended family's chaotic mornings and sibling dynamics. Elizabe

Sep 22
35 min

How to Build ADHD Systems Your Kids Will Actually Use

As Mandy continues this month's focus on ADHD, on this episode, she brings back her favorite resident expert, her daughter Lola! Lola recently received a diagnosis of a S

Sep 15
31 min

How to Build Executive Functioning Skills in Kids with ADHD

Kicking off September's ADHD series, Mandy tackles the frustrating reality of raising kids who constantly lose their planners, forget their soccer cleats, and procrastina

Sep 8
38 min

How to Stop the Picky Eating Power Struggle

If you are exhausted from operating the "Clean Plate Club," acting as a short order cook, or having massive meltdowns over a grilled cheese sandwich, this episode is for

Sep 1
27 min

Back to School: How to Teach Tech Responsibility and Reset Screen Time Rules

Did the lazy days of summer turn your kids into screen obsessed zombies? On this episode, Mandy gets honest about how technology completely got away from her blended fami

Aug 25
34 min

Back to School: How to Use "Chaining" to Fix Your Chaotic Morning Routine

Are you dreading the morning chaos of repeating "get your shoes on" 14 times before you've even finished your coffee? In part two of her back-to-school series, Mandy tack

Aug 18
33 min

A Back to School Blueprint: Scaffolding Routines Across Every Age Group

Are you trying to squeeze the last drop of fun out of summer, but secretly dreading the chaos of the back-to-school transition? On this episode, Mandy lays out her compre

Aug 11
33 min

The Divorce Episode: The Letter, The Breaking Point, and Finding an Equal Partner

On this episode, Mandy takes a left turn from her usual behavior and parenting content to get incredibly vulnerable about a highly requested topic: her divorce. Without h

Aug 4
36 min

Speaking Up and People Pleasing: Emotional Regulation From a Kid’s Perspective

On this episode, Mandy wraps up July’s emotional regulation series with two very special guests: her daughters, Lola and Parker. This midsummer check-in dives into the re

Jul 28
25 min

Emotional Regulation and Generational Parenting: Unlearning the "Shouty" House

This week, Mandy is joined by her sister, Tiff, for an honest conversation about emotional regulation and generational parenting. Tiff brings a grounded perspective from

Jul 21
40 min

Emotional Regulation Part 2: Piling On, Pool Floats, and Practicing the Pause

In part two of our emotional regulation series, Mandy shares more real life parenting stories that prove it takes more than just taking deep breaths and maintaining perfe

Jul 14
28 min

Why Good Parents Lose Their Minds: A Blueprint for Parent Emotional Regulation

If you are looking for an expert to simply tell you to "take a deep breath" and never yell at your kids, this is not the podcast for you. In this highly relatable episode

Jul 7
31 min

Mom Brain, Anxiety, and Shared Journals with Julia Dzafic aka The Medicated Millennial Mom

On this episode, Mandy sits down with Julia Dzafic, the creator behind Lemon Stripes and The Medicated Millennial Mom. Julia opens up about her journey as a content creat

Jun 30
28 min

Teens, Screens, and Dropping the Rope: How to Build Motivation When They Just Don't Care

Are you constantly nagging your teen to get out of bed or take out the garbage? On our next summer series epiosde, Mandy dives deep into the teenage brain to explain why

Jun 23
27 min

Father's Day Episode: Asking Three Dads Your Questions on Pressure, Presence, and Parenting

In this very special Father's Day edition of the show, Mandy steps aside to hand the microphone to three incredible, heavily involved dads from her inner circle. Joining

Jun 16
41 min

The Summer Contract: Managing Chores, Screen Time, and Summer Chaos

Are you dreading the constant summer chorus of "I'm bored," "You never told me I had to do that," and endless screen time negotiations? You aren't alone. We all know how

Jun 9
30 min

The Summer Transition: Surviving May and June So You Can Actually Enjoy July and August

Does it feel like May and June are somehow more exhausting than December? The end of the school year can be a nightmare for parents, but before you throw your hands up an

Jun 2
21 min

The Modern-Day Brady Bunch: Parenting Styles and Teamwork in a Blended Family with Seven Kids

If you think managing one or two kids is chaotic, imagine blending a family with seven children, two giant dogs, and up to 14 extracurricular activities! In this special

May 26
38 min

How We do It: The Shared Journal and the Five-Minute Rule

If you have ever listened to the show or seen one of Mandy's reels and thought, "does she actually do this in her own house?", this episode is for you! Mandy and two of h

May 19
30 min

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#65 ▲ 3 Parenting US

What listeners say

A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.

I love Mandy’s content and all of practical tips she shares. Life with 3 kids is crazy and hectic and parenting advice from someone who is living it now, in the moment is so helpful!

JSpring5 · Sep 2026

I really enjoy the content and as a child psychologist, I give it an A+. I do think that the content is a bit rushed through - there is a ton of good information? The info just comes rapid-fire and many families need it presented more slowly, broken down into parts more, and with more specific examples. I think fewer skills per episode or a longer episode (with a visual to accompany it maybe?) would be more effective!

Justideastoconsider · Aug 2026

This has helped me focus on how to change/mold behaviors in the kid I have instead of trying to change my kid. I am also starting to understand the why behind the behaviors in my ADHD kiddo.

JKrausse · Aug 2026

I’ve listened to exactly one episode. My child has ADHD and I’ve noticed a lot of my own trauma come out of me as an adult that stems from my childhood. This is something I am trying to work on without guidance. I research a lot and test new methods out a lot but I also screw up a lot. I scream when over stimulated and this podcasts reminds me this is real. It is not okay but we are working on doing better. It’s given me some ideas and also showed me I have implemented some that are currently working. Will definitely continue listening because I have a lot to learn.

The Trying Parent · Jul 2026

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