At Curious Neuron, we often receive questions about our content, articles, podcast, Reflective Parent Club, and our mission in general. Below, you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions we get.
Frequently asked questions
General
What exactly do you offer? Is this parenting tips or advice?
Curious Neuron is parent-centered, but we are not just another parenting advice hub. Our focus is on emotion regulation skills for both you and your child.
We offer two main components:
Learn: Our articles and podcasts, based on the latest research, help you understand how to support your child’s emotions. This leads to fewer behavioral challenges in children.
Practice: The Reflective Parent Club provides an online program, weekly meetings, and additional tools to help parents implement what they learn.
Learn more about our approach
Discover the Reflective Parent Club
What exactly do you offer? Is this parenting tips or advice?
Curious Neuron is parent-centered, but we are not just another parenting advice hub. Our focus is on emotion regulation skills for both you and your child.
We offer two main components:
Learn: Our articles and podcasts, based on the latest research, help you understand how to support your child’s emotions. This leads to fewer behavioral challenges in children.
Practice: The Reflective Parent Club provides an online program, weekly meetings, and additional tools to help parents implement what they learn.
Learn more about our approach
Discover the Reflective Parent Club
What makes you different from other platforms designed to help parents and children?
We focus on parents first because a parent’s well-being directly impacts their child’s well-being. What further sets us apart? Our focus on science and psychology research.
What further sets us apart? Our focus on science and psychology research.
We help parents:
- Understand how their brain and nervous system shape emotions and responses
- Develop self-awareness and coping strategies to manage stress and parenting challenges effectively
By prioritizing parents’ emotional well-being, we create a foundation for healthier, more resilient parents and families.
What are emotion regulation skills, and how do I know if I need to work on them?
“Emotion regulation” refers to a person’s ability to effectively manage and respond to emotions in different situations.
If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, reacting impulsively, or struggling to stay calm in stressful parenting moments, you may benefit from strengthening these skills.
Is Curious Neuron based on positive or gentle parenting?
We are grounded in research and support authoritative parenting—a balance of warmth, sensitivity, boundaries, and limits.
We believe there’s a misconception about positive parenting, which has sometimes led to permissive parenting (lack of boundaries).
Research shows that permissive parenting can increase stress, burnout, and mental health challenges in both parents and children.
Our approach helps parents:
- Recognize their own needs and instincts rather than following rigid parenting formulas
- Build self-awareness and emotional regulation skills
- Teach these skills to their children for a healthier parent-child dynamic
I have a 3-month-old baby. Is it too early to start learning from Curious Neuron?
Not at all!
Curious Neuron focuses on supporting parents first, knowing that managing stress and emotions is essential from day one.
Whether your child is 3 months or 13 years old, our content can help you navigate parenting challenges by addressing your own emotional triggers.
Is Curious Neuron just for moms? Does your approach and content support all parents and caregivers?
Curious Neuron is for all parents and caregivers—moms, dads, and anyone responsible for a child’s well-being.
Our expert contributors include specialists who focus on both moms and dads, as well as same-sex parents and the unique challenges they may face.
We also collaborate with organizations, non-profits, and partners to ensure that we continue to address diverse parenting needs, respect different cultural parenting styles, and remain sensitive to various approaches to discipline and caregiving.
Everyone is welcome—if you’re caring for a child, you matter to us.
What does CRM mean?
CRM stands for Content Relationship Management. Using a CRM platform gives everyone involved in your business a way to manage customer interactions to increase growth.
Is it really free to start?
Yes! You can opt to stay within the free tier for as long as you want to. It’s a great way to get a feel for the platform before deciding to upgrade to take advantage of the more advanced features.
Can I import data?
Yes! Getting your existing data in is easy. Simply export your existing customers to a .csv file and import them within a couple of clicks.
Articles & Podcast
Are your articles and content fact-checked?
Yes!
Every article is based on peer-reviewed research publications that we highlight and summarize for you. Our process:
- Research-based articles are written by our trained team members or invited guest experts including clinicians, researchers, or thought leaders in parental well-being.
- Every piece is reviewed and fact-checked by our editor and founder, Dr. Cindy Hovington, Ph.D., a neuroscientist.
This rigorous process ensures that the content we share is accurate, science-backed, and trustworthy.
You can read our latest articles here
Can I bookmark articles or podcast episodes?
Yes! We know you are busy, so we’ve made it easy for you to save articles when you create a free login on our website.
For podcasts, you can save episodes directly from the podcast app you’re using.
Where can I listen to your podcast?
The Curious Neuron Podcast is available on all major podcast platforms, including:
- Apple Podcasts
- Spotify
- Audible
- And more!
Visit our podcast page for more information
What does CRM mean?
CRM stands for Content Relationship Management. Using a CRM platform gives everyone involved in your business a way to manage customer interactions to increase growth.
Is it really free to start?
Yes! You can opt to stay within the free tier for as long as you want to. It’s a great way to get a feel for the platform before deciding to upgrade to take advantage of the more advanced features.
Can I import data?
Yes! Getting your existing data in is easy. Simply export your existing customers to a .csv file and import them within a couple of clicks.
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