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The Breakdown with Bethany

The Breakdown with Bethany

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 Parenting expert Bethany Braun-Silva interviews your favorite celebrity moms, reality TV stars, and parenting gurus on this fresh and fun interview show.

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  • Demi-Leigh Tebow on Expecting a Baby Girl, Honoring Her South African Roots, and the Dalmatian Who Inspired It All

    Demi-Leigh Tebow on Expecting a Baby Girl, Honoring Her South African Roots, and the Dalmatian Who Inspired It All
    Jun 5 2025

    On this episode of The Breakdown with Bethany, I’m joined by Demi-Leigh Tebow—former Miss Universe, entrepreneur, soon-to-be mom, and now, children’s book author. Demi is currently expecting her first child, a baby girl, and she’s channeling her excitement for motherhood into her newest creative project.

    At the heart of it all? Her beloved Dalmatian, Paris—whom she lovingly calls their “little princess” and who just so happens to be the star of Demi’s debut children’s book. Set against the stunning backdrop of a South African safari, the story celebrates the beauty and wonder of Demi’s home country—something she’s come to appreciate even more deeply since moving to Florida with her husband, Tim Tebow.

    We chat about what it means to carry your roots into the next chapter of life, the unexpected lessons pets can teach us, and how becoming a mom is already shaping the way Demi sees the world.

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    18 mins
  • Myriam Sandler on Designing Joyful, Stress-Free Spaces That Inspire Independent Play

    Myriam Sandler on Designing Joyful, Stress-Free Spaces That Inspire Independent Play
    May 15 2025

    On the latest episode of The Breakdown with Bethany, parenting meets design in the most practical—and playful—way possible. Host Bethany Braun-Silva sits down with Myriam Sandler, play and design expert, founder of the massively popular Mothercould platform, and author of the upcoming book PLAYFUL BY DESIGN: Your Stress-Free Guide to Raising Confident, Creative Kids through Independent Play (out May 13, 2025). With over 2.8 million followers and more than 11 billion video views, Sandler has become a go-to voice for parents looking to ditch the chaos and create purposeful, kid-friendly environments at home.


    In this thoughtful and inspiring conversation, Myriam breaks down the psychology behind independent play, shares tested tips for setting up spaces that actually work, and offers practical strategies for parents to reclaim time, reduce stress, and foster creativity in their kids. Whether you're parenting toddlers or tweens, this episode offers a masterclass in how to make your home—and your family life—a little more intentional, a lot more joyful, and definitely more playful by design.

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    21 mins
  • Sarah Michelle Gellar on Family Rituals, Food Fights, and the Power of Trying Again

    Sarah Michelle Gellar on Family Rituals, Food Fights, and the Power of Trying Again
    May 8 2025
    In this episode of The Breakdown with Bethany, Sarah Michelle Gellar gets real about the rhythms of parenting, the importance of family dinners, and the surprisingly emotional journey of getting her daughter to like artichokes. The millennial icon and mother of two shares how carving out unhurried moments—like sitting around the dinner table—creates space for meaningful conversations and lifelong habits. “You don’t get to try something once and then decide you don’t like it,” she says, recounting how her daughter kept giving artichokes another shot until—years later—they finally stuck. It’s a fitting metaphor from a woman who’s known for fighting demons on screen but now offers wisdom about patience, presence, and parenting off-screen. And yes, she graciously answers one question about Buffy.

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    10 mins
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