Real Life Parents: Mark-Paul Gosselaar and Catriona Gosselaar

In this honest and revealing episode, Donna is joined by two working parents of a beautiful blended family, Mark Paul Gosselaar and his wife Catriona. Mark-Paul has been a model and working actor since the age of five and you know him from the iconic TV show Saved By The Bell and more recently on ABC’s Mixed-Ish. Catriona Gosselaar is an advertising executive and together they have two gorgeous children, Dekker who’s in kindergarten and their younger daughter, Lachlyn. Mark-Paul reveals how production of the reboot of “Saved By The Bell” came to a halt when COVID-19 broke out and sent most of the country into quarantine. Mark-Paul and Cat discuss the many challenges that face them under COVID-19 stay at home orders, including homeschooling. We get a glimpse into the life of this amazing duo and how they juggle and tag team as parents and still are able to maintain their sanity through fitness and using exercise as their own personal time and a healthy break from it all. Together Donna, Mark-Paul and Cat discuss some of the anxieties children might be facing with the idea of reentry into society and school. How do we as parents address our kids’ anxiety while also making sure they’re conscious of their own health and safety? What about separation anxiety? Kids have had Mom and Dad at home practically 24/7 only to separate from them when they go to school in the fall. Mark-Paul and Kat get very honest and candid about seeking outside family help from renowned psychiatrist Dr. Charles Sophy and why professional help should never be stigmatized but promoted and discussed. The thoughtful and collaborative parenting style of this amazing couple is truly inspiring for all who listen! https://www.instagram.com/stage29podcasts https://twitter.com/stage29podcasts https://www.facebook.com/Stage29Podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices