A parent recounts a recent train ride with their daughter that ended in tears, and reflects on the uncertainty of when they will return.
The speaker discusses the nuances of parenting, understanding children's needs and the importance of communication in ensuring a harmonious relationship.
The speaker discusses the challenges of being a head of household and mentions how having conversations with his children can be difficult. He talks about his joy in instilling values into his children and how he cannot let natural tragedies affect his family negatively.
The speaker shares her experience of dealing with her daughter who was being bullied at school and how it affected her parenting.
The importance of providing unconditional love to children is discussed, highlighting the benefits for their growth and development in various aspects of life.
The hosts discuss the dangers of leaving children unmonitored while using apps like TikTok, where one keyword search can lead to inappropriate content. They stress the importance of parents curating their children's online experiences.
A father reflects on the importance of being a role model for his kids and making the right decisions, even if it means missing a special moment like his daughter's prom.
The speaker shares an anecdote about his mother encouraging him to smoke when he was 12 years old to avoid eating. The clip also includes an unrelated advertisement for StoryWorth and mentions the toxicity of bedding products.
A parent regretful of not pursuing a promotion pushes their kid to follow their career path, despite the fact that they misused their idea.
Many parents fear not being able to provide for their children and losing them in dangerous situations. However, raising children in a culture of fear may actually cause harm by creating excessive paranoia and anxiety.
The speaker shares about her experience raising children and wanting them to understand the concept of evil, but ultimately wanting them to live. She currently has a 13 year old son.
This podcast discusses how parents can instill adaptive mindset in children by emphasizing the benefits of healthy foods and stress management techniques. It highlights the importance of focusing on mindset rather than getting kids to do certain things.
The younger generation has the unique advantage of being able to relate to people around the world on a personal level, which can lead to greater understanding and world peace. Parents should focus on developing the "what" in their children rather than the "how", helping them develop skills like face to face communication to thrive in a connected world.
The podcast discusses a unique and growth-minded parenting approach taken by a father towards raising their children by discussing their diet, exercise, discipline and structure to match with personal development and progress. However, the podcast also features an advertisement for Uncommon Coffee offering a 20% discount on all products with the code MW20.
A person talks about the importance of playing with their kids and their own experiences with their dad being too sick to play.
Raising entrepreneurial kids is not just about teaching them how to start a business to earn money, but rather about equipping them with the confidence, perseverance, and tenacity they need to succeed in life.
Mary Lynn recalls a moment by the pool when her friend's child tried to hold their breath for too long, and how her background in teaching influenced how she approached the situation as a parent.
The speaker shares about their childhood memories with a parent who would often become loud and aggressive when drinking, despite their family's financial stability. However, the speaker also mentions positive memories of this parent being happy and fun-loving, like when they would have big movie nights on their projector screen.
Bill's daughter had to follow a strict 9 p.m. curfew, and provide ticket stubs for fairs or concerts she attended. The speaker believes sharing more details about the story may become tedious for the audience.
A parent talks about the satisfaction of spending time with their children by walking them to school every day, and the importance of job fulfillment. They also mention a funny incident where the high school strictly prohibited DoorDash deliveries to school.
A mother sacrifices her wants to save for her children's future, documenting their voices on the way.
The speaker reflects on the role of parenting in shaping the next generation and shares positive thoughts on the future of America.
Joyce's daughter, Renee, seemed eager to begin acting like an adult, running around with older kids, and eventually going off to Mobile, Alabama. In order to understand Renee's story, Joyce needs to learn about who she was as a child and at what point her life began to veer away from New Orleans.
The speaker discusses the idea of white collar parents leaving their newborn babies at daycare to return to work, resulting in the irresponsible behavior of deadbeat parents.
The speaker shares in this episode that parents must understand that their children are unique and they need to parent the child they have, not turn them into a mini version of themselves. She credits her mother, Marianne Robinson, for teaching her this valuable lesson.
This episode discusses the experience of being woken up in the middle of the night by a child who is having trouble sleeping and explores the challenges of sleep deprivation for parents.
A child found a way around parental controls set by their dad to access other games using the space bar.
A person reflects on their relationship with their parents and how being the eldest child affected their upbringing. They also discuss their logical and fact-based communication style with their emotional mother.
Two parents share their tips for putting kids to bed without waking them up, including crawling on the floor and army style movements. Billy also talks about the difficulties of balancing sports and bedtime routines.
This podcast talks about the different parenting patterns that can affect us in different ways. It touches upon issues like having explosive parents, lack of boundaries, and other factors that can make us feel emotionally or physically unsafe in our environment.
A mother talks about her experience in a toddler tumbling class and the ethereal Brooklyn moms who were also attending. She also discusses her son's sleeping habits and how one of her kids was a circle sitter while the other one was just like Pete.
The guest speaker shares the struggles of balancing his high-energy job with being a present father and reveals the judgmental comments he receives from others. The podcast host also asks the guest about his favorite activities to do with his children.
Suzanne's relationship with her parents became strained after she continued seeing her boyfriend Daniel despite their disapproval. They eventually gave her an ultimatum to break up with him or lose their financial support.
This episode discusses toxic parenting and its impacts on a child's development, as well as tips on how to navigate adult relationships with toxic parents.
A mother shares her experience with multitasking and how it helps her connect with her child's education while also expressing frustration about men not holding up their end of things.
A former teacher discusses the importance of creating a safe and comfortable home for children where they feel free to open up and discuss their mistakes without fear of strict punishment or harsh discipline.
A man struggles with understanding his wife's needs after a difficult birth, and relies on his friends for advice instead of recognizing his own shortcomings. This leads him to eventually write a book about his experiences.
The podcast discusses the fine line between being generous with your children and spoiling them. The hosts suggest that parents should ask themselves if the gesture in question is emotionally damaging to their child before deciding whether or not to follow through.
The speaker believes that while the mother may have overreacted to a toy bear, it is also understandable due to the ancient hair bear possibly being cursed. However, the speaker thinks it's weird to assume that it contained actual human hair, like what is used in making wigs.
Freakonomics Radio will revisit their data-driven look at what factors actually contribute to academic success in raising children in next week's episode, "The Economist's Guide to Parenting."
A mother talks about concerns over her daughter's red and agitated skin, which she noticed after picking her up from her grandmother's house. She called her mom to discuss the situation.
The hosts believe in a parenting strategy that involves allowing their children to gravitate towards things they care about and driving through life with a strong moral compass. They discuss the importance of finding something to genuinely connect with in life.
Parents with rotator cuff injuries can find it difficult to lift and take care of their children, especially infants and toddlers.
A mother reflects on her son's mischievous behavior on the bus and his good nature despite it.
Comedian and actor shares his parenting advice on the importance of having part-time jobs for kids in developing a strong work ethic and understanding the value of money.
The psychological impact of parental attitudes can create certain barriers for a child, making it difficult to create a bridge between them. Discussing the potential for abuse and escaping into fantasy as coping mechanisms.
A conversation among friends where they talk about the pressure moms face to dress their babies well and the annoyance of people telling them babies grow too fast for shoes.
A rant on the pressure of parenthood standards, where even natural animal instincts are denied.
The speaker reflects on the confusing dynamics of parental relationships when roles seem to shift and grandparents need to be cared for like children.
In this podcast, the speakers discuss the challenges of raising children in the social media age, dealing with online bullying and setting boundaries for internet use.
A mother shares the experience of another mom who planned a tennis play date in an extremely detailed manner, including snacks three days beforehand and specific playing instructions.
