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 foundation of discipline for children is built upon the parent's self-discipline. Without a strong foundation, the boundaries set for children will inevitably be subject to the parent's desires.
The podcast speaker reflects on how having children can change one's behavior and thoughts on parenting, and how gender may influence those perceptions.
A conversation about the importance of being present for children's milestones, sharing stories about missed opportunities and appreciating the little moments.
The speaker shares their experience of hitting rock bottom and being afraid of their parents' disappointment, and how they observed other people with conservative parents who also live in fear of their expectations.
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.
Parenting is a trade-off, but it's worth it. It may impact productivity like taxes, but the joy and love is immeasurable.
The way human babies cry and the development of motherese as a way to communicate and soothe the baby, allowing parents to multitask while still providing comfort to their child. The evolution of the human brain has allowed for natural selection to take a step back in terms of physical adaptations and rely on the brain to find solutions.
A parent discusses her teenager sons' weekend morning routine and the expectations she has for them in terms of communication.
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 best way to help your kids with math homework is to not do it if you struggle with math anxiety or have a bad relationship with it. Communicating negative feelings or experiences about math can discourage your child from enjoying or being confident in the subject.
Josh's parenting is in question as he let his young sons share a home with an accused pedophile.
The hosts have a hilarious conversation about skin-on-skin sleeping with a newborn and the baby going after the male nipple. They also joke around about looking like Urkel and a Bollywood actor.
Parents should create an environment at home where children have multiple opportunities to challenge their beliefs, step outside their comfort zone, and learn from failure to put them on the path to a fulfilling and successful life. Encouraging children to seek out learning for what they are interested in helps them become learners who seek to teach themselves rather than just pouring in information, leading them to think like entrepreneurs regardless of their career path.
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 controversy over vaccination and homeschooling highlights a larger issue of parents treating their children as property, denying them proper medical care or education under the guise of personal freedom.
The podcast explores the downsides of having free-spirited parents, the mixed messages and the lack of attention that their children could feel.
The host and guest talk about the different styles of parenting and the impact it has on children's growth with examples from their own experiences.
Having kids taste everything is great until they develop a liking for expensive foods which significantly increases the bill, and finding a pearl in a clam or oyster is rare.
The speaker discusses his motivation for writing letters to his sons and the topics that he hopes to cover in his writing.
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.
A mother reflects on the qualities that her perfect child would have and shares a touching moment before they leave to move into a new house.
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.
The host introduces a male guest who has a daughter and discusses the importance of being kind to children.
The speaker discusses their hope for their baby to arrive on their dad's birthday and the likelihood of an early delivery based on previous experience.
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.
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.
The transcript discusses the importance of evaluating parental fitness in custody cases with emphasis on the story of a father, Josh, who was recommended for supervised visitation.
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 mother shares how she deals with depression, anxiety, and parenting by taking breaks to relax and watch a movie when needed, while still getting things done.
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.
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."
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the horror of imagining their daughter with a neck tattoo and getting involved with bad business dudes, and the dilemma of choosing between a man with a neck tattoo and a pussy with a neck tattoo with disrespectful comebacks.
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.
The time spent in the car with kids can be an opportunity to bond and connect with them, even through listening to news and music, as it creates meaningful conversations between each other.
The podcast Bye Bye Let's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa shares stories and insights about parenting with guests in each episode. The show is a co-production of Milojo Productions and PRX Productions.
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.
The speaker recounts a personal experience of going through childbirth and being left alone in the room due to COVID-19 protocols, leading to feelings of worry and eventually intense protectiveness over the mother and baby.
The speaker shares a personal anecdote about his wife's diligent mothering and their daughter's potty-training struggles during his first time alone with the baby.
A rant on the pressure of parenthood standards, where even natural animal instincts are denied.
In a podcast episode with Hoda Kotb, the speaker discusses the challenging yet beautiful experience of being a parent, with insights on how to handle parenting fatigue and finding joy in the journey.
A group of friends are involved in competitive parenting where people donate sports tickets or coupons to their businesses. One member has a grudge against another over small things like leaving dishes on the table.
A host discusses their strict bedtime policy for children and how it relates to not allowing babies at an adult pool party.
