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.
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.
Parents with rotator cuff injuries can find it difficult to lift and take care of their children, especially infants and toddlers.
Comedian and writer David Baddiel discusses his upbringing and gives insights on the best way to bring up kids - by letting them find what they love and just letting them get on with it. He praises his quiet, wise, and protective mother who trusted that he and his brother would find their way in life.
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.
Gary recounts how his mother's inappropriate behavior of talking about men's genitals while measuring their inseam and washing his own genitals as an adolescent made him feel very confused during puberty.
The speaker shares her excitement for being a supportive mom during her child's sports practices and addresses the lack of conversation surrounding post-birth restroom habits for women. She also comments on the tendency for some mothers to use specific, detailed age descriptions for their children.
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 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.
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.
The speaker questions the origin of the "Everyone Gets a Trophy" culture and criticizes parents who use cruel names for their children. A photo of a young child is also mentioned.
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.
A rant on the pressure of parenthood standards, where even natural animal instincts are denied.
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.
The speaker emphasizes the need to recognize the special and unique qualities of an individual when providing advice, especially in the context of parenting. They stress the importance of personalized, empathetic guidance rather than general retail advice.
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 tells a story about someone commenting on her baby's love life, and her initial reactions to it, which includes getting upset.
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.
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.
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 reminisces about the stereotypical "cool dad" and how modern-day fathers are more in touch with human behavior. He shares an anecdote about his son's dream and jokingly suggests that Tommy Lee Jones is gay.
A mother sacrifices her wants to save for her children's future, documenting their voices on the way.
The conversation revolves around coaching your son and owning a security camera. They talk about the annoyance of having a security camera and the exchange of knowledge between generations.
Tim Ferriss is currently writing a book about parenting, which is a difficult task considering the diversity of parents out there. He has interviewed around 30 amazing parents for their impactful advice on raising children, and plans on putting it all into a 650-page tome.
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 speaker coach shares his personal experience of asking his teenagers for feedback and using his connection with sports figures to gain credibility, while also mentioning other speakers in the same ministry world.
Khadija's mother expresses her annoyance towards Jeremy's absence in taking care of his kids and questioning if she needed to cook for them, indicating a negative attitude towards him.
The speaker remembers being told to pick out a less desirable toy as a kid and believes that the concept of temper tantrums has been turned into a mental illness.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Alicia reads dramatic posts in a preschool group chat, causing concern for some parents, but others think it’s not a big deal. The parents discuss making Play-Doh from scratch with different ingredients.
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.
The comedian talks about how he started to come up with ideas for his cartoons as the world changed into a new generation of parenting, which included play dates and helmets on kids' bikes.
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.
In this episode, a discussion takes place about the material of clothing for babies and whether expensive brands are necessary. The conversation starts after a tweet from venture capitalist Joe Lonsdale goes viral regarding people in power and their ability to remain in power while still taking care of a newborn.
The speaker discusses how to navigate conflicts with teenagers in a healthy way, including not lowering oneself to their level of discourse.
A parent recounts a recent train ride with their daughter that ended in tears, and reflects on the uncertainty of when they will return.
A father discusses the challenges of parenting his son, reflecting on how his friend group shifted to include mostly mothers and how even small things like the mention of a cake can highlight the differences in family culture.
Helicopter parenting may prevent children from developing the necessary skills to ask for help and build a supportive network of relationships to lean on throughout their lives.
Josh's parenting is in question as he let his young sons share a home with an accused pedophile.
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.
The speaker discusses the importance of not rushing through parenting and seeking balance in this area of life. They also mention that their friends and loved ones are aware of their needs and moods, which can fluctuate over a longer period of time.
Parenting is a trade-off, but it's worth it. It may impact productivity like taxes, but the joy and love is immeasurable.
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.
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.
Wilhelm's caretaker taught him to ride a horse by letting him repeatedly fall off, ignoring his tears until he got used to it, which is just one example of bad parenting techniques being used on the Prince.
A child found a way around parental controls set by their dad to access other games using the space bar.
